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Tiny Spoon Chef in the Media: Daily Meal, Mason Jar Debate

May 05, 2025

Why to Ditch the Mason Jars for Meal Prep

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Not all storage containers are created equal — and The Daily Meal turned to our founder, Chef Janice Carte, to weigh in on the great Mason jar debate. Spoiler: They’re cute, but not cut out for everyday meal prep.

“Mason jars might look pretty, but they squish ingredients, trap moisture, and make it hard to serve,” says Carte. She recommends sticking with glass containers with locking lids — practical, stackable, and ideal for keeping components fresh, separate, and presentation-worthy.

Mason jars still have their place (hello, smoothies and salad dressings), but for full meals? It’s time to upgrade your container game.

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