Anyone Else Pre-Cook ?

kmbernstein wrote:
We do both. I always make a double batch of some things, like chili, green chili, beef stew, ham and beans. Freeze portions for later and camping. Also, I will make sloppy joes, taco filling etc, freeze half for later or camping. I make 3-4 pounds of burger into hamburger patties (add bread crumbs, eggs, etc.) freeze individually on a cookie sheet then use our cabela's vacuum sealer. Whenever we purchase steaks, chops, etc, I like to marinate for 24 hours, separate into vaccuum freezer bags with the marinade,let freeze and then vacuum seal. It is no vacation for me if I have to do the same things I do at home without any of the conveniences.

This is what we do as well. I make a pulled pork at home. It is a crock pot recipe using root beer that my family loves. I freeze meal sized portions in food saver bags And on those days when we have been out sight seeing or at the beach for the day it is real easy to just heat this up for a great meal. Other times the cooking is a family event with everyone pitching in to create a memorable meal.