Grocery Haul, Meal Prep for RV Trip!

[@macconmara7252]

Please Sarah do not explain why your children do not have enough junk food. It is JUNK food-no child needs junk food. If you had to much junk food people would say they should have better healthier choices. I guess people missed Noelle's birthday when she picks cake and ice cream for dinner! You children eat just fine probably better than most children. Love your family!

[@jessicavillacorta1997]

The first top comments are so true ... its junk they dont need it realy and if you gave them stuff like that people would say sham all your kids eat is junk ... smh you do good to me and as long as your kids are happy so be it.

[@amandam1636]

And junk food is different to everyone. I know her kids bake sweets, my teen boys make nachos and things like that. It’s different to every family. Nobody NEEDS pre-packaged junk.

[@nancyfarkas3592]

Nobody should be made to feel bad for what they feed their kids. There are many different reasons for their kids eating food you call junk. Food is expensive and many don't have a lot of Money to buy healthier options. Don't judge.

[@a.angela8233]

Not "enough" junk food? Lol. Wow! People gotta find a way to judge in any way possible, huh? Sarah, you are doing great. Please, don't second guess yourself. If anything you inspire people like me to maybe make better choices in our hoseholds. Your family is adorable!

[@lisakarenke6625]

We always take a lot of junk. Don't forget the stuff for smores

[@reginafletcher633]

I totally agree with this comment! I admire Sarah.

[@apriltorivio1263]

I didnt know there was a "correct" amount junk a kid is supposed to have. Id rather me kids eat healthy than eat all that junk. No sodas, sugar in this home. We are also trying to eat better, to feel better. Ur doing a great job!

[@1whocs486]

Lol 💯

[@puppiesfollowus]

Omgoodness - seriously some people just have way to much time on their hands. Can you imagine if we all were privy to what every person did in their household, how they ate, when they ate and what they ate? How the treated, spoke and provided for their kids 😂😂😂😂good grief - Sarah your an amazing mother- parent and your kids aren’t all putting on an act for the camera. I have raised a few teenagers myself - they don’t always cooperate-lol. Great job momma! Just do you and your family! 🥰😘

[@geraldinelucas3143]

I was raised in No. CA my parents grew most of our vegetables and fruit (berries etc.) but junk food was not around first due to WWII and then because my parents just didn't buy it. My father passed at 94 many years ago my mother is still living 98 and I am 81 take only one medication (thyroid). I think you are doing it just right.

[@AmyBethB]

My mom is about to be 80 and takes Thyroid medicine too. She had Thyroid cancer when I was 5, I remember it. I will be 50 in October....did I just write that(kinda teary) but I love your comment! Go you.

[@peachBloom]

@@siobhanmcshanehill895 it's not really sad. Back in the 1940s and 50s, young people matured faster than today. It was common for men and women to marry very young. Many young women did not aspire to go to college or did not have the financial means. Most women got married and had babies and were stay at home moms. It was simply the culture in that era. It was a more traditional time.

[@dothatch5147]

@@siobhanmcshanehill895 whats sad . That was my era. We were not forced into anything. We had a good life. We didnt have drugs around to ruin our lifes and people were safer.and much happier remember we respected our parents and each other.

[@Becky0494]

@@siobhanmcshanehill895 get over yourself, dude. You don’t know that person’s mother. Based on OP’s comment, it sounds like her mother loved her and her other children very much. My great grandparents all married extremely young, and I had the blessing to know most of them until I was a teenager because my parents had me young-they loved their children, their husbands, their grandchildren, and great grandkids like me, and I was incredibly blessed to witness that love first hand. I feel sad for women who put off marriage and children until they’re too old to have them or end up with too many issues because they believe the lie that marrying young and having babies is bad for them. I got married at 23, now 26 and my life is huge blessing even though I don’t have kids yet! Good day to you.

[@lelelanaee6968]

My dad died at 105 and ate every and anything I meal drank root beer and Tizi rolls everyday lol and did he love pork

[@jackieo2403]

Not 'enough' junk food???? Ugg. You are an incredible example of a hardworking, kind, loving parent. Not everyone has that so maybe thats where those comments come from? Anyway, Have a great time camping!

[@tamijoysisemore659]

I can’t believe anyone would say your kids need more junk food lol. None of us NEEDs any lol great job mom on balancing life for y’all. You are a good example

[@Justme_247]

I wish I could like this comment a million times!

[@vickyrodrigues284]

Could not agree more, cooking fresh is the best . Growing up in London in the uk children of immigrants parents . Food was always freshly cooked and junk food was a rare treat . This empowered me when I had my children to cook fresh despite having the means to buy junk food.

[@LifeWithMrsB]

Exactly!

[@minkgin3370]

100% agree with you Sarah. Kids get more than enough junk food these days. My son didn’t have any till he was about 12 & he went away with his grandparents. Is he still alive & kicking at aged 4O because he went 12 yrs without it…..Yes he is.

[@MothGirl007]

That's NOT what the comments said - people were concerned that their kids do not seem to get enough FOOD to eat, not 'junk food". The comments have all been deleted now, unfortunately.

[@gholzem]

Prep and freeze breakfast burritos. Wrap in foil. Put on the campfire to heat.

[@sarahrobertson3936]

Great idea...you can also reheat them on a griddle or bbq!

[@alaskafamilykitchen3203]

Yes! We do this also. So easy to reheat. Thanks for sharing! 🌺 Jen

[@judybeckner6559]

My husband and I lived in an RV for four years & traveled all over the US. Our children were grown, but we took grandkids with us for short camping trips. Build a fire & let the kids roast hot dogs & marshmallows to make s’mores. Get a grill top with legs to put over the campfire to cook burgers, etc. Have a lot of sandwich items for lunch or dinner & add fruit or melons as a side dish. Use your crockpot & pressure cooker to cook in. Hang large garbage bags on trees at your campsite to put garbage in rather than going inside the RV all the time to throw things away. Be sure & throw away bags of garbage at the end of the day or raccoons will get in them. Just do easy food & maybe let the kids have a little junk food for snacks when you’re camping. Above all have fun! I love your videos & you have a beautiful family!

[@OurTribeofMany]

Such great ideas....thanks!

[@shannonbrice8012]

I only took a george foreman grill when we went camping. That way we could cook outside and some places didn't have fire pits so this worked great. We also used the grill one night (inside) when it was pouring outside to make smores (the girls actually preferred the smores this way) and still ask for the grilled smores all the time.

[@veronicajean3612]

Do not mention junk food.lol….everyone’s idea of junk food is different. I honestly think people did not mean utter garbage junk food. Just snacks was the comments from what I saw. No one was saying give them cheese puffs, twinkies ect. Junk food can mean popcorn done many ways, pretzels Cold cereal, healthy brands, mixed nut spiced many ways, yogurts with treats mixed in. FYI I did not mention the hunk food. Health dips with homemade crackers, sandwiches, with assortment of fillings. The slant I saw was that. So simmer down people.

[@sarahkleckner9439]

You shouldn’t have to explain why you don’t give them a lot of junk food. I wish I would have eaten better growing up. They will all be appreciative of this in their later years!

[@cjrrob7336]

What is " not enough junk food" I don't even know what that means. On another note don't worry about the food for camping Sarah, you'll basically do what you do at home but prepping like you do will be a must. But you're right trial & error will be best teacher. Have fun. 💞💞

[@minniequist411]

One of my favorite meals while camping is what we call foil packs...we throw some marinated steak,and potatoes( both cut into cubes), peppers, onions, mushrooms and cherub tomatoes with butter wrap it in foil and cook. So good and they're perfectly portioned so everyone just grabs one.

[@debrabarnett4448]

This is a yummy one, look up foil packet dinners. That's how I would do salads for my husband for lunch at work. He is now retired so now he makes his own. Mostly eats leftovers.

[@superbratz1]

YES! I was coming to see if someone already commented this. You can't camp without doing it

[@dawncloute3344]

This works great with hamburger patties as well… we call them “hobo stew”. I usually add carrots as well. 😁

[@elissapoh7782]

One of the best camping meals we do with the kids in my sons youth group is called tacos in a bag - you get the individual bags of chips, open them at the top and throw in the cooked taco meat and other toppings and send them on their way - all they need is a fork - and really the fewer dishes when you are camping the better!!

[@susanb5058]

That sounds so good, I love that idea!

[@alaskafamilykitchen3203]

Great idea! I always forget about these. Thanks for sharing! 🌺 Jen

[@angieharbison5264]

Another idea is Walking Banana Pudding - get individual bags of vanilla wafers, fill with a little vanilla pudding and banana slices, and add a spoon as you hand them out!

[@rebeccabasker9324]

My only suggestion for the RV is to have some “special” toys games for the little ones that are only for when you are in the RV. That way it’s exciting and always fun to play with something new to them.

[@jackiewright5395]

We have special games we only play at the beach house. You are correct :-) it works!

[@welp5468]

I’m not a little one LOL, but that’s my family when we go to my grandmas, we play this game that we can only play there, and it’s literally beyond fun

[@Estrellitawilliams]

@@welp5468 that sounds so fun!

[@tampeters2489]

Don't forget SMORES ...best part of camping LOL............Have a great trip

[@alliel9970]

Great reaction to the comments about not enough junk food- I think things like ice cream or popsicle or chips feels more like a 'treat' when you only have it once in a while rather than all the time, and it's called junk for a reason! I love seeing the diverse, healthy choices you make for your family and seeing how happy and energetic they are definitely shows how eating well 95% of the time keeps you healthy!

[@karenswartz8280]

One trick we used to use when camping, was to make our spaghetti sauce ahead and freeze in ziplock bags flat. Not sure how this will work for you, depending on the size of your freezer I guess. Then all you have to do is cook your noodles, thaw and warm the sauce, and it’s done. Less heat in your RV too. You can even heat the sauce in the microwave after it’s thawed.

[@megg.8084]

You could also use the frozen sauce as an ice pack for on the road

[@thewebbfamily6091]

Yes! Prepping everything ahead of time makes it SO much easier!

[@audreywy1743]

I never thought I'd hear people concerned that kids don't get enough junk food! These are strange times we're living in... lol hope you enjoy the rv trip!

[@fmrnygal]

Right.. And if she fed them junk food they would complain they were not eating healthy.

[@DD_LetTheDogsOut]

Very strange times. Alarming times really.

[@Mary-jv6rk]

Bring your instant pot and a crock pot with you camping....meals can be done in them and they can be plugged in out side.....

[@justpassinthru]

Crock pot liners! 💜👏👏👏

[@kerryann2456]

I honestly wonder about people who say things like that to parents. I always feel like people like that need the most prayers and support. Y’all are doing great and give us all lots of great ideas/

[@kdevon4736]

I make spaghetti sauce or chili ahead of a rv trip and freeze them. When leaving, they go in the fridge to defrost, and it helps cool the fridge down.

[@LifeWithMrsB]

That’s a great idea!

[@matthewbull1081]

I always love seeing your hauls because being an aussie and seeing the amount of processed junk food most American bloggers buy it makes me happy you setting a great example for the kids..... Keep it up x

[@desert_moon]

One of my favorite things to take camping is bbq beef, premade ahead of time, heat and eat on buns, also pre-making taco meat for tacos/burritos. Yes prepping helps!!

[@danadyd59]

Pulled pork, Italian beef, and pulled chicken are good to prepare and take camping too! I love just heat and eat. Keeps the camper from getting so hot!

[@melissahawkins1491]

When I grew up we never had soda or chips in the house. Once in a great while we'd get a bag of potato chips when Dad would grill hamburgers. It was just fine. Mom baked all the time, so we had cookies and desserts. I loved my life growing up.

[@pookiesmamma]

Smart to carry that water! We always have 2 cases. I recommend the Clear20 rv inline water filter. That will take care of the whole rv. You can also use a Brita or a Berkey inside your kitchen but that is extra space you are losing in your rv. Edit to say that meal prep before your trip. At home we cook rice and spaghetti, precut or shred or veggies. Onions are usually cooked so I prechop those and seal in a food saver bag and freeze. Parboil potatoes for hash browns, food saver bags and freeze. We have fried rice or lo mein, calico beans and cornbread, bacon or sausage, eggs (cracked into an empty Gatorade bottle before or trip) and potatoes for breakfast. All the frozen stuff we throw into an ice chest and we pack those food saver bags in there, the more frozen packs the longer they will stay cold. Sorry such a long post but I am so excited to see your family enjoying that RV!

[@OurTribeofMany]

Thanks for the ideas!

[@stacieezell3678]

Have a wonderful time camping. I love going....make sure you rest too...

[@katiejackson8521]

You are super organised!!!! I need to sort myself out 😂😂 xx I understand why people might think some children don't eat enough healthy food, but commenting on children not having enough junk??!! Hmm. Each to their own right ☺ xx

[@karenelizabeth9496]

Very nice salad prep 😊 Thank you for showing your meal prep/recipes. Also, nice that you mentioned OFB's channel and that you are all friends. I found them recently on KZbin. I hope many of your followers will consider following them, they're a very nice family too and would love to see their channel grow especially now. Prayers to the husband Brandon 🙏

[@KiwiCanadian11]

I love your family! I really respect how you all help each other with a smile and the grocery hauls are always fun to watch along with the meal prepping for auch a large family! You guys are awesome!

[@CooknVibewithannmarielove]

My theory is YOUR THE MOTHER AND YOU WILL FEED YOU AND SOLOS CHILDREN AS YOU FEEL FIT! Period. Anyways that annoyed me because you’re such a great person and the fact you have to explain yourself to someone is upsetting…. And yes in my house it’s usually me putting drinks away with a sip left lol but I’ll leave a bite or sip and put it in the fridge I won’t do it to food that everyone uses like a gallon of milk but my individual drinks n food I do that lol I’m guilty 😂 just when I want one more bite or drink it will be in the fridge waiting for me

[@paulinetschirley5039]

Don’t ever feel you have to justify what and how you feed your absolutely beautiful family…..people can be mean and hurtful sometimes . I love your channel and seeing your life full of blessings….. Pauline from Malta 🇲🇹 💕

[@debshore3582]

Hi Sarah! We always use our slow cooker a lot while camping....works well for one pot meal and easy clean up! Love your Family so much!

[@thor4760]

I love the way you feed your family!

[@MaDukesMaDukes]

If kids are exposed regularly to junk food, they will want and crave it, it's designed to do that.. but if from an early age you incorporate "healthy snacks" and teach that yes, food is delicious and yummy, but our bodies are an engine that needs care and maintenance to perform at it's best. Food is fuel for our bodies. unfortunately "instant gratification" is the new norm, it's really not healthy for anyone.. We have love for yall, your energy, spirit and values are a beautiful thing and like I always say, the universe needs more of it. You have a beautiful, healthy and happy family 💛 We appreciate yall sharing with us.. ☮💙😁

[@rosegroshek1218]

Actually you could not be more wrong. As someone who has dealt with an eating disorder, (from both restrictive and binging ends of the spectrum), The more you are exposed to junk food, the less appealing it is. I lost 50 lb and I had cold soda always in the fridge, and junk food always in the pantry. Once I allowed myself to have it, it wasn't that appealing anymore and I no longer wanted to binge.

[@MaDukesMaDukes]

@@rosegroshek1218 sorry I offened you.. I was talking of personal experience with my own kids and family.. the ones that were not exposed, never missed what they didn't have and are healthy and happy today. Sorry I was so wrong.

[@hollyh5032]

@@MaDukesMaDukes I completely agree with you! As a matter of fact my naturopath Dr agrees as well!! The stuff that is in junk food is addictive and does make you crave it. I have NEVER heard of anyone or any Dr disagree with what you said. Just because one person had an eating disorder and had a RARE experience doesn't make them right. Don't let them get to you. There's always a negative Nelly in the comments. Hang in there friend!!!

[@MaDukesMaDukes]

@@hollyh5032 thanks Holly.. just trying to respect people's feelings... I hope she finds peace within..

[@hollyh5032]

@@MaDukesMaDukes I know you were! You seem like a kind wonderful person and I get a bit upset when I see someone get called out when they're right! 🙏💕

[@billiejobardo3906]

I loved camping with my kids. Enjoy every minute you have with them . They grow so fast. The sugar thing…. You raise those beautiful children of yours the way you see fit. God bless you all.

[@OurTribeofMany]

Thanks!

[@paulabuner6987]

Everything taste better when you are camping. Love the way your older kids help cook. They will be prepared for the future.

[@suemacalpine7006]

Don’t forget a simple meal of hot dogs over the camp fire, they taste so good that way!

[@twinsrbff2]

That's what we always did

[@jammmxi]

@ourtribeofmany you can also do a layered salad in a tall mason jar: in this order: dressing, items that wont get soggy (chickpeas/onion/beans/cucumbers), grains, finally lettuce/greens etc

[@christhody490]

One of our family favorites for camping is hamburger and beans. Simply brown hamburger with chopped onions and salt and pepper to taste. Add a can of pork and beans for each pound of burger. Add in some ketchup and mustard to taste. Serve on plain or buttered hamburger buns or bread.

[@danadyd59]

I grew up eating that!

[@sheilatalley2334]

Potatoes are smart. We camped a lot and the hubs did Boy Scouts with our four sons (all Eagle Scouts). Yay! Always brought a bag of potatoes. So many ways to use them. Invariably someone forgot their food or whatever and just pull out potatoes. Or more attendees than figured for, just pull out potatoes! Fills tummies! Good job mom! I am 63 and have great memories of the outdoors with the boys. They all take their kids now. So carry on gorgeous girl!!

[@Isis31]

I forgot to tell you on the last 2 videos ago...that I just love Hope's personality! And I hope that Tori will look into being a teacher. She would be great at it. [From a former teacher.] 🤫☺

[@melissaandrews9587]

Yes Hope is like a little comedian she is soo a joy 🤩

[@connieb4372]

I think that teaching is a calling, just like nursing and pastoring.. people that usually aren't in the family can spot it in a child. I had several folks tell me that I should be a nurse and that is something I always wanted to do. When I was 17 I went to the local community college and took their test to get into nursing school (LVN). The instructor called me into her office and was very impressed at my score and told me that she would love to have me as a student and to make sure to keep my address updated because they had a waiting list for enrollment. I was SO excited. I went home and told my husband about it and his response was how dumb of me to think that I could go to school when I needed to be earning a paycheck instead (he was young also and I really think he was afraid I would get too much independence).. felt like someone had stuck a pin in me and deflated me. Being young and dumb, I listened to him and always regretted that I did not follow through. Years later I talked with him about it and told him of my regrets and didn't he wish that I had a higher earning job.. he agreed. Anyway, saw the same in my daughter with nursing. She went but dropped out very close to graduation due to personal reasons and I hope she gets back into it. Take care!

[@kimyates3583]

I love watching your videos! I hope you all had a great time camping. Thank you!

[@natalie1074]

I always have hotdogs in my camper! I bought a electric skillet, and propane griddle to cook breakfast outside,and to cook other meals so that we didn't heat up the camper! Blender was my friend too! Your kids and you will burn more calories camping then you realize so be prepared to have alot of fruit and healthy snakes and drinks! A Berkey water purifier for your home and use it when you camp to have the most pure water! Black marker to mark everyone's cips!

[@BrigitteBeckley]

Yes we love our Berkey too!! Well worth the money 😁❤️

[@natalie1074]

The black marker for cups

[@randimoore7265]

I love the camp fire grilling baskets and grilling sticks. Something about grilled food over the camp fire, just amazing. Don't forget kids could even find just sticks around camp to cook hot dogs and marshmallows on. Even look up biscuits on a stick. Just good memories for the kids. Eggs and bacon taste amazing on the fire if you have a grillshelf on the fire pit. My mom always had old frying pans / pots for camp cooking. The smell of bacon in the air over a fire. 😋 also don't forget potatoes and onions wrapped in foil and thrown in the fire so good

[@elizabethbruner2908]

Favorite line in this video “Make sure they’re full cups, man. I like cheese!” lol I’m with you Sarah!!!

[@karbear26]

I love cheese! Cheese makes almost anything better!

[@QuisineflipQuinn]

Foil pack meals are easy for campfire cooking! Lay your squares out for your packs I'd tripple layer then spray non stick add veggies then a protein fish/chicken/shrimp and then season and drizzle with olive oil. They are individual cook quickly and only require a eating utensil. Corn on the cob, sweet potatoes, and potatoes make easy wrap in tin foil season drizzle with oil things for campfire cooking too. I also saw where someone stuffed sugar spun ice cream cones with chocolate marshmallows etc then wrap in tinfoil and warm over fire. My family lived in an RV for two years my biggest advice is get damp rid containers and a dehumidifier, mold and moisture easily can become issues in RV's even when just used recreationally.

[@rootsandarrows]

I’ve seen “too much junk food” comments a lot, but “not enough junk food” is a new one! People will always find something 😆

[@lexicunningham1750]

Hi! So I used to camp a lot with my family in an RV and so I feel like I have some experience 😂 I’ll give you my best tips and tricks I can think about right now. 1. Buy a separate set of measuring cups and measuring spoons just for the RV, they can be the super cheap ones but it is nice to not have to transfer them every time you take a trip. 2. Always take cheap flip flops or water shoes to shower in at the RV parks. I think that one is self explanatory. 3. Table cloths are GREAT for picnic tables, but they can also double as a mat on the ground for kiddos to play (if you buy the thicker table cloths) 4. Bring the food covers to keep bugs out of food when eating outside. 5. Do everything in your power to not heat up the RV too much while cooking. The oven and stove make it so steamy in an RV, best to use instant pots, crock pots, or just grill outside. 6. Related to how hot it gets in an RV, it is a really great investment to buy dehumidifiers to run constantly. Especially in the summer, it can get really muggy and hot which makes it hard to be in the RV much less get good sleep. 7. Ice machine. They make small ice machines and they are a life saver for hot days too make sure you always have a cold drink. I think that’s it… all I can think of right now anyways haha! For my recipe I like on RV trips, I enjoy chicken salad on croissants! Simple and delicious. Hope this helps

[@CrazyCats28]

Yay! Just what I want to watch while drinking my coffee ☕️

[@kathim5720]

I use an RV regularly. Slow cooker I find is my best friend for some meals. Enjoy your upcoming RV adventures.

[@busybaldaufs896]

So excited to see how trying out the RV is gonna turn out for you all! It's one of our family dreams too. The food police and haters need to jump in a lake to cool off. It's summer, time to eat junk and make messes!🍿🍭🎉

[@michellejaggard9657]

Oh the salad spinner is also great to wash berries, strawberries, blueberries, and such. does a great job. I even wash cherry tomatoes. Give it a try!

[@samanthayoung6818]

You don’t have to explain how you’re raising your kids. I think they have a well balanced diet from what I see (which is a small sliver). I actually strive to eat more like you. We have been buying AOT of fresh veggies and fruits recently. Which to me now peaches are a delicious “junk food” considering all the sugars in them. I eat peaches daily and it helps me stay away from the real junk food 🤣. Sorry if that makes no sense I’m dealing with some pregnancy brain right now

[@OneMamaToAnother]

We tent camp but there are 2 meals we always take with us. The first is a chilli which I make in the crockpot a few days ahead and then cool and freeze. It thaws while we drive to our destination and then we just toss it on the fire or stove while we set up and it is ready to go. The second is banana pancakes. I make the batter ahead of time and freeze it flat in large ziplock bags. We let it thaw overnight and then just snip a corner of the bag off and it's ready and easy to pour onto the griddle and clean up is SO easy!

[@MetalScrappinChick]

I have never heard a KZbinr say that their subbies say their kids don't get enough junk food lol 😁. Usually all people have to say is "your kids eat TOO MUCH JUNK!" lol. I very rarely comment but I do watch your videos, and I definitely feel that your kids get such a well rounded diet. Much better than how me and my daughter eat because we are not real big on veggies 😁

[@called_to_homestead]

@@waitwhat9412 Yikes. Don’t forget you are judging them on the few minutes you see here on KZbin. Any parent with kids knows they are always hungry! And just looking at the kids it’s obvious they are healthy and thriving! It’s amazing how skewed our perception is when we live in a country full of obese children (and adults).

[@logangilbert4061]

Omg you’ve given me so many healthy ideas! As for the RV make ahead meal prep. You already have that down pat! How ever many days your going on your RV trip use large throw away pans and make your normal breakfast casseroles, your normal meal prep that you show us each week! All of that can go into the throw away pans after it’s been fully cooked, then you can freeze the dish until you go on the trip itself. Just cover with tinfoil. Use a permanent marker to label the food so you know what your grabbing when your ready to eat. Right before dinner pull what ever you would like out of the RV fridge and bake until it’s heated through since everything is already cooked. No need to come up with brand new recipes or trying to rack you brain stressing over that. And lunch can be super easy with sandwiches or crackers and lunch meat. Hope this helps ☺️

[@tammydamron950]

SARAH YOU & SOLO & FAMILY ENJOY YOUR LITTLE RV TRIP & IT'S JUST LIKE HOME AWAY FROM HOME (BUT SMALLER) . MEAL PREP LIKE YOU DO WILL HELP QUITE A BIT & MUCH EASIER WHEN @ HOME OR CAMPING . STAY SAFE & GOD BLESS Y'ALL . (TAMMY FROM CALIFORNIA)

[@brookelynn5225]

Currently in our RV on a trip, tonight we had steak Caesar salads with garlic bread and tomorrow is grilled chicken, veggies and rice. We try and do most of the cooking on the outdoor grill, keeps it clean (less dishes) and easy! Have so much fun, we got our RV last year and love it.

[@gloeklers]

We have been RV camping for many years. We love it with our 8 kids. Our motorhome has a similar layout to yours. For food, I freeze our meals in a ziploc bag so it takes up less freezer space. Then Dump it in the crock pot for the day. I also use crock pot liners for easy clean up and a rice cooker to make the crock pot meal stretch further. The oven, to me, is useless for a larger family. It cooks much slower and most pans won't fit in the oven. Have fun!

[@danamama6766]

Yes my husband does that in the downstairs fridge the glass and the something drink. So he can get some haaaaa. The deconstructed peppers looks good. So exciting first big camp trip. :)

[@HazelHammond1505]

You'll eat just like at home. Solo can grill, One thing we always did was fill up are water tank with our water from home. (we live on a Well) my tummy doesn't like drinking city water or any other water. I Make the deconstructed peppers all the time.!!! and I don't waste my time and heat up the house I just put it ALL in the pot and mix and serve it!! YUM. less clean up, Have fun!! You will learn so much . Keep a pen and paper to make your list of what you forgot...

[@sharnaroberson2916]

Sarah, thank you so much for showing us healthier options in our daily diets. I have totally changed how I purchase food and how I prepare it. Regarding RVing, we have been RVing for years. One thing I like to do is meal prep… Having at least your first meal at camp already made and ready to heat and serve is key. I like Pepper Bellies. Chili with cheese and onions and Fritos Corn Chips. Always a hit.

[@oceanhome039]

I wash most produce in my salad spinner! Love it!

[@quilafam4586]

You should grab some season salt next time you’re at the store. I often use it as a salt replacement, it really amps up the flavor of any dish!

[@mom2kn]

Paper plates/cups/etc are great when camping. As much as I prefer not adding to the landfills, those little sinks are hard to wash dishes in. We were only a family of 4 when we had a trailer and I tried to keep washing items to a minimum. I loved camping in a trailer when it came to food because I didn't feel like I had to do anything special or do different grocery shopping. We loaded ours from our kitchen/pantry every time with minimal extras that were special to camping (peanuts in the shell for around the campfire and s'mores ingredients). Our go to for camping was taco soup. I also purchased a griddle that I kept in the trailer. We plugged it in outside on a table and could make pancakes, eggs, grilled cheese, etc in a jiffy. Easy to wipe clean and stow away.

[@carolynrandle6049]

My grandmother had 12children so my dad was one of 12and my mom was the oldest of 8children.

[@debbiemaddox1428]

I love your parenting and thought process

[@debbiecanada8204]

You are a very positive and wonderful family don't let jealous people get to you 💕😊 God Bless You And Your Beautiful Family ✨🙏✨🙏✨

[@terrykunst3883]

Awesome video and recipe, thank you. Hope the family has a great time in the RV!

[@drace7]

You inspire me Sarah. From the meal prepping, to the homeschooling, to how you run your household and raise the kiddos , all while keeping your composure and sanity. Love it

[@beknic8872]

Yum!!! I lived in turkey for a few years so I’m the queen of making stuffed peppers! Sometimes we do deconstructed peppers just like you but instead of baking it we use lettuce leaves and put the mixture in them like chow mein!

[@janiced.hannah7658]

If people would only mind their own business 🤷‍♀️ Have fun on your RV trip. Love you all 💖💕💖

[@karishatavendale3432]

The minute it's plastered all over the interwebs, it's becomes our business. Try again

[@h_williams1221]

I personally love the background noise! It’s just the sound of happy children! ☺️

[@lillian_r]

My personal opinion for my household is that if you keep "junk food" around it won't be as taboo. When you ban it they will only want it more. When it's around they can learn moderation and it won't be seen as something that's put on a pedestal.

[@bequetta]

Oh yes that prepping for the RV was genius, now you have plenty of time for fun and family ❤️

[@chrissyj.9854]

We only eat take out once a month. When we do, we get stomach aches. So, we probably will cut it out of our lives now. I make our meals and snacks. We eat home made.

[@LifeWithMrsB]

That happened to me this week, puts me off it for sure!

[@clicksandcrochets2929]

We do muffins and breakfast burritos when we camp in our RV :) Then just bring fruit to go with it and I make sure to precut anything that needs cutting as counter space is always limited!

[@stephikarolyi8706]

There are +12 people in your house and they all celebrate birthdays and have cake for those times and those people have friends that celebrate birthdays as well not to mention church events. If you *NEVER* had junk in the house but had it for birthdays or events they would still be getting in plenty of sweets. I grew up in a large family and I know that if you want to feed growing humans and keep them full you need to buy in bulk, cook in bulk, and keep those costly treats as just that, treats. A bag of chips isn't expensive unless you have to feed +12 people with it.

[@hananhopevanholst6773]

I love my collapsible salad spinner. A game changer. Easy to use and takes up half the space.

[@OurTribeofMany]

Nice!

[@janellmichael2166]

IDEA: A KZbin family that may give you some good ideas is "Knorpp and South." They gave 9 chidren and traveled across the US for over a year in an RV.

[@my5ks48]

I think you have great balance with the way you feed your family. Your children eat a very balanced diet. Way to go momma. You are encouraging me !

[@cherylclark4887]

A portable BBQ grill would be great for a camping 🔥trip.

[@danneeley7248]

I’m hoping this camping trip will be relaxing for you and will allow you some rest. I’m sure your family will love their camping experience.

[@rebekahyoder9335]

I want to give you great food advice for the family based upon 23 years of camping multiple times a year, but I have to be upfront about things. A. I hate camping. It not something many people like to hear. I didn't start out hating it, but I can't lie to make others happy. My thoughts and feelings about camping might taint my advice. B. You will want to avoid things that use bowls. Spills in the trailer are a nightmare. Trying to wash dishes & not take out your fresh water tank & full up your grey tank is a constant struggle. C. I used to try to pack healthier options but my family would rather live on hotdogs and pop for days. It's gross. Everything is just gross and filthy in a matter of hours. Like I said. I'm not a fan, but I truly do hope you guys find your groove & have fun making memories.

[@emilyroehner3946]

Best camping purchase we’ve made are our chef mate stoves! We have 2, each Is a double burner. Then we have 2 pizza oven attachments for them. It makes cooking so much quicker and keeps the heat out of the camper from cooking. Pizza ovens are great for cooking foods besides pizzas in. I’ve even pulled those stoves out at home for canning and family gatherings.

[@barbthomas4492]

I have a theory that the excessive junk food is the main reason for diabetes and other diseases, I applaud you for keeping it to a minimum!

[@skyethebard]

Simple carbs in general, really. Junk food is almost always highly processed and high in simple carbs. The occasional jump in bg is fine but most people are causing jumps all day, every day.

[@tiffanymengor217]

We purchased dish buckets. We used to fill two with water. One with soapy water and one with clean plain water. We would take it out onto the picnic table and wash dishes there. We also prepped all of our meals ahead of time and we didn’t have to do much when we were out.

[@debnjosie]

How much have you spent on beef this year? Shouldn't those totals be included in groceries since they are food?

[@solentricxinc.9944]

It's the we bought a cow video✌🏿

[@nicolaortiz6370]

I hope you guys have a lot of fun camping!!! Can't wait to hear about it! Watching your videos keeps me going in my own life. Love you all😄🇬🇧😄

[@sjbrueck]

On the icecream.. do you eat a full serving? Do you calorie count.. or just low carb

[@savannaconrad8676]

We lived in an RV for a month as a family and I missed my big fridge for food storage. But just like Jill told you- the throw away pans are great and the crockpot and IP are great if you have easy dump meals as well. And often there’s power sources you can cook outside your RV so you can cook rice or potatoes in the IP and have meatballs, roasts, chicken, etc in another one and it won’t pull from the power of your RV.

[@AM-sz9tx]

Seems like such a weird thing to be upset about, a family not giving their kids junk 😅

[@carlabales5187]

From a camping momma, trial and error with food is how you figure it out what works best for your family🥰

[@teresaburton1043]

They're probably better off not having a lot of junk food.

[@lisaparker3751]

Y'all are an AWESOME family!!! Love y'alls video's!!! There will always be people with negative opinions. ALWAYS in my prayers!!! Love y'all!!!

[@dibutler9151]

I've never heard of anyone being deprived of junk food, lolololol. Pretty positive that this is impossible. :DDD

[@MayaKanaKa]

People will always have something to complain about……If she start buying junk food on a regular basis, they will complain that her family is not eating healthy food….

[@ydkdy1]

Aluminum foil will be your best friend when camping!! Also a couple large pots to use on the campfire.

[@clairdelano6819]

I wouldn't eat the Atkins bars- especially while pregnant - due to the artificial sweeteners. Can't be too careful.

[@shariwille336]

That looks so yummy that meal prep with the bell peppers. My husband does not care for rice. I wonder what that would be like with noodles? I bet it would be delicious. God bless and keep you all. Thank you for sharing!

[@carolynrandle6049]

There's nothing wrong with junk food as long as you don't eat it all the time. believe me I eat my share .

[@leighannschroyer3873]

We camp regularly, but with only 1 child so of course the food is easier, however I prep my meals as well in throw away containers and use my crock pot often so I’m not in the kitchen when I’d rather be outside and if everyone is running around the campground they can just eat when they’re hungry since it’s already warm and ready to eat! I also have home made lunchables and sandwiches and snacks prepped our son and friends can just grab and go! That pepper recipe looked amazing, I’ll have to try! Happy camping!!

[@flyinggeckos123]

Lol whoever said that acts like junk food is a “food group.” Everything in moderation, but that probably comes from a perspective Of not really knowing what is in most of our food.

[@kamicrum4408]

Balance people Balance!