Ingredients & Supplies

  • Freezer-safe zip-top bags
  • Chopped vegetables
  • Cooked beans or lentils
  • Chicken or other proteins
  • Soup or stew ingredients
  • Herbs and spices
  • Labels and a marker

Instructions

  1. Prepare and chop your ingredients.
  2. Divide ingredients into individual meal portions.
  3. Place them in freezer-safe bags and remove excess air.
  4. Seal tightly, label with the meal name and date, and freeze flat to save space.
  5. When ready to cook, thaw safely in the refrigerator if needed and follow your recipe’s cooking instructions.

Storage tip: Freeze perishable ingredients promptly. For best quality, use most prepared freezer meals within 2–3 months. Never thaw meat or other perishable foods on the counter.