Some nights, cooking dinner feels like a personal attack. You’re tired, the kids are melting down over who gets the blue plate, and the thought of chopping one more onion might just send you over the edge. This is exactly why freezer meals exist.
These 10 freezer-friendly dinners are your future self’s best friend. Prep them in advance, stash them away, and then when life gets chaotic (because it always does), you’ve got dinner ready to go–no effort required. It’s like meal prepping, but without the pressure of eating the same thing five days in a row.
Because let’s be honest, some nights the only thing standing between you and ordering takeout is a good freezer stash. Let’s stock up.
Cottage Pie is my go-to dinner when I need something delicious, nourishing and comforting to serve the family at the end of a busy day. My version of this classic recipe is loaded with extra vegetables.
Freezer-friendly Chicken Schnitzel is the ideal weeknight family meal. This perennial favourite can be served with almost any side of your choice and is on the table in under 30 minutes.
Slow-cooked Beef Ragu is an economical but delicious meal, made with simple, economical ingredients. Just 10 minutes of prep, then let the stove do the rest of the work!
This Quick Coconut Chicken Curry is comforting and flavourful, perfect for cosy family dinners any night of the week. Tender chicken pieces are simmered in a rich, coconut-based curry sauce, before being topped with yoghurt and mango chutney. It is freezer-friendly and is delicious served with basmati rice and naan bread.
Spinach and Cheese Pasta Bake has the comforting, cheesy flavours we all crave at the end of a long day. This nutritious vegetarian delight can be on the table in just 30 minutes and it’s easily customisable.
Delicious Beef Rissoles are the perfect quick and easy family dinner. Make a big batch to freeze, ready for a rainy day!
In this comforting Slow-cooker Beef Stew, simple, low-cost meat and vegetables are cooked low and slow until fall-apart tender and full of flavour.
A quick and easy one-pan soup that’s loaded with nutrition and flavour. This Comforting Chunky Minestrone takes just 22 minutes to make and won’t break the bank as it uses simple, low-cost ingredients.
Juicy Homemade Beef Burgers are a quick and easy, meal-in-a-bun favourite with kids and adults alike. You can prep and cook them in under 25 minutes in one pan, using simple, low-cost ingredients, which you can mix and match to suit all palates.
Toasty Roasted Pumpkin Soup is a low-maintenance version of the comforting classic. Made with simple, low-cost ingredients, this winter warmer is perfect for making a big batch and freezing.
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Wendy says:
Fantastic
Nicole says:
Thanks, Wendy! Nic x