I often make pots of soup or stew ahead of time, and put them in the freezer for later. That way, when I have a day where I don't really feel like cooking, my husband and I can still enjoy a hearty dinner without too much fuss. Here are my thoughts on this topic:
1) Don't go overboard. It's good to have a "stash" but there's no sense having more than you anticipate using in the next month or two. It's better to have 3 or 4 things in the freezer and replenish as needed than to have so much stuff you'll never eat it all!
2) Clearly label each container that you put in the freezer as to contents and date. I like to try to use things within 6 months time, just to play it safe. It probably tastes better that way also.
3) When it's time to reheat on of your frozen entrees..try to be smart about refreshing the flavors of the dish. For instance, if the item you are reheating was cooked with chicken broth...add a little chicken broth at the time of reheating. You can also add some fresh herbs..preferably the same herbs that were used in cooking. For some dishes a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil is another nice added touch!
4) Some dishes lend themselves to the freezing/reheating process better than others. Let experience tell you which of your recipes are good candidates and which are not!
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1) Don't go overboard. It's good to have a "stash" but there's no sense having more than you anticipate using in the next month or two. It's better to have 3 or 4 things in the freezer and replenish as needed than to have so much stuff you'll never eat it all!
2) Clearly label each container that you put in the freezer as to contents and date. I like to try to use things within 6 months time, just to play it safe. It probably tastes better that way also.
3) When it's time to reheat on of your frozen entrees..try to be smart about refreshing the flavors of the dish. For instance, if the item you are reheating was cooked with chicken broth...add a little chicken broth at the time of reheating. You can also add some fresh herbs..preferably the same herbs that were used in cooking. For some dishes a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil is another nice added touch!
4) Some dishes lend themselves to the freezing/reheating process better than others. Let experience tell you which of your recipes are good candidates and which are not!
Image source: Flickr
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