Winter Meal Prep: 10 Comforting Recipes to Make Ahead

This great classic even improves after a few days in the refrigerator. Prepare this recipe in double or even triple and divide it into family-sized portions in airtight containers that will keep for 3 or 4 days in the fridge or 3 months in the freezer. Then serve it with rice, crusty bread, or nachos for a complete and totally satisfying meal!  

This Italian soup, bursting with vegetables, beans, and pasta, makes a nutritious meal in itself. If you're meal prepping it, avoid adding the pasta before freezing (the soup freezes well for 2 to 3 months); instead, cook them separately and add them when serving to prevent them from becoming too soft. Serve with a little grated Parmesan and garlic bread for a truly comforting supper!

Winter vegetables (carrots, squash, and potatoes) pair perfectly with beef simmered in a savory broth. While this dish requires a good hour of cooking, the effort will certainly be worth it when you have a ready-made meal straight from the freezer in a few weeks!

To be even more efficient, take the time to assemble several lasagnas at once. You can cook one for dinner that day and freeze the others, uncooked, in disposable aluminum pans. When you're ready to serve one in a few days or weeks, cook it directly from the freezer, simply adding 20 to 30 minutes to the usual cooking time. Serve with a green salad, and dinner is served!

This creamy and lightly spiced dish is sure to please the whole family! Prepare this recipe in double or even triple, and divide it into family-sized portions that you can store in the freezer for 2 to 3 months. Serve it over basmati rice or with naan bread for an exotic and hearty meal! 

Of course, spaghetti sauce is a classic to freeze for a quick and easy meal! You can use it not only for spaghetti but also for homemade pizzas, baked pasta, or even gratinated subs.  

This economical and nutritious soup is a true classic of Quebec cuisine. It freezes perfectly and not only makes a comforting dinner but can also serve as a quick lunch to reheat or put in kids' thermoses.

If you're not tired of eating it, tourtière is a perfect meal to cook for a meal prep session! Prepare several that you can then freeze, cooked or uncooked, according to your preference. Serve it with pickles, fruit ketchup, and coleslaw, and you have a complete and delicious meal!

Whether you serve it in burgers, sandwiches, or even with a simple salad, this easily slow-cooked pulled pork will ensure you always have a delicious meal on hand that the whole family will love!

Forget the boxed version and instead prepare this comforting classic! Divide your preparation into individual or family portions before freezing for up to three months. Not only do children generally love this dish, but you'll certainly appreciate having a quick and comforting option on hand during particularly busy evenings!