Kitchen remodeling can be exciting and inconvenient at the same time. Amidst the anticipation, you need to plan for weeks or months without access to a fully functional kitchen. Here are some suggestions for managing meal preparations during a major kitchen renovation.

How to Cope With a Kitchen Remodeling Project

1. Set Up a Temporary Kitchen

A few months ahead of your kitchen remodeling project, decide which parts of your house can serve as a temporary cooking and dining area. It's best to choose a room that's farther from the construction site and has a water source nearby. Alternative places may include your basement, garage, guest suite, or utility room. 

Also consider your electrical outlet needs, especially if you want to keep large appliances like your freezer and fridge. Additionally, make room for essential devices for cooking or heating your meals, such as your oven toaster, microwave, electric skillet, and kettle.  

2. Find Alternative Ways to Cook

Since you have to make do without your full-size oven and stove, you need to adjust your cooking techniques. Your microwave can become your new best friend if you prefer to stock up on frozen meals. Otherwise, you can use an electric pressure cooker for roasting, sauteing, warming, and simmering your dishes. An electric skillet is a nice option for frying food, including pancakes, eggs, and stir-fried vegetables. If the weather permits it, you can grill pre-marinated and frozen meats in the backyard.

3. Adjust Your Menu Plans

Some people won’t have the option to make home-cooked meals during kitchen remodeling. Thankfully, there are many pre-cooked or pre-made meals available at supermarkets that are flavorful and satisfying. You can also eat more cereal, soup, and cold sandwiches in the meantime. If you want to prepare meals yourself, make them before the project and store them in your freezer. You can later microwave or warm the meal in a small appliance. 

For dependable kitchen remodeling solutions, trust Eagle Construction Co. in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. For over 40 years, this fully licensed general contractor has been completing exceptional residential and commercial remodeling and renovation as well as municipal construction projects in the Wisconsin Rapids, Stevens Point, Marshfield, Wausau, Adams, Waupaca, and Black River Falls areas. Call them today at (715) 424-1147 to discuss your next project, or visit their website to view their residential services and gallery.