FOOD SECURITY FOR THE TIMES WERE LIVING IN | PANTRY TOUR FOR OUR FAMILY OF 10

Hey everyone,
I want to share our pantry tour and the importance of having a well stocked pantry. There are so many issues right now with the economy, inflation, and global crises. Having a well stocked pantry can give you some peace knowing you can still feed your family in difficult times - whatever diffulties may come. I was sick filming this video and it took quite a bit of editing to make it look right so bear with me throughout it. Thanks for being here!!
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[@marge3157]

This is quite possibly the most beautiful pantry I have ever seen.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Awe, thank you so much! That means a lot to me! It was a lot of work.😊

[@charmainescarborough5646]

I really like the lay out of your pantry, it's very well organized and lots of space.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you!

[@charmainescarborough5646]

@@rockymountainhomesteadangela Your very welcome!

[@shawnnagarner3551]

For anyone just starting out, buy what you eat! Also take $5 a week to buy items to stock up on and definitely don't forget the spices. Depending on the store, $5 can buy a lot of extras. And rotate it out.

[@silviamagda]

Yes! I do that too. I buy some extra things weekly.

[@cmahesse]

I always buy spices when they're buy one get one. 🙂

[@gailcurl8663]

$5.00 Won't buy Crap!! At this rate, it will take you Years and Years to build up a Good Supply. If your just "Getting Started" it's already Too Late!! Sorry!!

[@crissytuttle2132]

@@gailcurl8663 People become aware and start when they start. Why not be an encourager? Rather than making people feel like they can't do anything now. Everything counts, no matter how small or when they start. Often times, a small act can build a person's momentum to do more.

[@christines2787]

Absolutely , get the backbone of meals, then add the extras to add variety. Dried fruit, spices, nuts add a boost of both nutrients and flavor.

[@ohiofarmgirl3384]

I literally gasped when you opened your pantry door. Your set up is amazing! I was surprised to hear that the freeze dryer raises electric bill that much. No one is talking about that part. We will be empty nesters this fall so one would be overkill for us at this point.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much!! We were surprised when we received the bills on the months we've ran it. Our next bill, I will try to do a video with more detail on it. I agree. It is an important detail being left out that could be a make or break for people.

[@meggo6673]

We are off grid and rely solely on solar with a backup propane generator. We can only use our freeze drier in the summer when we have abundant sun because otherwise we’d be paying so much in propane. So it only makes sense for us to freeze dry certain things otherwise it’s cost prohibitive.

[@IoneEvans]

I was going to say the same thing 💯

[@k9chaos342]

That's ridiculous. My freeze dryer runs every day and my power bill has never been a problem. Approximately $3 a batch. Keep it real. .

[@Ozarkmountainoutback1]

​@@k9chaos342 we all have different electric rates. I am in a coop and we are about .089 cents per kwh but many people have double or triple that.

[@nicolewatters4062]

I've only recently started food preservation and backup food storage. It makes me feel good to feel prepared instead of scared. ❤

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

I agree! 😊

[@susanmurten6178]

""My can that I pressure corned" Angela I swear you're my sister. 😂

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

😂 Trust me, the editing was pretty brutal on this one. My brains fried! 🤣

[@thegraymarlin]

We totally need a bloopers video!!!

[@jenniferbrown483]

I loved that too!

[@IoneEvans]

This pantry is the wealth I aspire to have. Food security is higher on my list than monetary ❤

[@bevdixon9615]

Me too❤

[@chocolate7810]

So pretty!! But yet so practical!! I would definitely be interested in seeing your dehydrated vegetable mix ingredients as a video!

[@hollyu48]

Oh gosh, I have kitchen and pantry envy. Thanks for sharing

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

❤️

[@jenniferharris1761]

Beautiful storage! Be surento keep the temps low wherever you store longer term items. Great job!

[@cherylmeeks2688]

Thank you for showing your pantry. It gives all of us watching different ideas. Love your videos.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much!!

[@cofoothills]

Great food storage -- where are all your empty canning jars, the canner, the big water bath pot, the crock pot, the cast iron, etc.??? Love seeing your organizational skills.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you! I keep all of those things in our mechanical room. We have a good amount of space down there. The cast irons I have are hanging on the log wall in our dining room near the dinner table.

[@susanb1843]

My best advice is only buy what you will actually eat. We learned this the hard way. I'm sure alot of people found this out also. Mac and cheese is a must. Not the powder kind. Variety of chips and crackers, all sorts of spices and sauces for tons of flavor, pasta, all our musts. We found out we don't use canned tomatoes, or canned beans except refried. That surprised us. Love your videos. Your pantry is great.

[@Ksenia0707]

Mama of 8 and so organized!!! Just wow!! Love it.

[@n.a.garciafamily]

That tidbit about the electric cost for the freeze dryer just quenched my desire for that item. 😮 Thank you for saying that!!!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

You're welcome! We have a love/hate relationship with ours. 😂

[@aloras405]

It depends on your area. Some people have different rates so the cost depends. I’ve seen some people who have said it hasn’t raised their rates at all hardly and some people say it’s expensive for them. You just have to do your research.

[@lindaarnold3091]

I feel so bad and I am shocked your light bill is so high when you use your freeze dryer! I did not see significant increase over $30 a month when I use it regularly. Have you had someone look into this for you? Also, your pantry is so well organized, it is beautiful!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much! Our electrician who works for my husband came out when he installed the dedicated 20 Amp circuit for the freeze dryer. He was also out recently for some other projects, but we didn't mention anything to him. We are going to go into the details on our next electric bill. I've heard people say they did not see much increase, and I have heard people say their bill to run theirs was higher than ours, so it'll be interesting to see the breakdown of the details. I think a lot may have to do with location and what type of energy peoples homes run off of. We will be doing a video on our situation soon!

[@thecountrythread]

We don't see a difference in ours. I run mine every weekend (4 times a month), definitely have it checked.

[@LA-mn7jr]

@@rockymountainhomesteadangela I had the same reaction! We haven't noticed a difference in our bill. I hate that for you! Freeze drying has been a game changer for preserving my garden harvest. I would love to see your update on this.

[@patriciacallen9653]

The price of her electric bill scared me too! Wow I want a freeze dryer but not if my bill will increase that much.

[@katherine-ow9mm]

I just went and cleaned, restacked my Sam’s spices horizontally! Genius😃 Love your channel! I can only dream of such a pantry❤️

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Awe, thank you so much! ❤️

[@debbiealtman5373]

I absolutely love your pantry and the other spaces throughout your home kitchen where you have short term and long-term storage for food. The pantry that you redid is gorgeous can’t say enough about it. I love stuff like that. . That’s why I paused the video sometimes and just stare in aww! I can sort it out in my head and get ideas from what you’ve done. Their ideas not copycats because I don’t have the same space you do.. Hope you get to feeling better soon. Certainly no fun being sick. Take care of yourself and we’ll see you when you get better.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you very much! I appreciate you and your sweet comment. ❤️

[@debbiealtman5373]

@@rockymountainhomesteadangela 🥰 aww thanks

[@shannonkernall-singh9611]

I've been looking forward to this video, and it did not disappoint! Everything looks so organized and beautiful.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Awe, thank you so much!! ❤️

[@onelittlemiracle241]

The sweet tea story! 😂 I’m a Southern girl and I promise you, that has happened to the best of us. (It’s funny in hindsight, but not at the moment-especially for the person who takes the first “sip”!) Beautiful pantry!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much! I agree. It's funnier looking back than it is in the moment 😂

[@deltorres2100]

I too only use glass .. True story I had some oaks -Road Oaks in a plastic tub and when I went to go get it and it was a brand new bag or box of oatmeal. It was all moldy so I threw it out and I’m using that plastic tub for garden fertilizer but I end up buying big mason jars the gallon ones or half quart half gallon and I just now because Glass is much better than the plastic. 🌱

[@J_LOVES_ME]

Wow, that is good that you mention the electricity when running the freeze drier! No one has ever mentioned that before.... that is a lot of money!

[@jordanahinkson9630]

I was canning peaches and mixed up my unlabeled salt and sugar. Thankfully, I caught it before I canned it. I had to soak and rinse the peaches. I was able to save them and can them just fine. My dad was staying with us and surprised us with French toast. He said I was lucky that he sniffed my unlabled spices because we almost got paprika instead of cinnamon. My husband put sugar sprinkles in his dad's coffee instead of sugar. I now label. 😂

[@jillmarie4155]

Your new pantry ahekves look amazing. If you hate that label on the kale jar then try lemon essential oil. I've had great luck removing the sticky backing of labels off of jars with it. Also if you are worried something may fall off of the shelves I've seen people put a bungee cord across each shelf. Apparently it works great.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you!!! 😊

[@conniewach7872]

You have really stocked up nicely for your family. Everything looks great & very well organized. Hopefully this will help you with your cooking. Thanks for sharing!❤

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much! 😊 🩷

[@MJM8715]

When you pointed to the Iodized Salt - I laughed out loud and when hubby snuck a cup 😂😂😂😂

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Oh it was SO funny. I seriously thought it was sugar and when he spit it out and asked me if it was a prank I was so confused. Then it hit me all at once - the unlabeled bucket, it not dissolving normally and the face he made drinking it!! Ooops ha ha

[@sandramullen7804]

Angela ! you have it all down to a fine art . Using every bit of the animal and feeding not just your family but your pets too . Wonderful ,it really is well done ✅👍

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Wow, thank you so much!

[@ArkansasSquaw]

Yay!!!! I've been waiting for your pantry tour video❤❤❤. Thanks so much! Everything looks absolutely amazing.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you!! 😊❤️

[@laurarowland7926]

It absolutely awesome!!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much!

[@cherylsims24]

Thank you for the video. Lots of good ideas and information. Hope you feel better soon.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much! 🌻

[@lifeaschronicallyingrid]

How I’m aspiring to be once my husband and I buy our first house. We live in a studio and I’m currently just growing tomatoes but I want my own homestead and I want to preserve my food like this. You have such a gorgeous pantry and your kids will absolutely appreciate you cooking delicious homemade organic foods. May God bless you and your family! ❤

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much!! I hope you find the perfect place with property to fit your needs and dreams! ❤️🪻

[@Vic187]

Great inspo video. My husband is going to build a pantry for me this year since our little cabinet doesnt cut it for our family of 5

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

❤️

[@Steve-iw2ir]

You have a beautiful pantry, and with teenagers in the house all that food should last you about 3 weeks.😆Also, thanks for letting us know how much it costs to run the freeze dryer. I've been wondering about the cost for some time.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much! It's sad but very accurate. I used to have a years worth of food.... not so much these days 😅 we will be doing a video next electric bill with more details on the freeze dryer. Nobody seems to share that detail I've noticed. Hopefully, it'll be helpful for others.

[@Sidniler]

I also have my first pressure canned glas of water. And I'm keeping it! It's a great reminder.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

❤️

[@debbiecanada8204]

Awesome job kiddo! I hope you get well soon 💖🤗✨🙏✨

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you 🤗

[@Saraleee2919]

Love ❤ the pantry please do a freezer video 😀

[@dessebasey2750]

We have friends that are off grid and totally ready. They have bees and my husband just ordered 5 gal bucket of honey because i told him we could survive on honey alone. Happy birthday to me!

[@KathyHuffman-i9d]

Awesome happy birthday

[@Masterclassonlife]

Wow! Amazing pantries. Thanks for sharing storage tips. How do you fully reconstitute dehydrated celery?

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you! I love to throw the celery into soups, stews, and roasts. I sometimes sautee it for homemade stuffing with the onions and butter in the stove. The hot liquid reconstitutes the celery on its own. If you want to reconstitute it on its own, I just put it in a bowl of boiling water for 10-15 min. 😊

[@karenhoffart7431]

Awesome pantry!! Feel better soon❤️

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you!! 😊

[@dessebasey2750]

Impressive! Thanks for sharing. Its Sept 2024.. i woke up 2 weeks ago with an urgency to get ready. We are inventorying our Go bags, first aid and food. I have been busy on Amazon getting some holes filled. I am donating every 2 weeks to a family that needs help. I am holding on to alot of the store bought meats, because we have neighbors that are not ready, even tho they are awake. God bless

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

It's a great time to inventory our preps. There is definitely a lot of heat right now, and tensions are building. You are doing the right thing to be sure your family's needs are met. God will provide the rest.

[@Myfavorites877]

Beautiful pantry. I laughed at your story about the sweet tea with salt. I remember about 45 years ago, I made a Mississippi Mud Cake with mom’s canning salt that for some reason she had stored in the Sugar canister. It was a huge disappointment. 😂

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Oh, I would have been disappointed, too. Especially if I was expecting to eat cake! 😋 Those stories are always funny to look back on, but not in the moment 😂

[@Myfavorites877]

@@rockymountainhomesteadangela it was a huge disappointment for sure!

[@rowebil00]

3:30 it is always essential to have more than a few cans of chucked chicken breast on stock. I think it is literally in the top 10 of the highest rated items of a Member's Mark product. Net weight of 4.69 pounds for $12.

[@AdarableKitten]

"the can that I pressure corned" Cracked me up!!! XD

[@lizshearer7846]

Put nuts in freezer. Can go rancid on shelf. I love your shelves and organization! Good job!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much!

[@JustMe-oi9ms]

⁠@@rockymountainhomesteadangelaI learned the hard way. Bought a big bag of walnuts and the oils turned them rancid.😢 Had to throw the whole bag away. What a waste.🤦🏻‍♀️

[@vonnnner]

Incredible pantry. As a vegan, I loved your large variety of veggies, fruits, nuts, and grains. Your pantry is truly inspiring!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@GreenLifeInDublin]

Love the look of all of this preparedness! Well done You guys.

[@stephineellerbe3526]

Beautiful! Try a solar panel for the freeze dryer

[@lifeofmatilda]

My second video of yours loving your channel so far ❤❤

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much, and welcome!! 😊🩷

[@tammycrawford1221]

I just saw you are a fire fighter! ❤My hubby has been a fire fighter for 50 years. He started when he was 15 years old

[@kairifan12]

I'm still watching and excited! But, woah! Every other review of freeze driers has said that running it was cost effective. Have you heard those reviews, too?

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you for still watching! We're going to do a video on the cost with our next electric bill and go over more details. But running it for a week did increase our bill $200 for sure!!

[@kairifan12]

@rockymountainhomesteadwith8092 awesome, thank you! Looking forward to the next video 😊🥂

[@onelittlemiracle241]

Thank you for your honesty! I would go completely crazy the first few weeks, so it’s great to know the huge jump in utility costs to expect.

[@kbinge592]

Wow! I hooked mine to a watt meter, and it costs me less than $3 a load. I haven’t seen any noticeable increases in my electric bill when running mine. Perhaps have a conversation with your power company.

[@pamdore9292]

Same hear! My husband did the same thing! He grabbed the salt canister-I didn’t mark it! He ran outside to spit it out and then dump the sweet -salty tea!

[@tammyr2966]

First time seeing your channel! I absolutely love your beautiful pantry and how well you organized everything! I’m taking notes for when I have a house with a pantry and for now with just my kitchen cupboards!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thanks so much and thank you for being here!!

[@aminahisrael5939]

The parts of your home are beautiful, I pray your spouse is a great provider and children appreciates you. I will be using many of your ideas, some I have know but, we never know it all. ❤😊😊

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so very much!! I'm always learning something new as well 😊

[@JanalynVoigt]

I never noticed that powdered garlic and ginger are the same color until one Thanksgiving pie-making session. Yep. I totally get you on the need to label your supplies.

[@karlamandrell3954]

Beautiful pantry, you are prepared! Feel better soon🙏. I haven't the room you do, in apartment. Yet Im creative in storage 🙃 .

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you!! 🩷

[@LisaMetz-i3k]

Beautiful!! Quick tip- take baking soda and oil(the only thing I use a cheap vegetable oil for LOL) mix it into a paste, let it sit for 10-15 minutes on the sticky residue of a label and then scrub the rest off.

[@CherylArnariak]

Love your pantry! What kind of dehydrator do you have? I am looking into one and I want to make sure I get a good one. Thanks!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much! This is the make/model I have. It's actually on a really good sale right now. I bought mine full price. amzn.to/4ayqvVx

[@kristy22]

What items do you like dehydrated better than FD? What’s you’re favorite things you’ve FD so far? Hope you’re feeling better!

[@LaurieShumaker]

Hi Angela, just watched your pantry tour and wow it looks awesome. Good job! Although I did notice that you had 2 cans of Crisco in your pantry. Please take some advice and smell it before using it, I don't know how long you've had it in your pantry, but it does spoil over time. I had some on my pantry shelf and had used it for popcorn and yea, popcorn had a funny smell and taste to it. So I opened up the lid of the crisco can and whew it was rancid. I didn't noticed it before I made the popcorn but I noticed the date of the can and yea it was well past the due date. Thanks for sharing your video. Love & hugs Laurie from Waterloo, Indiana.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much! I have definitely noticed discoloring before with one in the back I forgot about. Thankfully I noticed so never got as far as consuming it. 😊

[@siuriuslila135]

You and My Mom would be great friends. it has been her dream to have a pantry (and kitchen) like yours. I do love your pantry as well. its was just so exciting to see her happy when she saw this video. ❤

[@tinagale7840]

This past summer, I made my own ketchup for the first time. It doesn't have the same consistency as mass produced ketchup, but.......as long as I can keep growing my own tomatoes, i'll never go back to store bought ketchup. Oh my goodness? Homemade is the bomb!!!

[@tinagale7840]

I added salt to my tea once as well. My husband had the same reaction as your husband did. I quickly made sure my salt bucket was properly labeled. I never made that mistake again!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

I'm glad it wasn't just me 😅

[@renecasteel]

Great video. Hope you feel better.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you!

[@MGCMG980]

This is truly labor of love! You guys did very well, you can be proud of yourself, so much work! 🫶🩷🤗

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much!!

[@marcyfarrell5369]

What a beautiful use of this space.

[@debbiesykes5491]

Your pantry is just beautiful thanks for sharing

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you! 🤗

[@user-em5rr7cx1l]

Such a beautifully organized pantry! Thank you for sharing a tour of your working pantry! Definitely gave me some ideas on how to organize mine.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

I'm so happy to hear that, thank you!

[@angelbabe1977]

I miss my stand up freezers and huge deep freeze (literally like 6ft long and stomach deep (im 5'5") and at least 3fr thick) i had yrs ago. I used to premake breakfast foods, my own tv dinners, soups, freezer slaw (i aint had it in yrs and loved it so much!). Im wanting to make my own ketchup and pickles and such cause we go through so much of it. My grandma used to make creamed corn and such and it was so good. Im 47 and just want to get into this again, or to start.

[@mamadoom9724]

Off the subject but that’s a beautiful kitchen you have. I can’t wait to update my kitchen when I can afford it. I spend so much time in my kitchen so it’s going to be great when that time comes! Your house and pantry are just lovely.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so much!! We put a lot of work into building that area. I live in my kitchen all day, too! 😊

[@jenniferharris1761]

Keep all your food...this is a crazy election year!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Yes! Hubby watched the video and said the same thing. Then, as soon as I got done editing the video, the breaking news came out saying we're on the brink of an all-out war. I was like, well, we may not eat those foods often, but we can find ways to incorporate them into our meals. 😅

[@jenniferharris1761]

Exactly! Hawaiian pineapple rice with spam is one recipe I have seen, if that helps!

[@donnawisner1481]

Pantry looks awesome. I might have missed it but what's the latest on your health stuff. Still waiting on testing?

[@LarennPBel]

WHERE DID YOU GET THOSE 12:48s BIG GLASS JARS WITH THE GOLDISH TOPS? PLEASE PLEASE!!!!!!!! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE.😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@snowymountainmama]

This pantry is Beautiful!!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you so very much! ❤️

[@angelal6700]

Roast in a jar is the best! Chuck roast, Boston butt pork, leg of lamb. Trim fat, cut chunks to fit thru jar mouth. Dry seasonings [salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, steak seasonings, etc] on each side. Sizzling hot pan, SEAR every side. 1" broth in 🫙, stuff 🫙, push it down! Extra room?, add some liquid-makes great gravy starter. Process. Just mom and me, a qt will give us 4 skimpy servings of meat, because I do add more liquid rather than packing it in. (Just bought a saurkraut pounder.) Ground beef, I add a jar of black beans and lentils on taco night, plain lentils for Italian or shepherds pie. 😊 Hawaiian-style Chinese. SPAM, cube it and sear it; drained can of 🍍 chunks, cut smaller, sear in same pan. Stir fry veges, fried rice. Sweet&sour sauce.

[@kathleencole9546]

You are beyond amazing...that is the most beautiful pantry I've ever seen!!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Wow, thank you so much!!

[@christinalitton5999]

Beautiful pantry. You look to be well stocked.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you! 🤗

[@Sue-jn9sv]

I watch our electric bill closely, we have not had much increase do to running our freeze dryer. Ours run daily. You may want to attach a meter to test usage.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

There's no need to. There were no other changes to the way we do things other than running the freeze dryer. We run multiple washers and dryers every day, multiple fridges and freezers and we are home mostly all day so we run more things than most homes and we've never had high electric bills. My husband and I plan to do a video sharing more details on the actual costs for us running a freeze dryer with our next bill.

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Not sure the size you have but running it daily... I can't imagine it not increasing your electric bill significantly!! We have the large size freeze dryer, which required it's own 20 Amp circuit because it draws up to 16 amps per hour(more than 1500 watts)

[@Sue-jn9sv]

@@rockymountainhomesteadangela Ours is a medium, with the 5 tray addition, it also has a dedicated 20 amp circuit. 🤔

[@Wandasbeautifulbling]

Just found your channel! Love it! Your home is beautiful! I love your kitchen so pretty! Can't wait to try some of your recipes! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thanks so much! Welcome to the channel ❤️

[@debbierester295]

What a beautiful pantry! All your canned goods!

[@peytonsassafrass2207]

Hi, I just found your channel and I love it! I'm also a homesteader living in Colorado with my family.❤

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Welcome to the channel! We live in such a beautiful state! 😊

[@dessebasey2750]

I realized that i didnt have a cast iron dutch oven to use on a camp fire. Once the lights go out, fuel runs out.. we will need to use the fire pit. Stay safe and God Bless

[@Tryme7700]

That's an amazing pantry, 😮 8 kids? I had 2 and was going crazy. God bless your beautiful family family.

[@aiulina]

your pantry looks amazing and well organized! where do you buy that Rocky Mountain olive oil in Fort Collins? Also - do you prepare frozen meals for back-up?

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you!! The store is actually called Rocky Mountain Olive Oil. It's on N College Ave a couple doors down from The Still Whiskey Steaks. They have samples you can try and hundreds of different flavors. I haven't done freezer meals for a while. When I make some room in the freezer, I'll be doing some and will do a video on our favorite meals! 🩷

[@aiulina]

@@rockymountainhomesteadangela thank you, I'll go check the store, I like flavored oils!

[@jimlong2217]

Nice work. People listen to people like this. It is coming soon. Stay safe and good luck

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thanks, you too!

[@starrstylist7441]

You have the most beautiful home. And I love your storage area and cabinets! You are a little clean freak hehe I admire that :) It was NOT an insult haha And with a family of 10 no less! YOU GO GIRL! I have been prepping for almost 5 years and FINALLY just got a 12x22 room to be my "prepping Pantry". I LOVE IT! It's exciting to be able to clean my house out from storing things EVERYWHERE lol Have a blessed day and thanks for sharing!

[@kathytremblay4351]

Amazing pantry, thank you for sharing

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you! 😊

[@cathykillion6544]

Enjoyed your pantry tour ❤️

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you!!

[@kellyh4052]

Your pantry is beautiful! As far as the cost of your freeze dryer electric bill is really high. I have two mediums (wish I would of just got the large) and do really long runs and really don't notice much of a difference. My daughter has the large and has never said anything about her electric bill. I love your channel; my daughter gifted me with 5 grandkids. I do monthly pickups from Azure Standard and you gave me great ideas for the kids, I love the organic snacks they have. My pick up is tomorrow so I'll be throwing in some (all frozen and chopped) onions, celery and mixed peppers in the freeze dryers. God Bless!

[@stephaniemeadows6796]

Love your pantry I am going to teach my self to can this winter

[@kathys9786]

I have the large freeze dryer and my electric bill barely rises when I use it. Is yours the extra large one?

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Ours is the large one. I'm almost positive. It needed the dedicated 20-amp circuit. We're going to be looking at the details on our next electric bill and running it by the electrician my husband uses.

[@jankasza5538]

Absolutely AMAZING! 😳Talk about an Overachiever/Amazing woman!

[@JEHomestead]

Beautiful pantry!! You said your freeze dryer in one week of running was $200 extra? Ours is only $4.00 a day. That just doesn’t sound right ?

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

@JEHomestead Thank you so much!! We did speak to the electrician my husband uses on his jobs. He said because it's such a high ampage (ours is a size large) and it's the one that needs the dedicated circuit. It has a lot to do with using it during peak hours. Every place has different costs for electricity. Some places don't even have peak hours where they charge more, but we do. Ours is a high cost, so if I run mine for a couple of days straight, we see a jump in our bill. Of course, we didn't know this until we bought and used ours because very few people have made that complaint about it. I have met others who have the same issues with their bills. I think it all has to do with location.

[@meichelle2000]

Holy shit!! Im coming to your house for the apocalypse!! This is incredible!!!

[@barbarachalker7986]

Marvelous! Creative! Hard work!!

[@joannquesnel905]

Hope you feel better soon

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you! ❤️

[@lisanowakow3688]

You opened the pantry and I heard singing - aaaahhhhhhhh!😊

[@jomar9024]

Being that I used to have it when I was little I'm not a fan of spam either however the 25% less salt is not bad. Definitely something I would keep in the pantry along with other canned/ potted meats in my opinion

[@dianejohanson98]

Great job on your organization! I have a good sized pantry and it’s fairly stocked, not like yours since there’s only 3 of us, but enough to keep us for a while. I don’t cook as much as I should though. But I’m 70. Not as much energy as you have unfortunately! I do make homemade vanilla. I can only imagine getting a huge gulp of salty tea! I have heard of people getting salt and sugar mixed up when making a cake though! Ick!

[@shareedavison174]

Wow you are so organised. That all looks amazing 😊

[@piotr277]

I was watching and thinking "how many people are you feeding with all of this?", then I saw the "8 kids" in your intro. 🤣 Good job! 👌

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Thank you! I homeschool too, so with making three meals a day every day, nothing lasts long enough in our home. 😅