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[@revens-j3k]

i was hoping to see your finished painting project.The comment someone else made a while ago that we like your company so much , that we will watch you cut up pumpkins, well we like to watch you paint too' I admire your energy and how if you run into problems you cheerfully work around them.Glad I found your channel its my favorite now.

[@Meggs23]

Yes, will we get the final reveal on the grow room soon??? It's been a few episodes... Would love to see the new room! 😀

[@christinem.alwaysbelieve]

​@Meggs23 She posted on a post that after her Valentine's treat video she will post that video. 😊

[@AcreHomestead]

Aw thanks so much!! It's done so as soon and Valentine's day is over and supper bowl it will come out :)

[@lindal5303]

I've had sweet potatoes in the window sill for two weeks and they are now sprouting, it does take a long time.

[@suzannest-laurentdvorak459]

Me too checking everyday to see if it’s here.

[@lollyjones1]

I buy the bag of six avocados at Costco. I let them stay on the counter for a few days to ripen. Then I peel and de-seed them all. I mash them like potatoes, then scoop them with a cookie scoop and freeze them. Then I have avocado pucks for whenever I need them. The color stays green and they taste great. I’m ready to make guacamole anytime.

[@cassandras1688]

Adeline Zook on KZbin gave a GREAT tip for fresh eating avocados-take a ripe (or near ripe) avocado and put in a mason jar filled with cold water. Keep in fridge and they last for a month - I’ve tried and it absolutely works! She has a really good channel too.

[@desimontano8410]

Love Becky! I was going thru lots of depression and even tried overdosing and I started watching you Becky now I got a garden and it's my comfort place. Thankyou you don't know how much you helped me ❤

[@sktn61]

❤

[@rebeccalane7691]

Was in the same boat. When I found her she lights up my daywith every post I get

[@paulablackwell3463]

Congratulations on gardening, it makes me feel wonderful when I can share my extra veggies.

[@desimontano8410]

@@paulablackwell3463 I noticed I got these big beautiful broccoli growing and peas and I planted garbanzo beans and they are sprouting 😁

[@deliastanley3921]

I’m so happy you’re still with us. Sending huge hugs from San Diego 🥰

[@kitraward7352]

That cream on the milk will be just fine in your baking. Mom used it for everything because we had cows.

[@TheDizzy2121]

When you open, the anchovy is, you can freeze the rest

[@betternpopcorn]

I like to keep them in the freezer and add to whatever I want to add umami to. Stew, meatloaf, Caesar dressing, spaghetti sauce are all good options

[@bev111]

Rose Red Homestead has a great video on making sun dried tomatoes. I have done them for the past 2 years - they are delicious!

[@TalesFromTheRanch]

If you want to try the dirt thing again at some point, don’t bury them. I always do my slips in dirt. I just lay them on the dirt and kind of squish them down a little. Keep them watered, in bright light on a heat mat and they sprout great. I’ve never been able to get the water method to work.

[@lindajustice2000]

I always plant mine in dirt like you do. I place them on a heat mat because they love the heat. I’ve heard that the Japanese sweet potatoes are delicious. I want to try planting some this year if I can find some. Maybe at an Asian Market. But they may not be organic there. I’ll check out Trader Joe’s too.

[@deedrahsimmons7545]

New subscriber recently and now I can't wait for your next post. Ive been going back and watching older videos too! Love your channel ❤️

[@AcreHomestead]

Aw welcome! Thanks so much for being here!

[@Katheverett]

It’s a sad day when you’ve watched them all…😊

[@reneerice9908]

I add the gochujang & the flakes to just about everything now. It's delicious in Mac & cheese, mix in a little soybean paste as well. My daughter bought me Aaron's cookbook, from Aaron & Claire, on KZbin. Now I keep on hand constantly.

[@JustTheilogs]

Becky you can cut pieces of the potatoes with eyes and put them straight in the ground. Though yours looks very fresh and yummy to eat.

[@nancyleitner6396]

I only buy Argentinian red shrimp if possible. The have a taste that is a cross of shrimp and lobster. So yummy. Kroger carries the frozen one all the time.

[@cathygrabowski8325]

Tart cherry juice is great for people with arthritis, it helps with decreasing pain and increasing mobility.

[@sarahludos7970]

I did not know that and I suffer with arthritis in my hands. THank you!!

[@jodifinnegan4453]

Wow!! I'm going to try this. I have arthritis in my hands, knees, hips, and spine. I've tried so many different things but something tells me the tart cherry juice will help! 🙏🏼

[@sarahludos7970]

@@jodifinnegan4453 I just got some today at Trader Joe’s, praying it will work.

[@SabraQueenoftheUnderworld1346]

Ooo thank you Becky!!!! I always purchase mixed greens for my husband's sandwiches for work and I didn't ever think about putting paper towels in the container!!!! I'm going to do that now! Thank you for that wonderful tip!!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@noelledyer6462]

We do the mocktail every night but we use a magnesium powder and stir it into the drink. Its really good,, we got pretty glasses to drink them in!

[@SouthernSprouts]

Hi Becky! Thank you for the amazing content! I love watching your videos! The plant you purchased is a Monstera Deliciosa. They are one of my favorites! Want to let you know they grow very large. In optimal conditions, it will only take a few years to be 3-4 feet wide and 4-5 feet tall. They are vining plants so it will need a heavy duty and tall support system. Make sure to only secure the main stem to any supports. Don’t tie up the leaf steams (petioles) as they will move throughout the day. Also, as the plant matures, the leaves will naturally fenestrate (split). They are so gorgeous. When you repot, only choose a pot about 1” diameter larger than the current pot and use a very well-draining soil with tons of orchid bark. You can google ‘Monstera soil mixture’ and get tons of great recommendations. These plants love indirect sunlight but can burn in direct sunlight if not properly acclimated. Your sun room would be a great location once it outgrows the kitchen window.

[@AcreHomestead]

oh wow thanks so much! The silly little plant has already brought me so much joy it's silly :)

[@judithburke1539]

That must be it's name then.. Silly Monstera. Sounds like "Silly Monster"

[@therichardsfamily5603]

Becky, the best way to grow sweet potato slips is by putting the potatoes in shallow soil- it works so fast! I got dozens of slips that way that kept coming for months. You have to try it!! I put a potato in a shallow dish and filled it with soil until it was half covered. Then just keep it watered and it will start producing slips in no time!

[@estherbrochabruckenstein7750]

You can freeze avocado

[@Myspicyonion]

It gets really watery though

[@LauraStJohn157]

My family went to the local store. I casually mentioned i wanted to look at the seeds. My husband and 5 year old picked out so many flower seeds. Excited for our garden this year

[@dianabarajas9590]

I use gochujang in a marinade for steak or beef short ribs, with some miso paste and mirin, equal parts, marinade over night and grill them for lunch so delicious

[@gerriross8995]

We freeze dry our cilantro and works great when cooking and not worrying about if they are good or not

[@badge2045]

My mom used to grow sweet potatoes n also when they root they make beautiful house plants

[@nancyborgeson440]

I’m going to look for that tart cherry juice. Could use some natural sleep assistance.

[@drusillayoung9552]

The tart cherry juice and the magnesium works . I take it every night and get better sleep. ❤❤❤

[@jackierobinson7991]

Becky. If you put bay leaves in a salt shaker then put it in your flour it will keep the weavles out of it. I put in my box I keep my pasta rice and my flour. When I lived in 29 palms years ago. I use to keep all my baking stuff in a 5 gallon bucket and I never got any bugs in them

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

I often forget that I have avocados! I am much stricter with them now and only buy one when I know what I want to use i for. Thank you for the video!

[@luceaschild]

I love your videos and how you homestead! We have been building up our own pantry based on what we've learned from you and a few other wonderful ladies on youtube (Modern Homestead Alaska!). Would you consider showing us how you use your freeze dryer in your everyday life? It seems to be so in the background, but you pull out items that were freeze dried at some point. It would be so helpful to see how you and others actually use it in your system/style. Thank you for all that you do!

[@homesweettrailer7565]

Have you considered using vital wheat gluten? I eliminated buying bread flour and just put in a couple of tablespoons of VWG when making bread or pizza dough. I've been very happy with the results, the texture and chew are spot on.

[@mes9766]

Tart cherry juice hits like a laxative as does magnesium. Both together may have you running to the bathroom! (No pun intended). Myhubs uses tart cherry juice for gout flair ups. Magnesium in spray form is great for muscle cramps. Its amazing how fast it stops with one spray.

[@Dulcess]

My sister typically doesn't like shrimp but she really enjoys the Argentina red shrimp.

[@florl1506]

Hii i am from buenos aires, argentina. I agree, the shrimp si really good here!

[@LenardMountainHomestead]

I love your channel!! Thanks for posting!!! I cant stop watching your videos!!!

[@abbie10001]

I grew shishito peppers last year. I let mine ripen to red and they were great on salads. I’m definitely growing them again this year.

[@Kaelyynaful]

I'm so looking forward to watching more of your vlogs! Found you via algorithm just yesterday and I'm a huge fan already! Also looking forward to seeing what Valentine's Day fun you cook up. Valentine's Day just so happens to be my birthday and as a result, I'm a big fan of the day 🥰

[@heidipustelniak652]

Looking forward to seeing the sweet potatoes sprout!

[@AcreHomestead]

Can't wait!

[@susanbackes4651]

Dufour also makes an all butter puff pastry And shishito peppers are yummy! And super easy to grow

[@AcreHomestead]

Thanks! That's good to know!

[@sandrachristiansen1404]

I'm looking forward to your red pepper paste recipes because I just picked up some too!

[@antoinettemarie-stautertri4010]

Magnesium is a must for my eldest daughter and myself at night. It helps relax the body and prevent headaches. We both suffer from migraines, and I have bad muscle spasms. We used to take prescription medication but was able to stop those thanks to the magnesium supplements. Maybe it's a placebo effect, but hey, less fake products in our bodies!

[@lucythomas4077]

Hi Becky, did you ever finish your seed starting room?

[@AcreHomestead]

I did :) Once we get through V-Day I will show you how it turned out :)

[@lucythomas4077]

@@AcreHomestead Thanks. Thought I missed it.

[@racheld5576]

We LOVE shishito peppers! I grew them for the first time from MIgardner seed last year and they produced SO MANY peppers! All the way through fall.

[@diananutt2745]

Love your channel. Always inspires me. Just wondering if you’ve continued with your wine membership? Wondered what you’ve discovered with that.

[@angiewarren6045]

The Thai Chili salad is one of our favorites! I think you’ll like it!

[@kath-phlox]

I used Gochujang a few weeks ago. I air fried a few chicken wings and dipped them in a gotchujang and soy dip, they were really nice.

[@gnomeoneshome]

Tasty recommendation - gochujang goes really well spread as a thin layer on the inside of a grilled cheese

[@carolinerimmer1362]

I take 30ml tart cherry juice every day for natural pain relief!! It’s important to do it daily for best results! Koala hugs to you all 🇦🇺🐨❤️

[@princessalways4eva]

Ooooo. Garlic Parmesan chicken wing sounds delicious. I want to try it. Can’t wait to see you make it!🎉 I usually cut the bottom of asparagus and put it in a glass of water in the refrigerator. It makes it last longer. I haven’t tried anything else but I think anything with a stem still work. I cut the stems first. Oh I have tried cilantro and it works.😊 Sometimes I cut a label and put it in my container to label it but I’m working on making labels so they all look the same. I’m striving for an organized and cohesive home. I’ve always wanted to grow my own sweet potato slips. That’s a bonus for me in this video. Thanks! I’m a visual learner. I’m excited for videos to come. Your videos are a highlight of my day. Awesome video. Tfs. Have a wonderful day.🤗

[@ej5249]

I use lime salt on my shishitos, just kosher salt with lime zest. Blistered in a hot cast iron, and then throw the lime salt. Soooo good.

[@jennygrillo1500]

Oh you’re going to love the Korean pepper paste for sauces and soups!!! I use it all the time!!!

[@anns8893]

Excited to see what you have in store for us. 🌱🌻🌱

[@dawnjohnson5374]

What is the brand dog food you buy? Your dogs are soo healthy

[@theUcane]

I used to kill all houseplants. I gave them too much "love"/water. I decided to try again. At a local greenhouse, I asked them what to do. They said do NOT repot the plant (until it's just out growing the little plastic pot) and to set it down inside another pot like you did. I set them in a bucket with some water so they can bottom water. It keeps me from overwatering and killing them. It also keeps the decorative pots looking nicer.

[@lynnm8900]

Already liked it before I watched it!

[@AcreHomestead]

Aw thanks so much!

[@BettyWhiteJr]

Hi Becky! Quick tip for your new window plant…it’s going to get really big really fast. It’s a monstera deliciosa, absolutely gorgeous plant but they do get big and need a moss pole. They’re climbing plants. Blessings to you! 🙂

[@rachelgustafson1207]

You are so wonderful! I just love your videos. ❤

[@MilaCurry]

Becky, first, you’re the best! 💖Love all your videos! You are an inspiration! Next, I wanted to suggest you try cooking dolsot bibimbap. It’s a Korean dish which can be topped with gochujang. I made my first one last week (in a cast iron pan instead of in a dolsot stone bowl) and it was delicious! I recommend making it with your favorite local vegetables (including your own grown 🌱 veggies) and adapting them to the recipe. As you know and demonstrate on your channel, it’s fun to experiment and play with recipes to make them your own! Thank you for all you do! Wishing you the best! 💐

[@pamelabaars6896]

How you have done the sweet potato, you can do exactly the same with avocado nut, you may not grown avocado for fruit but they do make a lovely in door plant. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

[@naty1012]

I always shop once a month for groceries

[@sarahvadeboncoeur9177]

Hi Becky, korean here. Dip the raw shishito peppers in the gochujang as a yummy snack!!

[@MortrishaAdams]

For your next pantry challenge you can take green onions in a glass or jar in filtered water, I use spring and put them in your window sill and inverse run out of green onions. I do it all the time and snip off what I need.

[@jackierobinson7991]

Tart cherry juice is good for gout. My uncle had it and it helped him and my cousin

[@cassandrahammomd1436]

Several years ago i had heard of tart cherry juice to help sleep, there was nothing mixed with it. I just drank a small glass in the evening. I didn’t really notice a difference because i I sleep good but i liked it ( and my granddaughters like it) lol

[@jasminwiebe8242]

I'm looking forward for your update

[@deeleb5064]

You are such a consciencous buyer. I admire that! being from Louisiana, I wish that you would think about buying the foreign shrimp and support American fishermen.

[@christinebaxter8660]

Hey Becky, have you heard of Seed Time? Jess from Roots & Refuge just did a webinar about it. Id love to see how you would use the program.

[@julliefillippi8155]

Tart cherry juice I take for hot flashes and inflammation.

[@Nantuella58]

I can't speak about whether the tart red cherry juice will help you sleep, but I can tell you that it is good for relieving gout.

[@SandraHill-b4p]

Hi Becky, Thought about you today while at Ollie’s. I know how you like a good place mat to use while prepping. Ollie’s had these really nice ones ( great quality) for $1.19 each. If you have that store you may want to check them out. Have a blessed day.

[@alexgalligan8743]

❤ Becky’s videos.

[@pugpuzzle7816]

I LOVE Gochujang!! I make a Korean BBQ sauce with it that is incredible on fried chicken strips! Or I use it when I make tuna salad...it basically is great on anything LOL! I am also SO jealous that you can get raw milk! Here in Michigan, it is illegal to sell raw milk. 😥

[@nrwilliams100]

Tart cherry juice is pucker tart. It helps with arthritis.

[@MelissaLhagan]

The Marry Me Chicken is amazing!!! One of our families favorites.

[@melissamatthews6174]

I’m unintentionally growing sweet potato slips in my pantry 😆

[@donnawisner1481]

Thanks Becky. Just becareful of the magnesium you take. I know first hand. I dont know what you got but Magnesium Glycinate is the kind you want. Other kind can cause gastro issues if you know what I mean.

[@deborahbaughman1366]

Tart cherry juice is good for joints

[@krisirolfe4332]

Make honey mustard dressing with the glass jar mustard you bought

[@radmilamiljanic5977]

Becky, if that plant is filodendron ( am not sure what t is called there), it should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

[@coreyharley08]

Hey! Is there anyway possible you could list your recipes for your valentines treats ahead of time? I'd like to do a cook with you. Hope you're having a good day!

[@joycelynterrebonne619]

I would SO love to give you some good shrimp from the waters of south Louisiana! Love your videos!

[@brendadodd1075]

I gotta tell you Becy. i have finally tried both Celantro Rice and Jasmine rice. Tjpugh this vidoe has nothing to do with either. lol. had to share as you have taught me about the rice. Thank you

[@ajricesmommyx2]

I’m so glad you got napkins and not tissue for your boxes. You have to be careful and use food grade tissue for baked goods. Often tissue isn’t safe for food items. I’ll often use parchment or wax paper from Sam’s that restaurants use in take out orders in my gift boxes to ensure they are food safe.

[@BrittPelt]

The makeup is on point today!

[@wendypeckinpaugh1078]

You really should get copper straws. Have you researched electroculture and your garden? I did it last year and the results were amazing...even my determinate tomatoes kept on producing...it was crazy.

[@deborahmorton5893]

Tart cherry juice also has anti-inflammatory properties and is good for arthritis and gout.

[@brendam.5932]

A topical magnesium gel has been a game changer for better sleep for me. It's also great for when I know I've overdone it and will be sore/in pain. Slapping that stuff on before bed really helps me wake up not feeling as sore. Oral magnesium supplements can cause digestive upset, so be cautious there if you have any sensitivities.

[@vickiewalker184]

Shishito peppers are very mild but they are prolific producers! You won't need to plant very many to have an abundance!

[@gigglesmomma5543]

Hi Friend! Wondering how your going to recycle those glass mustard jars? Love your videos, I watch everyone of them! I consider you my friend ❤

[@christinataylor784]

I know that you love corn and processed a lot of it. I also know you love Mexican food. So the other week I made Esquites which is Mexican street corn salad. It's basically elote but off the Cob. You should try it. It is very delicious. Just a suggestion for you Becky.

[@KatRN1000]

Magnesium is main ingredient in milk of magnesia.

[@kathiepitts835]

Watch out for Diarrhea in that case 😮

[@MsFresh619]

I'm gonna try going my own sweet potato slips like this right now

[@rebeccalongoria631]

I have gout and i drink a little tart cherry juice everyday my doctor recommended it i don't know if it works for anything else but im able to keep my gout flare up down

[@emilyk1160]

Blistered shishitos are bomb!!!

[@MariePatterson-il1gx]

Becky I watch you every day. I notice you thaw out your meat and make freezer meals and then refreeze the meal. I didn't know you could do that. I am excited to start making your marinated meats so I can use them on the grill this summer. I love watching you.

[@julieagain]

I know the magnesium at night helps me sleep. I’ve been doing it for years. The magnesium helps with my restless legs & muscle tension. If I forget to take it I have a very restless sleep

[@suzsnide03]

Love your content. Just curious, was there anything that you set aside that you wanted to use up that you didn't get to?

[@AcreHomestead]

I didn't use any of the cod I had to make fish tacos so that is on my list still to do :)

[@sadiemae263]

Can you please let me know how the shrimp tastes? I heard they are delicious. Love your show:)😊

[@dshann3003]

use the seeds from those peppers

[@emilyg6764]

You pronounced gochujang correctly! However, it isn’t the same ingredient to make kimchi. It only uses the same pepper which is very similar to Kashmiri chili if ever you need a substitute for the pepper flakes. 😊

[@tigerlilly03152012]

Does anyone know if the chocolate covered pretzels are peanut free? I used tart cherry juice for my kids. It works. Just a small amount with apple juice warmed or with hot apple cider.

[@Melaystuff]

I'm wondering if you can find a cookie recipe with gochugang! A sweet and salty cookie with a hint of spice could be interesting (like cinnamon hearts a little sweet and tongue numbing!)

[@kathiepitts835]

I saw a recipe using the gochujang and caramel 😊

[@judithcordell1139]

What is your name if we are not new? I continue to wonder❤

[@charityasquith1982]

Becky

[@SusanWilliams-w6f]

Cut ends of green onions plant dirt you will have green onions

[@Daniiellle25]

Argentina shrimp is the best. Tastes like lobster