MAKE-AHEAD MEALS: #FNIchat (Foodies’ Night In) 10.29.12

Like the lasagna being layered in the picture below and the pot pie sandwiches laid out beside, we’re putting together an #FNIchat designed to fill your family and save you time. We’re talking Make-Ahead Meals, and we’ve got all sorts of casseroles, soups, and crockpot recipes up our sleeves. Join us for an exchange with the yummiest foodies in the Twitterverse covering everything from cooking for the masses to freezing and storage techniques.

So, simmer some soup on the stove top to be ready for a post-tweet supper. Set aside a little time for #FNIchat today and save yourself a lot of time in the future.

NEW! We’d love to start sharing all recipes exchanged during Foodies’ Night In via Pinterest by inviting you to pin on the #FNIchat boards. Please shoot us a quick email (molly@cookingwithcaitlin.com) to give us your email address or Pinterest name, or leave in a comment below.

What: #FNIchat (Foodies’ Night In) Twitter party
When: Monday, October 29th, 4-5:30 EST
Where: On Twitter (or through this custom tweetgrid) with hashtag #FNIchat
Topic: MAKE-AHEAD MEALS
Who: @cookingwcaitlin, @foodiesnitein, @cozifamily, and YOU!!

Spread the Good Word

Pass along the party scoop with the following tweet:

Where #homemade meets time-saving — TODAY’S Make-Ahead Meals #FNIchat w/ @cookingwcaitlin @foodiesnitein: http://bit.ly/RoT0t4. Be there.

How Foodies’ Night In Works:.
Late Monday afternoons (4-6pm eastern to be exact) we meet through Twitter. Using the hashtag #FNIchat we greet each other at the virtual door, and get cozy to talk about whatever food-related topic we are featuring that day. Typically the topic will be determined by the weekly sponsor of #FNIchat. We, at Cooking with Caitlin, compile at least ten questions that serve as the framework of the conversation over the two hours of #FNIchat. Then, the hosts throw out each question at pre-determined times throughout #FNIchat. We hope that YOU will join in the fun-filled foodie conversation and share your thoughts, recipes, tips, ask questions…and most certainly make new friends! Can’t wait to *see* you there.

And HERE are the questions that framed the exchange. Dig in yourself and let us know what you think:

Q1. READY FOR ANYTHING: How often does an everyday #foodie serve a made-ahead meal? #FNIchat

Q2. #Foodie strategy for stocking a pantry for freezer meals & once-a-month #cooking? Coupon strategy? #FNIchat

Q3. Killer casserole #recipes for any given Tuesday? One-pan lasagnas? Tuna noodle tricks? #FNIchat

Q4. MAC & #CHEESE: Golden, bubbly #recipes? Crockpot designs? Ways to repurpose #leftovers? #FNIchat

Q5. Do yourself a favor and…make extra marinara, double the enchiladas, pre-portion servings? Time-saving tips? #FNIchat

Q6. Simmering #SOUPS that taste better on the second day? Additions & sides to make it a meal? #FNIchat

Q7. Best #leftover lunch? Meatloaf sandwich? Chicken salad? Veggie dippers? #FNIchat

Q8. Crockpot #cocktails & punch-bowl brews – make-ahead beverages that MAKE a self-serve home bar? #FNIchat

Q9. #Desserts you always have on hand? #Pinterest –ing pics for last-minute presentation inspiration? #FNIchat

Q10. Easy appetizers for unexpected guests? Bite-size solutions in your snack cabinet & crisper drawer? #FNIchat

Q11. Make-Ahead Entertaining: How to plan & prep to enjoy your own party? Do you let guests bring anything? #FNIchat

Q12. Waking up to sunshine & yumminess – Overnight brunch #recipes? French toasts, oatmeals, egg dishes? #FNIchat

Q13. Fave FREEZER-FRIENDLY bags & containers for long-term #food storage? Thoughts on vacuum-sealing? #FNIchat

Q14. What is your go-to gift meal – to celebrate births, help friends in need? Feed-the-soul #recipes that travel well? #FNIchat

Q15. In one last food-lovin’ tweet, tell us the tastiest bite cooked LOW & SLOW. #FNIchat