10 Paleo Freezable Meals For New Moms

With a new baby in arms, the last thing you want to do – or can do – is cook. But in order to have energy, produce breast milk, and care for your little cave baby – you need to eat. Having a stack of freezable meals ready to go makes life easier, especially when there are other littles to feed.

If you have an expecting or new mom in your life, give the gift of a freezable meal. What you’re really giving her is time, peace of mind, and the mojo she needs to stick with a paleo diet that helps her feel awesome.

And if you are nesting to get ready for a new one, congratulations. Getting these meals into the freezer now means that you’ll have a little more time to snuggle up with your newborn.

#1

Buffalo chicken mini meatloaf

There are few dishes easier than mixing up the handful of ingredients needed to make a meatloaf. You can freeze it before or after baking, to have a meal ready with all the prep work done beforehand.

#2

Lamb korma

With fragrant spices like cardamon, curry, and garam masala, this lamb dish can feel like a warm hug during those postpartum days. Cook it up, allow to cool, and freeze in order to pull out when you feel too rushed or tired to cook. Serve over cauliflower rice.

#3

Classic pot roast with veggies

Roasts are one of my favorite meals to make because they are both super simple and kinda fancy. Just pop into the oven and let the heat do it’s magic. Bonus: You’re sure to have leftovers.

#4

Shepherd’s pie (AIP)

With mashed cauliflower instead of mashed potatoes, this shepherd’s pie recipe paleofies a comfort classic. The recipe calls for ground lamb, but ground beef or pork work well too.

#5

Merguez meatballs

Merguez meatballs is a fiery little twist on meatballs with a blend of delicious spices – paprika, fennel, and cumin to name a few. Originating from Northern Africa, these tasty meatballs go perfectly with a side of roasted veggies or cauliflower mash.

#6

Thai coconut soup

Both warming and nourishing, this Thai coconut soup will taste like a little cup of cheer. With bright herbs like lemongrass, lime, and cilantro – the soup is full of protein (chicken) and healthy fat (coconut milk) to keep you feeling full for longer.

#7

Cuban slow cooked pork

This succulent Cuban pork will take you to warmer climates with citrus and sweet spices. Cook in the slow cooker for hands off cooking, then shed with a fork and freeze. When you warm it up, serve with a side of mashed sweet potatoes.

#8

Greek chicken burgers (AIP)

Bites of basil and peppery oregano, these Greek chicken burgers also call for spinach – making them a quick protein that you can hold in one hand while juggling a baby in the other. Form the patties and freeze with wax paper between layers so that you can easily pull them from the freezer and warm up, as needed.

#9

Shredded beef chili

If you’ve got leftovers from that pot roast, shredded beef chili is the perfect place to use them up. Because it’s a stew-type dish, you can easily heat up your chili for a meal that is ready in minutes. Moms with colicky babes, take care around the spices in this one – your baby may or may not mind them.

#10

Beef Stew Provencal

Marinating the beef in orange juice and balsamic vinegar before cooking, this stew packs extra flavor. Add some veggies and herbs for a whole meal in one pot. Of the many beef stew recipes out there, this one is sure to stand out.