Honey Bourbon Chicken Johnny Marzetti with Cheesy Noodles

Ranch Pork Chops Apple Pie Pork ChopsMama Rita's Meatballs

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We know all too well that prepared meals can be the difference between a good day and a great day! This mini menu will provide you with 10 freezer meals (5 recipes that will double to eat 2 times) in a matter of a couple hours! Simply shop, prep and freeze. Then, the night before you want to prepare the dish, pull it into your refrigerator for thawing. Follow the label directions, and your meal is on its way!

Serving Sizes This menu is set to 4 servings; however, when you are a Once A Month Meals Member, you are able to customize the serving size (and recipes) to your family’s size and needs.

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What’s Included in this menu? 1. Combined Grocery Shopping List organized by category for faster & easier shopping.2. Prep Instructions to help you prepare all your ingredients ahead of time.3. Step-by-step Cooking Day Instructions for fast and efficient freezer cooking.4. Individual Recipe Cards with detailed cooking and freezing instructions.5. Printable Labels for your freezer bags with thawing and reheating instructions.6. A Thaw Sheet for a full list of your menu’s defrosting or reheating instructions.

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Shopping ListServing each recipe 2 times to 4 people.

Item Amount Measure Notes

Baking items

bread crumbs 2 ounces

cornstarch 0.5 ounces

flour, all-purpose 1.25 ounces

sugar 11 ounces

vegetable oil 2 fluid ounces

Canned goods

cream of chicken soup 21 ounces

diced tomatoes, canned 32 ounces

Condiments

honey 24.125 ounces

ketchup 4 ounces

soy sauce 8 fluid ounces

soy sauce, low sodium 2 fluid ounces

Dairy

cheddar cheese, shredded 8 ounces

egg 4 large

parmesan cheese, shredded 1.33 ounces

Meat

chicken, thighs,boneless/skinless

3 pounds

ground beef 4 pounds

Item Amount Measure Notes

pork chops, boneless 7 pounds

Mixes

ranch dressing mix 2 ounces

Other

bouillon, beef, cubes 0.25 ounces

water 22 fluid ounces

Pasta

egg noodles 16 ounces

Produce

apple 12 medium

bell pepper, green 3 medium

garlic, cloves 6 medium

onion 2 medium

parsley, fresh 1 bunch

Spices

allspice, ground 0.125 ounces

black pepper 0 ounces

cinnamon 0.25 ounces

cloves, ground 0.125 ounces

garlic powder 0.125 ounces

red pepper flakes 0.125 ounces

salt 0.25 ounces

Containers

round disposable container, 64oz

10

gallon freezer bag 2

Item Amount Measure Notes

quart freezer bag 2

Supplies

label

baking sheet

Serving DayItem Amount Measure Notes

Baking items

cornstarch 1.125 ounces

Canned goods

marinara sauce 32 fluid ounces

Other

water 17 fluid ounces

While this list attempts to flag items that need to be specially purchased for your dietary needs (such as gluten free, dairy free, etc),ingredients are always changing in products. Therefore, we urge you to read labels while shopping for any product, as you knowyour dietary needs best.

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Prep InstructionsServing each recipe 2 times to 4 people.

Your Recipe Cards and Cooking Day Instructions assume that you have completed the below tasks before you start your cookingday.

MeatsNeeded

Amount Measure Instructions Included In

GroundBeef 2 pounds

If less than 3 lbs total - brown in a skillet or prog. pressure cooker on sauté. More than 3 lbs total -(note: 1 lb for each quart; example 3 lbs will fit in a 3 quart appliance). Slow cooker: Add beef with1 cup of water. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours. Prog. Pressure Cooker: Add beef with

1 cup of water. Cook 10 minutes on high pressure. Quick release.

InstantPotJohnnyMarzettiwithCheesyNoodles

To-Do NightBefore

Amount Measure Instructions Included In

Egg Noodles 16 ounces Prepare according to packagedirections.

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Chopping ListAmountBought

Measure Approx. PrepAmount

Prep Measure Ingredient Included In

Apple 12 medium 12 cups peel and sliceApple

Instant Pot Apple Pie PorkChops

Bell Pepper, Green 3 medium 3 cups slice BellPepper, Green

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Egg 4 large 4 individual beat Egg Instant Pot Mama Rita'sMeatballs

Garlic, Cloves 6 medium 6 teaspoons mince Garlic,Cloves

Instant Pot Mama Rita'sMeatballsInstant Pot Honey BourbonChicken - Traditional Version

Onion 2 medium 2 ½ cups dice Onion

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Parsley, Fresh 1 bunch ¼ cups chop Parsley,Fresh Instant Pot Mama Rita's

Meatballs

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Cooking Day InstructionsServing each recipe 2 times to 4 people.

Menu Description Menu Notes

 

Step1

Instant Pot Honey Bourbon Chicken - Traditional Version: Combine all ingredients except for cornstarch andwater and divide among indicated number of round, freezable containers. Label and freeze.

Step2

Freeze Instant Pot Johnny Marzetti with Cheesy Noodles: Divide the following among indicated number of freezercontainers: ground beef, onions, diced tomatoes, garlic powder and bouillon cubes. Seal and freeze. In a bowl,mix the water, soy sauce, sugar and corn starch. Divide green peppers and liquid mixture among quart freezerbags. Label and freeze. Place cooked noodles and cheddar cheese in gallon freezer bags. Label and freeze alltogether in close proximity.

Step3

Freeze Instant Pot Ranch Pork Chops: Divide the pork chops among the indicated number of freezer containers. In abowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Mix well. Divide the sauce among the containers of pork. Label andfreeze.

Step4

Freeze Instant Pot Apple Pie Pork Chops: Divide all the ingredients, except the pork chops, into the indicated numberof freezer containers. Mix well. Place pork chops on top. Label and freeze.

Step5

Freeze Instant Pot Mama Rita's Meatballs: In a large mixing bowl combine raw ground beef, garlic, onion,breadcrumbs, eggs, red pepper, salt, pepper, parsley, and Parmesan. You may need to use your hands to get itthoroughly combined. Roll meat mixture into balls about 1.5-2 inches in diameter. Flash freeze meatballs on abaking sheet. Divide meatballs among indicated number of freezer containers. Label and freeze.

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Recipe CardsServing each recipe 2 times to 4 people.

Instant Pot Apple Pie Pork ChopsAuthor Name: Tricia

Recipe URL: https://onceamonthmeals.com/recipes/instant-pot-apple-pie-pork-chops/

Yield: 8 Servings

Ingredients

12 cups peel and slice Apple

1 ½ cups Sugar

4 tablespoons Flour, All-Purpose

2 teaspoons Cinnamon

1 teaspoon Cloves, Ground

1 teaspoon Allspice, Ground

3 pounds Pork Chops, Boneless

Serving Day Ingredients

1 cup Water

Supplies Needed

Label

Containers Needed

2 Round Disposable Container, 64 oz

Cooking to Freeze Instructions

Divide all the ingredients, except the pork chops, into the indicated number of freezer containers. Mix well. Place pork chops on top.Label and freeze.

Serving Day Instructions

**Depending on your container size/shape and your serving size, you may need to adjust cooking times given as it is based on 4servings frozen in a 64 ounce container.**. Place the frozen contents into the inner pot and add water. Saute for 5 minutes. Lock thelid in place and seal the steam nozzle. Set on manual for 10 minutes. Natural release for 5 minutes then quick release any remainingpressure. Remove pork chops and spoons apples over the top.

Instant Pot Honey Bourbon Chicken - Traditional VersionAuthor Name: Mindy

Recipe URL: https://onceamonthmeals.com/recipes/instant-pot-honey-bourbon-chicken-traditional-version/

Yield: 8 Servings

Ingredients

3 pounds Chicken, Thighs, Boneless/Skinless

¼ teaspoons Salt

¼ teaspoons Black Pepper

1 cup dice Onion

2 cups Honey

1 cup Soy Sauce

½ cups Ketchup

4 tablespoons Vegetable Oil

4 teaspoons mince Garlic, Cloves

½ tablespoons Red Pepper Flakes

Serving Day Ingredients

4 tablespoons Cornstarch

2 tablespoons Water

Supplies Needed

Label

Containers Needed

2 Round Disposable Container, 64 oz

Cooking to Freeze Instructions

Combine all ingredients except for cornstarch and water and divide among indicated number of round, freezable containers. Labeland freeze.

Serving Day Instructions

**Depending on your container size/shape and your serving size, you may need to adjust cooking times given as it is based on 4servings frozen in a 64 ounce container.**. ** Though it doesn't seem likely that this recipe will work for liquid issues--we assure youthis recipe has been tested multiple times in the Instant Pot with great success.**Place frozen contents into inner pot. Lock cover intoplace and seal steam nozzle. Cook on the poultry setting (15 minutes) and add an additional 10 minutes or manually set for 25minutes. Naturally release pressure for 5 minutes then quick release remaining pressure. Remove chicken and dice. Set Instant Potsetting to saute. In a bowl, combine cornstarch and water. Add cornstarch mixture and chicken to pot and continue to cook (onsaute) for 2-3 minutes until thickened.

Instant Pot Johnny Marzetti with Cheesy NoodlesAuthor Name: Tricia

Recipe URL: https://onceamonthmeals.com/recipes/instant-pot-johnny-marzetti-with-cheesy-noodles/

Yield: 8 Servings

Ingredients

3 cups cook Ground Beef

1 cup dice Onion

32 ounces Diced Tomatoes, Canned

¼ teaspoons Garlic Powder

2 individual Bouillon, Beef, Cubes

4 tablespoons Water

3 cups slice Bell Pepper, Green

4 tablespoons Soy Sauce, Low Sodium

2 teaspoons Sugar

2 tablespoons Cornstarch

16 ounces cook Egg Noodles

8 ounces Cheddar Cheese, Shredded

Supplies Needed

Label

Containers Needed

2 Round Disposable Container, 64 oz

2 Gallon Freezer Bag

2 Quart Freezer Bag

Cooking to Freeze Instructions

Divide the following among indicated number of freezer containers: ground beef, onions, diced tomatoes, garlic powder and bouilloncubes. Seal and freeze. In a bowl, mix the water, soy sauce, sugar and corn starch. Divide green peppers and liquid mixture amongquart freezer bags. Label and freeze. Place cooked noodles and cheddar cheese in gallon freezer bags. Label and freeze alltogether in close proximity.

Serving Day Instructions

**Depending on your container size/shape and your serving size, you may need to adjust cooking times given as it is based on 4servings frozen in a 64 ounce container.**. Place frozen meat contents in inner pot. Saute for 5 minutes. Lock lid into place and sealsteam nozzle. Cook on manual setting for 10 minutes. Quick release pressure. Add contents of quart bag and saute for 5 minutes.Heat noodles in microwave for 3 minutes. Serve mixture over cheesy noodles.

Instant Pot Mama Rita's MeatballsAuthor Name: Kim

Recipe URL: https://onceamonthmeals.com/recipes/instant-pot-mama-ritas-meatballs/

Yield: 40 meatballs (5 per serving)

Ingredients

2 pounds Ground Beef

2 teaspoons mince Garlic, Cloves

½ cups dice Onion

½ cups Bread Crumbs

4 individual beat Egg

1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes

1 teaspoon Salt

½ teaspoons Black Pepper

¼ cups chop Parsley, Fresh

¼ cups Parmesan Cheese, Shredded

Serving Day Ingredients

4 cups Marinara Sauce

1 cup Water

Supplies Needed

Label

Baking Sheet

Containers Needed

2 Round Disposable Container, 64 oz

Cooking to Freeze Instructions

In a large mixing bowl combine raw ground beef, garlic, onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, red pepper, salt, pepper, parsley, and Parmesan.You may need to use your hands to get it thoroughly combined. Roll meat mixture into balls about 1.5-2 inches in diameter. Flashfreeze meatballs on a baking sheet. Divide meatballs among indicated number of freezer containers. Label and freeze.

Serving Day Instructions

**Depending on your container size/shape and your serving size, you may need to adjust cooking times given as it is based on 4servings frozen in a 64 ounce container.**. Add water to the inner pot. Place frozen meatballs into inner pot. Cover with sauce. Locklid into place and seal steam nozzle. Cook on the manual setting for 6 minutes. Natural release pressure for 5 minutes.

Instant Pot Ranch Pork ChopsAuthor Name: Marisa

Recipe URL: https://onceamonthmeals.com/recipes/instant-pot-ranch-pork-chops/

Yield: 8 Servings

Ingredients

4 pounds Pork Chops, Boneless

2 ounces Ranch Dressing Mix

21 ounces Cream of Chicken Soup

2 ½ cups Water

Supplies Needed

Label

Containers Needed

2 Round Disposable Container, 64 oz

Cooking to Freeze Instructions

Divide the pork chops among the indicated number of freezer containers. In a bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Mix well.Divide the sauce among the containers of pork. Label and freeze.

Serving Day Instructions

**Depending on your container size/shape and your serving size, you may need to adjust cooking times given as it is based on 4servings frozen in a 64 ounce container.**. Place frozen contents into the inner pot. Saute for 5 minutes. Lock the cover into placeand seal the steam nozzle. Set on the meat/stew setting and adjust to 15 minutes, or set manually for 15 minutes. Quick release thepressure.

Instant Pot HoneyBourbon Chicken -Traditional Version

Date Frozen:

**Depending on your containersize/shape and your serving size, youmay need to adjust cooking times givenas it is based on 4 servings frozen in a 64ounce container.** Place frozen contentsinto inner pot. Lock cover into place andseal steam nozzle. Cook on the poultrysetting (15 minutes) and add an additional10 minutes or manually set for 25minutes. Naturally release pressure for 5minutes then quick release remainingpressure. Remove chicken and dice. SetInstant Pot to saute. In a bowl, combinecornstarch and water. Add cornstarchmixture and chicken to pot and continueto cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened.

Instant Pot JohnnyMarzetti withCheesy Noodles

Date Frozen:

**Depending on your containersize/shape and your serving size, youmay need to adjust cooking times givenas it is based on 4 servings frozen in a 64ounce container.** Place frozen meatcontents in inner pot. Saute for 5minutes. Lock lid into place and sealsteam nozzle. Cook on manual setting for10 minutes. Quick release pressure. Addcontents of quart bag and saute for 5minutes. Heat noodles in microwave for 3minutes. Serve mixture over cheesynoodles.

Instant Pot RanchPork Chops

Date Frozen:

**Depending on your containersize/shape and your serving size, youmay need to adjust cooking times givenas it is based on 4 servings frozen in a 64ounce container.** Place frozen contentsinto the inner pot. Saute for 5 minutes.Lock the cover into place and seal thesteam nozzle. Set on the manual settingfor 15 minutes. Quick release thepressure.

Instant Pot ApplePie Pork Chops

Date Frozen:

**Depending on your containersize/shape and your serving size, youmay need to adjust cooking times givenas it is based on 4 servings frozen in a 64ounce container.** Place the frozencontents into the inner pot and addwater. Saute for 5 minutes. Lock the lid inplace and seal the steam nozzle. Set onmanual for 10 minutes. Quick release thepressure. Remove pork chops andspoons apples over the top.

Instant Pot MamaRita's Meatballs

Date Frozen:

**Depending on your containersize/shape and your serving size, youmay need to adjust cooking times givenas it is based on 4 servings frozen in a 64ounce container.** Add water to the innerpot. Place frozen meatballs into inner potand cover with sauce. Lock lid into placeand seal steam nozzle. Cook on themanual setting for 6 minutes. Naturalrelease pressure for 5 minutes.

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Thaw SheetServing each recipe 2 times to 4 people.

Thaw Instructions Cooking Time Cooking Type

Dinners

Instant Pot Apple Pie Pork Chops Prep from frozen 32 minutes Prog. pressure cooker

Instant Pot Honey Bourbon Chicken - Traditional Version Prep from frozen about 1 hour Prog. pressure cooker

Instant Pot Johnny Marzetti with Cheesy Noodles Prep from frozen 34 minutes Prog. pressure cooker

Instant Pot Mama Rita's Meatballs Prep from frozen 23 minutes Prog. pressure cooker

Instant Pot Ranch Pork Chops Prep from frozen 30 minutes Prog. pressure cooker