12 Freezer-Friendly Meals Your Family Will Love

By Jenn Segal

Freezer-friendly meals are the best way to enjoy homemade dinners on crazy weeknights. Here are some of my favorite recipes that you can relish now…and later.

How nice is it to pull something out of the freezer, thaw, reheat, and have dinner done? These freezer-friendly meals make that easy!

Gail Simmons’ Epic Spaghetti Pie

Featured on the cover of her beautiful new cookbook, Gail Simmons’ hearty Spaghetti Pie made with broccoli and Italian sausage is comfort food defined.
The Ultimate Chili Recipe

This ground beef chili is melt-in-your-mouth tender, thick, and rich — and wonderful over rice or scooped up with tortilla chips.
Middle Eastern Kofta

Made from lamb, spices, minced veggies and toasted nuts, this Israeli-inspired kofta will take your taste buds on an exotic Middle Eastern adventure.
Sloppy Joes

These smoky, spicy Sloppy Joes — or “Sloppy Jenns” as we call them around here — are made entirely from scratch. Pile the beef onto toasted buns and serve with my Sweet & Tangy Citrus Slaw.
Crustless Broccoli Quiche

There’s really only one way to put it: this quiche is insanely delicious. And I promise you won’t miss the crust!
Italian Meatloaf

This meatloaf is like one big giant meatball, only it has a lot more flavor and is a lot less work. Leftovers are even better, sliced and topped with melted cheese in a warm sandwich.
Mulligatawny

Made with a rotisserie chicken and canned coconut milk, this easy version of Mulligatawny soup is a one-pot supper that you can have on the table in 45 minutes. I like to serve it with a scoop of basmati rice but, really, naan is all you need to complete the meal.
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders

One of my most popular recipes, these chicken tenders are marinated in seasoned buttermilk and pan-fried to crispy, crunchy perfection.
Chicken Enchiladas

My whole family loves these enchiladas. You can prepare the sauce and filling ahead of time, then assemble and bake the enchiladas another time for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Turkey, Spinach & Cheese Meatballs

What makes these exceptional is the addition of turkey sausage. Not only does the sausage make the meatballs tender, it also adds great flavor without the need for a ton of other ingredients.
Beef Stew Recipe with Carrots & Potatoes

There aren’t many meals more comforting than this one. This classic beef stew recipe results in a rich deeply flavored broth and beef that’s incredibly tender.
Baked Ziti

Loaded with Italian sausage, which packs a ton of flavor, this baked pasta is similar to meat lasagna but without the fuss; easy enough for a weeknight but also special enough for company; and it also makes a great prep-ahead potluck dish.