Make the weekday or any day an easy one with these simple make-ahead freezer meal recipes.
Put that freezer space to use and stock up on meals for those nights when you are on the go, for when guests drop by unannounced, or for when we wish dinner would just make itself!
The following list of recipes contains our favorite tried and true meals to make life a little easier!
![For those nights when something quick is needed for dinner, it is so good to have a choice of freezer meals ready to go! Comforting soups and stews make an easy option, as do make ahead casserole dishes. Or even start the morning with a simple grab and go breakfast that is healthy and delicious. #freezermeals #mealstofreeze #freezermealsrecipe #spendwithpennies photos of Freezer Meals Recipes with writing](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1200-Freezer-Meals-Recipes-3-SpendWithPennies-.jpg)
How to Store Freezer Meals
There are varying ways of preserving freezer meals. First and foremost remember to keep the food as airtight as possible.
For breakfast wraps and sandwiches, it is best to wrap each one individually with aluminum foil and then place it in a zippered bag. This makes it easy to have a grab-and-go breakfast ready for enjoying.
For soups and stews, freeze them in zippered bags (once it has cooled), and then lay flat to freeze. These can be reheated in a pot on the stove or in the crock pot when ready to enjoy.
For casseroles, it is easiest to freeze them in the container they will be cooked in, like a casserole dish or an aluminum foil pan. Remember to cover with aluminum foil, and mark the date it was frozen. Sometimes it is handy to use masking tape and write the cooking time and thawing instructions.
For more tips try reading this article on how to freeze a casserole (and how to reheat it!).
Table of Contents
Easy Freezer Meals
These dishes are a meal in one. They are so easy to prep, make ahead, and have on hand for any night of the week.
![plated Chicken Pot Pie](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/1200-Chicken-Pot-Pie-2-SpendWithPennies-220x220.jpg)
Nothing beats the creamy filling and flaky pastry topping of this delicious dish.
![unstuffed peppers on a white plate topped with melted cheese and parsley](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Unstuffed-Peppers-SpendWithPennies-9-168x168.jpg)
Made without the hassle of stuffing this simple dish still has all the same flavors of stuffed peppers but easier.
![A plate of Velveeta mac and cheese ready to serve](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/1200-Velveeta-Mac-and-Cheese-SpendWithPennies-4-220x220.jpg)
Make a mac and cheese at home that is so creamy and cheesy. The secret ingredients here is Velveeta cheese.
![The Best Meatloaf Recipe sliced on a cutting board](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1200-The-Best-Meatloaf-Recipe-SpendWithPennies-220x220.jpg)
Juicy and tender meatloaf with a simple glaze is a flavorful and filling meal.
![cheesy Easy Baked Ziti on a plate](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1200-Easy-Baked-Ziti-2-SpendWithPennies-220x220.jpg)
Made with hearty sausage and creamy flavorful ricotta cheese, these dish tastes like the cook has been cooking all day!
Breakfast Freezer Meals
Freezer meals aren’t just for dinner. They can also be prepped and ready for the morning! These are great choices for when guests are staying over, for Sunday brunch, or for quick grab-and-go breakfasts.
![Breakfast burrito on a plate cut in half with strawberries on the side](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Breakfast-Burritos-02-SpendWithPennies-3-168x168.jpg)
Filled with cheese, meat, and eggs and packed full of flavor these are the best for preparing ahead and freezing.
![pouring syrup over Fluffy Pancakes](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/1200-Fluffy-Pancakes-SpendWithPennies-220x220.jpg)
Making pancakes from scratch that are light and fluffy is so easy and they are the best for freezing.
![sliced Sheet Pan Eggs in the pan](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sheet-Pan-Eggs-2-SpendWithPennies-11-220x220.jpg)
![glasses of Strawberry Banana Smoothie](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/1200-Strawberry-Banana-Smoothie-SpendWithPennies-220x220.jpg)
Cool and refreshing, smoothies like this are the best healthy pick me up for the morning routine.
![close up of Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Tater-Tot-Breakfast-Casserole-2-SpendWithPennies-4-220x220.jpeg)
Bacon, onions, whipped eggs, are topped with golden brown and hard to resist melted cheese. This is easy to prepare for a crowd.
Casserole Freezer Meals
These casserole dishes are one pan meals that are super easy to freeze. Make and freeze in the casserole dish, then thaw in the fridge, and they are ready for baking or reheating in the oven.
![Hamburger potato casserole being served.](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2-Hamburger-Potato-Casserole-SpendWithPennies-15-168x168.jpg)
The ground beef doesn’t even need to be browned for this recipe. Rice, seasonings, and ground beef make this a simple freezer friendly casserole.
![](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/SpendWithPennies-Baked-Spaghetti-22-220x220.jpg)
Noodles mixed with a zesty meat sauce, topped with cheese that is baked until the topping is warm, golden and so hard to resist.
![cheesy Classic Tater Tot Casserole in a casserole dish](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Classic-Tater-Tot-Casserole-SpendWithPennies-6-220x220.jpg)
Ground beef and cheese are layered with crispy tater tots and cooked to golden perfection in the oven.
![Chicken Enchilada Casserole overhead](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Chicken-Enchillada-Casserole5-SpendWithPennies-168x168.jpg)
This layered version of chicken enchiladas has all the great flavors of chicken enchiladas but without all the rolling and stuffing.
![Cheesy baked penne in a white bowl garnished with parsley](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cheesy-Baked-Penne-1-SpendWithPennies-6-168x168.jpg)
Savory meatballs are cooked in a zesty tomato sauce with penne noodles.
![plated Easy Shepherd’s Pie Recipe close up](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/1200-Easy-Shepherds-Pie-Recipe-SpendWithPennies-220x220.jpg)
Ground beef or lamb is topped with a hearty and creamy layer of mashed potatoes for a casserole that everyone will love!
Freezer Friendly Soup and Stews
These soups and stews are great candidates for freezing. Simply reheat in a pot on the stove and a comforting soup or stew is ready for serving.
![Overhead shot of Chicken Stew in a pot](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/SpendWithPennies-Chicken-Stew-22-150x150.jpg)
Chicken, potatoes, and other vegetables are simmered in a creamy and flavorful broth. Remember to replace the cornstarch with flour for freezing.
![a pot of Split Pea Soup with a wooden spoon](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/1200-Split-Pea-Soup-SpendWithPennies-220x220.jpg)
With its thick creamy consistency and mellow flavors this split pea soup is the perfect choice for freezing.
![plated Vegetable Soup Recipe](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/1200-Vegetable-Soup-Recipe-SpendWithPennies-220x220.jpg)
A cozy pot of soup filled with vegetables and a rich broth is the perfect comfort food for cold days.
![pot of easy Chicken Tortilla Soup with tortilla strips on top](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/1200-Chicken-Tortilla-Soup-4-SpendWithPennies-220x220.jpg)
This soup has all the flavors of Mexico simmered in a tomato broth. Serve with a dollop of sour cream for the final touch.
![Overhead shot of Homemade Beef Stew in big pot](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/SpendWithPennies-Homemade-Beef-Stew-24-150x150.jpg)
Nothing beats tender morsels of meat simmered in a gravy like broth with hearty potatoes and carrots.
Leave a comment below and let us know what your favorite freezer meal is!
![For those nights when something quick is needed for dinner, it is so good to have a choice of freezer meals ready to go! Comforting soups and stews make an easy option, as do make ahead casserole dishes. Or even start the morning with a simple grab and go breakfast that is healthy and delicious. #freezermeals #mealstofreeze #freezermealsrecipe #spendwithpennies Freezer Meals Recipes images with a title](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/PIN-Roundup-Freezer-Meals-Recipes-3-SpendWithPennies-.jpg)
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