Podcasts about freezer meals

Today I'm talking with Sharla Kostelyk from FreezerMeals101.com. Sharla tells us her "why" for adopting this style of cooking and starting a blog about it. This conversation is a real revelation because I didn't realize exactly what freezer meals were before, and now I'm in love! Do you know what they are? There's a chance you'll be surprised! The recipe she tells us about is a freezer meal (duh!) that's extremely easy and flavorful and can be made using just one pan.Sharla's Links:Blog: FreezerMeals101.comMembership to Freezer Meals 101 ClubYouTube: @FreezerMeals101Surprise Recipe: Mediterranean Chicken Sheet Pan DinnerChristine's Links:New Potatoes with DillGround Beef and RiceButter-Poached Lobster TailsQuick Pasta e Fagioli Soup

This week's episode of the Women's Ministry Toolbox podcast, EP 95: Loving Your Ladies: Organizing Meal Trains, Freezer Meals, and Funeral Meals, is now available, and it's packed with practical advice for providing meals during times of transition and crisis.Here's a taste of what you'll get from this episode:Why Meals Matter: Discover why providing meals is more than just a simple act of kindness—it's a tangible way to allow women to focus on their families during challenging times.Key Questions to Address: Learn the essential questions to consider, such as who should receive meals and for how long, and how to communicate needs effectively.Meal Drop-Off Etiquette: Gain insights into the best practices for meal drop-offs to ensure recipients feel blessed, not burdened.Food Preferences and Allergies: Understand the importance of accommodating allergies and dietary restrictions to make meal deliveries stress-free for everyone involved.Funeral Meals: Get tips based on real-life experiences and community suggestions for organizing meals after a bereavement, making sure they bring comfort and care to those grieving.This episode ends with Innovative Meal Ideas from Other Churches.Thank you for listening to the Women's Ministry Toolbox Podcast. You'll find additional women's ministry resources below.Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources: Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail Website – www.womensministrytoolbox.com Online Store – www.womensministrytoolboxshop.com Online Training – www.womensministrytraining.com Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/ Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/ Women's Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolboxYou can connect with Cyndee via Facebook, Instagram (@womensministrytoolbox), and email (cyndee@womensministrytoolbox.com).

In today's episode, Ally talks about the journey that led her to become the inspired leader that she is today. She shares the highs and the lows and what it was that ultimately created such a great culture within the teams she would build, that others admired and wanted to replicate. Ally Stone has been a partner and leader in the hospitality industry since 2005. During that time, she was integral to developing 15 successful businesses and teams. As Director of Culture and Leadership Development, Ally mastered a deep understanding of what it means to be truly connected as a leader and how that drives the success of any business. She bases her leadership style on what she has come to call “Inspired Leadership.” the approach elevates teamthinking beyond everyday problems and obstacles, building instead on quality in group and individual connection for lasting effect. This has created a culture of engaged, emerging leaders in her organization that many admire and emulate to this day. Ally has worked with thousands of leaders from all levels of organizations. In 2022 Ally was awarded the Transformational Leader Award by The Universal Women's Network and recognized as The Most Inspiring Leadership Development Company by A. I. International. Ally is also a certified Meditation Teacher, a Heart Math Resilience Mentor, and an ICF Certified Coach working towards her Master's Certification.Check out Ally's website hereFollow Ally on InstagramAlly on LinkedIn Candace Dunaway is the Host of the All Things Relatable podcast. Candace practices daily gratitude and believes that this practice is the key to living a joyful life. Candace sees the world through an optimistic lens and looks for the silver linings, even in the most difficult of times. She believes that life is a collection of simple moments of joy that compound to create a happy life.Follow Candace on InstagramUse coupon code candace10 to receive 10% off your set of Now by Solu Meditation SpeakersGet your meditation speakers here

Join us for insights from Mackenzie, founder of Citrus Pear, offering practical tips on meal planning, prepping, and choosing nutritious options for a healthier lifestyle. Discover the importance of convenience and nutrition, emphasizing customized meals and easy cooking tips for busy lifestyles. In this episode we chat about:Empowering Health Through Meal Prep (00:32)The Citrus Pear Approach to Healthy Freezer Meals (09:59)Easy Freezer Meal Cooking Tips (20:41)Episode Resources:Get $10 off your first Citrus Pear order with code SOFIAHEALTH (website)Citrus Pear on Instagram (Instagram)Book a Personal Chef at Sofia Health (book)Get expert guidance on Meal Plans at Sofia Health (book)Thank you so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed the content, we would love it if you took 2 minutes to leave a 5-star review!The Sofia Unfiltered Podcast by Sofia Health is for general informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. No doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have. For any health concerns, users should seek the assistance of their health care professionals.

Have you ever felt like you want to eat healthier and make more of your own food, but there are days when you just don't have the time or the energy? Maybe you find yourself relying on convenience foods way more than you'd really like to. I am so excited to share today how you can skip the drive-through and stop buying processed chicken nuggets or boxed mac n cheese for supper, by building up your own freezer with healthy meals made from scratch. Today we are talking about practical ways to make freezer meals your new convenience food, so you can feed your family nutritious, homemade meals every night of the week, no matter how crazy busy life is.    I hope you find this episode super practical and helpful in getting started with freezer cooking  and that you are able to use these tips to add convenience to your kitchen without compromising on nutrition. Thanks for joining me!   Resources mentioned in today's episode: → Get your Freezer Meal Cheat Sheet freebie!   Join the free Farm Family Community Submit a question for the show! Free recipes, gardening tips, food preservation tutorials, and more! Follow us on Facebook

Serena Hawthorne joins me for a special episode discussing freezer meals! Whether you're a busy parent, a working professional, or simply looking to save time in the kitchen, freezer meals are a game-changer. In this episode, we explore freezer-friendly recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and beyond, offering hot tips on the best containers to use, how long your favorite meals will last in the freezer, and a must-have kitchen item to make your freezer meal prep a breeze. We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, product links, and more!

While Amy's not big on what you might know as traditional “Freezer Meals,” she has some time-saving tips on setting up your freezer to cover you when your dinner prep hours are teaching-filled hours. Find the full transcript and show notes (including any links mentioned) here: https://pianopantry.com/podcast/episode102 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/piano-pantry-podcast/message

Delicious scratch made meals without the pressure of prepping and cleaning up is just what makes freezer meals simply amazing! Becky has mastered the art of preparing freezer meals, and she's learned having a good variety is the key to being successful with them.  Epic Homesteading Book, Signed Copy (Preorder) – Epic Gardening Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/46Jz3Xh Botanical Interests Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/3Q7FbTt Book Collection Page: https://growepic.co/3tmblBP EG Homesteading Book: https://growepic.co/46m73cq Connect With Becky Jones: While working as a dental hygienist, Becky's passion for scratch cooking grew into a passion for knowing where her food comes from. A couple of years ago, she and her husband had the opportunity to buy a home on a small one-acre parcel of land. In January 2021, she started the Acre Homestead YouTube channel to document her second year of gardening. What started as a personal project grew into a full-time job within a matter of months! Today, she shares her passion for homegrown, homemade, and locally-sourced food. Instagram YouTube Website Shop the Store As an exclusive for listeners, use code THEBEET for 5% off your entire order on our store, featuring our flagship Birdies Raised Beds. These are the original metal raised beds, lasting up to 5-10x longer than wooden beds, are ethically made in Australia, and have a customizable modular design.   Shop now and get 5% off your first order. Get Our Books Looking for a beginner's guide to growing food in small spaces? Kevin's book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, explains the core, essential information that you'll need to grow plants, no matter where you live! He also wrote Grow Bag Gardening to provide you with specialized knowledge that can bring you success when growing in fabric pots. Preorder Kevin's newest book Epic Homesteading if you are looking to turn your home into a thriving homestead!  Order signed copies of Kevin's books, plus more of his favorite titles in our store. More Resources Looking for more information? Follow us: Our Blog YouTube (Including our Epic Homesteading and Jacques in the Garden channels) Instagram (Including Epic Homesteading, and Jacques) TikTok Facebook Facebook Group Discord Server

Let's be real, cooking can be a punish sometimes. Rachael and Karlie are sharing 3 recipes for long-life meals you can have on standby for those days that you want to be in and out of kitchen as soon as possible. LINKS   http://www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/easy-chinese-corn-soup-168745 https://www.taste.com.au/recipes/1-minute-microwave-chocolate-brownie-mug/4608b96a-a7a5-45a5-83b7-e723785c3f3e  Follow Mums Who on Facebook.   Join the Mums Who Organise Facebook group. Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram @novapodcastsofficial.   Got a question for Rachael and Karlie? You can email them at homehacks@novapodcasts.com.au.    CREDITS   Hosts: Rachael Hallett and Karlie Suttie.   Managing Producer: Elle Beattie.   Producer and editor: Amy Kimball.   Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au.  Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, and the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the homesteading world, we place a lot of emphasis on sourcing food well and producing it at home when possible.  With all of the hard work we put into obtaining high quality food, we have to have a plan for what to do with it!  In today's conversation, Becky shares about her process of preserving food using various methods: freezing, freeze drying, canning, etc.  She also shares some practical tips about planning for and executing a successful freezer meal preparation day.  We cover plenty of simple and attainable ideas in this episode; you don't want to miss it! In this episode, we cover: Quick meals you can throw together without much planning or preparing What to consider as you are planning for large batch freezer cooking Finding the right containers for your freezer meals Suggested methods of preserving for various foods Pantry staples every from-scratch cook should keep on hand Figuring out what your family eats most and stocking up accordingly Ideas for sourcing food: what we buy from local stores vs. large bulk orders Deciding what preserving method fits best with your tastes and lifestyle Recognizing what parts of homesteading you want to prioritize View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube. Thank you to our sponsors! Carly Jean Los Angeles | Use code FARMHOUSE20 at CarlyJeanLosAngeles.com Toups and Co Organics | Use code FARMHOUSE at ToupsandCo.com Blogging Success Masterclass | Visit bit.ly/farmhousebloggingschool RESOURCES Glass baking dish with lid CONNECT Becky Jones of Acre Homestead | YouTube | Instagram | Website Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest Join us in the Simple Farmhouse Life Facebook community!

It's that time of year when things get busy – maybe even too busy for family meals. In this episode, Camille Beckstrand from Six Sisters' Stuff shares her expert tips to help you menu plan on busy nights. Think family mean time has to happen at dinner? Think again! Meal time is about connecting with the family, and that can happen at breakfast, lunch, and even during dessert! In This Episode: What to do about late-night dinners A fantastic plan for leftovers You know what they like to eat, but what do you love to cook? Camille and I discuss all of this and more. Things like... How to make meal planning easy Creating 'theme nights' And how to get everyone on board for eating what's on the table  Bon appétit. Links: 27 Freezer Meals by Six Sisters' Stuff 10 Things You Can Do To Get Organized Fast (free)

Not having a well stocked fridge is costing you.  There's always a better way to do things, and just like Lisa Simpson, we're answering the question that no one asked- but SHOULD be asking:    “What should you stock in your freezer?”  

Local entrepreneur Jennifer Cook shares her menu options for catering events and freezer meals, plus the available options for fundraising and blessing an individual with a meal.

Welcome to the latest podcast episode where we dive into some creative ways to freeze your fresh herbs from the garden. Whether you're looking to make your herbs last longer or simply have a surplus of herbs from your garden, freezing them is a great option. In this episode, we share some fun and easy methods to freeze your favorite herbs, including: Freezing herbs in ice cube trays with water or oil Blending herbs with oil to create herb paste cubes Drying herbs in a dehydrator and freezing them in labeled ziplock bags Making your own herb-infused butter We also share some tips on which herbs are best suited for each method, and how to use your frozen herbs in a variety of dishes. Don't miss out on this latest podcast episode and learn how to make your herbs last longer and enjoy them all year round! Check out the recipe for Parsley and Garlic Oil Herb Bombs (cookprayslay.com) Join our NEW Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cookthegardengroup/ Connect on Instagram: www.instagram.com/cookthegarden Visit the Food Blog: www.cookprayslay.com Email with Feedback and Topics Requests: info@cookprayslay.com

If you've tried & failed at meal planning in the past, or you just can't keep it up week after week and making dinner each night feels downright stressful - this is for you! Returning to the show today is my friend Nakita Vassalo who helps parents ditch overwhelm by saving time in the kitchen. We talk about: how freezer meals can help you cut back your time in the kitchen best choices for freezer meals that are SIMPLE to make and taste delicious simple no-nonsense meal ideas that keep everyone fed & happy The Dinner Plan is designed to take the stress out of meal planning and make it sustainable, no matter how busy you are. Nakita has graciously offered my listeners an exclusive discount. YAY! Get 50% off your first month using code: KATY50 or Get an EXTRA DISCOUNT off the already discounted annual membership using code: KATYSPECIAL Doors close on Wednesday, February 1st so HURRY! I hope you join me in this incredible program! https://home.katyjoywells.com/mealplan Here are the recipes Nakita shared with us: Slow-cooked Big Batch Bolognese Timpana (Maltest Bolognese Bake)

We look at a massive information/misinformation campaign going on.What the heck is transitory inflation?The 15 minute city? You better stay in your zone.Freezer meals this week.Doing some level of prepping is better than doing nothing.Find me on the Twitter, prep_podcast or search Common Sense Practical Prepper Podcast. If you like this content, please share with you family and friends.Have a question, suggestion or comment? Please email me at practicalpreppodcast@gmail.com. I will not sell your email address and I will personally respond to you. Support the showHave a question, suggestion or comment? Please email me at practicalpreppodcast@gmail.com. I will not sell your email address and I will personally respond to you.

Freezer meals can be great if you have time to devote to getting them prepared. However, even if you aren't able to find a day to stock your freezer with meals for future days, you can still do some things to use your freezer in a way to help make meal prep a little bit easier. https://www.lolasfrugallife.com https://www.facebook.com/LolasFrugalLife/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lolak/support For one month free of Skillshare Premium, go to: skillshare.eqcm.net/lola --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lolak/support

Finally! Why I started making freezer meals, the materials you need, tips to save time and money, and I recipe list is below! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x6eBzFFOs-WQSoRBf0Hyfq9UMdO3GgAmU9O1iv9kx1U/edit

Learn how to freeze your fresh green beans without loosing flavor, color or texture. Ginain also shares her popular Sauteed Green Beans with Cranberries & Roasted Walnuts recipe. Full recipe: Sautéed Green Beans with Cranberries & Roasted Nuts Let me know how you're enjoying this podcast and share your feedback with me. Email: info@cookprayslay.com Follow on Instagram: www.instagram.com/cookthegarden  

Do you own a slow cooker or a pressure cooker? Then you can make freezer meals! With inflation at record levels, many families are looking for ways to make their food budget go further. Today, Erin Chase joins Heidi with tons of great ideas for meal planning and tips for making home meals healthy and affordable. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/heidistjohn/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heidistjohn/support

Marci Buttars and Maegan McFarlane are sisters who love great food. They decided to combine their talents to create the end-all solution for families on the go...Introducing their company: InstaFreeze Meals! To quote their website: We decided it was time to really get serious about food prep and freezer meal cooking in an attempt to lighten our meal time load.  Not just any freezer meals .....Instant Pot Freezer Meals! Freezer Meals and the Instant Pot are a match made in heaven!  An Instant Pot will turn a frozen block of ice into dinner faster, easier, and safer than the stovetop, microwave, or slow cooker.  Upon discovering this trick, our lives truly changed for the better. We want to share this life-saving trick with anyone and everyone who is feeling the heavy load of getting healthy and delicious food on the table night after night.  After brainstorming how to convey this info to you, we decided the best way would be to do it for you!  And just like that, InstaFreeze was born! For years now we've been prepping our meals this way and know firsthand how life-changing it can be to pull a healthy dinner from the freezer and literally have it cooking in less than a minute.  With freezer meals on hand, there is less shopping, less prep, and less cleanup which means more time to be present and calm when our family surrounds us. I can't wait for you to try this system of meal prep! Our Mission As busy moms ourselves, we get it!  We want our lives to be filled with as many sweet memories as possible!  Our mission here at InstaFreeze Meals is to help you prepare healthy, wholesome, and delicious tasting meals for your freezer so you can cherish more time with your loved ones.  Eating healthy, wholesome food in a joy-filled home with those we love is of the highest priority in our lives, let's make it a reality for us all!. https://www.instafreezemeals.com/ Maegan and her husband live with their family in Kaysville.    

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I just made 25 freezer meals in 3 hours. I was going to write out all the directions, but I was too tired, so this is the phone call "how to" version. I'm sure in the future there will be more of these because talking things out is easier than trying to write and edit a blog post. Also, let's be honest no one wants to hear another person's life story before they get to a recipe! Here's the link to the recipes! You can find Elizabeth at Sunshine in my Nest or on Instagram at sunshineinmynest! If you would like access to "Secret Best Friends Content" and freebies you can sign up for emails here *affiliate links are used when appropriate. Thank you for supporting Sunshine in my Nest

This episode will make you hungry friend! I want to help you beat the summer heat and save on groceries with these 3 important cooking strategies!  #1 - Pasta Skillets  Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet - Watch on YouTube #2 - Freezer to Slow Cooker Meals  Live Freezer Meal Prep - Watch on YouTube #3 - Marinades for Meats!  Save money by buying your favorite cuts of meats when they are on sale, and then freeze the meats with your favorite marinade. The meat will thaw and marinate at the same time!!   

Kathrine Lynch is the founder of meal planning service, The Daily Menu. She shares a range of budget tips and recipes for cutting your grocery bill, including cooking meals in bulk for eat half now and freeze half for later.

Join my 5-Ingredient Freezer Meals Challenge here: https://myfreezeasy.com/five  Here's to saving loads on groceries by getting meats on sale and making freezer meals with that meat!!!

Erin breaks down a 15 Minute Freezer Meal, explains the active prep times with a variety of recipes and cooking methods. The MyFreezEasy Method and these kinds of recipes are here to help you save time in the kitchen, and a load of $$ on groceries!  Cookbook options mentioned:  15-Minute Freezer Meals Book 15-Minute Freezer Meals Labels Kit 15-Minute Freezer Meals Prep Kit

Batching freezer meals shouldn't take a lot of time, money, or effort after your done! This bite size podcast teaches you my 3 top tips to batching freezer meals fast! Want a freezer meal plan? Check out the Mapped Out Nutrition Etsy Shop for my freezer meal plan and guide!

There are a lot of misconceptions and mistakes made around freezer meals, but guest Ali Rosen has us covered with surprising possibilities, and wisdom for creating the best quality frozen dishes, without having to try too hard. Emmy and James Beard Award nominated host of Potluck with Ali Rosen on NYC Life and author of Modern Freezer Meals, she helps us bust out of the dated mindset about freezing meals and approach them in a modern way, “as a gift for your future self.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn about Dump Dinners and why you need them in your life!  WATCH on Amazon: https://amazon.com/live/5dollardinners   Erin's Freezer Meals COOKBOOKS: https://store.erinchase.io/collections/cookbooks-prep-kits   Dinner Cooks Itself Party: https://myfreezeasy.com/dci

This podcast episode is about organizing your kitchen and letting go of perfectionism. It was inspired by an article that I was interviewed for on Apartment Therapy, “9 Things in Your Kitchen a Chef Wants You to Get Rid of Before 2021 Ends,” written by my friend Ashely Abramson. You may or may not be in the space to clean right now. However, this is the perfect podcast to save for spring cleaning! Read the Full Show Notes: https://www.carlacontreras.com/podcast/organizing-your-kitchen-letting-go-of-perfectionismPurchase the items I mention in the podcast here Get my online Pantry Refresh & Cook+Chop: Online Cooking School courses hereI am excited to hear your thoughts!Eat Well,xo Chef CarlaPS: Please tag me @chefcarla_c on Instagram so I can continue the conversation with you.

This episode covers:A study on a food that is correlated with a decrease in depressionA product recommendation from my favorite food group (chocolate!)All about a way to NEVER again order takeout on a random Wednesday when it's really not worth it to youTwo Q and As on apple cider vinegar and acneLinks I mentioned during this episode:Join Revitalize: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/revitalizeThis week's blog post on avoiding mid-week takeout with healthy freezer meals: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/?p=22434Mushroom intake and depression study: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S016503272100759X?via%3DihubArticle about mushroom and mental health study: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/10/211012102657.htmLyons' Share blog post on adaptogens: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2020/10/06/what-are-adaptogens-and-how-to-use-them-for-your-health/Four Sigmatic coffee (code LYONS for 10% off): https://us.foursigmatic.com/Tasty Yummies chocolate: https://store.tasty-yummies.com/Stasher bags: https://amzn.to/3DDBN9MLyons' Share blog post on dairy: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2018/09/25/is-dairy-healthy/Probiotic: https://amzn.to/2ZRqpmI How to take action after listening to this episode:Mark down two hours on your calendar sometime in the next month, and devote that time to making some freezer meals.  When you do, take a picture of what you make and tag me on Instagram @thelyonsshare - I'd love to see!  Bonus if your recipe includes mushrooms or chocolate :)

Hey, y'all! Welcome to our Freezer meal prep episode. In this one we dive deep into ways to freezer prep, what to freezer prep and how to use it for the planner or the non planner. We want to make things quick and easy for you and get you out of the kitchen on a level of being too busy and getting out and about enjoying your home, farm and family. Sneak Peek Recipe:Brisket Mac & Cheese! Dive in to hear the most amazing ingredients ever and a secret one that will make you think twice!Happy St. Patrick's Day!Blessings from,  Alicia Bolton Adventures of You and Me PodcastFacebook @youandmefarm Instagram @ youandme_adventures Website: http://www.adventuresofyouandme.com Email: thefarmhouse@adventuresofyouandme.com

Before we get to the show notes, don’t miss Meal Prep Monday host Allison Schaaf’s free live workshop on how to make meal prep faster. You can sign up here: prepdish.com/workshop Have you ever used freezer meals? In today’s episode Allison talks about her experience with freezer meals after her second son was born last fall. She discusses which meals worked the best, which were family favorites and when exactly she found them to be most useful. Freezer meals can be a lifesaver postpartum but they’re also great after a planned surgery, during a busy season at work, or even when you have family come visit and don’t want to be stuck in the kitchen. Connect with Allison: PrepDish.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prepdish/ Get your FREE mealplan at PrepDish.com/podcast OR text the word mealprep to 33777 Resources mentioned in this podcast: Get your free Crockpot Freezer Meals here: https://prepdish.com/offers/crockpot-freezer-meals/ Get your free Breakfast Hash freezer meals here: https://prepdish.com/offers/free-breakfast-hash-freezer-meals/ Moroccan Breakfast Hash: https://prepdish.com/recipes/moroccan-inspired-spice-blend-breakfast-hash-recipe/ Sweets, Beets & Kale Breakfast Hash: https://prepdish.com/recipes/sweets-beets-kale-breakfast-hash/ Episode 52 (Freezer Breakfasts): https://prepdish.com/podcast-show-notes/ep52/ Episode 42 (Meal Prep Before Baby): https://prepdish.com/podcast-show-notes/ep42/

Freezer Meals are the greatest invention to save time, money, and your sanity!

Welcome to Season 3!! I am so happy to have y'all here with me. This season we will be diving into make ahead meals. That can be preparing in bulk, planning your menu up to a month in advance, freezer meals and canning and preserving. In this episode we talk about each way to prep in bulk to really maximize your time spent in the kitchen so that on days that you simply cant be there, you wont find yourself always running through the drive through line. Then we talk about my 11 favorite Go-To rubs and sauces that you can throw into your rotation of meals when you're looking to spice things up! Why 11? well its just that much better than 10 ;) Head on over and have yourself a listen.Thank you so much for joining me today!Blessings from,  Alicia Bolton Adventures of You and Me PodcastFacebook @youandmefarm Instagram @ youandme_adventures Website: http://www.adventuresofyouandme.com Email: thefarmhouse@adventuresofyouandme.com

I don't think there are many people that would turn down a piping hot cinnamon roll, do you? But making them at the crack of dawn so you can enjoy them for brunch or breakfast? That's a drag for sure! That's why I tested 4 different methods for making cinnamon rolls ahead of time so you can have the best of both worlds. Listen on to find out HOW you can do it and which method will be the very best!

Kick Start 2021 on a Healthy and simple pathMindfulness - Cooking and Eating with Intention8 week Series  on MindfulnessEpisode 1: Cooking and Eating with IntentionEpisode 2: Movement - Small ways to energize and get the most out of your dayEpisode 3: Organization - Making the tools work for youEpisode 4: Living in Harmony - from Recycling to ThriftingEpisode 5: Activities - Planning vs. Overplanning - Special Guest!!Episode 6: Shopping & Cultivating the things you needEpisode 7: Relationships - Making the timeEpisode 8: Acts of Kindness/ServiceIn this episode we cover what is mindfulness?Getting a head start on 2021 Vision board - I created my own but these are some amazing inspiration pieces to get you started!https://www.pinterest.com/scrappinmichele/vision-board-samples/Word Of The Year - I get my WOTY pieces from Blue Corner Creasigns on Etsy!https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlueCornerCreasigns?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=128979257Amazing Planner - So many options! I got mine from the lovely Jill Winger at The Prairie Homestead - she's my fave!https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/https://jill43acbd.clickfunnels.com/sales-page1599424769546Total Money Makeover - Dave Ramsey https://www.amazon.com/Dave-Ramsey/e/B000APQ02W%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_sharehttps://www.daveramsey.com/?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Lampo%20-%20Dave%20Ramsey%20Keywords%20-%20Bing&utm_content=Dave%20Ramsey&utm_term=dave%20ramsey&utm_id=bi_cmp-135391_adg-52712579_ad-78958699428212_kwd-20563394815:loc-190_dev-c_ext-_prd-&msclkid=399462e1c5d1140fa6e33d150ea77fd1Eating within the Hunger Scale - Mind Blowing stuff here, folks!! - Susan Hyatt, you are truly an inspiration!https://shyatt.com/bare/https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GLG3JYS/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0Snacking and remembering to drink water. A no brainer that seems to evade me daily.Most importantly Cooking from Scratch, swapping out small items in your weekly grocery shopping to healthier or more convenient options. Freezer Meals and Pantry Raids for making really wholesome, fresh meals that can be done in the slow cooker, pressure cooker, air fryer for a convenient meal that eliminates the need for takeout! Cook big so that you can then use your amazing new pressure canner or freezer bags make meals that are ready to heat and eat! There's nothing better than having amazing food at your finger tips so that you don't feel stressed out, unprepared and ready to reach for the phone or also overwhelmed from the daily mess of the kitchen cooking 3 meals a day.Join us on this season and get ready to be in the moment, enjoying all that your life can put together! Blessings from,  Alicia Bolton Adventures of You and Me Podcast  Instagram/youandme_adventures http://www.adventuresofyouandme.com/

Virtual Cookie Bake and Exchange along with Hand Made Gift ideas!Join us on the podcast today for great hand made gifts and hand made memories. Cinnamon Play Dough Recipe:2 C. Flour1 C. Salt1 tsp. Cream of Tartar2 T Vegetable Oil1 T Cinnamon2 C. WaterMix in a saucepan over medium heat until dough leaves sides of pan. Remove from heat, cool slightly to the touch, knead for a few minutes. Store in an air tight container. Enjoy!Adventures of You & Me PodcastAlicia BoltonInstagram: @youandme_adventuresfacebook: @youandmefarm

People always ask us if we get tired of cooking and the answer is a resounding YES. But as professional cooks, we also have a collection of well-honed tools that we use on nights when we just can’t. Easy freezer meals are one of the tools we use most. And they are not only a gift to your future self, but also a great way to support others, from new parents to sick loved ones.

Virginia's Questions00:34 What inspired you to start your own business?01:46 What do you like most about that? Well, first of all, tell us the what what did you choose?04:59 So by smarter, do you mean healthier or what do you mean by that one?09:11 Well, that's cool. And then that gains you more trust to in the long run. Right.09:20 So do you have an ideal client or customer that you try to work with?10:55 So do you have any business goals that you're hoping to achieve over the next one to two years?13:14 Do you feel like there's a roadblock that's stopping you from reaching that goal?13:49 Of course you will.  So what are you doing that's working for you to attract more business?15:23 Is there anything that you're doing to like stand out online at all?17:47 What is the best advice you have ever received?18:26 What's the best advice you have ever given?19:03 Is there anything that you would like to share with us that I haven't asked? Mentions & ResourcesDistinctDigitalMarketing.com https://facebook.com/groups/cookinwithrachelhttps://www.instagram.com/cookinwithracheli/https://www.pamperedchef.ca/pws/racheliverson

Welcome to the Built in Iowa Podcast!On today's episode we have Lindsy Trotter from Chilled Freezer Meals.Chilled Freezer Meals is located in Center Point, Iowa and was founded by Lindsy Trotter in 2018. Chilled offers fully frozen meals for local pick up and home delivery in Eastern Iowa, as well as shipping nationwide. Chilled has gluten friendly, keto, paleo or Whole30 meal choices. Lindsy had the idea to found Chilled after her daughter had food sensitivity and it was impossible to come home after work and order a pizza. She started posting about it on social media and had some friends that were interested in ordering and the idea was born. Chilled has four product categories; meals, snacks, seasoning mixes, and digital recipes. About 90% of the revenue comes from food products. Lindsy wants to start growing the digital products as it is easier to scale. Lindsy built her website on the Shopify platform and to grow her company she primarily relies on organic marketing. Chilled’s only marketing ad spend is a $1 Facebook ad. Lindsy was very resourceful starting Chilled Freezer Meals. She had no interest in investors or loans to test her proof of concept, so she decided to reach out to a local coffee shop to rent out their commercial kitchen instead of building her own commercial kitchen. Once the idea proved out, Chilled moved into a commercial kitchen about a year later. Lindsy currently has two employees, as well as an outside marketing agency and a virtual assistant to keep her business rolling. Enjoy the episode!You can find Chilled Freezer Meals website HEREYou can find Chilled Freezer Meals Facebook HEREAre you looking to save money with your company? Check out Grey Trunk RFID and stop losing your company's capital assets. They use cutting edge technology and they are located in Iowa! Click here to get 20% off your subscription. Head to our website and subscribe to the newsletter HERECheck out Built in Iowa's Facebook HERECheck out Built in Iowa's Twitter HERE

The Story of Six Sisters' Stuff with Lauren Walker     Proverbs 16:9 (NIV) “In his heart a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.”    Lauren Walker is the second youngest sister in the family that runs the blog Six Sisters' Stuff. She grew up in Utah and graduated from Utah State University where she studied Family Science, and went on to run the public relations and create content online with her sisters and their company. She married her best friend and moved out to Sacramento to start a new adventure with her husband and dog before welcoming their first baby last year. She loves working with her sisters, but her favorite thing to do at the end of the day is curl up on the couch with her husband and sweet baby boy, drink a diet coke, and binge watch Boy Meets World!    At The Savvy Sauce, we will only recommend resources we believe in! We also want you to be aware: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.comand affiliated sites.    Six Sisters' Stuff Blog Six Sisters' Menu Planning Website (Use Code SISTERS20 to get 20% Off) Connect on You Tube, Instagram, and Facebook: @sixsistersstuff Cookbooks by Six Sisters' Stuff:  Six Ingredients With Six Sisters' Stuff Copycat Cooking With Six Sisters' Stuff Dinner Made Easy With Six Sisters' Stuff A Year With Six Sisters' Stuff Healthy Eats With Six Sisters' Stuff Six Sisters' Stuff 30 Minute Recipes Six Sisters' Stuff Simple One-Pan Dishes Six Sisters' Stuff: Family Recipes, Fun Crafts, and So Much More 12 Days of Christmas With Six Sisters' Stuff Sweets & Treats With Six Sisters' Stuff Celebrate Every Season With Six Sisters' Stuff Book Mentioned: Letters to a Young Therapist by Mary Pipher   Recommended Recipes and Links from Six Sisters Stuff: Slow Cooker Ritz Chicken 30 At Home Dates  8 Freezer Meals in One Hour    Thank You to Our Sponsor: Equip for Health   Connect with The Savvy Sauce on Facebook or Instagram or Our Website   Please help us out by sharing this episode with a friend, leaving a 5-star rating and review, and subscribing to this podcast!   Also, check out our Patreon Page to find out how to gain access to additional podcasts and freebies!   Gospel Scripture: (all NIV)   Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”   Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”   Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”    Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”    Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”    Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”    John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”   Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”   Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession- to the praise of his glory.”   Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”   Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“   Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“   Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

Phone Tracking Safety (0:00:00)When we go to sleep at night, we usually turn our phones off. But is our phone really shut off? Maybe not. Unless you've taken some pretty heavy security measures, chances are at least a few marketing companies are mining for your personal data while you're dreaming and peacefully tucked under the covers. So in an age where we unconsciously give up our privacy to companies that we haven't even heard of, how can we keep our personal data safe? We've invited Patrick Jackson, the Chief Technology Officer of data privacy company Disconnect, to talk with us about these hidden trackers and how we can avoid them.  Helping Tweens with their Emotions (0:16:10)Our tweens are going through a lot of changes in their life right now, but nothing quite like puberty. During this big change, their hormones are running wild and as parents we often find ourselves on the receiving end of their intense mood swings and emotional meltdowns. It can be exhausting. So, we invited friend of the show, Michelle McCullough, to share her insights on helping tweens handle the emotional roller coasters they're experiencing. Michelle is the author of “The HappyIST” and a seasoned speaker on happiness and success.  Bringing Spring into Your Home (0:36:04)Spring is upon us! It's warmer, flowers are starting to bud, and we can hear the birds returning to our neighborhood trees. While it's great that the outside is brightening up, some of you might find that the inside of your homes seems less dazzling. Many of us are staring out of our windows wishing we were running through some sunny meadow rather than living in quarantine. So, how can we enjoy the new life of spring while we're stuck inside? Joining us today is friend of the show, Carrie Ann Rhodes. Using her experience as an interior designer she is going to help us know how to bring spring into our homes.  COVID-19 and Funerals (0:50:34)While this pandemic rages on, unfortunately a lot of people are losing their battles to COVID-19.But in addition to these tragic deaths, every day deaths are still happening as well. Whether you've lost a loved one to the virus or to another sickness or accident, funeral planning right now is a little complicated. What can be done to provide funeral services right now, considering current circumstances? Here to share with us her advice on the subject is Linnea Crowther, senior writer at Legacy.com, an online resource for obituaries and funeral planning advice.  Workers' Rights (1:06:01)COVID-19, the invisible enemy, is single handedly trying to take out our workforce. Many people have been laid off, some have had to put work on hold for now, and those with essential jobs continue to go to work, sometimes working in unsafe conditions. With all of this going on, there have been labor issues, disputes, and work strikes across the country. So, what rights do workers have right now? Mark J. Harrison is the founder of The Labor Network, an information source for news about the U.S. job market and worker rights. With all the information he has access to, we thought he would be the perfect person to talk to about what workers' rights there are right now.  Freezer Meals (1:22:51)At a time when the grocery stores are running low on supply and we are being encouraged to stay home, having a meal plan can be a game-changer. One of the best ways to stretch our ingredients is by making freezer meals. Having pre-made meals for our families is convenient, stress-free, and will relieve some of the worry that comes with unpredictable circumstances. Here to tell us all about making the best freezer meals is Karrie Truman. Karrie is the owner of the blog happymoneysaver.com and author of the book “Seriously Good Freezer Meals”.

Patrick Johnson gives tips for protecting personal data, Michelle McCullough talks about raising tweens, Carrie Ann Rhodes explains how to enjoy spring indoors, Linnea Crowther discusses the effects of COVID-19 on funerals, Mark Harrison talks about workers' rights, Karrie Truman gives tips for meal prepping.

Meal planning is hard enough for busy families; now families are eating nearly all their meals at home, it's a next-level challenge. So for this month's Voices interview we're bringing back cookbook author and Didn't I Just Feed You? co-host Stacie Billis to talk about grocery shopping, what freezes well and when to freeze it, how to minimize food waste while adjusting to a new normal, the best pantry staples, and more. The post Freezer Meals, Pantry Staples & The New Reality Of Food Prep With Stacie Billis: Voices 47 appeared first on The Mom Hour.

We all have to eat, right? And we want to provide good food for our family but it can be tough to do it all and feel successful. One of my artisan friends, Jessica Kelm with Just Sew Baby, is here to help us ALL improve our food systems! She shares her amazing and easy hacks for how she makes freezer meals, all while sticking to a budget!

10 Steps To Make Your Meal Prep Party A SuccessStep #1: Invite Your Friends And Schedule A TimeYou’ll want a full day to make sure you get everything done (bonus if you can get done early!)Step #2: Gather Preferences And Allergies:You would hate for your friends to come help with meals only to go home with meals they can’t eat or that they don’t like. If they have allergies or preferences, try asking them what kinds of meals they have at home to combat their allergy.Step #3: Plan Your Menu For Your Meal Prep Party:Be sure you research what meals freeze well and try to be efficient in your planning (ie use the same base recipe for shredded chicken or pork to save time!Step #4: Gather Supplies And Staples:When you are preparing a large volume of food you might not have everything you need in one kitchen. Write out everything you think you’ll need and see what your guests can bring. I also like to take inventory of staple items to avoid buying things at the store that we already have.Step #5: Order Or Pick-Up Your GroceriesI love using grocery pickup when I have a meal prep party because it’s such a large volume of food, it’s so convenient to just pick it up at the store instead of shopping for it, but you can shop any way you like. Don’t forget to stock up on freezer bags, and potentially some disposable pans depending on what you are cooking.Step #6: Make A General Schedule And Timeline For Your Meal Prep Party:If you use my FREE guide and recipes, this part is already done for you. You will be much more efficient if you assign out everyone’s tasks ahead of time so you spend less time delegating and figuring out what to do, and more time doing. If there will be kids at your party, I recommend having one person with the kids at all times to minimize fights and give your guests a break from standing. This person can rotate with the other guests every hour or so.Step #7: Get Slow-Cookers Started Early Before Guests Arrive:During my meal prep party, I found myself waiting on slow cookers so if you have the chance, get them started before everyone gets there and you might be able to get done a little earlier.Step #7: Plan Lunch:You will be cooking for a good chunk of the day and you’re going to get hungry! It doesn’t have to be fancy, but plan to either bring sandwiches or order a pizza so no one gets too hangry while you are meal-prepping.Step #9: Plan Entertainment For Any Kids:If you have kids, you’ll definitely need them to be on their best behavior for this to work (Find some extra tips for cooking with kids here) Try planning some really fun activities for them to do while you cook and maybe even purchase some brand new crafts and toys to try to hold their attention for longer! They can also help out with age-appropriate tasks in the kitchen.Step #10: Bring Coolers And Ice:We all cleared out space in our freezers for our meal-prepped meals that we knew we would be bringing home, but we didn’t think about how we were going to keep our meals cold (and safe) as we were preparing them. We ended up getting some boxes and filling them with ice, but that wasn’t the best solution. We decided the easiest way to solve this problem the next time is for each guest to bring their own cooler and ice to transport their meals home in to get int o the freezer.…and just in case you missed it, here’s one more chance to get your FREE printable guide that will make planning your meal prep party a breeze!

Are you struggling to keep up with an increasingly busy schedule filled with 4-H, homeschooling, tending to the milk cows, and all of the other wonderful things that come with life on the homestead? I’m in the thick of it right now and let me tell you, it ain’t no joke ya’ll! Like most of you listening, I’ve always felt a certain way about freezer meals. My first association had always been bland, lifeless casseroles. As a proud homesteader, they always felt like cheating to some degree. It wasn’t until I took a serious deep dive into into meal prep that I realized the power and convenience of well thought out freezer meals. On today’s episode, I explain how and why my mindset shifted around freezer meals. I also offer up my favorite tips and tricks to maximize flavor and make efficient use of your time. Let’s get cooking! • If you're falling in love with the idea of an old-fashioned kitchen full of incredible homemade food, check out my free Heritage Kitchen handbook at http://www.heritagekitchenhandbook.com • Click here to check out my favorite way to plan and prep for freezer meals.

Family Business Radio, Episode 4: Valencia and Ozzie Giles, Lawrenceville-Suwanee School of Music, Melissa Gunderson, Morsels by Melissa, and Bonnie Mauldin, The Mauldin Group On this episode of Family Business Radio, host Anthony Chen welcomes Valencia and Ozzie Giles, owners of Lawrenceville-Suwanee School of Music, Melissa Gunderson, chef and owner of Morsels by Melissa, and Bonnie […] The post Family Business Radio, Episode 4: Valencia and Ozzie Giles, Lawrenceville-Suwanee School of Music, Melissa Gunderson, Morsels by Melissa, and Bonnie Mauldin, The Mauldin Group appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

A planner or a planner app (or both) ($10-$50) – The first step toward perfecting your meal plan is perfecting your life plan. Planning your days helps you know what days to plan more elaborate meals and what days to keep it simple. Here are my favorite planners!Basic Paper PlannerGoogle CalendarTodoistEvernoteFREE CUSTOM PLANNER TEMPLATEA Chest Freezer ($300)– Meal Prepping is addicting and you’ll want plenty of space to keep things organized! Get one on facebook marketplace or craigslist to save money!Chest FreezerA Slow Cooker or Pressure Cooker (or both!) ($25-$100)– Slow cookers and pressure cookers make meal-prepping meat an absolute breeze! Use either to make a big batch of meat to keep in your freezer and add to dishes all week long. If you’re looking for something easy to meal prep, try my meal prep shredded chicken recipe here.Slow CookerStovetop Pressure CookerInstant PotContainers ($25-50)-I promise you’re going to need to up your tupperware collection when you start meal-prepping. You’ve got to have somewhere to put all of that meal prepped goodness. There are lots of containers designed just for meal prep, and while they are neat…you really don’t need anything fancy! Just a package of regular old tupperware and a few different sizes of ziploc bags will get you started just fine. I will link to my favorite containers below if you’re interestedRestaurant Storage ContainersReusable Ziploc bagsChef’s Knife ($40-$150)-If you hate cooking, you’re probably using a terrible knife. A good knife makes cooking SOOOO much easier. If you do have a good knife, make sure you’re getting it sharpened frequently as this can also influence how much you enjoy being in the kitchen. If you’ve already got a good sharp chef’s knife, you may also consider getting a paring knife (my 2nd most used knife)Good Starter Chef’s KnifeParing KnifeGeorge Foreman Grill( $25-$50)-Affectionately called George at our house, this is the easiest way to meal prep grilled chicken for salads, pastas, wraps, you name it! Get the biggest one you can to meal prep more at once!George Foreman GrillOrganizing Bins ($1-$20)-Organization in the kitchen is key, and organizing bins are perfect for keeping everything in it’s place. The container store or Target have some super cute options…but I usually opt for my local dollar store for the least expensive option!Organization BinsFood Processor ($25)-A Chef’s knife is great, but it’s no match for pureed foods like pestos and salsas. A food processor makes these dishes come together in a matter of seconds.My favorite Food ProcessorKitchen Shears ($10)-Some jobs are just better with scissors, get a pair of kitchen shears and you’ll be shocked at how much you use them!Kitchen ShearsThermometer ($10-$40)-Food safety is important, and a thermometer insures you are cooking your meat to a safe temperature. I also love using one to avoid overcooking my meat until i

Replay of segment 2 of The Wisconsin Vegetable Gardener Radio Show from 10-26-19 final show of season 3 Heard on 860AM WNOV & W293cx 106.5FM Milwaukee, WI Saturday mornings 9-10AM CST Heard on WAAM 1600 AM Ann Arbor, MI Sundays 7-8AM est Heard on WWDB 860 AM Philadelphia, PA Sundays 7-8AM est Heard on KMET 1490 AM Tuesdays 9 - 10 AM pst Banning, CA listen here during show hours for your station: WNOV https://tinyurl.com/y8lwd922 WWDB: https://wwdbam.com/ WAAM https://tinyurl.com/p68cvft KMET https://www.kmet1490am.com/ Check out https://thewisconsinvegetablegardener.com/ Email your questions to TWVGshow@gmail.com In segment 2 Joey and Holly talk about Freezer meals Use proper freezer bags Plan ahead for space in your freezer Double or triple recipes Could be a portion of the meal or entire meal Label and date First in, first out Meatballs, stews/soups, casseroles, taco meat, sandwiches, wraps, stroganoff, pasta dishes, lasagna, comfort foods Check out the following sponsors that make the radio show possible: Thank you Power Planter of www.powerplanter.com IV Organics of www.ivorganics.com Dr. Earth of www.drearth.com organic Root maker of www.rootmaker.com Flame Engineering Inc. of www.flameengineering.com Use coupon code WVG19 to get free shipping. Pomona Universal Pectin of www.pomonapectin.com Bobbex of www.Bobbex.com: Beans & Barley of www.beansandbarley.com MIgardener of www.MIgardener.com Outpost Natural Foods Co-op of www.outpost.coop Root Assassin of www.rootassassinshovel.com . Handy Safety Knife of www.handysafetyknife.com Use promo code WVG to get 10% off &free shipping one time use only BioSafe of www.biosafe.net Save 10% on your next order use coupon code TWVG at checkout Chapin Manufacturing Inc. of www.chapinmfg.com Pro Plugger of www.proplugger.com Dharmaceuticals of www.dharmaceuticals.com Soil Savvy of www.mysoilsavvy.com Use coupon code TWVG19 to save 10% at checkout Tomato Snaps of www.tomatosnaps.com Drip Garden of www.dripgarden.com Drip Garden Wisconsin Greenhouse company https://wisconsingreenhousecompany.com/ Standard Process Inc. of www.standardprocess.com Big Fat’s Hot Sauce of www.bigfatshotsauce.com Soil Diva of www.soildiva.net World’s coolest floating rain gauge of www.WorldsCoolestRainGauge.com Clyde’s vegetable planting chart of www.clydesvegetableplantingchart.com NuNu Natural Healing of www.nunuhealing.com RowMaker of www.rowmaker.com Eco Garden Systems of www.ecogardensystems.com Use coupon code (wiveg2019) and get $295 off the list price of $1,695 PLUS free shipping (a $250 value). Shield n seal of www.shieldnseal.com Bluemel's garden & landscape center of www.bluemels.com Phyllom BioProducts of PhyllomBioProducts.com Norwalk juicers of www.norwalkjuicers.com Use coupon code Garden talk Free Continental US shipping on the Model 290 Juicer Tree Ripe of https://www.tree-ripe.com/ Hydrobox of https://gohydrobox.com/ Workman's friend brand https://workmansfriendbrand.com/

Replay of The Wisconsin Vegetable Gardener Radio Show from 10-26-19 final show of season 3 Heard on 860AM WNOV & W293cx 106.5FM Milwaukee, WI Saturday mornings 9-10AM CST Heard on WAAM 1600 AM Ann Arbor, MI Sundays 7-8AM est Heard on WWDB 860 AM Philadelphia, PA Sundays 7-8AM est Heard on KMET 1490 AM Tuesdays 9 - 10 AM pst Banning, CA listen here during show hours for your station: WNOV https://tinyurl.com/y8lwd922 WWDB: https://wwdbam.com/ WAAM https://tinyurl.com/p68cvft KMET https://www.kmet1490am.com/ Check out https://thewisconsinvegetablegardener.com/ Email your questions to TWVGshow@gmail.com In segment 1 Joey and Holly talk about OCT to due listing in the garden Drain irrigation lines Drain rain barriers/ birdbaths If you want to keep the bird bath up get a hearter Saves the leave for the garden Protect young plants with hard wear cloth or Iv organics 3 in 1 plant garud to keep from being at on Final harvest Don’t clean everything up leave for nature even mulching of leave on the lawn help the bugs Plant garlic and bulbs In segment 2 Joey and Holly talk about Freezer meals Use proper freezer bags Plan ahead for space in your freezer Double or triple recipes Could be a portion of the meal or entire meal Label and date First in, first out Meatballs, stews/soups, casseroles, taco meat, sandwiches, wraps, stroganoff, pasta dishes, lasagna, comfort foods In segment 3 Joey and Holly talk with their guest Keri Wilt Keri Wilt is a motivational Speaker, Biographical Lecturer, Writer, Vlogger, and Gardener of Life! She is also the great-granddaughter of Frances Hodgson Burnett – a well known author. (Holly is a huge fan) 1.Lets get this out of the way – can you tell us about your great grandmother and the titles of the well-known books she’s written? 2. You have a different way of gardening, not in rows, but kind of following your own path of laying out your garden – what is that, tell us more about it, and why do you not plant in rows? 3. What brought you into motivational speaking? 4. You say the best advice comes from a blooming flower – what is that advice and how did you come up with it? 5. Your Instagram is full of life lessons – what is a favorite life lesson you have experienced recently? 6 How can we find out more about you and your blog? In segment 4 Joey and Holly takes time to thank people that has made season 3 possible. Check out the following sponsors that make the radio show possible: Thank you Power Planter of www.powerplanter.com IV Organics of www.ivorganics.com Dr. Earth of www.drearth.com organic Root maker of www.rootmaker.com Flame Engineering Inc. of www.flameengineering.com Use coupon code WVG19 to get free shipping. Pomona Universal Pectin of www.pomonapectin.com Bobbex of www.Bobbex.com: Beans & Barley of www.beansandbarley.com MIgardener of www.MIgardener.com Outpost Natural Foods Co-op of www.outpost.coop Root Assassin of www.rootassassinshovel.com . Handy Safety Knife of www.handysafetyknife.com Use promo code WVG to get 10% off &free shipping one time use only BioSafe of www.biosafe.net Save 10% on your next order use coupon code TWVG at checkout Chapin Manufacturing Inc. of www.chapinmfg.com Pro Plugger of www.proplugger.com Dharmaceuticals of www.dharmaceuticals.com Soil Savvy of www.mysoilsavvy.com Use coupon code TWVG19 to save 10% at checkout Tomato Snaps of www.tomatosnaps.com Drip Garden of www.dripgarden.com Drip Garden Wisconsin Greenhouse company https://wisconsingreenhousecompany.com/ Standard Process Inc. of www.standardprocess.com Big Fat’s Hot Sauce of www.bigfatshotsauce.com Soil Diva of www.soildiva.net World’s coolest floating rain gauge of www.WorldsCoolestRainGauge.com Clyde’s vegetable planting chart of www.clydesvegetableplantingchart.com NuNu Natural Healing of www.nunuhealing.com RowMaker of www.rowmaker.com Eco Garden Systems of www.ecogardensystems.com Use coupon code (wiveg2019) and get $295 off the list price of $1,695 PLUS free shipping (a $250 value). Shield n seal of www.shieldnseal.com Bluemel's garden & landscape center of www.bluemels.com Phyllom BioProducts of PhyllomBioProducts.com Norwalk juicers of www.norwalkjuicers.com Use coupon code Garden talk Free Continental US shipping on the Model 290 Juicer Tree Ripe of https://www.tree-ripe.com/ Hydrobox of https://gohydrobox.com/ Workman's friend brand https://workmansfriendbrand.com/

A meal in the freezer, ready to go after a long day, is a beautiful thing. We tried out three freezer meals that can save your sanity. Pull out a freezer bag full of beef stir fry, or a couple mini-meatloafs, or a savory sweet potato stew dinner is on its way. We found recipes that are not just quick, but also delicious. Freezer meals for the win!

Did you clean out your freezer? If you did, I bet you are like me and smile every time you open it. If not, no worries. I understand how crazy life is this time of year. Today we are talking about how to stock your freezer for weeknight dinner success. It is important to note that this is going to look different in all our homes. I have a large deep freeze and a. freezer attached to my refrigerator. You may only have a little freezer with your refrigerator so the amount and types of things we keep in our freezers will be very different. We will go through the categories of things I keep in my freezer and I’ll help you adapt them to your situation. Note- I am not a big “freezer meal” person. If you are looking for pinterest pretty meals 100% prepped and ready to go into the oven or crockpot, then this episode isn’t for you. I like to prep parts of the meal, but my family isn’t fond of casseroles and most crock pot meals. But I will help you get proteins pre-cooked and have lots meal components prepped so you can get a quick dinner on the table in less than 20 minutes. Frozen Meats (Raw) My large freezer is full of frozen meat. I get my beef in bulk from a local farmer and I buy chicken in bulk when it is on sale. I had a listener ask if I kept an inventory of my freezer and, alas, I do not. She bought her meat from an online meat store and I suggested that she just attach the packing slip to the outside of her freezer and mark off the cuts of meat as she uses them so she can easily see what she has left. When I buy boneless, skinless, chicken breasts I get them in bulk. I open up the packages and cut the meat into chunks or single serving portions and wrap it in zip bags or plastic wrap. I freeze it flat on a cookie sheet and then transfer it to gallon zip bags. If you are single or there is just 2 of you in your home, you can do this with a single “family size” package of chicken. Use what you need the first day and freeze what is left in single serving portions for quick meals later. I live in Kansas and any fish that we get this far inland has been frozen at some point. I find it less expensive and more convenient to buy fish already frozen. Same goes for shrimp. If you family likes shrimp, I highly recommend keeping a bag of frozen shrimp on hand. It thaws quickly in a bowl of water and cooks in minutes making it perfect for quick suppers. I also keep homemade turkey sausage, bacon, and turkey bacon on hand for easy breakfasts.   Cooke Meats I always have cooked taco meat and chicken taco meat in my freezer. In the fall I will have BBQ beef and roast chicken meat too. When I have roast chicken, I will also have chicken broth ready for quick and easy soups.   Veggies I like to keep bags of frozen veggies for quick side dishes. This podcast talks about my favorite way to cook frozen veggies. I also keep the leaves and inside pieces of celery on hand to add to my chicken broth. Some people like to keep a “broth bag” of little bits and ends of all their veggies to add to the stock pot when they make broth. Fruit- I like to keep frozen berries and 2 kinds of frozen bananas on hand. If your family is fond of smoothies then this is a must in your home. The two kinds of bananas are ripe bananas that I slice and freeze on a parchment-lined cookie sheet for smoothies and my favorite banana ice cream. The second kind is overripe bananas. These bananas are completely black. I peel them and freeze them in zip bags for banana bread and breakfast cookies. Other things I Freeze Baking supplies like gluten, yeast, and specialty flours Nuts Bread Special “project foods” like pot stickers and stuffed grape leaves that I make no more than once or twice a year. Spaghetti Sauce Soups Cookie Dough – Look at this post to see how I freeze cookie dough.

Acacia Sieling is our guest today. She is the co-owner of Mindful Menu, a healthy meal planning website and App. This app will save you stress, time, and money when figuring out what to eat each week. She provides tips for making meal prep and freezer meal cooking simpler. If you struggle with figuring out what to cook for your family each week, and end up feeling overwhelmed with all the complex recipe options available, this episode will be a wonderful resource for you. Featuring the song “Be You” by Ashley DuBose.Visit our website, www.momsdishmn.comFacebook and Instagram @momsdishmnSupport the show (http://www.momsdishmn.com)

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If you’ve ever found yourself at 4 pm staring at your ‘fridge wondering “What’s for dinner tonight,” today’s episode is the podcast you never knew you needed. Featuring one woman’s well planned and expertly executed batch cooking system, we’re covering a new way to maximize output in the kitchen (and into your freezer) and minimize the stress of weekly dinner prep. In this episode, I interview Mickela Mitchell — a fellow registered dietitian and mom to two year-round athletes. Inspired by a post on Mickela’s personal Facebook account, I knew immediately I wanted to learn more about how she cooks enough food at one time to get her family through three month’s worth of freezer meals. In this episode we discuss how freezer meals help her:  Save time Save money Reduce decision fatigue Mickela also shares how she chooses which recipes to freeze, her tips for storing recipes properly in the freezer and why she thinks actually adding your meal plan to your calendar is a crucial step in the process. To close out the show, I share how I’ve started implementing batch cooking and freezer meals in my own home, including the following two recipes that I easily assemble after I’ve done a portion of batch cooking: Quick and Easy Gluten Free Lasagna Chicken Florentine Lasagna How to Improve Store-bought Alfredo Sauce I’m also sharing a quick clip from fan of the show, Megan, who has her own helpful take on freezer meal prep. If these recommendations resonate with you OR if you have your own meal prep strategy you think other listeners of the show would benefit from, I’d love to hear from you! You can always Find Me On Instagram, Tweet Me @ReganJonesRD, leave me a voicemail, join the This Unmillennial Life Facebook Group OR submit a show idea here!  Thank you for listening and sharing with a friend! And of course, thanks for subscribing. If you enjoy the show, please leave a review! And if you’ve been listening to the show for a while or are a new listener and have thoughts about what you like/don’t like, I’d love for you to share them with me through this very brief LISTENER SURVEY. Thanks for your feedback!  Until next time, ~Regan Never miss another episode! This Unmillennial Life is available each week via iTunes, NPROne, Libsyn and Spotify. Musical support provided by Ben Williams at Kudzu Studio. Website support provided by Katy Widrick at MakeMediaOver.com. Additional support provided by Robin Plotkin of RobinsBite.com.

This week, we’re doing math on the podcast. Well, Freezer Math. Freezer Math will help you know how much to cook when you want to stock your freezer. Then, I share the Seven Rules of Freezer Cooking. This is serious business, y’all. So grab your calculator apps and let’s stock our freezers. Links to Help You Out Every month, I share books I loved, podcast episodes you should listen to, and stuff from me that I don’t share anywhere else in a newsletter. If you’re not on the list, sign up here. The next one goes out on Wednesday. If you need help meal planning before you start stocking your freezer, there’s an episode for that. Maybe you want to start stocking your freezer by stocking up on meat. Here are my words about buying meat. Become a supporter of The Lazy Genius Collective on Patreon. Every month, my sister and I release a special show for Patreon supporters called The Lazy Sisters if that’s your jam. Follow me on Pinterest to find freezer meal recommendations that won’t overwhelm you. Download a transcript of this episode. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Anthony Rostain and Dr. B. Janet Hibbs talk about what actions can be taken to help our kids and understand and overcome stress. Beth Moncel from the popular food blog Budget Bytes shares her wisdom about freezer meals and meal prep. Jeanette Bennett walks us through the best way to ease yourself into healthy habits. She also shares her best business tips. Dr. Cannon Thomas tells us how we can find a better way to interact with those we disagree with.

In this episode we chat with Tricia Callahan of Once a Month Meals about all things Freezer Meals, and we ain't talkin' TV Dinners! You can learn more–and see our menu–at https://www.walletwin.com/freezermeals We have a new online training where we share the secrets to how we got out of $25,000 of debt in only 7½ months–without a huge income or hating our lives–and it's totally free! Check it out at https://www.walletwin.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walletwin/message

Ever feel like you can’t keep up with cooking healthy meals for your family because you’re just too busy? Enter Bek Freeman, a good friend of Jo’s who is an inspiration to all of us wanting to eat well, despite crazy busy lives! Bek is a teacher, has three young children, her husband works away Listen In The post AQJ 116: Bulk Cooking, Meal Planning and Freezer Meals appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Figuring out what to make for dinner each week can be so stressful, especially with work, and kids, and life. That time of day can be MISERABLE, and takes everything out of you just to get food on the table. A few years ago, my friends and I actually started a monthly Freezer Meal Party, where we gather and we cook freezer meals, and then we swap them. So, we have easy meals ready to go throughout the week or month. This has been such a lifesaver for me and my friends, and honestly it’s become such a joy to just gather with them each month. Getting to talk about freezer meals, and community, and the importance of the dinner table on the podcast, well this was an episode I couldn’t wait to do!   ON THIS WEEK'S BUSINESS WITH PURPOSE PODCAST EPISODE My guest on the Business with Purpose podcast this week is Polly Conner, the co-author of The Thriving Home blog, and From Freezer to Table, the freezer meal cookbook. I have been following Polly for quite some time, and I was so excited to do this interview. We have the BEST time chatting, and clearly could be best friends in real life, and I really just loved hearing her heart behind the blog, and the cookbook, and we even talking about internet trolls. Also, be sure to head on over to my Instagram, as we’ll be giving away a copy of From Freezer to Table. We laughed, we cried, we talked about all the things, so we hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did! BALANCE Balancing motherhood, working, and taking care of the family can be exhausting at times. In this episode, Polly and I discuss what real balance looks like and how to most women, this can be an unspoken battle. Balancing the kids and cooking dinner can make 4pm-7pm the real STRUGGLE. Polly’s Freezer Meals approach allows mothers to, “free your time, be more present, and be more hands on. Be available for your people.”   FRIENDSHIPS AND THE NEED FOR COMMUNITY The need for real, honest friendships is so necessary throughout many stages of life. Being new to motherhood, and coming out of working a full-time job can leave women feeling lonely. When life gets demanding, it’s important to be intentional in creating space for community. Gathering around the table is not just important in our own families, but with friends and other loved ones who can be each other’s support system in times of need.   VULNERABILITY   Being a blogger, author, or even just person on the internet often exposes us to much criticism (we’ve all dealt with the trolls,) but also allows us to really make an impact with our words. Polly and I discuss what writing, blogging, and the community we’ve built online means to us, and how privileged we feel to have a platform to be vulnerable and real with our audience. About Polly Conner, Co-Author of From Freezer to Table: Polly is a wife and mother of three little ones. She refers to herself as a “high-tech grandma,”  because she enjoys the typical hobbies of a grandma - crafting, sewing, knitting, baking, and slipper-wearing - but have the skills of techie. As a woman constantly in a state of nesting, Polly has grown to love being at home and finding ways to be resourceful. A few years ago, Polly and her friend Rachel, came together to start a blog with the mission of helping families to thrive. Together, they recently authored From Freeze to Table as a resource for busy mothers to be efficient in their homes, community, and lives, while still valuing the importance of time at the dinner table. CONNECT WITH POLLY: Thriving Home Website Use code MollyPolly1982 for 50% off Table Talk Cards from their store From Freeze to Table Freezer Meal Cookbook https://www.facebook.com/thrivinghomeblog/ https://www.instagram.com/thrivinghome/ https://www.pinterest.com/polly827401/ Special thanks to CAUSEBOX for sponsoring this week’s Business with Purpose podcast. Use coupon code MOLLY for $15 off! Join my Purchase with Purpose Facebook group and let’s continue the conversation! https://www.facebook.com/groups/purchasewithpurpose/ Subscribe to the Business with Purpose podcast (and I’d love it if you left a review** on iTunes!) Subscribe on iTunes** Subscribe on Google Play Subscribe on Radio Public Subscribe via Podcast RSS Feed **Want to know how to leave a review of the Business with Purpose Podcast on iTunes from your iPhone or iPad? Launch Apple’s Podcast app. Tap the Search tab. Enter “Business with Purpose“ Tap the blue Search key at the bottom right. Tap the Blue album art for the podcast. Tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom. Enter your iTunes password to login. Tap the Stars to leave a rating. Enter title text and content to leave a review. Tap Send.  

    If you've ever found yourself at 4 pm staring in your 'fridge wondering What's for dinner tonight, today's episode is the podcast you never knew you needed. Featuring one woman's well planned and expertly executed batch cooking system, we're covering a new way to maximize output in the kitchen (and into your freezer) and minimize the stress of weekly dinner prep. In this episode I interview Mickela Mitchell -- a fellow registered dietitian and mom to two year-round athletes. Inspired by a post on Mickela's personal Facebook account, I knew immediately I wanted to learn more about how she cooks enough food at one time to get her family through three month's worth of freezer meals. In this episode we discuss how freezer meals help her:  Save time Save money Reduce decision fatigue Mickela also shares how she chooses which recipes to freeze, her tips for storing recipes properly in the freezer and why she thinks actually adding your meal plan to your calendar is a crucial step in the process. To close out the show, I share how I've started implementing batch cooking and freezer meals in my own home, including the following two recipes that I easily assemble after I've done a portion of batch cooking: Quick and Easy Gluten Free Lasagna Chicken Florentine Lasagna How to Improve Store-bought Alfredo Sauce   I'm also sharing a quick clip from fan of the show, Megan, who has her own helpful take on freezer meal prep. If these recommendations resonate with you OR if you have your own meal prep strategy you think other listeners of the show would benefit from, I'd love to hear from you! You can always Find Me On Instagram, Tweet Me @ReganJonesRD, leave me a voicemail, join the This Unmillennial Life Facebook Group OR submit a show idea here!  Thank you for listening and sharing with a friend! And of course, thanks for subscribing. If you enjoy the show, please leave a review! And if you've been listening to the show for a while or are a new listener and have thoughts about what you like/don't like, I'd love for you to share them with me through this very brief LISTENER SURVEY. Thanks for your feedback!  Until next time, ~Regan Never miss another episode! This Unmillennial Life is available each week via iTunes, NPROne, Libsyn and Spotify. This week's episode is sponsored by @V8 — visit v8drinksome.com/ for more information and a coupon for $1.50 off any V8 100% vegetable juice. Musical support provided by Ben Williams at Kudzu Studio. Website support provided by Katy Widrick at MakeMediaOver.com. Additional support provided by Robin Plotkin of RobinsBite.com.

 Freezer Meals Click here to download the Freezer Meals Planning Worksheet Freezer meals have been saving us for years Until recently, Jamin's music studio and business were located in our living room. This meant we had clients coming in and out of our front door all day every day, and the kitchen was more or less off limits during business hours...which included dinner hour. It was during this season that I discovered freezer cooking, mostly because I was tired of eating frozen pizzas for dinner every night at 10:00 pm. We are so grateful these days to have a different studio setup. But I still love freezer meals! I'm totally sold on how batch cooking makes meal prep faster and cheaper; I'd much rather make a whole lot of something one time than make that same thing over and over again every time we eat it. And the best part is, having a stash of freezer meals means that I have a planned menu for each day, which eliminates the daily "what's for dinner?" decision. Resources are everywhere; find what works for you. For the first few years that I did freezer cooking, I had a Once a Month Meals membership. This was hugely helpful for introducing me to the concept of freezer cooking, and for finding recipes that worked well with bulk cooking and freezing! Their website did all the planning work for me, and provided helpful printables like shopping lists and labels for meals. The downside I found, though, was that almost all of the recipes were new for our family. This meant I was bulk cooking things my kids had never tasted before, and if your kids are anything like mine, you can probably imagine how that went down. We'd eat the first meal of the batch, several small noses would turn up, and I'd groan internally thinking about how many more of that same meal were in the freezer waiting to also be refused. Another drawback I found to the pre-made menu approach was that a lot of the menus involved fairly complex recipes. The menus came with step-by-step meal-prep day instructions, and I'd get to the end of my meal-prep day and still be on step 2 of 12. I think in the ideal scenario, their website suggested having a full day set aside for freezer cooking, minus kids and other interruptions. However, my scenario typically looked more like a few highly interrupted afternoon hours, which was just not enough. Over the years I found myself altering pre-made menus substantially, deleting meals I knew we'd hate, and substituting complicated recipes with more simple versions, which led me to just creating my own menus. I no longer do my cooking once a month either...a month is just too short! For awhile I did batch cooking once every twelve weeks, creating three menus and making each meal times four. That was a lot of meals and generally took me a few evenings to complete, but I loved how long it lasted. My current system has become much more streamlined. Since we started homeschooling, we follow a "six week on, one week off" school schedule, and I do my freezer meals on one of our break week days. I make one single menu that we will eat for the following six weeks; something like this: Mac'n'cheese Monday Taco Tuesday Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders Wednesday Leftovers Thursday Pad Thai Friday Turkey and Potatoes Saturday Soup Sunday The kids like to get involved with the menu planning, which sometimes leads to strictly alliterative or rhyming meals, but also helps insure that I'm planning meals they like. Since we'll be eating each meal on the menu six times, I want to be confident that I'm not going to have to battle small kiddos to eat said meal every single week. How to plan a simple freezer meal menu With freezer cooking, menu is really key.  Here are some significant things to watch for when you're planning which meals to include: I've found the batch cooking process to be much simpler and more inexpensive when I look for meals that have similar ingredients and/or processes. For example, if I'm planning to make tacos with ground beef, I'll try to include another recipe that also includes ground beef so I can buy bulk and complete the similar steps of those recipes at the same time. Since I know I'll be making each recipe times six, I typically will not do recipes that have long lists of ingredients or complicated steps. There are many easy prep recipes like marinades or slow cooker meals that only require adding all the ingredients to a ziploc bag before freezing. When I'm deciding on meals, I may choose one or two soups that involve cooking before freezing, but stick with minimal prep meals for the others. Having too many menu items that I'm going to have to fully cook or spend significant prep time on means that my bulk cooking day is going to take way too long. I try to keep my menus limited to recipes that I've made before so that I know we will like all the meals, and that they're all meals that freeze well. I've found that things like rice and pasta aren't quite the same after having been frozen, and veggies can be tricky to freeze well, so I prefer to add those items the day we eat them. If you're new to freezer cooking, a pre-made menu may be really helpful! It takes time to build up a good selection of recipes that work and that your family will enjoy. Look for recipes that are similar to things you already make. Experiment by trying the recipe just once before making it in bulk so you know whether it will be a win. If you have family favorites that you've not frozen before but want to try, I suggest playing with the recipe and trying it frozen one time before attempting it in bulk, until you're familiar with what does and doesn't freeze well. Here are some things that I've had good success with (find some actual recipes here on my Pinterest board!): Soups - chili, lentil soup, chicken noodle, curry, thai soup, etc. These recipes are usually the most work to prep but the easiest to serve since they're already cooked and only need to be heated For soups with noodles or rice, prep and freeze all but the pasta or rice and add  these just before serving If a soup calls for a large amount of broth, save space in the freezer by adding half of the broth on prep day and the other half just before serving Slow cooker meals – roasts, pulled pork, etc. Frozen meat can go straight from the freezer to the slow cooker! That makes these some of the easiest meals to prep. Just throw all the ingredients into a ziploc, freeze, and then dump into your slow cooker. There are loads of great freezer-to-slow cooker meals on Pinterest. Having a good slow cooker makes a really big difference! For years, I had one that ran really hot and it was difficult to keep food from being overcooked and dry. If you don't already have a slow cooker, do some research before buying to be sure you get a good one. Casseroles or pasta sauce Like soup, prepare without the pasta or rice, and add after thawing Unless the casserole is layered, I prefer freezing casserole ingredients in ziploc bags and then thawing and pouring the contents into a casserole dish before baking. Ziploc bags stack and store much smaller than gladware or similar containers, which helps when freezer space is at a premium. Already seasoned meat for tacos, salad,  burgers, etc. Marinades – stir fry, teriyaki, grilled chicken, etc. These are some of the easiest meals to prep because the ingredients are all dumped into a ziploc without cooking. However, they can be on the more time-consuming end to serve since they involve cooking the meat and typically any veggies that go with the meal. Marinating and thawing are all one step; it's helpful to put these meals in the fridge the night before you plan to serve them so they thaw slowly and marinate for awhile. Other helpful thoughts Label your ziploc bags before adding ingredients to them. Especially if a recipe is new to you, it helps to write the name and serving directions on the outside of the bag. That way you're not on Pinterest every Tuesday searching for that recipe to remember the oven temperature. Filling six open ziploc bags with multiple ingredients without spilling can be tricky to maneuver. These freezer bag holders are really handy for holding your ziplocs upright and open while you fill them. [caption id="attachment_676" align="alignnone" width="225"] Once meals are frozen, storing upright rather than stacked makes finding meals simpler.[/caption] Lay your filled bags flat in the freezer, trying to make each bag as flat as possible. Once your meals are frozen, the flat ziploc bags can be stacked on their side, which makes organizing and finding the meals you want a lot simpler. What about sides? In our current season, I add all veggies and sides just before serving. I do our shopping at Costco, and they have a super selection of bagged salads that we eat routinely, and pre-washed and cut veggies that are easy to throw in a steamer or in the oven to roast. I plan sides to go with each meal so I know what I'm shopping for each time, e.g., salads for Burger Wednesday or steamed green beans for Pad Thai Friday. My highest consideration in planning is whether I will be able to get the entire meal on the table in under fifteen minutes, but also of significance is whether I can prep all the pieces in my one prep day. Finding the balance to these two factors has taken some practice, but the pay-off has been well worth the investment. JAMIN RESPONDS: Okay - so I knew freezer cooking was a thing and I knew you cooked in batches, but I had no idea how involved and deliberate it was. I just thought you did a whole lot of cooking at once to save time and hassle...which would have made it a great idea on its own, but the thought and planning that you put into this is really impressive! Just another reason I think you're so awesome. I assume there are a ton more of these that I don't even know about that I'll get to discover. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RChMm-QNJHg

You know how to use your Instant Pot to reheat leftovers, but what about frozen foods? How can you take advantage of freezer cooking in your Instant Pot? Watch, listen, or read to learn how to reheat frozen food in the Instant Pot! For video replay, links, and more, visit the show notes at http://tradcookschool.com/aw079

I'm going a bit against the grain today (no pun intended!) today as I talk about why we don't get too wrapped up in meal planning around here, and how I feed my family simply. I choose to focus time and energy on who is around the table rather than what is on the table. Our culture has made food a bit of an obsession these days, but really, do we live to eat or eat to live? Believe me, I love food as much as the next person, but sometimes I think we can place a bit too much emphasis on the next best recipe or meal plan. I am also talking about why I have been eating gluten-free for almost three years even though I am the least likely person to ever make that change! And I am not encouraging you to do it! Listen in as we talk about simple meal planning!

Episode 60 of the Barbells and Bone Broth Podcast with Kelsey Albers and Jennifer Vogelgesang Blake (JVB) Send questions and topic suggestions to barbellsandbonebrothpodcast@gmail.com On this episode, JVB and Kelsey spend some time catching up with announcements and discussing the Olympics. Kelsey shares about her concerns with an autoimmune flair postpartum and steps she's taking to mitigate. She also discusses strategies for creating pre-prepped freezer meals. http://newleafwellness.biz/ Be sure to check out our awesome friends! Your Fit Fix https://www.facebook.com/YourFitFix/?fref=ts http://yourfitfix.pagedemo.co/ Jen Sinkler GGS Spotlight: https://www.girlsgonestrong.com/blog/ggs-spotlight/advisory-board-spotlight-jen-sinkler/ The Barbells and Bone Broth Podcast is a division of Ignite. Nourish. Thrive. LLC. Music for this episode provided by bensound.com

On today’s show we talked about how women are the tone-setters of their homes. As women we have so much power in creating the atmosphere of our home. Our attitudes and beliefs affect the atmosphere of our homes. We have the ability to create a cheerful, peaceful home, or our homes can be marked by irritability and a heaviness of burden.    Life Hack: 6 Freezer Meals in 60 Minutes Freezer Meals are a great way to save time and stress when it comes to prepping dinner! From Your Freezer To Your Family: Slow Cooker Freezer Recipes For Every Season $29.08 By Mrs Stephanie Brandt Cornais One of the ways to created more peace in the home is to not be hungry with no plan. Here are 6 meals you can make in 60 minutes, freeze them, and pop them in a crockpot any time you want a delicious dinner later on. CLICK HERE TO GET THE SIX RECIPES (free!) And if you like those recipes, check out the recommended resource for more freezer meal ideas: Recommended Resource I recommend the cookbook, From Your Freezer to Your Family by Stephanie Brandt Cornais. It is a great freezer meal cookbook for beginners with very simple but delicious recipes. I used recipes in this book to prepare freezer meals for my family before the arrival of our second baby. This cookbook is an affiliate link.