Full Week Of Dinners For My Family Of 5 On Our Everyday Normal Budget || Realistic Meal Plan

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Day 1-
Indian Fry Bread:
2 3/4 cups AP Flour
1pk dry active yeast
3/4c warm water
1/3c milk
2TBS Butter
1 ts salt
1TBS Sugar
More flour for kneading
Taco Filling-
1 pound of hamburger
2 cans chili beans
1 can kidney beans drained
1 pkt taco seasoning
1TBS chili powder
Day 4-
16 oz amish noodles
2 cans cream of chicken
2 chicken breasts (or any chicken)
32oz chicken broth
Lots of pepper
Carrots if ya want
Day 7-
1 pound hamburger meat
1 cup chili sauce
1 cup ketchup
1ts oregano
Pepper and salt to taste
1/2 onion diced or easy onion
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[@leslienoles3501]

Brooke, you look beautiful today! I hope you are feeling better. I was so upset about the comments you got regarding your Temu bag. I told my partner you are one of the real and kindest people on KZbin! You are great! Just be you!

[@SouthernFrugalMomma]

Thank you so much!!

[@leslienoles3501]

@@SouthernFrugalMomma ❤️

[@lyndajones6605]

totally agree.. Brooke makes me smile inside.. she is so inspirational!.. and a GREAT down to earth cook!!

[@carolcrombie6727]

Beautifully said Leslie and so true. Takes too much energy to be nasty, some people need to relax

[@bethbainbridge8601]

I don't normally comment, but I felt so bad that I was crying when she was crying. This world has changed, no one has the time or energy for nasty hurtful people.

[@tracisawyer7681]

Apparently someone forgot about the motto of this little group here. Be POSITIVE and be KIND. So… Brooke. I am POSITIVE you are about as KIND as they get!!! ❤

[@omasadventures8236]

Girl, You Have Saved My Bacon. Let's just say that we "fell on some hard times". Your channel has been an inspiration to keep this extended family fed and happy. I get frequent requests of do overs. Keep on Smilin' & Cookin'!

[@teresat1388]

@southernfrugalmomma Hey Brooke. I’ve been rolling with you since the beginning because you are real. Yours is not a gimmick. It’s who you are, your family is down to earth and you never come off as trying to be anything but down to earth. Thanks for pushing through when some of these comments made you feel like throwing up both hands and walking away. We thank you for putting on the thigh high boots and walking through the crap, coming out on the other side smelling like a rose. All of us frugal mommas that are looking for ways to become more frugal (tip)our aprons to you. Much love!

[@Mrgreenjeans578]

I can’t imagine anyone having negative comments well except trolls and they don’t count for nothing!! Thanks for being so positive!!

[@karenherrera7752]

Here in Santa Fe the call the bread Indian fry bread, the taco is a Navajo taco. Both so good

[@zombiejedimaster]

I'm new to your channel. I'm a single dad with one teenager still living at home. I have learned how to make some really awesome dinners from watching you. My daughter can't believe how I've become such a great cook so fast. lol I just wanted to say thank you and I appreciate you!

[@Simplyscratchkitchen]

Watching with my 5 year old because she always wants to watch “that cooking show where the lady makes yummy food!” 🥰

[@helencantimagine]

I admire that you stood up for yourself.

[@SouthernFrugalMomma]

Thank you!

[@Mrrngglory3043]

These comments say it all about you Brooke and your family. You are loved, respected, and very much appreciated. Please, never ever doubt that.

[@roch2772]

Your hair looks sooooo cute today! Makes you look younger and almost glowing…. Love you!

[@kbr1980]

I love your naturally curly hair. It’s so beautiful!

[@janallen541]

I wear Christmas Jammie’s year round too!! No one can ever snuff out your bright shining light sista!!!

[@celestecolton1638]

You are awesome, anyone that has a negative comment doesn’t know who you are or hasn’t watched you at all or has just a negative attitude about themselves and takes it out on you, I love watching you and your family, I cannot wait to see what you come up with next, everything you do gives me inspiration to do all sorts of recipes and different things at home

[@SouthernFrugalMomma]

I appreciate that!

[@jennyhardebeck2981]

Brooke I have been watching you for 3 or 4 months now & you are sooooo much like me & my kids. You are the neighbor next door that hollers across the way & has zero shame about it. You’re goofy & free spirited. Shout your crap from the rooftops ie tell all of your besties!! I have mental illness too. I laugh ALL THE TIME even though I’m crying inside. You’re kind, you’re real, you’re a great mom/wife & you’re the bestie to so many of us that loves you & your family so much. Much love & prayers to you. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@missykenyaking7741]

Hello my friend and family thank you for another lovely video I saw your last video crying it broke my heart you are such a wonderful person helping us to fix good meals on a budget I get such good ideas for a meals please keep doing what you doing you help so many people now get those videos coming 😀😀🙏🙏❤️❤️🥰🥰👍👍

[@TomSnyder-gx5ru]

I like your videos because you are down home "real people" like the ones I grew up with and have had the pleasure to be around all my life and cook like a lot of us do!

[@catherinemay723]

To make it easier to get the membrane off of meat get you a wet paper towel it makes it alot easier

[@kimjohn312]

My husband is Native American and if he's in a hurry, he used rolled out frozen dinner rolls.Just as good

[@elvataylor9279]

That's a new way to make Indian Fry Bread, I never use yeast, milk, nor butter. I Just use flour, baking powder, shortening, salt, water and oil for frying. And they are the best when making tacos!❤❤❤ I got to try your recipe!❤️❤️❤️!

[@kj7653]

As a child, my family would occasionally go to powwows. As a grownup, I could never figure out how to make frybread. It has never tasted or looked right. My mom would just say flour, water, salt, and baking powder. I am going to give up and try Brooke's recipe.

[@elvataylor9279]

@@kj7653 it's great how she done hers and it looks delicious too. I will be trying her recipe also when I make mines next time! I just have to add some yeast to my grocery list for Taco Tuesday !

[@sarahconnor64]

Yes... that's the recipe I remember, water and baking soda. But Brooke's did look yummy, too.

[@kimvenablevenable4656]

I don't do the paper towel method for grease; I take a foil lined bowl and drain the grease into the bowl. After it solidifies, I wrap it up and toss in the trash can.

[@sarahconnor64]

What?! 🤯 That's genius! In my 40+ years, I've never heard of your tip. Thank you for sharing!

[@kimvenablevenable4656]

@@sarahconnor64 I only learned this about 6 months ago myself from watching a youtuber.

[@janicewilloughby]

You are an Earth bound Angel and you bring laughter to me every day. Your tote was funny and awesome. Never let anyone rain on your parade!!!!!! Thank you for being you and keep up the videos. Hello to your Boys.

[@aimee2234]

Press "LIKE"👍🏼and hold on to your lids everyone🤣... My Bestie's video will blow your mind! Kylen's "I don't know, let's find out" gets me every time, Brooke! I wanna come to dinner at your house. Everything always looks so good. Braydon makes a fine dinner as well. Be blessed always, my Southerland Squad! xoxo

[@SouthernFrugalMomma]

😂 for some reason I call everything a lid sometimes! I’ve even called Dusty’s hat a lid 😂

[@aimee2234]

@@SouthernFrugalMomma I loved it and you! ❤

[@kathyfournier5047]

Hi Brooke, I just wanted to let you know how awesome you are and I love your recipes. You also have a Wonderful Family. God Bless You and Your Family!!! 💖🤗💖

[@CalmMountainRange-jp6xs]

Hi Brooke I know you say you’re new to sourdough, but I want to tell you that I’m just getting into this myself and I have learned more from watching your one video where you made the four loaves of sourdough bread than I did from watching over a month of different videos on sourdough. Your techniques for beginners and step-by-step instruction was amazing. Thank you for taking the time to show beginners like myself just how to make good sourdough tasting bread.!!!!!

[@shannonadams3101]

I agree with you 💯!

[@calalyoko]

I live by myself and I've been struggling making food for myself because I'm not a very good cook. I ate a lot of takeout and got really sickly because I was anemic and vitamin deficient. I appreciate that your videos make everything look so simple that even I could do it, and I use your videos for inspiration all the time! I'm doing much better now, and I have your videos to thank for it. Don't let people get you down. You're a beautiful soul and help more people than you could know!

[@tonia2483]

As someone who only cooks for my partner and myself I appreciate this style video😊

[@angelacowperthwaite984]

no need to apologize youre absolutely right you definetly need to stand up for yourself sometimes unfortunetly youre still a great person love you too!

[@becunningham8850]

Your dinners are spectacular because they are made with love and they look really yummy as well. Pat yourself on the back

[@user-cr2pu4hp3e]

Just ignore the haters, some people just need to complain about something 😊your a ray of sunshine

[@asnunez]

I’ve been using the “Paper Towel Trick” literally for DECADES. The Ladies at our church used to do it when fixing “big dinners”. Much easier to do it that way rather than try to lift those HUGE stock pots.

[@monicavalentine8472]

We eat fry bread 2 ways, savory pinto, taco fixings, sweet, honey drizzled or powdered sugar

[@sarahconnor64]

Fry bread and honey...🤤🤤🤤🤤❤❤❤❤😋😋😋😋😍😍😍😍

[@pennylynch913]

That pancake thing is amazing! Lol God tells me i've got to be patient so you're not alone Brooke! 😊

[@judithhernandez7903]

You go girl your real remember no one on earth is perfect I sure enjoy watching you keep up the good eats 😅😊

[@user-oz1yy8yn4i]

No need to apologize. Everyone has their moments. You are totally right to stick up for yourself, because that comment did cross the line. ❤️

[@toughharley1903]

Your so sweet, i love watching your videos all the time, your personality and smile just warms my heart

[@bamamama2989]

Brooke you are absolutely precious! Keep doing you! You're the real deal on frugal dinners. Thank you for all you do!

[@thecheapbird4971]

My Granny ( depression era) taught me. I must pass it on. This recipes provides for 3, so do the math. Slice, do not peel, one bag of apples( any kind, its the depression) put 1 stick of cow butter in skillet. add apples n one pound of thin sliced hotdogs. add 1/2 cup to 1 cup karo , I use light. Granny used dark. Add 1/2 cup brown sugar and fry, smother after with lid on. Best ever!! it's like dinner and dessert. Make soft and enjoy! Turkey hotdogs taste best if on sale!

[@lisamarie8907]

Great video Brooke you are a breath of fresh air God bless 🙌

[@user-po3lj2ug4w]

My grandchildren enjoy fried fish and spaghetti nights. They really enjoy my homemade veal, chicken,lamb meatballs

[@angelaschaefer5883]

My grandma died four years ago. She was 98 and she made the best fried fish. You made me think of her.

[@patriciamoses2185]

Love your hair i can't believe we're neighbors, dandridge here, I hope i see you around, so excited

[@rubyjones679]

Grab that rib membrane with the paper towel and pull it… works so good ❤

[@robertabrien845]

Brooke another great video I'm a senior on a fixed income your recipies definitly inspire me thank you 😊

[@martynscott7006]

I agree on the last recipe, improvise! Everyone is fed and happy. You need someone to do your dishes, that's a full-time job in itself!

[@Mrgreenjeans578]

lol sometimes the made up random recipes turn out to be favorites!!❤ thank you for sharing your recipes

[@larryblocher3583]

I admire your creativity when coming up with yummy dishes made on the fly- it’s a true gift❤

[@mistyfiello5262]

Your son cooked dinner and Happy Gilmore! That night sounds pretty great.

[@sharendonnelly7770]

Brooke, love your videos! The negative Nellys out there are just jealous that they can't be as wonderful as you. You bring so much to us, and you are appreciated more than you know. Great video, going to try the fry bread recipe and let you know how it turn out.

[@americanviewpoint]

I'm ve been seeing a lot of people making this bread lately , the way it puffs up reminds me of sapapias....I would add 2 cans of tomato soup to my leftover and make chilli the next day throwing any leftover chopped tomatoes,pepper and and onions too and adding cheese in the bowls. Low and slow oven bbq ribs ,I cook them the same $7 a. rack OMG much higher in FL.... I like to use garlic toast to make grilled cheese sandwiches,...I bought an electric skillet for my daughter and son in-law for Christmas and they love it and say it makes cooking so much easier 😊❤ great job Brooke I love it that you improvise it shows we all make mistakes, and ya gotta go with it😊 my church message this week was about being kind but the times people say things and it pushes our. buttons - we' re human , God understands , stay kind , people are better when they " feel" cared about, it gives each of us a feeling of mattering😊❤

[@juliehill8292]

You are precious, sweet and kind on top of a number of other great qualities. Your KZbin family love and support you. God bless you and grant yourself a little bit of grace we all face struggles in our everyday lives and you give so much of yourself that makes so many people happy. You don't need to explain, at least I don't think you do.. You're the best.

[@suzanneharris7473]

I love a lot of pepper too Brooke soup, chicken and dumplings everything

[@tonyawilliamsfinnegan]

A lady at church just got into sourdough. She brought strawberry “cinnamon” rolls and they were delicious!

[@juliehelms4901]

Love Happy Gilmore and I heard they’re making a sequel! All these dinners look like stuff I’ve raised my five boys on!

[@catherinegiuliano4080]

Oh My God ,I just watched a video of yours from a year ago and can’t believe how big your boys have gotten in just a year 😮

[@michellebeltz4173]

Hey Brooke, just want to say I love you..your presentation of your cooking, your attitude, and your realism. You know fabulous recipes are created when you wing it without a recipe..so iam glad you just went for it with the little sliders sandwiches. ! Your a kind, strong person, that know how to groove through rough spots in life, and just deal with it yourself. People can learn lessons about loving and caring from you. Take care..just live the positive life, 😊

[@angelaperry618]

I'm definitely trying the fry bread tacos. I plan on using leftovers from my pork roast I just cooked. Yum!

[@LindaASJ]

I’m so glad you showed pealing that rib! Hardly anyone shows that step and it makes a huge difference

[@shannonadams3101]

Not a lazy meal.....it's efficient & practical! You're the best, Brooke! Sending 🩷 from NC

[@toniagermany6422]

I’m so glad to hear that snacks are not budgeted in to that $100 a week! I was over here thinking I’m way out of control because I’m only feeding a family of 3 and I spend a lot more than $100 a week! Your videos have really helped me cut my grocery bill though and I like that it’s real meals my family will eat. 🤗

[@lisaharrington3241]

We use to make chicken and noodles or beef and noodles over mashed potatoes

[@horticultureandhomes]

Great job with the taco. You kept costs down and protein high enough and still kept a complete protein. When you gonna make the sub sauce at home and save a bundle. Use a paper towel to grab the membrane on the ribs. It works great!

[@KelliFulk-ug7zg]

Love you Brooke! Thanks for helping so many people!

[@angelarothbauer8096]

I’m an older lady - my family discusses issues so no one feels alone or like they are crazy - we need to talk about it - we make fun of each other - and yes my grandchildren even have OCD and anxiety - some do - it’s genetic - both hubby and I have the genes - anyway I remind them it’s just there and we discuss it - we talk and we share and we pray - my son recalls a girl at work having a panic attack - he talked her through what he does and has learned and she was so grateful - then he told her meds we take - my long winded point- we all need help and should Be kind

[@lisacanfield8797]

Brooke that pancake tip is slicker than socks on a rooster. I have got to try that when the old man gets home.

[@ann40069]

I'm from Wyoming. Indian(aka) Navajo tacos, are popular during summer festivals, local events, and county and State Fair. One of my favorites 😋

[@janabuchheit3389]

Beautiful Bubbly Brooke, you bring joy to my day! Negative comments come from negative insecure people. We ain't got no time for that. If trolls are spending time to criticize, they are not using good judgment. To those folks, if you don't like something... keep scrolling. Thanks for sharing your story, life, thrifts, family, and, of course, food ideas. Love you!

[@vickiemckie5681]

Sevierville is my home!!!! I spent my teenage years going to Sevier county high (Dolly Parton High), working at the Water Circus (they closed years ago) taking free rides to Ober Gatlinburg, and generally loving where I was. Then I had move. 😭

[@sharonwitherspoon7244]

Thanks for the great simple anyone can make dinner ideas that are budget friendly. Better to eat at home. Cheaper too than take out. Love your attitude & channel info

[@TheLippyMom]

I would love to see a dairy free video like this!

[@crystaldubose6465]

I cook my ribs like you Low and Slow! My daddy will cook a roast, ham in oven on about 200.F or 225.F and by morning it’s done and falling apart. Tender and moist. Your a Great cook. ❤

[@ForeverSmashley]

I do the paper towel trick now, but my mom taught me to save old veggie cans and pour grease in there. Once it cools and solidifies, just toss it in the garbage. I got tired of keeping old cans around so when I saw the paper towel trick I have used that instead. I’ve also used coffee mugs and done the same I did with the cans but paper towels are just easier lol.

[@LindaASJ]

My mom used to make a pizza burger recipe with hamburger, spam, velveta, pizza sauce and seasoning all mixed up. She would put it in the fridge and when ready to serve, baked open faced on buns. It was so good! I gotta find her recipe

[@Jaynes-Path]

I make my ribs more or less like you do but when I put the Bar-B-Q sauce on at the end I also add some French's Fried Onions on top. My husband and kids love them that way. I had some left over from a different meal and thought why not use them before they go stale. Now they ask for them every time. Give it a try sometime as you may like them too.

[@krishenderson5499]

We all have our chaotic moments Brooke - just keep the faith and that we love your channel!!

[@suzanneharris7473]

Those tomatoes looks so yummy 😋 They look like they came right out of the garden 😊

[@kimberlykisner4616]

I love your videos! I have a suggestion for a video series! As our world is becoming more and more crazy and expensive, we are being priced out of some of our favorite guilty pleasures! I would love to see a video series of copy cat recipes!

[@belindabrinkmeier9439]

Everybody was fed and happy, love you Brooke.

[@skitzodaclown295]

lol I love your day 2 hair. That made my day and to see you laugh at yourself made it better.

[@ChristinemAlred-mn5if]

The fry bread tacos look amazing!!!!! You make me feel like I could actually make this. Thank you, Brooke. 😊❤

[@elizabethturpin8155]

Brooke I absolutely enjoy watching your channel. The fry bread tacos have me drooling! Thank you for your kindness and sharing yourself and your family. Love you guys!

[@christineschafer8214]

My dad hated onions (so he said). But my mom always grated them in the recipe. He never knew. Lol and loved it!

[@SouthernFrugalMomma]

😂 that’s so funny

[@christinaanne9382]

I grew up in SW Utah and Navajo Taos were the best County Fair food! They are absolutely a special-occasion food, always a big hit, and absolutely delicious.

[@SharonG-ip3ll]

That fry bread taco supper looks delicious. Reminds me of Taco Bell chalupas. I was thinking the bread would also work as a bun for chili cheese hot dogs or as a pizza crust for mini pizzas. Even though you said you made the wrong recipe on the sliders don't worry about it. Everybody liked it and got fed so it's a win. Who doesn't love breakfast for supper? We have that quite often. Double thumbs up for using a crock pot liner when you made the chicken noodle dinner. Quick and easy cleanup. Overall another week of excellent quick and easy dinners. Thanks for all you do. Blessings to you and your family.

[@50sculter]

Love all your videos!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@jennifermerwick3939]

Thanks for the great meal ideas. I also love how you are so real.

[@janadogan-qy7ci]

Brooke, I just found you channel and subscribed. I love you kindness and the recipes. Keep on bringing us these great recipes.

[@pattyvarela2703]

Since I've been following you you're my favorite creator by far just love you and your beautiful family always be kind and safe you're the best you keep it so real thanks ❤

[@SouthernFrugalMomma]

Thank you so much!! That means the a world!!!! To me!

[@nancyheath4377]

That looks great, the fry bread yummmm!

[@penny_whitten]

Brooke, I found your channel a couple of weeks ago and have been binge watching ever since. You have given me a lot of ideas. My husband and I are retired so our income is limited so your videos are a perfect for me. I found a recipe on Pinterest you may want to þ, it is grits with rotel and cheese. I haven't made it yet, but thought it is something you may try. I always forget about grits for some reason, because we usually have them with breakfast only.

[@trishameyers9553]

Brooke, I also call the tops, the lids lol I wanted to tell you that I really like your wavy hair, its to pretty! Love watching your videos.

[@user-if3ow6sz4v]

Thank you for everything! You are amazing and I love you and your family, you are my bestie! I talk about you guys all the time!

[@tinashort9098]

Look at that pretty hair!!! I love ya beyond infinity ❤

[@brendadimarco2305]

Everything you made looks delicious! Now I’m starving! 😊

[@Veronica-qz7ld]

We Love You Frugal Mama Family 🙏✨💖

[@RadianceRush]

Love your hair style Brooke! Yummy looking dinners too!

[@darlenemylifewithparkinsons]

I love getting all the new ideas for budget meals. Thank you for sharing..

[@tonip9844]

Your amazing, I LOVE watching you cook and try your recipes! Thank you

[@lucilleward806]

Thank you for the delicious recipes. I’ve wanted to make ribs, but didn’t know how. I am going to made them now using your recipe. Your instructions took away my fear of screwing it up. Thank you so much. Love your channel.

[@rebeccaelizabeth7796]

Thank yu Brooke for yur wonderful videos and making me smile on the tough days!!!

[@darleneprice6467]

Love your videos, Brooke. They’ve helped me so much. I started making bread about a month ago and will definitely try these! Have a blessed day!

[@heatherlytle2001]

Where I live in the PNW, we're sandwiched between to reservations...so we have plentiful access to frybread! If you haven't had it woth jam and powdered sugar, try it. Its soooo good! Or a little honey. They have frybread tacos all the time here for fundraisers. Delicious.

[@bethfloyd8489]

Way to go Bray! I’m totally stealing the mini naan grilled cheese idea. Looks perfect for dipping. It’s rainy & cold here in northern KY today, so soup and grilled cheese dippers for dinner. ❤