Fix and Freeze These Soups and Stews for a Delicious Dinner Any Night of the Week

Recipe: Chicken-and-Brisket Brunswick Stew

Brunswick stew is always a crowd-pleaser in the South. We combine chicken and tender beef brisket in this hearty version. You won't be able to get enough.

Recipe: Chicken-Andouille Gumbo with Roasted Red Potatoes

You can't go wrong with this classic Southern dish to fill you up on chilly nights. We made it even heartier by adding roasted potatoes to the traditional mix of andouille sausage, Cajun seasonings, and veggies.

Recipe: Spicy Blue Hubbard Squash Soup

Coriander, cumin, and chili powder give this smooth soup a little spice. Pull it out of your freezer for an instant dinner upgrade any night of the week.

Recipe: Carrot Soup with Pea Pesto

Liven up any springtime supper with this Carrot Soup. Cloves and cumin spice the carrots and garlic, and a splash of cream adds just the right amount of richness.  

Recipe: Homemade Chicken Soup

Few things are as comforting on a cold night as chicken soup, and we think ours is pretty good. Of course, you might not have time to sit over a simmering pot every night, so cook up a big batch and freeze it for those especially chilly days. The whole family will thank you.

Recipe: Instant Pot Creamy Root Vegetable Soup

Brimming with carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes, this recipe has been dubbed the "king of cold-weather soups." Meals don't get any easier than this—after you've made everything in your Instant Pot, let the soup cool before freezing so you can have this hearty dish any time.

Recipe: Acorn Squash Soup

Freezing this soup is a great way to have it on hand whenever you need it. Dedicate an afternoon to roasting, simmering, and pureeing enough for the whole week and dinner is ready to go.

Recipe: Broccoli-Spinach Soup with Parmesan Croutons

To keep the vibrant color, make sure to blanch your vegetables before blending. If freezing, thaw overnight in the fridge, and toast the croutons to revive their crunch.

Recipe: Creamy Cauliflower Soup

Velvety smooth? Check. Healthy? Check. Easy to prepare? Check. What's not to love about this soup? It's something you'll always want to have on hand in the freezer for everything from last-minute guests to weeknight dinners.

Recipe: Instant Pot Potato Soup

This is a soup that tastes like you spent all day making it, but actually comes together in a breeze. Now, that's something we want to eat every day.

Recipe: Harvest Beef Soup

Edamame and kale add lightness to an otherwise heavy, comforting dish. You'll definitely want to freeze the leftovers—if there are any.

Recipe: Basil Tomato Soup

Basil adds a little zing to a classic. Make and freeze the soup ahead of time so that the day you want to serve it, all you need to do is reheat and garnish.

Recipe: Beef and Butternut Stew

It's a stick-to-your-bones dinner you'll want to have on hand as the temperatures drop.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Venison Stew

A little blackberry jam adds a subtle sweetness and balances out the Dijon and brown ale.

Recipe: Instant Pot Rabbit Stew

Rich and rustic, this stew is loaded with vegetables like leeks, peas, carrots, and thyme that make it delightfully refreshing—but comforting—on a thawing spring day.

Recipe: Beef Stew

Why tinker with a good thing? Chunks of beef and potatoes swim in a hearty brown gravy that'll freeze well, too.

Recipe: Chicken, Apple, and Butternut Stew

Unfiltered apple cider lends a sweetness to this stew while also providing the thickening agent. It's a delicious blend of savory and sweet packed into one simple soup.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Chicken Stew with Pumpkin and Wild Rice

Pick your pumpkin wisely and steer clear of the field varieties for this recipe.

Recipe: Turnip Greens-and-Ham Stew

Quick to make and easy to reheat, this stew is one that'll find its way onto your dinner table—and into your freezer—with increasing regularity.

Recipe: Thyme-Scented White Bean and Sausage Stew

Filled with fragrant and tender veggies, this stew packs a punch with the addition of some smoked Italian sausage.

Recipe: Sausage-and-Collard Greens Stew

A long stint in the slow cooker will ensure the greens become soft and tender, so be sure to choose something hearty to start with.

Recipe: Beef Stew with Buttery Garlic Bread

The slow simmer on the stove renders the beef meltingly tender. Make extra to freeze, but be sure to do the garlic bread fresh.