Here are the recipes I used this week! Home Made Biscuits 2 C Flour 3 TBS baking powder (eliminate if using self rising flour) 1 TBS salt 2 TBS reserved bacon grease, oil or butter 1 C half & half, diluted with water if desired, or milk Preheat oven to 400F. Combine dry ingredients. Blend in grease with pastry blender or fork. Stir in milk until well combined. Using hands, form into biscuit shapes. Place on baking sheet. Bake for 12 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve with sausage, if desired. Makes 12 biscuits Cheese Grits 6 C Water 1 1/2 C grits 1 TBS salt 1 C Shredded Cheese Boil water. Add Salt. Add grits and stir frequently. When grits are thickened, turn off heat and stir in cheese. Serve warm. Makes 6 servings Vegetable Broth 2 TBS Salt Discards of celery bunch 1 C carrots, or use discarded pieces if available 1 whole onion, quartered 2 cloves garlic 8 C water Combine all ingredients in large pot and simmer for several hours, until vegetables are cooked down significantly. Store in airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks! Mushroom Rice & Chicken Soup 1 TBS olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 lb carrots, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb fresh mushrooms, diced 1 C cooked chicken (optional) 1 C uncooked rice 5 C vegetable broth (see recipe above) 1/2 TBS salt 1 tsp ground black pepper 1 tsp italian seasoning Saute onion and carrots in olive oil until softened. Add all ingredients to stock pot, dutch oven or large soup pot. Stir well and cook on low-medium heat for 1 hour, or until rice is done. Kelsey’s French Bread (from The Prairie Homestead Cookbook by Jill Winger) 1 1/2 C warm water 1 1/2 tsp active dry yeast 1 tsp sea salt 3-3 1/2 C all purpose flour 1 lg egg, beaten with 1 tsp water Combine water & yeast in large bowl and stir until yeast is dissolved. Mix in salt and enough flour to form a stiff dough. Using hands, knead on a lightly floured surface 7-8 mins, until smooth and not sticking to your fingers. Place dough back into mixing bowl, cover with a towel, & allow to rise in a warm place 1 hour, or until doubled in size. Divide dough into two pieces. Form each piece into a rectangle. Fold in half lengthwise and pinch seams. Fold in half lengthwise again, and pinch seams. This should have created a long, thin loaf. Pinch seams to ensure loaf stays together. Form a loaf with other part of batch as well. Place a baking stone in the center of your oven and a metal pan on the rack underneath. Preheat oven to 450. Place loaves ona sheet of parchment and slash each loaf several times with a knife. Allow to rise in warm place for 15 mins. Lightly brush each loaf with egg wash. place loaves (with parchment)on hot stone. Pour 1 C hot water into metal pan (for steam). Bake 15-20 mins, until golden. You can find her cookbook (which I LOVE) here! Ham & Potato Casserole 1 lb ham, chopped 10 russet potatoes, chopped 1/2 C flour 1 C chicken broth 4 oz cream cheese 1 tsp italian seasoning 1 tsp salt 1 tsp ground pepper 1 12 oz pkg frozen sweet peas 4 oz shredded cheddar cheese Preheat oven to 375. Combine flour and broth in small sauce pan. Heat until thickened. Add seasonings to your taste preference. This is a cream of chicken substitute! Add cream cheese and melt. Combine ham, potatoes, peas, & cream of chicken mixture. Place in casserole dish. Bake at 375 for 75 mins, until potatoes are soft. Sprinkle cheese on top and bake for 5 mins to melt. Broil if desired to get more browning. Serve with roasted brussels sprouts, or your choice of vegetable! ENJOY!! Sausage & Cabbage Skillet 1 TBS olive oil 1 pkg smoked sausage 1 head cabbage 1 TBS salt 1 tsp black pepper Slice sausage into rounds. Brown in skillet, stirring frequently to prevent burning. While sausage is cooking, cut cabbage into bite-sized pieces. When sausage is browned, add cabbage. Cook on medium heat until cabbage is cooked down to desired tenderness. Serves 6. Yummy Chicken 4-6 chicken leg quarters 1 C onion, diced 1 C carrots, diced 1 C celery, diced 4 medium potatoes, sliced 3-4 C chicken broth 2 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 2 tsp italian seasoning Place chicken in pot. Sprinkle with salt, pepper & italian seasoning. Pour vegetables on top of chicken. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and italian seasoning. Pour chicken broth over vegetables. Top with sliced potatoes. Bake at 350 for 45 mins, until chicken is well done and vegetables are soft. Serve with your choice of green vegetables. Campfire Stew 6 C Navy beans, prepared 3/4 C Water 1 onion, diced 1 small can diced tomatoes 3 TBS sugar (brown sugar if available) 4 TBS molasses 1 lb Breakfast sausage, browned and drained Prepare navy beans according to package directions. Add water, onion, tomatoes, sugar, molasses and sausage in crock pot. Stir until well combined. Add beans and stir carefully, so as not to crush the beans. Cook on low for 6 hours. This can also be made on the oven in a dutch oven (lid on), baking for 60-90 mins at 350F. Ham & Cheese Pasta Bake 1 lb ham, chopped 5 oz Parmesan cheese, shredded 8 oz mozzarella, shredded, divided 1 lb pkg pasta, cooked 3 C half & half 2 tsp Italian seasoning Preheat oven to 350. Combine half and half with Parmesan cheese in small pot. Heat until cheese is melted and mixture is thickened. Combine all ingredients (only add 1 c mozzarella to bowl) in large mixing bowl and mix well to coat all with cheese sauced. Pour into baking dish. Top with remaining mozzarella and bake at 350 for 20 mins, until cheese is browned. Serve with broccoli or your choice of vegetable! Garden Rice Soup 1 Zucchini, diced 1 Bell Pepper, diced 1 Onion, diced 1 TBS olive oil 1 1/2 C Rice, uncooked 4 C chicken broth 1 can diced tomatoes 1 pkg frozen green beans 2 C navy beans 1-2 C Chicken, cooked (optional) 1 TBS salt 2 tsp ground pepper 2 tsp Italian seasoning Saute onion & bell pepper in oil until softened. Combine all ingredients in crock pot. Stir. Cook on low for6- 7 hours or high for 3-4 hours. To serve as a soup, you may need to add more broth toward the end of the cook time.
@debbie5602 Жыл бұрын
Hello! New subscriber here. Thanks for sharing these recipes.
@judyhenderson6969 Жыл бұрын
These all look great! I'm going to try them!
@andreaontour8961 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your hard work, i will definitly try some of those recipes!
@yvettegerry9862 Жыл бұрын
Maybe cook your chicken leg quarters first and take off the bone after cooked and you will have your broth also . Great recipes, real cooking 🥘 first time here ! Thank you 😊 very nutritious!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Good idea!
@Domoheartzcookiez Жыл бұрын
I have to give her credit where it's due - she comes up with different recipes from most of the other KZbin budget cooks. I've been cooking for decades but always on the hunt for inexpensive but tasty and filling recipes, and the majority are all rice-and-beans or pasta based meals. At least she uses reasonable portions of meat and shows you how to make the veggie broth. Reminds me a bit of my mother, as she had to make large, hearty meals for 10 people or more.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Awwww. Thank you!
@sylviaseri4235 Жыл бұрын
So happy to see meals without cream cheese and Campbell’s soup thrown together in a crock pot!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
But I do love some cream cheese every now and again 😂
@Mrsmadison45 Жыл бұрын
Amen !
@educateyourself71 Жыл бұрын
Omgoodness right? 🤣
@gamingmom6164 Жыл бұрын
I've been looking for frugal meals without those and other ingredients. Like I hate that people think just throw cheese on it
@padenknits Жыл бұрын
I came across your channel with your $55 Aldi run and I have gone down a rabbit hole watching your videos! I discovered how much I LOVE watching you cook, your perspective on making things work (like how to make milk out of half & half), and your light-hearted approach to cooking. Thank you for letting your viewers know it's okay to not be perfect and that putting whole foods and home-cooked meals on the table is what matters most. Today there seems to be such a pressure to eat only organic or to spend your entire paycheck on food. You are a joy to watch and I cannot wait to see what you make next. Much love to you!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
You just made my day so happy!!! Thank you so much!!!!
@n.a.garciafamily Жыл бұрын
❤
@sunnyswiatlo6936 Жыл бұрын
This is the first low spending shopping and meal plan I've seen with actually healthy foods. Big props to you for that!!!! Subscribing for that fact alone! Way to go mama❤
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!!!
@Ovahea Жыл бұрын
Me too new sub
@debhouckscraftycottage9288 Жыл бұрын
I feel the same way. Vegetables, home made stock, etc. etc. Subscribed after finding this as well. Only a family of 2, but I still appreciate good, healthy cooking.
@jillgott6567 Жыл бұрын
You are feeding 6 people for around $.60 / meal ! INCREDIBLE ! I love how you do not scrimp on vegetables and the menu is varied for lunch and dinner. I agree most people are okay with breakfast being the same. Goid job
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Thank you!!!
@jocelisalvador3998 Жыл бұрын
I have so much respect for you. In these hard times where most of us are scrambling to make ends meet you come up with some good, appetizing, delicious looking meals to feed a whole family in a very good budget. You have it together, girl. Bless you.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
If you only knew how little I have together 😂😂😂 But thanks for the encouragement! I really appreciate it and it means a lot ❤️❤️
@lyricberlin Жыл бұрын
Amen :)
@iloveaginganddying6207 Жыл бұрын
You are so inspiring! I used to cook nearly everything from scratch besides frozen pizza growing up on a farm. Now I live in a city and "convenient" food has become a large part of our diet. I'm excited and inspired to get back to cooking from scratch, saving money on groceries, and gardening in my little backyard this summer.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Awwwww. Yay! Thanks for letting me know!!!
@pamscraps Жыл бұрын
Thank you for these recipes. It’s so nice of you to write them out for us. I hope your little guy is feeling better.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you!! He is all better now! ❤️❤️❤️
@deannsturgiss1002 Жыл бұрын
Please keep making these videos! I struggle with grocery spending! We are a family of 7 and currently spend around $1500+ a month! I have been trying to find ways to lower that and I am so happy your youtube channel was suggested! I cant wait to try your recipes! I look forward to the next weeks meal video!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Great!! I’m so glad to hear it helps! I had to take a week break from the budget menu videos because they take extra time and I feel a good bit of mom guilt over the extra time spent….so, I’ll take a week or so off of the harder content and then get back to it!
@lisamullin5007 Жыл бұрын
Same! Family of 8 and I knocked it down from $500 to $350 a week but it has to be prepped all out. Ready to take on this challenge! 😊❤️
@CargillHouse Жыл бұрын
Mushroom stems and onion skins are wonderful additions to vegetable stock. They give the stock great color and great flavor. I always save mine in a bag in the freezer. I always save my bacon fat, but never thought about using it in biscuits!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
That’s a great tip! Thanks!
@CargillHouse Жыл бұрын
@@homemadesimplewithlori no problem!
@jennifersmith8640 Жыл бұрын
Caramelized onions go really well with the kielbasa and cabbage in the iron skillet as well. Sometimes my family adds egg noodles to the dish as well.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
YUM!
@donnac8052 Жыл бұрын
When I was a child, I loved home canned chopped tomatoes and shell or spiral noodles as a dish along with salt & pepper. It was filling and tasted like summer to me.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
❤️
@SauerPatchGardening Жыл бұрын
I have a hate hate relationship with Walmart...lol. I hate that it's the cheapest place to buy things like medicine. And I feel forced to spend money there when I really don't want to. And the way they have made us as consumers work for them. Self serve check outs and then treating us like criminals when we leave, checking receipts etc...and prices have still gone up even tho they are supposedly paying fewer people...smh. end rant. Really good video
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I completely feel you. Thanks for watching!
@michelleholt2007 Жыл бұрын
All these recipes sound so good! Sadly I’m the only one in my household of 4 that likes Brussels sprouts, mushrooms and bell peppers 😢 Loving the Andy Griffith in the background ❤️ I watch it all the time!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
We don’t usually do mushrooms either but this recipe was yummy! Thanks for watching!! ❤️❤️
@adventureswithlola5330 Жыл бұрын
What an enjoyable video! You are so sweet! Thank you for all the time spent and work put into to bringing us this video 🧡
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you for saying that! It was a labor of love but I am so glad it might help someone in a pinch. It was definitely good for my budget this week! I need to work hard to save a lot on groceries this year!
@carlahabeck4051 Жыл бұрын
You display the skill and knowlege of home economics that so many no longer learn. Sadly circumstances are leaving so many unprepared to shop wisely, cook from scratch, and plan healthy meals. God bless you.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you! We can help teach eachother!
@lyricberlin Жыл бұрын
A head of cabbage here is $3.28...that parmesan wedge is $5.28 ...extra large eggs are now $9, yes NINE dollars (18 PACK Egglands that was $4.94 SMH)......not kidding. Some of these are double or triple what you pay. I did your list. No turkey sausage got hillshire polska kielbasa, mozzarella block was substituted with mozz shreds $2.22, and 2 packs of 5 lbs of chicken thighs for $6.97 a package is the closest I could find for the chicken. Also added a lb of butter $4.48 and stroked out adding the $9 eggs. Mine came out to $103.66. Since I am one person this will comfortably last me 3 weeks with the substitutions and smaller sizes on some stuff. That still makes it very good for me. I love these ideas you have. I so forgot about grits so I can't wait to try it with one of my precious eggs over easy on top. I am binging your channel, btw lol Groceries tomorrow so I am checking everything out with the store (Aldi and Walmart) apps.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Wow that is crazy the price difference. But also j think the prices are going up really fast, too. It would be interesting to see how they have changed here since the video was filmed!
@eckankar7756 Жыл бұрын
Celery leaves are the best part!!! Can't imagine throwing them away, that's good food. Once you make broth chop up the vegetables and make stuffing with some old bread, biscuits, or pancakes. Cabbage core chop up and run it through the blender and add to your soup. What did you do with that delicious ham fat? That would have been delicious in the casserole. You're a creative cook, I'm from the south, too. I just toss out next to nothing. That chicken bone would had great flavor, easier to debone chicken once it's cooked. I simmer the chicken bones for hours for broth, the skin I fry it for chips.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I have since learned to use the celery leaves! Thanks!!
@shelbylynnwilliams8520 Жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you for providing the recipes as well as grocery list. You are awesome.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Awww. Thanks! You are very welcome. Thanks for watching!!
@fae5283 Жыл бұрын
What a great round up of budget meals. I definitely want to try that ham and potato hot dish. And can I just say, I truly enjoy your gentle and motherly demeanor. Thanks for sharing.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
You’re so sweet. Thank you!
@josierichardson9893 Жыл бұрын
My grandma used to make the ham bake alllll the time; we usually incorporated sautéed onions and topped it with halved homemade biscuits, dollops of sour cream, and a little cheese. Seeing that meal made me smile😊
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
😍😍😍
@nickysinclair8436 Жыл бұрын
I love to see that you buy healthy fresh food and show that you can eat healthy on a budget. I get frustrated sometimes when people say that that is not possible. 💕
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
You are right! It is very possible-it just requires a mind shift. Thanks for watching! ❤️
@diversekakes Жыл бұрын
You did a great job making tasty meals with what you bought!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!!
@futurefolk9919 Жыл бұрын
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a clabberred milk. Just take 1 cup milk or half and half and add 1 Tbs lemon juice or white vinegar. Let it sit for a few minutes and you'll have a faux buttermilk. It works and is delicious! Easy peasy🤗
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Great tip! Thanks!
@mistyt2703 Жыл бұрын
Andy Griffith in the background, raising your kids right! 🧡
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
You know it!
@ApostolicGrandma Жыл бұрын
cabbage casserole is also delicious and cheap to make. shredded cabbage, tomato soup, beef broth, cooked ground beef, chopped onion, salt, pepper and cooked rice. mix all together and put in 9 x 13 dish and top with some shredded cheese. 350 for about 1 hr. or until bubbly. :)
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
That sounds really good. It started out sounding like a soup my mom likes to make but then you turned it into a casserole. Sounds great!
@janeadams5207 Жыл бұрын
Wow! That mushroom soup looks amazing. I immediately subscribed. I love that you are cooking from scratch. Thanks for sharing.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you for subscribing!! And that soup really was delicious
@robertgortoniii9583 Жыл бұрын
It is true about people eating the same thing every day for breakfast. My Grandfather was a dairy farmer. Every morning my Grandmother made him two fried eggs, two pieces of buttered toast and a cup of coffee. The noon meal and evening was always different everyday.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
They knew how to do it right back then! ❤️
@sueperez21 Жыл бұрын
Great recipes 💖 At first, it didn't seem like you purchased alot of food for $75, but you really did make alot of good yummy meals with lots of ingredients. I can't wait to try some of these recipes 😋 Thanks for sharing ❤
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😊
@BlessedMomof711 ай бұрын
This is the best budget video I've seen for a larger family!
@homemadesimplewithlori11 ай бұрын
Oh wow! Thank you so much! That made my day!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@wesdonnabrown Жыл бұрын
You continue to amaze me! So glad others are discovering how delightful you are!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
You’re sweet. Love you.
@charlireed9555 Жыл бұрын
If you need Buttermilk: Here are 4 ways to make it. 1 cup buttermilk = 1 Tablespoon white vinegar + enough milk to measure 1 cup 1 cup buttermilk = 1 Tablespoon lemon juice + enough milk to measure 1 cup 1 cup buttermilk = 1 cup plain yogurt 1 cup buttermilk = 1 and ¾ teaspoon cream of tarter + 1 cup of milk
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@tracyhunt7919 Жыл бұрын
Great recipes and step by step instructions!!!! Like you, I save ALL my bacon grease. I am not sure what you did with the ham fat and pieces you cut off but I would have taken a bit afterwards to fry that and save the grease from it. There is so so much flavor in it and during the really hard times, I would make scalloped potatoes and just add that instead of butter for flavor and you'd be amazed at how rich it seemed without any meat. Same with my mac and cheese. I go to the budget grocery stores, like Save A Lot, to buy my bacon because they have the ends and pieces and it's so much cheaper. But it really goes a long when when using it to cook with. As a Southerner, I'm sure you also know that browning up that fat and flour together for your roux adds a ton of flavor to your cream/cheese sauces. Just add some rendered bacon fat/ham fat to your pan, melt it, add your flour and cook on low for as long as you can to "scorch" it. Whisk in your milk and let it thicken and keep adding milk until it's not longer thickening. I can make a TON of "cream soup" to add to recipes using this simple method and it adds flavor to any meal, even those without meat. Thanks for all the ideas and this video, which was a joy to watch. You are doing a great job!!!!!!!!!!!!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I love me some gravy 😂😂😂 Thanks for the explanation it was perfect!! And thanks for watching!! ❤️
@donnac8052 Жыл бұрын
We always had different dried macaronies. I would mix the different macaronies and make Mac n Cheese. The boys would tell me which of different macaronies they liked best and they seemed to eat more. 😊
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
That’s sweet!
@betterlivingonabudget Жыл бұрын
I just found your channel! I love the way you scrolled all the prices for the items on the screen. All these meals look amazing. I'm doing a no-spend-uary challenge, so mainly cooking from pantry/freezer, with a $15/wk budget for fresh produce/dairy as needed. So far so good. Mostly, I'm doing the challenge to get over my over-spending grocery shopping habits.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
That’s a great idea! Let me know how your no-spend month goes!!
@RLC506 Жыл бұрын
Just find your channel and cheaper grocery hauls with delicious meals. Truthfully, l am in the "grandma stage of life" so my days for cooking for a family are long past. However, l watch Becky on Hillbilly Kitchen and trying to be more motivated to cook for just myself with healthier options. I can always share meals with others and save leftovers. You are a sweet, very energetic lady with a bubbly personality. As for Chris whistling the Andy Griffith theme song, my pastor at my church back home loves the Andy Griffith show and church members can check out the DVD's in the church library. I watched your New Year's Eve video getting ready for your party. Take a word of wisdom and gentle suggestion from an older gal. A simpler, quicker and less tiresome way to handle dinner before guests arrive is to put out slices of bread, ham, turkey, chopped up chicken or even bologna or whatever is handy in the fridge with lettuce, sliced tomatoes and onions, pickles, condiments, cold glasses of Daisy's(?) milk, store bought cookies, all on PAPER PLATES buffet style on table, bless the food, then kindly ask family, (which might even include Lane if you are brave and he is willing) to clean up their individual mess and throw away any trash. Plastic utensils are also a lifesaver for a big family only if you either dispose of them promptly or if you want to recycle for extra savings to the budget, stick them in a large Mason jar with soapy water in the wet sink to deal with later. God Bless!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
You are so sweet and precious! Thank you so much for that!! I am trying to learn to not sweat the house stuff and be comfortable with people seeing it as is. I will think of your suggestion next time we have folks over. Thank you ❤️❤️ Sorry you have to eat alone sometimes. I wish you were close and we could have dinner together ❤️. You are an encouragement to me. ❤️
@RLC506 Жыл бұрын
@@homemadesimplewithlori Thanks for your kind offer of sharing a meal with you! I really enjoy your videos, keep up the good work and what a joy to find a new friend on KZbin. And let us all be faithful to give God all the glory!
@marshawells6971 Жыл бұрын
I use squishy potatoes all the time. They have just started to dehydrate. I use a little extra liquid when I use potaotes that are soft.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Oh that’s so good to hear! Thank you for telling me!!!!
@amykirby9607 Жыл бұрын
Hi, you can just freeze carrot ends and peels and celery and onion trimmings, and when you get enough, make your veggie broth then
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Good idea! Thanks!!
@NOVAFrugalFamily Жыл бұрын
I always do that and the ends and outsides of the onions are good too because they also add color.
@op4rlb348 Жыл бұрын
This was a great help- thank you so much for posting your grocery list, and making the recipes for us to see! I cook cabbage with sausage often- with one small difference- I always slice a Granny Smith apple really thin,as well as an onion, sauté them in the pan I used to cook the sausage, and together they just make t so delicious!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I need to try that! Thanks
@jennakidder3016 Жыл бұрын
Currently stuck in the hospital for a day and your videos are getting me through. Love the budgeting tips and your little one climbing up the stairs made me laugh 😅❤.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
HA! I didn't even see him doing that while I was editing the video! I only saw it when I was doing my last pre-load check and it CRACKED ME UP! I hope you get better soon! sorry you're in the hospital.
@pjb2773 Жыл бұрын
Kudos for cooking with so many vegetables. I've always considered them the most important part of the diet.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I totally agree!
@lindab3249 Жыл бұрын
Onion and garlic skins are loaded with vitamins, so I save them to add to my stock as well. All the meal prep is very motivating! Thanks!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
What a great tip! Thank you!!
@lizmiller23415 ай бұрын
Nice video! Great ideas for saving money. Yet providing hearty nutritious meals.
@katez7412 Жыл бұрын
I love your channel!! Thanks for sharing and including the meal prep. My husband and kiddos are ready for some new meals on the cheap and I’ve been too exhausted to come up with anything else, but you make it look so simple and always have things they would enjoy! 🥰
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I get caught in a rut and my husband has been so thankful for me trying these new recipes 😂😂😂 He has really liked them all and we have both been surprised what you can do for under $100!
@donnac8052 Жыл бұрын
When I am in a hurry, I make open roast beef sandwiches w/ mashed potatoes. I look for coupons/sale at Arby’s for their roast beef sandwiches. I ask them to keep the meat and buns separate cause I don’t want soggy buns. I slice the roast beef in a pot and make a brown gravy - then heat. I make a quick instant potatoes package. Toast the buns. Place a bun on a plate, add mashed potatoes then the gravy w roast beef on top. Add a side of vegetable and serve. My teenage boys liked this quick and simple meal that was cheap.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
You’re smart!
@browneyedgirl425 Жыл бұрын
I'm with you on the love hate relationship with Walmart 😂 I actually like the Walmart near me as I recently moved to a medium sized town in middle GA so that's a plus! I really love all your recipes & how simple they are & not so many different spices & ingredients. Thank you for all your tips! 😊😍
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your sweet words of encouragement! Isn’t it strange how a small town Walmart is so much more pleasant!?!! After I recorded this video I have almost decided this is where I need to do my shopping for a while. I really liked it, which is a drastic change from my usual Walmart experience!! And I thought the prices were at least as affordable, if not more so, than the nearest aldi!
@hayleyj. Жыл бұрын
@@homemadesimplewithlori Yes! I’ve noticed prices at Aldi have gone up a lot. Sometimes Walmart is cheaper nowadays!
@melissamartin7273 Жыл бұрын
I make buttermilk with regular milk with a couple tablespoons of vinegar or lemon juice. Let sit for a few minutes
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
That is a great tip
@flyinhawaiian7226 Жыл бұрын
I just wanted to add a big thank you for all the work U put into this video. Its just me, but U have inspired me to get on a budget. I spend about 150 on food a week!! I prayed God would help me learn to budget and here you are! Thank you for yummy recipes. 😋
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Oh my heart!!! I’m so glad you told me that. I will try to put out as many of these as I can!! ❤️❤️
@roberthatchett1145 Жыл бұрын
I loved this video as well as the $55/week budget & recipes!!! Would love if you did more videos similar to this! :)
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I sure will try! Thanks for watching!!!
@patriciacorpe6228 Жыл бұрын
some great meal ideas.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you ❤️❤️❤️
@rhondamartin8956 Жыл бұрын
Thank you thank you so much! Absolutely love these videos. I'm so impressed with your budget friendly meals. they contain meat/protein, which is what a lot of budget friendly meals leave out :(. Not only are these meals cheap(er), they are also super simple! Please do it again!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I sure will!! Thank you so much!
@donnac8052 Жыл бұрын
I home can chopped tomatoes and use them during the winter on tacos or burritos. It is cheaper than buying the green house tomatoes in the veggie section at the box stores.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I hope to have a successful garden this year so I can do this! Let’s hope for the best 😂
@make_prep Жыл бұрын
I love making my own veggie stock..I have a gallon size freezer bag in my freezer that I throw all my veggie scraps in..Once it's full I make up a big old pot and pressure canned up it for our pantry..I add a couple bay leaves, a few peppercorns and a tbsp of turmeric powder into the cooking stock. So yummy! So glad I found your channel..
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Such a good idea! Thanks for watching and for sharing!!
@sherrysawyer6819 Жыл бұрын
Just saw your channel and I am so thankful because I can tell you care about your family and what you do. Subscribing now. Thank you for the excellent recipes and I absolutely love that I hear real sounds from a real home and not something fake! Blessings to you and your family! ❤️
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thanks for subbing! It’s a real home for sure…a real noisy one at that 😂
@loriketring345 Жыл бұрын
Enjoyed your video. Thanks for sharing your tips. Thumbs up to you and your channel. Peace
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@sharonnoble979 Жыл бұрын
I am subscribing to your channel. I have watched multiple channels for real help with healthy budget friendly recipes. Until your's I have been unsuccessful! Well done young lady!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Awwww. Thank you so much! I really appreciate you saying that! ❤️❤️
@tinacrapson5640 Жыл бұрын
I would buy regular carrots instead of baby carrots. The cost saving is significant, they keep much longer, and only take minutes to wash, peel, and cut into sticks. Plus, the scraps can be used for veggie broth.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I checked and didn’t see the price difference here in my store but that is a good tip about the scraps!!
@EyreEver Жыл бұрын
Love watching.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@robinsnell80822 ай бұрын
There is a way to save your garlic skins and turn it into garlic powder I found you tonight I love how you make a lot of your recipes from scratch and it all looks so delicious TFS love from Wisconsin ❤❤❤
@homemadesimplewithlori2 ай бұрын
Really??? I will check it out. That would be so helpful to use scraps for seasoning!
@paulahendley33705 ай бұрын
Not the best always comes out being the best
@carolynmorris1908 Жыл бұрын
first time viewer! I'm thrilled I came across your channel. Can't wait to catch up on your other videos :)
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Oh yay!! Thank you so much!!
@taracriste1 Жыл бұрын
Great tips and recipes. I never used to save my bacon grease but I totally do now. They bring such good flavor to collards, grits, soups, I think it's a great idea! And my mother in law LOVES Andy Griffith show, oh my I think she's seen every episode five times or more. She's 91 bless her heart. God bless you!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Bacon grease is so good! There’s a reason the old timers saved it! We need to learn from them! And if she is only on her 5th watch of each episode, she’s behind 😂😂😂😂 I know he has watched it a million times and counting 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Thank you for watching, friend ❤️❤️
@marjorierussell867 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for writing out the recipes. I made the Ham and Potato Bake last night and it was a huge hit for my family. Please keep sharing your frugal meal ideas. 😃
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
You’re so welcome! It makes me so happy that y’all tried it and liked it!!!! Yippee!!!!!
@tablefullofjoy5072 Жыл бұрын
I just love all your money saving menus and grocery trips!! My Hubby loves cheesy grits with a slice of ham and a fried egg on top!!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
He eats good!!!! Thanks for watching and for the encouraging words! They mean a lot. ❤️❤️
@tablefullofjoy5072 Жыл бұрын
@@homemadesimplewithlori you’re welcome!! 💜💜
@karensmith1243 Жыл бұрын
Super meal plan for cold winter days. Can't wait to try the recipes. Garlic peeler tip is awesome...ordered one right away! Thanks for all your inspiration, Lori 😊
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Oh yay! I hope you like it! I was AMAZED!
@sirbatsgaming1431 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos. Very natural and honest. Wish you and your family happiness and health
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@paulahendley33705 ай бұрын
Love my grits with jelly and an egg
@rachelmaples9692 Жыл бұрын
I love your southern accent! And your grocery ideas. I don't see snack items on your list. Does your family snack?
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
yeah. we snack a lot....but I didn't add that to these videos. Friday's video is going to sort of touch on that subject!
@sherryragsdale95716 ай бұрын
New subbie here, just found you last night and fell asleep watching so had to replay and watch this am. Like the way you went to the trouble of putting full recipes up. Im from central Arkansas and im a sugar and butter grits girl. Also grew up on chocolate gravy and homemade biscuits.
@homemadesimplewithlori6 ай бұрын
Welcome to HMS!!! Thanks for watching!!
@clairepeterson9196 Жыл бұрын
In fact, you should make a whole budget-friendly cookbook.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
You’re sweet. Thanks for the compliment!!!If my family was to read that they would probably get a good belly laugh 😂😂😂 But, maybe one day I will! Sounds like a fun life goal!!
@keshaheffron4425 Жыл бұрын
Never knew that about the cheese! Thank you for letting me know that. I buy the pre-shredded all the time, and never thought about how it melts as opposed to the block cheese. You learn something new everyday!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Yay! I’m glad I could help! Thanks for watching!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I like your profile pic. ❤️❤️
@kathyhaynes6818 Жыл бұрын
I'm a Southern Belle too, and so glad to find your channel. I look forward to trying these budget friendly meals.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you’re here!! Thanks!!
@emilynewman7997 Жыл бұрын
you are so awesome and truly making meaningful content, thank you so much!!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
You made my day!!!! Thank you so much for your encouragement ❤️❤️
@reneegoncalves6256 Жыл бұрын
My family is not a fan of grits, so i buy cooking oats, and i add cinnamon, fresh berries & and sugar-free pancake syrup. Also, make homemade protein bars using cooking oats, peanut butter, and sugar-free syrup.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Yum! I think I like oats better too!
@muwgrad1987 Жыл бұрын
Love these ideas! I am also a southerner but we're savory grits eaters! There's a diversity of tastes in the region we call home -- all great!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Ha! Yes and I love me some cheese grits too!
@katinthehat_81 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy watching your videos. Like other comments, I REALLY live the fact that you use real food most of the time. Real hardy, good nutritious meals.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@dianefrohwerk7494 Жыл бұрын
To peel garlic all you need to do is cut the ends off and then bang the garlic with the flat side of a knife.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
👍🏻
@jodiedillehay8845 Жыл бұрын
These all sound delish thank you 🎉🎉❤
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! Thanks!
@marjorierussell867 Жыл бұрын
Just found your channel. I am loving watching your inspiring videos about healthy and frugal meals. Thanks for showing shopping to completed meal.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!!
@emusaurus Жыл бұрын
I like how you shop. If it's not on special, you don't buy it or find a cheaper alternative. I do the same thing. I just can't justify paying full price for certain things
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
❤️❤️
@roxannejohnston3311 Жыл бұрын
Great job sticking to your budget and making delicious meals
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
@gailgulliver8970 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your time and share of some great budget meals and also to include all the recipes for them it was great to watch you put them together, also I have never used the bean button on my instant pot but now I will lots of best wishes for your future vlogs from the U.K....xxx
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!! My family loves visiting your country and hope to make it back sometime ❤️❤️❤️
@gabrielleangelica1977 Жыл бұрын
I call it Stone Porridge! Put a fruit, vegetable, protein and carb in a pot 🍲 and you have a blessed meal...
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Hmmmmm. I need to try that. Do You have a favorite combination?
@gabrielleangelica1977 Жыл бұрын
@@homemadesimplewithlori Lemon, frozen vegetables, beans and rice 🍚... whatever is in your fridge or pantry.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Very interesting? Where are you from? I’m going to guess the UK or somewhere near since you called it Stone Porridge. I’m probably WAY off 🙃
@gabrielleangelica1977 Жыл бұрын
@@homemadesimplewithlori NYC 🗽... there's a children's fable called Stone Soup. A cat gets a meal by telling the village he had a stone that will make a delicious dinner. However, he needs: anyone have carrots? Potatoes? Onions? Ham bones? Apples? And in the end they all eat.
@amominah Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@clairepeterson9196 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this content! I have already gotten many good ideas from you. I would love to see your weekly meal plans with recipes on paper.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I am planning to share a weekly meal plan beginning in February! Stay tuned!!!
@jamiesartori9365 Жыл бұрын
I am branching out of my normal KZbin mom's who do videos on meal planning, shopping, and cooking on a budget. I absolutely love that you do so much from scratch! I try to do that as much as possible because it really makes a difference in the long run for taste and cost. Currently my family is stationed at Ft Benning but live in Alabama and man, if we had some chickens and cows it would be a money saver! Milk is $4.55 on a usual week in Alabama where we are, but drive thirty minutes to Georgia and you spend $1.55 on milk. I just subscribed to your channel and will be watching more videos ❤️
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Wow. That’s a big difference! Thank you for your family’s sacrifice for mine. I appreciate your service ❤️ I’m gonna plan a video about having animals and the cost analysis! I’m excited about that one!
@donnamcmullan2027 Жыл бұрын
This is so cool..im not but 30 minutes from Columbus, Ga myself..and your so right on the cost of milk and dont forget the eggs..omg they are outrageous..i stopped in DG 2 days ago to grab a dozen and they were 3.95 I was like..holy cow..there are still cheaper than the grocery store!
@sheliapeters2082 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing these great recipes. They look delicious and I love about how to show how to shop and see tips. Love watching your channel grow. Love it I can't wait to watch the pantry one next . Enjoy your week .
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thanks for being such a wonderful voice of support for me and the channel. It means a lot to me!!!! ❤️❤️
@amyjohnson7527 Жыл бұрын
Girl! I’m so proud of you!!!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
You’re so sweet
@michellepowell3067 Жыл бұрын
such a great idea
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!!
@1jmass Жыл бұрын
These dishes do look so good. Thanks for sharing. Is there a reason you do not use the celery leaves? I find they are full of flavor, and I especially enjoy them uncooked and used in salads. Not just green salads, but in tuna salad, chicken salad, pasta salad and such. I am glad to see other people have “ingredient gremlins” in their kitchens. Yours enjoyed potatoes, but mine seem to prefer fruit and pretty much anything I am saving for future meals.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
I really had no idea you could use them 😂. Someone else asked the same thing! I guess it’s one of those things like “that’s how my mama did it” 😂😂😂
@kaelynnmartin6521 Жыл бұрын
Oh I want the celery tops! Too good to make broth. Make a salad with them
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
REALLY?!?!? I have never heard of that!! I will get brave and try it next time!!!
@nanaof6babies Жыл бұрын
I drop them into my soups towards the end of cook time to add some color.
@aprilinalabama9074 Жыл бұрын
New subscriber from Alabama ❤... Great job 😁👍
@homemadesimplewithlori11 ай бұрын
Hey neighbor!! Welcome to the channel. Thanks for subscribing!! ❤️
@aprilneho6165 Жыл бұрын
Wow, I love that you have vegetables. Impressive.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
❤️❤️❤️
@MyFavoriteColorIsBLUE Жыл бұрын
A quick tutorial on how you debone your chicken would be wonderful. Thanks
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Well. There’s a reason I didn’t show it in the video 😂😂😂😂 it was pretty much a disaster 😂 BUT! I’m gonna learn to do better and then I will!! ❤️❤️
@Laura_0708 Жыл бұрын
I will try these!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy! Thanks for watching!
@SuzanneU Жыл бұрын
It's so good to see means that aren't beans-and-something!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Ha! Thanks
@samaholderfield1518 Жыл бұрын
Great Job!!!
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@Lidiasfamilylife Жыл бұрын
You’re meals look delicious! Love all the great ideas.
@homemadesimplewithlori Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊
@johnbrooks8258 Жыл бұрын
Our local walmart stores seem to be trashed frequently, have out dated stock, empty shelves, and are a waste of time. We shop in local stores that are not trashed.