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8 Freezer Meals That Can Be Made Ahead of Time
8 Freezer Meals That Can Be Made Ahead of Time
8 Freezer Meals That Can Be Made Ahead of Time
There's nothing quite like a home-cooked meal. Full of flavor and cooked to perfection, home-cooked meals are often cheaper and more nutritious than takeout. Plus, they're an excellent way to avoid processed foods full of unwanted additives and preservatives. While a homemade meal is usually the better tasting option, making one can be time-consuming. We understand that cooking a homemade meal every day may seem daunting. Fortunately, we've come up with the perfect solution to help you save time on meals. Make ahead freezer meals can be used to prepare a variety of delicious meals. Plus, you'll be able to enjoy a homemade dinner in half the amount of time!If you're new to freezer cooking, don't worry. This style of meal prep is relatively simple. Simply cook larger quantities of meals that you eat every day, divide them into meal-sized portions, and store them in your freezer. Having wholesome meals on hand will help you stick to your healthy diet the next time you're in a rush or don't feel like cooking. For a quick homemade dish, remove your pre-cooked meal from the freezer, thaw it out, heat it and voila! You'll have a home-cooked meal ready to eat in just minutes!
Easy Enchilada Casserole
Bursting with flavor and culture, enchiladas are a tasty treat to enjoy any time of the week. Depending on the recipe, enchiladas can be salty, spicy or even sweet. By doubling (or tripling) up on this Easy Enchilada Casserole recipe, you can make enough meals to last the entire week!This Easy Enchilada Casserole is genuinely one of our favorite freezer meals! Once you've made a large batch, portion the enchiladas out into meal-sized dinners and store them in an airtight container in the freezer. Doing so will give you plenty of time to indulge in this flavorful meal.
Heirloom Tomato Tarte Tatin
Commonly enjoyed as a sweet dessert, a traditional Tarte Tatin is made with apples, butter and brown sugar. If you love the way a Tarte Tatin is made but aren't a fan of sweets, then we have the perfect recipe for you. This Heirloom Tomato Tarte Tatin is a savory spin on the traditional dish and the ideal entree to serve for lunch or dinner. Packed full of wholesome ingredients like cherry tomatoes, basil andBob's Red Mill Whole Wheat Flour,it's a great source of sunny flavor.To put an even healthier spin on this meal, use Organic Whole Wheat Flour. Stoneground from hard red spring wheat, all of the nutrients from the bran and germ are still intact. This recipe yields three tarts, which means you can enjoy one instantly and freeze the extra two for later. Or, if you're feeding a family and want to make sure there's enough to go around for everyone, then we recommend doubling up on the recipe. This savory dinnertime treat is incredibly delicious!
Barbeque Pot Pie with Cheese Grits Crust
Do you love pot pies, but are craving a change in your weekly menu? While traditional chicken pot pieis and will forever be an all-time favorite dish at Bob's Red Mill, this Barbecue Pot Pie with Cheese Grits Crust is just the recipe needed to spice things up in the kitchen. The ideal southern comfort food, this dish is a favorite amongst fans of barbecue. In this recipe, hearty pulled pork is tossed with flavorful barbecue sauce and then covered in a savory blanket of cheese grits.To add texture to the pot pie filling, Bob's Red Mill Organic Unbleached All Purpose White Flour is used. By mixing this flour with ingredients like barbecue sauce, beef broth and vegetable oil, it creates a rich filling to add to a delicious pulled pork or brisket. To make the cheesy crust, our Organic Corn Grits Polenta is combined with eggs and sharp cheddar cheese. Yielding 8-10 servings, this recipe is great to make in large batches and does well when stored in the freezer. Once you're ready to eat, just let the pot pie thaw, heat it and enjoy it!
Easy Potato Soup
If you're tired of takeout and craving a healthy, budget-friendly meal at home, this Easy Potato Soup is the way to go. Cooking a delicious meal doesn't have to be a chore. With just 2 cups of Bob's Red Mill Potato Flakes, this entire meal can be made in only 20 minutes. This soup's quick cook time means that you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying dinner with your family. When doubled, this recipe will make 8 servings, which can be frozen and enjoyed later. Add your preferred toppings or explore some of these delicious suggestions.
Loaded Baked Potato: bacon, cheddar, chives and sour cream (pictured)
Parisian Nights: ham, gruyere, Dijon mustard and butter sauted mushrooms
Almost Chowder: diced yellow potato, chopped clams, green onion and bacon
Note: When freezing this meal, we recommend freezing the toppings separately, or preparing them fresh once you're ready to eat. This will keep the flavors from mixing, and result in a more flavorsome meal.
13 Bean Chili
While fresh fruits and veggies and great for you, even the most health-conscious crave a comfort food classic now and then. Use this 13 Bean Chili to warm up on a breezy afternoon or prepare for game day, either way, it is sure to satisfy your comfort food cravings. Simple to make, this recipe uses our 13 Bean Soup Mix as a hearty base for the chili. Eat as is, or serve with a fresh loaf of cornbread for a truly comforting meal.
Shepherds Pie
When only a meaty Shepherds Pie will fill your desire for a warm home-cooked meal, this Shepherds Pie Recipe is sure to hit the spot. Made with a mixture of herbs, vegetables and ground lamb, it's the perfect comfort food classic. Top this pie with a thick layer of creamy mashed potatoes made with our potato flakes for the perfect, filling freezer meal. If lamb isn't easily accessible to you, don't worry. You can quickly turn this Shepherd's Pie into a Cottage Pie by using ground beef instead.
Gluten Free Deep Dish Pizza
When you think of the perfect warm and filling dinner, what comes to mind? At Bob's Red Mill, we love pizza, especially this Gluten Free Deep Dish Pizza. In this recipe, our Pea Protein Powder and Gluten Free Medium Cornmeal are used to create a deep-dish dough thick enough to hold all of your favorite toppings. Prepped in just 10 minutes, this dish can easily be cooked in large batches and packed in the freezer to enjoy as dinner during the week. Naturally gluten free, this deep dish pizza can also be made egg free! Top it with your favorite ingredients to create a truly personalized dish.
Beef and Vegetable Hand Pies
Whether you're new to freezer cooking or simply looking for new recipes to add to your weekly menu, it can be a challenge preparing meals that the entire family will enjoy. To make sure everyone in the family is happy, try introducing these Beef and Vegetable Hand Pies into your recipe rotation. Perfect for sack lunches, a light dinner or an on-the-go snack, these individual hand pies can be easily customized to meet your family's nutritional needs. They're made with our Gluten Free Pie Crust Mix to create a light and flaky crust, and can be modified based on your dietary restrictions. If you're following a vegetarian diet or trying out Meatless Mondays, skip the beef in these hand pies and fill them with vegetables instead! Easy to freeze and reheat, these hand pies are an ideal freezer meal.From Heirloom Tomato Tarte Tatin to Easy Potato Soup, we hope this list of make ahead meals to freeze has inspired you to give freezer cooking a shot! Start by choosing a few dishes to make ahead and create a grocery list based on those recipes. Once you have the ingredients, we encourage you to set aside time to bake multiple meals at once. Not only will this keep the flavor of your meals consistent, but it will also save you a lot of time during the week. Who knows, it might just be your new favorite way to meal-prep.Have a favorite freezer meal of your own? Let us know what it is in the comments below. From everyone here at Bob's Red Mill, happy cooking!