Make Ahead Recipes – The Cozy Cook

Chicken Meatballs

Stephanie — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 08:00:41 +0000

These Chicken Meatballs are oven baked and smothered in delicious brown gravy! Serve these with mashed potatoes and roasted green beans for a delicious dinner that’s easy to make ahead of time!

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Stromboli

Stephanie — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 08:00:15 +0000

This stromboli recipe has endless filling ideas and is easy to make with homemade or store bought dough! It’s freezer friendly and easy to make ahead of time!

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Stuffed Chicken Breast

Stephanie — Sun, 17 Sep 2023 08:00:37 +0000

This Stuffed Chicken Breast is filled with a creamy 3-cheese blend with spinach, herbs, and sun-dried tomatoes! It’s easy to make and customize with different fillings!

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Ramen Noodle Salad

Stephanie — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 08:00:02 +0000

This Ramen Noodle Salad recipe is easy to make with a delicious homemade dressing, crispy cabbage, mandarin oranges, and more! It’s the best cold side dish recipe for potlucks and pairs well with chicken, beef, and pork.

Be sure to try my Chinese Chicken Salad recipe next!

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Tortellini Pasta Salad

Stephanie — Sun, 27 Aug 2023 18:30:41 +0000

This Tortellini Pasta Salad has cheese-filled tortellini with homemade balsamic dressing and Italian favorites like salami, mozzarella, spinach, peppers, olives, and more! There is no side dish recipe quite like this one!

Be sure to try my Italian Pasta Salad and Chickpea Salad recipes next!

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Eggplant Rollatini

Stephanie — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 08:00:46 +0000

This Eggplant Rollatini is fried to golden perfection, stuffed with an herb ricotta filling, and baked with savory marinara and gooey mozzarella cheese! This is a great meatless meal that you can make days or months ahead of time!

BONUS: You can bake or air fry the eggplant instead of deep frying if preferred!

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Chickpea Salad

Stephanie — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 18:48:49 +0000

This healthy Chickpea Salad is easy to make with a simple homemade dressing and fresh ingredients like Feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, and more! It makes a great summer snack and side dish.

Be sure to try my Egg Roll in a Bowl recipe next!

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Corn Salad

Stephanie — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 23:38:51 +0000

This EASY Corn Salad recipe has fresh Mexican flavors and is tossed with the most flavorful dressing! It makes a perfect side dish for a Potluck.

Bonus: Make it with fresh, canned, or frozen corn!

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Italian Pasta Salad

Stephanie — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 08:00:01 +0000

This Italian Pasta Salad is loaded with Italian favorites like pepperoni, salami, mozzarella, veggies, and homemade or bottled Dressing! It’s easy to make and a perfect summer side dish!

Be sure to try my Chickpea Salad recipe next!

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Balsamic Vinaigrette

Stephanie — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 18:09:56 +0000

This easy Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe is the BEST addition to salads, chicken, pork, and more! It’s quick to make and adds vibrant, fresh flavor to simple recipes!

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