Keeping up with a healthy lifestyle can be a challenge in today's faced paced world. With the temptation of fast and processed foods, it has become convenient to have an unhealthy diet. 

The need to have a portable and reliable food flask is growing fast. Here at Thermos we excel in making Food Flasks to keep your homemade meals warm all day. Whether it be 1 hour or up to 14 hours. Our Food Flasks will keep your food fresh and hot all day.

At Thermos we take pride in knowing that we create high quality Food Flasks that not only keep your meals hot for hours, but meet the needs of everyone. 

Below are 6 different meals that are suitable to put in your Food Flask to help keep you energised all day long. 

Chili Con Carne:

Ingredients:

• Minced beef 
• 1 Tin of  kidney beans
• 1 Tin of Chopped tomatoes
• 1 Onion diced
• 1 Pepper chopped
• 1 Tin of Sweetcorn
• 1 Garlic clove chopped
• Chilli Powder, Cumin, Paprika
• Salt & pepper

Instructions:

1. Brown the minced meat in a pan, then remove and set aside.
2. In the same pan, put chopped onion, peppers, and garlic.
3. Add spices then let it simmer for a few more minutes.
4. Stir in tomatoes, kidney beans, and browned meat.
5. Simmer for 20 minutes until thickened. 
6. Add some rice to a separate pan while it simmers and add boiling water to the rice 
7. Once the rice is soft add to the bottom of the Thermos flask.
8. Serve in your Thermos Food Flask with toppings like shredded cheese or sour cream.

Thai Coconut Curry with Chicken:

Ingredients:

• Cut Chicken Breast into bite sized pieces
• 1 Carton/ tin Coconut milk
• 1 Tsp Red curry paste
• 1 Pepper chopped
• 1 Zucchini chopped
• 4 Carrots chopped
• Fresh Basil for Garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook the cut chicken in a pan with some oil until the outside is white .
2. Add curry paste and simmer for 1-2 minutes until mixed in.
3. Stir in coconut milk and vegetables, simmering for 10-15 minutes until veggies are tender and cooked through 
4. Top with fresh herbs.
5. Transfer to your Thermos Food Flask and enjoy a warm home made meal on the go. 

Oatmeal with Berries and Nuts

For a wholesome breakfast, lunch, dinner,  that’s quick and easy to prepare, oatmeal is an extremely healthy choice. You can prepare it the morning or the night before and enjoy a warm, comforting breakfast whatever your day has ahead of you.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup of oats
• 1 cup of any milk 
• 1/4 cup mixed berries 
• 1 teaspoon of chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon of  honey or maple syrup
• A handful of nuts (almonds, walnuts)

Instructions:

1. In a pan, bring the almond milk to a simmer. Add the oats and chia seeds, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Move away from heat and stir in honey or maple syrup.
3. Add berries and nuts on top.
4. Pour the oatmeal into your Thermos Food Flask to keep it warm for up to 8 hours.

Pasta Bolognese

Ingredients:

• Minced Beef or Turkey
• 1 chopped Onion 
• 1 chopped Garlic 
• 1 jar of Tomato Sauce/ Bolognese sauce
• Chopped Tomatoes
• Italian Herbs
• Cooked pasta 
• Olive oil, Salt and Pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat your frying pan with a little bit of oil.
2. Brown the Minced Meat with the Onion and Garlic.
3. Add your Tomato Sauce, Cut Tomatoes and Italian Herbs .
4. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
5. Cook pasta separately with boiling hot water, then mix it with the sauce.
6. Pour into your Icon 470ml Food Flask for a hearty Italian meal on the go.

Pasta with Pesto and Grilled Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of your choice of pasta 
• 1/2 cup pesto sauce
• 1 cut grilled chicken breast 
• 1/2 cut of cherry tomatoes 
• Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
• Salt and pepper 

Directions:

1. Boil your pasta.
2. Put the cooked pasta and pesto into a pan and mix together.
3. Add the grilled chicken and cherry tomatoes, and mix everything together.
4. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese to melt in over the day. 

A tip is to slightly undercook your pasta as your Food Flask works so well at keeping your food hot, sometimes the pasta can overcook. 

Vegetable Fried Rice

Vegetable fried rice is a great option for a filling and nutritious lunch. Packed with vegetables and carbohydrates, it provides a balanced meal in one go and can be easily changed to how you like it. 

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of rice 
• 1 cup of mixed vegetables 
• 2 eggs 
• 2 tsp of soy sauce
• 1 garlic clove 
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• Green onions for garnish

Directions:

1. Heat sesame oil in a pan and simmer the garlic until fragrant.
2. Mix the mixed vegetables and cook until tender.
3. Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and pour in the eggs. Scramble the eggs until almost cooked.
4. Add the rice to the pan and mix everything together. Pour in the soy sauce and cook for another few minutes.
5. Put into your Thermos Food Flask and add some green onions onto the top for garnish then close the lid and enjoy a hot homemade meal later that day. 

Not sure which Food Flask to buy?

Let's take a closer look at three of our most popular food flasks: the Icon 710ml Food Flask, the Icon 470ml Food Flask and the Stainless Steel King 710ml Food Flask. 

Icon 710ml Food Flask

The Icon 710ml Food Flask is perfect for people who want larger meal portions to fuel their busy day. 

Maintaining a healthy diet while on the go can be a challenge at times. Thermos Food Flasks provide a convenient and reliable solution, keeping your meals fresh and warm for the whole day. Having a Food Flask can be a game changer when trying to eat healthier, especially one that stays hot or cold for up to 14 hours. 

Some key features include a 710ml Capacity, it is leak proof, made from high quality stainless steel and this Food Flask can keep your food hot for up to 14 hours and cold for up to 24 hours. 

This Food Flask is also equipped with a wide-mouth opening that makes it easy to fill, eat from, and clean, while the lid doubles as a serving bowl for added convenience.

Icon 470ml Food Flask

For those who prefer smaller portions and a more compact option, the Icon 470ml Food Flask is the perfect choice. It offers the same features as the large 710ml food flask but in a more compact model and smaller size; making it ideal for smaller meals, snacks throughout the day or meal prep portions. 

Some key features include a 470ml Capacity, it is leak proof, convenient size and this Food Flask can keep your food hot for up to 10 hours and cold for up to 24 hours. 

This Food Flask is also Made for easy filling, eating, and cleaning, and like the larger version, the lid can also be used as a serving bowl.

Stainless King 710ml Food Flask

The Stainless King 710ml Food Flask is designed for maximum performance, durability and comfort. 

Our Thermos advanced vacuum insulation technology, which creates an airless space between the two steel walls which results in an unmatched thermal retention, allowing the flask to keep your food warm for up to 14 hours or keep it cold for up to 24 hours. No matter whether you're going hiking, travelling to work or socialising with friends this flask will help you save money and keep a healthy diet through homemade meals. 

Staying healthy in such a fast paced environment can be difficult nowadays. Having a reliable Thermos Food Flask can help ensure you meet your health goals whilst saving you money. If you know anyone who is also on the go, these Food Flasks can also make a perfect present. 

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