It seems just yesterday I was posting about my summer freezer cooking stock up. I knew this summer was going to be a busy one so I wanted to make sure I started it off with breakfast, lunch, and some dinners ready to go. Let me tell you I was so happy that I took time to prep meals before the craziness of summer hit. Having food ready to eat when my kids woke up and said “mommy we are HUNGRY” was nothing short of a sanity saver every single day.
With back to school only 6 weeks away I decided to take the same plan ahead approach that I did for summer. I know 6 weeks is still a good amount of time but as we all know time flies. Not to mention I go back to work on Friday so my time will be very limited starting next week. My days of grocery shopping and cooking at my leisure are done until next summer. Boo!
Just as I did with my summer stock up I decided to focus on breakfast foods first. I find that if the only food I have ready to eat is breakfast then life is good.
I started with my beloved egg and sausage breakfast burritos. My kids love these and they are so simple to make. These burritos are also very versatile so experiment with different meats, cheeses, and vegetables.
Here are links to more of my breakfast burrito recipes.
Mushroom and bacon breakfast burrito
Mushroom and spinach breakfast burrito
I also made some breakfast sandwiches. I typically drink smoothies for breakfast but when I am in the mood for eggs these sandwiches are my personal favorite to have in the freezer for busy mornings. Before I started making my own breakfast sandwiches I would always stop for fast food breakfast sandwiches on my way to work. Obviously, this was one of my habits that caused me to gain 60 pounds in the past. Anyway, now that I make my own and control the ingredients I can still enjoy breakfast sandwiches without the guilt. I can even have real bacon!
Here is a link to my other breakfast sandwich recipe.
The last recipe I made for my back to school summer freezer stock up was a batch of breakfast cookies. We don’t always eat these for breakfast necessarily but they are wonderful to throw into lunches or for an afterschool snack. I have learned to wrap these cookies individual when freezing to make them easier to pack.
Here are some more breakfast cookie recipes:
Peanut Butter and chocolate breakfast bars
There is nothing more satisfying than filling my freezer with food. I get such a feeling of relaxation knowing that I have healthy foods ready for my family to eat. For this freezer cooking stock up session I used Glad Cling Wrap. I love the quality of this product and felt it wrapped each item very tight and snug. This is important for keeping foods fresh in the freezer longer. Most foods, when using a quality plastic wrap like Glad, will last in the freezer 3-5 months with no problems.
Over the next few weeks I plan on taking some time to prepare dinners for the freezer too. Because we all know once 5:00pm hits and everyone is asking, “what’s for dinner”, having meals prepared in advance can make all the difference between an organized week and chaotic one. I don’t know about you but I do much better when my life is organized.
What are some foods you like to have ready for the back to school season?
This post is sponsored by Glad. I used Glad cling wrap to keep the breakfast burritos, sandwiches, and breakfast cookies fresh in the freezer. I was provided with a stipend for my time and product but all opinions are my own.
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Carrie says
July 29, 2014 at 8:15 amExcellent idea!! How do you warm the different wraps, sandwiches and cookies you take out of the freezer? Cookie in the lunch box will thaw but if they want it sooner? Thank you!
Sarah Smith says
August 3, 2014 at 7:45 amWe don’t have a microwave oven right now and we wrap ours in foil then warm in the toaster oven. They pull it out the night before or I pull them out when I wake early and put them in. they are ready to go when they are.
Pat S says
July 29, 2014 at 9:10 amSmoothies are my go-to breakfast but I’ve also been using your breakfast burritos. I made the sausage and egg ones except I didn’t use sausage. I used ground turkey with sausage seasoning. Not sure I trust myself with anything called a cookie. 🙂
leah says
July 29, 2014 at 9:30 amHow long do these foods “keep” in the freezer? My husband works away and I spend 28 days cooking just for me, which means wasted food because its hard cooking for just one, I don’t want to eat processed food all the time, and some things don’t “keep” for long.
Tammy Kresge says
July 29, 2014 at 9:59 amI usually keep these breakfast items in the freezer 3-5 months with no problems.
Tess Johnson says
July 29, 2014 at 9:43 amHow long do you heat them when they are in their frozen state?
Heather says
July 29, 2014 at 2:10 pmEach recipe states how to reheat the item.
Melissa says
July 29, 2014 at 10:03 amI have always loved the breakfast burrito and lunch burrito freezer ideas! I have a waffle maker so I also pre make pancakes and waffles and use wax paper between them for freezing.
I also have freezer parties once a month with friends too for new and fresh ideas! Everyone brings the ingredients for one dish (I usually have 5-7 friends participate so amount depends on number of people in each family) and we all walk away with 5-7 meals or more if you invite more friends. Its a fun time with friends, music, snacks and wine!
I love summer produce prices. I buy tons of fruit and my cookie sheets get lots of use as I lay the prepped fruit in one layer on wax paper; freeze then put in a freezer bag for easy uses in smoothies, muffins, pancakes/waffles! My kids favorite is my pumpkin pie smoothies! 🙂 I could rant on and on! Lol
Jules says
July 29, 2014 at 10:19 amHi! Any GF freezer breakfasts??? I have made the burritos and they are awesome, but need to stay away from tortillas!!!! Thanks for the fantastic ideas!!!
Barbara Winright says
July 29, 2014 at 10:34 amThe recipe ideas are great! For large batches I use a muffin tin and bake the eggs. I find it easier also frees up some time to prepare other things while I’m waiting.
Vaneesa says
July 29, 2014 at 11:13 amDo you only use the glad wrap or are you also covering it in aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn?
Tammy Kresge says
July 30, 2014 at 11:41 amI only use the glad wrap. I have never had an issue with freezer burn.
Holly Wray says
July 29, 2014 at 12:13 pmheat up times ?
Shay says
July 31, 2014 at 11:42 amIf you click the blue links, each recipe has re-heat times and detailed instructions 🙂
Angel says
July 31, 2014 at 1:39 amI love your breakfast ideas and what a great way to have stuff ready for us running out the door moms. Do you have any muffin ideas? My kids love muffins?
Anna Wilson says
August 4, 2014 at 11:32 pmMarie Callender’s organic cornbread is to die for…. I’ve used this mix for several years and everyone in my family loves it!! Now, it’s sort of a tradition for me and the little ones to have weekly baking sessions with MC’s cornbreads and muffins. You should visit their website today http://www.mccornbread.com to purchase your mixes. I’m sure you will enjoy the great taste!
Ashley N says
August 16, 2014 at 8:08 pmAny suggestions for smaller kids before day care? My kids are 2 and 4 and my 2 year old will not eat a whole breakfast sandwich or wrap to her self… And she would just pick it apart 🙁
Cheyenne says
August 20, 2014 at 2:45 pmSo just cut a few in half and then freeze them like that. When you do hers just throw it in a bowel and let her have at it. 🙂
Cheyenne says
August 20, 2014 at 2:46 pmBowl. Lol.
Couponmom says
August 23, 2014 at 1:13 pmLove the cookie idea…tho I might bake them in mini muffin pans to make them bite size…I also make homemade mini muffins and freeze them…easier for my 10 year old to eat on the walk to the bus or pack in her lunch…