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freezer meals make ahead

Freezer Meals Make Ahead: 5 Secrets to Stress-Free Dinners


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Freezer meals make ahead are convenient dishes prepared in advance and stored for later use.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of cooked rice
  • 1 pound of ground beef
  • 1 cup of diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup of frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 cup of shredded cheese
  • 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes and mixed vegetables to the skillet.
  4. Stir in the cooked rice and Italian seasoning.
  5. Mix well and season with salt.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container.
  7. Top with shredded cheese.
  8. Seal and freeze for later use.

Notes

  • Label containers with the date and contents.
  • Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
  • Can be cooked directly from frozen, just add extra cooking time.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Freezing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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