18 Simple Pantry Meals ~ Large Family Cooking ~

Follow along with everyone participating in the pantry challenge at #threeriverschallenge
All about the pantry challenge - • Pantry Challenge Prepa...
Pantry Challenge tips and tricks - • Pantry Challenge Tips ...
All about waterglassed eggs - • Water Glassed Eggs Rev...
Here is the menu for this week:
S 1:14
Biscotti
Mystery Soup
Pork Chops
M 8:28
Buckwheat Pancakes
Energy Bites
Steak Stir Fry
T 13:08
Walls of Jericho
Chicken Soft Tacos
Spaghetti
Beef Bone Broth
W 20:17
Egg Casserole with Veggie Powder from Shead Farm - www.etsy.com/shop/SheadFarm?r... - use code "3rivers" for 10% off
Smoothies
Pizza
Th 24:29
Pumpkin Muffins
Chicken and Rice Soup
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Beef Heart Roast
F 35:08
Cornbread and Scrambled Eggs
Split Pea Soup - • Hidden Duck Nest, Spli...
Swiss Steaks
More FAQs about our family - • Get to Know Me ~ Frequ...
Here is my planner - shrsl.com/3b808
Our Freeze Dryer - affiliates.harvestright.com/1...
Our Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/threerive...
Where we get our bulk food - www.azurestandard.com/?a_aid=...
Wild for Salmon - www.wildforsalmon.com/
Get 10% off your order using my code "threerivershomestead"
Follow us on Instagram @threerivershomestead
Some of the above links are affiliate links. This means we earn a small commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you.

[@lilchippewa1272]

Hon, please DO NOT call yourself lazy (even as a joke; ie; the apple pie crust) you are obviously far from that and you are amazing… no more verbal curses like that on yourself please… you are amazing ♥️ ps: remember how many people eat premade garbage on a regular basis and then think about how skilled you are in feeding your beautiful family!!

[@faithopeloveful]

100%!! She is amazing!

[@justpatty7328]

You are a fantastic mother! I agree on the previous comments here. Thank you for being an inspiration to new families.

[@Dayna_Bennett]

Yes, you’re a fantastic momma and your kids are blessed to have you and your husband! 🙌🏼❤️🙌🏼

[@kindnessmatters4068]

Um, yeah, FAR from lazy!! ♡

[@kimr4005]

I agree. Speaking negative over yourself encourages children to do the same. You are a blessing to us

[@alixwithani8250]

As a new wife, homesteader wannabe and not-yet-mother, you are such an inspiration! I’m so impressed by your preservation efforts and your creative combinations.

[@cbass2755]

Congratulations dear! It’s so nice to see a young women who want’s to go back to the tried and true traditional home running or steading! Never stop, please…never stop. Learn to live on one paycheck, meal plan and stay at home with your children. Teaching them, and watch them grow. God Bless you dear. Your Blessings will come to you and your Husband three fold…and forget about other people….✝️♥️

[@stanleypennock2118]

Hey A!ix, Congrats! Tell that new hubby of yours that a guy old enough to be his grandpa said that he got himself a keeper! Homesteading/farming is a rewarding way of life that teaches your children a great work ethic and growing/preserving your own food will keep your family happy and healthy. If you both want to be homesteaders, go for it. Give your family a great life. Bless you both!

[@Imjetta7]

Wife of 40 years, mother of seven, semi-homesteader and she’s an inspiration to me too!

[@momontheball2970]

Congratulations!

[@nicolevangeline]

Alix with an I, I am also a new wife, a homestead wannabe, and not yet a mother! And obviously I also find Jessica / Three Rivers Homestead to be an inspiration! 😄 I am not to a point where I can “officially” start home steading by any stretch of the imagination (my husband is in the US Marines and we will have to move every two or three years for a while longer), but I am trying to do little things that I can within my home to prepare me for it. Like finally learning to can and learning to sew (both of which I still need to begin 😬 lol!), those kinds of things. May God bless you in your efforts as well!

[@whitecreekhomestead6277]

3 home cooked meals a deal from scratch! You’re amazing mother! You’re family is very blessed! Don’t listen to the critics! We’re not chefs. So much more important to keep focused on feeding them healthy foods!! And I love all your Longenberger baskets!!

[@scottmyers7570]

Thats right your awesome .plus running a home and homeschooling . just the cooking and doing dishes is a all day job.

[@lisaturner8664]

Please don't listen to a single negative comment. You are the bar to which we all strive! I have 6 kiddos and I always strive to cook from scratch, but you are the next level, and you film it for us! Appreciate you so much, lots of love from Australia xxx

[@elementalacreshomestead3963]

So much to say but I'm going to keep it polite...Please stop feeling like you have to explain yourself like you're doing something wrong. I come here because I find what you do strong, inspired, loving and down right awesome. I can't believe there are people out there who come here to criticize you, your meals, or whatever other nonsense they feel like spewing forth that day. They should get over themselves or leave. I know I speak for many people when I say I very much enjoy what you do here, I appreciate that you share your family with us and even if you make a meal that's not my cup of tea...well that's just life isn't it? If we were all the same, liked the same things and talked about the same topics and agreed about everything life would be pretty boring. I mean come on!!! Someone doesn't like your food presentation! What the heck is wrong with that person?

[@bmace4839]

I admire you so much!! Please know that there are people out here like me who do not post often but are so grateful for your content. I’m inspired by your creativity and your parenting advice. And you validate me when you include your kids in the things you do. Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom. 😄

[@whitneydial8847]

Same! I don't comment very often but I'm here to like and watch every single video!❤

[@janicew6222]

My children and most of my grandchildren are grown, my husband has passed so it is just me and I absolutely love to watch your Pantry Challenge meals. I am careful to use up leftovers and you have given me ideas, especially the combining of soups to make a new soup. Great job!

[@royaldame6492]

Me too!

[@tammygeorge2756]

While I’m not a homesteader, I do buy in bulk when items are on sale or in season. I really enjoy seeing how you utilize your “found” pantry and freezer items and am often inspired. And I truly got a chuckle about the plating comment 😂 As a mom and now Grandma, I agree that yummy and nutritious food that you can serve affordably to your family is what it’s all about! Blessings and prayers for continued healing 🙏

[@shelleyjackson310]

You cook according to the needs and nutrition for your family. I love how you put every dripping and scrap to use. Pooy on the neigh sayers.

[@denisebozung126]

I don't homestead (live in the city) nor do I feed anyone but myself, but I am impressed with your lifestyle and how you care for your family. I think you do a wonderful job and I truly admire how you have created a life that meets your philosophy and your needs. Blessings to you all.

[@sambotros1918]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMWcttps://kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMU

[@jwright5886]

Hi Jessica! It made me feel so badly for you when you said someone was criticizing your food presentation. Please don't be discouraged or take that to heart, your meals are so creative and nourishing and yummy! You are feeding your large family with from scratch cooking, with lots of care and love , 3 times a day...with serious food allergies!! Wow!! ♥♥God bless you!

[@tinaabert5237]

Two thoughts…1. You do an AMAZING job of presenting the food your family eats! 2. I would live to buy a recipe book that David comes up with. Blessings and light to you and your family.

[@sambotros1918]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMWcttps://kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMU

[@Mel-vu9ss]

I’m just blown away that someone could even say anything about presentation for your meals. Your food is alway wonderful looking and obviously prepared with love. Goodness, do people not have anything better to do…

[@thomassmith6344]

Hello Mel

[@ericaber9083]

Thank you for being the first person I’ve found to explain how to use soft wheat berries vs hard wheat berries. As a new bread baker I would love if you did a video in the various wheat berries/grains and how they can be used. Also - your presentation is fine, real life is one of the things that make your channel so special.

[@JustTheTwoOfUsHomestead]

David is amazing! Such a talented baker and a budding entrepreneur….your heart must be beaming with pride. Another great video Jessica!

[@cindybennetts4589]

Just want to say how wonderful it is to see all these healthy homemade meals consistently feeding your family. And honestly, someone had the nerve to comment on your plate presentation…?! For Pete’s sake…. ❤️

[@annewade4228]

I’m sending you a ketchup recipe to try. You can either use fresh tomatoes or just use tomato sauce. This ACTUALLY tastes like ketchup. I found this on a KZbin channel from a large family in Canada, though I don’t recall the channel. From one Buckeye to another I hope you enjoy it. “Heinz” ketchup Remove stems and skins Make puree Simmer stirring periodically Cook down to desired consistency and blend again. Per quart of tomato sauce: 2 tsp salt 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder ¾ cup cane sugar ¾ cup apple cider vinegar Mix into tomato sauce and simmer until gets to your consistency To can: Water bath for 15 minutes for pints/half pints

[@threerivershomestead]

Thank you!

[@mamabairds]

I love this challenge so much! It has bumped up my cooking skills and I have found so many new channels of like minded people! Thanks for hosting this challenge!

[@sambotros1918]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMWcttps://kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMU

[@AmyRaisingArrows]

I, for one, APPRECIATE your non-fancy plating! I hate doing food videos/posts/photos for the very reason that people like to comment on how things "look." I am way more interested in how you are using the foods God has provided you and the creative way you mix and match. I guess maybe it's that mom-of-many lens that knows better than to concentrate on how things "look." I have enjoyed the videos so much! And I have a newfound appreciation for how much time and energy it took you to film these because I decided to do ONE day of meals for my channel, and it took so much work! Thank you for doing these - truly inspiring!

[@rethawilson6289]

Your children love your presentation if food. I was #13 and very thankful to have a beautiful place of food. Loving on our children and filling bellies it what's important. Appreciate you Jessica

[@saritalejeune4960]

You are a courageous woman! Ms. Phoney Baloney probably wouldn't last 2 days walking in your shoes! And you selflessly make so many things you are not able to enjoy! A woman to be admired!

[@grksher]

Our lives couldn’t be more different - my husband and I are recently empty nesters so we have way fewer mouths to feed - but I find so much inspiration from your channel! Your voice is so calm and soothing and you motivate me to clean up our diets and cook more from scratch. I don’t know how you do it all - you certainly have your hands full - but I can appreciate how hard you work and how much you do for your family. That’s one of the things I love about KZbin - is getting a peek into the lives of so many different people - many of whom we would never have the chance to meet in our regular lives! So thanks for sharing your family and your home with us 😊

[@kelleyjerred8032]

I'm 51 single woman and I love her videos lol

[@debimorsette1685]

David, let me know when I can pre-order your biscotti recipe book. 😌 Lemon is also my favorite. You’re an awesome baker. 🥰🥰

[@ae_pd]

I love how you don’t spend time to make things “pretty”. Real life is wayy better and much more encouraging! 🙂❤️

[@ginco5203]

I did well this month. I did break my self imposed rules for a couple things. 1. I had a local butcher running a great sale on beef roasts so I couldn't pass up buying a good chunk...but I canned it all for later. (Had to eat 1 pint that didn't seal) I also discovered that my yeast was not good so had to buy some new bulk yeast. Cheaper than buying bread items every week. But over all we did really well...might see how far I can go in Feb. Too

[@heathermoore2152]

I think you do a fabulous job making all those meals for your family. You're an inspiration!

[@artkeepsave7206]

I adjusted the challenge for my needs - I don’t have a canned goods storage (once my canners get here, I plan on starting this year) for the challenge, I’m going through all my cabinets to see what needs eaten up - almost done. Once my pressure canner comes around March I’ll try to get portioned out ready to go meals canned. Right now I’m portion testing - I’m freezing the food until then. I got my first load done today. 8 soups and 3 cheeseburger „casseroles“. So exited

[@CarinaPiersay]

You’re so creative with the meals you make. You really do use everything up.

[@sambotros1918]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMWcttps://kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMU

[@CG-mj8tk]

Whoever made that comment about your presentation lacking either has no kids or one or two and is not a homesteader or a homeschooling mother or is just plain crazy and rude. SMH. The rudeness today just doesn't cease to amaze me. You work very hard at providing good meals for your family and you're an encouragement to many of us. Thank you.

[@2ponshomeplace132]

This is my first pantry challenge with you. Total for January is 136.00 for two people for 30 days. Using my pantry and added minimal groceries from the store. Will continue February and March with you and hope to do much lower than 136.00. Wish me luck.

[@Karen-ip8qk]

OMG, I can't believe som eone said your meals lack presentation! What lucky kids to have a mother who cooks from scratch and feeds them so well.

[@sandrasykes3026]

I’m always amazed at how rude people can be! Your family is well taken care of & well fed. I ❤️ 👁👁 your videos! I always learn something new. Thank you!

[@tonyarueff3230]

What a blessing David is for you to have s break with cooking and a way foe him to share an interest he has.

[@WVPreparedMind]

I’m so sorry that someone made a nasty comment about your meal presentation. I watch your videos because I’m so completely impressed with your constant food preservation along with 3 cooked meals per day and homeschooling. So I sure hope you never let other make you feel bad. You are a momma hero in my book. I’m 61 and have a 6 acre farm that I’m doing 95% alone. I’m still working on infrastructure, but I do have chickens and turkeys. I keep my 5 year old grandson, and I promise I couldn’t keep up with you and I’ll bet the commenter doesn’t do one tenth in a day that you do. You are a precious soul! Much WV Love amd Many Prayers! 💙💛🙏

[@thomassmith6344]

Hello there

[@leanneogburn5982]

I applaud you for getting 3 squares a day on the table every single day!!!🥇So what if its doesn't always look like a picture out of better homes and gardens. Its super nutritious and your family loves it.!!! 💜Yay to you!!! ( wonder how many who say it should be more decorated prepare 3 meals a day 365 days a year) My mother grew up during depression and I am grateful to have learned to use all good nutrition and not throw flavor away. Thanks for sharing. 🙋‍♀️

[@sambotros1918]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMWcttps://kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMU

[@jdp6ofus]

The food looks fabulous. I would be honored to eat those meals. The nutrition in the meals is great, the variety is wonderful and that you're cooking for so many mouths, 3 meals a day, within a budget, using what you have is amazing and inspiring to me. I wish I had done meals like what you're doing from the time my kids (now grown with their own families) were little. So much food waste and expense and frustration could have been saved over the years and I, my kids and family would have been healthier. I'm so thankful you're sharing this info. It is truly a blessing. Thank you

[@roachelleplayle8216]

Jessica my husband and I always say that the meals you serve are healthy meals. Your children look healthy and thats the main thing. Presentation is not essential. You kids are always enthusiastic with eating. Its so good to see. Ps I love your videos

[@argeliaanchondo9907]

Those homemade tortillas look delicious great job everything looks delicious and super healthy your kids are very lucky to have hard working mom that love them and care for them. You are a wonder women with out the cape I admire you tru fan here. 👏👏👏

[@gabriellebarbir7039]

Would love to see what Adam takes to work for lunch!

[@jamieharkar915]

I can’t believe someone would comment on your presentation. I think your food always looks delicious and most importantly you clearly do it out of love!

[@jessicamcnair553]

I'm from Preston County, WV, where we have the Buckwheat Festival every year. We have buckwheat cakes more often around here than pancakes, and I definitely prefer them! It was always nice to come in from feeding the animals and eat a few hot buckwheat cakes before school in the mornings growing up.

[@kajehomar7503]

Beef heart is on of my favorite parts of the cow and it has been since I was a kid. If there are any leftovers, I love to make a beef noodle soup with celery, carrots, onions, leftover meat, and egg noodles.

[@sambotros1918]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMWcttps://kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMU

[@ellenradford8582]

Never thought of using the sink screen for the drainer to use in your canning funnel! Genius!

[@glitzieglamjaramilloslifej2047]

Your are amazing & I admire your lifestyle I'm turning 60 in a few days & moving to Oklahoma to find a small house & a little land My baby daughter (34) & her family live there I'm choosing a simple Oeaceful Life I've learned a lot from you!!

[@michellekyle4653]

I enjoy your videos. They have helped me learn ways to save money and use what we have. Don't worry about presentation. Food that fills bellies is way more important that making it look a certain way. You do a fantastic job. Be blessed and keep up the great videos.

[@christyhoehn8244]

Oh, didn’t notice this was from 2 years ago- sorry! HOW DARE ANYONE CRITICIZE YOU!!!! Don’t bother with those trolls, your plating skills are great!!! ❤️

[@lyndajones6605]

i totally disagree with who ever said your food was lacking.. i think your plates of food look amazing, and not like the everyday plates of food..i love how you have so many different things you make...Amazing job.. and your children are such sweeties.. I just love watching them gobble up your food,,, very good eaters!

[@helen1962]

The critics undoubtedly have no food allergies to deal with, 7 children, 3 homemade meals a day to think up and prepare. Most busy moms end up doing fast food. You’re amazing Jessica!

[@sambotros1918]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMWcttps://kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMU

[@ralphnsandimartin]

I love split peas soup. I think it is beautiful. Made me crave it. I never thought about adding lentils to my split pea.

[@LindaASJ]

I wonder if you even realize how many families you’ve helped and connected through this challenge. It’s an amazing community of people and channels that have learned so much from each other! Thank you for such a wonderful opportunity!

[@tracybowers8055]

I grew up eating warm cornbread with warmed milk. So delicious for breakfast.

[@lynngliottone2812]

How dare anyone say anything about your "presentation?" Let them try doing what you do EVERY day for even a week..ha! I know I could never keep up with you. And your kids are the best eaters I have ever seen, and sure enjoy what you cook for them. I think everything looks great, especially with the allergies you deal with. Love your family, and your videos!

[@amymccracken5469]

As a Finnish lady we call this Punnukakku . We love it. I bake it in a cast iron skillet and we eat it with butter and salt.

[@aprilrowe6011]

Your labour of love cooking from scratch is admirable. Every dish is wholesome and nutricious, presentation is perfect. The proof of a great meal is in the eating love watching the kids enjoy their meals. Dont listen to negative comments, I enjoy your videos have got so many great ideas blessings on you and your family

[@ThorneyRose]

My dad always said “it’ll come out looking a lot worse” if any of us kids complained about mums cooking, presentation etc. I’m glad you’re strong enough to say it doesn’t matter to you. People need to walk in your shoes a while before making judgement and I mean that to apply to myself as well. I love what you do. Thank you for sharing your time and family with me. 🌹Rosie of Oz🇦🇺 & 🐶Omega the Cavalier🐶 (my dog likes to watch KZbin with me 🥰🤗).

[@suecastillo4056]

Bad presentation of your food? Some people are just rude. … if they work on the one in the mirror? They’ve got a lifetime of work right there… I love your videos and really love the way you cook with love and present it to your wonderful family… wish I’d had grown up with all your kids get❣️It’s just so “ family”❣️you’re a loving mom and bravo to you and your husband❣️♥️☮️sending love and support to you all♥️‼️🥰🤗🌻☮️

[@marieparks5674]

The presentation is fine, looks yummy. I might even be willing to try heart. This is the way most of us like to eat and I love your down to earth approach.

[@fishyzz9729]

Seriously you're my new heroin!! How do you find the energy to educate 7 kid and make everything in the house in same time 👌...We only have two young kid and sometime, we are completly tired and overwhelm !!

[@09echols]

Let David experiment with your lemon powder from the freeze dryer to see how it would work in his biscotti. I love using freeze dried fruit instead of extracts in my baking

[@dinahquillen8709]

Taste is what's important (pie). I cannot believe someone would criticize presentation for small children - hilarious and so silly. That was a wonderful informative video, thanks.

[@EggFeathersHomestead]

We have a Country Living mill that we just love! We were fortunate enough to meet and spend time with the creator of the mill many years ago. Jack was an amazing man, a believer in Christ, and just an all around great guy. The mill is hand-powered, but you can also get a motor. I have the motor because of the volume of flour we make. If the power goes out, we can still make flour. Win-win!

[@thomassmith6344]

Hello there

[@justpatty7328]

I would love to see daily videos. I know it's probably not a possibility with all you already do daily. I'm just expressing how much I enjoy seeing you and your family in all you do. I'm excited for David to create his cookbook. Keep focusing on the positive in your family and eyes on the Lord. God bless each of you!

[@megvoss3329]

I found you by accident & really enjoy your videos. You have great ideas & I love the way you live. Those who negatively criticize you should continue to be ignored (which you do with a great deal of grace).

[@Rsmr27]

Back and binge watching all of your videos in anticipation of fall and winter! Grateful you share with us!

[@samanthabloggins1775]

Who cares what it looks like as long as the children eat their food thats all that matters! And your children appear to enjoy every bite of what ever you serve them!

[@susanlance8179]

I love these video's. This is how my family ate when I grew up. In turn I feed my family of 7 this way because we were poor and this was cheap and comfort meals. Any time you can cook with basic ingredients and from scratch it saves money and is better quality food for your body. Thank you so much for your time and energy making these videos.

[@sambotros1918]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMWcttps://kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMU

[@kindnessmatters4068]

@@sambotros1918 ??

[@sherryowens7375]

People should not worry about presentation! If its good for you and tastes good, that's all that matters!

[@wendywhittaker5176]

Great video! Presentation means nothing if you've ever been hungry and had no food ... Your right, children do not care. Keep up the great videos!

[@melissavazquez2953]

Amen to that

[@cbass2755]

Beef Heart is wonderful! I learned about this when I was in my Missionary in Peru. I loved it…..

[@kulickfamilyfarm4333]

First of all, thank you so much for sharing. In participating in the challenge this year, I REALLY have gained an appreciation of just how much work it is to document each of the meals during this challenge. Also, shame on whoever criticized your plating ability! I cannot believe how much love and work you pour into all your cooking from scratch! And I think everything looks AMAZING! Don’t let them get you down! I wish my family would learn to enjoy soup as much as your family does. Your soups always look sooo delicious! And last, I just wanted to mention that the angle that you shot the closing of your video really made your green eyes POP, having they green paint in the background. BEAUTIFUL! I have green eyes too and I feel like I don’t see many other people with green eyes anymore. Have a great week.

[@ellied1701]

I love ur weekly recipes of the week videos. They give me ideas for my hubby & me. As to that IG troll…u are real people, serving real food & filling bellies. U are not a restaurant trying to entice customers with fake pics. Keep being u! U ROCK! Brilliant idea with the sink strainer in the canning funnel! I’m so stealing that! Lol. I would buy David’s cookbook. Thanks for all u do for us appreciative followers. ❤️

[@Kshep24]

Thank you! So helpful to see how you repurpose things, how long you keep in fridge, how to freeze etc. How to cook different things. Extras to serve with it. And so healthy. Thank you so much for all you teach me!

[@marinar3772]

You made me feel brave enough to cook the beef heart we have. 💙 It looked so delicious!

[@jemreandeau3583]

Every meal looked delicious, don’t worry about presentation, your food looks good the way it is. ❤

[@mommabear2many]

Glad someone else out there cooks like us. Homestead momma to 14. We love to saute heart with onions and peppers. Everyone here likes it. Now liver only about 1/2 will eat it. Tounge most will eat.

[@tristaperkins7112]

Wow!, 14? You ladies are rockstars! Have you ever tried beef tongue tacos? If your crew likes onion and cilantro, lengua tacos are wonderful! That might be a way to sneak in tongue to more of your crew.

[@melodyleong]

I love liver stir-fried with lots of ginger, spring onions and chives! Fast and simple, but I do like spicy stuff. May be too much for kids...

[@tristaperkins7112]

@@melodyleongThat sounds wonderful too! I never really thought about it, but I would think it would be good done up as an American style taco as well, sauteed with taco seasoning and topped with lettuce tomato and cheese. I like the texture of lengua on a taco.

[@roxannern9393]

We make our swiss steak on the stove with mushrooms and broth. We lightly flour / arrow root the steaks then add broth and mushrooms to the large cast iron skillet. Mom has always moved everything to a large pot and simmered it for 4 hours on the stove top. It is my favorite so, she makes it for my birthday every year...she is 80 and I am 54! This year, I made it for her on her birthday;) It's quick preparation and easy slow cooking---I put it in a crockpot and it was still very good. Mom agreed and she is a tough Pennsylvania Dutch woman from a 400 acre dairy farm...the middle of 7 children.

[@vikigee2790]

I love your food, it’s real food, homemade by mom, with lots of love 💕

[@kimwick1186]

While I’m not a homesteader my husband and I do like to have extra food on hand in our pantries and freezers and I do a little gardening and canning. These videos have given me great ideas on how to use up what we already have on hand. Thank you!

[@sambotros1918]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMWcttps://kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zSc6ignq-snMU

[@tiffanyrobinson332]

Those pumpkin muffins are beautiful! I'll be making some this week to use up some canned pumpkin in my pantry. Thanks for the idea!

[@DishingDelights]

I'm adding blue corn to my azure favorites because it looks beautiful once cooked. how fun is that?! I'm glad to see you're not worried about your food presentation. Your family had food on the table and love all around, nothing else matters.

[@crwood439]

You have a beautiful family. I think your meals look lovely. I’ve worked on canning a bunch of meals and good, but we have yet to use them much. Thanks for the inspiration and help

[@haou132]

Très heureuse que votre chaîne se développe avec plein d'abonnés !!! Blessings +++!!!

[@raynonabohrer5624]

Great video that is a educational experience for all Mom's. Thank you. God bless you and your family. Please keep safe. With Love of Jesus Christ.

[@jo-annjewett198]

I really am working on simplifying my pantry. I probably have every kind of flour imaginable, many I no longer use. I keep most of the specialty flours in a freezer. I admire that you put 3 from scratch meals a day on the table for all your children. I was starved most of my childhood. This would have been heaven for me.

[@thomassmith6344]

Hello jo-Ann

[@DeirdreKnight1]

Hi Jessica, I’ve just found your beautiful channel. I have grown sons and now three precious grandchildren. Although I live in the city now I grew up in the country and so many of the things you do remind me of the way my mother cooked. I’ve heard you mention that you are dairy free and I’m interested to know why. Thanks for opening your home to us all. 🙏🏼🙋🏼‍♀️☀️

[@ahuvachambers3333]

It has been several times that you have menschen about comments of presentations. You are serving young children that need visual simplicity not the one in a fancy restaurant. The identification of what in front of you is better than the guessing game of fancy presentations. I see the happiness on your children faces when they eat and that's what counts. G-d bless you and your family. 😋 🥘🍲🥫

[@kathywills3244]

Good morning, I have been waiting for your video. Have a blessed day!

[@Leablak]

I feel like a lot of people think all this homeasteading and home schooling is weird. But it just looks so wholesome! I mean.. Kids today, even big kids can barely do anything by them selves (even use knife and fork because all they eat is junk food) and you are teaching valuable skills. I would have loved to grow up like this.

[@tristaperkins7112]

Jessica, you are a much nicer person than I! (I know I should leave it at that, but I just can't.). What do they want you to do, garnish a toddler's plate with a sprig of mint or something? Your plates look just fine to me! You are feeding meals that are more nutritious to seven children, than most feed to a single child. And that is working around a ton of dietary obstacles. Your innovative meals never cease to amaze and impress me, and I'm sure I am part of a majority! Thank you so much for sharing and teaching us!

[@threerivershomestead]

Thank you for the kindness and encouragement ❤️

[@kindnessmatters4068]

Apsolutely agree!! 🙂🧡

[@samelwir2332]

This is great, this is what food is supposed to look like. It looks perfect, and the portions look perfect, not too much just enough. keep up the great work! These kids are lucky to have you guys.

[@katisme5137]

That was enjoyable to watch especially when you emphasize putting nutritional values feeding your kids

[@pamelasmith7120]

You are totally amazing, please ignore those who are saying presentation matters, it doesn't. Feeding a large family nutritious, wholesome meals, 3 times a day does. You are inspirational and your children a credit to you

[@nancycurtis488]

I LOVE heart!, My favorite way to cook heart is to thinly slice it, then dredge it into flour then in an egg wash then back into to flour…then fry just like you would fry chicken…delicious! My daddy was a hunter and we always cooked the venison heart like this…served it with milk gravy…yum!

[@justme2059]

My 6 yr old loves all seafood but her absolute favorites are mussels in any form-canned or steamed, sardines, and pickled herring. She has also developed a liking to Indian food, sushi, and liver. She does like heart and tongue. Until I became a mom, I didn’t know others didn’t eat the heart and tongue🤷‍♀️ it was something I grew up eating. While I didn’t care for liver, now as an adult I do enjoy it once a month.

[@dreamsincolor10]

Thank you once again for sharing Jessica. I love your videos so much. I can't believe people would feel the need to criticize your presentation. All I can say is that they must feel bad about themselves and need to try to bring you down because you are so amazing and they feel they fall short. Remember it is their problem, not yours.

[@rnmom65]

I LOVE that your children are exposed to a variety of foods!!!! You all are doing a fantastic job! I am trying to join in the challenge...but I have every loose rules. LOL...but we are working our way through the freezer, pantry and fridge...actually got the fridge pretty clear!!! Thank you for the inspiration!!!

[@cheryldelarosa9737]

Please don’t take to heart any disparaging remarks by viewers. I love your videos and look forward to them. I love to see your sweet kiddos enjoying their meals and sitting around the table . The food you make looks very yummy to me and gives me lots of good ideas how to use my inventory . Thanks for all you do.

[@hollymarshall3367]

I love these videos - so inspiring! thank you for sharing :)

[@aramintaverwys1934]

Another amazzzzzzzzing week!!! Love u all!!!! Jessica, u rock!!!

[@bluerivercountry]

I love your channel! Thank you for sharing! 👍🏻😊