Freezer Meals: Recipes

[andindria]

I woke up today and am hardcore in the mood to start working on some freezer meals. Does anyone else do this. Do you have any good recipes that you would be willing to share. I don't get home from work until after 5, so I don't like making big meals at dinnertime. I also am getting sick of the same ole' same ole' things we have been eating. This will also give me something to strive for in July when I'll be home with a baby and a toddler..

Any recipes please share!

[bshelly]

I LOVE crockpot freezer meals! I usually prep a month of meals at a time.

My go-to is salsa chicken: 3-4 boneless chicken breasts, a jar of salsa, and a pack of taco seasoning (or couple TBSP of homemade. Cook on low for 6-8 hrs, shred, add 1 cup of sour cream (we also add a can of refried beans and corn to make it go further) and cook for an additional 30 minutes. We serve on tortillas, with tortilla chips, over a bed of lettuce, in quesadillas, etc.

whoneedsacape.com/2014/02/7-meals-1-hour-slow-cooker-crockpot-freezer-meals/ The General Tsos recipe from this link is delicious

whoneedsacape.com/2013/08/40-meals4-hours-recipe-collection/ I've tried the Ranch Chicken Tacos, Honey Garlic Chicken, and Teriyaki Chicken from this one and all are good.

whoneedsacape.com/2013/09/20-meals-in-2-hours-slow-cooker-freezer-meals/ The Lemon Garlic Chicken and Chicken and Gravy are both yummy here too.


If you like beef, an easy one is Cubed steak in the crock: 4-6 cubed steaks, 2 small cans cream of mushroom soup, 1 pk of onion soup mix (dry), and 3/4 cups of water. Cook on low all day---the longer, the more tender. So good served over egg noodles or mashed potatoes.

[caymarks]

Great recipes! bshelly - I'm excited to try them!

We have the cubed steak recipe in the crockpot cooking already. Except we used a roast instead.

[bshelly]

That sounds delicious caymarks I have quite a few more, but need to go get ready. I'll post them later!

[kellyinhb]

Chili is another one that freezes really well. I'll make a batch in the crock pot and portion into single serving freezer bags.

[forevergraceful]

I did this with my first baby, and was so happy I took the time to do it. About two months before I was due, I made dinners that I could freeze. I would double the recipe and eat one that night and freeze the other. I had enough to where we didn't need to cook for the first two months when baby was here. I'll do it again with this baby. Martha Stewart has some pretty good freezer meals. Look up vegetable enchiladas and chicken tetrazzini. I also made lasagna, crockpot chicken tortilla soup, pulled pork, roast beef. I'll come up with more.

[foolofatook]

I'm BAD about freezer meals. I can never seem to package them correctly and they seem to be ruined when it comes time to eat them. I generally just stock up on simple ingredients that DH can dump in the crockpot and just leave to stew/cook for however long. What's the secret?

[tcck]

I'm going to love this thread!!!! I want to stock my freezer in May/June before baby comes!

[tashala107]

Here are some great, healthy freezer meals. It makes 12 meals. They include a grocery list which is super helpful! I make these every few months.

www.graciouslysaved.com/2013/08/12-easy-paleo-ish-crock-pot-meals.html?m=1

[babymamabeth]

Jan 17, 2015 13:16:21 GMT -5 tashala107 said:

Here are some great, healthy freezer meals. It makes 12 meals. They include a grocery list which is super helpful! I make these every few months.

www.graciouslysaved.com/2013/08/12-easy-paleo-ish-crock-pot-meals.html?m=1

mmmm those recipes sound great. thanks for the link!

I'm excited about this thread, DH and I have already been scheming about making freezer meals for when the baby comes, but maybe we should start sooner for every day needs!

[CALEO]

We are getting a chest freezer tomorrow! I can't wait to try these.

I've also made lasagnes and froze them. It works well.

foolofatook heavy duty bags, no air and a freezer that keeps even temps.

[lindslew91011]

I am an avid freezer mealer and a make a lot and freeze. There are a few tricks to freezing. If you are cooking in advance, you have to cool the stuff down completely otherwise you'll end up with ice crystals. You also want to purchase either freezer bags or freezer containers. If you dont get the kind meant for the freezer it allows too much moisture out and in.
I am very interested to see all of your recipes because I'm in need of some new ones!!

[andindria]

I actually have frozen stuff like ziti and lasagna. as PP said make sure they are completely cooled. I also put them in disposable containers and double foil the top (I don't use off brand foil for something like this, I will use off brand for anything else though!). I sharpie the instructions on the top layer of foil. They've lasted a while. I haven't tried anything in a baggie yet. Would you double bag them or would one freezer bag be ok?

[andindria]

allrecipes.com/Recipe/Cheesy-Ham-and-Hash-Brown-Casserole/

This is one of my favorites. I froze this and it turned out great! It can be a breakfast or a dinner meal. Please note it makes a lot. So I use square foil pans and get at least three dinners out of the recipe.

[lindslew91011]

Jan 17, 2015 14:34:11 GMT -5 andindria said:

I actually have frozen stuff like ziti and lasagna. as PP said make sure they are completely cooled. I also put them in disposable containers and double foil the top (I don't use off brand foil for something like this, I will use off brand for anything else though!). I sharpie the instructions on the top layer of foil. They've lasted a while. I haven't tried anything in a baggie yet. Would you double bag them or would one freezer bag be ok?

Many times one bag will do if you plan to use it relatively soon but if it will be in the freezer for a while I would double bag it.

[danious]

Almost any pasta seems to freeze well. I see lasagna and ziti mentioned, but homemade Mac and cheese is another good one.
Spaghetti sauce and enchilada sauce. I like to freeze those in small individual bags so I can just pull out what I need if DH is out of town and there's no need for me to make a lot of food.
I have some great recipes I'll try to look up tonight! I'm all about the comfort food.

[kathol]

Love this! I'm planning on starting some meals around May to prepare for baby. Lasagna, ziti, & quiche are some of the meals I'll prepare to freeze. I like quiche because there are so many different recipes.

[babymakes5]

I've tried a few of these: Freezer Meals

Even comes with a grocery list!

[lonegalathome]

I use onceamonthmom.com all the time. You can search by ingredient or meal type. There is a paid option but you can search all the recipes for free!! I've made a ton and only had a few duds every now and again.

Also - if you have a Dream Dinners near you - its a fun girls night out and you come home with about 12 meals for your freezer and the added bonus of no dishes to do!!

[bibliothecary]

I just made taco soup, chicken vindaloo, chicken burrito bowls, chicken tortilla soup. Double batches of all. LMK if you want any of the recipes.

[andindria]

Jan 18, 2015 19:21:39 GMT -5 @traceyos said:

Jan 17, 2015 14:36:09 GMT -5 andindria said:

allrecipes.com/Recipe/Cheesy-Ham-and-Hash-Brown-Casserole/

This is one of my favorites. I froze this and it turned out great! It can be a breakfast or a dinner meal. Please note it makes a lot. So I use square foil pans and get at least three dinners out of the recipe.

I glanced at this quickly and thought it said hash brownie casserole. Yummy!

It does.. It's super good stuff!!