Make mealtime effortless with 60 family-loved, freezer-friendly recipes that are designed to save you time without sacrificing flavor. From hearty mains like shepherd’s pie, lasagna, and chicken tikka masala to savory baked treats like cheddar biscuits, cottage cheese muffins, and oatmeal scones, this collection is full of dishes you can prepare in advance, freeze, and enjoy anytime.
Perfect for busy weeknights, make-ahead breakfasts, or easy snacks, these recipes help you save time while keeping your meals flavorful, comforting, and convenient. With this collection, your freezer becomes a pantry of ready-to-enjoy meals your whole family will love.
Cooked Meals – Cook, Freeze and Reheat
Here you can find hearty, family-friendly dishes that are perfect for batch cooking. Prepare in advance, freeze, and enjoy later with minimal effort.
Classic Bolognese Sauce
Bolognese Sauce is an Italian slowly cooked delicious meat and tomato sauce that is very flavorful, very rich and makes a comforting dish perfect for lunch or dinner. It is not a quick recipe, the secret of this delightful sauce consists in even the fact that it needs to be cooked for about 2 hours to reach to its fullest richness and intense flavor.
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Quiche Lorraine
Quiche Lorraine is a great dish to serve for breakfast or lunch but it also makes a great appetizer for special occasions. Can be served warm or at room temperature and it keeps refrigerated for several days.
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Homemade Meatballs
These homemade meatballs are prepared with a delightful blend of ground beef, pork, and a surprising twist – grated potato. These mouthwatering meatballs offer a unique combination of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more.
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Wiener Schnitzel with Viennese Potato Salad
Wiener Schnitzel is probably the most popular dish in Austria, that dates late 19th century and is very appreciated worldwide. It is traditionally prepared with veal cutlets that are pounded thin, breaded, and fried until tender and crispy.
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Slow-Cooked Crockpot Ragu Sauce
Rich, hearty, and bursting with flavor, this slow-cooked crockpot ragu sauce is the perfect way to bring an authentic Italian-inspired meal to your table with minimal effort. Made in the crockpot, this sauce simmers for hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully into a deep, savory delight.
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Baked Cheddar Panko Chicken
Enjoy tender, juicy chicken with a crispy, cheesy crust with this Baked Cheddar Panko Chicken. Chicken breasts are coated in a mix of sharp cheddar and golden panko breadcrumbs, then baked until perfectly crunchy. The cheddar melts into the coating, adding rich flavor, while the panko gives a satisfying crunch.
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Romanian Green Pea Stew
This nutritious and flavorful Pea Stew is a comforting dish, a perfect choice for a delightful meal on chilly fall and winter days.
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Quiche Lorraine
Quiche Lorraine is a great dish to serve for breakfast or lunch but it also makes a great appetizer for special occasions. Can be served warm or at room temperature and it keeps refrigerated for several days.
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Chicken Patties
These Chicken Patties are a versatile and delicious dish, that is easy to prepare and perfect for any time of the day.
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Spinach Bacon Crustless Quiche
If you love quiche recipes but don’t have the patience or enough time to prepare them, I highly recommend trying this Crustless Quiche recipe. It is so satisfying and so quick to prepare that it will soon turn into a favorite family recipe. This quiche is a great dish for brunch, lunch or dinner.
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Beef Stew with Caramelized Onions
This Beef Stew is a comforting dish that is sure to bring joy and satisfaction to all who taste it. Tender beef pieces are simmered in a delectable caramelized onion sauce, enhanced with vibrant red peppers, tangy tomato puree, and aromatic herbs like thyme and bay leaves.
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Roasted Butternut Squash Cream Soup – Healthy, Cozy and Full of Flavor
This Roasted Butternut Squash Cream Soup is the kind of cozy, warm meal that fills the kitchen with the smell of autumn and comfort.
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Crustless Zucchini Quiche
This Crustless Zucchini Quiche is a tasty twist on the classic dish! It is a delicious blend of fresh zucchini, creamy eggs, and gooey cheese, all without the heavy crust. It's a really good, healthy way to cook zucchini when zucchini season is here.
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Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala is one of the most popular dishes in United Kingdom and for good reason. This flavorful dish made with grilled marinated chicken pieces in a delicious spiced curry sauce is by far one of the best ways to introduce yourself and friends to Indian cuisine.
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Roasted Garlic Cream Soup
This Roasted Garlic Cream Soup is pure comfort in a bowl and is made with simple, wholesome ingredients. It is easy to make but feels like a special treat, great for a cozy lunch or as a starter for dinner.
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Easy Salmon Patties
These Salmon Patties are an amazing dish that's both simple and bursting with flavor. They are quick and easy to prepare, with a crispy golden crust and a tender center. They make a great appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce or a satisfying main course for lunch or dinner, complemented by your favorite side dish.
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Lentil Cream Soup
This easy recipe for Lentil Cream Soup makes a comforting dish, especially for cold days, either for lunch or dinner. It is creamy and full of flavor, great to be served hot, with some cheese toasts, cream, chili flakes and some lemon wedges on the side.
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Romanian Cabbage Rolls
The Romanian Cabbage Rolls – Sarmale – are one of the most delicious dishes that Romanian people prepare for family gatherings and especially for holidays. During the summer they are made with green cabbages and during the winter they can be made with sour cream as well.
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Chicken Lasagna
This chicken lasagna tastes incredible good. The sauce is really delicious and very flavorful, the Parmesan on top gets such a wonderful taste and color while baking. Definitely a must!
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Cauliflower Cream Soup
This Cauliflower Cream Soup recipe is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for warming up on chilly fall or winter days.
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Greek Pastitsio
Experience the rich and comforting tastes of Greece with our authentic Greek Pastitsio. It features tantalizing layers of pasta, savory meat sauce, and luscious bechamel sauce. Baked to golden perfection, this traditional dish is a true taste of Greece.
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Easy Lentil Fritters
If you're looking for a simple, nourishing recipe that's full of flavor, these Lentil Fritters are just the thing. They're made with tender lentils, sweet carrots, fresh parsley, and just the right amount of onion and garlic to make them wonderfully savory. Eggs and breadcrumbs help bring everything together into crisp, golden patties that are satisfying without feeling heavy.
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Irish Shepherd’s Pie
Irish Shepherd’s pie is a delicious comforting dish perfect for celebrating the upcoming St Patrick’s Day. Ground meat is cooked with lots of vegetables and Guinness, topped with delicious mashed potatoes and cheese and then baked to create a perfect golden crust. It’s simply delicious and flavorful and a great choice for lunch or dinner.
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Greek Zucchini Feta Balls – Kolokithokeftedes
Fresh, earthy zucchini meets the salty tang of feta in these irresistible Greek Zucchini Feta Balls, known as Kolokithokeftedes. They’re a summertime favorite all over Greece – crispy on the outside, soft and creamy inside, speckled with fresh dill and mint, and absolutely bursting with Mediterranean flavor.
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Minestrone Soup
Minestrone Soup is one of the best-known Italian soups. It is a thick soup made with beans, a lot of fresh vegetables, and pasta. It is probably one of the most flavorful soups. It is served with pasta and Parmesan which makes it just wonderful.
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Beef and Bean Chili – Chili con Carne
There’s something so comforting about a bowl of hearty Beef and Bean Chili also known as Chili Con Carne. It’s warm, filling, and full of flavor, with tender ground beef, soft beans, and rich tomatoes all cooked together with chili powder, cumin, and a touch of smoked paprika. The aroma alone makes your kitchen feel cozy and inviting.
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Easy Meatball Soup
Savor the hearty goodness of our flavorful Meatball Soup. Made with tender meatballs and fresh vegetables, it's a comforting dish perfect for chilly days or whenever you crave a comforting meal.
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Roasted Tomato and Red Pepper Soup
Roasted Tomato and Red Pepper Soup – a creamy comforting summer soup, full of flavor, served with cheese toasts that make it really irresistible.
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Zucchini Carrot Fritters
These incredible Zucchini Carrot Fritters are easy, tasty and nutritious crispy, golden bites that bring the freshness of zucchinis and the zing of carrots to your plate, all in one simple dish.
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Baked Cornflake Crusted Chicken Strips
Why make fried chicken when the baked cornflake-crusted chicken strips look and taste so incredibly good and are a healthier alternative?
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Baked Parmesan Chicken Bites
These delicious Baked Parmesan Chicken Bites offer a fantastic alternative to deep-frying chicken. With a crispy exterior and a tender, juicy interior, they're simply irresistible. Pair them with your preferred dipping sauce for a delightful lunch or dinner option that's sure to be a hit with the whole family, especially the little ones.
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Toasted Orzo with Chicken
This Toasted Orzo with Chicken is a mouthwatering dish you can easily prepare for lunch or dinner. It brings together the nutty goodness of toasted orzo pasta with perfectly seasoned, tender chicken pieces, making a dish that's both comforting and full of flavor.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu
Chicken Cordon Bleu is an amazing and delightful way of preparing chicken for lunch or dinner. The chicken is pounded until thin, stuffed with ham and melting cheese, rolled, dipped in egg and coated in panko breadcrumbs and then baked or fried until crispy and golden brown.
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Quinoa and Broccoli Patties
These tasty, nutritious quinoa and broccoli patties served with a chili sauce, or alongside a good fresh salad are healthy and everybody will love.
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Four Cheese Crispy Cheese Balls
These Four Cheese Crispy Cheese Balls are an easy appetizer idea, perfectly blending the irresistible flavors of Feta, Gouda, Cheddar, and Parmesan into golden, crispy perfection. They make for an excellent addition to your holiday table.
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Easy Yellow Rice – Fluffy Every Time
This Easy Yellow Rice is one of those reliable recipes I come back to again and again. It’s simple, comforting, and flexible enough to fit almost any meal. I make it on busy weekdays, most of the time with a piece of fish or some roasted chicken.
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Savory Bakes – Bake, Cool and Freeze
Here is a collection of delicious baked goods that are perfect for make-ahead meals or grab-and-go snacks. Bake, cool, and freeze them, so you can enjoy fresh, flavorful bites anytime.
Oatmeal Savory Scones
These Oatmeal Scones are a delectable fusion of hearty oats, tangy cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon. They feature a golden, crispy exterior that gives way to a tender, melt-in-your-mouth interior, creating a great blend of textures with every bite.
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Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins
If you’re looking for a quick, protein-packed breakfast that actually keeps you full and tastes amazing, these Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins might just become your new favorite.
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Cheddar Biscuits
Amazing cheddar biscuits – what not to like: buttery, flaky, garlicky and cheesy biscuits… one of the best combinations ever and they look really appetizing as well.
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Oatmeal Cottage Cheese Scones – High-Protein, Light and Savory
These Oatmeal Cottage Cheese Scones are my kind of comfort food, hearty, golden, and packed with flavor, yet surprisingly light. Made with less butter and cheese, they still feel rich and comforting, thanks to the cottage cheese that adds moisture and a gentle boost of protein.
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Soft Pretzel Bites
Savor the goodness of our Soft Pretzel Bites, a snack that's both crispy and soft, with a perfect touch of seasoning. These little golden bites offer a satisfying crunch on the outside and a soft delight inside, making each bite a tasty adventure.
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Whole Wheat Carrot Biscuits
These Whole Wheat Carrot Biscuits are one of the best healthier biscuits you can ever try all year round. Flaky, buttery and with an amazing flavor, these biscuits are simply irresistible.
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Cheese Zucchini Muffins
These Cheese Zucchini Muffins are seriously delicious, mixing healthy zucchini with cheesy goodness for a snack that's too good to resist. They make a great back-to-school breakfast idea that's not only tasty but also nutritious.
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Twisted Cheese Bagels
These Twisted Cheese Bagels are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. Made with freshly made dough and packed with rich flavorful cheese and an irresistible flakiness, these bagels offer a burst of flavor and texture in every bite.
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Pumpkin Oatmeal Cottage Cheese Biscuits – Healthy, High Protein Snack
These Pumpkin Oatmeal Cottage Cheese Biscuits have become a new favorite in our house. They’re soft, a little chewy, and full of that cozy pumpkin flavor everyone loves this time of year. They come together in just a few minutes, no fancy steps, no long list of ingredients.
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Homemade Quick Croissants
Homemade Quick Croissants – Crispy on the outside, buttery, flaky, a perfect treat for breakfast or brunch. It takes no more than 20 minutes of work.
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Pizza Pinwheels
Who doesn’t love pizza especially if made in bite-size delights? These Pizza Pinwheels feature homemade buttery dough filled with classic pizza toppings, rolled into irresistible treats that are served hot and simply irresistible.
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Cheese Muffins
Quick and easy recipe for one of the most savory cheese muffins, fluffy, cheesy inside with a great crispy top, perfect near a good fresh salad or soup.
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Easy No-Knead Focaccia
This Easy No-Knead Focaccia is a simple, yet flavorful bread that requires minimal effort and delivers excellent results. This recipe is perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a hands-off baking experience.
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Garlic Cheese Monkey Bread
It’s so easy to make this Garlic Cheese Monkey Bread from scratch that you don’t really need store bought dough for that.
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Homemade Crescent Rolls
This is a great recipe for light, fluffy, and buttery Homemade Crescent Rolls, a classic comfort food that is a great addition to the Thanksgiving dinner table.
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Spinach and Mushroom Pinwheels
These appetizing spinach and mushroom pinwheels are great as an appetizer for any occasion. They can be made a day in advance and warmed a little bit before serving.
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Easy Cornbread Muffins – Made in Minutes
There’s something so comforting about warm Cornbread Muffins coming out of the oven on Thanksgiving morning. They’re simple, cozy, and somehow always the first thing to disappear. These muffins have that golden crust on the outside and a soft, tender inside and just the right mix of savory and sweet.
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Pumpkin Crescent Rolls
These buttery and fluffy Pumpkin Crescent Rolls are the perfect combination of sweet and savory, with the rich flavor of pumpkin mixed with the soft, buttery texture of a croissant. Your guests are sure to love them, and you'll be the talk of the dinner table.
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Eggless Savory Scones
These Eggless Savory Scones are one of the best appetizers you can prepare for a friend gathering. Buttery, with a crispy crust and a soft crumb, filled with matured cheddar cheese, onion and ham for an amazing flavor combination, these scones are simply hard to resist.
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The Best Yogurt Flatbreads
Easy and quick Yogurt Flatbreads, where yogurt and cheese create a mouthwatering treat perfect as a side dish or appetizer.
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Twisted Pumpkin Bagels
These buttery Twisted Pumpkin Bagels are simply irresistible and a great choice for your Thanksgiving dinner table. The bagels have a beautiful twisted look, a flaky buttery yellow crumb similar to croissants that is simply hard to resist.
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Greek Yogurt Bagels
These delightful Greek Yogurt Bagels are a fuss-free treat that delights with each bite. This quick and easy recipe requires just a handful of pantry staples: Greek yogurt, flour, salt, and baking powder. No yeast needed, no waiting around for dough to rise—just pure, instant satisfaction.
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Skillet Cornbread
Spice things up at your Thanksgiving celebration with this jalapeño and sun-dried tomato cornbread. Studded with corn kernels and cheese, this corn bread turns out moist and fluffy and bursts with flavor.
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Easy Pumpkin Flatbreads
These Pumpkin Flatbreads are a fall favorite perfect for a fall lunch or dinner alongside soups, stews, or roasted vegetables. You can also enjoy them on their own as a snack, with a dollop of butter or a drizzle of honey.
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We hope these freezer-friendly recipes inspire you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying delicious meals with your family. Give them a try, you might be surprised how easy and satisfying make-ahead cooking can be!
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