Freezer-friendly recipes that can be made in bulk
Batch cooking on a day off and freezing portions in the freezer for the week is undoubtedly the epitome of domestic organisation, and makes for fuss-free dinners for those nights you’re too busy or tired to cook.
Having bags and containers of ready-to-go food is not only a godsend at the end of a working day, but ensures you’re eating wholesome, home-made fare instead of stopping for takeaways or ordering delivery. Time, money and health are good reasons to put some effort into stocking the freezer. Of course you need to look forward to dinner, so we’ve compiled some tips and tricks to break the monotony so your taste buds will always have something flavoursome to anticipate.
Dhal
Dhal is a freezer’s best friend — it’s tasty, filling, good for you and can be frozen for up to six months.
Recipe to try
Dhal with crispy onions and naan bread recipe
Ways to eat
Meatballs
With meatballs, you can either freeze them in a tomato sauce, ready to be served with spaghetti (or on mash) or freeze them separately, which gives you a bit more scope to flavour them up a bit differently with your accompaniments.
Recipe to try
Ways to eat
Meat or vege stew
Stews do quite well when frozen because their flavours are able to mature even further. Most stews will keep well for up to three months in the freezer. Just be aware that if you’re including potatoes in a stew, they get a bit watery on thawing and reheating.
Recipe to try
Tomato, roasted pepper and chickpea stew recipe
Ways to eat