Freezer-Friendly Meals for Busy Weeknights

Whip up these freezable meals on a weekend, then pull one out and heat when you're in a weekday dinnertime pinch (5 Photos)

Regan Burns Cafiso on May 5, 2010 at 12:29PM

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Freezer-Friendly Meals for Busy Weeknights

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Freeze-Ahead Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo


With a little advance planning, the taste of slow-simmered gumbo can be on the table any night of the week. The secret to keeping the shrimp tender and succulent in this make-ahead main dish is to freeze them separately from the sausage base.

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