18 Homestead Meals ~ Scratch Cooking for a Large Family ~

[@threerivershomestead]

Sunday 1/9 0:45 - Taco egg casserole and bacon - Chicken and rice soup - Steak stir fry Monday 1/10 8:03 - Biscuits and scrambled eggs - Baked potato bar - Meatloaf muffins Tuesday 1/11 19:52 - Zucchini bread - Homemade cashew milk - Hot cocoa and marshmallow fluff - Nacho Bar - Chicken pot pie and Butternut squash pie - Homemade Lemonade Wednesday 1/12 35:00 - Chia Pudding and Egg Casserole - Tuna and noodles - Pork roast and potatoes Thursday 1/13 40:57 - Blueberry muffins - Sloppy Joes on 30 minute rolls - Birthday dinner provided by my mom Friday 1/14 50:03 - Leftovers - Pizza - Homegrown sprouts

[@Kimber6337]

Can you confirm the biscuit recipe. What is powder?

[@user-zw8zw3zo3q]

Why do you not use soy sauce??

[@RunninUpThatHillh]

Unless fermented, soy is extremely bad for you. Just a guess as to why.

[@judyellingson6852]

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[@saltandsriracha]

@@user-zw8zw3zo3q probably allergic, I am as well

[@cherylross5322]

I was SO touched by your comment about why you give them a cup of espresso. Such a thoughtful mom. AND, to any negative commentors, trust me, it's not going to hurt them at all ;-) Rather, it shows them that their parents understand the effort they willingly put in. It will be a fond memory later in life.

[@jaselleromero]

True my grandma used to give us a cup of coffee with milk if we eat all our breakfast 😋

[@hana.dd41874]

I totally agree. My mom actually used to make me espressos as a young teen when I had a ton of homework or a big test to study for. Best mamas in the world.

[@DeterminedDIYer]

My mom gave me coffee that was mostly milk when i was 4 because i wanted to be like her. :) I'm 5'11. We ate mostly out of our garden so i figure that makes up for it.

[@chickadeetle]

When I was young, my mother and I would visit an elderly woman. She had very little money and would save every little bit of food that she had left after a meal, even just a bite of something. When we came to visit she would bring out everything from her fridge, even if it was just a little bit of each thing, she would fill the table with pretty little dishes . It was like a real life tea party. Only with coffee!! She was the only one who would give me a cup of coffee (of, course more milk than coffee), making me feel so grown up. Mrs. Illinger was a concentration camp survivor, my mother once told me when I asked about the mark on her arm and that was why she always had kept little bits of food. I didn't understand really what that meant until as a teenager I learned about the Holocaust in school and did alot of reading about it. My heart breaks to think of that kind, loving woman having to go through that horror. I remember her so well and the way she made me feel so grown up and special by just the simple act of pouring me coffee in a pretty little cup. So, yes, the boys will remember. They will also remember mom's loving words.

[@hellogoodbye3957]

As a treat my granny would give me half coffee, have milk in one of her beautiful special tea cups and have butter cookies from a tin and those where such special times for me as a child!!!

[@lexivida9635]

I feel like I’m pretty invested in the beet kraut saga at this point. 😂 the REAL pantry challenge will be seeing if you can finish that off by the end of February!

[@suburbanfarms]

ha ha

[@cynthiamyers4265]

I would probably give up and feed it to the chickens or the compost pile.

[@coastalfarmhouse1820]

Hahaha so true. Yes feed to chickens

[@elizabethcopeland3026]

Me too! I actually enjoy that kraut myself, but it takes me forever to get through it too.

[@DreamweaversHomestead]

Yes! Lol

[@Rosmarylla]

Honestly, having kids on the counter WITH you teaches them cooking skills and respect for the work you do. I think it is great!

[@shazza160]

Actually bums on counters is so culturally offensive in so many parts of the world, why are Americans obsessed with sitting on counters.

[@GwynneDear]

@@shazza160 different strokes for different folks.

[@JoanneMacg]

@@shazza160 no one is asking those people to put bums on their counters. People are different.

[@sarahbarr99]

Please dont ever feel like you have to apologize for the littles on the counter or for anything. We as parents do our best and you know what works for your family. Love that you include the kiddos in making your meals. You are a great mama!

[@scenteddragronflywithmichelle]

I personally love that you allow your babies on your counter and that you allow your older children to help in the kitchen and that you are fostering Davids love for baking and allow him to experiment. That's how kids learn.

[@IcedReality]

I started a new job recently and several people are giving me a hard time about being "soft spoken" (ie, not being loud? Aggressive? I'm not sure). I was feeling pretty bad about myself, but watching this video helped me so much. I have so much respect and gratitude for you, Jessica, for how you run your home so capably. I would consider you soft spoken! I would also consider you capable, knowledgeable, kind, and a guide and leader in your family. Thank you for showing me that being soft spoken is not a bad thing!

[@lindakrause8793]

Soft-spoken speaking is wonderful! I am loud and don't intend to be, but that's just my personality. It didn't dawn on me when I would play with my boys and yell and hoop and hollar that I was teaching them to be loud also. Then years later the loudness just drove me crazy! I wish I was soft-spoken. It is very peaceful.

[@doraweir2141]

They gave you hard time for it?! Wow! As a naturally loud and explosivr person coming from a loud family.. I am working on being softer every day. So treasure your softness. It is absolutely a gift.

[@whiskeywomanwhisks]

I love that you treat your boys like young men-so many people want kids to walk talk act work like an adult but then treat them like a toddler-respect goes both ways. Great idea-save freeze kale stems! I dehydrate all my surplus kale but-the crunch of stems🙌🏻

[@jessfindsherlife2749]

Adore this "Using up food and filling bellies." And Sunday soup how wonderful! Thank you for sharing with us.

[@CrazyGrandmaWeaz]

I love how much respect you show your children and let them know what a blessing they are. What a great positive influence you are.

[@reneeshelton1779]

If you don't twist the dough cutter the biscuits will rise higher and fluffier. So sweet to see a mother who cooks from scratch!

[@ladykathrynperry9094]

I want to thank you, I am a new subscriber from New Hampshire! I am now a grandparent and I have raised five home educated contributing citizens to our society. I am very proud of this accomplishment! I now have six grandchildren.

[@suziekrieger4110]

I think it’s sad that someone that chooses to watch your videos would make a negative comment. We need to accept people for who they are and stop judging! I love your videos!

[@lyndamadrid-miller695]

I really admire you cooking from scratch, it’s so refreshing to see a young mom cooking so healthy. Have you thought about creating a cookbook? Kudos to you and your beautiful family:)

[@tiff2106]

‘Food is my love language’ resonates so deeply within me! My husband is very self sufficient as well as chronically I’ll (not that you would notice looking at him). He also has the highest metabolism I have ever seen and needs about 3000 calories a day just to keep his weight without any exercise or activity so I cook for him. I can’t do a lot of things to make him feel better but he loves to eat and I love to hear ‘your food tastes better than any restaurant food’! 💜

[@ExNihiloArchitecture]

Kids on the counter also draws them into the learning process. Great job, mama!

[@tinaabert5237]

I for one love that your babes are up on the counter “helping”! They are learning so many things as they get their hands into things! My kids and grads all have had their turns up on Oma’s counter and they loved the experience and the now adult children who have kids do the same thing….it’s all about teaching them from the start. Love your channel! You are a joy to watch and listen to.

[@jamiecole2144]

Ditto! I had my little guy up on the counter a lot when I was in the kitchen as well. It was just easier for me as well! He enjoyed helping me cook and still does and he's about to be 5!

[@worleyhavenhomestead1448]

Me too I love having my kids up on the counter "helping" and talking while I get things done and they learn so much from watching and interacting, I think we need to involve our children more instead of trying to keep them out of the way all the time!

[@tiarewilliams9186]

I'm not really doing the challenge but it has made me more cognizant of things I need to use. A scoop of protein powder I didnt like got thrown into an oatmeal bake. Chicken that was slightly freezer burned is in a pot for chicken soup. Other things too.

[@katrinaavila3859]

Same here! I’ve had muffin mix in my pantry for months! Used one of them for part of breakfast yesterday and it was a nice treat!

[@tiff2106]

Same here, especially those random cans I get from a good subscription every month. Just made amazing pasta with tuna and tomato sauce. The plan is to go through my cans drawer and have it half empty in a couple of weeks. (Last week I used up 6 cans plus random pasta we don’t really like.)

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[@chelinfusco6403]

I posted on the challenge for just one day. Several of my friends, who never heard of you or the challenge joined up. Then I was watching some other KZbin channels I'm subscribed for gardening and other stuff, and you came up. Several people in the KZbin community are following the Three Rivers Challenge. Honey, this is spreading like wild fire. Pretty good thing you are doing. And we are really enjoying it too. Aw, your babies... Hugs!!!!

[@deebee9151]

I'm from a place where this kind of frugality doesn't exist, food waste is common, healthy eating isn't necessarily the norm, which is sad because famine is in our recent history and still shapes our culture to this day, and we have amazing quality food! So I'm learning from you and planning how I can provide for my family when its my turn to be frugal and provide! Edit: Also learning from Beckie the Queen of food preservation who sent me here in the first place! Beckie

[@simplygrand11]

I can't believe someone would have a problem! I grew up sitting on the counter every evening as my mom cooked. I actually think it is some of my best memories from childhood. My son doesn't sit on counter but has a "helper stand" he stands in and helps me. So much to learn and great times! Love your channel!

[@deenice5444]

I was thinking the same thing, it’s not their household. And I’m sure she’s watching to make sure that they don’t fall. She does a wonderful job in every way. I love this channel.

[@chrisfry436]

I am all about kids in the kitchen from the time they can walk BUT I am not now or ever about kids feets and bottoms (or anyones) on the counters where food is prepared, same with ANY animals on the counters or the furniture, or beds etc, most people disagree with me, but I am fine with it, the kids can learn juuuust fine on a chair at your side.

[@simplygrand11]

@@chrisfry436 my post mentions that my son uses a helper stand not on the counter but everyone has their opinion and can run their house to their choosing.

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[@samv.h6455]

The espresso thing is such a cute memory for you guys to share! It wont harm them either if they’re not going crazy on it (but that goes for anyone!) how wholesome 💖

[@naomipower9166]

My kitchen is in the middle of the house. It definitely is the centre of all activities. Even though most of my kids have moved out and starting their own families,when they come home they tend to all gather and sit around the kitchen benches. It’s always loud and fun and love how they all interact while I cook and joke around with them. A bonus is that they can’t help themselves and join in the cooking with me.

[@jubilee1181]

We are a family of six and we all have allergies to dairy, gluten, and egg. We can definitely relate! I also prefer doing leftovers for breakfast over a more traditional breakfast meal😉💕

[@barbseverino1278]

Everything looked delicious. You are a great Mom and good cook.

[@theresaoneill6525]

Your little one is adorable. I love how he wants to feed himself like everyone else. They seem to grow up faster when they have older siblings to learn from, before you know it he will be getting espresso like the older boys. Nice family!!

[@kyndalburton8203]

If only every parent were as incredible as you!

[@melodysfiresidefarm]

Happy Birthday Jessica!! We share the same birth month as well as my newest grandson who just turned 1. My chickens have just started laying also and what a blessing! Aren't moms the best!! They always seem to know just when and just what is going to be a joy to everyone. Babies on the counter, full bellies and happy faces is what makes a happy home. You are pure joy and wow have you inspired a lot of women to cook what's in their pantries!! Thanks for sharing a little piece of your life!

[@bobbiek2960]

My 3 year old granddaughter enjoys cooking with me UP ON THE COUNTER. Best way to teach them. One reason why they’re good eaters. I grew up with my dad and we would dip buttered toast into hot chocolate with marshmallows. So good. Love your love language, cooking from the heart.

[@cheristump9404]

We have raised 9 kids and it was like watching those times all over. It takes so much work and planning to feed a large family. And the dishes! Oh my. This is going to be a fast season in your life. Keep enjoying and dont take that baby down. He makes everything you cook look even more delicious!

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

They have 9 kids too? I only saw 3 in the van for the Azure pick up.

[@lauriesworld7008]

Your food looks delicious!! I wish I had cooked like this when my kids were little!! Great job Jessica, new subscriber here!!

[@inspiredbyanangel]

My best memories are sitting up on the kitchen counter chatting and helping my mama. 💙💙 I’m in my 30s now and I know not to climb up on the counter, but I certainly let my children climb up and help me!!

[@alystodola]

Hi Jessica! Thank you for sharing all of this. I am a young mama, learning to preserve and steward our food well. It is so helpful to see how you do this and inspires me to keep trying! I just found your channel and am excited to go back through your videos. Blessings!

[@aramintaverwys1934]

Been waiting all week for this moment....... my ME time..... hi Jessica!!!! SENDING LOVE!!!!

[@ceepark114]

You don't waste anything by using leftovers into soup or pot pie. My family doesn't like most leftovers so am always trying to find ways to use them up. You are so organized, multi-tasking and planning all the time, amazing!

[@yellownightjar]

Love the kids on the counter & as u say:: your house, your rules.⬆️🐾🙏

[@joangardner9917]

My kids set on my counter to, now I'm 73 years old and I just love the memories. God bless you and your family.

[@twinlems1232]

I just found your channel and I am so inspired! I just had my first child (she is 3 weeks) it's so hard but seeing you raise 7 children with such love and care is such an inspiration that I can do this!!

[@jimmie200]

A salad spinner gets rid of those sprout seeds beautifully. That's how the commercial sprout growers do it.

[@bellabailey1183]

I love that he sits on the counter..he is watching and learning!

[@saltandsriracha]

You've earned a new subscriber! I am allergic to soy so love the use of coconut aminos and recipes without soy. Love the "work like a man get espresso like a man", what a cool treat for them!

[@Somewhereintime22]

I always let my kids and grandkids sit on the counter while I was cooking or held them with one arm on my hip when they were too little to stand on a chair by the countertop. Most moms can cook, wash dishes, and vacuum one handed. I talked to them the whole time I was cooking and explained what I was doing. Both my daughters grew up to be amazing cooks and reminisce fondly about how I would let them do anything they wanted in the kitchen when they got big enough to try things themselves. I did the same with my grandkids when they were babies and when they got big enough to stand up I bought a thing called a mothers helper for my daughter’s house that allows a toddler to safely stand at the counter. Of course…when they came to Mimi’s house I just stood them on a chair and kept them close enough to grab if they looked unsteady. I think it’s wonderful that your children have learned so much from getting great early training. You can’t learn if you can’t see it so the counter works. Plus…you can always throw that phone down and grab him fast if he makes a quick move in an unsafe direction.

[@verabritto9759]

I don't know if you realize this or not but the still image you chose for this video with you and your son in the kitchen is a perfect Norman Rockwell painting.

[@amandawhite982]

I love it that your daughter prayed before drinking the hot chocolate!!! Such wonderful ideas for meals.

[@miss_mish]

I think it is beautiful your little men jump up on the counter and become part of making the meal. Such a better way to raise a child than just dumping them in front of television. They learn so much more that's not even mentioning the quality time they have with you.

[@mustwereallydothis]

My granddaughter has the broth from her soup in a cup wit a lid and straw. She loves it!

[@lisamae8971]

My grandma and my mom always let me sit on the counter. Great memory. And I’m now a professional cake baker and love what I do!

[@glendaharding4884]

You are such an incredible mom Jessica!!

[@sarahburke1576]

I was actually comment how awesome you were for having your kids on the counter so they can learn and see what your doing!!

[@marycleath17]

My granddaughter lived with us and she spent most of her time on the counter watching Grandma or Grandpa cook. It worked for us and today she is a wonderful cook. I just wanted to say Jessica you have the most beautiful skin. So flawless. You're channel is my favorite. I look forward to Sundays just for your video. Also your children are adorable and so well behaved. ❤❤❤❤❤️

[@atdepaulis]

Hey… if you need a kid or two on the counter to make a meal for your family so be it! You do you girl! No one wants kids climbing on everything like a cat but this is different in my opinion.. he is sitting right next to you! Like you said you can get things done and he gets to be curious and learn! Sounds like a win to me!! God bless!

[@catr9698]

That expresso comment that you made truly was the most beautiful thing I've heard today. So lovely to see young men being treated like men. Love your channel, it has been a blessing to watch.

[@jscasecase471]

I found your channel almost a year ago and really enjoy your videos. I learn a lot. I love to can and try all kind of ways to preserve our food. My family help a lot of the time. We’ve tried a lot of the same things you do.

[@JustTheTwoOfUsHomestead]

Happy Birthday Jessica! So happy your mother brought you supper for your birthday…if anybody deserves a night off from cooking it’s you!

[@patriciakoester1580]

You have taught me so much already and I am 74 years old- how to not waste anything Thank you !!! Love all you do such a Blessed Family 🙏 Patricia

[@emmaincalico]

I always like a good "using up food" challenge. I liked your ideas on how to substitute ingredients you didn't have, especially the vegan cheese sauce. Your cupcake freezing technique is super smart. I loved how you are cooking for many children and yet they don't all get exactly the same and can choose the topping or jam they want to use with their food.

[@gailelizabeth14]

I’m always impressed with all the meals you make on a regular basis! They always look so tasty and nutritious!! “Must go” meals are a weekly staple in our home, as we also try not to waste any food. Thanks again for another lovely video!

[@cathybailey2898]

I loved it that you gave on one of the videos a little bit of coffee to dip dip the fancy French whatever they're called that looks so yummy that David makes into the coffee makes him feel good I still have beautiful memories about my granny Bailey making me coffee milk because I always did the dishes for cuz she did all that cook and I thought that was the least I could do and she gave me that to make me feel special and I'm 69 years old and I still feel loving and memories from that beautiful sweet Christian woman God's blessings to you and yours also Jessica you're such a great mom 💜🙏🏻🏄🏼‍♂️🐱🥰🌹💜🙏🏻💯

[@cynthiamyers4265]

Watching these videos every Sunday really inspires me to look for tasty ways to use every bit of food. Thank you for teaching us!

[@sambotros1918]

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[@wvhollargirl7549]

TO KEEP the potatoes from sprouting, use old pantyhose that are clean. Place to potatoes in the leg of the hose one at a time tying a knot between each potato. Store in a dry cool and dark place for months at a time. This method was used by my grandmother and works beautifully 😍

[@Iheart2cook]

Wow, I love this video. I thoroughly enjoy scratch cooking for my family. I've learned a lot from your channel. Thank you for that. Just a little tip, when making your biscuits, if you don't twist the biscuit cutter and instead just press down, your biscuits will rise higher. The twisting action actually seals the sides and prevents that night high rise. God bless

[@kishasworld]

I love them on the countertop and close by. They absorb the information and keeps them busy they will all be useful in the kitchen and be awesome at food conservation and preparation.

[@mattie4775]

I wish my mom would do that for me how sweet! I will be that mama one day for my girls!

[@kbailh01]

My children were always on the counter helping me. My grandchildren were on the counter helping me. I can’t imagine not having them there helping.

[@judyholdsworth7096]

What a wonderful selection of meals and treats your family get to enjoy. You should be very proud of yourself. 🇦🇺

[@sambotros1918]

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[@2birdlady]

This is the first time I watched a video of you. Bravo! Young lady! You and your family seem very happy. Obviously, you are doing it right!

[@deniseatwood]

Happy Birthday! How sweet of your mom to bring you a full meal and of your husband to make you a cake 🎂 Can’t wait to see what’s on the menu for next week.

[@cack121]

Love that your son was up there with you. My children were always on the counter when I cooked as well. Kept them with me, and gave them an opportunity to watch, learn and help

[@CecereHomestead]

Love your thumbnail for this BTW. Just lovely. Warms my soul.

[@justpatty7328]

Oh, Happy Birthday! Your mom is fantastic, which you already know. And, David making your cake is so sweet. ❤

[@jessicarice4486]

You are a very busy lady. You have some wonderful kids. I remember as a kid we had days where we ate just leftovers, excellent way to get stuff ate and not waste.

[@DRUGSTOREMAKEUPDIVA]

Don't apologize. That's how I grew up eating non breakfast food for breakfast. We ate what was there. In 53 years old & to this day, not a breakfast eater. I'll eat meaoaf, chili, potato salad, whatever for breakfast. I'm fine with it. ❤

[@courtneysinthekitchen2696]

I use sesame oil in fried rices it gives it a good flavor! These meals look amazing!!

[@wvnanaskitchenandgarden]

You gotta do what works for you and your family 🥰 when my daughter was young (like under 2), I would cook with her on my hip. Your doing a wonderful job mom.

[@7t8hybrid62]

You’re a blessing to me!! Bless you, Sister!

[@lindaray8352]

Humans will ALWAYS find something to be snooty about. I was glad to hear you say (so kindly) "good for you". I have a teeny, tiny family but get some great ideas from you. Always learning. Love the channel. Thanks.

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[@chrisfry436]

I spent many years in my work at a restaurant, and in foodservice for another business dealing with the health dept, and I DO realize your home is different than your work, but I have never found it acceptable for littles or the cat or dog or bird whatever! to be on the counters and tables.....little kids pet the dog, go potty without washing, pick their noses, run barefoot outside and then back inside, cats use the litter box and on and on, why would that be "snooty" to not want that to happen in your own kitchen?? and you certainly never ever want it to happen outside your home, I dont like to go to peoples houses and see two cat butts on the counter where they are making salad, or a kid that just used bathroom and then wants to sit up there, or a baby with a messy diaper getting changed on counter, (have seen it happen and why????) cats being fed on end of counter "because dog wont leave their food alone".... or how about eating out in public, do you want to eat after the young workers in the back have sat on the counters or are getting off work and have changed and sitting there with bare feet brushing their hair?? I definitely do agree this Mother can do as she sees fit in her home, and I have no say in it, I am merely replying to some of the other comments and I am stating why I myself find it unacceptable, no one has to agree with me, and a lot have said "I grew up (fill in the blank)" and they live how they want, we did not do this at my home either, or working daycare for others or when my children were growing up.

[@annas1008]

I always let my kids be on the counter while I was cooking. They just want to help and learn. Enjoy it they grow so fast! My one rule was to always pick my battles. Some things aren't worth making a big deal out of if they aren't hurting anything.

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[@fullerhomestead2022]

We are just beginning our homesteading journey; thanks for sharing your knowledge and encouragement

[@anitabutler3468]

my children loved working with me. its one of their fond memories. cooking with me. that sat on the counter with me. glad to see some one else does this,

[@MyFullFiguredLife]

Love this 💝

[@LivingtheHightLife]

From another mom who enjoys cooking with sugar, thank you. I appreciate that our cooking is so similar, but different all at the same time.

[@sandramoore8340]

We always sat on the counters as kids when our mom was cooking, I allowed my kids to do the same. Now with my daughter a young adult we sometimes sit on the counter and eat dessert 😉

[@michellel5444]

Kids on the counter just means included and usually that's all they want. I think it's great.

[@carlaw2661]

I just heard about your challenge via Living Traditions. I was sick ( not COVID) most of January and I'm finally getting back into things. My husband just asked about eating our freezer foods. I'm excited!!! Just starting today... so let's see what I can make and use for 30 days. Thank you so much for inspiring me.

[@notyourstereotype9911]

Hi Jessica. Filming your what you make in a week would be an awesome thing to continue after the pantry challenge. You have a lot of great recipes that inspire me to try new things. I did make the apple bread you made last week with my daughter and we loved it! Happy belated Birthday!

[@justpatty7328]

Yes, I agree. I could watch her daily activities for an hour every day, not just weekly.

[@cathybailey2898]

Wonderful channel I admire you so much with your children my children and I were close to and they like to hang out with me in the kitchen also I'm vegetarian so I can do eggs and substitute on certain things like I do use a bone broth because I'm also gluten intolerant but I could satisfy a lot of things and use I mean satisfy hunger and also love nutritional yeast even though it's just my husband and I make large pots of black beans with Chia and quinoa I can mash up beans or lentils and put them in corn tortillas cuz I can't use the flour and make a taco out of it which is really good with salad and tomatoes and we love for breakfast I get gluten-free bread and I love it with avocado it's wonderful you should try it with your homemade bread guacamole and I love the way you grew the the small onions out of the onion I've done that before also and we always use try to use everything up not to waste I so admire your channel even though we don't eat exactly alike I got some really good ideas from you God's blessings and may you be blessed forever and ever and always you and your family they're beautiful so are you 🙏🏻💜🏄🏼‍♂️♥️🐱🥰🙏🏻💜🙏🏻💜🙏🏻💯

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[@raynonabohrer5624]

You perform a miracle . Are the dedication. I have dyslexic and there's no way I can do this. 18 meals!

[@kristidemyer2253]

Using leftover baked potatoes as base for the egg casserole was inspired. I actually used up some older potatoes last night and baked a couple of extra to make a breakfast casserole this morning. Thank you!!!

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

The chicken pot pie looks amazing. Happy late Birthday. This wAs a great menu week. I can't imagine cooking that much. It's just me and my husband. I want a food freeze dryer now watching all this. Thank you Jessica.

[@atdepaulis]

Oh man that kale stem trick is awesome!! How the heck did I not think of that!! Love it! New trick up my sleeve! Lol yay!

[@shapiromediationllc2522]

Thank you for saying those are the rules in your home! I wish more people would respect everyone’s rules and traditions! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR LOVELY FAMILY!

[@berrypatch5583]

Happy birthday and thank you for sharing how you feed your family, as it encourages us to get up early and bless our family with homemade breakfast.

[@sambotros1918]

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[@jfarm8854]

Glad to have found your channel. I’m going back to see your challenge videos. Great ideas, not just for big families but for two grand parents too! I’ve started making egg casseroles as an easy go to each morning. Thank you!

[@deltorres2100]

Totally love all your meals and the way you thought of so much to use the left overs 🥘

[@justme2059]

Growing up we were either on the countertop or little ones were on the table while bigger kids were on chairs around helping my grandmas or my mom. That was the only time it was allowed 😊

[@Glowupby40]

My earliest childhood memories are from the counter, looking at my mom baking!!

[@forrestgump9576]

So impressed by all of the ideas for meals! LOVED the "tip" on the dehydrated sweet corn! I also really love dehydrated butternut squash. I dehydrated mine raw after pealing the skin and shredded it in the food processor. The texture and taste was wonderful! It kind of reminded me of life cereal. God bless!

[@sharondamman9428]

My kids were always up on the counter helping me! And all 3 sons love to cook as adults!!

[@milkglassfairy7641]

This is amazing. I only have two (soon three!) kids and I struggle to find ideas for cooking every day. It’s my dream to one day have our own home and land and homestead lifestyle. So inspiring, love that you just use up everything and don’t waste anything! I’d kill for a way to freeze dry veg😭 haha!

[@suegeorge998]

There's nothing wrong with keeping track of the little guy while you work. He is adorable. I will be water glassing my eggs for the first time. It was difficult to find pickling lime here but I'm ready to go now.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

It’s so great to see how you do all the things. You have done such a wonderful job at preparing!

[@davidjulspurser9907]

Lemon tea is something we drink a lot of here in Central Asia in the winter. Just black or green tea, lemon juice, sugar or honey and boiled water... either in a tea pot or french press. It's so cozy and comforting. 💛

[@ashlynnheller8400]

Green Tea with lemon and honey is exactly what I have for sore throat and sickness. Learned it from Theatre and it is a life saver