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Stuffed Bell Peppers (Freezer Cooking Meal)

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With Spring here and Summer gardening already on the horizon I can’t help but look forward to the bounty of bell peppers we will grow and an abundance of these easy and tasty Stuffed Bell Peppers cropping up on our dinner plates. This came to be in what I like to refer to a “clean out the fridge night” where I had just a little pasta sauce, rice and ground meat to do something with and an excess of fresh bell peppers from our garden. What came about has since been fine tuned into what our family loves and asks for routinely. Make ahead and freeze for simple freezer to oven meals that are filling and help use up that excess of fresh produce.

If making large batches to freeze, allow to cool completely and warp each pepper in plastic wrap then aluminum foil to keep fresh for up to 4 months in freezer. Add an extra 25-30 minutes to cook time if pulling from freezer to oven for perfectly cooked stuffed peppers any week night.

Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients:

6 Large Green Bell Peppers
1 Pound Ground Turkey or Ground Beef
2 Cups Cooked White or Brown Rice
1 Can Diced Stewed Tomatoes
1 Cup Tomato Sauce
2 Tablespoons Italian Seasoning Blend
1 Cup Shredded Cheddar

Directions:

Slice tops off bell peppers and clean inside removing membranes and seeds but leaving pepper intact. Set aside.
In large stockpot, cook ground beef until no longer pink and heated through.
Add in rice, stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and Italian Seasoning blend.
Mix together and heat on high for 4-5 minutes.
Spray large casserole dish with non stick spray and preheat oven to 350 degrees
Place bell peppers in casserole dish and scoop rice/meat mixture into each pepper until full.
Sprinkle tops with cheese
May use toothpicks inserted in sides as “legs” to help stabilize bell peppers as needed.
Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes

These bell peppers will soften as they bake and the wonderful filling will seep flavors into the peppers giving them a nice sweet taste that even the kids will enjoy. Stuffed Bell Peppers are a classic paupers meal that is hearty and inexpensive to make but beautiful enough to present to guests.

Easy Sausage Breakfast Burritos (Freezer Cooking Recipe)

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If you have to hit the road in a hurry every morning to make it to work on time or even just to get the kids out the door you know how tough it can be to provide your family with a warm filling breakfast. These Easy Sausage Burritos are not only perfect for making ahead and freezing for quick freezer breakfasts, but they are healthier than the versions you grab at the drive thru on your way to work. I like to make a large batch like this for those mornings we are all in a hurry to get out the door but still want that home cooked meal.

Easy Sausage Breakfast Burritos

Ingredients:

12 Medium Flour Tortillas
1 Dozen Eggs or 20oz. Egg Whites
1 Pound Turkey Sausage
1 ½ Cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 Small Bell Pepper Chopped
1 Small Yellow Onion Chopped
1 Tablespoon Cumin
1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
½ Teaspoon Black Pepper
½ Teaspoon Salt
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil

Directions:

In large skillet heat olive oil, onions and bell peppers cooking until they begin to get tender (4-5 minutes).
Mix in sausage cooking for an additional 6-7 minutes or until cooked through and no longer pink.
If using whole eggs, in a large bowl beat lightly with a fork until all yolks are broken mixing in cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper and salt.
Pour eggs over sausage and veggie mixture and cook for 5-7 minutes or until eggs are cooked through.
Mix in ½ of cheese and stir together until cheese is mixed well and melting.
Remove from heat.
Place tortillas on cutting board or clean surface and spoon 2 tablespoons mixture on each tortilla.
Top with a sprinkle of remaining cheese
Roll tortilla in burrito fashion
Wrap each burrito in plastic wrap then aluminum foil and place in large plastic freezer bags or airtight container.

These great Easy Sausage Burritos can be lightened in calories by using egg whites versus regular eggs and 2% cheese over traditional cheeses. Not only are they healthier than fast food choices, but they are chock full of flavor and much less expensive. If wrapped and stored properly these are great for up to 3 months in the freezer. Make large batches for easy on the go breakfasts for your entire family. To heat, remove aluminum foil leaving wrapped in plastic wrap. Place on microwave safe plate and heat for 1 minute on medium. Remove plastic wrap and heat 1 minute on high. Serve with salsa.

Tater Tot Casserole (Freezer Cooking Meal)

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When I think of freezer meals I automatically go back to all the great casseroles my mom made when I was a kid and Tater Tot Casserole was one of the most commonly made meals in our home. This version of the classic dish is a simple and satisfying meal the entire family will love. Make ahead and freeze for easy freezer to oven meals or serve same day for a hearty meal your kids will be begging you to make more often. I love this dish because it takes advantage of a lot of items I already pick up for cheap or free using coupons.

This yummy Tater Tot Casserole is one of our favorite freezer meals because it is so easy to mix up a double or triple batch of the meat mixture and layer with tater tots in disposable aluminum pans for freezing and simple reheating. If you freeze this meal for future use, make sure to label appropriately. If stored in an aluminum pan cover with plastic wrap and aluminum foil to seal properly and label well. This meal lasts for up to 4 months in the freezer. To heat, simply remove plastic wrap/foil/lid and place in oven at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

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Tater Tot Casserole

Ingredients:

1 Large Bag Tater Tots
1 Pound Ground Meat (we use turkey but you can use beef if you prefer)
2 Cups Shredded Cheddar
1 Can Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 Onion Chopped
1 Bell Pepper Chopped
1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
1 Teasppon Paprika
1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
1 Teaspoon Salt (divided)
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil

Directions:

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook onion and bell pepper for 5-6 minutes or until tender.
Add ground meat and cook until browned and no longer pink.
Mix in cream soup, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper and half of salt cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat.
Pour meat mixture into bottom of 9×13 casserole dish.
Sprinkle half of cheese on top of meat mixture.
Place tater tots in even layer over meat mixture. (Great for kids to help with)
Sprinkle the top with remaining salt and cover with remaining shredded cheese.
Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until bubbling and cheese is melted.

Spinach Ricotta Lasagna (Freezer Cooking Meal)

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Spinach Ricotta Lasagna

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Nothing satisfies quite like a creamy cheesy pasta dish for dinner and this Spinach Ricotta Lasagna is a perfect solution. Not only is this a quick and easy dish to whip up that is meat free but it is so satisfying that nobody will notice the lack of meat in the mix. Great for making in large batches and freezing for easy freezer to oven meals, this will become a family favorite for sure.

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Spinach Ricotta Lasagna

Ingredients:

1 Box Oven Ready Lasagna Noodles
1 12 oz. Package Frozen Chopped Spinach (thawed and drained)
1 16oz Container Ricotta Cheese
3 Cups Shredded Low Fat Skim Mozzarella Cheese (divided)
1 Cup Heavy Cream
½ Cup Grated Parmesan
1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
2 Teaspoons Onion Powder
1 Teaspoon Basil
1 Teaspoon Oregano

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Spray 9×13 casserole with nonstick spray and set aside
In large stockpot, heat together spinach, ricotta, 1 ½ Cup Mozzarella, heavy cream, parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, basil and oregano stirring until well combined and cheese melted.
Cook on low heat for 10-12 minutes.
Place one layer of lasagna noodles on bottom of casserole
Pour 1/3 Cheese/Spinach mixture over noodles and top with 1/3 remaining cheese.
Repeat ending with layer of mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake at 250 degrees for 35-40 minutes
If making ahead for freezer to oven meals, prep and put into disposable aluminum pan wrapping and labeling well.
To heat from freezer remove outer warps and place pan in oven at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

This delicious Classic Spinach Ricotta Lasagna is sure to hit the spot when you or your family are craving a cheesy pasta dish and since it is so simple to assemble and create you can easily make large batches to freeze ahead of time for last minute weeknight meals that are simple to pull straight from the freezer right to the oven.

Green Chili Lime Chicken Enchiladas (Freezer Cooking Meal)

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Green Chili Lime Chicken Enchiladas

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We love Mexican inspired dishes and these Green Chili Lime Chicken Enchiladas are one of our favorite meals with it’s mild yet flavorful blend of spices and creamy sauce. This one is a favorite for the kids and adults alike since it is cheesy, creamy and simple to assemble. I prefer to make the chicken mixture ahead in bulk and assemble my enchiladas right before meal time if I am making this into a freezer meal, but others may prefer the easy freezer to oven method of making the enchiladas ahead where you can simply pop directly from your freezer right into your oven.

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Green Lime Chili Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients:

1 Pound Shredded Chicken Breasts
12 Medium Flour Tortillas
16 oz. Sour Cream
3 Teaspoons Minced Garlic
6 Green Onions Chopped
½ Cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro
1 Can Diced Green Chilis
Juice & Zest of 1 Lime
1 Tablespoon Cumin
2 Cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese (you can also add mozzarella)
Salt & Pepper to taste

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Spray casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
Mix together chicken, green chilis, 1 cup cheese, sour cream, garlic, onions, cilantro, lime and cumin.
Taste mixture and add salt & pepper as desired (I typically add 1/4-1/2 teaspoon of each but some prefer a bit less or more)
Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of chicken mixture into center of each tortilla.
Top with sprinkle of shredded cheese (make sure to reserve ½ cup for top of enchiladas)
Roll tortilla and place seam side down in casserole dish
Sprinkle tops with remaining shredded cheese
Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes

These Green Chili Lime Chicken Enchiladas are one of our favorite easy meals to throw together. If you prefer a no fuss easy weeknight meal, mix together this chicken filling and assemble enchiladas in a disposable aluminum pan and freeze for up to 4 months. Label appropriately and pop straight from freezer to oven to cook at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to an hour or until cooked through and cheese melted. So simple, so tasty and sophisticated enough to serve to guests at your next dinner party.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Roll Up (Freezer Cooking Meal)

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One of my all time favorite meals to make when company is coming over are these Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Roll Ups. Not only do they offer the great classic flavor combination you expect, they are simple to make and present beautifully. This is a great meal to make ahead and freeze for easy to reheat entrees alongside some rice and steamed vegetables that will be perfect to impress the last minute guests. I especially love making these when I happen to get a great deal on chicken on sale and want to prep it before freezing. Make ahead and cook to only have to pop in the oven to reheat or roll them up before freezing raw to cook at the last minute for a tasty meal.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Roll Up

Ingredients:

3 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (cut in half and pounded to 1/4” thick)
6 Slices Ham
6 Swiss Cheese Slices
1/2 Teaspoon Salt
1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper
½ Teaspoon Paprika
½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
¼ Cup All Purpose Flour
¼ Cup Italian Seasoned Bread Crumbs
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

Sauce:

1 Stick Unsalted Butter
1 Tablespoon Cornstarch
2 Chicken Bouillon Cubes
¼ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
½ Cup White Wine
1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Spray small casserole dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
Lightly season each chicken breast half with salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder on both sides.
Place 1 slice cheese and ham on each chicken breast half
Roll and insert toothpicks to hold in place
Mix flour and bread crumbs together in small bowl
Roll each chicken roll up into bread crumb mixture coating all sides lightly
Heat olive oil in medium skillet
Cook each roll up in oil for 2-3 minutes on each side turning to brown evenly
Place roll up in pre-sprayed casserole dish and place in oven at 350 degrees for 15 minutes to complete cooking. Set skillet aside to make sauce in.
Remove from oven and allow to rest while you make sauce.

Sauce:

In skillet that chicken was browned in, heat butter and cornstarch together with remaining oil from cooking chicken. This mixture should form a loose paste.
Add in bouillon cubes, garlic powder and white wine
Cook for 4-5 minutes stirring constantly scraping pan to provide ultimate flavor to sauce
Stir in heavy cream and cook for additional 6-7 minutes on low heat.
Drizzle sauce over sliced chicken roll ups.

To reheat from freezer:

If you choose to make these Chicken Cordon Bleu Roll Ups to freeze ahead, the sauce can be made prior to serving, I do not recommend freezing the sauce for reheating. The extra flavor from using the skillet the chicken was cooked in is nice to have but not necessary for a wonderful creamy white wine sauce.

If making ahead and freezing you can easily assemble and freeze to be cooked stopping before rolling in bread crumb mixture or cook through and freeze once cooled after removing from oven. Regardless of which method you choose, you will find this to be one of those meals that leaves your family satisfied and praising what a great cook you are.