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Why Freezer Cooking?

With all the freezer cooking that I do, I sometimes forget that others have trouble figuring out how to do it all themselves. Ever since I started writing articles about freezer cooking, I’ve been trying to help others save money by this wonderful method of cooking, but since I’ve been getting questions from people who are interested in trying it out for their families too, I realized that there is still a lot of ground to cover. Over the course of the next several weeks, you will see many freezer cooking related articles posted in the frugal living blog and … Continue reading →

Freezer Cooking – Choosing The Right Freezer

One of the hardest things people face, when dealing with freezer cooking, is lack of space, or not enough freezer room. Although freezer cooking can be done using only a regular side by side refrigerator and freezer, it is best done when you own a separate freezer chest. The reason a bigger freezer chest is necessary, is it allows for more storage, and easier organization. So how do you know which freezer is right for you? It really is not a difficult choice, but I first recommend that you evaluate a few things first. Before even considering the purchase of … Continue reading →

A Freezer Cooking Weekend

Freezer cooking is an easy method to stay frugal and help you save money on food costs. Preparing foods in advance can save time as well. It does require a little extra time once a month, but is totally worth it throughout the month when you are short on time and can throw a meal right into the oven. This weekend is my frugal cooking weekend. It will start today, and end sometime tomorrow afternoon. Sometimes I do have to do a little on Sunday’s but I am hoping to avoid that this time. That does not mean that I … Continue reading →

Freezer Cooking: How To Save Money On Freezer Storage

As the Queen of Freezer Cooking, affectionately nicknamed by my friends and family, you have heard me preach and preach about saving money by freezer cooking. Yes, it works. It saves loads of money a month because you are not as tempted to eat out, you always have delicious meals to heat up and serve quickly, and the time you save, equals savings as well. But what about when you have to purchase storage containers, and foil pans to store all of your delicious meals to go in the freezer. Doesn’t that change the cost? And doesn’t that cost add … Continue reading →

Freezer Cooking: How Do I Store My Meals In The Freezer (2)

Freezer cooking is one of the easiest ways to save time and money. However, with that comes the challenge of what to freezer your items in. Obviously we have to be careful what we store items in, since heating up certain items, in certain ways would be a challenge if we used the wrong type of storage. There probably is no wrong way to store, and I have tried many things and never had anything not work, I’ve just had some items take longer because of how I’ve stored them. I’ve already shared with you my plastic storage containers and … Continue reading →

Freezer Cooking: How Do I Store My Meals In The Freezer (1)

Freezer cooking is one of the easiest ways to save time and money. However, with that comes the challenge of what to freezer your items in. Obviously we have to be careful what we store items in, since heating up certain items, in certain ways would be a challenge if we used the wrong type of storage. There probably is no wrong way to store, and I have tried many things and never had anything not work, I’ve just had some items take longer because of how I’ve stored them. No matter what type of storage method you use, you … Continue reading →

Freezer Cooking Through the Winter

Freezer cooking is my favorite method of saving money in the kitchen. During the long cold winter months, when I would rather be curled up on the couch with a blanket surrounded by my kids, cooking long drawn out meals can be a pain. Not to mention, I am cooking heartier meals during the winter months which often require a bit more time and preparation. So how do I combat the strong urge to simply hibernate all winter, and instead make sure my freezer is stocked? Here are a few pointers. I don’t have as much time during the winter … Continue reading →

Are You Freezer Frugal?

Are you freezer frugal? Do you utilize your freezer to the best of your ability? Do you know HOW to use your freezer correctly to help you save money? Or are you simply wasting a valuable asset? It’s easy to save money while using your freezer, but it’s also extremely easy to waste money if you don’t use it correctly. It’s important to know how long food is good for in your freezer, and how much you can fit in your freezer. If you are truly changing your lifestyle to be a more frugal person, or you have a family … Continue reading →

Freezer Cooking Sauce Recipes

Sauces are one of the easiest things to make and freeze. And sauces are great for all different kinds of meals. You can thaw a sauce packet from the freezer and put it over pasta, chicken, beef, steaks, anything really. Almost any sauce, except cream based, usually freeze very well. If you are wanting to freeze a sauce that calls for cream as an ingredient, you can freeze the rest of the raw ingredients and add the cream once you thaw it out, and then cook it. You CAN freeze cream based sauce recipes. Some just don’t like to. Here … Continue reading →

Freezer Cooking Crock Pot Recipes

One of my favorite tools in the kitchen has always been the crock pot. Preparing meals has never been easier with one of these little gadgets. If you’ve ever used one, you recognize the smell of a cooked meal the minute you walk through the door at the end of a long day. And dinner is ready to go! But did you know that you can also make some meals using your crock pot and then freeze them to eat later? Soups, sauces, and lots more can be made fast and served quick. I’ve included some great recipes that you … Continue reading →