I know there are a lot of bloggers out there who do the make ahead/freezer meals. (a.k.a. my "goode" blogging buddy Cris over at "Goodeness Gracious" has turned this into an event with her Freeze-o-rama, so please stop by her blog to see how a pro does it.) As for me I have one recipe that when I make it, I make a quadruple batch and freeze the rest for quick easy meals. (That's right I get at least 6 meals for Ott, E and I in one setting.) I'll be the first to admit it's really easy to just pull these out of the freezer and fix. So, here is how I do spinach stuffed shells with ricOTTa cheese.
Firstly, I pick a day with extra time to make the stuffed shells. Here is one of my handy recipe cards for you to click on and print off for your own recipe file. (Oh, and it was "Goodeness Gracious" where I learned how to do this. See how useful her blog is!)
When I want to serve these for dinner I pull them out of the freezer and thaw. Pour my canned homemade pasta sauce over the top. (That's right I can my own sauce, look for that in a future post when the tomatoes in my garden are ready to harvest.) Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup of Italian cheese and then stick in the oven to bake. When it's done I have one tasty Italian dish to eat.
Another reason I shared this recipe with you because I wanted to let you know about a giveaway the Indiana Dairy Association is sponsoring right now. (Did you know that they are the group that gives the winner of the Indianapolis 500 his victory ice cold milk in the winners circle?!?!?) They are giving away an ice cream maker attachment to a Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer. Stop by their Blog "Winners Drink Milk" and enter for your chance to win and find out more about the Hoosier Dairy Industry, Farmers and some great recipes.
This post was linked to:
Just something I whipped up Monday on The Girl Creative
Tempt my Tummy Tuesday at Blessed with Grace
Tasty Tuesday and Beauty and Bedlam
Tuesday at the Table at All the Small Stuff
Tuesday Taste at Crazy Daisey
Baking Day at Money Saving Mom
23 comments:
I love these, but haven't made them in years. This may prompt me to do so ... :)
Oh! Yum! that sounds really good! :P
Those look great! And I love the idea of freezer meals - I just never seem to get them done. lol
YUM! Those look so good. I've never made these but I think I will add this to the recipe pile! I'm following you from Friendly Friday! I host reviews/giveaways and blog about gardening/recipes/family/life at:
www.busyworkingmama.com
TGIF!
OK after looking at the yummy picture I just printed the recipe to make sure I try this :)
I can't wait to see your sauce recipe:) Thanks for the shout out...we heart freezer cooking 'round these parts!
Thanks for the invitation. I will link up my recipe :) That looks delicious
Yum! Looks and sounds delicious! I love freezer meals. Thanks for a great one. I am going to be trying this one out soon!!
that looks really good.. visiting from Friendly friday.
This looks really good and has made me decide to try making them again. I made these earlier this year for my sister-in-law when they had their daughter. I planned ahead and made a double batch for our freezer; however, we had a freezer malfunction and I had to throw them away. :-(
Oh, it looks so good and sounds so easy to make. I shall try these; I'm saving your recipe card. Thank you.
mmm...this sounds great! I like your idea of cooking and freezing food for later. I just got that idea a few days ago and I'm going to freeze some of the extra food we have in the house.
What a great idea to quadruple the recipe and freeze it! The look positively delicious...I am excited to try them...my kiddos would love them (hubby won;t eat many green things...ugh!). Thanks for stopping by today and your sweet words..I am following you!
Holly
504 Main
Those look delicious!
I found you from Friendly Friday and I'm glad I did, nice to meet you.
I hope you'll follow me back.
Kelly
http://KellysLuckyYou.blogspot.com
I've always wanted to make stuffed shells. Thanks for the recipe. Looking forward see how you make tomato sauce. YUM! Have a great weekend!
Yummy, thanks for sharing the recipe. Can't wait to try this one.
Thanks to "Goodness Gracious" because I'm lovin' these recipe cards - and your stuff shells look scrumptious! Good share. Happy 4th of July!
Haupi
http://hauplight.blogspot.com/
These were one of the first things I made when I was a newlywed - the first time around ;) Still make them w/Hubs #2!
We have a vacuum sealer that is fantastic for freezing. Have you tried one? You'll wonder what you did before it.
Thanks for stopping by the other day. And no wonderful you liked my sunflower painting! (I'm seeing them all over your blog!)
Have a wonderful 4th of July!
Looks yummy! I love stuffed shells! :) And, a great way to sneak some greens into the kidders during dinner! :)
I had earmarked your blog as part of my SITS Saturday Sharefest, however was caught up with work. Wish I had made the time, then I could have cooked this yummy dish on Sunday. Will be stopping by for more servings.
I am a first time mommy and blogger, so please stop by and give me some tips at :
www.morethanjustmummy.blogspot.com
My mom used to make these and I haven't had them in years. Thanks for bringing back fond memories. :)
OK I made pasta shells (but created my own recipe)...I linked to yours, though :) Love how you can freeze yours!
http://www.busyworkingmama.com/2010/07/stuffed-pasta-shells-recipe.html
Have a great week!
Excuse me while I wipe the drool! These are fantastic! Thanks for linking up to my Freezer Foods Friday party today! I'm glad you did.
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