Member Comments for the Article:Create Your Own Frozen DinnersHealthier Meals that Save Time & Money51 Comments
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5/8/2013 2:22:16 PM
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Thanks for the tips! I have tried a few time to cook and then freeze, but it always seems so hard to get the veggies right, and I am ALWAYS forgetting something in the back of my freezer. With the inventory tip and the just undercooked veggies tip, this might actually work for me again. ^_^ It's the perfect way to cut down on all the salt from preserved frozen meals, while still not having to cook every night! |
3/26/2013 5:35:59 PM
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For those that choose to freeze food in glass dishes, you do not have to wait until the food becomes room temperature to heat in the oven. First you must place the glass dish in a COLD oven before turning it on or the glass will shatter and you will have a huge mess. You will have to heat the food a little bit longer but you do not have to wait for it to thaw. Another easy tip is to pre-cook chicken or other meats and you can quickly add them to salads, soups or tortillas for a quick meal or snack. I normally cook 5-6 pounds of meat at a time and use some that night and freeze the rest of the meat in meal-size portions. |
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LINDABRENT
2/25/2013 8:54:35 AM
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I do freeze left-overs, but when you don't use a microwave, it's not nearly as quick or convenient, as the glass bowl has to warm up to room temperature before you can pop it in the regular oven. After reading that more than 70% of nutrients of broccoli disappear when microwaved, I can't imagine ever "nuking" food and killing the goodness. |
2/23/2013 4:59:24 PM
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I LOVE how there is a vegetarian option for each category. |
2/23/2013 12:28:22 PM
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Very much worth the time and trouble! It's like treating yourself with instant homemade goodness :) |
2/23/2013 12:14:02 PM
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So, I thought this would be a great help to create some meals to have in the freezer for hubby for times I'm out of town. But so far, all the recipes I've checked do NOT give directions for the freezing part! Do you completely cook first, cool then freeze? or freeze before they are cooked? If frozen, do you thaw before cooking/reheating?? Times & Temps? A little discouraged for what the title states... |
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2/23/2013 9:22:09 AM
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Is there a concern about BPA in the plastice containers and ziplock bags?? |
2/23/2013 8:19:03 AM
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thanks for sharing! Great info!! :) |
1/21/2013 2:26:42 AM
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CORRECTION: MY POST SHOULD HAVE BEEN ADDRESSED TO RAIZI88. SORRY!! |
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1/21/2013 2:25:32 AM
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MJSMOM1, I don't know if anyone else responded to your question about freezing potatoes. I saved an article from my local newspaper about freezing meals ahead of time for Christmas meals. The article is lengthy, and the recipes are for a large holiday gathering, so it would be too much for your purposes. However, that prompted me to google "recipe frozen mashed potatoes" and a number of results came back. This one is from Taste of Home. http://www.tasteofhome.com/R ecipes/Freezer-Mashed-Pota toes I know from experience that taking care of your elderly parents can be tough, but at such a vulnerable time in their lives, they’re blessed to have you. |
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12/30/2012 1:08:48 AM
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Thank you all for posting some great ideas and feedback....especially the tips about the health/temp issues....new to me. |
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RAIZI88
11/28/2012 2:34:19 AM
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is there a way to freeze potatoes ? what side dishes , besides pasta and rice can i use that freeze well ? sweet potatoe ? i want to make meals for my elderly parents and they want potatoes and i am afraid that wont taste good |
10/2/2012 9:38:05 PM
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I do a number of these things but I sure got some new ideas too! |
9/4/2012 2:50:36 PM
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You people have made great comments here and to share food with elderly --- way togo |
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ACLH1122
8/1/2012 2:46:33 PM
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I like to bake a large amount of salmon and chicken breasts, (350 degrees for about 30 min.) then slice them and spread thinly into a large freezer bag. That way, after they're frozen, it is easy to break off whatever portion size is desired, leaving the rest for later in the same re-sealed freezer bag. The selected portion is then easily thawed in the microwave in a bowl and served as a main course either by itself (add seasonings/spices), or in a stir-fry, salad, wrap, or open-faced sandwich. |