15 Dinners That Start With Frozen Mixed Vegetables

Shepherd's Pie

Frozen vegetables perk up this meat and potatoes meal. Want to make dinner even more decadent? Sprinkle a little cheese on the top just before baking.

Vegetable Cheesy Soup

This is the perfect recipe for when you want a creamy bowl of comforting soup. An easy roux makes the base for this cheese-filled recipe, then frozen veggies add bulk and extra flavor.

Kielbasa and Veggies

Recipe creator CATJENKINS says, "Veggies, potatoes and Polish sausage topped with melted Cheddar cheese make this a delicious casserole. This recipe is so simple, it's the one thing my husband makes himself!"

Cheesy Vegetables and Noodles

Five ingredients are all you need for this satisfying pasta recipe. Rigatoni is tossed with vegetables and a garlic-infused cheese sauce.

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Alison's Slow Cooker Vegetable Beef Soup

This classic beef stew couldn't be easier. Simply stir everything together in the slow cooker and be patient for a few hours. You'll be rewarded with a flavorful soup begging to be served up with crusty bread.

Quick Fried Rice

Leftover rice gets new life with this ultra simple dish. Bacon, eggs, and frozen mixed vegetables create a recipe that can rival your favorite takeout spot.

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Quick and Easy Vegetable Curry

If you're craving curry, this easy vegetarian recipe is ready in under an hour. To create a more filling meal, many reviewers suggest adding a few cooked potatoes into the mix for extra heft.

One Pot Easy Cheesy Vegetables and Rice

One pot and 15 minutes are all you need to whip up this rich dinner. Rice and veggies are cooked together before cheese is stirred in to create a creamy coating.

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Colene's Easy Tomato Vegetable Soup

Reviewer Tracy says, "It's easy...too easy. I don't feel like it counts as cooking. Tastes great with almost no work!"

Pasta and Veggies in Coconut Oil

Pasta and vegetables tossed with olive oil might be commonplace, but coconut oil is a whole new twist. Customize with your favorite spices for a unique dinner that's sure to satisfy.

Cheater Pot Pie

A few simple shortcut ingredients have this casserole on the dinner table in 45 minutes. Frozen mixed vegetables and canned chicken make the base, while refrigerated biscuits create the fluffy topping.

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Hearty Meatball Soup

"Wow was this ever so good! Everyone ate it up and I got lots of compliments and asked to make it again for the weekend," says BABIDOLL20. To make dinner even easier, you can use frozen mini meatballs instead of making your own.

Veggie Chicken Rice Casserole

Turn a rotisserie chicken, rice, and vegetables into a one-pan meal with this creamy casserole. All the ingredients are layered together before being topped with crushed crackers, or as some reviewers have suggested, shredded cheese.

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Seasoned Orzo and Black Beans

Recipe creator Kathy Miller describes this pasta and veggie mix as "Simple dish, easily and quickly prepared, that can be served on its own for a complete meal."

Chicken and Pasta Casserole with Mixed Vegetables

When you're craving a dinner that screams "comfort food," this is the dish for you. Pasta, chicken, and veggies all bake in a creamy sauce underneath a buttery layer of breadcrumbs.