New Family Bundle
Preparation & Ingredients
Preparation & Ingredients
Preparation & Heating Instructions
Each New Family Bundle meal arrives frozen and ready to heat—no cooking skills required. For the best taste and texture, thaw in the refrigerator the morning of the day you plan to serve (thawed meals can stay refrigerated for up to 3 days). Toad in the Hole is the exception: heat it from frozen. Appliance times vary, so adjust as needed.
Toad in the Hole (Sausage in a Pastry)
- Oven (recommended): Heat from frozen. Preheat to 350°F. Remove the plastic packaging, cover the paper tray with foil, and heat for 15–20 minutes, or until warm.
- Microwave: Remove the plastic packaging, place the tray on a plate, and heat for 2–3 minutes, or until warm.
Toad in the Hole is a ready-to-cook item; oven heating is recommended.
Broccoli, Peas & Corn
- Oven (recommended): Preheat to 350°F. Remove the plastic packaging, place the tray on a cookie sheet, and heat for 15–20 minutes, or until hot.
- Microwave: Remove the plastic packaging, place the tray on a plate, and heat on medium for 2–3 minutes, or until hot.
Homestyle Beef Pot Roast with Savory Gravy
- Stovetop or microwave: Warm until heated through, then plate and serve.
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
- Oven (recommended): Preheat to 350°F. Remove the plastic packaging and cover the paper tray with foil. Heat for 15–20 minutes, or until warm, then remove the foil and heat 5 minutes longer, or until lightly browned.
- Microwave: Remove the plastic packaging, place the tray on a plate, and heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring periodically.
Rosemary Potatoes
- Oven (recommended): Preheat to 350°F. Remove the plastic packaging, place the tray on a cookie sheet, and heat for 15–20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Microwave: Peel back or slit the film lid, place the tray on a plate, and heat for 2–3 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Baby Clams with Linguini Marinara
- Oven (recommended): Preheat to 350°F. Remove the plastic packaging, cover the paper tray with foil, and heat for 15–20 minutes, or until warm, stirring periodically.
- Microwave: Remove the plastic packaging, place the tray on a plate, and heat for 2–3 minutes, or until hot.
Vegetable Stew
- Oven (recommended): Preheat to 350°F. Remove the overbag and plastic packaging and cover the paper tray with foil. Heat for 15 minutes, or until warm, then remove the foil and heat 5 minutes longer, or until lightly browned.
- Microwave: Remove the overbag and plastic packaging, place the tray on a plate, and heat for 2.5–3.5 minutes, stirring periodically.
Vegetable Barley Beef Soup
- Microwave (thawed): Remove the lid and film, then replace the lid. Heat for 2 minutes, stir, and heat 30 seconds–1 minute longer.
- Microwave (frozen): Remove the lid and film, then replace the lid. Heat for 2 minutes, stir, and heat 1–2 minutes longer.
French Bread
- No heating required: Thaw at room temperature the morning of the day you plan to serve (it keeps at room temperature for up to 3 days). Remove the plastic packaging and serve.
Promptly refrigerate any unused portion.
Ingredients & Allergens
Toad in the Hole (Sausage in a Pastry)
Ingredients: Chicken, pork (fresh, ground, cooked), mace, garlic powder, chicken fat, water, eggs, salt, white pepper, marjoram, oregano, onions, panko crumbs (wheat flour, less than 2% of sugar, yeast, soybean oil, salt), parsley flakes.
Allergens: Contains egg, wheat, soy. Also contains garlic.
Broccoli, Peas & Corn
Ingredients: Broccoli, peas, corn, salt, black pepper, thyme, cumin, olive oil.
Allergens: No major food allergens listed.
Homestyle Beef Pot Roast with Savory Gravy
Ingredients: Beef, water, contains 2% or less of corn starch, beef stock, sea salt, natural flavors, shiitake mushroom powder, malt extract (contains barley), evaporated cane sugar, tomato powder, spices, xanthan gum.
Allergens: No major food allergens listed. Contains barley (gluten) from malt extract.
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Ingredients: Brussels sprouts, yellow onion, bacon bits, olive oil, salt, pepper.
Allergens: No major food allergens listed.
Rosemary Potatoes
Ingredients: Red potatoes, olive oil, salt, fresh rosemary, black pepper.
Allergens: No major food allergens listed.
Baby Clams with Linguini Marinara
Ingredients: Marinara sauce (vine-ripened tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil and sunflower oil blend, salt, onions, sugar, black pepper, basil, oregano, parsley, citric acid), ocean clams, linguine pasta, cooking white wine, garlic, olive oil, parsley, salt, black pepper.
Allergens: Contains shellfish (clams), wheat.
Vegetable Stew
Ingredients: Fire-roasted tomatoes, potatoes, zucchini, eggplant, red bell pepper, vegetable broth, yellow onions, canola oil, garlic, olive oil, bay leaves, basil, salt, black pepper.
Allergens: No major food allergens listed.
Vegetable Barley Beef Soup
Ingredients: Vegetable broth, celery, carrots, barley, onions, ground beef, beef base, garlic, canola oil, salt, black pepper, thyme.
Allergens: No major food allergens listed. Contains barley (gluten).
French Bread
Ingredients: All-purpose wheat flour, water, olive oil, salt, baker’s yeast, sugar.
Allergens: Contains wheat.
Description
New Family Bundle – 4 Ready-to-Heat Freezer Meals for New Parents
Give new parents one less thing to worry about with the New Family Bundle, a gift of four complete, chef-prepared dinners that arrive frozen and go from freezer to table in minutes. Each meal pairs a hearty main with sides, so there’s no shopping, chopping, or cleanup—just warm, home-style food during those busy first weeks with a newborn.
Choose Serves 2 for a couple or Serves 4 for a growing family. It’s a thoughtful baby shower, new baby, or adoption gift, and it’s just as welcome for anyone recovering at home or juggling a hectic schedule.
What’s Included
- Toad in the Hole with Broccoli, Peas & Corn – A British comfort classic: seasoned chicken and pork sausage baked in a golden pastry, served with a simple, colorful vegetable medley.
- Homestyle Beef Pot Roast with Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Rosemary Potatoes – Chuck roast slow-cooked for over six hours in a rich, savory gravy, with Brussels sprouts sautéed with bacon and onion and olive oil–roasted red potatoes with fresh rosemary.
- Baby Clams with Linguini Marinara and Vegetable Stew – Linguini in a tomato, white wine, garlic, and clam sauce, alongside a hearty stew of fire-roasted tomatoes, potatoes, zucchini, eggplant, and red bell pepper.
- Vegetable Barley Beef Soup with French Bread – A belly-warming soup loaded with beef, barley, celery, and carrots, paired with a crusty, classic French bread.
- Free Ground Shipping.
Why New Parents Love It
- Four complete dinners—mains and sides included—ready in minutes
- Freezer-friendly, so meals are there whenever the family needs them
- Oven or microwave heating for most items, with simple step-by-step instructions
- Comfort-food variety: sausage, pot roast, seafood pasta, and soup
- No subscriptions or contracts—order whenever you need it
- Ships frozen nationwide from SendaMeal.com
Nutrition at a Glance (Per Serving)
| Item | Serving | Calories | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toad in the Hole | 6.6 oz | 540 | 35 g | 550 mg |
| Broccoli, Peas & Corn | 6 oz | 240 | 11 g | 40 mg |
| Homestyle Beef Pot Roast | 5 oz | 200 | 27 g | 250 mg |
| Brussels Sprouts with Bacon | 6 oz | 80 | 5 g | 140 mg |
| Rosemary Potatoes | 6 oz | 130 | 3 g | 130 mg |
| Baby Clams with Linguini Marinara | 10 oz | 290 | 9 g | 1,180 mg |
| Vegetable Stew | 12 oz | 120 | 4 g | 560 mg |
| Vegetable Barley Beef Soup | 8 oz | 120 | 5 g | 1,230 mg |
| French Bread | 3 oz | 215 | 6 g | 340 mg |
Full ingredients and allergens for every item are listed on the Preparation & Ingredients tab.
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes in the New Family Bundle?
Four complete dinners: Toad in the Hole with Broccoli, Peas & Corn; Homestyle Beef Pot Roast with Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Rosemary Potatoes; Baby Clams with Linguini Marinara and Vegetable Stew; and Vegetable Barley Beef Soup with French Bread.
How many people does it feed?
Choose Serves 2 for two portions of each meal or Serves 4 for four portions of each meal.
How are the meals prepared?
Meals arrive frozen. Most items heat in the oven at 350°F in about 15–20 minutes or in the microwave in a few minutes; the soup is microwave-only, and the French bread simply thaws. Toad in the Hole heats from frozen and is best in the oven. See the Preparation & Ingredients tab for item-by-item instructions.
Does the bundle contain common allergens?
Yes. Toad in the Hole contains egg, wheat, and soy; the clam linguini contains shellfish and wheat; the French bread contains wheat; and the pot roast and soup contain barley. Check the Preparation & Ingredients tab for full details.
Is this a good gift for new parents?
Absolutely. Ready-to-heat freezer meals are one of the most practical new baby gifts, giving parents filling, home-style dinners without cooking while they care for a newborn.
From comforting pot roast to hearty soup and bread, the New Family Bundle delivers four nights of easy, home-style dinners to the people who need them most.