PREGNANCY
SLOW COOKER STASH
Slow cooker meals formulated around prenatal nutritional requirements. Each recipe maximizes iron absorption, provides adequate folate, and avoids ingredients on the pregnancy restriction list.
Operational Capacity 00:10 Avg. Prep Time (Mins)
The Essentials Matrix
Ranked by nutrient density & reheat stability
The Slow Cook Protocol
1
Layer Loading Order
Root vegetables on the bottom (closest to heat), proteins in the middle, delicate greens on top. This ensures even cooking across all ingredients.
2
Prep-Ahead Dump Bags
Assemble all ingredients into freezer bags on Sunday. Label with cook time (LOW 6h / HIGH 4h). Dump directly into slow cooker — zero morning prep required.
3
Liquid Recovery Method
Reserve cooking liquid separately. Use it as a nutrient-rich base for reheating — prevents dry protein and adds back micronutrients lost during cooking.
Stability Matrix
Maximum Storage Life
Pulled Proteins 5 Days
Soups & Stews 7 Days
Dump Bags (Frozen) 3 Months
Cooking Liquid 4 Days