Thawing Freezer Meals

On March 2, 2025 by Once a Month Meals

“How do I actually eat my freezer meals once they are all cooked?” Well the simple answer is that it is really up to you! There are some simple tricks and tips for making efficient use of your freezer stash, and making sure your meals are thawed safely and ready to eat at dinner time.

What You Can and Cannot Freeze - Foods that Freeze Well and a few that Don't

What You CAN and CANNOT Freeze

On March 2, 2025 by Mindy

Here at Once A Month Meals we tend to make our own rules and break a few others when it comes to freezing food. There are a few basic guidelines to follow but we like to twist a few of the rules when it comes to our menus.

10 Tips for Organizing Your Freezer!

On March 2, 2025 by Once a Month Meals

Now is a good time to clean out your refrigerator freezer. With March freezer food sales coming up and your Once A Month Cooking BIG DAY around the corner (you DO participate in OAMC don’t you?) you will need some extra freezer space! The girls over at Food Storage Made Easy are assisting us with some tips today!

5 Easy Steps to Defrost a Chest Freezer

5 Easy Steps to Defrost A Chest Freezer

On March 2, 2025 by Tricia

Freezers are clearly one of our favorite things, but defrosting them is still a dreaded task. Here’s how we like to tackle this bit of annual maintenance.

10 Practical Tips for Saving Money When You’re Meal Planning

On March 1, 2025 by Tricia

“Cooking on a Budget” –– Do we hear a Yay or Nay?  At OAMM we’re all about saving money when you’re meal planning! Let’s be honest, it can sometimes feel like the majority of the world (at least here on…

Egg Substitutes for Cooking and Baking

Egg Substitutes for Cooking and Baking

On February 6, 2025 by Mindy

Having an egg allergy or sensitivity, switching to a vegan diet, or simply running out of eggs doesn’t mean sacrificing your favorite foods or delicious flavor.

Plan a Date Night In or Out with OAMM

How to Plan a Date Night In or Out with OAMM

On February 3, 2025 by Tricia

If you are looking to plan a special evening but struggling with the details, let us help you plan the perfect date night whether you stay in or go out.

How to Plan a Couple's Cooking Date

How to Plan a Couple’s Cooking Date

On January 30, 2025 by Tricia

Are you looking for a unique idea to spice up date night? We have everything you need to plan a couple’s cooking date to stock the freezer.

2-n-1 Budget Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Meal Plan

On January 2, 2025 by Mindy

Easy, Freezable, Make Ahead Budget-Friendly Recipes with Dump and Go Ingredients! 5 Budget-Friendly Recipes that Double to Make 10 Dinners for the Slow Cooker OR the Instant Pot! (Put these together in less than 1 hour!) Seriously, you can make these freezer meals…

101 Winter Freezer Meals

101 Winter Freezer Meals

On January 2, 2025 by Mindy

Winter is a time for more soups, slow cooker, and hearty meals. We have 101 winter freezer meals to freeze ahead, thaw and warm on a chilly evening.

2-n-1 Winter Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Meal Plan

On January 2, 2025 by Tricia

Fast and Easy-to-Assemble, Instant Pot OR Slow Cooker Freezable Recipes! Enjoy these 10 Easy-to-Assemble Slow Cooker OR Instant Pot Recipes that Double to Make 20 Freezer Meals! Put these 20 winter meals together in roughly 2 hours! That is 20 meals, already prepared,…

2-n-1 Real Food Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Meal Plan

On January 2, 2025 by Once a Month Meals

Easy, Freezable, Make Ahead Real Food Recipes with Dump and Go Ingredients! 5 Real Food Recipes that Double to Make 10 Dinners for the Slow Cooker OR the Instant Pot! (Put these together in less than 1 hour!) Seriously, you can make these…

2-n-1 Honey Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Meal Plan

On January 2, 2025 by Mindy

5 Dump and Go Honey Recipes that Double to Make 10 Meals for the Slow Cooker or the Instant Pot! (Put these together in less than 1 hour!) Put these honey inspired meals together in under 1 hour! That is 10 meals, already prepared, assembled…

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