6 Make-Ahead Recipes You Have To Try!


Hi Reader!

We all know how hectic weeknights can be. That’s where make-ahead meals come to the rescue!

Below are some of my family's favorites. All can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Most can be frozen for later.

  1. Spiced Crockpot Chickpea Stew - One reader said, "Very Good! This one is a keeper! I made this in the crockpot and the whole house smelled yummy! I served it on top of baked potatoes and even my marine son-in-law was full and loved it." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  2. Slow Cooker Hoisin Chicken - This one is a family favorite for a reason! Tons of flavor with little effort.
  3. Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowl - Divide these into meal prep containers for lunches and dinners for the week.
  4. Chorizo & Butternut Squash Lentil Soup - Hearty, filling and simply delicious.
  5. Sheet Pan Omelet - Tailor this to your liking with different mix-ins.
  6. One-Pot Chicken, Quinoa, Mushrooms & Spinach Meal - One reader said, "Delicious! I’ve now made it twice, once for meal prep and another time for a big family dinner. Highly recommend, and I will be making it again." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️


For more ideas, see my collection of Healthy Dinner Recipes.

See you next time!

Dara

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