13 Freezer Hacks That'll Make Your Life Much Easier

Few foods elevate the everyday more dramatically than homemade stock does, but simmering up a batch every time you want to cook soup or stews isn't realistic. Instead, slowly cook a big batch when time permits — be it chicken, vegetable, or beef — and allow it to cool completely, then divvy it up into small portions. We typically freeze some in an ice cube tray (each well of a standard ice cube tray holds about two tablespoons), and some in one-cup portions (carefully fill a resealable freezer bag).