It brings me great joy to announce that we are now a family of three! Our sweet baby girl, Joy Elisabeth, was born on June 2nd and our lives have been forever changed. I can’t wait to share more details on her birth, our newborn essentials and much more in the weeks and months to come! My best friend came in for a week right after Joy was born and she cooked up a storm for days- making sure our freezer was stocked with nutritious and delicious meals! We feel SO tremendously grateful every time we enjoy these meals!
Freezer meals are so helpful for transitional times in life! Whether it’s a new baby, new job or even just getting back in the swing of a school year, freezer meals can totally save the day. As fantastic as freezer meals can be, they can be a bit tricky if recipes use ingredients that aren’t super freezer-friendly (check out this podcast all about the basics of freezer cooking!) But rest assured, I’ve compiled 25 freezer-friendly recipes from my registered dietitian friends that y’all are going to love!
Breakfast
Baked Butternut Squash French Toast from Amy Gorin Nutrition
Blueberry Protein Pancakes (GF, DF) from Nutrition Starring YOU
Triple Berry Lactation Waffles from Bucket List Tummy
Soups
Feast Day Soup from KISS in the Kitchen
Better For You Chili from Elizabeth Ward, MS, RD
Root Vegetable and Bean Soup from Tobi Amidor Nutrition
Freezer-Friendly Taco Soup from The Grateful Grazer
Roasted Tomato Soup from Foods with Judes
Main Dishes/Casseroles
Vegan Lasagna with Tofu Ricotta from CitNutritionally
Rib Sticking Meatloaf Makeover from Liz’s Healthy Table
Ginger Miso Turkey Burgers from Jessica Levinson, MDS, RDN, CDN
Stewed Chicken with Tomatoes and Capers from The Baby Steps Dietitian
Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli Lasagna from How to Eat
Lightened up Mexican Lasagna from Healthy Inspiration
Flaxseed Chicken Tenders from Nutrition to Fit
Mushroom Black Bean Veggie Burgers from The Foodie Dietitian
Eggplant Pesto Meatballs from Triad to Wellness
Stay tuned for a delicious summer salad recipe from my intern, Amanda, coming your way soon!
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Congratulations on your new bundle of joy! This was the perfect post for me today, as my little man is just a month old. All of these meals look delicious and are so convenient to just store in the freezer 🙂
Thanks so much, Whitney! And congrats again on your little man. So glad you found this post helpful!
I’ve wanted to make more freezer meals but never know what will keep well! Thanks for giving me some great inspiration!
Thanks, Stacey! I’m so glad you found these helpful!
Congrats! And thanks for including my protein pancakes 🙂
Thank you, Lauren! And of course- thanks for sharing your recipe!
Congrats and welcome to the world baby Joy! She is so adorable and I’m so happy for you and your little family.
Freezer meals when you have a newborn are a lifesaver!! Great round up and such delicious looking recipes.
Thank you so much, Brynn!
Freezer meals are essential with a new baby–great post! (And congrats:)
Thank you, Bridget!
Such fantastic options here! That Sweet Potato Carrot Soup looks A-MAZING!! Can’t wait to make some of these. 🙂
Thanks so much, Catherine! Yes- it really does look delish; can’t wait to try it also!