These tortellini with potato and pancetta are rich, practical, and made for the freezer. Inspired by Emilia-Romagna tortellini recipe and reminiscent of Ukrainian perogies, this make-ahead homemade pasta is reliable, savory, and built to last. It is perfect for make-ahead meals aficionados and anyone who treats their freezer like a pantry.
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Did the forest or farmers’ market hand you golden or yellowfoot chanterelles? Did you grab them without thinking what comes next? Stop doom-scrolling, and ignore anyone claiming you should brew them with your coffee. The answer is here: make chanterelle soup and preserve it so you can enjoy it for many lunches to come, long after the season ends.
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This dried porcini mushroom soup is the perfect intersection of simple cooking and mindful preservation. It’s rich without being heavy, earthy without being overpowering, and endlessly satisfying. It is also perfect for freezing. Whether you’re meal-prepping or enjoying it fresh, this wild mushroom soup does not disappoint
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When you’ve jammed, jellied, and still have plenty of raspberries left – make sorbet! It’s a chic France-inspired solution for berry overload. When you can’t bear to see all those raspberries go to waste, raspberry sorbet becomes more than dessert! It becomes smart food preservation! True you can’t can it, but you can freeze it
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Maybe you’re not hosting a dinner party. Maybe you’re just reheating this on a Tuesday night, wearing sweatpants, using the fancy bowl to feel something. This braised oxtrail ragu is a freezer meal that makes you look like the person who has it all together, even if you absolutely do not.
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This borscht is a gift to your future self. It’s easy to make, feeds you for days, and freezes well for when you need it most. Whether you grew up with it or just discovered it, Ukrainian Borscht is a comfort food with staying power, perfect if you like to plan ahead.
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Let us tell you something we never thought we’d say: Cioppino is weeknight food now.
This classic dish from San Francisco, once reserved for splashy dinners with linen napkins, is now 100% doable any weekday at home. Don’t roll your eyes yet—we’re serious. Read on to find out how.
Made with smoked turkey wings and chicken carcasses, this homemade bone broth chicken broth is best for soups, sauces, and sick days! It is also an ultimate make-ahead kitchen staple. Stash it in your freezer and you’ve got an instant flavor on tap. Seriously, why settle for bouillon cubes when you could have this instead?
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You may know Ukrainian cabbage rolls as comfort food, but did you know they’re the ultimate make-ahead freezer meal? Holubtsi start out delicious but turn next-level amazing after a night in the fridge or freezer. This guide will teach you to roll, cook, and most importantly reheat them like a pro. Spoiler: make extra!
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Pelmeni are a staple of Siberian cuisine, known for their delicate dough and savory meat filling. Traditionally made in large batches and frozen for convenience, pelmeni dumplings are the perfect freezer-friendly meal. Our pelmeni recipe is a Ukrainian take on this popular dish, combining classic flavors with a few personal touches.
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