Freezer Meals in a Small Fridge | Easy Family Meal Prep

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Split peas are high in protein and cheaper than lentils.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water

💰Cheaper: homemade broth

Water reduces sodium content, while homemade broth is cost-effective.

Put on an apron and wash hands to prepare for cooking.

Gather ingredients: beans, lentils, garlic, ginger, onion, and peanut butter.

Soak beans overnight to soften them for cooking.

Use a small crusher to blend garlic and ginger for flavor.

Cook soaked beans and lentils together in a large pot.

Check the texture of the beans and lentils to ensure they are soft but not overcooked.

Let the cooked food cool down before portioning it into containers.

Label each container with the contents for easy identification later.

Arrange the lunch boxes and Ziploc bags in the small freezer for storage.

Cooking Techniques

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