EASY, MASSIVE MEAL PREP | LARGE FAMILY MEAL PREP ON A BUDGET | FFM COOK WITH ME VLOGMAS #5

[@brionykate6928]

23, still live at home with no kids but somehow your ‘large family meal prep’ videos are my favourite. I love your channel!

[@journeytowellness16]

Same!! 23, married but no kids and I watch too much FFM!!

[@chelseag6636]

Same

[@lynnkavanagh7361]

I’m 68 & have 3 kids, 2 married & 4 grandkids. I thought I knew everything I needed to know, but I’ve definitely learned a lot from FFM!0

[@andreastevens9760]

You are my favorite #1 KZbinr. When I make pancakes for the kids, I save bread bags and stack them like burger patties with freezer paper in between. Saves space and they are easier to separate.

[@yvonnepalmquist8676]

Great tip.

[@CourtneyBStylisteducation]

I love you even more now for the sheer fact you cooked something in your bathroom! We can always count on you to think outside the box.

[@TracieL1234]

Sheet pan pancakes. Mix, put on lipped jelly roll pans, bake, cut into pieces. No need for constant flipping.

[@yvonnepalmquist8676]

😮

[@GR-bo5zt]

At what temp? Approx how long?

[@stephaniedeverell6672]

Yes! I was coming to say this.

[@buffy12983]

I did that recently!

[@jacquipayne7346]

It didn’t work for me. What temp and how long?

[@lynnkavanagh7361]

When you showed the containers you used for the taco meat, it reminded me of a trick I’ve done when taking food to someone. If it’s a casserole, of course the foil pans are perfect. For other parts of the meal, like salad, rolls etc, I stop at my regular grocery store & visit the Deli & I get some of their containers for a nominal fee. It’s perfect to take things in & nobody has to return dishes!

[@cherylsklar6640]

For spaghetti squash, I put it in the microwave for about 15 to 30 seconds. It makes them much easier to cut.

[@kimhundl8994]

I've also used this tip for butternut squash. A little bit in the microwave makes the peeling so much easier.

[@jeanwilliams4643]

Don't forget to poke some holes in it before you microwave. My friend did it with out poking some holes in it let's say it wasn't good.

[@crobinson8475]

I layer the pancakes on a cookie sheet with parchment paper in between the layers. Freeze. After frozen I put them in a zip loc freezer bag. They’re easier to take out a couple at a time and reheat that way. I LOVE minimalist mom!

[@SpringFlowers537]

Christine, you need souper cubes! They freeze your food square shapes for space saving in your freezer. They’re food grade silicone so you can pop out the frozen cubes. Four cubes fit into a gallon size ziplock. Check them out!

[@inkystellar9501]

My boyfriend said I watch you too much. I went to the store for milk but found a deal where you could get $1/3lb bag chicken wings limit 5. I then got him to download the app for the coupon and got 30 lbs chicken wings for $10 and that is a crazy deal where I am

[@mandy3486]

Your boyfriend is wrong? My husband even pays attention when I watch now and I got my sister interested in the channel. Lol

[@shannoneg2000]

That's a smoking good deal ANYWHERE!

[@peggy5990]

I live on Tucson and have the same problem with mixed. It always takes more liquid than you think. I'm still working on exactly how much liquid to pug in my bread maker to get perfect liafd of bread.

[@fightingcomet]

We started prepping and freezing our greens we buy from the farmers market! We boil, blanch, and portion them out so it's a lot easier for us to incorporate them into meals.

[@maryrobinson2911]

I watch See Mindy Mom - she’s a happy person like you Christine - agree - perfect happy people - she videos on food, meals, exercise - very relatable - I also like Mandy in the Making - comfort food meals - she’s happy too - it makes a difference!

[@maryrobinson2911]

Meant to type prefer not perfect - sorry!

[@yvonnepalmquist8676]

See Mindy Mom comes up with the best ways to use odd pantry items. She's very creative.

[@BluegrassGirl]

Always enjoy hanging out with you ;) I love the minimal mom too! She does a Sunday devotional with her sister that’s also very encouraging. There’s something very calming about her and I swear her hubby can do anything! Lol

[@dianekreuzer3854]

The Minimal Mom has helped me purge through the inventory of our house. Love her channel.

[@meganrasey4377]

I ♡ Dawn so much!!!!

[@yvonnepalmquist8676]

@Makeup Minion Her channel is really young, too. I'm so impressed with her. She's a great source for the food insecure and those living in food deserts.

[@MsSarahJam]

I love Dawn's channel...The Minimal Mom. Most of the postings are really helpful, especially (for me) the two postings on how to purge and organise paperwork were a game-changer for me.

[@juliemaymcdougal7515]

@minimalmom is definitely one of my faves!!

[@UpDownMichelle]

I tried the breakfast casserole before and the bread pieces didn't go over very well at my house. If anyone is looking for a substitute (maybe for gluten intolerance?) hashbrowns work great in place of bread! I've used both frozen and fresh... but the fresh requires a LOT of extra prep to prevent browning.

[@karincope3019]

My mom would great up zucchini then add a bit salt and drain to remove the moisture, then she would twist in a clean kitchen towel and then spread onto a cookie sheet and freeze then put into 1 or 2 cup portions in the freezer and she would add it to everything from baking to meat dishes , I bet you could do the spaghetti squash as well , it is a great way to bulk up and add nutrients to your cooking .

[@oregonk91]

When your freezer starts to get empty, you'll have more ice inside to defrost. Reduce the air space (hence air movement) by putting an emptied milk jug full of water in the bottom to replace the food that's been removed. Then just pitch the water when you fill up the freezer. Also cheaper to run a full freezer than a partially empty one.

[@karinoshea3330]

Thank you for the idea! I, as a short person, have filled the bottom of my chest freezer with the reusable ice packs from Imperfect Foods to raise the level of the food. I also use reusable shopping bags to organize the freezer, makes it easier to reach too! Much love from Oklahoma!

[@shanghaiallie]

You can use a cleaver to cut the heavier gourds. I usually split them (like chopping wood) if I'm chunking it anyway and then it's easier to get the stem off.

[@amandab.6815]

Long time subscriber of the minimal mom. Dawn has helped me eliminate so much stress and guilt from my life 💚

[@renea.s5221]

You’ll have to mention on an upcoming video how the spaghetti squash reheats (texture wise) after being frozen. 🤷‍♀️

[@angelika_munkastrap4634]

Is it something you use yourself?💕

[@oregonk91]

It's awesome! I serve to my (Italian) husband just like spaghetti with our favorite sauce and he always loves it!

[@mandy3486]

@@oregonk91 I've made lasagna with zucchini. Is this similar in taste?

[@lisachapman6492]

Game changing tip for you. Use an electric knife like the one use to carve turkey to cut your spaghetti squash or butternut squash. Less risk of chopping off fingers. I also put them in slow cooker whole.

[@jujube2407]

Did you know if you cut a spaghetti squash in to circles...versus once down the middle tou get longer spaghetti like strands? It has to do with how they grow and form! Cuz science!!! Blew my girls minds when I showed them...on our 15 we grew! ( only had 2 plants!!!)

[@bentonoods]

My mom makes this for Christmas morning, she calls it egg strata! It’s delicious and there’s a lot of different versions you can make!

[@lolabear6788]

5,000 feet?! I was in Wyoming for a bit a few years ago. 6k feet high. Wow The water on the stove boils faster. You def need more liquid when baking. It's a whole 'nother world of cooking at high altitude!

[@mepo4460]

Instead of using fresh white bread, scour the stores for clearance bakery breads of all kinds. Cube it roughly, bake low & slow to dry completely, cool completely, then store in (repurposed) zip bags or heavier produce bags. I'm in Wisconsin and am able to store my dried & bagged bread cubes in a covered tote in my garage during the winter.

[@hermithillfarm1123]

Running with Plants talks about you. And shes helping me to reset my mind about how its not expensive to be a Vegan. Im working on being 100% vegetarian then vegan. Baby steps. As Amy Marion says "how do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time". That's helping me. Edit to say I watch you and others to get ideas, plus you're fun to watch.

[@gratituderanch9406]

I love the minimal mom! She is so real. And kind, up lifting.

[@jillygirl2024]

💓 The Minimal Mom, Rusty Judgement , Montana Haven ( former Amish ), Big Family Homestead, Pegi and Don. And I do watch Dave's channel - Frugal Fit Dad. My thing is : prep, money saving, minimalism, and renovating channels.

[@divaofscience]

You can use an Ice pick to poke holes in the spaghetti squash. Then, microwave for 3 to 6 minutes at a time, rotating each time. This makes it exponentially easier to cut. You can do it long enough to soften it to cut it up to cook in a different way. However, I find it taste just as good if I microwave it until done. This saves a lot of time and energy. I love spaghetti squash!

[@stephanieschwartz6212]

Was thinking of you with all those spaghetti squash and remembered an easy yummy recipe. After you cook and shred your squash microwave.. 1 cup green pepper 1/4 cup chopped onion 1-4 TB fresh cilantro 1/4 cup chicken broth 1 TB olive oil 1 TB cider vinegar 1/4 tsp salt 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 tsp cumin Microwave on high 3-4 min Toss with squash and top with olives, nuts or cheese 😀

[@yvonnepalmquist8676]

This sounds yummy.

[@mollyb8136]

Nurse here. Fun burn facts: Running water helps with the pain better than ice. Ice can actually damage the burnt tissue further. ☺️☺️☺️

[@kariner4297]

You and the minimal mom are my two favourites💜

[@got2beejn]

Add Jen Chapin to that for the trifecta!

[@hburtch50]

Me too!

[@smcb2202]

I was just coming to say the exact same thing!!! -Lindsay

[@joyoliver8413]

Mine too! Also do it on a Dime

[@katrinalynn6]

for burns lavender oil trust me it makes it so much better

[@samanthakirkland5930]

100% agree and no ice it makes it worse

[@katrinalynn6]

@@samanthakirkland5930 yup and it works for bug bites too

[@reneematlock9657]

I love the Misfit Market boxes. This bizarre notion (at least to this old farm girl) that produce has to be "perfect" is one I just cannot get behind. I've been telling people what to do with wilted veg and bruised fruit for YEARS now. Did you know MOST wilted veg can be "saved" if you put it in ice water for a couple of hours and use or freeze it immediately? Did you know most bruised fruits can be "rescued" by taking off the bruised parts and turning them into a fruit syrup (like for pancakes) or sauce?

[@Sterling8953]

1.) Sheet-pan pancakes are awesome for prep 2.) I only grow veg I can can or freeze because I feel bad about the waste and 3.) I too use my kitchen appliances in other rooms due to the breakers lol

[@shelbobears]

If you ever run out of ideas for vlogmas, a trivia episode where we play along from home would be cute. Some example questions you could use: "Which SNL skit do we reference the most?" "What happens when you hit the thumbs up button?" "How many youtube channels does the frugal fit family have?" and so on. Just a thought, anywho. Love your stuff :) You've helped me adjust my grocery buying habits and I am forever thankful.

[@miaelizabeth8489]

Love you videos!! But....I did want to watch you mix the pancake mix...lol its satisfying!

[@IAmMomhousekeeperinhartfordct]

You can meal prep a huge one just grind in in blender, place in jars and use 2-3 teaspoons to also add on your beans....... good trick to have kids eat it when they do not like it. Yes they need to be in fridge at all times.

[@wisewomanhealing]

For next time, putting lavender oil on your burn helps to keep it form blistering. I had just pulled a dish out of my airfryer over Thanksgiving and then grabbed it without a mitt. Ran my fingers under cold water then applied L. oil. No blisters!

[@heatherhays1141]

I just made freezer and fridge clean out veggie soup. Lil bits of lots of stuff simmered for a while is great

[@bravehearticus]

I did a big batch of around 32 waffles today. I might have to give your breakfast casserole a try, probably for Christmas Christmas day breakfast

[@Laurencausey]

Its funny that you mentioned the minimal mom, you and her are the only two people I watch every update every time lately. Love both of your channels.

[@shellee888]

If you let the zucchini grow until the vine dies they also become shelf stable. I did this in Oakland California.

[@sharondavizcaino7603]

When you burn yourself immediately run cold water on the burn then pat dry and add a layer of vaseline and leave open the pain and burning stops immediately and that was a tip from my teenage daughter

[@shannoneg2000]

Since watching your videos, I started shopping at my local grocery salvage store. One of my favorite finds is Primal Kitchen and Chosen Foods salad dressing for 50-90 cents each! (Compared to $5-9!) I use the dressing to freeze marinated chicken (also one of your suggestions. You've really changed the way I think about shopping and cooking. Thank you!

[@TheKerryBerry01]

yum!!! I made a breakfast casserole for this week as well. So much easier than worrying about breakfast every morning.

[@maryrobinson2911]

After nearly losing a finger to chopping a spaghetti squash - I don’t chop - I poke with a fork all over the squash and put in the oven in baking dish - for about an hour or less - cooks up beautifully and knife slides through easily - wish I had your green thumb Christine

[@sprouts2go]

She's in Her Apron is another good one. Six Sisters Stuff as well.

[@marvahinspace]

Use sour cream or yoghurt on burns, helps a lot better than ice. Apply and hold on spot for 5 or so minutes, do multiple applies (each 5 min)

[@brandondiaz4112]

I flipped a breaker once or twice when I use my air fryer, pressure cooker & microwave at the same time 😂😂😂 i didn’t know that happened to other people haha

[@kristenturcotte5465]

I hate burning myself. But, if you burn yourself put yellow mustard on it. It pulls the sting out of it in a matter of a few minutes were ice can take a long time. I used to work at a sandwich shop and would burn myself baking the bread.

[@josiel.o8142]

Another way to use pancake batter is by making deep fry fish taste great too. After its done and ready to serve. Squeeze a slice of lemon yummy in my tymmy.

[@paulalindsay4594]

Good quality lavender oil is a great pain reliever and healer for small burns. Use neat and dab it on

[@bobbinorager3348]

Broulims in Rexburg Idaho I new it! I lived and met my best friend there over 10 years ago! She is amazing and so is Rexburg❤️🙏

[@normasmith2750]

Great meal prep u have a lot of energy boy I wish I had that much u have great ideas keep up the great work God bless u all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@mssteffi26]

"I will now stir this with my non dominant hand and hope I don't throw it on my feet" - I was cracking up

[@kjnailzit]

Breakfast Casseroles are the absolute best. Never thought to put mustard though. Gotta give it a try.

[@MittenPrepperVet]

Cheesy squash, similar to cheesy potatoes casserole. Cook, add sour cream, cheese, cooked onions and peppers... mix all up and baked with extra cheese on top. Yummo

[@fredricabrown9003]

OMG!! I love the Minimal Mom!! I watch you...then I watch her...then her...then I watch you....you guys are so great to watch and inspire and make my day...By the way, great cook video...love you can figure it all out!!!

[@conniespene9138]

Use mustard for a burn...it really works

[@sherrimorlock4037]

Breakfast are are a great idea to make ahead and freeze. Even though my kids are older for me going to work it’s perfect. And I do freeze my spaghetti squash and acorn squash. They are amazing and I love I can have them from my own garden. 🙏🏻❤️ thank you for all you do. I absolutely love your channel. 🥰

[@stephanies870]

Pier1 rest in peace lol, i have the matching spoon rest

[@shannonfoster5070]

When you burn yourself immediately pour some vinegar on it and also lightly soak a paper towel to make a compress to keep on it for 5 to 110 minutes,,,no more burn or at least it won’t hurt will only maybe be a little pink and shouldn’t blister or scat

[@nascar88gyrl]

Vinegar works great for sunburn too!

[@beckywhinery4652]

I bought 10 butternut squash at a grower in my town. Cooked one in the crockpot. Came out good. Almost 10 pounds a piece. Great fiber and vitamin. I so enjoy your videos!

[@karincope3019]

Pancakes heat up great in the toaster , we did that at breakfast club in my kids elementary school days .

[@ccl6192]

As a celiac I eat sooooooo much spaghetti squash. I also don’t digest dairy well or eat meat which as I’m sure you can imagine makes life super convenient for me. Lol. At least it wasn’t cancer or chrons disease. A good tip that might help you in the future is to put the whole dang thing as is in the microwave for about 4-6 minutes depending on size. It will soften it enough for you to easily cut and slice it. I like to slice them into 2 inch rounds use a spoon to pop out the seeds and freeze them. Then I take it right out of the freezer and pop it on a parchment lined baking sheet and roast it or steam it in the microwave. I put all kinds of stuff on spaghetti squash you wouldn’t expect. I do sloppy joe filling curry, burrito fillings chili cheesy lentil macaroni (like cheeseburger hamburger helper but with lentils) without the macaroni, tuna casserole without the noodles. Big Mac seasoned lentils topped with lettuce tomato and “special sauce” Thai seasoned veggies edamame and peanut sauce to name just a few.

[@ccl6192]

Forgot to mention if you freeze the spaghetti squash skin on in the singe serving rounds like I do you don’t need to add water to steam it in the microwave and no matter if you choose to oven roast or microwave the skin literally falls right off after re heating. It will be soft enough you can slice trough with a butter knife and then just kind of peel it off if that makes any sense. Hope that helps. I am a lazy cook and work waaaaaaay too much on overnights at the hospital so when I do cook it is to maximize efficiency

[@dangonthangg]

Put a towel under the squash to keep it in place while you cut it.

[@1212Ls]

So are you or did you plant more spaghetti squash? 😀 We had the same thing with zucchini one year, we had 6 or 7 zucchini plants and 4 or 5 yellow squash. They all produced like bunnies. We had zucchini every night in every shape and form for months and months. We were only a family of 4! Zucchini Tots were a favorite.

[@Christina_Sanchez1316Vlogs]

Whenever you burn yourself, put mustard on it. I used to work at wendy's and went down the line of condiments to see what helps burns.

[@annasilvertongue]

Yes! I also worked in fast food for a long time, learned a lot of life hacks there

[@kathywebster5805]

Oh my gosh I LOVE your personality. Great presentation.

[@gamingpeach]

Vlogmas makes 2020 better! :)

[@laurabaca9683]

Six Sisters Stuff is pretty cool. Meals for the Instant Pot or Crock Pot. Those are some nice steaks. Mine is cooked extra well done ( no pink).

[@sherilynalexnder897]

JOY! A cooking vid in FFM's gorgeous new kitchen - it's a great day right there!

[@mberardi76]

Cold yellow mustard on a burn is a magical chef's trick. Squirt it on there and replace as needed. Soothes the burn, reduces pain and redness.

[@Laura-on9ft]

I asked for a salad spinner for Christmas because I have been so inspired by you using yours Christine 🥳

[@notacanadian278]

I just started the video and I can't stop staring at your kitchen. Its so beautiful I love how the white contrasts with the wood, so classic and elegant.

[@vickig2907]

Glad to know that you can freeze spaghetti squash. I just poke my spaghetti squash with a fork and put into my crock with some water for 8 hrs on low comes out great. I would for sure cut off a finger or two if I tried to cut a spaghetti squash lol.

[@sarahsiskin6780]

Chef trick my son taught me years ago: apple cider vinegar for burns. Other vinegar works also

[@jacquipayne7346]

I just love how real you are!

[@susanhendrix8701]

Where can ivget a white mixing bowl like yours? I love it.

[@carolynnaverill3314]

Use the tip of a knife to "score" around the squash 1st then cutting will be easy peezy!

[@jbobkat4742]

I recommend watching Frankie Celenza’s video “The bite and slam knife technique”. It’s great for cutting into big spaghetti squash! Definitely a good quality knife is essential as well. I would link it but I’m old and technically confuses me 🤪

[@angelabloom1956]

I’m so sorry but I laughed like you wouldn’t believe at the start with the camera drop. 😂 I love how you keep it real, you’re the best you tuber 😂

[@ZBrehh]

Always great to watch your videos! A bread(really any serrated) knife works great for cutting raw gourds!

[@jodythomas1159]

Please do a video collection of the five meals you created with the spaghetti squash!!!!! I get in a rut with it.

[@lordberus5465]

Tip...when you burn yourself, put the burn in a baggie with flour right away for about 5ish minutes, life changing.!

[@gladysgonzalez1921]

Thank you for the extra motivation to get prepping done for the week

[@bassgurl16]

I love The Minimal also!! She always motivates me to purge!

[@jillstover8782]

Always love your videos! Glad you did spaghetti squash I have never cooked any

[@vonlipi]

There is a really good recipe for spaghetti squash and it involved cheese and a sauce ....

[@ashleyhuaracha8361]

Your channel and The Minimal Mom are my two favorite channels!!

[@chrystalfromalaska]

I so need to grow spaghetti squash this year! Lol. I tried zuchinies for the first time and only got 2. Next year I will do better im sure.

[@Thelibramom]

I love the Minimal Mom. She is literally amazingggg!!

[@Banana-px2yk]

I wish could make all this because we don’t have enough freezer space!

[@TheCotzi]

i have a Chef Knife and i do nearly 100% with it even peeling and skinning tomatos and such things

[@yermomz8894]

A good investment: Essential oils I keep in my kitchen: lavender which would INSTANTLY remove pain from your burned finger. Lemon--great for cooking and cleaning as well (add with vinegar and water in a spray bottle) The Doterra or Young Living brands are edible.

[@jaypagano2053]

Hayley has to look right with her make up and her vans ( I laughed for waaaaaayyyyyy too long) Its so true!

[@kristinekloep]

What is the best way to warm up the pancakes? And how long can you keep them in your fridge?

[@sarahdefelice2285]

I just started watching Minimal Mom too and love her!

[@rebeccacostin9707]

do you save the seeds and roast them? would that work the same as pumpkin seeds?