Essential Guide to Meal Planning: Wholesome Freezer Meals for the Entire Family
When it comes to preparing delicious homemade meals, it’s natural to consider the logistics and potential costs involved. The thought of purchasing new ingredients that might only be used once can be daunting. However, cooking flavorful meals doesn’t always have to be a budget-buster. Thanks to Cookidoo®, an extensive digital recipe platform, you can access thousands of exquisite recipes that are not only delicious but also budget-friendly.
Busy Weeknights
On busy weeknights, potluck freezer dinners have become a convenient solution for us here at Thermomix®, thanks to Tara from our Recipe Development team. Tara preps two to three freezer-friendly meals in advance, freezes them in convenient portions, and she and her kids enjoy a “potluck” dinner every time her husband is away for work.
To make things even easier, keep handy portions of boiled rice, naan bread, and other grains in your freezer. This way, once you’ve chosen your potluck main dish, you can quickly and easily reheat your sides as well. The Warm-up mode on your TM6 is perfect for reheating your meals to the ideal temperature. And with the help of our Vac-U-Seal food vacuum sealer set, you can safely store your prepped dishes in the freezer without any hassle!
Try out these freezer-friendly meals:
Sunday Meal Prep
Sunday meal prep is a fantastic strategy for those who enjoy spending an ‘Hour of Power’ on the weekend getting prepped. With the My Week functionality in Cookidoo®, you can plan your menu and manage your shopping efficiently. Then, armed with your Thermomix®, you can tackle your prep list and fill up the fridge and freezer with delicious meals.
With our recently launched Recipe Scaling functionality on Cookidoo®, increasing the number of servings of your favorite recipes has never been easier. Simply scale up the portions, transfer them into freezable containers, and voila – you’ve created homemade freezer meals ready to go. Plus, you can also scale your own recipes in Created Recipes on Cookidoo®, giving you even more flexibility in your meal prep routine.
Get started with these top-rating mid-week meals, which can all be scaled up to serve 8 or more:
Try these delicious meat-free options for your freezer too
Now, let's talk about side dishes
Now, let’s talk about side dishes. While freezing portions of cooked rice, breads, and other grains is a convenient way to ensure you have a complete meal ready to reheat, adding a touch of freshness with quick and easy salads can elevate your dining experience. This is where Thermomix® shines as your kitchen superhero. Pair your healthy frozen meals with vibrant salads prepared in minutes using Thermomix®, ensuring you and your family are “eating the rainbow.”
Here are some salad ideas that are ready in seconds!
What's for dinner?
Wondering what’s for dinner? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! With a bit of prep and plenty of assistance from Thermomix® and Cookidoo®, you’ll never have to scramble again to answer that age-old question: “What’s for dinner?”
Discover all the life-changing benefits of the all-in-one kitchen gadget by exploring more about Thermomix®. Head over to Cookidoo® to create your meal plan using the My Week function. Plus, don’t forget that you can scale your recipes up or down to suit your needs.
