A Whole WEEK of LARGE FAMILY FOOD! What Does a Family of 9 Eat?

Come check out what our large family of 9 eats during a typical week! We enjoy eating fruits and vegetables that we grow in our gardens and meats that we raise on our homestead. We also love meals made from whole foods that are made from scratch, but we have plenty of fun treats too. There's a LOT of food in this video! Come along with us on a busy week full of homeschool events, a family hayride, pressure canning, and just homesteading large family life in general! (Scroll down to see all the videos that were referenced in the video!)
What We Eat in a Week! (October 2023)
• LARGE FAMILY Meals - F...
LARGE FAMILY Homemade PIZZA!
• Homemade PIZZA for our...
Homemade BREAD from Freshly Ground Wheat and Spelt
• Large Family Food: Hom...
Biscuits and Gravy with Janice and Sarah
• LARGE FAMILY Biscuits ...
Homemade Sausage Seasoning, Taco Seasoning, and Baking Powder
• Homemade Sausage Seaso...
Preserving Fresh Eggs by Water Glassing
• Water Glassing Eggs fo...
Pesto Salmon from Basil That We Grew on our Farm! (Pesto Recipe)
• Farm to Freezer: PESTO...
Company's Coming! - A DITL Video (7 Layer Salad with Homemade Mayo recipe!)
• Company's Coming! A Bu...
Trim Healthy Mama recipes in this video:
Egg Roll in a Bowl -- Trim Healthy Mama Cookbook p. 62
Pay Off Day Brownies -- Trim Healthy Table p. 401
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Ozark Family Homestead
1899 N. Westwood Blvd. Ste. C
PMB 256
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
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Our family:
Shawn - 52 (October 1st)
Janice - 46 (June 12th)
Samuel - 18 (March 9th)
Sarah - 16 (December 1st)
Andrew - 14 (November 24th)
David - 12 (June 1st)
Anna - 10 (July 11th)
Abigail - 8 (May 30th)
Rebekah - 2 (January 1st)

[@ozarkfamilyhomestead]

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[@jennifersutton3895]

I just added the herb scissors to my cart!

[@ozarkfamilyhomestead]

@@jennifersutton3895 Oh yay!!! Thank you so much for supporting our family, Jennifer! 💕

[@susanwilliams1881]

Hi Janice you and family are a joy to watch

[@Tia-vj9ox]

Some young women are going to thank you for teaching your young men to cook! Your children are all so skillful and equipped to be productive people! Good work!❤❤❤

[@amsodoneworkingnow1978]

My son insisted that he too helped in kitchen. He went on to become a first class chef in the British Diplomatic corps. He went on to the met as an armed protection officer. He has actually cooked for the several members of the Royal Family he has worked with today when the whole family members gather its an argument about who cooks when .

[@user-nl4nh7rf4p]

One of my boys insisted on learning how to cook. He turned out to be the one that loves cooking, although both boys cook supper because they have working wives. The other son is more likely to crock pot or grill. The son that has always loved to cook is into sous vide cooking now. Lol

[@npl3533]

The fact that you forget to film meals shows that your family and daily life is more important than youtube and that is A GOOD THING!! ❤

[@reneewooten551]

I just want to say I just love your family we need more family's like you

[@victoriafinch660]

I found you through Jenny Apple. She cooked healthy meal, exercised and never smoked but she got lung cancer. She passed away this Sunday. Keep her family in your prayers!

[@CaliMishell]

I’m so in love with your family. Your children are all so kind and helpful. They work hard and clearly love their big family. Your patience and organization really keep the clock ticking. Thanks for all you share with us viewers. You’re are instilling all of the right values in these beautiful children you brought into the world. I look forward to all of your videos

[@Sealife834]

Everybody needs a Sara in their family! Thank you for this fun video.

[@dduntz1587]

Wood stove makes a home so cozy

[@judykelly5358]

Lots of content, editing the video must have been a LOT of work, so thank you ! - Shawn's input was appreciated as well xx

[@ozarkfamilyhomestead]

Yes, Samuel worked extra-hard on this one! :)

[@NYSESTRA]

Sarah is an awesome big sister ❤

[@tinahiggins5789]

Your family is so sweet

[@monicalogsdon]

Hi Ozark family Everytime I watch your children I'm so impressed by how kind and polite and happy they are. They are so sweet. Baby Rebecca is such a beautiful baby. All the food looks delicious, I can't wait to try your pizza crust recipe, although I will cut it in 1/4 for just me and my husband. Love your family ❤

[@lisaharrigan1370]

Awesome guitar, Anna! The family gathering sounded like a lot of fun! I'm surprised that Shawn made chili with all the left over chili you have! All the food looked great!

[@user-nl4nh7rf4p]

I used to tell my kids that I could tell exactly what was said in their homes by what how their children acted and spoke. Now I'm going to tell you guys, Janice and Shawn, it's very easy to see what your values are, how you speak to your children and how children are treated in your home just by watching your videos. You can't fake good parenting! Even Rebekah is very much unspoiled for being the baby. She eats what everybody else is eating and dosn't complain. And she's easily re-directed. Of course, she has a Mama who's a pro at re-directing childrens' attention by now! lol I just love watching your videos, no matter what they're about. It's wonderful to see well-behaved, unspoiled children.

[@crystalwilson161]

You said it all. That’s why I just love their family

[@Natalie-ym8pj]

I love these videos they are my favorite!! Is it just me or do salads look better when someone else fixes them lol

[@judycook7073]

So glad to see you guys doing your family week menu's. You are a great mom, teaching your boys and girls (especially Sarah) how to help with food and everything else they do. I love your family. You guys are such a blessing. So glad l got to meet you all at the meet and greet.

[@karynsweitzer295]

You’re baby’s is so smart and beautiful. Your children are so precious and beautiful.

[@ellenyates3277]

Sarah is amazing!! I cringe to think about what I was out doing at her age. I didn’t even know how to make up my own bed let alone cook anything!

[@amsodoneworkingnow1978]

At her age I had married bringing our wedding forward by three years due to a family members terminal diagnosis. Of course we got the fingers counting and comments about how we have ruined our live and it will never last. Well 54years later and after we both achieved double degrees becoming university lecturers in different universities and fields ( both universities are international known older established universities in UK. Now retired and enjoying the pleasure of having time together. Not a single regret would do it all again tomorrow

[@christinamillington2342]

Anna that guitar is amazing. You're so creative. Xxx

[@margaretfiggs2606]

Janice I hope you feel better soon. Loved your little table for your room to put your computer o n. Nice.

[@Niamhbuck8]

I just love Abigail’s smiley face, she so reminds me of my daughter Niamh. I think they are similar in age, Niamh will be 8 in December ❤️

[@user-ox7fv4bi9z]

Anna, you did a good job making the guitar. I would eat the pizza for breakfast, lunch and supper. Enjoying this video.

[@Tammy-ib2zj]

Just wanted to say hello to all the family ❤

[@ozarkfamilyhomestead]

Hi Tammy! :)

[@karynsweitzer295]

I love your beautiful angels you are so blessed 😇 God sent you such precious children. They say Leaves dont fall far from the trees you certainly are a special mother God bless you 1 million times over embrace your children they surely are gifts from Jesus.

[@ellenmoon1787]

All the food at your family hayride looks so yummy

[@margaretfiggs2606]

Your family is very helpful in all aspects of the home life and chores. They smile all the time, they look like they really like helping each other.😊

[@lindylou1111]

This video made me so hungry! 🙂Lol I love your whole family! You all are a blessing to all of us!

[@judyjenna-pilot553]

These are always my favorite videos, these and the unboxing. Oh and day in a life 😀. Janice your table looks stunning with those beautiful fall color flowers from your farm. . I just love your entire FAMILY ❤️

[@shirleystrong2122]

Love the videos of the meals! Look like all enjoy and filled their tummys!

[@thetapequeen5489]

I love how the whole family takes part in making your meals. You had my mouth watering. Anna's guitar is amazing. she's very creative.💜

[@cindyeastbourn7642]

Love your family, you all warm my heart. Life was simple too when I was growing up on the farm. I am a Grandma now, but you help me remember.

[@firechic5941]

All the food looks so delicious. Love love these videos.

[@leteakeapitt9569]

I love watching videos

[@leahas6418]

Have been binge watching Ur videos.... And I have to say....kudos to Sarah! I am so proud of the young lady she is....and I'm not even her mother 😂 She is a beautiful wonderful woman...im not even half of what she is as a homemaker and I'm 38 😂 I can only imagine how proud U must feel ever day! You have done well mamma raising your little ones....be proud 🎉 Bless you all ❤

[@karenpowell2828]

Growing up we were required to eat what was put on the table, period. There were only two meals we weren't required to eat - liver (yum) and smelt (yuck). I wondered what you do if your kids absolutely disliked something? I'm amazed at how easy going your children are when it comes to eating -- especially Rebekah.

[@SusanBishop555]

Oh my gosh...so much good food! I made 2 extra trips to the refrigerator because you guys made me soooo hungry! 😆😍. Biggest Hugs and Love. 😍😘🤗 Susan from Michigan. I am going to rewatch this video it is so fun!

[@micheleadams1150]

I have watched all of your old videos I enjoyed them all your a wonderful family 🙂

[@ozarkfamilyhomestead]

Oh, thank you so, so much, Michele! We sure do appreciate the kind comment! :)

[@HomesteadKitchen8]

I was just watching the old whole week of large family food videos and then this got posted 😂 I was wondering when are you posting a new video so decided to rewatch the old ones. You read my mind 😅

[@ozarkfamilyhomestead]

I love that we're on the same wavelength! :)

[@starrgriffin7360]

I love your family but I just couldn't eat those eggs and I'm old. I know it's all in my mind lol, but I just couldn't 😂

[@user-nl4nh7rf4p]

Omg, that floor is beautiful! Everytime I see it, I just love it. Can you or one of the children set an alarm on your phone or their watches to help remind you of when it's time to film? Cheri

[@user-xd3xv3vi7l]

It's nice to see your son's cooking

[@janmking1]

I love your wood stove !

[@erinnola-raised6543]

Sarah’s Buttermilk Biscuits, Yes Please!!

[@patriciawhite1041]

So glad you all had a wonderful time is nice to have a family time GOD BLESS YOU ALL 🙏❤️

[@MissLady-pq4hc]

Anna , good job on your guitar.👍🏼❤️

[@serendipitysmiles777]

Yayyyyy....my favorite video!! I'll be commenting as I watch and let you see my "excitement" in receiving your wonderful content and family fun.

[@denisedonaldson5825]

Hello from NE Arkansas!! So glad I found you! Love your family. I’ll be binge watching for sure. Woke up at 3, couldn’t sleep and came across your channel ❤️🤗

[@michellenelson11]

Aldi has those chocolate butter cookies. We love them! It makes me happy to see your children helping in the kitchen. All of our children love to cook. We love seeing so many similarities in your family and ours. ❤

[@doloreswilson6698]

Great video. Lots of yummy food

[@barbaramarkham4736]

Thank you Janice for a wonderful video. I adore your family. The food looks great, I love to see what you cook. Bless all of you. I’ve almost got everybody’s name correct. 🙏🏻♥️

[@marcysfillet1]

One way to keep from forgetting to film is to set a timer on your phone. Enjoying ur channel!

[@melissagahn]

I was doing chores and things like this when I was a kid. We had 5 acres, my dad's garden, 5 cows a chicken and baby chicks and a pig to take care of. We helped my step mother clean and cook (in the house) and took turns with animal care (pigs aren't always fun to take care of) and yard work, (the garden, the lawn),lol. It's nice to see your children, being responsible and helpful. They don't seem to complain about anything. Very unspoiled. You and your husband should be commended for how you raise them. :)

[@user-nl4nh7rf4p]

The children have definitely been raised with a strong work ethic and a desire to learn. I wish we had more citizens like the ones they are going to be someday. You mentioned garden and lawn work, reminded me that I'm so old I can remember using a pair of scissors to trim around my parents' trees and house! Talk about blisters! After that I always wore gloves.

[@melissagahn]

@@user-nl4nh7rf4p I had to do the same. Dad saw my blisters and went out and bought gloves for us to use. Our friends at school thought we were being mistreated but we weren't. We actually loved learning and doing. The best part was eating what we planted knowing that we did that. It was such a great life! :)

[@user-nl4nh7rf4p]

@@melissagahn Yes, I can't remember exactly but I started wearing gloves after that. I think my parents probably got me some, because I didn't know what the blisters were from. I can remember showing my hands to my mother and asking her what the blisters were! Lol

[@melissagahn]

@@user-nl4nh7rf4p Wow. I was weirded out too. Young, had never seen blisters before, I thought I had some weird disease. Dad said, "No baby, those are blisters, for hard work." He was good to us. :)

[@Niamhbuck8]

Wow, all that food at your family gathering! You must have a huge family!

[@serendipitysmiles777]

I've already watched the PIZZA video and those look absolutely delicious!!!!!

[@papawnanasaveslovesnlife9530]

Hey 👋👋 Ozark family , All this food 👀looks so 🤤😋 yummy yall ❤❗... Thanks for sharing your lives n family n food with us Janice 😇❗... Youre a blessing to us all friend , Stay blessed n bunches of 💞❤💞 love to yall 🙏😇❗... Till next time 👋👋👋 ~Kentucky NaNa~😊

[@jennifersutton3895]

This is always my favorite video! Maybe while you’re filming this video, you could leave yourself notes or reminders of some sort, in a place that you know you’ll see it before meals

[@chrisroper8979]

That's funny I am actually sitting here eating some of the cookies

[@erinfox208]

I was wondering what egg roll in a bowl is.. I think you guys should write out a cook book! I love making simple but creative recipes! Love you guys!!

[@lizetearruda3196]

What a great video I love these kinds of videos. You have such a beautiful Family all working together as a team Love your Family May God continue Blessing your Family.

[@karencobley1862]

love the way you get the last of the maple syrup out - I do this too - also ketchups and stuff - waste not -want not

[@jeannetaylor2217]

Hi Janice, I see so much YUMMY HERE❤. I’m 69 yrs old and I still love fluff er nutter andwiches❤ Have your children ever had one?? My kid’s loved them!! 💕🙏🙏. I guess I’m behind the times😮😮. Can you please share what “EGG ROLL in a BOWL” is? 🤔🤔. OMGOSH!!! Those are my AND my 96 yr old father’s Absolute favorite cookies ❤. We can only find them at ALDI and I buy them by the case!! Isn’t that CRAZY 😜😜 LOL. Forget every time😩 to tell you, I have the very same table cloth you have on your table. 😍

[@lindamackin1762]

Tasty looking meals ..Great video.

[@trishthedish2790]

Boy those wife an hubbys will thank you

[@micheleadams1150]

Yum your breakfast looks delicious 😀

[@user-wp9bq5do6j]

Love your videos and love your sweet family. Please keep making more videos. I’m learning so much.

[@ozarkfamilyhomestead]

Thank you so very much for the sweet comment! :) You made me smile!

[@edithjohnson6835]

Love this family. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@maryarcher8484]

Maybe you could set your alarm for when you want to do your filming

[@ozarkfamilyhomestead]

That would definitely help! :)

[@maryarcher8484]

@@ozarkfamilyhomestead Just a thought. Probably kinda selfish on my part, thinking in that way I wouldn't miss anything lol. Love you guys!

[@AbidaS0301]

Hi happy new year 🎉 ✨ 🤗. Frugal family favorite 👪 lo v.u all .Live and kicking .yummy frugal meals 😋. Lov.watching ❤blessu and family all .in 2024😊❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@davisange]

Love the video, you have amazing helpers. Anna did a good job with her guitar 🎸. I love the family gathering food as well. Thanks Sam for editing and updating this video, you did good 😊👏🏽

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

Hi Janis and family. Love to you all. Fun video.

[@janmking1]

I love to watch you guys eat ,and cook

[@Pinkkermit17]

Egg roll in a bowl looks like a deconstructed Runza ( without the roll to stuff it in ) . Looks great

[@ritaslade2989]

I truly enjoyed watching God Bless You all😊

[@jojo-tz2ym]

I love the weekly meals videos

[@brendarobertson2145]

Fun video, Thank you

[@TheYahtzee1987]

I just love watching your videos.

[@janmking1]

You got some good cooks in your family ! Now I know why you’re such a goos cook !

[@silvialivick3034]

I know how you can remember,since I take it that you don’t have an alexa,you could set your phone timer or stove timer 1/2 hr before or ten minute before then it’ll remind you..❤❤😊

[@suzannehanna9582]

Yummy! Great eats. So fun to watch.

[@kristenbetthel1072]

Love this ❤

[@johnconway4161]

great video guys

[@alexisoviedo100]

Great video 😊

[@Isadaya-]

I just love your lifestyle your truly bless to have the life you have.

[@Sweetrottenapple]

I really enjoy these meals of the week videos ❤Your kids are so so precious :) Beautiful family! My favorite "frozen meal" is pierogi. It takes time to make it for a big family but it is cheap, and oh so delicious. Your girls can help to make them ahead of time and it just has to be cooked up in boiling water and then fried up a bit in butter. I think you all would love it! Lots of love to you and your family ❤

[@luhkjayfrmgbfanpage1996]

I admire you and family ❤❤

[@vickymyprayergarden6846]

I always enjoy you week meals ! They are so interesting , entertaining , , or makes me nosey 😆 , thumbs up of course , I am now hungry lol . love to all from North Carolina

[@maegardnermills4292]

My husband and I are eating. Great entertainment and learned skills. I am glad Anna went to the Lady's meeting, too. What do you do in that meeting?

[@AnwarNieninqe]

YEEEEEEEEEEEES!! 🥳🥳🥳 You made my day! I'm SO happy! 🥰 Thank you so so much! 😘

[@ozarkfamilyhomestead]

I'm so happy that you're happy!!! :)

[@kristivandenberg6339]

Now I am hungry!😊

[@karynsweitzer295]

Go and have a day of beauty my beautiful friend you Deserve it you have a beautiful face you need to be pampered God bless you. Take Lovely Sara with you.

[@GrandmaSharla]

This video is so funny. Remind mom to video. And everyone forgets. Thst is hard to do with seven if them. I have the sizzlers and love them. Tell Anna great job on the guitar. Shawn remembered good job !!

[@cindyeastbourn7642]

Set the timer on the stove to go off about the time your meals are?

[@shirleyperry8593]

So snug. Fires on. Must be cold ❤❤

[@BEVJERRYJOHNSON]

Love your meals! Love your sweet family!

[@ozarkfamilyhomestead]

We love you too! :)

[@kristaclark4950]

Andrew and Samuel look so much alike that I can only tell them apart because Andrew wears glasses 🙂

[@serendipitysmiles777]

I got so involved watching that I didn't comment as much as intended but that was thoroughly enjoyable indeed!!!

[@Nins-niche67]

Shawn at our house we call that kind of chili hobo chili but we put diced onion in it too

[@tammysarrazin-ux9tv]

try the wings with ginger turmeric and pepper with oil baked in the oven they are great tasting too hugsssss

[@Myfavorites877]

Now I see where all the cheese you buy goes! 😂Those salads looked deliciously cheesy.

[@PaulaMoody-tx9lo]

Have you ever used water chestnuts in that layered salad. They are so good.

[@ozarkfamilyhomestead]

I haven't, but I'm definitely willing to try it, Paula! :)