Freezer Favorites

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Well, it is officially a snow day for us! Only in Texas do we cancel school at the thought of snow and ice coming...I guess I can't complain about a 3-day weekend!!

Maybe ice is on my mind, but I decided to take a look into some freezer staples. A couple months back I took a look into my pantry at some of my favorites so I thought I could do the same with my top 5 freezer options. When I get on a kick, I really enjoy cooking but typically gourmet is not my style. I am more of a de-thaw kinda gal!! I love the ease of busting something out of the freezer for a quick meal or snack! So, what do I keep frozen?

The FDA has confirmed that frozen vegetables provide the same nutrients as fresh and are frozen at their peak freshness. Vary it up, there are some really tasty mixtures or grilled options! I love the grilled squash and zucchini!!

Shrimp! One of my favorites is their versatility-they can be cold, hot, in sauces, eaten plain...the possibilities are endless! They are so easy to bust out and thaw quickly for an easy meal. They are a low-fat, low-calorie protein option that are high in Vitamin D and B12.

Veggie burgers are fantastic! Don't let them fool you, they taste so much better than you could think and a great meat-less option that still provides protein and fiber. Gardenburger has many wonderful choices but my favorites are the original and the sun-dried tomato burger! Yum, throw it on a sandwich round and you won't even miss the meat!

I put blueberries in and on EVERYTHING! Oatmeal, pancakes, cereal, plain with milk, in smoothies, with peanut butter...or just by the spoonful!! Help fight aging, great anti-oxidants, fight belly fat, reduce inflammation, digestion, mental health-and the list goes on! Great and easy option!!

I tried these during carb-loading and fell in love! Easy in the morning to pop in the toaster and get your whole-wheat and flax needs!! Add those blueberries to it and you will quickly find a new obsession! If a breakfast option, try to get some protein with it-whether that's adding peanut butter, egg whites or milk with whey protein!

What are your freezer favorites??

Megan