Intro to Freezer Cooking and 50 Healthy Freezer Meal Recipes (2024)

Freezer cooking is a great way to save time and money.There are many great recipes out there so you won’t get bored. Try out some new ones today! Even with meal planning and scheduling you are going to have days where you don’t have time, don’t feel good or just don’t want to cook a healthy meal. These times can tempt you to get some fast food or order some not-so-healthy takeout. That’s why I like to use freezer cooking. It cuts down on cooking time, saves money, and keeps us from making poor food choices. It can really change the whole way you eat and cook. I’ve had many people ask about freezer cooking so I want to share some of my tricks and tips as well as some delicious recipes to try out.

What is Freezer Cooking

There are many methods for freezer cooking. Some people like to double a recipe and freeze one and use one that day. Some like to cook a bunch of meals one day a week or month. I tend to mix the two. Some people even start freezer cooking groupsand make freezer meals together. In some of these groups, each person will show the group how to make one recipe so you end up with a lot of different meals by the end. Whichever method you choose, once you get into the habit your freeze will be filled in no time and you won’t have to worry about those busy days when you just don’t have time to cook.

BestContainers for Freezer Cooking

I want to stress that like most areas of your life what you use depends on your personal life. If you are currently eating out a lot or buying a lot of packaged food and the only way you can see yourself able to do freezer cooking is if you use disposable containers, do it. Be aware of the risks and try to find BPA-free containers. You are likely still cutting down on waste and bad ingredients from takeout so don’t feel guilty. Once you are to a point where you can use reusable containers make the switch. Reusable containers are better for you, the environment, and our budgets in the long run. Glass is best because it doesn’t hold odors and is safer for us. If you already have plastic containers though and can’t afford new ones right now, use what you have and watch for sales to slowly switch to glass. These are some of my favorite options.

Natural Freezer Cooking Recipes

This is a collection of recipes thatare freezer friendly. All of the recipes use natural ingredients and can use organic ingredients if you desire. Many of these recipes are also great for vegetarian, paleo, Whole 30, and gluten-free diets. Enjoy!

• Apple, Leek, and Bacon Breakfast Sausage
• Sprouted Wheat Waffles
• Swiss Steak
• Cheese Bread
• Meatballs
• Easy White Chicken Chili
• Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Tenders
• Layered BBQ Chicken and Sweet Potato Enchilada Casserole
• Orange Cranberry Sauce
• Garlic Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin

• Beef Sausage and Broccoli Egg Muffins
• Apple Cherry Pork Loin
• Vegan Meatball Subs
• Tex Mex Bean Quinoa Casserole
• Roasted Vegetable Stuffed Shells
• Black Bean Burgers
• Hamburger Buns
• Garden Vegetable Lasagna
• Raspberry Lemon Muffins
• Homemade Pizza

• Strawberry Freezer Jam
• Mashed Potatoes
• Banana Muffins
• Bacon and Sweet Potato Chili
• Baked Potato Skins
• Coffee Cake Muffins
• Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips
• Einkorn Sandwich Bread
• Twice Baked Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potatoes
• Lasagna Rolls

• Whole Wheat Pizza Roll Ups
• Breakfast Burritos
• Pancakes
• Chicken Taquitos
• Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
• Thai Pineapple Curry
• Lemon Honey Chicken
• Pizza Casserole
• Twice Baked Potatoes
• Meatloaf

• Stromboli Kit
• Chicken, Broccoli, Bacon and Potato Bake
• Sausage-Stuffed Mini Peppers
• Homemade Hot Pockets
• Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili
• Chicken Parmesan Meatball Casserole
• Cauliflower Rice
• Banana and Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal Cups
• Baked Ziti
• Layered Taco Bake

AdditionalResources

• Freezing and Food Safety
• The Make-Ahead Kitchen: 75 Slow-Cooker, Freezer, and Prepared Meals for the Busy Lifestyle