January Feature Entrees (Preorder now for Jan 2nd Pickup!)

This dish has 4 parts: Kit (Chicken, Sauce, Feta Cheese); FRESH Lemon. 

QUICKTHAW CHICKEN, SAUCE & FETA by submerging well-sealed containers in warm water 10-20 min. Remove lemon from fridge. In a skillet over low-med heat, add 2 Tbls 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. ADD 2 TBLS WATER to sauce and add sauce/water to skillet, stirring to deglaze pan. REDUCE SAUCE by half. ADD cutlets back into pan to reheat, then squeeze fresh lemon to taste over all. Plate chicken & spoon sauce over chicken. Top with feta cheese.

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F. SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Simple pasta or rice, field 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. We recommend instant read pocket thermometers - they are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish has 4 parts: Beef, Sauce, Rice, Sesame Seeds, Fresh Broccoli

RICE: Bring 1 3/4 cups water + 1/4 tsp salt to a boil. Add 1 cup rice and stir. Lower heat and simmer, covered, for 18 mins.

STIR FRY: QuickThaw beef and sauce by submerging well-sealed bags in water 15-20 min. Add a little oil to a skillet and, over medium heat, cook beef strips in three batches for about 2 min per side. Set beef aside. Add 1 cup water plus the broccoli and the sauce to the skillet. Stir well, cover, and let simmer 3-5 min until broccoli is tender. Stir beef back in and serve over rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds to taste.

The sauce contains fresh ginger, which is fibrous. You may notice these fibers in your sauce. 

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 2 parts: Meatloaf; Tomato Glaze.

THAW GLAZE. It will be spooned over meatloaf toward end of baking.

NOTE: Please turn the frozen/thawed meatloaf out (invert) into a larger, greased casserole dish to bake. This lets the heat circulate around the entire loaf during cooking. During cooking, lighter “jellied” protein and liquid may form in the bottom of the pan.  This is normal and in no way impacts taste.  Simply wipe away the jellied protein, and slice before serving.

PREHEAT OVEN TO 350F.

FREEZER TO OVEN: Bake frozen meatloaf, uncovered, 75 minutes. Cover top with glaze and bake 15-45 min more until int temp is 165F. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. 

THAWED: Bake thawed meatloaf, uncovered, 60 min. Spoon glaze over top and bake 15 min or until int temp is 165F. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Mashed potato, green beans. Cabernet.

This dish has 2 parts: Salmon, Honey Garlic Sauce.

Thaw sauce and stir.

PREFERRED COOKING METHOD: Thaw filets. In skillet, heat 1 Tbls of canola or olive oil over med-high heat. Add salmon, sear approx 3-5 min per side until center is no longer opaque. 

FROM FROZEN:  Preheat oven to 450F.  Bake frozen filets on lower rack, uncovered, for 35 - 50 mins, until flaky. 

AIR FRYER (FROZEN):  We recommend using parchment paper for easy cleanup! Place frozen salmon in air fryer. Cook @ 400F for approx 20 min until internal temp is reached. 

INTERNAL TEMP: 145F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:  Serve topped with a drizzle of Honey Garlic Sauce. White & wild rice blend and honeyed carrots on the side. Pinot Grigio.

Cooking times are estimates and vary based on actual oven/stovetop/crockpot/air fryer/instant pot 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, 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 is an all-in-one dish.

RICE: Bring 1 1/2 cups water + 1/4 tsp salt to boil. Add rice, stir. Once boiling, stir again, set heat to low and simmer, covered, for 15-20 min until rice is tender. 

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. 

ROPA: FREEZER TO INSTANT POT: Add 1 cup water + contents of Ziploc to Instant Pot. Cook on high pressure for 45 minutes. Quick release and then use fork/tongs to shred beef while stil in the pot, and then use the Saute function on your Instant Pot to evaporate most of the liquid. Stir once every few minutes - it will take approx 10-15 min. Add additional salt if needed.

- OR - CROCK POT:   NOTE THAT WE RECOMMEND A 2-QUART (MINI) CROCK POT TO ENSURE DISH DOES NOT DRY OUT.  QUICKTHAW by submerging well-sealed bag in water for app 30 minutes. Add contents of Ziploc plus 1/2 cup water to a crock pot. Cook on low to medium heat for 6-8 hours - or on high for 3-4 hours - until beef is tender enough to shred with a fork. Remove beef from crock pot, reserving liquid in crock pot. Shred beef with fork and fingers. Toss shredded beef in reserved liquid. Add additional salt if needed.

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with the black beans and rice. Plantains make a nice additional side! Beaujolais.

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 2 parts: Chicken; Sweet Vinaigrette Sauce. 

SAUCE: While chicken cooks. let sauce thaw at room temperature. 

FREEZER TO AIR FRYER: Remove frozen chicken from pan and set on rack in air fryer. Cook at 370F for 28-32 min until internal temp of 165F is reached. Serve drizzed with sauce. For best results, an oven-style air fryer is recommended. The basket-style is not recommended.

FREEZER TO OVEN: Preheat oven to 350F. Bake, loosely covered - replacing lid with aluminum foil - for 1 hour. Uncover and bake approx 30-50 min more until internal temp is reached. Serve and top with Sweet Vinaigrette Sauce.

THAWED: Bake uncovered for approx 50-60 minutes - or grill! Serve and top with Sweet Vinaigrette Sauce.

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with Dinner Done Corn Souffle, or slice and serve over salad greens. 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. 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 is an all-in-one dish. 

THAWED: Bake uncovered for approx 45 min to 50 minutes.

FREEZER TO OVEN: Preheat oven to 350F. Bake, loosely covered replacing lid with aluminum foil - for 45 min. Uncover and bake approx 35 to 45 min more until internal temp is reached.

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with Dinner Done Sweet Corn Mashed Potatoes , oven roasted broccoli, and a crisp green salad. Chianti.

SERVING SUGGESTION: Potatoes, broccoli, Gewürztraminer.

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: Shrimp; Scampi Sauce; Linguine.

PASTA: Prepare pasta by boiling in salted water 8-10 minutes until al dente.  Once pasta is cooked, drain and RESERVE 1/4 cup WATER! For a 'saucier' sauce, add a small amount of pasta water until you reach your desired sauce consistency -- this is optional! Drain and set aside. 

THAWED: QuickThaw shrimp and sauce packet in a bowl of water approx 15 min until thawed. Rinse and pat shrimp dry.  Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add sauce to skillet, then add shrimp and quickly saute until shrimp is opaque and cooked throughout, being careful not to overcook so shrimp stay tender. Toss shrimp scampi in linguine -- it is quite a lot of linguine... use as much as you'd like. Let the dish "rest" for 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken a bit. Toss once more to evenly coat pasta with sauce. Add additional salt (or parmesan cheese!) to taste, if needed.

INTERNAL TEMP: 145F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Toss shrimp and scampi sauce in as much linguine as you'd like and serve with crusty French bread and oven roasted asparagus.

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.

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 dish has 5 parts: (Ground turkey, Veggies, Sauce, Fresh Scallion, Fresh Lime)

Note that this dish includes fresh ginger, which is fibrous. You may find fibers from the ginger in this dish!

QuickThaw by submerging well-sealed packages in warm water 10-15 min.

SCALLION/GREEN ONION: Cut the light part of the scallion into 1/2" pieces. Set aside. Cut the darker green tops of the scallion into small rings. Keep these separate; they will be used in different ways.

LIME: Zest half of the lime, being careful to only zest the green part as the white (pith) is bitter... zesting is optional, but gives great flavor! Cut lime in half and set aside. You'll squeeze in the juice before serving.

SOUP: In a pot over medium heat, add a little oil and brown the turkey, 6-8 min. Add veggies, then add in the LIGHT scallion pieces and stir to break up the turkey. Saute another 5 min. Add 2 cups water and bring to light boil. Lower heat, add sauce pouch, stir, and gently simmer 3-5 min. Squeeze in 1-2 Tbls of fresh lime juice. Stir. Serve topped with remaining darger green scallion tops and a sprinkling of fresh lime zest (optional). 

Serving Suggestions: Serve with a green salad. If you have peanuts on-hand, sprinkle 1-2 Tbls chopped peanuts on top of the soup before serving. 

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 5 parts: Beef; Veggies; Flour Tortillas; Creamy Cilantro Sauce, FRESH Cabbage Slaw

QUICKTHAW Beef, Veggies, Sauce by submerging well-sealed packages in water 10 min.

TORTILLAS: Microwave, covered, for 30 seconds until warm. 

FAJITAS:  SKILLET:  Heat a little oil in a skillet on medium heat. Add beef and saute until browned. Set beef aside and saute veggies in same skillet. SAUCE: Shake pouch to mix well. Spoon beef and veggies into tortillas and drizze with Creamy Cilantro Sauce.   

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Top with your favorite fixings... salsa, guacamole, sour cream, etc!  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. Instant read pocket thermometers are inexpensive, convenient and very easy to use!

This dish has 3 parts: Chicken; Butter Sauce; Jasmine Rice. 

PREPARE RICE (STOVETOP): Rinse jasmine rice. Add rinsed rice, 1 ½ cups water, 1/2 tsp salt (optional) in a saucepan. Heat to boiling, stir once. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 16-19 min until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork.

PREPARE Butter Chicken: QUICK THAW CHICKEN AND SAUCE by submerging well-sealed packages in water 15-20 min. In a large pan, add a little oil and saute chicken on medium-low for 4-5 minutes per side until nicely browned, but being careful that the bottom of the pan doesn't burn. Remove chicken cutlets from pan. Lower heat and add 1/2 cup of water and Butter Chicken Sauce to the pan. Stir sauce, incorporating all the "brown bits" left from browning the chicken. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and stir back into sauce. Let simmer 3-5 min more.  Add a little water if the sauce seems too thick. Spoon sauce over rice.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve over included rice. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro if you have some on hand. Naan Bread with a salad on the side.

INTERNAL TEMP: 165F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve over included rice with a crisp green salad on the side. Syrah.

This dish has 3 parts: Pork, Baguette, BBQ Sauce. 

CROCK POT: NOTE: WE RECOMMEND A 2-QUART (MINI) CROCK POT TO ENSURE SUFFICIENT MOISTURE. QUICKTHAW pork and sauce by submerging well-sealed containers in water app. 20 min. Add 1/2 cup water to pork and slow cook (pork only - do not add the BBQ sauce!) in crock pot on low (cook all day) or medium (cook half day) heat until pork is tender. Remove pork from crock pot and discard all juices the pork was cooked in. Shred pork with a fork and add in Dinner Done BBQ sauce to taste.

FREEZER TO INSTANT POT: Add 1 cup of water to instant pot and then add pork. Pressure cook pork (not the sauce - it is added at end!) on high for 1 hour. Quick release. Shred pork directly in pot. Stir in BBQ sauce. Set Instant Pot to "saute" 5-10 min until sauce thickens to desired consistency. 

BAGUETTE: Preheat oven to 400F. Cook on lower rack from frozen 12-15 minutes until heated througout and just beginning to turn golden.

INTERNAL TEMP (PORK): 160F.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve shredded pork In baguette, topped with coleslaw and pickles. Or over mashed potatoes. Zinfandel.

Fun Twist: Make Pulled Pork Nachos by topping tortilla chips with shredded BBQ pork, sliced jalapeno peppers, and a drizzle of sour cream. 

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 4 parts: Chicken; Balsamic Glaze; Parmesan Butter; Pasta

PASTA: Boil in lightly salted water 9-11 minutes until done to taste. Drain. You may find this to be a lot of pasta for the parmesan butter -- toss as much pasta as you'd like with the parmesan butter. Add salt to taste, if desired. Save any remaining pasta for later!  

QUICKTHAW CHICKEN by submerging well-sealed package in water 15-20 min. Over medium-low heat, ohicken in a little oil, about 4-6 minutes each side or until internal temp of 165F is reached. Set chicken aside and prepare glaze, using same saucepan if desired: add balsamic glaze and 1/4 cup water. Bring to light boil, lower heat & simmer, stirring constantly, until reaches syrupy consistency. Alternately, place glaze in microwave safe dish and microwave 2-3 min at 50% power until bubbly. 

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve chicken topped with glaze; Parmesan pasta on the side; sauteed zucchini. Pinot Gris.

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 cake is an all-in-one dish. 

FREEZER TO OVEN: Preheat oven to 350F. Bake from frozen, uncovered, for one hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out dry. Once done, place on wire rack to cool.

PRO TIP: Using scissors, carefully cut away the corners of the aluminum pan after the cake is cool - be careful, the pan's edges will be very sharp! Carefully flatten the edges of the pan and use a spatula to remove the cake. Cut neatly into individual servings on a cutting board with a sharp knife.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve the cake as-is. Also goes great with our Vanilla Cream Cheese Icing, or topped with berries and a dollop of whipped cream.