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This dish has 4 parts: Pork; Tortillas; Creamy Cilantro Sauce, Fresh Shredded Cabbage.

FREEZER TO INSTANT POT (BEST!): While pork cooks, let tortillas and Creamy Cilantro Sauce thaw at room temp. Add 1 cup water to instant pot. Pressure cook pork on high for 40 minutes. Quick release. Shred pork directly in pot. Set Instant Pot to "saute" and saute 10-15 min until liquid evaporates. Follow Creamy Cilantro Sauce and tortilla instructions below. (If pork is thawed, pressure cook on high for 30 minutes.)

THAW TO CROCKPOT: We recommend a small crock pot (1 1/2 quart) to ensure the pork stays tender. QUICKTHAW PORK by submerging well-sealed bag in warm water 10-15 min. Add 1/2 cup water to crock pot. Add pork (pork only - do not add Creamy Cilantro Sauce into crock pot) to crock pot and slow cook on low (cook all day) or medium (cook half day) until pork is tender. Remove pork from crock pot, leaving juices behind. Shred pork with a fork and add in juice from crock pot to taste, if desired. Follow Creamy Cilantro Sauce and tortilla instructions below.

TORTILLAS: Open one corner of the bag containing tortillas and microwave approx 20 seconds until steaming. CREAMY CILANTRO SAUCE: This sauce is served at room temp or slightly chilled. Shake sauce packet well, open and pour into small bowl. 

INTERNAL TEMP (PORK): 160F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve pork in tortillas topped with Creamy Cilantro Sauce and fresh shredded cabbage. Pico de gallo, guacamole and shredded lettuce are nice additions if you have on-hand at home! Ice cold beer.

This dish contains 2 parts: Whole chicken; Aji Verde Sauce. The aji verde sauce is packaged in the same pan with the chicken. 

THAW AJI VERDE SAUCE & STIR.

QUICKTHAW chicken by submerging well-sealed bag in water about an hour. Drain liquid out of bag and pat chicken dry.

***NOTE: Actual cooking time will depend on chicken size as well as the starting temperature of the chicken, and may vary significantly. Please check internal temperature to be sure chicken is properly cooked!   

Preheat oven to 450F... Yes, 450F - we are emulating a rotisserie. Rub spices all over chicken, even up under the skin. For best results, place chicken on rimmed baking sheet lined with foil. You may also use pan provided - spray with non-stick spray. Bake on lower rack for 30 min, then turn chicken over and bake 25-45 min more to reach 165F int temp. Check temp near the bone! Add salt to taste. Serve roasted chicken with Aji Verde Sauce on the side.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Aji Verde Sauce. Roasted potatoes, green salad. Pinot Gris.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. Instant read pocket thermometers are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This is an all-in-one dish.

THAW. Preheat oven to 350F. Bake, uncovered, 35-50 minutes until internal temp is reached and juices run clear. Discard any liquid in pan. PRO TIP: If you're in a hurry to thaw the chops, transfer them to a ziploc bag, seal tightly and submerge well-sealed bag in water 10-15 min until chops are thawed. Return to pan to bake.

OPTIONAL: Sear chops lightly on each side in a skillet on the stovetop and then finish baking in the oven until internal temp is reached. It’s a little extra work, but gives a nice color and seals in delicious flavor!

INTERNAL TEMP:160F. Please check the internal temp! Over-cooking pork is very common and causes pork (a lean meat) to become tough!

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Sautéed spinach drizzled with balsamic vinegar, baby carrots. Merlot.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. Instant read pocket thermometers are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish has 4 parts: Pork Tenderloin; Spice Pack; Yellow Rice; Black Beans.

QUICKTHAW tenderloin and by submerging well-sealed package in water approx 15 min.

RICE: Bring 1 3/4 cup water to boil. Add rice, stir. Once boiling, stir again, set heat to low and simmer, covered, for 18 mins. 

BLACK BEANS: If frozen, pop out of plastic container and microwave, covered in microwave-safe dish, for 2 mins. Stir, then microwave another 90 sec or until steaming. Add a little water if they seem too thick. If thawed, microwave in microwave-safe dish until steaming. 

TENDERLOIN: SEASON: Rub spice mix into pork tenderloin, and then Grill, Saute, or Oven-Bake --> GRILL (Recommended - we LOVE grilled pork tenderloin!):  Grill over med to high heat for approx 6 minutes on each side. -- OR SAUTE:  Saute pork over low-medium heat 10-20 min, turning occasionally. -- OR OVEN-BAKE: Preheat oven to 375F. Place thawed tenderloin on greased baking sheet and bake 25-40 min until 145F internal temp is reached.

INTERNAL TEMP: 145F. Careful not to overcook - pork is a lean meat and becomes tough when overcooked. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

SERVIING SUGGESTIONS: Serve pork with black beans and rice on the side. 

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. We recommend instant read pocket thermometers - they are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish has 3 parts: Chicken, Bistro Sauce, Potatoes.

**Tip: When cooking the chicken, be careful not to burn bottom of skillet - the sauce will be cooked in there as well!**  POTATOES: Preheat oven to 375F. Spread potatoes on greased baking sheet and bake 30-40 min until done.

QUICK-THAW chicken pack and wine sauce by submerging well-sealed containers in water 15-20 min until thawed. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add 2 tbls canola oil. Saute chicken breasts approx 5-7 minutes on each side, turning once, until chicken reaches internal temp. of 165F. Remove cooked chicken from pan and set aside while you prepare the sauce. Add sauce to the same skillet, stirring to incorporate the flavorful "brown bits" and any juices left in the bottom of the pan while the chicken cooked. Bring sauce to light simmer and cook until reduced by about half. If sauce seems too dry, stir in up to 1/4 cup water.  Once sauce is reduced, return chicken to pan and toss in the cooked potatoes. 

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Green beans, Chardonnay.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. Instant read pocket thermometers are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish has 3 parts: Chicken; Sauce; Linguine

QUICKTHAW Chicken and Sauce by submerging well-sealed packages in water 15-20 min.

PREPARE LINGUINE: Bring large pot of water to a boil. Add linguine and boil 9-11 minutes until done to your taste. Drain. While pasta is still steaming, add sauce and toss to mix well. 

PREPARE CHICKEN: In a skillet over low-medium heat, add 1 tbls oil. Sauté chicken breasts approx 5-7 minutes on each side, turning once, until chicken reaches internal temp. Remove cooked chicken from pan, set aside. Add sauce to pan and bring to a gentle boil. Be sure to scrape up all the "brown bits" on the bottom of the pan from cooking the chicken - they add flavor! Serve chicken over linguine, or cube the cutlets and toss it all together.

INTERNAL TEMPERATURE: 165F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Field green salad and Italian dressing. Pinot Gris.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. We recommend instant read pocket thermometers - they are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This is an all-in-one dish.

THAWED: Bake uncovered for approx 45-50 minutes.

FREEZER TO OVEN: Preheat oven to 350F. Bake, loosely covered, replacing lid with aluminum foil - for 1 hour. Uncover and bake approx 30-40 min more until internal temp is reached.

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with Dinner Done Roasted Red Pepper Mashed Potatoes and fresh green beans. Chianti.

This dish has 3 parts: Chicken Cutlets; Honey Roasted Peanuts; Cilantro-Lime Sauce. 

THAW SAUCE AND PEANUTS.

QUICKTHAW CUTLETS by placing well-sealed Ziploc in water for 10-15 minutes.

SAUTE: In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 Tbls oil. Once oil is heated, add cutlets and cook 5-7 minutes per side, until int temp is reached. Lower heat if it seems too hot. Sauté in batches if necessary. Drizzle with sauce and top with chopped peanuts.

BAKED: Thaw Chicken. Preheat oven to 375F. Place cutlets on greased cookie sheet and bake 25-45 min until internal temp is reached. Drizzle with sauce and top with chopped peanuts.

INTERNAL TEMP 165F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with a side of our Thai Pesto Pasta, and roasted carrots. Sauvignon Blanc. 

FUN TWIST: Chop chicken into bite sized pieces and serve wrapped in romaine or iceberg lettuce cups. Drizzle with sauce and sprinkle chopped peanuts on top! 

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. Instant read pocket thermometers are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This is an all-in-one dish. 

FREEZER TO OVEN: Preheat oven to 350F, place frozen chicken in oven and bake, covered with aluminum foil, for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake approx 45 minutes to 1 hour more.

THAWED: Bake, uncovered, at 350F 45 min to 1 hour.

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with linguine tossed in garlic butter and fresh green salad. Pinot Blanc.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. We recommend instant read pocket thermometers - they are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish has 3 parts: Pork Chops; Marsala Mushroom Bacon Sauce; Monterey Jack Cheese. 

QUICKTHAW Chops and Sauce by submerging well-sealed bag in water 15-20 min.  THAW CHEESE.

SAUTE CHOPS: In a large skillet add a little oil and sauté chops over med heat, for 5 min per side until internal temp is reached, being careful not to overbrown chops. Set chops aside. SAUCE:  In same skillet on med-high heat, place Marsala Mushroom Bacon Sauce and sauté for approx. 4 minutes.  Remove sauce from heat. Spinkle cheese over chops and spoon hot sauce over cheese to melt.

INTERNAL TEMP: 155F (slightly pink to white and juicy). 

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Mashed potatoes, green beans. Pinot Grigio.  

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot/instantpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. We recommend instant read pocket thermometers - they are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish has 2 parts: Chicken; Lime Butter Sauce. 

FREEZER TO OVEN. Preheat oven to 350F, placed frozen chicken in oven and bake covered - with lid loosened ? 45 min. Uncover and bake 45 min to 1 hour more until internal temp is reached. Top with melted lime-butter sauce right before serving.

THAWED: Preheat oven to 350F, baked uncovered 45 min to 1 hour, topping with melted lime butter sauce last 15-20 minutes.

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Top with Lime Butter Sauce. Serve with asparagus and Dinner Done Roasted Red Pepper Mashed Potatoes. Pinot Grigio.

This is an all-in-one dish.

RICE PILAF: RICE:  In a little(1-2 Tbs) oil or butter toast almonds in a small pot on medium until light brown.  Set aside.  Add 1 1/4 cups of water to the pot, bring to a boil then add rice mix.  Once boiling bring heat to low, cover and steam for 18mins.  Serve almonds over rice.  

THAWED: Preheat oven to 350F. Bake tenderloin, uncovered, for 30-45 minutes until int temp is reached.

FREEZER TO OVEN: Preheat oven to 350F and bake tenderloin, uncovered, for 1 hour to 1 hour 20 min until internal temp is reached.

INTERNAL TEMP: 155F. Let stand 10 min before slicing.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with almond pilaf, steamed asparagus and chopped salad with blue cheese dressing. Chianti.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. Instant read pocket thermometers are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This is an all-in-one dish. 

THAW. Preheat oven to 375F and bake, uncovered, approx 50 mins to 1 hour 15 mins. Baste roast with juices in pan periodically. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing. 

INTERNAL TEMP: 155F. Pork is a lean meat and will be dry if overcooked. We recommend using an instant read meat thermometer to ensure this dish is cooked perfectly every time!

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Baby red potatoes (pierce skins with knife or fork, add to microwave safe dish with enough water to cover potatoes, cover and microwave for approx 5 mins) and steamed broccoli, both tossed with butter, salt, and pepper. Pinot Noir.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. Instant read pocket thermometers are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish has 4 parts: Shrimp; Pasta; Pesto; Red Pepper Flakes.

QUICKTHAW SHRIMP AND PESTO by submerging well-sealed packages in water 10-15 minutes.

Bring a large pot of water and 1 tsp salt to a boil. Heat a large skillet on med-high. Add pasta to boiling water and cook until al dente. While cooking pasta, saute shrimp until it is opaque and cooked through. Add the cilantro pesto to the pan with your shrimp, sprinkle in red pepper flakes to taste, and cook just until hot throughout. Add your shrimp mixture to your pasta and toss. Enjoy! Serve warm or cold.

INTERNAL TEMP: 145F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Crusty French bread. Pinot Grigio.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot/instantpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. We recommend instant read pocket thermometers - they are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish has 3 parts: Shrimp; Orzo; Feta Cheese. 

QUICKTHAW by placing well-sealed bag in water 15-20 min.

ORZO: Boil in lightly salted water for 6-8 minutes until tender. Drain.

THAWED: Saute shrimp/tomato in skillet over medium heat until shrimp is opaque and cooked throughout. Toss with cooked orzo and feta cheese.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Add toasted garlic bread and a Greek style salad with crisp iceberg lettuce, olives and vinaigrette. Chianti.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. We recommend instant read pocket thermometers - they are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish has 2 parts: Pork Chops; Creamy Basil Sauce. 

QUICKTHAW Pork Chops and Sauce by submerging well-sealed packages in water 15-20 minutes. 

SAUTE: In skillet, heat 1-2 Tbls oil over med heat. saute chops 5-8 mins on each side. Remove chops. In same skillet, saute sauce over med heat 2-4 mins, stirring constantly, until thickened slightly. Add chops back in to skillet with sauce. 

INTERNAL TEMP: 145F.

SERVING SUGGESTION: Sweet Corn Mashed Potatoes, steamed green beans, Pinot Noir. 

This dish has 4 parts: Shrimp & Veggies, Red Curry Paste, White Rice, Coconut Milk (kept in pantry). 

RICE: Combine rice, 1 ½ cups water, ¼ tsp salt (optional) in a saucepan. Heat to boiling, stir once. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 16-18 min until rice is tender. 

PANANG SHRIMP: Freezer to Skillet. Heat saucepan over medium-high heat. Sauté shrimp/veggies from frozen in heated sauce pan for 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp begins to cook. Stir coconut milk in with shrimp/veggies and bring to light boil, stirring. Reduce heat to a simmer. Add red curry paste to taste - this is spicy, so start with a little! Continue cooking until shrimp is opaque throughout. Remove from heat and serve over rice.

INTERNAL TEMP: 145F.

SERVING SUGGESTION: Serve over rice, with salad or spring rolls. Reisling.

This dish has 3 parts: Chicken; Chimichurri, Tortillas

THAW CHIMICHURRI AND TORTILLAS.

QUICKTHAW chicken by submerging well-sealed bag in water 15-20 minutes until thawed.

GRILL (Best): Grill chicken over medium heat until cooked to internal temp. ALTERNATELY, pan sauté the chicken until internal temp is reached or oven bake at 350F for 40-50 minutes until internal temp is reached.

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Slice chicken and serve in tortillas with Chimichurri. Side of black beans and rice. Ice cold beer.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. We recommend instant read pocket thermometers - they are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish has 3 parts: Beef; Sauce; Seasoning.

QUICKTHAW Beef & Sauce by submerging well-sealed containers in water 15-20 min. It's OK if sauce is still a bit frozen. 

BEEF: Season beef with the included seasoning packet. Add a drizzle of your preferred cooking oil to a skillet and heat over medium. Add beef tips and cook 2 minutes each side. Set beef aside. Add 1/2 cup water to the same skillet + Diane sauce. Bring to a boil and, stirring constantly, reduce to desired thickness. Stir beef back into sauce.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve over Dinner Done Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, steamed green beans. Cabernet.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. We recommend instant read pocket thermometers - they are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish includes 3 parts: Beef; Tortillas; Cheddar Cheese. 

NOTE THAT WE RECOMMEND A 2-QUART (MINI) CROCK POT TO ENSURE DISH DOES NOT DRY OUT. INSTANT POT CAN BE ANY SIZE. 

CROCK POT: QUICKTHAW BEEF by submerging well-sealed bag in water for 10-15 minutes. Add contents of Ziploc plus 1/4 cup water to a crock pot. Slow-cook on low to medium heat for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours - the time may vary for a number of reasons, but the important thing is to cook until the beef is tender and can be shredded. Remove beef from crock pot, reserving liquid in crock pot. Shred beef with fork and fingers. Toss shredded beef in reserved liquid. 

FREEZER TO INSTANT POT (best!): Add 1 cup water to Instant Pot. Cook on high pressure for 60 minutes. Quick release. Remove meat, shred and put back into pot with liquid. Use saute function and evaporate most of the liquid, approx 5-10 min.

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F. 

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Spoon beef into tortillas and top with the included cheddar cheese and fresh cabbage! Jazz it up with jalapenos, sour cream and pico de gallo if you'd like. Corona Beer.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. We recommend instant read pocket thermometers - they are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish has 2 parts: Chicken Cutlets; Citrus Beurre Blanc.

QUICKTHAW CHICKEN AND SAUCE by submerging well-sealed packages in water 15-20 min.

Over medium-low heat, brown cutlets in a little oil, about 4 minutes each side or until internal temp of 165F is reached.  Be careful not too cook over too high heat – the pan should not be dark brown or the sauce will taste burned.  Remove cutlets and set aside while you prepare the sauce.  

SAUCE: Set butter pats aside for now- some thyme will stick to them, that’s fine! Pour contents of sauce (all except those buttter pats that you sat aside!) in pan on med-high heat. Make sure ALL sauce is scraped out of containers. Simmer until sauce is reduced by half. Remove from heat, add butter and whisk until creamy.

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Spoon sauce over chicken. Serve with a side of fresh sauteed green beans and white rice.

This dish has 3 parts: French Cut Green Beans; Sliced Almonds; Parmesan Butter. 

FREEZER TO SKILLET: Place frozen green beans in a large skillet over med-high heat, stirring occasionally until all moisture evaporates. Lower heat to low and add butter and almonds. Sauté, stirring frequently, until almonds are slightly brown, but not burned. Taste and add additional salt to taste if desired. 

INTERNAL TEMP: 160F.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot used, item thickness and starting temperature. For best results, always verify the internal temperature of your meals. We recommend instant read pocket thermometers - they are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This is an all-in-one dish.

QUICKTHAW dip by microwaving a few minutes at 50% power, or thaw in refrigerator. Preheat oven to 350F. Transfer dip to oven-safe serving dish. A pie plate or small casserole or ramekin works great. Optionally, you can sprinkle a little parmesan cheese on top before baking. Bake 30-40 min until top is golden brown and dip is bubbling. Baking time will vary depending on dish size.

For stuffed mushrooms, simply fill mushroom caps with a spoonful of dip. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, and bake at 375F for 20-25 minutes. 

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F. SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with sliced baguette, crackers or even crudites!

This is an all-in-one dish.

QUICKTHAW dip by microwaving a few minutes at 50% power, or thaw in refrigerator. Preheat oven to 350F. Transfer dip to oven-safe serving dish. A pie plate or small casserole or ramekin works great. Optionally, you can sprinkle a little feta or bleu cheese on top before baking. Bake 30-40 min until top is golden brown and dip is bubbling. Baking time will vary depending on dish size.

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F. SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with sliced baguette, crackers or even crudites!