How to Deal With Picky Eaters and More Viewer Questions - Bone Broth, Cultured Dairy, and Ferments

[@MarysNest]

Hi Sweet Friends, Want to learn How to Deal with Picky Eaters when serving Traditional Foods? Then join me today as I share my tips and tricks and answer all your questions about bone broth, cultured dairy, ferments, and more. Plus, for all the beginners, I share the BEST WAY to get started with traditional foods. ➡SUBSCRIBE to my channel: kzbin.info ➡My KZbin Channel's Home Page: KZbin.com/MarysNest 🍎BLOG POST with MORE DETAILS: marysnest.com/how-to-deal-with-picky-eaters-and-more-viewer-questions/ ➡TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 1:56 How to get started with Traditional Foods 9:27 How to deal with picky eaters 30:20 Low carb and high carb at the dinner table 48:49 Sugar and low carb 1:08:27 Bone broth questions 1:42:10 Culturing dairy questions 1:54:36 Fermentation questions ➡FREE 36-PAGE ESSENTIAL TRADITIONAL FOODS PANTRY LIST: marysnest.com/free-traditional-foods-pantry-list/ ➡10 STEPS TO INFLATION PROOF YOUR PANTRY CHECKLIST (No Email Required): marysnest.com/how-to-fight-rising-grocery-prices-with-free-checklist/ ➡FREE EMERGENCY FOOD SUPPLY LIST AND MEAL PLAN (No Email Required): marysnest.com/how-to-build-a-2-week-emergency-food-supply/ ➡SUBSCRIBE TO THE FREE TRADITIONAL FOODS NEWSLETTER: marysnest.com/signup-traditional-foods-newsletter/ ➡JOIN THE TRADITIONAL FOODS KITCHEN ACADEMY (Optional Membership Community): kzbin.infojoin ➡POPULAR VIDEO SERIES: ▶MASTER THE BASICS OF TRADITIONAL NUTRIENT DENSE FOODS COOKING: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U3b4eu0QraZReKlGzA11h3y ▶ROAST CHICKEN RECIPES: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U1cHY5Pvvu-FKHXelHkL_gM ▶THE ULTIMATE PREPPER PANTRY SERIES: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U0WCxRNWm60Yt0ihEQbfpUl ▶HOW TO STOCK THE TRADITIONAL FOODS KITCHEN PANTRY: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U1MqC3YAw7ZRYjuL9FBGSwc ▶HOW TO MAKE IMMUNE BOOSTING FOODS AND HOME REMEDIES FOR MODERN PIONEER LIVING: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U0p9nRAWldbyqYSbgwzARGd ▶HOW TO GROW MEDICINAL HERBS AND MAKE HOME REMEDIES: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U3eCyTEJqM_wyfxWl-E1b08 ▶HOW TO MAKE BONE BROTH: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U0JFsTi2N7sHSpU-vBR04CH ▶RECENT VIDEO UPLOADS: kzbin.infovideos As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of my links below are affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, I'll receive a small commission. It does not affect the price you pay. ✳MARY'S NEST AMAZON SHOP: Visit www.amazon.com/shop/marysnest to equip your Traditional Foods Kitchen. ✳FAVORITE BONE BROTH MAKING SUPPLIES: 10-Quart Stock Pot: amzn.to/3UuW0Xz 8-Quart Instant Pot: amzn.to/2Z0Np2E 7-Quart Slow-Cooker: amzn.to/2EeFjf3 Spider Strainer: amzn.to/2DhL5f5 Mesh Strainer: amzn.to/3iA7744 Flour Sack Towels: amzn.to/2IkLykZ Glass Bowls: amzn.to/3XWPKL1 Fat Separator: amzn.to/2DfNve5 Half Gallon Jar: amzn.to/3uqaY6o 2-Cup Glass Storage Jars with Plastic Lids: amzn.to/2Xupvjs ✳RECOMMENDED READING: Nourishing Traditions: amzn.to/2PLIXTG Nourishing Broth: amzn.to/2ShtUm4 LATEST DISCOUNT CODES: marysnest.com/shopping-guide/ Get up to 15% off discounts from US Wellness Meats, Mockmill Grain Mill, Masontops, Cultures for Health, Survival Garden Seeds, Redmond Real Salt, and More! ❤SOCIALIZE WITH ME: KZbin Community: kzbin.infocommunity Facebook: facebook.com/marysnest Facebook Private Group: facebook.com/groups/171869080205145 Instagram: instagram.com/marysnest Pinterest: pinterest.com/marysnest Twitter: twitter.com/marysnest Love, Mary

[@malikilyas1621]

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[@almostahomestead]

I am Polish and have seen my mother make so many ferments the same way as you described Mary. When she taught me to ferment pickles and sauerkraut none of it was exact. It was no fuss, simple, humble and delicious. Not only is it healthy but it brings me right back to my mama's table.

[@simplify9436]

One of the key words I picked up on around 27:30-27:32 ish was serving food lovingly. I think that is missing within our families now. I was taught to cook and serve a meal carefully and lovingly it’s a way of showing love. ❤ I find myself forgetting that when I’m tired after work. I enjoy your videos and your way of teaching. Thank you for sharing.

[@clicquot2271]

Your post brought tears to my eyes❤ Loving intention in all that we do, especially the food with which we nourish our loved ones and ourselves. Our world is starving for this. It starts at home, at the table.

[@simplify9436]

Thank you for your kind response.

[@lindabiegenwald5924]

Hi Mary my mother was a fabulous baker, as I mentioned before her bread was heavenly pillows of yummyness. She would lay her homemade bread on the side and slice, her slices where even. Also and this one thinking about it makes me giggle. She would always use a spatula getting every drop out of can or jar, she would say get that all, you paid for it!!

[@morningglory3365]

Love the "Ms. Gloria" traditions. Mary, you are very blessed to have a wonderful mom.

[@GardeningWarrior]

Dear sweet Mary..Through the years I have learned soooo much from you. I grew up seeing my family saving their scraps of everything then using it to make bone broth but I didnt have all the knowledge to make it right until I watched your videos..Thank you! I now buy and use chicken paws and have 3 ladies in my apartment complex who I have taught to use them to make yummy healthy bone broth for their families as well.

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

Why in the world do you think how you were doing it was wrong? Were you making broth? Then it was a win🙂

[@GardeningWarrior]

@@YeshuaKingMessiah my bone broth didnt look as gelatinous- once I started adding vinegar..it pulled the goodies out of the bones and cartilage and I finally had a good flavorful bone broth.

[@haanhdo4190]

2 hours+ of Mary? Yes please 😍

[@mausfledermaus7811]

Mary, your advice to add red wine instead of vinegar to beef bone broth was a game changer for me! Now I add wine ( red or white) to all my bone broths and they taste so good! Thank you so much! Inna.

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

I add double the vinegar lol But I do have a few recipes that call for beer. Just not a wine drinker (nor beer but I do like its taste in cooking dishes).

[@carolynclitheroe3588]

I’ve recently found adding lemon juice when making chicken bone broth is more delicious than vinegar too

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

@@YeshuaKingMessiahone time I had grocery shopped, got home really late and only put away the refrigerator groceries. The next morning I had to leave for work at 6am and got home about 9pm, that’s when I realized I had accidentally thawed a turkey breast. I threw it in a crockpot and dumped an outdated can of beer on it and let it cook overnight…..oh my gosh, it was the best turkey I’ve ever had !!! Now when I have leftover beer from summer lake days, I cook with it ! Blessings

[@VsNorthwoodsHomestead]

I've heard you mention the "Nurishing Traditions" book several times now. It's actually on sale right now for $18.39 on Amazon! I finally ordered a copy and can't wait to get it!

[@99zanne]

My child attempted to be a picky eater. Not only was I not a short order cook, my kitchen was not a 24 hour truck stop. Our rules were, eat all on your plate and u get dessert; you taste everything on your plate to get down from the table; and, after dinner, no more food until breakfast. She lost dessert maybe 10 times? Refused her supper 2 times and went to bed hungry. After that, she ate every meal. I never made a fuss or worried about it because the food was available and she had to go from 6 to 6 with a growly tummy. (She was still alive the mornings after she chose to skip dinner!)

[@hoosierpioneer]

Mary, my ears perked up when you mentioned Adele Davis! My great aunt Vera worked for Adele typing for her books! I don't know what years but I'd guess 1920s or 1930s. I have 3 or 4 of her books and always say I'll read them someday. I think it's time I do.

[@LoriSkees]

This has been so helpful! I made Turkey bone broth after Thanksgiving and I used a cup of Chardonnay for the acid. (I think you suggested wine in a Facebook comment.) It turned out wonderful! I put it in the freezer and I plan to defrost it to drink on a daily basis. It is so satisfying and I love the bit of wine flavor. 2023 is going to be the year of intentional frequent ferments, bone broth and for the first time, homemade yogurt. I am visiting friends in central Texas right now (Buda, outside of Austin) and I was able to go to HEB. What a fabulous grocery! I am reading Nourishing Traditions right now and loving it. Thanks for all your knowledge and inspiration!

[@itgetter9]

Mary, I LOVE to hear your stories! You are a true gem. I'm on this journey, and I still have just a few of the basics under my belt, but I am loving the journey and am feeling a lot better without all the processed gunk. Thank you for all you do, and just for your gentle way in the world. God Bless.

[@shellydrake1691]

Love all your videos! Yes, yes, yes to "cheat sheets"! I love to make binders with all the info I find. It helps if one day I can't use a computer. I have one binder that I lovingly refer to as "My Sweet Friend Mary's Easy Emergency Binder". I know it's a mouthful, but usually all I have to say is My Sweet Friend, and my household knows what I am talking about. Thank you for all you do for us & God Bless.

[@lindamoran7548]

I so appreciate you Mary! Thank you for taking extra time to make sure information is understood. I know we all appreciate it!

[@joshuafrederich]

It's an absolute delight to find somebody who uses more Vermouth in their cooking than me.

[@MarysNest]

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[@denisescull4227]

Hi Mary! I want you to know that I just enjoyed a nice cup of tea together over a cozy fireside chat with you. I particularly enjoyed your mother's way of dealing with picky eaters, well really I enjoyed the whole video. Thank you for sharing your wealth of information and I look forward to our visits.

[@HappyGoLucky70]

Thank you, Mary! Your videos always give me new ideas to try. Your honesty and warmth make for a great presentation style. The anecdote about something bubbling in the master bedroom closet made me think of my Sicilian grandmother. You never what you might find… fig wine, etc.

[@Hannah-pc7hg]

What a sweet and lovely lady you are Mary ☺ Thank you for bringing back neglected treasures, and helping people like others and myself become better in the kitchen. 🥰 Enjoying this video with a cup of tea.

[@rikkimontero]

On the topic of how to feed picky children. I agree with everything you said but would also add having the children prepare and cook the food with you. Get them involved. They will hopefully be engaged and take pride in the creations as well as gain the knowledge and experience of how much work planning and effort go into feeding the family. Gratitude for and awareness of the love that goes into the preparations are also a great lesson to be had. Not to mention they are learning a skill, how to survive and inspires creativity in them as well. Good memories will be had

[@MarysNest]

Great tip!! Love, Mary

[@booksmith1193]

Thank you for this video. On the matter of cooking with wine when you don’t drink it, I buy box wine. It comes in a plastic skin inside a cardboard box and does not allow air inside when you draw off a serving. I buy a box of red and a box of white just for cooking. They’re in my prepper pantry!

[@DawnieRotten]

You were (and still are) a GOOD MOTHER/Parent, as was your mother, Mary!! Which is an EXTREMELY RARE thing!!

[@kirstmlarson1]

Your post-ice storm video was so good! I remember you talked through what you had that made life easier, as well as the things you learned that you needed. That was probably the most helpful video to me on how to prepare for power outages.

[@karensheart]

Thank you again Ms. Mary!!! I am forever grateful for all I learn from you! Be blessed this CHRISTmas season with memories that hug your heart!!!❤

[@allsorts4041]

Amazing video Mary! Really enjoyed all the detailed info. ❤

[@Laura-je2uw]

This was a wonderful video. I cant wait to hear more about you personally. You seem so different to many people i know - genuinely kind, relaxed, positive, always smiling - i would love to know more about you and how you became who you are and you remain so positive❤ what are the things you do (or dont do) to be so joyful. i do think that carbs are very important - they are the main source of energy for our brains, so it is no wonder that people who eat low carb lack energy and can not perform as well - physically and mentally - thats why carbs are especially important for children. Human breast milk is very rich in carbohydrates. There is nothing more nourishing and satisfying than a good sourdough bread, homemade mashed potatoes or a hearty pasta dish. When you focus on real whole foods that are rich in nutrients, you do not require a lot of it to feel satisfied and nourished - as opposed to highly processed foods that seem to never satisfy us and leave us hungry and craving more only 30 min later.

[@marysidle5132]

As always, an entertaining and informative video. Thank you Mary for teaching us what you know. GOD Bless

[@vickirausch47]

‘‘Tis a gift to be simple...❤ you Mary. I’ve been a WAPF member for ten years and you always have tips that make things easier. Thank you ❤

[@HalleluYahuah]

I live in an RV, and don't have room for a lot of books. Nourishing Traditions is one of the few books I take with me on my travels.

[@ReginaFilangy324]

Hi Mary! Thank you for this video. Because of you I started making bone broth in the instant pot and it is delicious! I’d love to see more of those videos. By the way: I loved the video where you talked about growing your own food from seeds. Have a lovely weekend.

[@MarysNest]

Oh Judith!! Thank you so much!! I love hearing that!! Love, Mary❤️🤗❤️

[@greenleavesofsummer9673]

I use natural chicken to make bone broth and what a difference in broth and eating the delish chicken! I never knew.

[@atasteofsintmaarten5501]

Hello Mary! Very informative video, thank you so much for your insight and sharing.

[@rough-hewnhomestead5737]

Love this! I especially liked the part you shared about how your Mom would always be so kind to neighborhood kids/friends who insisted that their family only ate store-bought foods.... I'm sure her quiet lessons stuck with many of them and came resounding back later in life---Real foods ARE the good stuff! God bless!

[@LynnMTHA]

Mary, everyone, my now 12yo grandson was in a clinic for chronic muscular skeletal pain 2 years ago when we were first starting on this path. Now 6'2" he's grown 8 inches! Oh, and lost 10lbs.

[@rachelholdt6840]

I wanted to make a comment on the answer you gave about the kombucha. I worked as a microbiologist at a kombucha manufacturer for 5 years and did all the small scale work to develop their kombucha base. Kombucha organisms include yeasts, which feed on the sugars to split them down and create glucose and alcohol, as well as bacteria that take the glucose to turn into gluconic acid, and turn the alcohol to acetic acid (vinegar). In no way do they feed on caffeine. They do like to grow in a similar media time after time, basically they've grown accustomed to growing well with all the tannins and antioxidants that tea has. If you experiment with other herbs like lemon balm, mint, oregano, and astragalus, they can add different properties to your ferment. All these herbs, including tea, prevent pathogenic bacteria from growing, while helping the good bacteria grow better. It does take them a generation or two to get used to it once introduced. Contrary to popular belief, kombucha is not probiotic in and of itself. The yeasts and bacteria in it are unlikely to colonize the gut, and likely to cause problems if they do. It does, however, have some anti-inflammatory compounds and prebiotic compounds in it. The species of yeast and bacteria in kombucha are essentially the same as those found in any raw vinegar. (This is known from getting many, many species of bacteria and yeasts from kombucha DNA tested).

[@batgirl9745]

My mom had spaghetti 🍝 and watermelon 🍉 parties for the neighbor children during the summer. Children from blocks away would come and eat.. Sometimes we had over 25 children that showed up at our parties. Alot of fun and find memories.

[@billie5057]

I clicked so hard when I saw "picky eaters"! Thank you!!

[@lulu6618]

Really enjoyed your fireside chat. I learn something better every time I watch your videos-so helpful. It took me a couple of days to watch the whole video because of my schedule, but I look forward to it and enjoyed every moment. Some things one just can't hear enough of. I look forward to #2 and hope it is just as long. Thank you

[@smiller6925]

My husband and I have different dietary needs. One of us is lower carb the other lower protein. I find a balanced simple meal works pretty well. We adjust our portions to our needs. He loves soups which are easy to make higher vegetable and lower carb. I find a half cup of barley (and I imagine farrow would work) makes a large pot of soup feel less "diet". Rice is tricky- very high glycemic- but a quarter cup serving (sounds so little but you'd be surprised!) of rice goes a long way when mixed with vegetables. The same in casseroles- up the vegetables and quarter the carbs. You don't miss it! Most people can eat vegetables, so I do my best to make them tasty. Traditional foods are very adaptable.

[@leighchristopher220]

My grandmother was like your mom. She wanted us to have real food, and when we turned up our nose at it, she would say very sweetly. Well, you don’t have to eat it if you don’t want to… so if her words didn’t work, she would just look at me and I knew it was the right thing to do to try the food.

[@bhallmark3390]

I am one of those who is a bit sensitive to gluten, so I’m excited to try your sourdough to see if I can tolerate it. Thank you for taking the time to give such thorough explanations and information in this video…….😊………..❤️Brenda

[@teresaschroepfer3695]

Miss Mary, I have to tell you about my family coming g over for Thanksgiving. My SIL is a vegetarian , so no meat. My BIL won’t eat anything green, my nephew had a severe nut allergy, my husband won’t eat cheese or dairy. My daughter has a texture problem. I wanted to scream , it was an odd combination but it worked out. Lol

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

We don’t have nuts or cheese on Turkey day. Very little green things either. The veghead can eat it all but the turkey. The texture thing I’m sure ur used to. That would be hardest for me.

[@michelleyard1022]

Honestly, I'd suggest a potluck. That way everyone can bring something they like and share their "favorites" with family. I'd do what I like (lots of dressing, potatoes, turkey and gravy, lol). Everyone finds something they like.

[@thechaosgoblin]

Another thing you can do to mellow your fermented vegetables if they're a bit too sour is to strain the solids from the brine, set the brine aside, add the solids to a new, clean jar, add some homemade fruit vinegar (up to half the remaining volume), then cover with the reserved brine. After about a day, I find it takes the edge off of the pickles when they've over fermented and become more tart than I like. Whatever brine is left over goes into the next batch of veggies to kickstart the next ferment 🙂 Any fruit vinegar will work, but I'm particularly fond of asian pear and lemongrass or strawberry vinegar.

[@MarysNest]

Great tip!

[@bsimmons2577]

Great story about picky eaters. I raised my husband and children exactly that way. Now with grandbabies it's harder when they come to Nana's. But still try the "non-event" actions and yes they've come back to the table after a while when they're hungry. But I do try to make things like good pizza (almond flour crust or cauliflower crust - they have no idea either), chicken noodle soup etc that I know they'll like so I start on good ground to begin with, with my grandbabies. Just keep it low key and absolutely no short order cook. That's what's wrong with our society is EVERYONE gets to rule - nope children are children and parents are parents!! No role reversal here!! God bless Mary!!!

[@5ms687]

Hello Mary, Such wonderful knowledge you are sharing with us. Thank you so much! I have watched your videos, but just found that I could subscribe)) So I will be a regular. Note: I have been such a picky eater all of my life. I enjoy Haddock, but if someone put a Fisherman's Platter in front of me, well, I would have to leave the room. My husband loves all seafood, so if we dine out and he orders that or clams, I have to sit beside him so I don't have to watch him eat those " things", lol. I don't eat eggs at all, unless it's a custard pie, and very little. I don't eat sausages, or spam, only if I'm forced to cook it. Ham is the only canned meat I like, or fried beef for cream chopped beef. I like sugar, butter and bread, of course jellies and jams. I don't care much for hot dogs, unless they are foot long and burned on the grill. I do like corn chowder and would love to find a good recipe for succotash. I am a bread baker and I do canning. But w/o beef & steak, or haddock, I'm not sure how I can eat a healthy, protein packed meal- which I do need. Wondering if you have any suggestions. I do Italian meals just fine, my husband is Italian., so lasagna, pasta & meatballs are all good. Other than that, idk what I will fill in with something that is healthy. Thank you for the wonderful information! I do want to learn to make butter and learn to store it) pattie Blessings to you and yours💗

[@angelap3241]

Hi Mary! I’m vegan and I want to let you know it’s really not as hard as you think :) I watch your videos to learn mostly about fermentation, and it’s been so very helpful! Honey is not eaten by most of us but it’s ok because there is molasses maple syrup agave rice syrup etc etc. No meat but there is lentils beans seitan soy etc etc. Veganism allows for absolute abundance and that is the one thing I wish everyone would understand. It is incredibly healthy! Thank you for teaching us all how to make the healthy version of things!! It is not a restriction to avoid animal products, it is an absolute joy to honour the other species on earth ❤

[@MarysNest]

Thank you SO much for sharing this with me!! Love, Mary❤️🤗❤️

[@thepickledpixie9052]

Prrrreach! When you live paycheque to paycheque there's always an unexpected bill that floors you. A vet bill, car repair... It's hard when you don't have emergency funds to dip into. You just go further and further down the pit. We live in hard times and you're absolutely right that the system is against us. My energy bills have quadrupled in a year - and that's with me having downsized to a smaller house. We're tried not putting the heating on to reduce bills but it's winter in Scotland. The washing took days to dry on the airer and had a musty smell because it's been sitting damp for so long. The condensation's running off the windows, door and letterbox. Black mould forming on the seals. So I've bought a dehumidifier and I'm having to put the heating on for a wee while each day. Everyone's feeling the pinch, even the middle classes so what chance do ordinary folk have? We have been living frugally for years...decades. We don't have savings to fall back on because we struggle to cover essentials. We've nothing left to save. Hang in there. Love from Scotland. X

[@maryglidden2943]

Sitting here, sipping on some bone broth that I learned how to make from you! Thank you for answering the questions that I had concerning broth and fermenting. Learned more tips also as I listen to you wax eloquently on all things nourishing! You are a great teacher! Have a blessed Christmas!

[@WaningGibbous]

Hi mary 👋 new subscriber :D My husband is a picky eater, I'm a traditional cook and have always cooked for my family and taught my children to cook ( they're all adults now ) My new hubby hates vegetables and only likes processed crap..it's a bit frustrating trying to get him to eat right...he's just been diagnosed with pre diabetes so it's more of an issue now.

[@MarysNest]

Hi Sherry, Welcome!! So happy we are on this traditional foods journey together! Yes, with the pre-diabetes diagnosis, your hubby may be more on board with eating traditional foods. Love, Mary❤️🤗❤️

[@JazzyMamaInAK]

My mom is also Miss Gloria 😁 If any of my friends said they didn't eat XYZ she would just not serve them anything because she wasn't a caterer and we were frequently too poor to let food be wasted; ditto for me at her friend's house, and I was very picky, smells and textures bothered me too. One time in all the many years being around her best friend I couldn't make myself eat something she cooked, I cried because I didn't want to hurt her feelings, she made me something else, but that was once in at least 20 years of knowing her. So I won't force, but I don't cater either. I do say you can't like something you've never tried, so I'll give a little on a spoon. My 2 cents

[@jhildebrand7447]

Thanks Mrs. Mary! ♡

[@robang01]

Mary, you are such a light in this world, thank you for your generosity, leadership, thoroughness, and kindness. You’re so detailed in all of your instructions, far better than anybody I’ve ever come across, and that goes to show how deep your caring for humanity goes. What a treasure you are. If your taking Q. Can you do a more in-depth video on grinding whole grains like kamut, einkorn and spelt. Etc. your other videos are fantastic on the grains but maybe a video collaborating with the focus on grinding. AP flours or more on what the Jaheim extractions are. If you have any ideas that come to mind, great. If not, carry on as you’re doing a great job. I learned a lot from your grain videos already

[@fullofhope2222]

I LOVE YOGURT - Im going to try this ❤❤❤

[@TheSzachuey]

You are a Godsent Blessing,,And 11 months later,,I'm grateful ❤❤🥰THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE 💯🙏💖🇺🇸

[@joycewedel9084]

Today is Dec. 15th & prayed & hoped that your area didn't get tornadoes or blizzards. God Bless!

[@mcbeed2770]

Great Video Mary ! Loved that it was long. Don't watch TV so worth every minute to me. Don't like yogurt & cold day you know where for kombucha but other things I learn. Love you Mary. HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO YOU & YOURS ⛄❄️☃️🎄

[@Sunshine_State]

I just want to say thank you for your videos. I’ve learned a lot from you and I’m always so happy when you post new videos! Merry Christmas to you and your family 🎄❤️🎄

[@dep164]

Thank you! Thank you! I am so appreciative of your help! I have learned so much from watching your channel!

[@HLT646]

Growing up, when our plates were made for us, we were to try a taste of whatever was put on our plate. Now, if we were to dish up our own plate, then we were to eat what we dished up.

[@solvereadingproblemswithph9070]

I bought the book you recommended by MaryJane Butters, " Wild Bread" .(or Sourdough). I followed her method for an entire month and purchased the Brod & Taylor proofer since I have a cool house in winter (although I too live in Texas). My breads have never failed using her methods and the help of the proofer. I now keep my Mother starter in the refrigerator as instructed in her book. I have also made Yogurt from Raw Milk using the Brod & Taylor proofer since it allows me to keep it under 105 degrees, retaining the nutrients in raw milk, (following KZbin video instructions). Also, I have always used the Sourkraut recipe from Nurishing Traditions and it has never failed.

[@marjorieroche5490]

hi

[@patti6194]

Miss Gloria's "That's very nice!" is like the crunchy version of "Well, bless her heart!"

[@HY-du5nt]

Mary, you're like the aunt I always wanted to have.❤

[@leadingkitchenbysumaira]

Looks absolutely too yummy delicious

[@tinawirth4467]

Hi Mary, Do you have a video for the homemade dog food? I see a link in your blog post with the recipe but it’s not working. Thanks! Tina

[@MarysNest]

Hi Tina, oh dear!! Let me see why that link is not working. Love, Mary

[@deshannsears5392]

Nice

[@NR-xn9ji]

Hi Mary! I have a question dealing with fermenting. I have the book Nourishing Traditions and in her recipes for ferments she uses filtered water. We have well water. Is using some kind of filter necessary? Love your channel! Nancy

[@vanguardiris3232]

Thank you! I did mean the scoby, though there's about half a litre of kombucha tea in with it as well. (Two jars flopped due to contamination, I think, and I must have forgotten the third in the cupboard.) I've done a PH test and it's almost nearly but not quite vinegar, and I'm tempted to pull the babiest part of the scoby out with a bit of the tea to start afresh and restart feeding the vinegar and the elder scobies to see how tangy I can get it

[@jamaicanfarmershut]

Sweet marry

[@chrismazz75]

1:09:56, leftover pasta water is very salty. Correctly salted, it tastes like ocean water. Does the salt content affect the growth of sourdough?

[@bengali481]

Amy Dacyzn solved the picky eater problem in the Tightwad Gazette with her three bite rule. Three bites of each food on the plate. When they are eaten, and not until them, the child can have more of whatever they like. This way, they can develop a taste for new foods, and there is no waste, no meal time struggles.

[@GardeningWarrior]

Mary, Is there any way to keep the pasta and potato waters good besides in a fridge? Can you freeze them? I use mine to make my soups thicker.

[@MarysNest]

You can also freeze it. Love, Mary

[@JoanWakefield]

When I was a very young child i had rheumatic fever that causes a major heart problem. I was on strike bed rest for a year ( at 4 years old). I now understand that I couldn't have foods that required energy for digestion. My diet was fruit juice with knox gelatin. Raw milk with a raw egg. Broth from different soups. ( no solid foods that i remember). We had our own cow and hens. I have always had beautiful hair and nails and good teeth . As i got stronger a friend brought me some *horse candy" ( l learn later that it was cotton seed cake for livestock) about 8 years later i had a relapse, which is normal for rheumatic fever, We lived on a ranch where cotton seed cake was ready available and my diet wasn't quit as restricted but still plenty of raw milk and eggs. Inspite of rheumatic fever being repetitive i didn't have any more relapse even though others that I know had relapses about every 5 years. A valve in my heart is weak but doesn't cause me any problems. I am now 83. No health issues, no prescriptions only over the counter vitamins and supplements. Also raised 3 children. Just thought you might be interested. ( unfortunately they aren't making cotton seed cake like that anymore)

[@thriftytashi429]

Mary!!!!

[@MarysNest]

Hey Tashi!! How are you doing? So nice seeing you here! Love, Mary❤️🤗❤️

[@amandabaker4496]

what a sweet mother you had.

[@DailyMyChildhood]

That's an impressive video .

[@kathymonroe7476]

Thank you for all information. I tried to make ghee. I have a little settlement in the bottom of my jars. I used 2- fine strainer’s together. Is it still good?

[@Laura-je2uw]

I think you neeed to filter through cheesecloths and be careful to leave the sedimented milk proteins in the pot.

[@MarysNest]

Hi Kathy, Laura gave you great advice. Love, Mary

[@kathymonroe7476]

@@MarysNest do I need to reheat all of the ghee and filter?

[@taylormclain4017]

no fanfare...that's how i would respond when my kids would say a cuss word when they were very little lol

[@tammy707]

What about a deer carcass/bones?

[@MarysNest]

Definitely!! Treat it like you are making beef bone broth.

[@maryannjesien4516]

Hi Mary, I make bone broth with turkey for my dog. She is allergic to chicken. I’ve been using raw wings and backs necks, whatever is available. Do I need to cook the pieces with meat first and then make the bone broth. I use the instant pot on the soup setting cooking it for about 2.5 hrs. Then I make a smaller second batch. Let me know if I’m doing this wrong. Mary Jesien

[@MarysNest]

Hi Mary, pre-cooking them is not required. It just serves to improve the flavor and color. Love, Mary❤️😘❤️

[@TerryC69]

Hi Mary! HELP PLEASE! I am new to making homemade chicken stock. Case in point, I was preparing some chicken wings, previously frozen, today, and it occurred to me that the tips could go in for a stock BUT I wasn't ready, at that moment, to start one. Right now, those wing tips are bagged and in my freezer. Is this safe? There was still some ice crystals on the bottom of the foam tray when we were processing these and the tips went right back into the cold. I would like to be able to collect bits and freeze them until ready to make a stock but I also don't want to poison myself.

[@MarysNest]

Hi Terry, I wouldn’t worry about refreezing them. You’re going to be using them to make bone broth, not eating them, per se. So the texture becomes a non-issue. Love, Mary❤️🤗❤️

[@TerryC69]

@@MarysNest Many Thanks, kind lady!

[@angelhenson5799]

Hello sweet Mary,

[@carolet747]

we make bento box stye for the grandkids. from australia

[@reneshabowles9355]

How do you make cruciferous veggies tasty to a toddler?

[@solaura6218]

Never eat cooked vegetables without butter or some fat & sea salt. Especially for children.

[@LifestyleGardener]

Stir fry it!

[@clicquot2271]

First, remember that young children are often "super tasters" and bitter flavors can be extra strong for them. This can include acidic foods, too. Be patient. They will probably outgrow this sensitivity, but some people never do. George W Bush hated broccoli all his life! > Season them with pureed or finely chopped herbs. > Smoothies w apple or applesauce, banana or pineapple. Sweeten with a tad bit of maple syrup or ground date sprinkle. > Smoothies can be pureed veggie soups, too. Or keep thick to eat with a spoon. > Puree with mashed potato or mashed cooked carrots. > Use as finger foods and offer a yogurt-based dip with flavors they like. >Lightly sprinkle with spices. Start with familiar, liked flavor profiles, perhaps Italian or Asian. > Do a quick search on cutting cute shapes for Bento boxes. Cooked root veggies should work ok for toddlers. > Rename them- cauliflower florets are clouds, broccoli is a little tree, etc. Seasoning blends, cinnamon, nutmeg, oregano, dill, chives, mint, citrus juice, paprika- plain for color, smoked for flavor, etc. Seasoning works for adults, too. A study done by Appetite magazine tested vegetable consumption in a university cafeteria. They compares seasoned veggies to plain steamed ones. Students were over twice as likely to choose a veggie to eat when they were seasoned, plus a little oil and salt.

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

Butter, s&p We love vinegar too or redhot My kids are weaned on redhot, and for that matter vinegar too. I put it on everything - as soon as they start asking for it I start putting it on theirs, tiny bits at a time. Roasting vs boiling too Roasting is deeper flavor than stirfrying. They get more done too. Broccoli or cauli may taste good with some creamy dip but most cruciferous vegs don’t taste good raw. Cook well.

[@MarysNest]

Lots of butter and sea salt! Love, Mary

[@amandabaker4496]

im going to try the no fanfare thing.

[@wjdunn6207]

What can oat flour be used for? Thanks!

[@stephaniedeyoung5400]

What oil do you recommend for cooking popcorn?

[@sattaurnikki]

I wanted to email you about kefer. I bought kefer grains and it was not growing. And the few that I made, the taste was different than the organic bought kefer. Any advice?

[@MarysNest]

Hi Nikki, I understand completely. Real kefir will taste different than what you get from the grocery store. The grocery store is cultured in a different way. They don’t use real kefir grains. When, making real kefir, it will be a little more watery, and once you strain the grains, you’ll want to mix it very well before drinking it. Also, some grains don’t grow very much, but you just want to keep reusing them over and over again and in time they will start to multiply. Love, Mary.

[@sattaurnikki]

@@MarysNest thank you so much Mary. I will so that! I was afraid to drink it, so i threw it away! 🙈

[@winston12364]

I have to follow a low FODMAP diet & cannot eat onions. What can I use instead, in a bone broth, or just leave them out??

[@kdonor]

Celery, carrots

[@andsoitgoes1142]

There is one thing that will work for picky eaters…the imminent food insecurity.

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

Oh YEAH It will be astonishing how quickly intolerances, sensitivities, texture issues and general pickiness will disappear when appetite is allowed to come to play again

[@mariebarker4499]

Thank you and God bless you! / Everyone please make sure you know Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour! He is coming soon! Please don't be left behind! Repent and accept Jesus! JESUS LOVES YOU! John 3:16, Revelation 20:15, 1 Corrinthians 15 1-4

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

Source for kefir grains? Happy Herbalist is NOT a good source

[@MarysNest]

Yes, best to get them live from someone who already has them or order them dehydrated from cultures for health. Love, Mary.

[@margaretcole3244]

If they don't like what i make they can go hungry.

[@TOSStarTrek]

Jellow was the food of kings at one time.

[@joannevans8278]

Your Mom was a wize Lady as was my Mom

[@WholeBibleBelieverWoman]

Hi Mary. You are such a sweet lady, and I t hink you may want to know this: the way you pronounced KEFIR (as kuh-FEAR) is indeed how some say that would should be pronounced (though, oddly, you are the only person I have heard pronounce it that way). I have always heard (here in Texas at least) the pronunciation KEE-fur. The thing is, I learned about and read about the time of Apartheid in South Africa and learned that in South Africa at that time KAFFIR (pronounced, according to the author of the book KAFFIR BOY), is a word used very similar to the "N" word was used in the United States -- both words being very highly charged and very racist (at least in the "old" meaning of that word; don't ask me about critical race theory -- all I know is that is insane). And the racist term in South Africa, KAFFIR, is/was pronounced "kuh-FEAR." I learned about this many years ago and I just thought you might like to know, because I don't think you would want to unknowingly strongly offend someone who have moved here from South Africa. Apologies if you think I am making a mountain out of a molehill.

[@thestickerfarm1254]

I know you have no control over the advertisements but the ads are coming in every 5 minutes or so. The interruptions in your mid sentence are really annoying. This does not seem to happen to other presenters. Is there something you are required to allow? Love your content.

[@GinaSiska]

Maybe close out the video, YT does this. It was not happening to me. But if you close out the video then open it back up again it can help.

[@diannamc367]

I have seen people say that if you fast forward the video to the end and restart, it will play without the ads. The problem is, that might take away Mary's revenue for all of the great information she gives.

[@MarysNest]

You are so kind, but don’t worry about that at all. Yes, try different things like fast forwarding or opening and closing the video. Sometimes it can have a lot to do with how many or how a few videos you watch.

[@MarysNest]

Thank you so much. It may have triggered something with this video being so long. I don’t really have any control over it. But the suggestions from the other viewers underneath your comment might help as I have heard that that can work. Love, Mary.

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

I guess I wasn’t as gracious as your mom, when my kids had friends over I would hear them whisper to their friend, “don’t say you don’t like it or you won’t get to eat” 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@karleedu]

Why didn't you answer my question that I put on your website? It's been 2 weeks. Very disappointed!

[@Laura-je2uw]

You are very, very rude! She probably gets a couple of 100 questions every week, no one has the time to respond to all questions. Check in with your manners.

[@karleedu]

@@Laura-je2uw You are the same. If she didn't want to answer questions, she shouldn't tell people to email her. Check your facts.

[@MarysNest]

I will definitely be answering your questions. I had to break the video into two parts because it was getting so long. And I will be answering more questions in future videos throughout the next year. I do get a lot of questions on my community page on KZbin and I also get a lot of emails. I do this all by myself, and I do not have any assistants so it can be very difficult for me to keep up. Thanks so much for your patience! Love, Mary❤️🤗❤️

[@karleedu]

@@MarysNest Thank you Mary. I get so frustrated when I ask questions and then don't get answers. I'm sorry for being upset with you.

[@diannamc367]

@@MarysNest 💖

[@Great-Bharat-1]

Shitttttt 😢