ONCE A MONTH GROCERY HAUL 2020 DURING A PANDEMIC | SHOP WITH ME ON A BUDGET

[@nikkibadzik3948]

You can add the wine to a glass. I hear it's really good 😉

[@FrugalFitMom]

LOL!

[@jenhigg1]

Not Sutter Home. Sorry, from CA wine country here. LOL!

[@tammysiltanen884]

Hahahahahahaha

[@Ashaliyeva]

@@jenhigg1 I don’t really like alcohol, so I rarely drink, but I’m also from California and can totally agree with you on the wine thing, lol! The cheapy stuff is just fine for cooking though- 2 buck Chuck from TJ’s, always a winner! 😋

[@ilovesunsets]

Minced meat with some wine, cinnamon and cloves is very nice!

[@rosegroshek1218]

Coming from a dairy farming family in Wisconsin that sign at Walmart means so much. I haven’t seen that here though. Kudos to supporting your local farmers markets!

[@rhiahlMT]

Haven't seen it in Montana either. Milk is pretty bare. Haven't been out in 2 weeks or more though. Cheese, I grab every chance I get. :)

[@emayie61]

At our Walmart we're limited to 2 milks. At our WinCo there's no limit.

[@sarahjohnson9267]

My husband bought extra when he was shopping because they said please buy it. It depends on the store. I think they don't need to limit it anymore?! People may be drinking less to delay shopping.

[@carlysand7771]

Grocery store worker in Wisconsin here. You'll be glad to know we have them here!

[@nicolee3073]

Rose.... I wish you lived closer so I could directly support your family. Seeing images of milk being poured down the drain breaks my heart

[@HotRoz2]

Good Morning Christine! As a nurse that works in a Major ICU in Downtown Sacramento. I am a Southern Girl from a small town North of New Orleans ( Slidell). I am widowed , with no children. But my brother that passed away, his son, daughter in law, and there 3 small children live with me. When I am off from work, I isolate away from the family. I just want to keep them safe. I love watching KZbin and your channel was recommended to me. I am addicted to your channel. Yes , I binge watch . I love seeing a happy marriage, with a beautiful family that you can see the love. Plus you make supper yummy food. I just purchased one of the 8 quart Instapot, that does everything. I found it a wholesale with a little tiny dent for 80 dollars , In pristine condition. So I am thankful for your bean recipe last week! Have an amazing week.

[@FrugalFitMom]

Roz Hall-Sharp I’ve been to Slidell!

[@kristinhungerford3399]

To have your asparagus last longer, cut the ends off and stand it up in a cup of water in the fridge. It will last at least a week that way. 😊

[@kcmarie3774]

I love your sense of humor. Your comments tickle me. I love your grocery and cooking videos!

[@FrugalFitMom]

😊 thank you

[@olgawitham8030]

Hi Chris. We often slice up oranges (as rings) and eat them as a salad with olive oil...sometimes we do it with apples as well but the apples get oil vinegar and salt added. We also make salad with slightly blanched broccoli, green beans ,cauliflower and blanched slices of zucchini. I'm an Aussie with an Italian background. You can also add pine nuts or crispy prosciutto to the salads. I often mix my Australian and Italian backgrounds together,

[@KarlieJJohnson]

When my fridge is almost empty like yours was, I like to clean it before I load it up again. Saves me from having to pull a ton out first. 🌈

[@carlysand7771]

Grocery store worker here! We recommend that people just do their normal amount of shopping. While we do have most things back in stock again (save for cleaning products and yeast), we won't be able to handle people stock piling again. Not saying you are! Just a psa for everyone out there. As long as people shop reasonably, there should be no reason to worry about the grocery stores not having food again! Edit: also, check your local distilleries to see if they're making hand sanitizer.

[@suzem4569]

Thank you I appreciate hearing that and value your hard work!

[@falisiabailey]

This is her normal amount, right? It's how she shops

[@katasia68]

Fellow grocery store worker here. Yeah people do not realize that most grocery stores are only stocked for a 2-4 day supply. Panic shopping doesn't help anyone. After this, as a California resident, I started to think about how stores in hurricane areas handle pre storm shopping.

[@genxx2724]

@@katasia68 The pandemonium in the stores was nuts. In my opinion, there should have been a hard lock-down, with the National Guard dropping rations outside each home. Nobody allowed outside. Alternately, WWII ration booklets, so only what’s needed for each member of a household could be purchased. Everyone in our government is too young to know about this. I have my grandparents’ ration booklets. The coupon had to be detached in the presence of the clerk, so they could not be sold or traded. The booklets were issued monthly and expired at the end of the month. The cover said, “If you don’t need it, don’t buy it.” Either of these techniques would have eliminated the crowds, emptying of shelves, vulnerable people suffering without, and all the spread of virus in the stores.

[@katasia68]

@@genxx2724 I feel like after seeing the scenes in China and Italy that's what people were preparing for. I mean America now is a much different America than it was in WWII in terms of personal freedom and the idea of sacrifice for the betterment of the entire country. I do agree we needed a hard lockdown, however I don't think we are going to get one. I think we as a country are just too polarized and into our personal freedoms. We could have been setting the example for what to do, and now we're setting the example for what NOT to do. 😐

[@YoumatterDragonfly]

And it's actually satisfying when the things are touched. I feel my anxiety rise when I watch a haul and they're not touching anything. 😬

[@nicole1184]

4:04 the guy in the background totally had me cracking up.

[@SharonBurnettArtisan]

Camera ready LOL

[@FrugalFitMom]

I saw him, too! HA!

[@EverGreenHome]

@@FrugalFitMom 5 secs of fame!!

[@MissD1973]

lol yep made me laugh

[@bluejeanbaby871]

Same! 😆

[@ghc7400]

Air frier carrots and green beans! Could you show us how you make those?

[@Christie-ec1ty]

Was just about to ask the same question! 😊

[@melindaridinger3008]

I was going to ask also...

[@ghc7400]

I've got an air fryer. But don't really know how to use it for anything other the potato fries.

[@toshafocht743]

I was going to ask as well. What are carrot fries?? And green beans...???🤔 I never thought about those in the air fryer. 🤞 I can get some fresh on my next grocery pick up.

[@brieb777]

Gitte Clausen You’re missing out! Search it on KZbin! There’s SOOO many things.

[@debbielarsen4831]

I love that you talked about supporting local businesses and that you are letting folks know about the milk situation. Your channel is my favorite after John Krasinski's SGN. Sorry but the guy's always got the greatest news that makes me happy cry. lol! But I love your channel. I'm so glad you're here.

[@untilsherests]

A really good soup that we make with red wine. Cook uncased italian sausage with onion, add chopped bell pepper, zucchini, canned tomatoes undrained and I use beef broth and about a cup of red wine. Simmer until tender and then add some bow tie pasta and cook until done. Such a good flavor!

[@stefaniacattaneo3802]

I really love that you are buying LOCAL and if possible ORGANIC. I sometimes use your weekly menus and adapt them with organic produce and some grass fed meat. It is easier for us because we have a small family! It can get expensive.

[@lucyzoey5840]

Every time I watch some else's grocery haul, it makes me remember all the things I forgot.😁

[@deeskaggs4087]

lol, me too!!😄

[@roxeneballard8875]

Glad you are supporting your local businesses. We were going to travel across Canada east to west this summer. We have cancelled that part of our trailer trip and are planning on traveling in the US so we can support local businesses. Enjoy your channel.

[@bumblebee7922]

I LOVE how you were able to get the Farmers Market order! YUM YUM!!! Yes, I buy local all the time, as I am surrounded by farms, one being an organic farm. :) The organic one raises pigs and chickens, and gets grass fed beef sometimes, and always has tons of eggs.... Beautiful farm. :) Thank you for sharing all this with us. LOVE watching grocery/farm orders!!

[@letgo8118]

I save a lot of time by buying frozen diced peppers and frozen diced onions and stir fry peppers and onions. I always have about 10 bags in the freezer.

[@amilawstudent]

Those are amazing prices especially for the amount of produce and organic you got. The local aspect is also awesome.

[@bethreisman8869]

I always keep the 4 packs of wine on hand for cooking, cabernet and white. Perfect for sauces. No waste. Will last in fridge for a couple of weeks.

[@jgauz23]

It’s so different in New York. Coronavirus is all over, even in the Buffalo area. We are currently only sending my husband to the grocery store for essentials and you must wear a mask. feel very blessed and fortunate that your area is not very affected yet.

[@ForeverSlytherin]

Jessica Gaughan I live in Westchester County and it’s empty everywhere. I can’t even find frozen veggies or butter. I wish we had more farmers markets in my area

[@Catsmeow90]

Oh wow! The *yet* on the end of your comment sounded ominous. I suppose it can be hard to comprehend just how *bad* it is. Could we have ever thought when we heard of the first victims, just how bad it would get. I'm in the UK and I know exactly how you are feeling. There is never any good news.. But we all wait and hope.

[@bonnier432]

I agree. I'm not in New York but I can only imagine how difficult it is there. Prayers for you all to stay safe and healthy!

[@chrisj3931]

In Westchester as well, totally different. Definitely cannot get everything on your list.

[@jenniferputerio5116]

Long Island here, it’s like going on a scavenger hunt for basics and all the fruit and veggies fresh are half rotten

[@taunyaw2181]

I am so glad you all are not so affected by the virus! We are here in Mass unfortunately. We also had a conference in Feb that caused the main break out and things just went from there. Maybe if we would have shut down earlier we would already be out. Who knows. We are hopefully on the downturn after this week. Stay well!

[@lisalovatt7246]

Make a shepherds pie and when cooking the beef use the wine then. Make sure you cook it out otherwise it may taste too strong

[@michelehynes6705]

On the topic of milk I come from a dairy farming family, and one of the factors that makes milk spoil the fastest besides bacteria is light! So if anyone is living in a state where milk is still being limited and you need to get as long as possible out of a jug, not allowing it to sit out even after you get home from the store or letting it sit in a vehicle while you shop at other stores can help extend its shelf life.

[@mayrahayes7597]

Love how you are supporting local!! I live in a vsmall town also and we have been doing what we can to support the local businesses!!

[@blendedwithmadonnadevlin6520]

Thank you! Thank You! Thank You for shouting out the Dairy Farmers. I'm in Maine. My neighbors (dairy farm) received a letter last week that they will only be paid for 85% of their milk and the price being paid will be almost half of what they need to pay their bills! Thank you so much for supporting them!

[@angiesmith2877]

I CAN'T skip the cheese. Ever. Like if we were only going to have two foods in the house, one of them needs to be cheese, no matter what the other one is! 😂 I love that you were able to get so much fresh produce (and the chocolate chips, haha). This is fantastic!

[@TheNinnyfee]

You are really inspiring and so positive, I have been binge-watching today. A tip I want to share because it helps me to mix up my diet a little: If you can buy plain yoghurt in bulk and make your own flatbread/pizza dough with (self-made) self-raising flour and salt to taste. 1 cup yoghurt and 1 cup flour is the basis, depending on the yoghurt you need a little more or less flour, the dough is like pizza dough. You can freeze it and also store it in the fridge. I made rolls and (garlic) naan out of it already. It also works with vegan yoghurt and whole wheat flour. You can also add spices or other things to spice it up. So far it has been one of the cheapest and easiest bread recipes I ever found that also tastes nice.

[@michelecarriepardee6959]

Awesome haul! Way to support local farmers! 🎉❤

[@FrugalFitMom]

Thank you!! 😊

[@lilrustee]

I agree, always look at the price per unit! Bigger packages are not always cheaper! Plus, 4 smaller containers means each stays fresher longer.

[@gamergirl2120]

We still haven’t been back to the store in a month and have done the Target Shipt or drive up for stuff but we’ve also been getting orders from thrive or imperfect foods for our meats and veggies We definitely miss going to the store but cases are still going on in my major city and grocery store workers keep getting sick

[@amberlindo9560]

From a dairy farming family in Minnesota. ..Thank You for supporting your local farmers!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Our pleasure!

[@Lizzy43645]

The wine could be used for deglazing pans for any sauces - usually red meat is the best but you would work it with pork or chicken. Would also be good in the sauce for the stroganoff.

[@FrugalFitMom]

Thanks for the tips!

[@susanrohrlach2660]

It's such a joy to see you getting stoked and energized about a BRILLIANT grocery haul!!!! You certainly bring a smile to my face.......😊

[@FrugalFitMom]

🤗

[@yomeamo3886]

I could only wish to have deeply discounted produce like that here!

[@keener1137]

Ya...wraps are almost $4 in my Province. I woulda bought 20 of those packs @ .79 ! lol

[@MandyRoy425]

Keener saaaaaaame. It kills me that we pay so much for food in Canada.

[@daniellep3387]

Yes!!! It hurts so much when I see these prices and then have to pay so much for food in BC. I’m lucky if I can find a gallon of milk for less than 5$

[@theresas709]

I keep my asparagus in a little bit of water in the door of my fridge and it keeps for two to three weeks. We have a large movie cup and we use it just for asparagus. Just cut a little bit off the end so it soaks up water.Potatoes and onion and apples for that matter are best kept out of the refridge. Potatoes should be kept between 40 and 50 degrees F and most fridges are colder than that.

[@kimberlyfragozo3997]

We're having the same issue here in Arizona with the milk being dumped. We're a family a four and usually use two gallons a milk a month. Now I buy four a week directly from shamrock. We have to do out part. I make rice pudding, milk gelatin, smoothies every morning and anything I can think no of. Stay safe!

[@morga-ne]

@Luvcoffee You mean well I'm sure but I don't think it's the right time to promote this documentary, especially since it's quite criticized by some vegan too (I have Unnatural Vegan in mind). I'm not judging at all, simply in general plant base milk tends to be more expensive and during this hard times, it's good that she's supporting a local company.

[@violapastuszyn1349]

@@morga-ne Personally, I think it's fair to judge when one has just been judged.

[@juanapena6257]

You can also make your own ricotta cheese for lasagna and yogurt.

[@nicole1184]

Juana Pena I need to find out how to make that!!! Do you have a video to recommend?

[@namehere4954]

Since people don't like the plant based milk comment, most dairy in America is cow based casein A1 protein - this causes inflammation and grows cancer in the body. If you switched to sheep or goat, that is casein A2 protein which doesn't cause inflammation or grow cancer. Not all dairy is equal.

[@molecularbandit]

Seeing a fully stocked grocery store is wonderful. It's great to see that not everyone in the US is struggling to find what they need. I'm in Maryland and have only been out to the store twice in the last month but there were a lot of bare shelves.

[@booklover_gnosis]

"How the heck did that get in there?" I felt that one. That's me also after the grocery store with my youngest child.

[@christinachang740]

Leaf greens: roll each in paper towel, put in ziploc bag with air squeezed out and it will last a long time. For loose leaf like spinach, same concept just do a long roll of paper towel and spread out spinach in a thin layer (does NOT need to be a single layer).

[@brieb777]

Your tips are life-changing for so many! It proves you can eat healthy and spend the same as low-quality items. 💪🏼

[@danielletodd6065]

I get 6 gallons of milk for a week milk don't last very long in my house. We use it for cooking, kids use it for cereal. My little one drinks 3 to 6 cups of milk. My hubby loves milk and he drink randomly 4 cups lol. So yeah we buy alot of milk to help the farmers here in my state. I normally use milk for coffee if I ran out creamer so it goes pretty quickly. Great haul

[@cheythorn9346]

I'm lucky enough to have friends who go to the supermarket for me cause I can't go and risk my health - but it means that I end up with some interesting things!

[@garlicgirl3149]

😅😅😅 you are too sweet to just take it anyway.

[@MandyRoy425]

Hahah. What’s the weirdest thing you’ve had?

[@cheythorn9346]

@@garlicgirl3149 Of course, I'm just happy they go out for me!

[@cheythorn9346]

@@MandyRoy425 "They didn't have curry sauce but I got you some garlic"

[@MandyRoy425]

Chey Thorn hahahaha that’s a funny substitution.

[@LadyGoodeSpeaks]

Oh wow! I was in Idaho for a year(pocatello then Idaho Falls), and even went to the potato farm. Yet, I never heard anyone say to keep the dirt on to help preserve them! Thank you for that tip!

[@bumblebee7922]

You can cut off the bottoms of those lettuce heads, put in some water and re grow them! I did that with celery. Beautiful leaves.... FUN!

[@marisavogt181]

I'm currently regrowing my romaine it's fun.

[@bumblebee7922]

@@marisavogt181 That's SO COOL!!! It IS really fun!! :)

[@nicole1184]

I tried celery but it didn’t work for me. It sprouted but didn’t produce. I will have to try again. The simple things in life are considered fun again. I love this! Reminding us to slow down. We have had fires in our fire pit a few times. I love doing those!

[@hannahkarzin554]

I would really consider wearing a mask when you go out, even if your state doesn’t have a ton of cases. You never know who might be rolling into town, and some people might not know if they’re carrying the virus! I recently went to a very small town in the Midwest with very few cases (I wore a mask, was as safe as I could be, but no one around was wearing one) and I ended up getting Covid. Also, I like to wear a mask to be considerate :) if it makes others feel safer, I’m happy to do it!

[@EmmaAppleBerry]

Its so cheap there! 😲😲😲 *Cries in Australian* 😭😭😭

[@teresamoore3671]

EmmaAppleBerry I think it’s because of difference in pay.

[@alwayslearning9272]

You're not kidding! I live in SA so feel this every time I watch a video from the US.

[@ykook7000]

Australia has much higher minimum wage to the US so it's all relative

[@kennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn1242]

* Cries in Seattle* hahah

[@madisonjones1777]

*Cries in Canadian*

[@cassykeith1941]

Quick tip on extending the life of asparagus in your fridge, cut the ends off and put them in a jar, lid off with a few inches of water(replace/refill as needed). I’ve found my second shelf/middle of the fridge also gives you more time and doesn’t frost over. The last batch I got from sams and it lasted nearly a month still crisp and delicious!

[@crazy4jjc]

I am amazed that you can freeze milk! Would love a video with more information on what foods can be frozen and ways to kept food longer

[@rhiahlMT]

Jen Chapin did a video on it not too long ago. Worth a look.

[@nikkibadzik3948]

There's a great lady named jamerill Stewart who has a great video on what and how you can freeze things. She's fun to watch too.

[@FrozenPoisonDust]

I live in California and its completely different here. Especially in LA the majority of the places require you to wear a mask or no entry. Most people are following the 6ft apart, but not all. I do miss going out, but I only do it when necessary. Best of luck!

[@nataliej6279]

Wow you did awesome!! Your produce looks amazing! Bless you helping local, and the dairy farmers! 👍👍 Your ending total was unbelievable, you have alot of food. Tyfs, stay safe, stay well. Natalie☀️🌼😊🌷✝️

[@sandylfgrubb]

I don't drink wine, but I do use that merlot in the little bottles for cooking . It lasts a good while and I don't waste it as I would with a big bottle.

[@RobinFlysHigh]

One thing to note with WinCo is it seems that they do carry quite a few name brands, whereas Aldi hardly has any

[@RD-bq6uq]

LOL!!!!!

[@brendawhite9756]

Good for you supporting the local farmers.

[@findingaway5512]

I love Yukon gold. I usually buy that kind from the store that way I don't have to peel them I can just cook come and eat them.

[@FrugalFitMom]

Same here!

[@tinahinote4104]

At our stores in the area where you fill up your own containers with spices and nuts is roped off with tape and so is the area where you get the premade stuff like donuts or fountain drinks. Some places won't even let you go in the restroom. Went to the deli section for a couple pieces of cat fish there was hardly any sea food. I know they are not allowing fishing right now but I didn't realize that meant for the big boats for food supply too! Crazy stuff!

[@KarlieJJohnson]

Put asparagus in a cup with water in the bottom. Makes them last longer in the fridge. 👍

[@violapastuszyn1349]

Yup. Came down here to say. I'm cooking some asparagus tonight that I bought maybe ten days ago. I changed out the water once in the fridge and they're as fresh as the day I bought them. I use a quart container so I can just stand them up like flowers in a vase.

[@heathermcdonald460]

Me too lol. I change the water every couple days

[@ttwashum2597]

2 weeks for me

[@scarletbailey6086]

That’s how my local supermarkets sell asparagus!!!

[@ap301307]

You could orange glaze your carrots , make fresh orange juice , orange zest on everything and you could make homemade orange chicken . You did great !! I love watching your haul and then see what you make w it all 🥰

[@joangrant5857]

Wow! Awesome haul. I was thinking 400.00 too so that was amazing. I think it's so cool that you are supporting local.

[@leelouh]

I haven't tried it yet, but apparently you can make a kale pesto from the kale stems. Roughly chop the raw stems, and add into a food processor with oil, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Could be good stirred into those egg noodles you bought? Topped with cheese, and pan fried cubes of you local salami.

[@lindseyfelty6379]

just an fyi: just cause it says "out of stock" online doesn't mean its not in the store. they aren't putting stock online, so its best to go in the store. yes I know crazy! our walmart & sam's manger has told me its best to come in the store because we have. when I was needing ground beef walmart pick said not in stock while I was in the store standing next to the ground beef. sam's said no lysol and toilet paper & I was standing right next to it

[@XpurlX]

I am from the Netherlands and I am shocked how expensive your groceries are, we pay at least half for our groceries. And we make around 1600 minimum salary. I complained before over the price for groceries over here, but from now on I will be thankful that I can shop here 🙏🏼 I really love your channel and your family. Be blessed and stay safe also for your family, sweet greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

[@Misscircle753]

Our grocery stores have limits, and a lot of the stuff is sold out. It’s really crazy. But we also have a lot of confirmed cases.

[@melissadaniel744]

Please be careful. Don't let your guard down. Be safe and I truly enjoy watching your channel

[@rachelpetersen4810]

Yes can you please do a green bean and carrot fry air fryer recipe video.

[@sherlynpatterson4304]

A lot of the homesteading videos show how to make cheese if you have excess milk. Also ways to make other dairy items. Two really good old fashion cooking education video channels are Mary's Nest and Rain Country.

[@Lizzy43645]

Sherlyn Patterson yes! Christine! You need to make cheese from scratch!!!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Great suggestion!

[@lovetocoupon9385]

Wow! The eggs deal is absolutely insane. I would love to score 5 dozen eggs for $3.98. Here in NYC, one dozen eggs are $4.99.

[@MyPassionFurPaws]

I pay $14 for 5 dozen eggs in Costco in Canada.

[@brieb777]

Same in NJ I but at least they’ll be organic cage-free, etc.

[@lovetocoupon9385]

Brie B That’s tough ☹️ here in NY, they aren’t even organic or cage free. I know things are based on supply and demand, but now is definitely not the time to raise prices. Good luck during all this ❤️

[@lindsaywall4930]

I pay $2.80-$3.40 max for 5 dozen in TN!

[@danniellemv6437]

Similar price in Australia. 1 dozen eggs cost $3:50 (Australian dollars) but that is the absolute cheapest u can get, can pay up to $8 I always watch these videos and am shocked at how cheap food is in America compared to here

[@christinaogles1523]

I ordered an air fryer and it is supposed to be in tomorrow. I'm beyond excited. It is the consori 5.8 quart 😁 would definitely love to see a video of your families favorite dishes cooked in the air fryer.

[@lcardwell640]

Hey Christine! I adore your videos and love how you are paying special attention to your local community and the needs of others at this time. I just wanted to let you know that the CDC recommends masks and gloves primarily to ensure that we don't spread COVID-19 to others. A low amount of reported cases in your state is more likely to be a result of a lack of testing than a lack of cases at this point. Mask making can be a fun activity with the family while you're in quarantine and it could protect your community when you do need to go out. I hope everyone stays safe and healthy :)

[@brandyweidner602]

When I lived in small town I did monthly hauls , but now in the city I find us going twice a week spending almost double for the same amount of ppl ,, so I'm learning better " self control" and once weekly at a fraction I was spending before

[@princess536]

Lol at when you show the haul on your counter & one of the gallons of milk is already half gone 🤣

[@FrugalFitMom]

princess536 right? Life with 4 kids 🤦‍♀️

[@btolson66]

Our Aldi has a limit on lots of items. They have not had toilet paper and tissues for at least three weeks. Tissues were around at some point but no toilet paper or paper towels for well over a month and a half. Rice has been scarce and so has lettuce. Our Kroger's seems to have caught up on restock but not Lysol or sanitizer. You got some amazing deals!!!

[@LessThanThree76]

I HOPE YOU DIDN’T FORGET TO STOCK UP ON CHOCOLATE CHIPS?! Edit: Phew, there they are. lol

[@FrugalFitMom]

LOL!

[@marisastoneobrien7834]

You are my quarantine spirit animal.

[@Aileensjournal]

That’s a lot of grocery

[@hannahaustin272]

My husband and I spent just about the same total as you for two weeks worth .. yikes! We thought that was good for us because we actually spent less than going once per week. We're also knew to this whole pantry and freezer lifestyle so after two weeks we do still have a good amount of staples left! Still learning over here :) I love it!

[@mikkibeadz0321]

Thank you for supporting our Idaho dairy’s!!!

[@Jen-Chapin]

I believe it’s either PW or ina garten who calls for red wine in their french onion soup recipe. Delicious.

[@FrugalFitMom]

Well, I have some onions...

[@elizalita5602]

"I mean, I am over 21 but...very cute" I literally had an outburst when you said that :))))))

[@FrugalFitMom]

I get carded when I buy spray paint, so you never know!

[@acajudi100]

I would only touch the wine, that I was buying.

[@SpringFlowers537]

Great idea to buy the oranges and apples in bulk from a local produce company. Right now the only way we’re getting food is through local stores. Local ethnic markets are doing contactless pickup. We have a local produce company that usually delivers to restaurants, but business is slow so they’re doing produces boxes. . It’s not safe here to even go for a walk without a mask! So it’s delivery or pickup only. You have to stay up all night or check every 15 min to get a time slot. Haven’t gotten one in two weeks...luckily I found other options.

[@michaelablock5799]

Hi, I live in NY and I’m surprised about the prices for your groceries! I just live with my husband and at this time we eat all our meals at home. When I go to the store to buy more food for two people for two weeks I usually pay $250. It’s a scary high number and I don’t even buy that much of food! I’d love to see another “cheap meals” video :)

[@Katietayx]

Where in NY? We are in buffalo and are paying about $150 a week for myself my SO and my 2 year old. Looking to buy cheaper

[@deedrafulkerson2919]

That’s great you have local produce ! It all looks amazing! Supporting local businesses is so important! Love Honey Crisp Apples! Thanks for Sharing! Stay safe and Healthy!

[@SharonBurnettArtisan]

I finally scored a 6pk of toilet paper. Never thought that would have made me that excited. And I would kill for bread flour and yeast right now. None in my store, and my stash is getting very low. Area: Tampa Bay.

[@rhiahlMT]

Buy the big blocks of yeast at Costco if you are a member. I am using yeast from 2012 because I keep it in the freezer. It stays good. When I open the blocks, I put the excess in a jar and put it back in the freezer. Then I keep a jar in my refrigerator. When my little yeast jar in my pantry runs out I fill from the refrigerator. Funny thing about yeast you freeze it, the countdown to when it doesn't work starts AFTER you pull it out. So, when this blows over, buy some and freeze. Also, you can buy gluten. Add that to flour and you've got bread flour. It's sold under vital wheat gluten. Likely out of stock. shop.honeyville.com/shop-by-category/bakery/conditioners-and-additives.html

[@carmarasmussen8118]

Who knew we would ever be so excited by finding toilet paper?!? I finally found some packages a couple of weeks ago and I almost cried right there in the store. 😇

[@vnickcolvin4971]

Publix had TP but I was shocked by their new price tag

[@staceyclay419]

I saw on Etsy where people are making/selling/buying flannel (washable) squares for toilet paper. Very economical and decreases the need for using the flushable stuff for most bathroom "visits".

[@garlicgirl3149]

😅😅😅😅😅

[@leighdegenhardt485]

Lordy I am soooo jealous of those honey crisp apples! Enjoy!!!

[@crystalscastle6836]

I just paid $4 for an 18 count pack of eggs. So jealous of the prices!!

[@lynnette3020]

I use merlot for red and pinot for white and those exact little bottles. And I have only been using them for EVER lol. Cheap and always a fresh bottle to use.

[@ceciliabinck662]

we only know English cucumbers here and looking at those other once makes me think everytime those are not cucumbers.

[@sarahsmith9084]

Rice pudding in the Instant Pot is a great way to use up milk - or use extra to support local farmers during this time. I pay more for our milk because I buy local from a processing plant just outside my town - never the mass processed Wal-Mart milk. Thank you for supporting local :)

[@findingaway5512]

Honeycrisp apples are my favorite!!!! Best apple!

[@lanageorge5865]

Love the way you closed your video. Life right now does feel like a dystopian movie. I’m really glad your area is not as bad as some others.

[@niccole.m]

I can't wait until they lift the stay at home order. Here, we can't even enter the grocery store without a mask and they're limiting the amount of people allowed into the store...usually 10 to 70 people depending on the store size. We are also still out of rice, beans, pasta and pasta sauce :(

[@garlicgirl3149]

Same here

[@tracyhardwick2695]

Our Great Value milk us only 99 cents a gallon in my area of KY. It’s crazy the difference in milk prices across the country. Great haul, can’t wait for the meals you’ll be making. I’ve gotten some great ideas from you.

[@FrugalFitMom]

That is an AMAZING price!

[@tiffanyhopkins8887]

Wow! In TN great value milk is $2.59-$2.99 a gallon.

[@westfail7723]

Probably sounds crazy but this is my go to channel to watch during my workout.

[@HaileyCindy]

Me too!!!! 😂

[@maestell4188]

I just finished a workout fueled by Christine! Haha

[@frugalfamilyof6nz31]

I use left over red wine in stews and in my pasta sauces for a Margarita pizza sauce and pasta dishes!

[@moniquemc4553]

I can’t get over how great the price of your avocados. I love in so cal and we do grow them here lol but we pay sometime $1.50 for one. It’s crazy. They are delicious, but insanely priced.

[@kamilazajac4420]

I thought about same thing! I live in Poland, single avocado hass is around 1,50-2$ :(

[@ewaem8519]

@@kamilazajac4420 but Poland don't grow avocados like Cal so price in Poland is understandable

[@kamilazajac4420]

@@ewaem8519 and California is naturally very expensive city so price isnn't a suprice. I just meant that avocados are generally pricy and sooo good at the same time, it's amazing Christine got such a great deal :)

[@brittanymiller123]

I'm in the US in the Northeast. Sometimes avocados at the regular grocery store are $1 to $1.50 per 1. But it depends on the time of year you are buying and where, also if buying in bulk, you can get an awesome deal. 🤷

[@amys8842]

Right? She says "10 avocados," and as a Californian I'm thinkin' "okay, about $10 if she's lucky." But $6??

[@rickier8291]

If you put asparagus in water in the fridge, it will stay fresh. I've kept it for 2 weeks. You may have to add more water.

[@pri.sci.lla.]

I adore potatoes especially Yukon golds omg I wish I could get so many for so little 🥰

[@patriciabarnhart1886]

I might suggest that you do not touch product other than to put it in your cart. You touch, you purchase. Glad to hear your area has been less affected. Any smart choice by each resident helps keep it that way. Thanks for sharing your haul!

[@Silver_angel22]

I needed to see this. I have to go grocery shopping in an hour so I needed some ideas.

[@veronicaalvarez4760]

Make Kale chips in your oven with all that kale...THEY ARE CRACK! You can add any seasoning, they are super easy and really yummy!

[@sprouts2go]

Carrot fries!!! Do you have a recipe. Also the string beans in the AF.

[@hello-vs4me]

Aldi 1 pound sour cream 19 cents got 5 5 packs of green onions got 5 texas toast 1.49 got 5. 10 pound bag off potatoes for 69 cents got 2 made my husband get a deep freezer when i can find cheap food Love your videos thanks 😊😘❤💕