The basic idea for what I wanted is very simple: Rather than making a shopping list, I wanted to create a re-usable 'meal', with a list of ingredients I'd need to add to my shopping list to make that meal. Then, after selecting meals for the week I'd have a quick 'check' step, where I'm prompted to check the cupboard for each ingredient, before it's added to the shopping list (ie: I'll need ground beef to make tacos, but I already HAVE ground beef in the freezer).
I originally built this out just for myself, but the result has been such a helpful and stress-free experience that I thought others might appreciate it as well.
I think this tool could be well-suited for younger folks that are new to the labour of meal-planning. College students, newlyweds, and families with young children.
You can try it out without needing to register or provide any personal information, and I'd love your feedback!
