Making Freezer Meals with an Excess of Fresh Eggs

TLDRIn this video, we tackle the challenge of having an abundance of fresh eggs on our homestead and turn them into delicious freezer meals. We make breakfast burritos and individual sausage, egg, and cheese meals, which will be a convenient and nutritious option for busy days. Our homemade pork sausage patties and scrambled eggs from a variety of chicken and duck eggs are the stars of these meals. Join us as we cook, package, and freeze these meals, including donating some to a family in need.

Key insights

🥚Having an excess of eggs on the homestead is a common challenge, especially during the spring season.

🌯Breakfast burritos are an ideal freezer meal, as they are easy to prepare, freeze well, and are convenient to reheat and eat.

🍳Using a combination of duck and chicken eggs in our recipes adds variety and flavor to our freezer meals.

🐖The homemade pork sausage patties in the individual meals provide protein and savory flavor.

🚀Freezer meals are a time-saving solution for busy individuals and families, providing a quick and nutritious option for meals.

Q&A

Why do you have so many eggs on your homestead?

During early spring, our birds are laying eggs at maximum capacity, leading to an excess of fresh eggs.

What types of eggs do you use in your recipes?

We use a combination of chicken eggs and duck eggs from our homestead, which adds variety and flavor to our meals.

Can I freeze breakfast burritos?

Yes, breakfast burritos freeze well and are easy to reheat. They are a convenient and delicious option for busy mornings.

How long can I store the freezer meals?

Our freezer meals can be stored for up to three months, ensuring they remain fresh and safe for consumption.

How do you reheat the freezer meals?

To reheat the freezer meals, simply microwave them until they are heated through. They are a quick and easy meal option.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the challenge of having an excess of fresh eggs on the homestead.

02:40Starting the process of making breakfast burritos with scrambled eggs and homemade pork sausage patties.

08:30Preparing another batch of scrambled eggs with a combination of duck and chicken eggs.

11:50Baking the pork sausage patties in the oven for a quick and easy cooking process.

14:50Packaging and freezing the breakfast burritos and individual sausage, egg, and cheese meals.

16:55Donating some of the freezer meals to a family in need, showing the community aspect of our homestead.