There are certain basic foods that I keep in my freezer at all times to build quicker (but still homemade) meals with. I always have a few jars of homemade stock. I always have a basic herby tomato sauce. I always have cookie dough balls that can be baked off 3 or 4 at a time. Once a month or so (whenever I have time) I set aside one weekend day to cook all these things up. I’m always grateful later!