With these 25 freezer meals ready to go, you’ll always have a delicious, homemade option on hand—no stress, no drive-thru.

Freezer meals are a lifesaver for busy families. They are easy to prepare in advance, can be cooked quickly, and are perfect ...

To help, I’m offering a variety of recipes from our archives, many of which can be divided (or scaled up) to do double duty, as dinner now and then another one or two whenever you need it.

3 cups elbow macaroni 1 cup minced onions 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 3 cups skim milk 3/4 cup nonfat cottage cheese 1/2 cup shredded low-fat extra-sharp ...

Freeze a pan (or two… or three) of these easy chicken and cheese enchiladas. When you’re ready to eat, pull out your pan, pour a can of enchilada sauce over the top and bake for 20-30 minutes ...

When you are ready to eat: Place 2-3 “pucks” in a microwave-safe dish and microwave for 2-3 minutes. Top with your favorite toppings (nuts, dried fruit, maple syrup, etc.) and enjoy! Get the recipe at ...

Shapiro tells her clients to look for meals that are below 600 calories, 15 grams of sugar, and 600 milligrams of sodium—but she also encourages clients to supplement their freezer meals with a ...

Stock your freezer with these hearty meals that taste just as good on the reheat. Think soup, stews and bolognese, with plenty of vegetarian options. Skip to main content ...

Two to six months is better for ensuring quality. So is wrapping the food tightly. Exposure to freezing air causes food to dehydrate, making it tougher and more bland (commonly known as freezer burn).