A Week of Easy and Delicious Meals | Pantry Challenge Week 6

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  • @maryjanew20
    @maryjanew20 ปีที่แล้ว +548

    Becky, you don’t have to let the marinade go to waste when you grill. Just pour it into a saucepan, bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer until the marinade thickens. Depending what’s in it you may need to strain it. The result is usually a concentrated, flavorful sauce to pour over the grilled meat.

    • @dawnvierra4063
      @dawnvierra4063 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I was thinking same thing

    • @roserandall3160
      @roserandall3160 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Hi Becky...I was going to say the same as maryjanew20.....Just goes to show that great minds think alike!

    • @eleveneleven11114
      @eleveneleven11114 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Thanks for the tip! I’m always afraid we’ll get salmonella but makes sense to boil it then simmer

    • @Lockz5789
      @Lockz5789 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Becky do you reuse your lid seals I know we can the rings but what about the flat seals?

    • @cbjones2212
      @cbjones2212 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@cynthiafisher9907 That's not safe Cynthia. There are thawed chicken juices in the left over marinade which is exactly why it can't be used a second time. Bringing it to the boil is essential to make it safe to use as a sauce.

  • @candlegirl1973
    @candlegirl1973 ปีที่แล้ว +216

    Anyone else love hearing Baby Acre cooing in the background? So precious!

    • @lanak.fromnewmexico1143
      @lanak.fromnewmexico1143 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Absolutely! How sweet is that?!?❤️ I was saying, I wonder if it's because he hears Mama talking so he answers her?🤗🤗

    • @lindazilvertand
      @lindazilvertand ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lanak.fromnewmexico1143 this is a fake comment

    • @BrendaStinson-ml6px
      @BrendaStinson-ml6px ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Love hearing him talking! So Dear!!!

    • @candlegirl1973
      @candlegirl1973 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@lanak.fromnewmexico1143 that is what I was thinking as well. So sweet

    • @pjb2773
      @pjb2773 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I kept thinking how hard it must be to concentrate with all that precious cooing in the background.

  • @janh519
    @janh519 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    On St. Patrick’s Day I’ll be 78! Since my parents both lived to 95 and had six to eight rows of veggies each summer, I have not thought of myself as being “over-the-hill” old...yet! So, as usual, I’m planning on planting a few tomatoes and a couple bell pepper plants this spring/summer! I’ve been doing this each year, as I really enjoy them! To you in your early 60s, forget about your age! You are still young, so plant and harvest! Enjoy!

    • @cynthiafisher9907
      @cynthiafisher9907 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Well, I’m 66 and my dad is 96, so I will take your advice. I’ll forget about the fact that my mom died at(the young age of) 78, Lol.

    • @gwenfrazier7027
      @gwenfrazier7027 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I’m 55 and I love your post!😘

    • @kdonor
      @kdonor ปีที่แล้ว +4

      My grandma is 96 and still gardens. I gave her pepper and tomato plants last year and she grows onions and cucumbers too. Not sure what her plans are this year since she hasn't been as well, but she's managing living home alone .

    • @Akforgetmenot
      @Akforgetmenot ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ❤Such great encouragement!!!

    • @elaineleduc7948
      @elaineleduc7948 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hi Jan! I'll be 76 in March and I also plant peppers, tomatoes and basil. We can garden at any age!

  • @susanchamblee1190
    @susanchamblee1190 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    It's wonderful to hear the baby talking a way through the entire podcast. He sounds happy.

  • @zoecrowhurst9177
    @zoecrowhurst9177 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Tip! With the German pancakes, if you put them in the oven while it’s still cold the middle will puff up too💕

    • @berryknobberry2465
      @berryknobberry2465 ปีที่แล้ว

      Becky may want/need to know that someone is impersonating her to scam people online by claiming they "won a prize"

  • @brendamanley3019
    @brendamanley3019 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    At 53, i didn’t think you could teach me new tricks, but I can’t tell you how much you have inspired me. You and your little family are such a ray of sunshine! The first thing I do in the morning is grab a cup of coffee and search to see if you have anything new for me to watch. I wish I seen your drive and determination in more of todays youth. Congratulations on your sweet boy and your channel. I look forward to spending time with you every day! 😊

  • @tcwill100
    @tcwill100 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I am 63 and have just started cleaning because of you and Rose red homestead and I love it. I have multiple sclerosis and I'm in a wheelchair and somehow or another cooking is the only thing that I can still do well. So nobody will probably use my all my food I'm canning until after I'm gone but I'm having a great time getting my pantry stocked. Thanks for the inspiration.

    • @tcwill100
      @tcwill100 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Obviously clean it's meant to be canning

  • @susieq2544
    @susieq2544 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    It’s always amazing to see how quickly newborn babies grow. Your baby acre is adorable with the little legs hanging out. So precious. Thanks for all you do.

  • @claudiagarcia9207
    @claudiagarcia9207 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It’s the most heartwarming thing listening to Mr. Acre in the background! It’s so cute! ❤

  • @lauracovington2104
    @lauracovington2104 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    Becky, you should also try making compound butters with whole fruit in it. You simply let the butter soften to room temp, stir in fruit, shape in waxed paper or plastic wrap, wrap in foil, and freeze. It is really good on oatmeal, waffles, pancakes, etc.

    • @virginiabaker2966
      @virginiabaker2966 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yum.

    • @robinashultz7662
      @robinashultz7662 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for sharing ☺️

    • @margretkates1394
      @margretkates1394 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Herb butter too

    • @cbjones2212
      @cbjones2212 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks for the great Idea Laura. I'm in Australia and have so much just harvested fruit to preserve right now. I'm going to do this with some of it today!

    • @thatonedog819
      @thatonedog819 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've heard of herb butter, but fruit butter! Sounds like a good idea!

  • @earlenewagner2087
    @earlenewagner2087 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    I bought a bottle of the avocado spray oil & ordered the presto electric canner. I just turned 76 and have learned so much from you, keep up the good work!!

    • @skylarsherman-morton9876
      @skylarsherman-morton9876 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The electric canner is amazing! I’m 33 an disabled due to autoimmune diseases and I had a hard time pressure canning.
      I use it for all things, the water bath function is great also!

  • @vanessarheadart9708
    @vanessarheadart9708 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    Put the leftover marinade in a saucepan on the hob in the future to cook your sauce(no wasted goodness😁)
    Glad your looking into canned caramelized onions. I hope it's possible, it will really streamline your cooking days.

    • @kscheuerman5378
      @kscheuerman5378 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I just wrote the same thing as you. I never knew if other's do this. Love not wasting the best part

    • @CharlenePink-Dufresne
      @CharlenePink-Dufresne ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I was going to write the same thing, but decided to read before writing...lol! Great minds....lol! Everything looks amazing Becky!😋😋

    • @libbylauderdale1382
      @libbylauderdale1382 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ​@@kscheuerman5378 I do this, also. Bringing it to a boil makes it safe. Well, we've never gotten sick. Hate waste.

    • @TLadret
      @TLadret ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Whippoorwill Hollar(sp?) did a video on this that looked easy enough to follow, I’m planning on making a bunch up this fall as well as onion soup. 👍

    • @robinashultz7662
      @robinashultz7662 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Look at Rachel’s from The 1870s Homestead for the caramelized onion recipe, delish!!

  • @cheylingarber5886
    @cheylingarber5886 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    Becky I am 62 years old and you have inspired me so very much to explore more recipe's when canning and cooking. God Bless you sweet girl😇

    • @bobbiek2960
      @bobbiek2960 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I’m 62 and starting a small garden this spring that’s to Becky. I still have a fear of canning thou..lol

    • @kristenevans4557
      @kristenevans4557 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@bobbiek2960 me too, but I’m going to overcome it! LoL

    • @GOGOSLIFE
      @GOGOSLIFE ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@bobbiek2960 That makes 3 of us 'old broads', lol! A little snow on the roof, but still fire in the hearth, as they say! I'm making the garden my priority this year. We're having another snow storm tomorrow, so it'll be awhile, lol!

    • @Shenjack
      @Shenjack ปีที่แล้ว +1

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    • @jeannewman1054
      @jeannewman1054 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm 56 and will be turning 57 in June and Becky has inspired me so much as well. So I'm joining you ladies! 🙂

  • @clareseib9000
    @clareseib9000 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hearing the baby in the background is so adorable!! I also gave birth to my first in Sept 2022 and it's just a reminder that I too have those beautiful, wonderful change in my home as well

  • @teresecox4109
    @teresecox4109 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I’m always in awe of how you film, and then edit to create multiple topic specific videos! You are amazing!

  • @Jules8294
    @Jules8294 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We’ve been freeze drying and loading our pantry for the last year after watching some preppers. Watching your channel my husband and I realized we need to start using what we have and skipping the grocery as much as we can without depleting our stock. Thank you for sharing!!!

  • @susankirby4607
    @susankirby4607 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love hearing Baby Acre "talking" in the background of your videos!! Thanks for all the dinner inspirations!

  • @justjillyo
    @justjillyo ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Hi Becky! A suggestion for your marinade- put a pot on the grill and boil the marinade. Cooks all the salmonella out and you can use it on your rice!
    Love hearing baby A being more vocal in the background. So cute!

  • @homefries5557
    @homefries5557 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I absolutely love these meals in a week video! For so many reasons, we get to see how the meals she meal prepped turned out, how to cook them, see her get inspired for more meals, see her experiment. And mostly it gives us ideas for meals! Thank you Becky! ❤ and yes compound butters pls!!!

  • @christicepeda1264
    @christicepeda1264 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I absolutely love hearing baby Acre talking in the background...precious!!!

  • @lisagauthier5681
    @lisagauthier5681 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Josh must get so excited waiting for his next meal. What a cook you are Chicklet!!!!!

  • @melodyspoor3127
    @melodyspoor3127 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    Baby A is getting so much more vocal. A perfect companion to cooking dinner.

    • @margretkates1394
      @margretkates1394 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You can tell he’s getting bigger! Can little feet poking out!

  • @annduffy1356
    @annduffy1356 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Baby Acre is getting so big and I love hearing him vocalizing in the background! So sweet! Today’s recipe sounds delicious, I’ll have to give it a try!

  • @BamaRollOn
    @BamaRollOn ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I loved the “Bewitched” moment when the pan disappeared from the counter.😂

  • @OrganicMommaGA
    @OrganicMommaGA ปีที่แล้ว +8

    For onions that you don't want to freeze, dehydrate, or freeze dry, try fermenting them or pickling them. They're great added to salads and some cooked recipes!

  • @sourdoughsavant22
    @sourdoughsavant22 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I did the biscuit method this time around and it's so much easier!
    I just cook the biscuits separately and serve them on the side to avoid soggy bottoms
    I also started to cut my Biscuits in squares to avoid having to smush pieces together. On the ends that means one or two sides don't have the flake look, so it's less pretty but I find it much easier and pretty much the same!

  • @carlarice9099
    @carlarice9099 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I loved doing the pantry challenge! I spent $75 second week of January and we spent probably $100 for my husband when I was gone 5 days babysitting our grandson. Disclaimer- we eat out a lot during Purdue basketball season but still made a big dent in freezer meals, home preserved garden produce and pantry items! Thankful for this group!

  • @laurelekorenrud3124
    @laurelekorenrud3124 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    We have been making Dutch babies for a very long time is a special tea for Christmas and birthdays but our recipes a little bit different it’s for every egg you add a quarter cup flour and a quarter of a cup of milk and that’s it and we invested in individual size little dishes so that everyone could have their own round Dutch baby and it has been a big hit for years and then we always serve it. I think this is the classic as you serve it with lemon juice and powdered sugar. Yum.

    • @kaleigh4081
      @kaleigh4081 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      We love them with blueberries, but I've also made a savoury version with ham and cheese. 😋 We never have leftovers....

    • @mimiashford5544
      @mimiashford5544 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      We sub egg nog for milk/cream during the holidays and the flavor is amazing.

    • @kaleigh4081
      @kaleigh4081 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mimiashford5544 oooh! That sounds amazing!! I'll definitely try that next December! Thanks!

  • @nataliemaker9461
    @nataliemaker9461 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    In Buffalo NY we call the breakfast you made a Dutch Baby! They are probably most popularly served with fresh strawberries, powdered sugar, fresh lemon slice to squeeze on, and I love it with maple syrup. I love that you make them! They are always such an easy delicious treat :)

  • @LalaDee6251
    @LalaDee6251 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    These are the Days Becky! You and Josh will never forget them, ENJOY

  • @jennynations7676
    @jennynations7676 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I just love when you taste test. The look on your face makes my day. The joy you take from your food is written all over. Thank you for taste testing.

  • @melissadonaldson6562
    @melissadonaldson6562 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I made a Dutch baby for my husband and 2 boys today for the first time after watching you make it and they absolutely loved it. There was none left after breakfast as my boys went back for more.
    Thankyou for being you and such an inspiration ❤

  • @kathrynhowitt7418
    @kathrynhowitt7418 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That 1870’s Homestead has a caramelized onion canning video. I canned them for the first time last year and use them all the time! This year I will can more! Love your channel🎉

  • @roselightz_3027
    @roselightz_3027 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks to you I decided to eat through my stores! I live in a dorm, so I don't have much space...but I filled it to the brim and everytime I go to the store I come back with ten more things than I planned to, especially bread, pasta and rice variants. Then I keep reaching for the "easy" options instead of actually cooking(even though I love doing it!) and run out of those and produce so quickly that I feel like I need to go to the store again, to refill just this one thing only to end up with another big haul I didn't actually need😅 So now I'm not going to the store again until I've eaten through my stockpile and instead ask my roommates to get some fresh produce for me when they go shopping, so that I can't be tempted to bring home unnecessary things ^^

  • @martiriggs2003
    @martiriggs2003 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not sure if anyone else commented on this Becky, but if you lay a piece of heavy duty aluminum foil over the grill grates and set it on High for about 15-20 minutes all the goo will cook to ashes and scrape off easily. It turns the grill into a self cleaning oven. My husband as been doing this for 40 years, works like a charm.

  • @Funky_Fairy
    @Funky_Fairy ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Rachel from 1870s homestead does an amazing canned caramelised onion recipe.

  • @saoirseokeeffe4258
    @saoirseokeeffe4258 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hey Becky. I just wanted to say thank you for your videos.
    I just got home from dropping my assistance dog off to get surgery, and saw your new video. It's so comforting and keeping me "ok". I love waking up to your videos on other days too (Australia). It starts my day off on a good note.

    • @kimsmith3265
      @kimsmith3265 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m in Aust 🇦🇺 too & I LOVE waking up to a new video every other day. So great to relax on the couch with a cuppa and watch

  • @tiffanywestern9449
    @tiffanywestern9449 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love watching your channel! You give me so many great ideas.
    One idea you might try with your onions is making carmalized onion powder. It's so delicious and a great way to use up those onions and easy to store on the pantry shelf.

  • @ladymolly5143
    @ladymolly5143 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your eyes are so expressive when you taste what you are cooking. Even if you didn't say a word, your eyes say everything.

  • @mlee7037
    @mlee7037 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was watching a video of Bri’s yesterday, and she mentioned you and the frozen biscuits. I love that my TH-cam family is family with each other!❤

  • @tammycope3145
    @tammycope3145 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Love hearing baby a talking in the background!!! Everything looks great!!!

  • @dehaakbaak3511
    @dehaakbaak3511 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Hi Becky, congrats on starting the raised beds! I cant wait to see the end result. It would be amazing, I can imagine. I am starting to build my raised beds tomorrow. Untill this year I gardened in inground beds but it is too overwhelming for me. So raised beds it is. Enjoy yours as I will mine!

  • @kcoastalcreations4502
    @kcoastalcreations4502 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Baby A is talking up a storm! Love hearing him chattering in the background.

  • @wee_haggis6374
    @wee_haggis6374 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Oh yay! Just sitting down with a coffee and some homemade bread with butter and honey, having your company along with that is blissful! Thank you for everything you share with us, I appreciate your channel so much! 💜

  • @1nicenurse
    @1nicenurse ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Oh my, Becky that nuget candy! It's better than I remember!! I'm very ashamed to say I have made it 2 x so far! And if i listen to the men in my house I would have made it again! It is way too good! "Willpower" is not our strong site around here! And those biscuits are yummy too! Thank you for sharing all these wonderful recipes Becky!
    We love your channel! My hubby loves it too!! That's saying a lot for him! The only other youtube my husband will watch without complaining is " Mandy in the making" all others he complains about! Lol thank you again! We make a German pancake around here that we call "Branda cake" And it has pretty much everything you put in just a little bit more of everything so the custard layer is a lot thicker and oh my goodness so yummy I guess we're gonna have that tomorrow For breakfast the boys will be happy!

  • @mjhomestead-livingourdream4436
    @mjhomestead-livingourdream4436 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I just canned caramelized onions for the first time last fall. They are DELICIOUS! You will not be sorry if you do it!😊

  • @timkarenshively507
    @timkarenshively507 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just canned caramelized onions. I used the recipe from 1870's Homestead on TH-cam. I made hamburger steak last night and put some in the skillet with them. Absolutely delicious!

  • @janmata4449
    @janmata4449 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Becky, you are inspiring me so much! I spent this week making freezer breakfasts. I used your granola bread recipe. It is amazing! The best I ever had. I also canned pickles and chicken stock from chicken that I would’ve normally thrown away. I appreciate your content so much!! I also have a whole hog and half a cow coming in a few weeks. I love having pantry security.❤

  • @saq167
    @saq167 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Wow that German pancake looks like a giant Yorkshire pudding. So excited for you to get your garden finished.

  • @cbass2755
    @cbass2755 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I’m not shopping for this month of March. No running to the store for ANYTHING. I’m trying to rotate my foods but it’s hard living alone, but I can do it. It will give me an idea of what I’m lacking too to shop in April for those things I discover I don’t have. It will also give me practice on my bread making and pastry making skills. I’m looking forward to my personal challenge.

  • @JayJS1410
    @JayJS1410 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Becky I'm really interested to know what your grocery bill is like for the year? Just to get an idea of whether it's something that will work for our family the way you do it - bulk buying quality meat, growing some of your veggies, making a lot of things from scratch and pantry challenges. Thanks!

  • @heatherdplans37
    @heatherdplans37 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    With my onions I love to dice some and slice some. I put them in pint sized vacuum sealed bags and then I freeze them flat. The slices can be used for fajitas or Philly sandwiches.

  • @lottatroublemaker6130
    @lottatroublemaker6130 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I make mushroom powder regularly, but I also made a super concentrated mushroom seasoning, a huge shopping bag of different fresh mushrooms and some dried ones ended out as a cup of powder in the end. It is such a flavor bomb, so it has to be used sparingly, but it is amazing in sauces etc. Fantastic! 🤗

    • @theresakretschmar3420
      @theresakretschmar3420 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am always dehydrating baby Bellas, because I love the flavor, but I never thought of making a powder out of them. Thanks for the idea!

  • @charmainemrtnz
    @charmainemrtnz ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Dutch baby! Would you be interested in pulling a few of you strawberry shoots and selling them? Just the dry root shoots before they grow. Your berries look awesome and I will put them in my GreenStalks. I am disabled and can’t get down to garden so I am trying GreenStalks instead of in ground or raised beds. I have 8 of them. I also dehydrate mushrooms until crisp. Then I blitz them into powder and add that to recipes. I turned 63 in December and am looking forward to a great growing season. You have inspired me to be brave in the kitchen. My husband is loving the stuff I am making. Baby A is precious! Love hearing him. ❤️🙏🌹💐👶🏻

  • @natashasmith2028
    @natashasmith2028 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love doing different kinds of compound butter and freezing it! I currently have 6 different kinds of butter in my freezer. I make the butter and then roll it into logs, freeze it for a bit to harden it up, then slice it into sections(I do coins because I like to use it on top of steaks a lot). I then lay them on a parchment lined baking sheet and flash freeze them before putting them into food saver bags(I use the ziploc type ones that I can unseal and reseal again with these)!

  • @martiriggs2003
    @martiriggs2003 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My mother always made beef stew with biscuits on top like your chicken pot pie. It was my favorite way to have it!

  • @nessasbestdiy
    @nessasbestdiy ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The view out your kitchen window when you make the honey mustard chicken is amazing! Thr sun is setting and the sky is beautiful! 😍😍😍😍

  • @alaskafamilykitchen3203
    @alaskafamilykitchen3203 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi Becky! Yes compound butters are amazing to have on hand to add great flavors to everything! Also, if you bring that chicken marinade up to temp/boil on the stove, you can still pour it over rice or whatever. I encourage you to look up the safe temp just to be sure. Hope this helps! 🌺 Jen

  • @rejenlifestyle4485
    @rejenlifestyle4485 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love and appreciate you so much Becky! Thanks for always being such a great inspiration to dig deeper and get things done! Yesterday we made about 300 cookies and most of the dough went into the freezer for the future. I love cooking big and cleaning ONCE. Such a great way to get ahead. Blessings to you, Josh and Baby “A”. ❤

  • @beth5765
    @beth5765 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We have also dehydrated caramelized onions and they are awesome.
    Love all your inspiration, Becky❤

  • @kiriaioulia
    @kiriaioulia ปีที่แล้ว +6

    OH MY GOSH! Mushroom Salt! I LOVE this idea! I can't wait to give it a try!!!!!!

  • @nancysworld4178
    @nancysworld4178 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love the idea of the mushroom salt. I don't like to eat mushrooms but I know they're nutritious so using them in a salt is a great idea. Thanks Becky! 😀

  • @Jules8294
    @Jules8294 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We label our freezer meats with dates as well, makes it so much easier because we backfill once we use something. We do the same with canned goods and freeze dried goods. I love watching your channel!❤

  • @lydiah7184
    @lydiah7184 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We make Dutch Babies all the time (we call it Pannukakkua) and a trick for avoiding dirtying a blender is to mix your egg & flour together first until well combined and then add liquid. No lumps!

  • @morgan0598
    @morgan0598 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A tip that I use for meal planning is to go through what I have and make a four-week menu taking into consideration that some busy nights will have to be easy meals. I personally like this because some nights get turned into leftover nights meaning I will still have meals left over in case I can't get to the store right away. By having different levels of effort meals I can also easily move certain items around when needed. This plan also makes it so that if I have a day where I can prep freezer meals I already know what to make. Having the meals also helps me remember what ingredients I have. So if I have lasagna on the menu and I decide I don't want to make it I can instead use the same ingredients to make baked ziti just changing the noodle shape. I like to have around two complicated meals a week so that i can still make something fun to cook when im inspired.

  • @laurahamm8049
    @laurahamm8049 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So sweet to hear baby Acre cooing in the background 💜 still loving your channel!

  • @marcialarson7617
    @marcialarson7617 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't wait to see your garden Becky! Your raised beds will be great! I've got green beans planted in the ground so far and cucumbers and squash planted in peat moss cups. They have both sprouted! I planted carrots in a large plastic deep tub. They are up too! Like you I am very excited for this canning season! Love your cooking recipes! Baby Acre sounds so sweet in the background. One day I hope we'll get to see him helping you in the garden!

  • @carolyngregory9354
    @carolyngregory9354 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Becky, that view from your kitchen is beyond awesome. It would be wonderful to have those mountains everyday. I loved your meals that you prepared.

  • @Kathy-zx5bu
    @Kathy-zx5bu ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you for all the time and effort you put into your channel. I enjoy your friendship and the fun we all have cooking together! You always make me smile and brighten my day. God bless you and your family and have a great week. 💕

  • @claireskinner9077
    @claireskinner9077 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    If you’re going to regularly cook whilst wearing Baby A you might want to get him some ear protection to protect his little ears - they sell special headband style ones for young babies 😊

  • @planningtolive_thebestlife453
    @planningtolive_thebestlife453 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve been experimenting with a bunch of your freezer meal recently! Our favorites so far are lemon smash chicken(number 1 by FAR), cranberry Catalina chicken, and the pumpkin sausage pasta bake. Thank you so much for your excellent recipe resource!! I’ve been having so much fun trying out new things😄 I’ve also made a couple of my recipes into freezer meals too. I’ve done butter chicken and creamy turkey red enchiladas. Epic. Absolutely epic!! If I may say so it has been life changing for my husband and me. I struggle with being able to cook every night so this has been great to rely on instead of takeout. And the meals are so much more satisfying and we can control the ratios of veggie, carb, and protein.

  • @deborahjenkins7154
    @deborahjenkins7154 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That sausage dinner looks just divine. U never seem to inspire me to do things. Omgoodness. Love every video u put out. I just started seedlings, planted 3 apple trees ( red & green golden delicious & fuji, plus we have crab apple, a peach tree, more varieties of blueberries, raspberries, gooseberries, elderberry, aronia berry (looks like blueberries) we have Mulberries, Strawberries. I didn't realize how many different ones I had until writing this down.

  • @ChandraDePriest
    @ChandraDePriest ปีที่แล้ว +5

    FYI for the Dutch baby you do not have to add the sugar to the mix it will still cook up nicely and I add cinnamon to my mix.

  • @setapart6937
    @setapart6937 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    If you ever need meal inspiration, Budget Bytes has a ton of excellent recipes! Some of our favorites are creamy tortellini soup, chili mac and cheese, chicken fajita pasta, beef and mushroom stroganoff, cheeseburger pasta, taco pasta, American goulash, Cajun chicken pasta, baked chicken nuggets, baked pizza chicken, sheet pan sweet and sour chicken, garlic herb chicken breast, baked chicken wings, sweet and spicy chicken thighs, teriyaki chicken and rice, unstuffed bell peppers and cheddar cheeseburger meatloaf. As you can tell my husband and I are a huge fan of her recipes!!

  • @TheHeritageArtsPodcast
    @TheHeritageArtsPodcast ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think you’re going to be getting me on another Dutch Baby kick soon! We love doing savory Dutch Babies - before it is fully cooked, we throw a bunch of thinly sliced veggies on top along with some cheese and let that all warm up while it finishes baking…you can also just let it fully cook and put sautéed veggies and cheese on top fresh out of the oven!

  • @shaina833
    @shaina833 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That 1870s Homestead has a video on caramelized onions for canning and they are so good!! Another amazing one is her French onion soup for canning!!

  • @aimeestrubell9672
    @aimeestrubell9672 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cook the sauce. Either in the grill on a pan that can take the heat or on the stove and then you can eat the sauce. You can add more to the chicken at the end and use it on the rice.

  • @shelleygoetchius231
    @shelleygoetchius231 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The honey mustard marinade is one of my favorites too! I love it on the grill.

  • @jamiemueller1881
    @jamiemueller1881 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow; these all look fabulous! Love these ideas. Your enthusiasm, energy, and passion are contagious. And you're glowing!

  • @juliespencer1164
    @juliespencer1164 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for taking us on your pantry challenge journey wow week 6 I am 65 love and you have given me to much inspiration. God bless you. xxx

  • @calliehunsucker8967
    @calliehunsucker8967 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    For years, I've made a lemon chicken pasta dish. I made it this week and decided to add some worchestershire sauce to it like your smash chicken and it was sooo yummy!

  • @SeaShelSave
    @SeaShelSave ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for posting!!!

  • @dellal5930
    @dellal5930 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Try simmering your marinade in a sauce pan either on bbq or stove top. I have a few pans that I use on my grill. I roast potatoes with a little water and seasonings in a foil lined bread loaf pan. Sometimes we roast veggies that way, too. Brussel sprouts are amazing on the bbq!

  • @gloriadurelli4923
    @gloriadurelli4923 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I began canning last year. I have made caramelized onions many times using the slow cooker, then canned them. So convenient when you only need a small amount. That 1870's Homestead TH-cam channel has a video from one year ago--discussing caramelized onions and onion jam.

  • @auntiepam5649
    @auntiepam5649 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Rachel at that 1870’s homestead has a wonderful caramelized onion recipe.

  • @keciadickson392
    @keciadickson392 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Becky, a BIG Thank You for the shorter video times. I absolutely LOVE your content but sometimes it's difficult to watch a HR long video....time wise that is. You're looking great and baby sounds like he is thriving. PS...My husband and I so enjoy your Dad's channel and starting our day with his very inspirational word. 🙏🕊️💕

    • @nancyhickman1458
      @nancyhickman1458 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kecia, Would you please link his youtube channel?

    • @kdonor
      @kdonor ปีที่แล้ว

      If you are a "fast listener" you can adjust the playback speed. I always listen at 2x speed and am waiting for TH-cam to make a 2.5 or 3x speed like some podcast players have.

    • @keciadickson392
      @keciadickson392 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nancyhickman1458 Be with Jesus 365

  • @tracyg4783
    @tracyg4783 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love my compound butters. Right now I have Rosemary/Thyme and Basil/Oregano. I used the solids I skimmed off while making ghee and added fresh herbs from my garden.
    You can caramelize onions in the crockpot in a liquid (I’ve used balsamic vinegar, wine, or beer) and then freeze dry them to use in recipes

  • @TLadret
    @TLadret ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Becky! Another idea for your freeze dried strawberries if you still have some would be to save some for frostings. Yummy!! A beautiful home made vanilla cake with strawberry jam between the layers and a strawberry, cream cheese frosting - you’d be a rock star at your next family dinner.😄

  • @3CornerAcre
    @3CornerAcre ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've been buying and using 100% organic Shiitake powder, whenever I make soup or cooked greens, or a substitute for anchovies. Like your homemade version too.

  • @loribillings3810
    @loribillings3810 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Baby A is going to grow up on yummy delicious meals made by his momma ❤️

  • @Tatas1999
    @Tatas1999 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Josh is such a lucky guy to have you for his wife! I’m jealous of how much you do and how well you do it. Don’t worry it’s a good jealous that makes me want to be better. 😊

  • @ashleywest754
    @ashleywest754 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Freeze dried strawberries are amazing on yogurt, cereal, oatmeal, etc! Love them! I have a load going in my freeze dryer, as we speak!!!!

  • @gailharris-dz2sh
    @gailharris-dz2sh ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Throw the extra chickens sauce in a small pan or Pyrex and cook it alone in the oven or even the stove so you will still have the sauce.

  • @stacyskiles9544
    @stacyskiles9544 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Rachel from That 1870s homestead channel has a recipe for canned caramelized onions. 😊

  • @lindabirkes-lance8915
    @lindabirkes-lance8915 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love watching these week-long videos and seeing things we’ve already seen. When you showed the frozen strawberries, I thought, “Yeah and it all turns out great!”
    Also, chicken sausage, onions, and kale or spinach, with some kind of pasta or the gnocchi? Yes, please.

  • @Chris-lw8up
    @Chris-lw8up ปีที่แล้ว

    Aww it’s so nice to hear little man having a good chat in the background

  • @letsdothisshelliesway1611
    @letsdothisshelliesway1611 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Simmer the marinade from chicken in a sauce pan on the stove. There's you're sauce for your rice

  • @crystalh1402
    @crystalh1402 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    The mushroom salt makes me think of the Trader Joe’s Multipurpose Umami Seasoning

    • @robinashultz7662
      @robinashultz7662 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have to try this!👍🏻

    • @cecenelson2194
      @cecenelson2194 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I use the Trader Joe’s all the time. Becky is so smart making her own
      N.

  • @janetlavoie2441
    @janetlavoie2441 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I always have basil butter and sage butter in the freezer. It is so good.

  • @destinybae2435
    @destinybae2435 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Baby boy is just talking away now lol I love it. Also, I'm so here for compound butters! I love your channel so much, I've learned so much and already have incorporated things into my cooking!