Quick Freezer Meals Under 30 Minutes For New Moms
Freezer meals make a new mom’s life easier. A baby brings a lot of joy but makes a new mom very busy. Freezer meals are ready-to-eat foods frozen ahead of time to make mealtimes easier. These food items can be made even a month before giving birth and will keep well in the freezer for few months. These meals will help a new mom put tasty and nutritious food on the table with zero fuss, so she can focus on adjusting to her new normal. We have compiled a list of healthy and delicious freezer meal recipes to help get you started.
Easy Delicious Freezer Meals | Recipes and Ideas for New Moms
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Breakfast Meals
Oatmeal Pancakes with Cinnamon
Oats are very healthy because they are high in fiber and help control blood sugar levels. Eating plain oatmeal, however, may not be for everyone, so let’s spice things up with pancakes. Everybody loves pancakes, and this recipe for Oatmeal Pancakes will help you reap the benefits of eating oats while tasting delicious pancakes.
Caramel French Toast
This sweet recipe for French toast will give you the pick-me-up you need to start the day. Natural sweeteners such as vanilla, brown sugar, and cinnamon are used as healthy alternatives. It is easy to make and even easier to prepare, the best breakfast for any mom on the go!
Magic Muffins
Everybody loves muffins, and if you are planning a trip, then this recipe for magic muffins is for you. They’re easy to carry and not messy to eat, making them great portable breakfast. They also make great gifts if you’re short on time. These reheat beautifully!
Keep Well Chicken Soup
They say chicken soup is the best cure for anything. This recipe for healthy chicken soup will have you ready to face the day in no time. The recipe contains chicken for protein and nutrient-rich vegetables. Just reheat and eat!
Lunch Meals
Vegan Shepherd’s Pie
This Shepherd’s pie recipe contains a wealth of the healthiest vegetables to give your body the nutrients it needs. To top it all off, the pie is dressed with a scrumptious but healthy gravy that boosts the flavor. This recipe is a healthier but still delicious twist to regular Shepherd’s pie.
Roasted Garlic Rosemary Baked Meatballs
Enjoy the juiciest and most tender meatballs by following this easy recipe. The meatballs contain beef and pork for protein and are then filled with roasted garlic and rosemary for the best flavor. These meatballs are delicious and comforting, and it’s easy to whip up a stash to store in the freezer for another day.
Fried Rice
Fried rice is one of the most versatile meals because it lets you create your own recipe. You can also use this food to sneak in vegetables in your kids’ meals. Choose your own healthy meat like pork or beef, and vegetables like corn or broccoli, or add them all in together. The choices are endless!
Pizza Spiral Recipes
Try this recipe for pizza spirals if you’re in need of an easy lunch. The recipe uses simple ingredients with very easy steps to follow to get you that pizza. You can make it in bulk for an easy meal every time you’re hungry.
Dinner Meals
Chicken Spaghetti Recipe
Spaghetti has always been a family favorite, but instead of going the traditional route of red meat sauce let’s try something new. The Creamy Chicken Spaghetti is a fantastic meal parents and kids will love. It’s easy to prepare and reheat for parents, and kids will love it because it has some of their favorite ingredients like chicken, cheese, and mushrooms.
Mad Hungry TV Dinners
Imagine the nostalgia of the 1950s TV dinner updated for the modern day. The recipe consists of a delicious and juicy Salisbury steak, a healthy filling of potato and carrot mash and creamed spinach, and to top it all off, some sweet apple-cherry cobbler. You can prepare the meal in advance and store it in the freezer just like a regular TV Dinner.
The Best Chili Mac Recipe
This dish is delicious and so easy to make, you literally only have one step to follow. Garlic and chili powder will add the spice of life to your ground beef. A can of tomato soup makes for easy pasta sauce, and a topping of mozzarella cheese makes for one of the best and easiest freezer meals of all time!
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
This recipe for homemade chicken pot pie is a healthier take on the store-bought chicken pot pie. Hearty chicken chunks will keep you full, while vegetables like celery, carrots, and peas will give your body the vitamins and minerals it needs to stay healthy. There’s nothing like a (reheated) pie steaming-hot from the oven!
Sunday Night Stew
Enjoy some tender and juicy meat and some savory mashed potatoes with the Sunday Night Stew recipe. This meal will give you the protein and carbs you need to keep up with the kids. The recipe contains plenty of delicious and healthy ingredients ready to tickle your taste buds.
Check out this video from Do It On A Dime for some tips and tricks on how to cook freezer meals.
In the end, being a new mom will make you very busy, but making preparations ahead of time can make things more manageable. Freezer meals can be made a month in advance and have a very long expiration date. Prepare yourself for motherhood by stocking up on freezer meals to help you get through the madness!
What is your favorite freezer meal recipe? Tell us in the comments section below.
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