10 Easy Bulk Freezer Meals

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Bulk Freezer Meals is your ultimate solution for convenient and nutritious meal planning! Welcome to the world of easy dinners and time saving.

Say goodbye to stressful weeknight dinners and hello to effortless cooking with our collection of delicious recipes designed for bulk preparation and freezer storage. From hearty soups and stews to flavorful casseroles and slow-cooker favorites, our recipes are carefully crafted to be prepared in large batches, allowing you to stock your freezer with wholesome meals ready to heat and enjoy at a moment’s notice.

A great way to make fast food for the whole family is freezer cooking. It’s the best way to get a home-cooked meal on the table with less cooking time when you’re busy. These freezer meal recipes will help you get a quick meal on the table, have less food waste, and have less prep work.

All you need to do is find out what freezes well and what doesn’t. Learn how to get as much air out of your containers as possible to avoid freezer burn, and get to the grocery store to get your shopping list for your favorite freezer meals.

Dinner time just got easier with these fresh meals from batch-cooking recipes. It’s one of the best things I do for my home daycare. There’s no better way to spend less time in the kitchen. I make pasta dishes, chicken recipes, breakfast burritos, chicken noodle soup, taco meat, pasta sauces and so much more in bulk so my life is easier day to day. 

I always say, if you’re going to make a mess (cook) you might as well get a lot done. I try to never make one lasagna, casserole, or serving of soup. If I’m getting it out, I want leftovers for at least a meal or a freezer portion to freeze for a meal later. I love easy dinners from the freezer!

Bulk frozen food

There are so many things you can prep ahead and freeze for maximum nutrition and super convenience. Here are a few things I like to freeze in portions to have ready to toss in a recipe:

• Frozen Fruits and Vegetables: Bulk frozen fruits and vegetables are convenient options for adding nutritious ingredients to meals and snacks. Examples include frozen berries, mixed vegetables, spinach, peas, and corn. I like to roast all of our pumpkins after Halloween and portion them up in one cup portions and freeze them. They can go in smoothies, soups, sauces and so much more to add fiber and lots of nutrition. Berries can be frozen individually on a sheet tray and packed up in zip lock bags once frozen so you can pour out as many as you need at once for recipes.
• Frozen Meat and Seafood: Buying meat and seafood in bulk and freezing it is a cost-effective way to stock up on protein. Common options include chicken breasts, ground beef, salmon fillets, shrimp, and pork chops. Buy the large packages, portion them into a serving for your family and freeze them like that so when you want to cook you can grab one portion.
• Frozen Baked Goods: Bulk frozen baked goods are convenient for stocking up on bread, rolls, bagels, and pastries. These items can be stored in the freezer and thawed as needed. I love making bulk pancakes or muffins and grabbing out a few to feed my daycare kids.

The freezer is a great tool to use to make life easier, less expensive, and more nutritious.

Easiest bulk meals

The easiest bulk meals are simple to prepare, require minimal ingredients, and can be made in large quantities to store for future meals. Here are some examples:

1. Chili: Cook up a big pot of chili in the crock pot or stock pot on the stove. Double, triple, or quadruple your recipe. It’s the same mess and barely takes two seconds longer. Serve it with rice, cornbread, crackers, or over baked potatoes. Think chili dogs, chili frito pies, nachos and more. Chili freezes well and can be reheated for quick and hearty meals.
2. Pasta Bake: Make a big batch of pasta sauce and cook up several packages of noodles. Layer your pasta and ingredients in several pans and top with cheese. Bake one until bubbly and golden for a comforting and filling meal, and freeze the others for future dinners. You can thaw them overnight in the fridge or just bake them from frozen covered and uncover at the last. Many different pasta bakes work well like this. Just think, at least double everything or triple or quadruple it if you have the energy. Casseroles freeze great two ways. You can buy disposable aluminum pans to freeze them in. Or you can line your casserole dish with foil, fill it, freeze it, and when it’s fully frozen, pop that casserole out and wrap it well. Then you have your dish back, but you can pop your frozen dinner back in it to bake it up when it’s time. This is a pro tip.
3. Soup: Soups are incredibly versatile and easy to make in bulk. Choose a base like chicken broth or vegetable broth and add in vegetables, protein (such as chicken, beans, or lentils), grains (like rice or pasta), and seasonings. Cook until everything is tender and the flavors have melded together. Freeze portions for quick and warming meals.
4. Stir-Fry: Stir-fries are quick to make and can be customized with whatever ingredients you have on hand. Cook protein (like chicken, beef, or tofu) with vegetables (such as bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and snap peas) in a flavorful sauce. Serve over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.
5. Burrito Bowls: Prepare a big batch of burrito bowls by layering cooked rice or quinoa with beans, grilled chicken or steak, sautéed vegetables, salsa, avocado, and cheese. These bowls can be customized to suit individual tastes and preferences.
6. Casserole: Casseroles are a classic bulk meal option that can be made with a variety of ingredients. Combine cooked pasta or rice with protein (like ground beef, chicken, or sausage), vegetables, sauce, and cheese. Bake until bubbly and golden for a comforting and filling dish. This Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is one of our favorites to bulk prepare.
7. Egg Muffins: Whip up a batch of omelet muffins by combining beaten eggs with diced vegetables, cheese, and cooked meat (like ham or bacon). Pour the mixture into muffin tins and bake until set. These muffins can be stored in the fridge or freezer for quick and protein-packed breakfasts or snacks.
8. BBQ Make-Ahead Freezer Meatloaf: Meatloaf is a great freezer meal. You can shape a ton of them, bake one, and freeze the others for a set and forget meal on a busy weeknight. Get baths, homework, and everything done while dinner cooks and then you’re ready for a peaceful meal.
9. Make Ahead Freezer Chicken Burritos: These chicken burritos are a great bulk freezer meal to make. Just thaw them in the microwave and you’re ready to eat. You can customize them with the veggies and meats that your family likes best.
10. Make Ahead Freezer Meals BBQ Pulled Pork: Pork roast is my favorite bulk meal! It’s huge and makes a ton of things. I love making bbq pulled pork that I can pull out for bbq nachos or sandwiches. My daycare kids love it. It’s inexpensive (compared to many other meats) and easy to toss in the crock pot and cook all day. You don’t even have to be home. Check out how you can easily cook one pork roast and make 5 delicious meals! Don’t even get me started on the wonders of leftovers!
11. This Easy Bacon Cheeseburger and Fries Casserole Recipe is another delicious comfort food meal that is easy to make in bulk and freezes great!

These easiest bulk freezer meals are perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep sessions, providing delicious and nutritious options that can be enjoyed throughout the week.

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• Can You Freeze Avocados
• Can You Freeze Bananas?
• Can You Freeze Cream Cheese?
• Can You Freeze Strawberries?