7 Nights Of Dinner For My Family This Week || Realistic Family Meals On A Budget

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  • @CaraLynneCreates
    @CaraLynneCreates 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +91

    Who else hits LIKE before you watch Brookes video? ❤ Brooke you are my favorite TH-camr!

  • @jomomma1512
    @jomomma1512 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

    The one thing I love so much about your videos is that you all sit down and have dinner as a family!! Not many young families do that anymore!!
    Keep up the good work!!

  • @mandydurham6043
    @mandydurham6043 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +105

    I’m laying up in the hospital with a broken tib-fib and dislocated ankle. I’m binge watching your videos to pass the time. ❤

    • @janicekobetich1138
      @janicekobetich1138 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Get well quick! What a great way to recuperate! This channel is awsome!! Prayers for speedy recovery!

    • @rebaburn2677
      @rebaburn2677 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      So much better than staring at the ceiling... Heal up quick 💪😁

    • @karenlyons3790
      @karenlyons3790 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Hope you get well soon...

    • @BabyBlueSteel13
      @BabyBlueSteel13 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    • @Paige-220
      @Paige-220 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Oh my, that was me the entire month of March. I’m still not walking. Hopefully your recovery goes faster!

  • @juliehill8292
    @juliehill8292 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +37

    The pride that those kids showed when letting everyone see their pizza creations tugged at this mama's heart. My 3 babies are all grown up and I sure do miss just being with them everyday. That's what the do though . They grow up and if you're lucky they bless you with precious little grandchildren. I have 6 grandbabies and they truly are the joy of my life. Keep up all the amazing and fun videos. I really do appreciate them. God bless you all.

    • @DelaniaAndTheDogs
      @DelaniaAndTheDogs 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes. ❤️ You’re so right.

    • @debbiemimbs
      @debbiemimbs 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      😅

  • @annac9534
    @annac9534 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    I just loved the end when you showed everyone’s pizza and then you showed their excited/happy smiling faces. How stinkin cute?!?!?!!! ❤

  • @annadiehls151
    @annadiehls151 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    For some reason I've not been watching you lately. I'm super blue and stressed tonight. Your voice and your simplicity was like music to my soul. Thank you for the hug. 🫂

  • @dmmrad54
    @dmmrad54 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    I didn't know the Chef Boyardee pizza kit was still on the market. I loved those as a kid. I will be looking for them next time I go to the store. Great meal ideas.

    • @marybendfeldt9596
      @marybendfeldt9596 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      The first thing I learned to cook as a child in the early 70s, and I was hooked!

  • @CrownedDiaries
    @CrownedDiaries 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    You have theeeee cutest personality Brooke - plz don't ever change!

    • @patjones5723
      @patjones5723 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I agree 👍 💯 ❤😊

  • @bthomas50
    @bthomas50 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    A Happy Family makes Mamas heart happy.

  • @cantunderstandfoolishpeeps2036
    @cantunderstandfoolishpeeps2036 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    No matter how my day is going it is always a brighter day when I see a new video from you!🥰

  • @TeresaAbagi
    @TeresaAbagi 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    Your youngest son is so cute and funny. He makes me want to " faint" now whenever I eat something yummy. I just love your family and your helpful videos.

  • @OrlaQuirk
    @OrlaQuirk 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    I always save and freeze the tough asparagus ends. I've heard people say if you peel them, you get rid of most of the tough fiber, and the inside pieces are tender and tasty to cook.
    I haven't tried that yet, but I do use the ends when I make chicken broth. Then I can have the asparagus flavor in a soup or pot pie, even when asparagus is not in season.

  • @susielisle922
    @susielisle922 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Potato hack, microwave them until almost done, then put in the air fryer @ 370 for 10 min. Tastes like from the oven without heating up the house. Super crispy skin & fluffy inside. Best ever plus less than half the time. Give it a go, I'm sure you'll like them.

  • @tammyd5863
    @tammyd5863 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    You need to do a cookbook. Semi homemade from Brooke's kitchen.

  • @kaelynnmartin6521
    @kaelynnmartin6521 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    Oh good! I need some new dinner ideas!

  • @tinaingram885
    @tinaingram885 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I lost my 66 year old husband 4 months ago and I am grieving terribly. So, i watch your videos on my worst times for laughter and smiling, great ideas for just me. I wanted you to know you're really helping me through this. I'm southern and in NC. Loving your country accent. ❤️ 😊 you make cooking look so easy. I get great ideas. Loving you and you're family. 😊❤

  • @HerdingLittleCows
    @HerdingLittleCows 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Recently found your channel as it was curated by TH-cam. You are hilarious.
    We homeschool also. I love your cheap meal ideas. I also love encouraging women to use their grocery money wisely.
    I have been binge watching recently as I am resting in bed with my newborn baby. My older daughter has taken over all cooking duties right now. But watching your videos is getting me excited to be back in the kitchen after recovery

  • @Ana-ui9il
    @Ana-ui9il หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I realize how much your loved by Dusty and your boys. They really complement your Food.❤

  • @geraldinelucas3143
    @geraldinelucas3143 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I add sliced up green onion in my Twice Baked Potatoes. They are a great make ahead dish as well.

  • @CaliMishell
    @CaliMishell 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Those pork chops with stuffing were a huge hit in my house growing up and when my son was still little!

  • @brendaokuda2158
    @brendaokuda2158 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Young women! Take notes!!!! THIS is how you get AND keep a good man! It also ensures that your kids will always come home for dinner......Southern Momma knows what she's doing!

  • @kathleenchambers6485
    @kathleenchambers6485 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    My mum and I love stuffed potatoes. I decided to up my sides because meat doesn’t have to just be the star. Everything should be just as delicious.

  • @Emilyagnes-yb8fn
    @Emilyagnes-yb8fn 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Brooke thank you for sharing your life and your family. Ive been binge watching you.

  • @kimthompson1618
    @kimthompson1618 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    The golden mushroom soup is way better than cream of mushroom . Everything looks good.

  • @kricketcooper5024
    @kricketcooper5024 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I’m going to be making tuna salad sandwiches for lunch today. One of my favorites.

  • @sherrysawyer6819
    @sherrysawyer6819 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You’ve helped me on some dark days Brooke. Thank you.

  • @ChristinemAlred-mn5if
    @ChristinemAlred-mn5if 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Twice baked potatoes look amazing. I don't know why I don't make them more often. Thanks Brooke.

  • @Lbm81007
    @Lbm81007 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    The asparagus staying wraped until cut .. just genius once again 😂❤ thank you brooke ❤

  • @EllyKaye84
    @EllyKaye84 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    WE like when you talk! That is why we are here!!

  • @heatherchrisco9106
    @heatherchrisco9106 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I'm so glad I watched this early this morning before I have to go grocery shopping today! Thanks so much for some new recipes to me and reminding me of some old favorites!

  • @marybethsmith6458
    @marybethsmith6458 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I have got to stop watching you at bed time cause now I'm STARVING !!

    • @patjones5723
      @patjones5723 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😂😂😂

  • @crabbyresister9194
    @crabbyresister9194 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    That pizza idea was great! I love the way you videoed it. Everyone seemed so proud of their creation! 🎉😊

  • @helencantimagine
    @helencantimagine 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great meals, Brooke! I enjoy stopping by to see what's for dinner. I love your style and you are SO funny!! You bring joy to my life!

  • @sherrypotter1502
    @sherrypotter1502 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Yum! Those ribs looked so good. They were very creative with their pizzas. Brooke, you have such a beautiful family. Thank you for all you do❤️. Sherry

  • @jennifergomez8168
    @jennifergomez8168 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Everything looks so good! Thanks for sharing this.

  • @SuhniAngel
    @SuhniAngel 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Love the personal pizza night ! So fun and everyone looked so happy. Everything looked good too! Haha

  • @cynthiajudkins2250
    @cynthiajudkins2250 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I loved every single meal plan, hope you're able to finally have your yard sale ❤️

  • @SheilaCrabtree-l5t
    @SheilaCrabtree-l5t หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love watching your family enjoy your cooking!

  • @mariafree6737
    @mariafree6737 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Brooke it is also good to add taco meat, refried beans and cheese to make twice baked potatoes. Then top with normal taco stuff. My granddaughter loves a lot of raw vegetables and peppers are her favorite.

  • @barbarakrall1184
    @barbarakrall1184 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    And the pizzas looked like so much fun! I think everyone was happy to make their own personal pizza.

  • @bonniejohnson1518
    @bonniejohnson1518 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great ideas! Thank you. I also love those main st. mashed potatoes and I always cook a large or two small potatoes on stove top, mash with a little butter and add to the main street one and they taste better and make twice as much.

  • @lovelife0413
    @lovelife0413 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Hey Brooke. I love every single item you bought here. I love the thin pork chops. Sometimes I will fry them up and have a pork chop sandwich on a bun. Easy peasy. Or I do it your way. We love stove top stuffing. So compatible with other meats. TFS God Bless

    • @lorigasca5452
      @lorigasca5452 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I make the thin cuts. I called them fast food and I keep hot sauce made. I'm can't make a small batch so I freeze it on. Thought cooked him real real Crisp , Hydrate them again with the hot sauce. Yummy

  • @amandaharvey4762
    @amandaharvey4762 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Just an idea for the asparagus scraps. Wash, chop and divide into a muffin pan. Crumble feta over then. Scramble eggs in a bowl. Pour in. Bake. Watch the salt in the eggs because the feta is salty. But, man-o-man, they are bustin! 😆 Oh, and easy. Which is the main thing other than the waste factor. I love making these to have for a quick breakfast or lunch when I’m working. 🥰

  • @dawnsharp7340
    @dawnsharp7340 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I enjoy watching your tube channel, I have made several of your dishes and my family has enjoyed them

  • @AmberBillmeier
    @AmberBillmeier 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I absolutely LOVE your family and I'm so grateful to have found your channel I turn to your channel time and time again for inspiration when I cant figure out what to make for dinner for my husband and myself or when I'm at work for my clients I work for Trivium Life services out of Missouri Valley Iowa providing care for the mentally challenged and handicapped my clients are all on strict budgets and have different levels of nutritional needs and I can always seem to find something to inspire me here on your page. If I'm having a bad day I come here and you calm me down and I realize its going to be ok.

  • @jacquethirlkel3001
    @jacquethirlkel3001 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love a table of guys going Yummmmm while they inhale their good food. You are a great cook! Thanks again for a great cooking video! God bless!

  • @JeanetteParmantie-jq5xy
    @JeanetteParmantie-jq5xy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Thanks Brook.

  • @Bluthgirl76
    @Bluthgirl76 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I simply love your videos!!! You, your husband and 3 boys are amazing and authentic. Keep up the great content ❤

  • @helencantimagine
    @helencantimagine 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My twice-baked potato filling is about like yours. What I love about your potatoes is that you slice the top off the potato and then stuff it. I've always sliced the potato in half and then stuffed it. I like your way better. Thanks!! Pizza night looked like great fun!

  • @kayeward2047
    @kayeward2047 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    When I make tuna salad, I use tuna mayo sweet pickel relish and grated boiled egg in it ,and serve it on toasted bread to make a sandwich 🥪

    • @shawgeasland2096
      @shawgeasland2096 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me too. I don't like dill in any thing

  • @jennyderyke4267
    @jennyderyke4267 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    half mayo and half ketchup is called "fry sauce" in the southwest! It's great on french fries! They serve it in restaurants........you should try it!!

  • @NiNitosix
    @NiNitosix 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    My husband and I was eating a charcuterie board lunch when you served mr. cutie patootie Kyky! Headed to watch Dusty’s video now. 😀

    • @NiNitosix
      @NiNitosix 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      O my those taters and bbq looks so good! Going to watch your hunny after I watch you.

  • @annettejones7777
    @annettejones7777 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Those are some happy boys with their pizzas.

  • @southernmudpotteryonthehom9841
    @southernmudpotteryonthehom9841 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You just made me have a hankering for tuna sandwiches!! My family better get ready because that’s on the menu for next week!! I absolutely love to see a new video from you pop up.

  • @villavillain
    @villavillain 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It makes me happy to watch you dancin' in the kitchen ❤

  • @wendyedwards3833
    @wendyedwards3833 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I have a quick recipe for you to try…. Summertime sandwiches…… peanut butter, syrup, butter and honey mixed together as a spread. I bet they’ll love it!

  • @gabbygoo2916
    @gabbygoo2916 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    THANKS BROOKE FOR YOUR CHANNEL,NOW THAT EVERYTHING IS HIGH YOUR CHANNEL HELPS ME TO STILL GIVE MY FAMILY GREAT VARIETY LOVE YOUR FAMILY FROM MY IN SOUTH CAROLINA ❤

  • @deonaharvell5345
    @deonaharvell5345 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Love ur videos!! Really enjoy the “we have food at home” videos. I think it opens people’s minds to how much money they are wasting eating out. I’ve always cooked from scratch and now I’m glad I do lol

  • @LoLoLifeinFlorida
    @LoLoLifeinFlorida 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I was so happy to meet you tonight what a beautiful nice family❤ I am so excited that I got to meet you guys that I couldn't believe it I've been having a rough time lately and meeting you guys me my day I'm telling you😊 not going to say where obviously but it was so great😊

  • @kathyleighton9091
    @kathyleighton9091 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    We call the cheeseburger pizza a Big Mac pizza. All that is missing is diced onions and pickles.

  • @kaylakitty3814
    @kaylakitty3814 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I love your practical, everyday meals. Didn’t realize Dusty had a channel so will go check that out when done with your video.😊

  • @allisonmartin8717
    @allisonmartin8717 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My favorite tuna salad is albacore tuna with mayo, black pepper, and diced apple. Simple, but so good.

  • @lisaharrigan1370
    @lisaharrigan1370 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The Pizzas look amazing!! It doesn't matter what you were doing for this week as long as your family was fed and happy about the food, thats all that matters!! Just like you were craving the poek chop dish your father made, your kids are going to crave the dishes you make when they get older!!

  • @beckymoore2401
    @beckymoore2401 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are so real! I love your channel!!

  • @DeborahIsaacs-nx4dw
    @DeborahIsaacs-nx4dw 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I'm old and retired. I live alone and when i get up in the morning after i take care of my 2 rescues, dog and cat .i take a break before daily cleaning etc. And watch your videos Brooke. You make me feel better😅

  • @sonjakindig1720
    @sonjakindig1720 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Carmalized onion butter seasoning from Kinder’s is really good!!!

  • @lisaharrington3241
    @lisaharrington3241 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I like to make my tuna salad with mayo and pickle relish and some dill

  • @nikkilacroix910
    @nikkilacroix910 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I have never heard of golden mushroom soup or chicken helper! lol

  • @bettyknight7707
    @bettyknight7707 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That was awesome.. the kids were so proud they did such a wonderful job!

  • @nancycarney
    @nancycarney 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That is the only chicken helper I ever liked. My hubby liked Tuna Helper. Way back when they were 79c. I remember when I was broke I would make the chicken fried rice one without meat and carry the leftovers the next day for my lunch at work.

  • @wendym1860
    @wendym1860 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love babble...its like youre sitting talking with your bff

  • @janetgoodworth
    @janetgoodworth 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've cooked my jacket potatoes (baked to you in the usa) like this for 40years,that's how long my daughter has been eating them for,only i put mixed dryed herbs,cheese butter,salt,pepper and tgey are delicious,the saying "if it aint broke dont fix it"comes to mind,so I will never cook them another way,it's a bit of a faff but so worth it

  • @bujo.sunflower
    @bujo.sunflower 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are so cute! I just love your videos ❤. God Bless you and your family! ❤

  • @stephaniecook7603
    @stephaniecook7603 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love your dolly shirt in the tuna salad video! ❤

  • @maryanngibson3690
    @maryanngibson3690 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    great stuff, will serve some of these to my son who is visiting from 600 miles away, it's the kind of food he likes....

  • @tenthousanddaysofgratitude
    @tenthousanddaysofgratitude 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That was a fun watch. I loved the individual pizzas. Everyone looked happy.

  • @kitkat-fw3wy
    @kitkat-fw3wy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I can’t wait to make the stuffed pork chops and twice baked potatoes, never had either one! Such great ideas, don’t know how you come up with them all🙂. ❤ to you and your sweet family!!

  • @christinesilva2519
    @christinesilva2519 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Yum, custom pizzas, so much fun!

  • @stephaniepapaleo9001
    @stephaniepapaleo9001 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I hope y’all get to do a fun 🍕 night often bc your sweet family’s faces lit up when showing off their creations! Yumm!
    Everything you made looked 🔥 this week!!!

  • @thecheapbird4971
    @thecheapbird4971 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The ends make great soup broth for homemade pet food. My dogs n cats love veggies!

  • @kimmegee4736
    @kimmegee4736 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I adore your sweet family.

  • @elizabethbuttermore8015
    @elizabethbuttermore8015 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Remember always be positive and kind and happy and I'm eatin' a carrot! 😂I love that

  • @becki_booo
    @becki_booo หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thode pork chops look delish. I love boxed stuffing. Ive never tried thr golden mushroom siup but im making this TONIGHT. It looks so yummy!

  • @kimberlyjohnson-clark2886
    @kimberlyjohnson-clark2886 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love your meal ideas at my Walmart and WinCo and still please my boys.

  • @SaikaiDesu
    @SaikaiDesu หลายเดือนก่อน

    Golden mushroom was a staple in my house growing up. My dad used to make hamburger patties and cooked them in the golden mushroom with a side of potato.

  • @susanthompson1942
    @susanthompson1942 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are killing me Brooke. I think you are the funniest person lol

  • @ZenobiaDecrespin
    @ZenobiaDecrespin 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Cute hair bestie good to see you! ❤❤❤❤❤love yall to pieces

  • @tanyamckinnon5376
    @tanyamckinnon5376 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've always loved the smell of tomato plants

  • @trishthedish2790
    @trishthedish2790 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Those salads we love nice cooking

  • @valeriejohnson2036
    @valeriejohnson2036 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just joined and I have to say that I absolutely love your channel and you are just a beautiful person. Love you recipes and I have tried so many of them as well. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND THANK YOU FOR JUST BEING YOU. ...

  • @billielemasters2201
    @billielemasters2201 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love watching y’all. Learned some new things from you. Keep them coming 😊

  • @marieb9926
    @marieb9926 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would love to have a seat at your table. These dinners looked delicious! I was hooked on the stuffed pork chops but everything else 😋.

  • @Samantha0720
    @Samantha0720 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    He was making a COB pizza. Cheese On the Bottom. It’s a big thing in upstate NY not sure about elsewhere. That’s what he was doing Brook whether intentional or not haha. They all looked tasty though.

  • @shirleysteeves4229
    @shirleysteeves4229 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I like how your whole family puts their pizzas together that is really cool. You have a close knit family and it’s wonderful. Wonderful to see that.

  • @user-gb6xm6yc7s
    @user-gb6xm6yc7s 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love all, you’re videos sooooo much 🎉 Nova Scotia here

  • @annasbitd1032
    @annasbitd1032 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Those were amazing meals! I’m definitely going to try to make a couple of meals from your video! Thanks Brooke! Blessings!❤😊❤

  • @mousiemomma9457
    @mousiemomma9457 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That pizza "bar" idea was fantastic!! I never thought of doing that. Love it, as akways!

  • @laurenyost1526
    @laurenyost1526 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Out west we call your fancy sauce Fry Sauce. It’s so delicious. It’s a staple at our house for nuggets, fries, and more. Sometimes we through in some mustard or bbq sauce for a little kick.

  • @thriftyandniftyideas4902
    @thriftyandniftyideas4902 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You make your tuna salad like I do mine, but I put mine on toast with a slice of cheese. Love it!

  • @heatherchrisco9106
    @heatherchrisco9106 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm getting ready to be 42 years old in 2 weeks and I know of all the hamburger helpers and tuna helpers, but I've honestly never heard of or seen chicken helper. Especially not chicken fried rice. I definitely would've bought it instead of making homemade chicken fried rice every time. Surely, I'm not the only one who hasn't seen this before?!