Cooking from our Basement Grocery Store, & Spreadable Cheese Recipe

[@AmyLouiseDens]

I'm an older woman. One of my observations about homekeeping is this: If a woman gardens, cooks, cans, and cleans, a gym membership is unnecessary. Instead, she needs a good stretch, a massage, and hugs and kisses! Thank you for your top notch teaching and inspiration, Ruth Ann ❤

[@Sandi1202]

I agree 💯. I too am an older woman and I tell my girls this often. This is why our moms didn’t need to go to the gym.

[@bonneymoseley1159]

I agree 100%

[@mnchop8503]

Yes! My friends often wonder how I stay in shape when I don't "work out." There's no need for it with everything I do, plus a full-time job. Oh, and hobbies like bike rides and walking my dog too!

[@debp9483]

Its the " farm gym"

[@Sandi1202]

@@mnchop8503 yes! And hiking and swimming. I am 71 and retired now so I have more time. I don’t get enough sun in my garden area so I have some ten gallon grow bags on wagons that I move to follow the sun. 😆. It gets me in the sun and a great workout!

[@vickihogan8207]

anybody else have issues with the audio? Seems to be a delay... How gratifying to see your food all home grown and processed! Curious though if you ever make a salad or green veggie to go with your pasta dishes? I so appreciate you share Winston with us all the time! I miss my baby grand babies!

[@sallynason3282]

Yes i noticed the voice didn't match up

[@jenniferbower2545]

Yes!❤

[@LisaB_at_Pine_Ridge]

lol - thought it was just me! I’ll take RAZ a word or two (or ten😂❤😂) delayed any day!

[@suseyq4559]

At 2:40, the audio corrects.

[@ByulSo]

Same

[@RM-of3bo]

I really enjoy how you incorporate clips from previous videos into the current one because it makes each story complete. For example, you show the boys milking the cow to demonstrate where the milk comes from for the cheese. Or you show snippets of the tomato harvest for the sauce you will use in the lasagne. As always…fantastic videos from you. You are the real thing, ma’am! God bless you and your beautiful family.

[@Ruthannzimm]

Thank you!!!

[@RM-of3bo]

@ I’m so excited to try your cheese recipes and hope they will turn out okay using pasteurized milk, as I don’t have access to any beautiful raw milk. You mentioned about letting the ricotta drain hard and slicing it. That has really motivated me because I think it may possibly be what the ladies in our community made when I was a child. Except they called it cheese spread. At least, I’m hoping it’s the same thing. I never got to watch them make it, so I didn’t learn that one. I do remember that it was always in loaf pans, though, and that it had been baked so that the top and sides were crispy and browned. Once cooled, they would slice it and put it on a grilled cheese sandwich. Yum!

[@icecreamfever123]

Hope to try making cheese in the near future. Looking forward for your coming cookbook!😊

[@lsolarin1]

This was an excellent vlog this week. I’m inspired to make cheese but I don’t have access to fresh milk. Can you make it with store bought milk? What’s the difference in the product and process?

[@RataPerry]

​@@RM-of3bo Sounds wonderful.

[@asiajo1010]

I can not wait to have my hands on that book RuthAnn! I hope your family truly feels how blessed we feel to have yalls time, yalls knowledge, and the love you pour into this community youve built

[@jscasecase471]

I love watching your videos. Fellow Iowan here. Been canning and keeping a well stocked pantry for years. You know your raising your kids right when they tell you, “Mom, you have too many empty jars, you need to fill them back up.”. I’ve been using my canned goods a lot and am thankful I had them to use. My husband is recovering from open heart surgery and being able to pull things off my shelves to cook instead of having to rely on running to the store. Keep up the great ideas for your audience.

[@jeanhecker4533]

The baby is so cute and so good for his grandma. 😊

[@natalialopes719]

What a wonderful lasagna you made. All home grown and homemade ingredients so you know there are no chemicals or additives. I have dabbled in cheese making and love it. Wish I could’ve raised my family this way. Very wholesome way of life.

[@teresamcc8127]

Yet another fantastic tutorial intertwined with scenes of your awesome family! And I just love your new introduction giving praise to Our Father!! Stay warm…love from Minnesota!

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

There are sure a lot of Minnesotans here ❤ I’m a transplant but been here for over 40 yrs, when winter gets like this I always question myself, “why do I live here” ? But I love the lakes and trees and I’m nestled right among them and I do love the change of seasons ❤ Stay warm !

[@karensteigerwald3926]

The little boys have grown so much! What a pleasure to watch your family. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@mistyriennett5902]

Looking forward to adding your book to my library. 🙏🌞

[@StephanieMcCamon]

Me too. 😊❤

[@brendaswafford8439]

You are such a true blessing Iam so happy i found your channel thank you for being a good teacher God Bless

[@pamelajones4412]

I just love all the details you give us when making something

[@gwenmurillo1093]

I want several copies of that book to give as gifts. I can't wait! Thanks for always taking the time to teach us!

[@BemidjiGal]

Me too! People are shocked when they hear I made my own "cream of _" soups, butter, yogurt, mozzarella, etc.... And then I realize that so much of my confidence and so many recipes are inspired by Ruthann. I thank God for her.

[@ByulSo]

Same!! I want to get one for my sister.

[@robertamead3687]

Thank you for a lesson in patience. Such a wonderful teacher. Have a warm cozy weekend.

[@behappy6513]

What a blessing you are to teach us so many things. I would love to make cheese. But I'm the only one in the house who really eats it. I'm so looking forward to the cookbook. Your grandson is growing so fast.. so sweet..

[@BemidjiGal]

Hadassah - thank you thank you for sharing your pull-apart bread recipe! I can't wait to try it, it looks absolutely delicious!!

[@krickette5569]

I got Excited when I saw that!

[@BKayK755]

Oh my goodness RuthAnn, you work so hard! You’re such a blessing to your family. I thoroughly love watching your videos! I wish I could eat your delicious looking food, 😋my mouth is always watering when you’re cooking or baking. 😂 Love ALL of your content. Again, thank you for sharing. God bless you and your adorable family!

[@reglindiseckhardt9777]

I am amazed that your little grandson will sit on the counter so quietly.

[@katie7748]

One of my children would sit still and quiet like that as a baby...but not the others LOL

[@Ruthannzimm]

Yes. He’s very attentive and focused.

[@janicew6222]

I would love to sit at your table! Everything always looks delicious and made with love. Blessings.

[@DebbieSiever]

O my that looks so good I love your channel can’t wait until you put another one up I just love how your family lives

[@amymeier1239]

Thank you for sharing yourself and your family each Saturday! May God continue to bless you all!

[@normaesteva3698]

Ms. Ruth Ann, thank you for sharing your cheese making methods. I will try to make both cheeses. I grew up in a family that never learned to make homemade breads, baking goods, canning, etc. They totally depended on getting all the food (vegetables, fruits, cheeses, etc.) from the supermarket. I taught myself to bake, sew, embroider, canning, gardening, etc. Love your channel. It helps me learn more and improve my skills.

[@shannon.N]

I ordered the Organic Animal Rennet, as well as the Calcium Chloride from New England Cheese making Supply Company. I’m looking forward to making cheese for the first time. Thank you Ruthann.

[@christileach4644]

Thank you, RuthAnn! I just wanted to say that I enjoyed that shot of your busy kitchen. ❤ Another wonderful video.

[@janetfaircloth208]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful family.

[@joancurtis8259]

What a great and beautiful video. I love seeing all the family too!!

[@carolmalko615]

Wonderful video, RuthAnn. I also went over to Turner Farm to check out the bagel making! I got a 2for this morning!! I hope you have a great week.

[@snotina]

cookbook! cant wait, love the concept of referring to other pages to take one step further

[@TammyGowdy]

You’re a wonderful and inspiring teacher!

[@jamesclayton8942]

Your cookbook sounds great! I can't wait to buy a copy.

[@WillowsGarden]

Good morning RuthAnn and sweet family! Your grandbaby is adorable and you can tell he loves his grandmother. Thank you for sharing your recipes and knowledge with us and can’t wait for your cookbook. I hope everyone has a very blessed weekend!

[@geoffreygreenman699]

I will be purchasing this cookbook you speak of.. I started canning my own things over the summer, and everything I learned was basically from you and your family's inspiration.. I've baked and canned from all of your techniques and recipes.. Your videos are (and have been for quite a while now) my morning sit downs with my breakfast to start my day.. Absolutely love watching..

[@shednalarue]

Cannot WAIT for this cookbook!! My 3 month old is in for a real treat when she's old enough to bless the kitchen with me! Thanks for sharing all of your knowledge and your awesome family! Cheers to 2025 :)

[@roszcutler9724]

The children are learning so very much and the memories that they will have will stay with them. They will enjoy getting together later in life and reminisce. What a wonderful time they will have doing so.

[@wendyhall8834]

Ruth Ann you are one AMAZING Proverbs 31, Titus2, woman!!!!! You are such a good teacher too!!! I learned so much from this video! Thank you for taking the time sharing all this with us!!!!! God Bless you!!

[@joyces.9021]

Would love to get your book here in Canada,🇨🇦thank you Ruthann!

[@marshbear7250]

Hey y’all, is the audio not matching the video for anyone else? Love all you do RuthAnne, you make all of us feel like family and I’ve learned so much, thank you from my heart!!!

[@sheilaMagilicudy]

I just love watching your channel. My mom is gone now but the memories of her will always be with me. Having the kitchen busy just melts my heart. There were 8 of us in a very very small house but what a fun childhood I had. We always helped in the kitchen because mom made it all so interesting and let us all help. Today I can my food/make cheese/pasta/bread... love it all thanks to mom. Just think of all the Zimmerman family members carrying on the tradition to their own kids one day. Just love it!!

[@SCook49]

Your cookbook sounds amazing and very integrated with so many different recipes to achieve the end product! I know this cookbook has been written with love. You are the ultimate homesteader mom in my opinion. I believe your basic level of learning from your younger years from your grandmother and mother has made you such a great mother, teacher and homesteader. I enjoy all your videos with your family members included, and of course the recipes and skills you share.

[@maryjordan7285]

Good morning Ruth Ann and family. Love y'all and really enjoy your videos. No matter what it's about. Thank you so much for sharing. God bless each one of y'all ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Ruthannzimm]

Good morning! Thank you so much!!!

[@bethguillot7008]

My favorite part of Saturday morning. Thank you Ruthann!

[@Mary-d4j7n]

Good morning RuthAnn, I Love your family videos, I tried sourdough this past year but I didn't do very well, so gave up on it, I live alone and don't have the counter space for all the things I want to do, anyway, God Bless you and your family, Mary from Casper, Wyoming

[@cynthiafisher9907]

Hi from next door in Idaho! Your problem with sourdough might have had to do with the actual starter you used. I got some starter from a lady who had gotten it in Italy and it was very old. I had great success right off the bat. You might try again and get a better starter from another source.

[@RataPerry]

I can relate to what you're saying, here.

[@joyceterra2265]

I am waiting on pins and needles for your cookbook. I am so 3xcited to delve into a lot of the recipes, such as the cheeses. You are so inspirational.

[@gaardengrl]

As usual, a GREAT video! From one teacher to another, you are very good at teaching people and giving them information that they will understand and retain.

[@sheilaw.7210]

The Lasagne looks delicious, and the pull apart bread is a great idea to go with it. Thank you for the video, really enjoyed it.

[@Minnehaha64]

One thing I learned from a cooking magazine is to thin down some yogurt to substitute for buttermilk. I always hated buying a whole pint of buttermilk when all I needed was a cup. I do use dehydrated and powdered buttermilk frequently, but if I don't have that, I can use the yogurt.

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

Good to know !

[@RataPerry]

Awesome idea!!!

[@dawnworrill5950]

You are so sweet to share your skills! This was a master class 👏 ❤

[@susangeys6808]

Absolutely Agee! Ruth Ann is the Best ❤

[@trishapomeroy9251]

I make ricotta the same way and it is SOOOO good! I love that you showed us how to use that ricotta in other ways. Thank you so much!

[@bethford2334]

Good morning! I love watching your cheese making videos. I must admit I have never made my own cheese, but maybe someday I will. Your videos will be very useful if I do, but I do enjoy watching your cheese making. It certainly is a hit with your family and your lasagna looks so delicious! Thanks for sharing and have a great week.

[@auntrowdy]

I grew up in south central Iowa, so I always love seeing your family farm! Your family reminds me of so many of the people I knew. Plus I love knowing the Iowa weather! 😂

[@spellmadam2947]

That was fascinating to watch. So much love and labor put into the lasagna meal.

[@BrianMiller-rq3ff]

Hi Ruthann, my happy place, late on a Saturday night,watching you cook, and getting Hungary. Thanks for another great video ,you made cheese and lasagna making, fun and relaxing. The bagels looked delicious. Robyn... Australia

[@RM-of3bo]

@@BrianMiller-rq3ff I love how you call this your happy place. That’s a perfect description! When I watch RuthAnn and the family doing the daily chores and cooking and baking, it’s almost like I’ve gone back to the happy days of my childhood.

[@BrianMiller-rq3ff]

@@RM-of3bo So true, have a great weekend

[@RM-of3bo]

@ thank you. You too!

[@susanayers2781]

Hi RuthAnn, love this video (the sound was great, and I truly appreciate your efforts with the sound)! I need to get brave and make up some of this cheese. Love seeing the children eating and enjoying their special snack. Love, Light and hugs.

[@mnchop8503]

RuthAnn, you're such an inspiration and great teacher. I don't have access to farm fresh millk or my own eggs, but I do intend to make my own pasta! It just sounds so fun. Lasagna is one of my favorites. Thank you for sharing with us! Give those little boys a good hug!

[@cynthiafisher9907]

You can use store bought milk.

[@tamararobinson2069]

RuthAnn!! You are so Wonderful showing the little details that we need to know!!!! Thank You So Much!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@rebeccabodmer5498]

This is truly what cooking from scratch is!! Look forward to your Saturday videos😊

[@stephencameron1709]

Love your videos and your grandson is adorable! Val C ❤️🥰

[@jeanhorvath9567]

I am making lasagna for a family dinner tonight. Unfortunately, my cheeses and noodles are bought from the grocery store. The meat and sauces are homegrown and canned. My next project is to make all the pastas from scratch. However, i do the best i can with what i have.Thank you for your endless encouragement without the guilt. God bless you and keep you. May His face shine upon you and give you peace.

[@janeparrett8601]

Great video. Very informative. Thank you. Looking forward to the book.

[@Brenda-m4g]

So amazing and I love the snippets of grandbaby helping out in the kitchen. Thank you

[@jackiegawronski9988]

I'm so excited about your cookbook!

[@sherristeele7267]

I just love seeing Grandmas helper on the counter. Start them young to get interested in helping! My Grandmothers never turned down "help' in the kitchen even if the potato pot wss waiting to get started and she had to fetch extra potatoes from the cellar because we whittled them down to slivers (or the carrots and celery). Some of my fondest memories and thats when we had Grandmas undivided attention to chatter about whatever we had in our heads! ❤❤❤ Miss them both so much sometimes but seeing you with the little ones brings back happy memories!!😊😊😊

[@deniseosward574]

You are so amazing to watch and listen to with all the skills and nutritional knowledge that you share. 😊

[@darlaann1610]

I love your family and great teaching. You are a real blessing!

[@citygirlhomestead]

I broke my baking pan like yours broke my heart as you can't buy them anymore. You do such an amazing job with everything

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

I see them occasionally in thrift stores !

[@citygirlhomestead]

@@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 I got mine at an auction haven't seen one since lol

[@joanies6778]

The first homemade pasta I ever made was lasagna. Nothing like fresh pasta. I never knew how to make cheese before. Just love all the skills you are teaching your children and the rest of us. I have to say, I loved watching how engaged the boys were in assembling the lasagna. 🤗

[@carlasworld8571]

I just love your channel, it's so informative and simple. I can't wait until your cookbook comes out...Yay!!!!

[@reginaparker663]

I am so excited about that cookbook. Thank you for sharing your cooking videos and being very detailed on how you make things.

[@BWell247]

Good morning RuthAnn! You are such a good teacher, thank you for showing us the details of what the cheese should look and feel like as you are making it. The lasagna and bagels looked delicious and Hadassah’s layered bread looked wonderful as well! Loved seeing all of the family in your busy kitchen and I think the boys are not big fans of cream cheese 😂

[@karenmccleary7616]

Every Saturday morning is a learning experience…thanks! Really excited for your cookbook to come out ❤

[@greatgarden00]

Beautiful farm❤Beautiful family 🎉🎉love your channel your a talented lady and a fabulous mother...you should be proud ❤

[@KristineFiore]

Thank you for showing us your life. I love learning from you. Do you ever come to speak in the North East? We love you in Boston. The baby is getting so big and beautiful.Makes this grandma so happy to see him !

[@jenneetoogood8332]

I love your videos so much! I can’t wait for the cookbook! ❤❤❤

[@barbaradavis7400]

Your cook book sounds great. We all need to go back to the basics. I really enjoy your shows. I am a 74 old farmers daughter and love your programs to go back to the farm

[@scofieldfarm]

I love how you grew/raised/and made all the of the parts of the lasagna dinner! So fun to watch it. .

[@natalia199301]

Thank You Thank You Thank You I love the cheese videos! Your knowledge is appreciated!

[@kathrynbraun2073]

You’re such a great teacher-showing the stages of cheese-maker to help us who are novices.

[@Farmer76021]

I’m going to try making cheese today . And gluten free noodles for my daughter in law . No roller so I’m going to be in a fight with dough. My kitchen will be destroyed but hopefully this turns out . Or it will be a lot of exercise without the gym. Thank you for giving me ideas and courage to try.

[@RataPerry]

I just use a rolling pin .... it works really well.

[@ellenjohnson3703]

I cannot hardly "wait" for your book, I love the way you are going to put it, sounds awesome!!

[@beckyrussell3181]

I learn so much from you. Thank you . Your a natural teacher.

[@cherylirvin3919]

Hi Ruth ! I love your witness for our Savior and your tips for family! I really enjoy your videos.

[@dixierosaasen4431]

Sure a cute little helper !

[@bethcacace6020]

Love the new introduction!!!

[@reneenewfrock5743]

Much MUCH ove to you and your family ❤❤❤.

[@sallyhostetter2820]

Thanks for the cheese-making lesson. I think your cookbook sounds amazing.

[@ednamyers5760]

Super great video... can't wait for the cookbook.. thanks so much for having your channel..

[@theresaatkinson6628]

I love your videos and never miss them!

[@coyannkilmer3733]

I can’t wait for your cookbook. Love your channel! You have taught me so many things! ♥️

[@tracymyers9771]

This is the first time I've ever seen Kendrick be a little picky! He wanted a plain bagel? I'm shocked! Haha. You have such wonderful kids and, that grandbaby is so precious!

[@KarenBrown-q5t]

I love making farmers cheese! I have made ricotta from the whey and frozen it! We had ricotta parfaits for breakfast a few days ago!! I can’t wait for your cookbook! TY for all you share!

[@bethanynelson3959]

So inspiring to see the whole process. You take cooking from scratch to a whole new level. Thank you for teaching the rest of us. ❤

[@cherylb.9766]

Thank you RuthAnn. I enjoy watching your videos and learning new things from you. I'll look forward to getting your cookbook.

[@cindythurston2504]

I'm excited about your cookbook ! I will be glad to be able to purchase one when they are ready !

[@cindythurston2504]

I hope you will also include canning recipes 😊

[@CathyKernen]

your little grandson is soo precious!

[@RataPerry]

Precious in GOD'S eyes. Precious gift from GOD to this family.

[@kansaIainen]

Good morning from Finland.

[@Laura-xy7td]

Your opening statement sure lifted my spirits . I had been “ Doom Scrolling “ 🤮🤮 I sure needed to hear how good God is. Yaaaayyyyy !! Bless you all

[@justme-uw6bz]

Nothing beats a toddler sitting on the kitchen bench watching what's going on.

[@Ruthannzimm]

Agree

[@lizbundick6334]

Love your family! You are such a blessing!!

[@barnrazedbyjesse6893]

Grandma is going to need a new seat for the grandkids soon if they get much taller. So cute!

[@jeanniedorsey6772]

I love your channel. I learn so much from watching it. I'm a city girl & am amazed at how you make everything. Thank you! Your grandson is so adorable! ❤