What exactly is a meal train, you ask?
It’s the process of organizing meals for people who are going through a significant life event such as a birth of a child, illness, or medical procedure. Friends and family organize meal trains to ensure their loved ones are well fed during busy and stressful times.
If you’re asked or volunteer to join a meal train and are unsure of what to make, or just need some tried and true recipes, then you’re in the right place.
We’ve gathered everything from salad and main dish recipes, to side dishes and desserts. All are winners and all will be a comfort to the recipient.
Note: Always ask if there is a food allergy before bringing over home cooked meals.
Fish
- Roasted Salmon with Maple Glaze by Levana Kirschenbaum
- Fajita Salmon and Veggies by Ally Mawhirter
- Sheet Pan Lemon Rosemary Salmon by Ally Mawhirter
- Fries, Strawberry-Watermelon Shake, and Paprika Salmon by Sofia Shanbaum
- Everything Spice Roasted Salmon by Elizabeth Kurtz
Salads (some salads featured here are dairy)
- Fresh and Healthy Asian Mango Lettuce Salad by Bat-El Gershowitz
- Cauliflower Israeli Salad by Chanie Nayman
- Spring Mix by Mindy Neiss
- Easy Asparagus and Hearts of Palm Salad by Lisa Fleischman
- Broccoli Salad by Miriam Zupnik
- Daniel’s Favorite Caesar Salad by Jessica Landa
- Everything Kale Salad by Daniella Silver
Dairy
- Dairy or Parve Mushroom Quiche by Brynie Greisman
- Enchiladas Casserole by Kelly Cohen
- Macaroni and Cheese Casserole from the Nitra Cookbook
- The Best Baked Ziti by Danielle Renov
- Everything-But-The-Bagel Quiche by Michal Frischman
- Vegetable Lasagna by Brynie Greisman
Meat
- Spaghetti and Meatballs by Danielle Renov
- Pulled Chicken Tacos by Sara and Yossi Goldstein
- Chicken Sloppy Joes by Faigy Grossman
- Shake ’n Bake Chicken Poppers by Tanya Ohana
- Garlic Baked Chicken from the Dining In Cookbook
- Hamburger Salad by Molly Hagler
- Forkless Shawarma Lettuce Wraps by Rorie Weisberg
- Maple Meat Tacos by Faigy Grossman
Sides
- Teriyaki Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli by Miriam (Pascal) Cohen
- Crispy Onion-Coated Potatoes by Miriam (Pascal) Cohen
- Everything but the Bagel Spiced Green Beans by Elizabeth Kurtz
- Garlic Smashed Potatoes by Michal Frischman
- Butternut Squash Fries by Rorie Weisberg
- DIY Seasoned Rice by Brynie Greisman
- Asparagus with Orange Vinaigrette by Elizabeth Kurtz
- Easy Gluten Free Holiday Corn Bread by Blends by Orly
Dessert (some desserts featured here are dairy)
- Dairy Chocolate Chip Cookies by Rivky Kleiman
- Professional Cupcakes from the Nitra Cookbook
- Chocolate Fudge Pie with Pretzel Streusel Topping by Miriam (Pascal) Cohen
- Chocolate Chip Cake from the Nitra Cookbook
- Banana Cake or Cupcakes from the Nitra Cookbook
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Refreshing Fruit Salad from the Dining In Cookbook
- Cinnamon Bun Pie by Miriam (Pascal) Cohen
- Chocolate Pretzel Cookies by Miriam (Pascal) Cohen
- Bubby’s Chocolate Chip Cookies by Rivky Kleiman
- Easy Double Chocolate Brownies from the Dining In Cookbook
- Passion Fruit Salad by Renee Muller