Place the peas in the sieve and cook them in the water until they’re warmed throughout, about 1 to 2 minutes if fresh, or 2 to 3 minutes if frozen. Set the peas aside.
Before draining the pasta, scoop out about ½ cup of the pasta cooking water with a heat-safe measuring cup. Drain the pasta, then return it to the pot. Pour in the green sauce, about ¾ of the Parmesan and the peas, and add a small splash of the reserved cooking water (not the end of the world if you forgot it). Stir gently until the pasta is well coated and bright green, adding another splash or two of pasta water to loosen the sauce and make it almost creamy.

Even if you don’t typically love eggplant or summer squash, I bet you’ll enjoy this ratatouille.
It’s vegan and gluten free for all to enjoy. Just choose your accompaniments accordingly.
Ratatouille is a great make-ahead recipe. It tastes even better the next day and reheats beautifully. (You can also freeze extra ratatouille for later.)

There’s the dream of freezer burritos, and then there is the reality of freezer burritos. So many freezer burritos end up being a disappointment, but with the right combination of fillings and the ideal reheating method, you actually can make pretty darn good freezer burritos that will make for a quick and easy weeknight dinner later on.

Of course, it remains to be seen if little kids (like mine) will actually eat a burrito. If they don’t, then they might have to find a different house to live in. (Kidding, kidding!)

INGREDIENTS TO AVOID: Avocado or non-cheese dairy, like sour cream. These ingredients will not freeze and reheat well. Instead, add those to the top after you reheat your burritos!
WHAT MAKES A GOOD FREEZER BURRITO?
Here’s what it takes to make a really good freezer burrito:

Lots of protein, like chicken and beans
Some starch to soak up any extra liquid, like cilantro rice
Some vegetables, like peppers and onions.
Feel free to add your favorite proteins and vegetables to the mix!