One of my favorite ways to fill my freezer is by batch cooking easy freezer meals. I love making multiple batches of the recipe we are having for supper, serving one batch that evening, and putting the rest in the freezer for another day. Batch cooking doesn't take a lot of extra energy, but it saves so much time in the future. Often I try to include one freezer-friendly recipe in my meal plan each week. However, this past week I wanted to be more intentional about filling my freezer. Instead of picking out just 1 freezer-friendly recipe I could double, I picked out 4 easy freezer meals. The week was a huge success. I want you to to … [Read more...]
Freezer Friendly: Crockpot Creamy Mexican Chicken
Crockpot creamy Mexican chicken is one of my family's favorite recipes. This fast, simple recipe is kid friendly and freezer friendly. This post contains affiliate links. Crockpot Creamy Mexican Chicken Ingredients: 3-4 chicken breasts 1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained 2 cups frozen corn or 1 can (15 oz.), drained 1 jar (15 oz.) salsa 1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese rice - white or spanish rice Instructions: Add the chicken (fresh or frozen), black beans, corn, and salsa to the crockpot. Cook on low 4-6 hours. Remove the cooked chicken, and shred it. Put the chicken back in the crockpot. Add cream cheese. … [Read more...]
Freezer Friendly: Zuppa Toscana Soup
This savory, zuppa toscana soup is a knock off of the popular soup served at Olive Garden. The recipe makes a large amount, which makes it perfect for freezing. Enjoy the zuppa toscana soup with some italian bread, and freeze your leftovers for another day. Zuppa Toscana Soup INGREDIENTS 1 lb ground Italian sausage ½ to 1 tsp crushed red peppers (optional) 1 large onion, diced 2 tsp minced garlic (approx. 4 cloves) 10 cups chicken broth 4 large potatoes, peeled & cubed 1 cup heavy cream ¼ of a bunch of kale, chopped (approx. 6 cups) DIRECTIONS Brown the sausage in a stock pot along with the onion and … [Read more...]
4 Tips for Getting Started in Freezer Cooking
Freezer cooking can be a huge help for those busy (or lazy!) days when cooking from scratch isn't an option. However, it can be super intimidating to get started. What recipes should you try? Do you the time and energy to devote to a full day of freezer cooking? If so, can you really afford to pay for all those groceries in advance?  Is it worth the effort to prepare freezer meals if you can't do it all in one big day? Let's erase some of that intimidation with these tips, and you can start filling your freezer for your busy (or lazy) days. 4 Tips for Getting Started in Freezer Cooking 1) Use Recipes You Already Love - There are many … [Read more...]
Freezer Friendly: Taco Soup
This taco soup recipe is totally a winner. It is naturally mild enough to be kid friendly. It is impressive enough to serve to guests. Plus it is freezer friendly! This recipe was originally discovered by my aunt years ago. She had the taco soup at a cute little restaurant and the owner shared the recipe with her. Since then it has been pass around throughout my family and well beyond. Taco Soup Ingredients: 1 1/4 lb ground beef browned 1 small onion, chopped mild taco seasoning to taste 15 oz can of kidney beans, drained 15 oz can of pork and beans 15 oz can of corn, drained (or 2 cups frozen corn) 2 T. brown sugar 1/8 … [Read more...]
Freezer Friendly: Pizza Tot Casserole
This pizza tot casserole recipe is easy to make, kid friendly, saucy, cheesy, and even freezer friendly.  One thing it's not?  Pretty.  Yep.  The photos aren't much to write home about, but it still tastes great. Pizza Tot Casserole Ingredients: 1 lb. ground beef 1 green pepper, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 1 can of tomato soup Italian Seasoning to taste 1 can of mushrooms (optional) 1 can of black olives (optional) 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1 package of tatter tots Directions: Brown the beef, green pepper, and onion together in  a pan.  Drain the grease if necessary. Add the soup and Italian seasoning. … [Read more...]
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