Meal Prep with Ello Duraglass Refresh Containers

Quick Answer

Ello Duraglass Refresh containers make weekly meal prep simple: their glass bodies resist stains and odors, while the silicone sleeve and leak-proof lid keep portions fresh and portable.

How to Meal Prep with Ello Duraglass Refresh Containers

1. Plan your menu around compatible foods: Choose recipes that store well in glass for 3–5 days: grain bowls, roasted vegetables, soups, stews, and salads with dressing on the side. Avoid dishes that rely on crisp textures (like fried coatings) unless you plan to reheat them in an oven or air fryer. A common mistake is prepping foods that turn soggy. Stick to sturdy vegetables and proteins.
2. Cook and cool before packing: Let cooked food come to room temperature (no more than 2 hours) before transferring to the Duraglass containers. Pouring hot food directly into glass can create condensation inside the lid, and the silicone sleeve traps heat longer, slowing the cooling process. Cooling first prevents excess moisture and helps the leak-proof seal work properly.
3. Portion into 2-cup servings: Use the 2-cup Duraglass containers for single portions of mains or sides. Fill to about 1/4 inch below the rim so the lid snaps on securely without pushing food into the seal. This keeps the lid leak-proof during transport. Overfilling is the top reason lids leak. Leave headspace.
4. Label and stack in the fridge: Write the date and contents on a piece of painter’s tape or use a dry-erase marker on the glass (not the silicone sleeve). Stack the containers with the silicone boots facing outward — the boots provide a non-slip surface that keeps stacks stable. Stacking without the boot facing the same direction can cause toppling. Keep boots aligned.
5. Reheat safely without removing the sleeve: The Duraglass containers are microwave-safe. Remove the lid before microwaving, but you can leave the silicone boot on — it protects your hands from heat. For oven reheating, remove the boot and lid first; glass is oven-safe but the silicone is not. Never microwave with the lid locked on — steam pressure can break the seal or cause the lid to pop off.

Product Facts

• Ello Duraglass Refresh™ 2 Cup Containers, Set of 2: Ello Duraglass Refresh 2 Cup Containers, Set of 2 includes glass containers with leak-proof lids and silicone protection boots. The silicone boot protects the glass from chips and gives you a secure grip, making these containers ideal for packing lunches you’ll carry daily.

  

• Ello Duraglass Refresh™ 6pc Mixed Food Storage Set: Ello Duraglass Refresh 6pc Mixed Food Storage Set includes multiple sizes with leak-proof lids and silicone sleeves. Having a mix of sizes lets you portion different meal components — a 2-cup for grains, a smaller one for dressing or snacks — all in one set.