On these cold dark nights there's nothing better than knowing I don't have to come home and get into cooking a weight conscious dinner! Don't get me wrong most evenings I really enjoy coming up with twists on recipes or trying to work what's left in the fridge into something tasty but sometimes I am just not.in.the.mood.
Two weeks ago I did a batch cook; it took hours and there was a lot of pans to wash but my goodness have I been glad for it, especially tonight.
I cooked up 5 beef & vegetable cottage pies and 5 chicken & vegetable pies topped with mashed potatoes; they are very decent portions and they have been stored in the freezer in foil cases (€1.49 for 8 in Dealz) so I can take them out of the freezer and put straight in the oven (30 mins to heat through or 50 mins from frozen). 50 minutes might not sound that quick but if I pop it in when I come in the door by the time I am out of the shower, changed my clothes or do whatever else I need to before sitting down to relax its ready for me to enjoy.
They are also 7.5 points each, so when I add my free veg it is a very healthy, satisfying meal! Must remember to make a note of the recipes next time though.
Feeling Winter Warm x
