The Everything Freezer Meals Cookbook

412 Pages·2010·1.85 MB·English

by  Candace Anderson

THE
EVERYTHING
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FREZER MEALS
COKBOOK
Candace Anderson
with Nicole Cormier, RD
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THE EVERYTHING FREEZER MEALS
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COOKBOOK
Dear Reader,
I am so excited you are joining me in cooking freezer meals! It is
especially thrilling because freezer cooking has the potential to change
both the way you cook and the way you think about cooking. No matter
what season of life you are in, there is something in this cookbook that
will appeal to you. You can dip your big toe into the water and try out a
few simple ideas, or you can put your scuba gear on and dive in! It's
really up to you, and I am here to support you all the way.
I've enjoyed freezer cooking and teaching others about freezer cooking
for many years, and what a joy to know that this knowledge makes a
difference in the lives of others. With the busy lives we lead, we need all
the help we can get. Sometimes just finding one recipe your whole family
enjoys can make your whole week. And if next time you make two meals
and freeze one of them? Even better! It's all about simplifying, learning,
and improving the quality of our lives. We all need to eat, so let's have
some fun in the process.
As Julia Child said, “This is my invariable advice to people: learn how to
cook — try new recipes, learn from your mistakes, be fearless, and
above all have fun!”
Your partner in cooking,
Welcome to the EVERYTHING Series!
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have since forgotten.
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know on the subject, but throw in a lot of fun stuff along the way, too.
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PUBLISHER Karen Cooper
DIRECTOR OF ACQUISITIONS AND INNOVATION Paula Munier
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Vierra, Denise Wallace
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Visit the entire Everything series at www.everything.com
This book is dedicated to my husband Steve, the most loving and
supportive guy a girl could ask for, and our boys Zach, John, Jason, Chris
and Matt who are just amazing. I rawr you!
Contents
Introduction
1 Introduction to Freezer Cooking
2 Appetizers, Snacks, and Hors d'Oeuvres
3 Beef
4 Poultry
5 Pork and Seafood
6 Slow Cooker
7 Meatless Dishes
8 Casseroles
9 Lunches
10 Burgers
11 Soups and Sides
12 Breads
13 Mixes, Dips, and Spreads
14 Marinades and Sauces
15 Mix and Match
16 Desserts
Appendix A: Glossary of Terms
Appendix B: Additional Resources for Freezer Cooking
Appendix C: Charts and Extras