This meal is from the Costco Meal Plan #2. A delicious, warm stew to warm your tummy and your heart. Please note: This recipe is written to make 2 meals for 4 adults. I suggest making this as written below, eating one meal, then freezing the other portion for the following week. Let cool completely, then place in a plastic baggie or container and freeze. Thaw and reheat … [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.
Thai Beef Cabbage Roll Bake
The timing was perfect, the sales were perfect...and the ingredients in my pantry seemed to leap out at me as I was working up meal ideas and plans for this month. I remember Alea's Cabbage Rolls from last year, and I'd be wanting to try something similar. Cabbage rolls (and lettuce wraps) work wonderfully for those with gluten and/or corn allergies/intolerances. For those who … [Read more...]
No Boil Mac n Cheese Bake – Freezer Friendly
I'm tempted to dub this first week of the year, "Mac n Cheese Week." But I won't. Today, I'm sending over to check out this recipe for No Boil Mac n Cheese Bake from Mom on a Mission. And on Friday, I'll be sharing another awesome way to cook mac n cheese. And likely what I'll be making myself for lunch at least once a week through the winter. #comfortfood Photo … [Read more...]
Chicken and Spinach Enchiladas
I made these enchilada gems for my husband and his dude friends...just before Christmas. We hosted a guys night and I made 2 pans of these for the guys to snack on. (And I may have had a few...in the name of quality control!) The recipe is written for 2 pans...but you could easily half the recipe to make it for just 1 pan. And before you go all "these can't be real … [Read more...]
Corn Chicken Chili
Here's another warm and cozy chili for you to enjoy this winter. A spin on my Chicken Posole. Enjoy! Corn Chicken Chili The ultimate comfort food for those chilly evenings! 1 Tbsp olive oil1 small onion, finely chopped, or about 1 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, crushed1 can diced tomatoes2 cups chicken broth2 cups shredded chicken3-4 cups frozen whole … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Spicy Sausage and Peppers
This recipe is part of the 20 Slow Cooker Freezer Packs from Costco for $150 meal plan. I'm often asked about my "5 minute meals". Usually by people who know someone who knows me. They get the whole time-dollar thing mixed up. But if I were to start coming up with 5 minute meals, this would be first on the list. Because it takes you less than 5 minutes to get our your slow … [Read more...]
Homemade Frozen Pizzas
I have been buying a lot of single - size frozen pizzas lately. My teenagers love them. I finally decided to try making my own version. Using this recipe, you can make 8 small pizzas that are 7" in size. These can be frozen and quickly heated later on a busy night. Or you can have them available for the children at any time. I use an easy, no-yeast pizza dough recipe I made … [Read more...]
No-Boil, Freezer Friendly Three Cheese Manicotti Recipe
Do you want to make a casserole without a bowl, a spoon or a pot? You do? Then this is the delicious pasta casserole for you. Three Cheese Manicotti Recipe is so scrumptious! I make this often and double to have extra in my freezer to give away to a friend in need, or for a busy weeknight meal. You DO NOT cook the manicotti prior to filling and … [Read more...]
October Potatofest Recipes
Our feeding the larger family ways will help you feed a crowd and take a break during the holidays! October is potato month for me for several reasons. Not only are potatoes frugal and can be served in a variety of ways, but October is right up next to November and December. October is the month I pile the potatoes in the freezer – freeing me up at holiday time. … [Read more...]
Savory Slow Cooker Chicken and Butternut Squash
This recipe is part of our 6th Costco Meal Plan: 20 Slow Cooker Freezer Packs from Costco for $150! We've been enjoying lots of butternut squash lately, after buying some at Kroger, then more at Aldi the next week for just $.59 each! We've had this...a beef stew with butternut ...and I made the same beef stew mix for the guys to enjoy while I'm out of town this … [Read more...]