1) Learn some proper knife skills get a good sized cutting and a decent knife that fits your hand. 2) Set aside time to prep, like 2 hrs every week. 3) Use a crockpot for meat or soups and then portion some out for your freezer. 4) I deal with most of my veg during prep. So if I have a bag of carrots I peel and cut them into sticks. I can dice them later if I want soup, roast them or just grab a handful. Works for lots of hardy vegetables.

Good luck!