Freezer Meal Rules

To make this a successful group and a rewarding experience (ie. to make all our lives easier), there are some rules:

* You will be required to make and freeze 6 (this number will depend on who signs up) meals to exchange with the group.

* Each meal should feed about four-six adults (ex. Casserole would be 9x13 pan) I know some of us have smaller families, but this will provide leftovers.


* Try to spend around $30-40 for all costs. It sounds like a lot but that would make each meal you get $5-6 to feed your whole family – not bad, especially since you can just throw it in the oven! It is possible to spend less if you watch the sales but please don’t go over this amount.

* Your meal is designed to be the main dish. You do not need to provide any other sides, but please provide any uncooked rice, pasta, or buns that are needed to complete the main dish.

* Only make meals that you and your family have tried and enjoy. Please don’t experiment on the group!

* Package the meal in a disposable container, such as a Frozen Ziploc Bag or Aluminum Casserole Pan covered with Aluminum Foil.

* Write on the packaging the Meal Title, Directions to cook from thawed, and the Month/Year.
* Because these meals should arrive FROZEN, please prepare the meal accordingly, See Freezing Tips.

* Bring Frozen Meals in a basket, cooler, or large box to exchange then leave with 6 DIFFERENT Frozen Meals to serve throughout the month

* If you cannot meet on the specified meeting date, you can make arrangement beforehand to hand-deliver the meals or provide you own substitute. Your substitute needs to be fully aware of all the directions and rules. (please notify Kara of any problems/concerns/changes).

* E-mail the recipe the day we exchange. Include all ingredients and directions, any sides that will go well with the meal, and your name and phone number. The recipe will also be included on the blog.