The best comfort foods to make ahead and freeze for a weeknight

The quintessential make-ahead freezer meal to cure the weeknight blues is a piping hot pot of chili. It is super simple to prepare and you can add or omit any flavors or ingredients to customize your creation. Not only is it flavorful and rustic, but the generous amount of fiber in beans makes chili incredibly filling and satisfying. For a low-maintenance dinner, try this instant pot beef chili recipe, and feel free to adjust the spice level to your liking.