Batch Cooking

Easy DIY homemade taco seasoning mix. This perfect blend of flavors is savory and spicy (but not too spicy) and can be used in place of taco seasoning packets. This big batch blend has chili powder, cornstarch, cumin, cocoa powder, oregano, salt, garlic and onion powder, pepper and cayenne. You will never go back to packets after trying this simple homemade seasoning mix. Make a big batch and store in airtight container and use in any recipe that calls for taco seasoning.

How to cook black beans in bulk in the slow cooker and freeze for future recipes. This simple money saving kitchen hack can save you $30 or more a year and avoids preservatives and addiditives found in some canned foods. This crock pot black bean recipe is equivalent to seven cans. Just freeze and use in your favorite recipes. #slowcooker #kitchenhacks

Huge list of freezer friendly recipes. Perfect for batch cooking and stocking your freezer with easy family-friendly meal solutions.

Freezer Ready French Toast Sticks recipe using Texas toast. Homemade french toast sticks with only 6 ingredients for a delicious and easy breakfast. Make a big batch and freeze for easy breakfasts the kids will love! #freezercooking #frenchtoast #kidfriendlyrecipe #breakfast

Got Ground Beef? You got the start of these 50+ recipes for ground beef including soups, Mexican dishes, comfort foods, Italian dishes, and sandwiches. Ground beef is the perfect starter to many meals. #groundbeef #homemade #soup #casserole #simple #slowcooker #recipes

Make a large batch of grilled ham & cheese sandwiches in the oven with these baking directions. This is an easy recipe for busy nights, summer break or feeding a crowd.

Love bacon, but hate the mess of cooking it? Try these simple instructions for oven cooked bacon using tin foil. No messy clean-up or grease splatters - just crispy, delicious bacon!

This classic chili recipe serves 30-40 people and is cooked in an 18-quart roaster pan. This recipe is great for chili feeds, graduation open houses, family get togethers, football parties or chili cookoffs. Made with ground beef, tomatoes, green peppers, celery, onions, black and dark red kidney beans and a blend of spices for a delicoius crowd-pleasing chili! This makes a whopping 4.5 gallons of chili. Get the full recipe.

How to cook black beans in bulk in the slow cooker and freeze for future recipes. This simple money saving kitchen hack can save you $30 or more a year and avoids preservatives and addiditives found in some canned foods. This crock pot black bean recipe is equivalent to seven cans. Just freeze and use in your favorite recipes. #slowcooker #kitchenhacks

Bulk cooking boneless, skinless chicken breast in the oven is a simple kitchen hack that will save you time (and cut down on dishes.) Cook up a batch and use through the week for recipes or a quick meal or freeze and use cooked chicken for your favorite dishes.

20 delicious, family-friendly freezer meals for dinner. Try these make-ahead recipes for baked spaghetti, chicken enchiladas, burritos, pizza casserole, sloppy joes, pulled pork, soups and stews, sweet asian chicken, Itlaian BBQ chicken and more. Great meals for freezer meal beginners, new moms, kids and families on a budget.

How to make cheeseburgers in bulk in the oven. Less mess, less prep time, lower fat and tastes great! You will love this kitchen hack for family dinner that makes it easy to feed a crowd a delicious homemade meal quickly.

Easy homemade fajita seasoning with a blend of 8 spices perfect for your favorite Mexican dish. This flavorful seasoning recipe makes the equivalent of 4 mix packets and is an easy way to save money on groceries. #fajitas

Cooking from scratch? These 6 kitchen essentials are helpful for this cook making food homemade! These kitchen tools don't take much storage room, so great for smaller kitchens. See which kitchen essentials I can't live without. #homemade #kitchen #kitchensupplies #cookingfromscratch

Batch cook chicken in your slow cooking for shredded chicken. Simply freeze and add to recipes that call for cooked chicken. This simple kitchen hack will save you time in the kitchen and make meal planning easy on busy nights.