This recipe is part of our 6th Costco Meal Plan: 20 Slow Cooker Freezer Packs from Costco for $150! Our family really enjoys the Raspberry Chipotle sauce that is sold at Costco...we've enjoyed with chicken, beef and I think our favorite is this pork roast. It's a zesty sauce made with raspberries and chipotle peppers and is an outstanding combination of sweet, spicy and … [Read more...]
Easy & Budget-Friendly Freezer-Friendly Recipes
Looking to save time, money, and stress at mealtime?!
Our collection of freezer-friendly recipes makes it simple to stock your freezer with delicious, ready-to-cook meals. From make-ahead breakfasts and freezer casseroles to dump-and-go slow cooker meals, these recipes are perfect for busy families who want home-cooked dinners without the daily prep.
Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or filling your freezer for the month, these easy freezer meals will help you eat well on a budget—without the last-minute scramble.
Slow Cooker Chili Mac
This recipe is part of our 6th Costco Meal Plan: 20 Slow Cooker Freezer Packs from Costco for $150! Stop. Before you go any further. YOU NEED TO READ THESE DIRECTIONS. (Ok, do I have your attention?) I don't want you to miss this. Do not. I repeat DO NOT. DON'T. DO.NOT. add the pasta when you start the slow cooker in the morning. It will turn to complete MUSH. … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Taco Soup
This recipe is part of our 6th Costco Meal Plan: 20 Slow Cooker Freezer Packs from Costco for $150! A classic right here. An easy, no brainer, load and go kinda recipe. A family favorite. One we've been enjoying for years! This particular version is the one I made for the 20 Meals from Costco for $150 meal plan. Below are a few ideas and notes about this recipe and the … [Read more...]
Gingerbread Baked Oatmeal
A holiday flavor twist on baked oatmeal - this Gingerbread Baked Oatmeal is a must try! This Gingerbread Baked Oatmeal caused a bit of a stir in my kitchen. I set it out on the counter to cool just about the same time that I had dinner getting on the table. My oldest bounced through getting the cups and silverware onto the table and got so excited that I made brownies … [Read more...]
Orange Peel Thai Chicken
I love the taste of orange peel Thai simmer sauce on chicken! Have you tried it? It's bursting with flavor! And, this recipe is easily frozen, which makes it an easy dish for busy weeknights! Orange Peel Thai Chicken Skip the pricey take out and make this homemade dish instead! 2 cups brown or white rice1 Tbsp canola oil1 lb. boneless skinless chicken … [Read more...]
BBQ Bacon Burgers
Barbecue. Bacon. Burgers. That's all I need to say! Fresh & Easy grocery store offers a special made BBQ Bacon Burgers and they are priced in a way that makes the convenience of the pre-made patties well worth it! BBQ Bacon Burgers Easy burgers with these pre-made patties 8 count prepared BBQ Bacon burger patties8 hamburger buns2 18 oz. bags frozen … [Read more...]
Broiled Ribs with Homemade Barbecue Sauce
How to Broil Ribs and a Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe I scored a great deal on boneless pork ribs and made plans to grill them. Unfortunately the weather didn't cooperate with my plans. Fall arrived last weekend at our house and brought high winds and rain with it, so my plans for barbecue ribs was shifted from the grill to my oven where I broiled them. Broiling … [Read more...]
Italian Meatloaf
This recipe is featured in the 21 Freezer Cooking Recipes from Costco Meal Plan #5. This is an easy meatloaf that is very freezer friendly, so whip up a double batch to enjoy one tonight and one for another night! Our family adored this meal...the flavor from the spaghetti sauce sends the flavor meter high in this meatloaf! A perfect and inexpensive 'meat and … [Read more...]
Black Bean Chili
A quick, easy, and freezer friendly recipe for Black Bean Chili! Black Bean Chili So filling and comforting on chilly nights! 1 lb. ground beef1 Tbsp minced onion1 tsp garlic powder1 15 oz. cans black beans, drained1 15 oz. cans tomato sauce1-2 Tbsp chili powderSalt and pepper to tasteOptional, about cup shredded cheeseServe with mashed … [Read more...]
Chili with Cornbread Waffles
Y'all are just going to have to trust me on this. A little kick and spice in the chili, plus a little sweet from the waffles...a totally party on the plate and on your palate. Also, I thought that I had some shredded cheese in the freezer to add on top of these waffles, but I must have used it all up without realizing their wasn't another bag in the freezer. Doh. I just added … [Read more...]