As my due date creeps closer, there are a few projects I have been wanting to finish.
One of which was stocking up on just a few things in the freezer.
Our church family is wonderful about providing meals for couples with new additions, and my family is also coming for a week soon after my due date; so I am not preparing too many meals in advance.
I did want to have a few things in the freezer though, some things for Scott to heat up and eat during those first few days before a meal schedule from our church is organized.
I have been pretty low on energy lately, but MOTIVATION is not lacking.
(I think that maybe somewhere in the back of my mind I think this baby will be more inclined to come early if I am well prepared. Of course, Murphy's law will probably prevail.)
So today I made a list and a grocery trip and set about whipping up a few meals and goodies to stash away. I am especially looking forward to eating this banana bread. It is my absolute favorite.
My list of things to prepare in advance was:
Breakfast Casserole
Lasagna
Double Chocolate Bread
Banana Bread
Primal Fudge
Earlier this week I also made up some good old fashion mac and cheese too.
That is quite the list of comfort foods, isn't it?
I will post all of the recipes for these delicious dishes over the next few days.
I'm thankful to have some things put away.
I know I will be even more thankful when the time comes to use them.
I would love to have some more good ideas for meals that freeze well.
Any thoughts?
I can't seem to think of anything but pasta dishes.
Please leave a comment and tell me what has worked well for you!
Have a wonderful day!
Hi, Anna! I have read your mom's blog for quite a while and, through her, have heard your good news and am rejoicing with you! Your preparation of freezer meals reminded me of how I prepared for my daughter's birth a little over 3 years ago, and I had to go back in my archives and find that post. Here is one that mentions some meals I prepared: http://www.davenespilled.com/2012/04/baby-blessing-week-39.html
ReplyDeleteHere is the recipe for curried lentils: http://lifeonsylvandrive.blogspot.com/2009/12/hungry-for-something.html
And here is the one for wild chicken: http://hereandhome.blogspot.com/2008/09/food-for-friday_19.html
Here is the one for lentil stew: http://lifeonsylvandrive.blogspot.com/2007/01/food-for-body.html
Here is ground beef grand style: http://thefoodiespot.blogspot.com/2010/07/ground-beef-grand-style.html
Here is the Italian sausage and veggie pasta: http://pleasantviewschoolhouse.blogspot.com/2007/07/roasted-sausage-and-vegetable-pasta.html
I don't know if any of those sound appealing to you, but maybe something might! All of this is reminding me that in a few short months, I'm going to be needing to do this again myself! Oh what fun it is to prepare for a precious new baby!! :)
May each day be especially blessed as you await her arrival. :)
Been reading your blog for awhile...thanks for sharing and prayers for a safe delivery! Here is a recipe that our family loves (it is super easy and freezes wonderfully)
ReplyDeleteBeef Barley Stew
2 c chopped carrot
1.5 lb cubed beef (of cooked ground beef)
1 envelope onion soup mix (or homemade substitute)
29 oz beef broth
14.5 oz diced tomato with liquid
2 c water
1 c uncooked barley
Combine in slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours. Freeze leftovers