EASY, MASSIVE MEAL PREP | LARGE FAMILY MEAL PREP ON A BUDGET | FRUGAL FIT MOM COOK WITH ME

[@barcrrt850]

This woman is just so much fun to watch. You really just have to watch her every day.

[@christinab9133]

Yes!! Highlight of my day!

[@tonipancoast5491]

Christine, when you layer your lasagna noodles in your pan, over lap the noodles using the ruffled edges. Kind of connect them together like a puzzle. I worked for an old Italian lady for years (like straight off the boat Italian lady) and she taught me this. She would said "those a ribbons are there for a reason, they not just a look a pretty". (Yes, please say this in an Italian accent) Yes it takes more noodles but try it out next time. Game changer! Merry Christmas!

[@andreamcgee485]

Christine - freeze the pumpkin! Separate into one cup portions in a ziplock. Works great, then you can make pumpkin spice bread.

[@smcb2202]

I was just coming on here to message this exact thing… freeze it in ziplock bags! 😊

[@sandrateets647]

I also freeze pumpkin in one cup portions for making pumpkin muffins later.

[@SisiJoness]

I freeze the pumpkin in ice cube trays and throw them in smoothies! Also sweet potato!

[@hannahkayee831]

@@SisiJoness yum!!!

[@leradoms]

I freeze it in leftover cottage cheese containers. I roast my own pumpkins and freeze them that way. It's also great in chili.

[@ashleeshell72]

I was so excited to use you as a source on my persuasive speech this semester! I was persuading people to make a meal plan before they go to the grocery store! Everyone thought I did good and loved your ideas!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Thanks amazing!!!

[@uvkorn7]

Speedy would love the leftover pumpkin! It doesn’t have added salt or sugar, so it is a wonderful treat for him - so much vitamins and fiber snuck into people food!

[@PandaBear62573]

Just what I need, Christine to start my day. Sipping on my morning cup of Joe and watching meal prep. Now I'm hungry for breakfast.

[@nancyshrout-wankowski7147]

I'm having coffee, and vegetable crab soup for breakfast while watching.

[@bridgetteurbano1440]

Same…. So relaxing

[@FaithFoodandFamily]

I always use cottage cheese instead of ricotta too. Everything looked yummy!

[@creativelycountry3343]

I know this comment is not original, but seriously…how do I feel SO accomplished after watching you while sitting on my cough doing nothing

[@dianejones8606]

Another great video! I look forward to our time together, Christine! My Alexa picked up your “Rockin around the Christmas Tree” 🎄 command, so I listened to it, too! 😁

[@lorenet.2182]

love you ! Here is a great recipe to use up the pumpkin: Pumpkin Bread with Maple glaze 1 yellow cake mix 15 oz. pumpkin (small can) 2 eggs 1/4 c. oil 2 Tbsp. pumpkin pie spice Mix and bake at 350. Mini pans are 20-25 minutes. larger pans 40-55 minutes. Cool completely and glaze with 1 cup powdered sugar and 1/4 c. real maple syrup (not pancake syrup). If I'm gong to freeze or gift later I glaze right before. The thinner glaze soaks in as it sits. Or I make it thicker with more sugar so its more like a frosting. Yummy.

[@ambercathey1886]

Leftover pumpkin gets tossed into pancakes and scones around here. Pumpkin pancakes are my kids' favorites- your regular pancake recipe, us a bit of pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, tiny bit of nutmeg. So good. Also, if you have enough, go with Smitten Kitchen's pumpkin butter. Just....just do it. It is amazing.

[@lisachatham8690]

I don't know how to love a videographer more than I love watching your videos!! You teach while making people laugh and smile the entire time. I just love how you do things with such glee.

[@FrugalFitMom]

Wow, thank you!

[@morganprudent1422]

It's true, you're the best at splitting yourself or the screen and it's so funny/ entertaining every time!

[@sherrytangirala8590]

Thanks Christine! My Alexa turned on 'Rocking around the Christmas Tree'! I love when that happens!!!

[@marcellaward3411]

Love your videos 📹and merry Xmas and the 🎵. Is the current theme song for the Somers. In North pole Alaska.

[@marciafischbeck7653]

Leftover pumpkin goes on the dogs' food! They love it!

[@DioneN]

I’m a savoury cornbread person! Only a few tablespoons of sugar. But I also add 1 cup of cream corn so that probably adds a little sugar.

[@lindaliddell2508]

You made my day! Youre so vibrant and full of life. Not very many people make me smile....but you do every time I watch you....

[@danniemcdonald7675]

I know your friend will appreciate the meals. Bless you. Just so you know, you need don't need those no-cook noodles. Just add a tad more liquid to your sauce and use the regular noodles. I make mine a day or two before I plan on baking it and it turns out perfect. I do tend to use more sauce and mine is a little thicker. If it's just me,I will cut leftovers into individual portions, wrap and vacuum seal for the freezer.

[@rachelg7175]

Hi Christine! I hope this comment doesn't get buried because I love your channel and wanted to say thank you! My new years resolution is to be less wasteful next year and your tips are good for the wallet and the spirit. Your freezer meals/tips alone save me as a single lady trying not to eat out of the house all the time. This may have been suggested before, but I'd love to see a video of responses you may have for people who have objections to common frugal tips. Things like "But I cant stand cooking!" or "I have a hard time getting my family to eat leftovers". I love leftovers, but the idea of a video like this intrigues me. I haven't run across one yet watching frugal and cooking tip videos. Thanks for all you do and have a great day!

[@33snowgal]

Play doh is why I have cream of tartar 😆

[@katewhite2384]

Love your videos. 11.15pm here in Australia but I’m awake cause I have to watch the new video.

[@marybristol1064]

Speedy will love the pumpkin! Good for tummy issues for him as well.

[@Bees-knees99]

Cooking day here in Nova Scotia too!! Thanks for keeping me company!

[@janetg7255]

Was surprised to see a notification from you. What a wonderful way to start Sunday! Wishing you a blessed week, Christine 🤗🌻

[@FrugalFitMom]

You too!!

[@OohGranolaBars]

Another tip for using up the pumpkin, I like to use it to thicken chili! Sounds kind of wack, I know, but it can help to thicken a chili if it's too soupy!!

[@Barboler]

I think that what you do is amazing especially when it comes to making food for other families I know that there have been times when it's been really hard for me and my family to survive and an extra meal from somebody that was as sweet and kind-hearted as you would be absolutely perfect thank you for what you do

[@patriciah8377]

It’ll be fine! Yummy & funny I learned the one can of pumpkin one box of spice cake mix recipe combined and 18 minutes later 12 muffins soo great w or without walnuts as u wish ~ in case u have extra pumpkin! Have a super fun holiday season 🌲🙌😋🤣

[@crystalstorms880]

Thank you I am going to try this!

[@cjdamon]

Just made the corn cake with dinner for my family. Everyone loved it! Including my picky toddlers! Thanks for the recipe!

[@ohleander02]

the recipe isn't linked did you just copy what she did in her video?

[@annjohnson543]

Oooohhh. The corn cake is right up my alley. Love it with chili. My hubby doesn't like it so more for me. If you don't want cracks on the top of your cheesecake, put a pan of water in the oven on the rack below your cheesecake. It will help with the cracking issue.

[@FrugalFitMom]

Thanks for the tip!

[@heathermiddleton4958]

You told Alexa to play Rockin around the Christmas tree. My Alexa heard you and started playing it....lol.

[@chantalest-cyr8293]

Christine on a sunday morning, what a great gift! :)

[@FrugalFitMom]

Thank you!

[@patriciamassey1535]

You crazy woman. Whenever you said Alexa my Alexa turned on and tried to play your song. Lol We had a good laugh.

[@laurieblau-marshall5279]

You said it, my Alexa obeyed. I am now listening to "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree!" 😁

[@mickiegibbs3216]

Measuring vanilla with your heart - you and I are kindred spirits! Great video!

[@ericaharris9015]

I must say I love your videos! You and I have the same sense of humor and I just love it. It's hard to find "your" people. Keep them coming please!! 😍😜😁

[@Dalekshavenoconceptofelegance]

If you ever have too much extra pumpkin, you can mix it in with your dog's food! It's really good for them and they LOVE it!

[@erinsmith2904]

Christine - your recipes and reviews of them are such a blessing! Our youngest has many food allergies (eggs, milk, nuts, peanuts, avocado, banana, mustard) and it is very challenging to find foods that we can all eat and also like! When you make something that is safe for him, I always make it! My family wasn't so sure about these pumpkin bars, but when I said you made them and loved them, they were on board! The littlest one doesn't love lots of baked things, especially since he doesn't like chocolate, even though he CAN safely eat it. He LOVED these. We only had to sub for dairy free butter sticks and they were delicious! Thanks again!!

[@brentderksen]

I measure vanilla with my heart as well. I also make my own. Best decision last year, and it keeps getting better!

[@kaymac508]

When I have extra pumpkin I always give it to my dog as a food topper - super good for them!

[@michellesmith9662]

Great video! Congratulations on 375K! Totally Awesome!! 💕

[@AnnEvelyn7]

The pumpkin treats! YEEEEEESSSSSSS!!!! 🎃 Also, the dancing at the end was perfection! 10! 😂

[@annroxs1397]

My son absolutely loved the dance number at the end 😁👏🏽

[@bordercolliemum9573]

You absolutely crack me up and I love watching your videos. ❤️

[@misssagacious]

Extra pumpkin can be made into dog treats! Also, I used to mix it with plain Greek yogurt, pumpkin pie spice and vanilla protein powder - made a tasty mousse!

[@SarahLinklater86]

Add nutmeg into the cottage cheese mixture for the lasagna…it is AMAZEBALLS!!!

[@vlmellody51]

The combination of nutmeg and fat brings on a euphoric reaction that is delightful to watch.

[@thegracklepeck]

@@vlmellody51 it truly is amazing added to cheese

[@vlmellody51]

@@thegracklepeck too true! It's amazing in cheese fondue. I grate fresh nutmeg into the mixture of melted butter and chocolate in my brownie recipe. I let it bloom while it cools a little bit before mixing the chocolate concoction with the eggs and flour. I've seen people eat the whole thing in one sitting and just lay back blissed out.

[@Leo_34409]

Nutmeg is so good in mashed potatoes too!

[@vlmellody51]

@@Leo_34409 I'll have to give it a try. Thanks! 😊

[@vnette9777]

My Goodness,you are so inspiring!You are a great wake up!THANKYOU!🙂💖

[@kimeverhart6253]

Oh Christine….your videos just make me happy!!! 😁

[@FrugalFitMom]

Oh thank you!

[@whitneyhatton3736]

Thank you for this video! I also love that your spoons are always so happy to see me :)

[@megana2345]

Blast chiller! Love that! I see the Idaho snow out your window. I also have pumpkin leftover in the fridge from that huge can. I'm going to make pumpkin snickerdoodles! Thanks for the snickerdoodle reminder Christine.

[@maryleneruiz9456]

Love love love the dancing and munchkin voices music. 🤣😂😂🤣

[@nataljasomer8846]

this is the funiest video in a long time. realy love your chanel. happy holidays from germany

[@deidrecruickshank7975]

Hi Christine, yup! Here in New Zealand the only thing I buy and use Cream of Tartar for is Snickerdoodles. I got the recipe for them from a Canadian friend around 30 years ago and have been making them ever since. They're my brother in law fave biscuit 🍪(cookie).

[@rebekahseay472]

Lol. The end part was my favorite! Had me laughing so much. Oh my gosh!

[@LifeWithMrsB]

Ooooo, I think I might make some lasagne tomorrow! It’s my kids favourite :) I do my sauce in the slow cooker all day, so good!

[@shanmatthewsful]

Couldn’t appreciate your errand more! I feel that.

[@jennifersantiago2723]

Now I have Rockin around the Christmas tree playing… thanks Alexa

[@frugalforthefuture]

Love watching your channel in the morning with my coffee

[@frugalforthefuture]

Also Speedy might like the pumpkin pure I know my pup loves it

[@crystaldon4995]

I'm binge watching your videos. 👍👍

[@gingeratterbury8291]

Song is magic day, my daughter loves it

[@christinaryan9290]

Pumpkin cheesecake with a gingersnap crust is my favorite!

[@meluvs2read]

LOL LOL I just watched you and your brother doing a "chopped" game from a year ago. I'd love to see y'all do another one. It was great entertainment.

[@katherinesimmons6520]

you cracked me up with the not focus on my face part. also i love that mixer.

[@chantellecunningham8899]

I have a full star food chopper and it saves so much time meal prepping. Mine has several attachments but I just used the small dice and the larger chop.

[@ashleywhitt5543]

Love the ending Christine! Freeze your leftover pumpkin and I like to add it to my spaghetti to bump up the nutrition. Merry Christmas to your family!

[@patriciabliesner9794]

I added left over canned pumpkin to a soup! Delicious

[@angelal6700]

💙 cooking ahead. Did some myself today, cleaning bits from freezer, and pantry stuff that HAD to be used. Got a hot meal every day for the week.

[@denitam917]

Rocking’ Around the Christmas Tree and Jingle Bell Rock get confused all the time. I’m like, didn’t we just hear this song and the kids say No Mom that’s the other one 🤣🤣

[@laurenellis3329]

Lol is my Alexa the o Lu one that said ok…10 seconds later I’m hearing rocking around the Christmas tree. 😂

[@bgibson5517]

what a finale, that's entertainment...

[@cynthiagilbert]

I love all these recipes.. Wow the pumpkin ones look amazing!

[@kitziewitty7281]

This was so funny and awesome. Thanks Christine for the work you do. We were giggling along with you. The pumpkin dilemma was so familiar, LOL. Happy Holidays.

[@sondrasix1668]

Awesome 😎

[@SongbirdCollageArts]

It’s a snowy day here in Edmonton and the perfect day for some batch cooking. Thanks for the inspo!

[@TheCatsMeow97]

Good morning, also chilling in Edmonton!

[@SongbirdCollageArts]

@@TheCatsMeow97 Morning! Enjoy your snow day :)

[@nicoletierheimer3546]

I freeze pumpkin in an ice cube tray or in a plastic bag. Also freeze tomato paste in ice cube trays. Gets you 1 tbsp of tomato paste when you need it

[@texadianstitcher]

You can mix pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling) into dog & cat food too.

[@GrayZiazanne]

Easy meal prep!!!!! Budget meal prep!!!!! Massive meal prep!!! Spinner dance!!! Mad Hatter reference!! Sugar in the corn bread!

[@amandab4725]

Pumpkin ideas when you have small amounts remaining - plop tablespoons full on parchment, freeze and make speedy some frozen treats. For my older dog I let them thaw for a little bit but they love it

[@taowright]

You are a natural, Love your vids and recipes. Very entertaining.

[@LizKrause]

I freeze my leftover pumpkin purée into little dog treats and my dog loves them.

[@xoemoorman932]

You can give some pumpkin to speedy, it’s really good for digestion for dogs!

[@mchmonster]

Hi, I like how practical your recipes are… it’s inspiring to see a mom who eats real food and is as fit as you! Do you have a particular way of eating (like intermittent fasting) in addition to your workout regimen?

[@FrugalFitMom]

I try and get a good amount of protein for my exercise levels but other than that, nothing special!

[@sarahowens7435]

Sneaky. My Alexa started playing rocking around the Christmas tree !

[@daniellep3387]

The last time I had leftover pumpkin I threw it into a curry dish…yummy!

[@hannayoung9657]

I use the lasagne sauce for home made pizza pockets. I just make white bread dough, makes a small circle fill with cheese and lasagne sauce, fold over and bake. I sometimes let them rise for 20 minutes before baking. I also have used the cottage cheese mixture in pockets.

[@hansenshandmade]

If you don't want to freeze the excess pumpkin it's really great in a smoothie! I love 2/3rd frozen banana, like 1/2 to 1 cup pumpkin, vanilla protien powder and pumpkin pie spice to taste. I make mine with oatmilk but whatever floats your boat works too

[@lenablackwell4287]

You make my day everyday, thank you for making it fun. Merry Christmas and god bless you

[@carriedulaney2191]

I like to use 1/2 ricotta 1/2 pumpkin for my lasagna. I add nutmeg to the mix sounds weird but trust me it’s perfect in any savory pumpkin dish. I also use dried parsley since I grew up always using dried parsley in the ricotta layer.

[@marjoriejohnson4559]

I love your winter snow scene graphics! Super cute:) I would take a bowl of lasagna sauce and garlic toast, boom, meal.

[@RollingDonutz]

So glad this popped up for my Sunday morning meal prep! I love watching others cook and prep while I do it too :)

[@FrugalFitMom]

I'm so glad!

[@disneymom5]

Great recipes! Oh and when you asked your Alexa to play rocking around the Christmas tree .... My Alexa played it to lol!

[@britamess]

Measure with your heart! Love it!

[@nettec40]

I love your videos. I laugh the whole way through, and the recipes are awesome too. :)

[@karireyes6710]

That was such a fun video! You had me laughing! I might just try the chocolate crust, pumpkin pie with the frosting.

[@xrayteck7]

Hi Christine, I make a ravioli lasagna. Same as lasagna but ravioli instead of noodles and cottage cheese. And I just found out you can freeze apple crisp before it's baked, hope it works. Gonna make both in foil loaf pans cause there is only 2 of us. Put both in 350 degree for 1 hour remove foil last 15 min. Fingers crossed 🤞

[@charitylady7389]

For the leftover pumpkin you could easily make pumpkin bread. You could find a dedicated recipe but I think your Banana Bread recipe would probably work. Replace the bananas with the pumpkin and adjust the spices a little make sure their is some cinnamon, allspcie, and cloves along with the vanilla and it should be awesome. Try serving with whipped cream cream. Delicious!

[@allisonmiller3148]

Omg I need to make that pumpkin cheesecake!! I roasted my own pumpkins this year so I have a TON and I need recipes to use it up and this one would be great for Christmas

[@pattypeterson6791]

You make cooking look fun! You'd be a blast to cook with!!!

[@anitaholmes6824]

Have I told you before that I love your channel???? Thanks for sharing some awesome recipes!

[@loveyourselfplease6842]

A little tip I've seen on a few channels to avoid cracking of your cheesecake is by putting your baking dish inside a larger baking pan & fill the larger pan with hot water abt halfway up the baking dish before popping it into the oven. The moisture I guess prevents cracking as the cheesecake cooks. I asked my dad to try it last time he made cheesecake to see if it would work & it did for him.

[@cookwithdrbrooke]

Throw that extra pumpkin in the chili! We love puréed pumpkin or squash in our tomato-based chilis :)