Another Week of PANTRY MEALS | 2022 Pantry Challenge | Week #3

[@1870s]

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[@PrairieeGirl]

I am new to your channel and enjoying your video content. I am glad you addressed the comments that you were getting about not using pantry food now and going to the store "while the getting is good" instead. One of the things I have noticed is that people just can't get used to the concept of becoming less dependent on grocery stores as a regular way of life. This new revival of homesteading is seen as being a "prepper" or "survivalist" to many people. It was still the "norm" when I was growing up to plant gardens and keep your pantry stocked up, especially in the winter (Vermont). It was wisdom, plain and simple. NOT considered hording. It is so time consuming and so much more expensive to go to the store all the time. I do worry if things really do get worse in this country because so many people are so dependent on the system and quick fix, or fast food and everything prepared and prepackaged. They will flip out when they don't know how to do anything. It is so satisfying to withdraw from the rat race and slow down and get back to a simpler way of life doing things for ourselves and our neighbors.

[@whisperjoy1128]

I am so sorry that people have made those comments and you felt you had to back pedal to explain yourselves. I just love your channel and seeing you both work so hard in the kitchen, canning, raising and growing food. I always feel like you've made room at your table for me to sit and listen to your stories and education on homesteading. Thank you for being real, for sharing what works and what didn't turn out as you hoped. ♥️

[@jelsmommy]

It astonishes me that people feel the need to comment like that as well. I’ll never understand it💙

[@cambriamilner8593]

I think it is interesting that so many people are apposed to this challenge out of fear of using up your stores. I do this every year because we need to use what we have to make space for what we make.

[@jenniferspeers2453]

Agreed. Storing just to store is counter productive. Store what you eat, eat what you store. Otherwise you are tying up your money/time and possibly throwing it away if things spoil or are never eaten.

[@Jeff_PNW]

Yeah, I preserve a lot of my own produce & other stuff specifically to consume it throughout the year until the next season's harvest. Even though I've got far less storage capacity than Rachel & Todd I often still end up with half of the previous year's haul when I start canning & freezing again. Those foods are meant to be eaten, not stored indefinitely, and using that stuff has literally zero impact on the supply chain, lol.

[@thesadgardener]

It's almost like some people forgot the purpose of growing the food is so you can eat it!

[@KimberlyKuharik]

I just found your channel. What attracted me to your channel was these episodes where you cook dinner for each other every night. My husband and I don't have children, so it's just the two of us. These episodes give me inspiration and ideas for what to make for the two of us. We both work full-time and have busy schedules, and your episodes encourage us to find time to make dinner. Thanks for sharing. 🙂

[@1870s]

Awesome! Thank you! Glad you found us ♥

[@rredv]

I would love to see more cooking videos, especially ones where you just empty your fridge. No recipe, just putting stuff together. We often make 3 bigger meals and just eat leftovers as well, not everyone eats the same meal. It works well for our household.

[@lindakrause8793]

I am definitely not one of those commenters! I am happy that you two work hard enough that you can have dinner from a pantry shelf or freezer. Those nights that you are able to just grab something may be what keep you going with that enthusiasm you both have! I am so excited that I "know" someone who is going to keep an old testament law by giving the land a rest. May God continue to richly bless you both as I believe He will!

[@cherylmiller2272]

When there's only 2 people to eat, there will most always be leftovers. That's true at my house too. Love watching you two cook. It's a joy eating from the pantry!! Blessings!

[@lauraklein6405]

Boy are you so right about dishes! When I started cooking from scratch I was shocked at how many dishes I go through just to prepare one dinner! My husband does the dishes and he keeps telling me he doesn’t mind since it’s the price to pay for delicious, healthy food. Anyone that has followed you for a few years know that for the most part,you plan your pantry for a year’s worth of food. Great ideas!

[@rebeccakaczmarek5598]

This pantry challenge prompted me to empty, defrost, and take inventory of my chest freezer. I'm using up the oldest items and the small packages that get lost in there.

[@tracyg4783]

We live on the side of a mountain in the sticks. Door dash is not an option so we cook meals most every day so I’m right there with you guys. We also have a pretty well stocked pantry. Going to the store is an hour commitment so we don’t go but once per week

[@leeannandrews932]

Me to no fast food of any kind here in the country

[@loritanner4478]

Same here. We live way out in the country. And I also am allergic to gluten and dairy. Can't eat corn, popcorn, garlic, all types of oranges. No corn syrup and a few other things. So eating out is a very stressful thing and so we don't do it. There is only 3 places I can trust to eat at. But I make 99 1/2% of all of our meals from scratch. I also can a ton. In 2020 I canned 1200 jars. This past year 800. Since I can ingredients and meals that I can eat. I don't cook separate meals for my hubby. I just try to cook food thst taste good to anyone. Not just gf/df people. Most people don't know their eating gluten and dairy free food. So I too cook meals that are more time consuming. But I also have meals of just grab something and eat it. I have plenty of things to chose from. So everyone has their own way of eating. One isn't wrong or right. We also only eat 2 meals a day. Can't eat 3 a day, I would feel like you, Rachel, stuffed! Lol 😆

[@marylee2732]

My grocery store is 2 blocks away and I go there once per week. The more you go the more you spend. I make sure the refrigerator is clean before I go again.

[@onThisJourney]

Some of these channels are really pushing the fear factor with food shortages and that's just adding to the hoarding. I'm sure they are getting a lot of views though. Great video's, love to see the meals from the pantry!

[@deborahtheodore5407]

You need a basket to use for shopping in you pantry.

[@stephanielowe1205]

The fact that you stated utilizing what you have on hand will support the supply change challenges by not needlessly purchasing from the store is pure gold. This is not only being a good steward of the land but also respectful of the community you live in as well. 💜

[@cheliceallen2930]

Beautifully said!!! I love your homestead, and I'm amazed with your pantry. You're my motivation to can more. I love your channel!!!

[@countrymousesfarmhouse497]

Leftovers are the best . I have a large family and almost every lunch and at least one dinner a week is pure leftover joy. Its like fast food. Thank you for sharing. 🤩

[@kdonor]

I also feel blessed to not shop for over a month and I think this just makes me a better steward of our food. I am also glad to stay away from the grocery stores and germs and let others have the food there.

[@Imjetta7]

Sometimes with a “social media life”, it seems people feel like they can impose their idea of what needs to happen on others. I think the pantry challenge has been great for showing me the holes. I’ve mostly been cooking from our pantry, and it’s helped me be more creative. But, cooking for just two is still a challenge.

[@Camperlauren]

I totally agree! This challenege has pointed out my holes in my pantry

[@fourdayhomestead2839]

The 45 min round trip to the store encourages me do grow & preserve my own. Shopping my pantry is a blessing.. Ps. I've gained 6#, since I'm eating so well this month.

[@janhardginski990]

I love seeing all the things that can be preserved. It makes me want to purchase a pressure canner. I have always been afraid of the pressure canner, but after using a pressure cooker, I feel like I can conquer my fears! Thank you!

[@lindamiller4397]

I was also afraid to use the pressure canner. I got one for Christmas...I absolutely love it. I was very hesitant and scared at first but now I love it.

[@MissSandraK]

It will be one of the most satisfying and cost cutting investments you can make. Do it!!

[@lindaedwards9756]

Do it !! You got this. Your manual and a Ball blue book or USDA book for food safety are all you need . Pressure canners have so many safety features now it’s not like it used to be . It might be scary for a couple of times but before you know it you will be comfortable with it .

[@mischymomma8682]

I really enjoy watching you both. I plan on purchasing my canner this February. Can’t wait! Thank you for all your help, inspiration and willing to be vulnerable. Todd, I appreciate that you partake in this process and don’t just depend on Rachael to do it all. Great team.

[@kathystuart8571]

We call those nights FFY. Fend for yourself.

[@amandag1329]

I love how kind and also calm and steady you are in your commentary. Being alarmist right now can only hurt all of us. You guys set a reassuring example for us all. ❤️

[@jeanniewahine5443]

Yes, exactly, good point! I also appreciate how kind they are to each other. I don't feel negative tension from their relationship. They appear so genuinely compatible and happy together. I don't know why that is comforting to me to see, but it is always a pleasure to watch anything they do. I really like seeing both of them in the videos which is not what most channels have (though some certainly do, such as Living Traditions Homestead).

[@iwanttobelieve5970]

My stores are all stocked. People love to spread their anxieties onto others. Ignore them and keep doing what you're doing. Your meals look so delicious.

[@djnana1156]

You guys are stocked for sure. I wish I could get my husband on board with stocking up somethings like more meat. The other stuff I stay pretty well stocked even if he thinks I'm nuts. He didn't say to much when the last shortages started and I had great pleasure in saying I told you so! I got this from my mother who went through the depression. Never let yourself run low on things you use all the time. Keep up the great work the both of you do. Your garden is wonderful and so is your house.

[@louiseeyahpaise795]

We called it "Survival night". I'm not worried about the supply chain either, I have always stocked up on stuff and we are fine. I garden and preserve my food. Have a nice day>👩🏽‍🌾👍🏽🙏🏽🧡💖

[@elderberryfarmlife4258]

Rachel I just love how real you and your hubby are. I don’t know why people have to be so snooty. You do you ! Thank you for sharing with us.

[@emptynestgardens9057]

You are speaking my language. This is exactly how hubs and I eat "whatever nights". Life is so different when it comes to meal time when the kids don't live at home anymore.

[@melodyleong]

I also love how you both always compliment each other on their cooking. My aunts cook pretty much all meals from scratch and compliments are rare, thought family always give her feedback. Tbf, I am pretty sure she prefers feedback over compliments, but I personally cook so little that if I'm in the kitchen I expect compliments and I always find it weird when others don't feel the same way 🤣

[@jeanniewahine5443]

I noticed this as well and it's a shame when people are less polite to family than they are to strangers. Nothing wrong with showing your gratitude, in fact it ought to be a habit.

[@lorischill5108]

What's the point of all the work during the summer if you don't enjoy it

[@rebeccakaczmarek5598]

I love freezing leftovers. Gives me a chance to revisit it a month later.

[@reneevation5011]

Same! With just the two of us, I cook once and then freeze leftovers for 2 more meals. We were both sick last week, so it was so nice just throwing things into the oven.

[@ltkerr4688]

I see this challenge as a purposeful way of menu planning. It seems that putting up food has been your way of life for many, many years. I appreciate you sharing your meals with us. I have gotten loads of ideas. Take care.

[@Countrygirl2010]

I’m all for eating whatever you want to. However, does the grocery store shortage make you think about reconsidering not taking the 7th year to rest? 😬

[@tammybenadventures]

That’s the point of preppers so we don’t have to panic buy right now because of preparedness ☺️. Thanks for addressing people’s comments.

[@matthewmaclellan]

i don't have food storage like you all do, living in 640 sq ft, and i just appreciate your maturity with your view on the food shortages. it's not hard right now for me to get enough to eat, but i just thought your outlook on that was so mature and non-anxious, i appreciated it.

[@sharonafshari4485]

Learnings it’s not just the variety, it’s also the aesthetics. Thanks for all the ideas 💕

[@jessicarice4486]

People just need to do what they feel is right for them. I love your videos. I wish I could see your basement I am looking into making a nice pantry in mine.

[@kshoe5004]

Boy does that look good! And it’s so smart to create a pantry and preserve not just food for sustenance, but education for sustainable lifestyle for all who can follow your example!

[@wrightfamilyhomestead]

We grow and preserve in order to feed ourselves. Thats a lifestyle that lasts far longer than any shortage. Enjoy what you work so hard for! By sharing your videos you help others to understand. ❤

[@jksatte]

I love seeing the home cooking especially with mostly pantry stuff. I am a single girl with no kids and I have never been much of a cooker so now that I am much more interested in growing my own food it's good to get ideas.

[@myfuturehomestead6854]

Does Tod have professional kitchen experience? His knife skills are on point 😏👌

[@jenniferjuranko1617]

Love all the meals you have been making. We too live out of a well stocked pantry and don’t live in fear. It feels good to know we can feed our family or any guest that comes by without worrying about having to run to the store. Thanks for allowing us into your home!

[@virgo8223]

When I was younger and worked and raising 4 children, I cooked all the meals for the week on Sunday and froze them, Taking out what I wanted each morning before going to work, it was so much easier for me, although it took up the whole Sunday with cooking and cleaning.

[@Micawber1410]

The dishes thing made me laugh! We seem to ALWAYS have dishes to do!! They never end. There's only two of us but no dishwasher! ♥️

[@angelas_pantry_obsession]

My garden was a complete fail last year. My garden bed soil needs amended (prior owner has Lyme stone in it). I am taking part in this challenge too and did have concern over the supply chain issues BUT we have an amazingly stocked pantry (3 in fact but we are a family of 11) so I'm sure those who have canned and stored away properly can relate. We aren't terribly concerned about not going to the grocery store. I too feel grateful with my family size that I'm not in the stores clearing out the last bit of meat or pasta. Dishes!!!! I was just saying how this creates so many dishes but seeing those empty jars in my dishwasher is a great feeling

[@dtmc4509]

People are something else. Honest truth is not their business what you do. What amazes me when watching videos is how people scrutinize every little thing and make comments on every move the creators make. My thought is who cares and I hope I never get that petty.

[@michelleshorey1399]

Oh my goodness the steak in the beginning, that Gouda cheese sandwich in the end, and oh ya everything in between!! YummO!!!

[@twofeetintwo7003]

You live and work your land as well as you choose a healthy lifestyle, your food is abundant and you share more as well as buy from your locals and delivery type services. We all enjoy eating out and dinning in ❤️ America does not have a shortage of food, we are abundant, sharing and caring how you make delicious foods from your sources is amazing 🤩 Thank you 🙏

[@Dorrie519]

I can honestly say that even though it is not really a challange for you, it is wonderful to watch what you do with your pantry items. Most of my pantry is store bought canned items and some freezer items. My husband has always fussed at me because I always keep the pantry full. Until lately!! I am disabled and he has gone without a job for 3 months. He is now working a new job and we are still eating and living out of the pantry. I will be glad when we are able to restock what we have used!! So many things I want to can myself but it is easier to present to him as meals! I love your channel, keep up the great work!

[@inbedduringcovid3005]

I love you two and I love this. Its a comfort to see comfort. I'm sorry when people just don't enjoy what's given without finding reasons to be touchy about what they think they are seeing. I think I am seeing lovely people sharing their lovely lives and teaching its ok to just eat and be satisfied. 💖

[@cherylirvin3919]

That is how we do. We my husband is totally on board with using up leftovers. We also split larger meals on purpose because there is just the two of us. I use those 3 cup wide mouth jars for that too. Those frozen meals come in so handy on busy days. I think the pantry challenge is all about being mindful and evaluating how quickly you go through your storage. Large families may need to cook every day but we don’t. Love your meal ideas!

[@riteshadow]

I’ve never watched your channel before but it genuinely warms my heart the way your husband gives you his full attention when you’re speaking! Not used to seeing that and the steaks looked amazing!

[@teresadean1995]

And this is why we do what we do.. Tapping into a supply chain, is not so bad when your supply chain is in your pantry. I love shopping my pantry. I go to the stores just for the things I do not grow, like fresh produce, and flour or meal, things like that. You should be proud and blessed and you owe no one a reason of what you do and why you do it.

[@BootsandBountyHomestead]

Right, since we've done the challenge, we've not changed a thing! The shortage has not effected us and I am, too, glad that I don't have to take from the grocery stores from those that need it because they don't grow their own food. I told my husband that my challenge videos may seem pretty boring because I make big meals and we eat leftovers or remake meals all week. I don't have time to cook all the time or everyday so it's been a challenge for me to bring lots of new recipes to the table, so to speak. I love seeing what people do with their "stores" and it gives me new ideas too. Thank you Rachel!!!

[@cathybrennan3141]

You have "whatever" night, we call it "raid the refrigerator" night. Same concept, and it's just me and the hubby, like yourself. We almost always end up with leftovers! Love your channel and all the great recipes and canning ideas. Tonight I processed a canner load of dry beans following your process!

[@COWELLGIRL]

Isnt it nice to have these wonderful things to enjoy during pantry challenge and any time

[@anetzband1383]

I love the way you present your videos except that I kind of wish you would do maybe a little voice over as you drop some of those ingredients into the pots to make the meals. We are two people now at our house too, and the big change we made was to eat more food at the middle of the day and less in the evening. The evening will often be the "whatever" or leftover time, and the middle of the day important. We consume very little meat because of its cost, so when I see you eating like the steaks, I just marvel and I'm happy for you. I loved the jambalaya recipe because I made almost the same thing this past week! Thank you for taking time to share.

[@nenemaria-cornfieldsgarden]

I only cook about 3 nights a week too. When there's two of you there's always leftovers. I prefer to cook 4-6 portion meals anyway and freeze some of it, that way we're not eating the same meal 3 days in a row if we don't feel like it and we've always got loads of freezer meals we can just warm up with some rice etc. I couldn't manage cooking a 2 person meal twice every day!

[@Tutiwashername]

5 months late, but I have a term for not making dinner. It’s called FFY night. Fend for yourself. Love your channel.

[@panicattack63]

I am sorry people made you feel like you had to explain yourself. I appreciate you taking the time to share your video meals. People are going to always have something negative. YOU just keep being you, your awesome. I wish you were my neighbor. Keep making videos… I love your sweatshirt….You 2 are an inspiration..

[@dorriwaldera3081]

For me the challenge is more about finding way to use what I canned/froze and to use up the older stuff (and to try to keep my husband from shopping! lol). We are like you, and don't cook an actual meal for each day, left overs, sandwiches, snacks fill in the blanks.

[@colliebel5104]

Such a good idea for the green tomato curry. I made green tomato curry after watching your video and now you have given me an idea of how to use. Many thanks!

[@theresagreen3253]

I'm always trying new recipes and I tell my husband you're my guinea pig again! He just laughs and I always say only honest opinions so I can make sure everything tastes good!!

[@zlifehomestead9772]

Amen Sister! We do what we do all the time because it's the way we live. We are also thankful that we aren't a drain on the food supply and can be more self sustainable. Thank you for sharing, I love your videos :)

[@txspacemom765]

Y'all inspire me! We are doing a pantry challenge but making the take out food we love!

[@debbie0greer164]

I’m almost caught up! I can’t believe people. Us general population love you. Don’t listen to those hateful people. Have they not watched all the videos you do and how much work goes into it? Good Lord…

[@FaithHopeLoveMom]

This is how we eat at our house. Simple meals, and I don't cook every night. I normally do 3 cooked dinners, then leftover, or soup. Easy food. Be so blessed.

[@cherylh8924]

We don't have to option to have food delivered, so we now cook most of our meals, also from our pantry or freezers. It was unusual getting use to living in the country instead of city life after all these years, but we are enjoying it. I love watching these videos and learning and trial and error making our own flavours. Thank you

[@lweddle5]

I'm inspired and working towards having a full pantry and I love having more dirty dishes. I love avoiding the hoarding mindset. Thank you for educating me. Peace to All

[@dianatennant4346]

Would enjoy seeing more cooking videos with you guys cooking together or separately

[@sassyannie6292]

I think this pantry challenge should be for those who eat out and don't keep a well stocked pantry. Last year was a horrible year for my husband and I due to massive storms. Our money went to repair our well and home so, we ate out of our pantry. We occurred a job changed so, again ate out of our pantry for December. We buy to replace what we use. I have been canning foods from our freezer just in case we find deals and need freezer room. As Leisa from Suttons Daze says, "Your kitchen your rules. You do you". So, smile and do you!

[@Bellprepper76]

When I saw you make the breakfast casserole I knew it was gonna be a little dryer over cooked because those older crockpots are the best but they cook at such a higher temperature where the newer crockpots don’t get as hot as those old school ones. Just a though. Love you both and y’all are my favorite channel!! Blessings! How that sweet grand-baby?

[@dawn2949]

I absolutely love your channel and I wish I had someone like you to teach me canning, both water bath and pressure. Having said that, I have already learned quite a bit from you already. You inspire me to preserve more of my harvest. Thank you.

[@kbailh01]

Your house, your rules. I’ve been doing my own pantry challenge because my husband and I have the C19 so no going anywhere for a awhile. It hasn’t been a problem and I’m certainly not tapping into all of our stores. Why spend all those hours and effort during harvest if you can’t enjoy all your labor? It’s actually been a huge blessing because I’m gettin a better handle on my food.

[@joyceduesel7966]

I am glad you addressed this. We don't go to the grocery anymore than we have too. It is winter. soup, a piece of bread . Pot of beans, corn bread. Red beans, rice, easy meals.

[@vickimartin6083]

I'm 61 and really don't eat much at 1 time. There are times I will eat just a chicken leg quarter and I'm stuffed

[@Maranatha_Acres]

I totally agree with you. I feel blessed by my stocked pantry and I don’t have to go to the store, leave that for someone who doesn’t have the capacity to have a store room.

[@2close2themoon]

It's sad to think people watch these "what we eat" videos or challenges just to be judgey. I'm just a nosy Nellie and think food is great and always get new ideas from people who love food. I'm not a prepper or a homesteader or anything like that, but your videos and those from Acre Homestead got me thinking about not letting food go begging whether it's in the freezer, fridge or on a shelf. So I've been using stuff up and not living like it's some precious treasure. Just eat it!

[@victoriaallison-patrick2294]

We eat like you all do as well. Cook 2 or 3 times a week and eat leftovers. Have what we call "grab and growl" nights. Today has been all about the turkey that was gifted us. 15 pints of meat and 5 quarts of roasted turkey bone broth. That I roasted on Sunday.

[@ladyprepared]

Lots of people I know go to the store several times a week to get food for financial reasons or because thats how they choose to plan their meals. It's absolutely nobody's business how anyone chooses to purchase their groceries or when they choose to purchase them. It's a shame anyone would make that kind of comment to you after all the hard work you both put into making your channel what it is. You both do a great job of teaching people how to be more self sufficient and give lots of fresh ideas to long term canners like myself. Thank you very much. Btw...the steaks looked amazing. Yum! 👌

[@grekahg3938]

I think it’s a huge blessing to grow and farm your own food to help you through the winter months and then some. What a great thing to shop your pantry and freezers for your own food! We all like that “lazy” kind of meals, whether it’s eating out or grub hub. I actually feel guilty if I eat out instead of eating what I stored. 🤷🏻‍♀️🤪 Is there ever a happy medium…it’s what you like to do! Chill out on them people! 😉

[@crookedcottagefarm6035]

I can totally relate to the number of meals you guys make every week! It’s so much nicer making a couple/few big meals during the week and having more time to do dishes afterward.

[@tamaraholman1783]

Thanks for sharing with us. I benefit from these types of videos in that I can see how a well stocked pantry can factor in my meals on a regular basis, rather than going to the grocery store without a plan. You can shop from the pantry and eat whatever strikes your fancy.

[@ChristyMorrissey]

I feel like you do Miss Rachel. I had a friend see our stocked pantry and tell us we shouldn’t live in fear . I thought a couple of things. First I realized he had never had seasonal work where choices are made between groceries and utilities in the off season months. Mostly I thought about 2020. We had to get on a list to go to the grocery store. When it was our turn I went and the only vegetable like food was a single jar of sauerkraut. I was grateful for our pantry that would continue to feed our family despite the shortage in the stores. I probably stock a little more now. I know that if those food shortages should happen again our family would be able to remove ourselves from the demand and allow families that don’t have our skills and abilities to have the resources available. I try to teach my children how to live sustainable lives. I also enjoy the challenge of seeing how long we can go without spending money at the grocery during our slower months. I also like knowing I could help others if a crisis occurs again.

[@robinmc0628]

I appreciate your purposeful and intentional participation in the January Pantry Challenge. I've learned so much and I'm thankful you take the time to share. There will always be critics, so I pretend it's the hecklers in the balcony from the muppet show and then I laugh about it. I look forward to this week in review. I'm certainly going to can that green tomato curry! My husband isn't a fan, so I'll do pints. Rachel and Todd, thanks for sharing all that you do. 😉

[@grammyinthekitchen]

Talking about the food chain shortage. I was talking to someone at work about the same thing you said, My pantry is for me and family and friends who may need it, but I don't have to buy from the grocery store as often and that leaves more for the people who need it.

[@anamarisrodriguez8180]

Thank you for that comment in regards that you may not need to go out and use the supply chain. Thank you for the reminder that those who can leave supplies for those who need it. I do not have a homestead but do have a small garden so I try to save when I can.

[@barbaras2899]

It’s a great idea to eat the way you do using your pantry items. In watching preparedness KZbin videos they say it’s a good idea to do that so in a real emergency you already know what to do and it’s natural to you. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@radmilamiljanic5977]

I always try to cook for at least two days and separate some to freeze so that I have something finished when too tired to cook or no time. I love these plates of yours, so elegant:))

[@carolynvsetula3007]

Thanks for keeping it real. And thanks for the supply chain comments. A healthy perspective and positive and realistic outlook. So refreshing.

[@lularoecortneyniederer8444]

You need a cute shopping basket to take down with you when you grab goodies from your storage area

[@amyfeigt6715]

I totally know what you mean, now that our kids are grown, we don't eat "meals" all the time. I'll cook a casserole or something like that once a week & we eat leftovers for a few days & do soup or breakfast for dinner other days.

[@vickiecondon4192]

Thank you. You made me feel better about not cooking dinner every night. We’re saving water by not having as many dishes 😂.

[@karenw9996]

Did a KZbin search for "Pantry Challenge 2022 and found you. I don't have a channel or do SC, but I'm doing the challenge too. You're right, it's not really a challenge for those with a homesteading mindset. I live in town so I can't have animals, and am just getting started growing foods so berry bushes & some fruit trees aren't producing yet - but I bulk buy in the spring, once my pantry has been "used down", and track over summer what I might have missed or have used up over summer so I can make a smaller purchase in the fall. I belong to a food buying club to reduce costs, buy meat/eggs/dairy locally, and shop farmers markets. I'm not overly concerned about supply chain hiccups (although a full out failure would create problems), I'm not at all concerned about news stories of food recalls. It's a great feeling. And yes, I used to run the dishwasher once a week, now it's every-other day!

[@jenboyles5381]

I understand these comments about not using what's in your stockpile. Many of us have already cleaned out and organized our pantries prior to now. Also with all of the prior to the holiday food that we buy we have extras left over I need a way to use them up. One nice thing about this challenge is it you make up your own rules. I would not say to pass up a great deal on something to stock up on but maybe cut back and then we get what you absolutely need try to use those back of the pantry items in this challenge.

[@mariagarcia-po6kl]

Hi Rachel and Todd. I don't cook much either. I just get what is needed and that is all. Rachel, do what you wish is right for you. I know you are always busy working and might not have time to cook. You two are special people. God Bless you Rachel and Todd. Take care you two. Maria.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@lorizwetsloot438]

My name is Lori from Ontario Canada. Since I've found you I've been watching as much as I can. I've think you guys are great. Don't let people with their comments get you down. I think you're doing a great job and I've learned a lot!

[@1870s]

Thank you so much! ♥

[@susannielsen8688]

Maybe you should retitle this month as "Dinner creativity month." I appreciate your recipes and ideas, especially the canning ones.

[@cindygreen6900]

Just an 💡, I keep a "Red riding hood" type basket near my freezer, so I can gather several items and once. Keeps my hands and arms free.

[@beckystahl5830]

I am loving your pantry challenge videos! You guys eat like my husband and I do. Meat and one veggie most evenings and leftovers for lunch and/or supper. One pot dinners is also a favorite. I cook and he cleans! ☺️

[@MaryBornforHealth]

My idea of the Pantry challenge is to dig behind the usual stuff and use up the overlooked items we preserve. Finding new ways to use preserved food is sometimes a big challenge and to use them up before they go bad. I think the challenge helps me to look at my pantry a little differently. I may dig a little deeper into the freezer or check recipes for that jar of whatever item I've been passing up for a year. You guys seem to be able to integrate this without even thinking about it. I too do little grocery shopping. I haven't noticed the shelves being empty, but then I don't buy convenience foods. I buy from Azure Standard, Butcher Box, and occasionally Wild Alaskan Salmon. I also go to Costco about once a month for staples. We've been freeze-drying our food and finding that to be a big help. I haven't been brave enough for a pressure canner but do can a lot with water bath method and love using my dehydrator. Thanks for all your great tips! Still wondering how to use my pinapple zucchini.