MEAL PREP WITH ME FOR THE WEEK // COOK WITH ME FRIED CHICKEN WITH THE BEST MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE!

[@dianeemerson2649]

Today’s meals and recipes bring back memories of my grandmother. She soaked her chicken in buttermilk before frying and cooked her collards greens with bacon - so down home delicious.

[@amberebersole2637]

I would love to see a kitchen tour with your must-haves for kitchen utensils, pots, pans, etc. and tips on how to organize/use certain items. I think it would be such a fun video.

[@crystlehernandez2872]

I enjoy seeing you do your meal plan and getting it all ready for the week. Your dinner looks delicious 😋

[@amberebersole2637]

Your hair and nails are always so pretty. You look so put together in all of your videos and it is my goal to do better with this!

[@e.adriannapatterson3900]

Yessss, I'm in here Lauren! When I saw macaroni and cheese, my soul leaped! Glad to see you add some oil to your collard greens. I fry some fat back meat after I have washed away all the salt that preserves it, then I add the grease from the meat to my greens. Next, I add a par boiled turkey neck with water added to simmer my greens. Some of my people also put two large ham hocks in the greens for that delicious ham flavor. I, too have tried ham hocks. My late aunt Elizabeth who was better known as BigMama put bacon grease and fatback meat grease in her collards. She worked for a lawyer for years not only as their housekeeper, but she was their cook. They would have her cook their Thanksgiving dinner for them every year. And paid her extra! Her food was that good. Your greens look Delicious 😋.

[@JesseLynnLibertarian]

I love finding gems like this in the comments sections! Thanks for sharing the lovely memories ❤

[@Lenchika]

I would love to see a video tutorial of that process! :). Thanks for sharing 👍

[@e.adriannapatterson3900]

@@JesseLynnLibertarian Awwwh hi. Glad it touched you hun. Something about food always triggers my emotions and sacred memories.

[@e.adriannapatterson3900]

@@Lenchika Hi. If I were a You Tuber, yesss, I would love to do tutorial 😉

[@pancakequeen]

Thank you for sharing these fun memories!

[@harleygirl7547]

Happy Sunday Everybody

[@e.adriannapatterson3900]

The same to you HarleyGirl.

[@cindik7268]

Where were you when my children were in school, and I was a busy working mom? Oh, I know…you were in school, too. Lol You are my older daughter’s age. But, I adore everything you do! Your energy level surpasses any I’ve ever had…even when I was in my twenties and thirties. After a day of teaching elementary aged children ( my dream fulfilled) I’d come home and be exhausted. Phew. To have the meals you create, we wouldn’t be eating until 7 at night. But, you definitely make things look easy because of your preparation and organization. You’re the best, Lauren. I do have a question, or two…do you give the veggie scraps to the chickens? And could you tell me again about your nails? I love your videos, and get excited to see what you’re doing. ❤️

[@asmaa_vlog_85]

I just randomly found her channel in my recommendation now i'm obsessed with her videos she's so freaking talented.♥️🍡💗💕🍨🎂🥰💖🍧🍭💘🥳🎡💖🎉✨🎂💞🎠🎠🧁🥰🍓♥️🥰🍓💖

[@marymarks7046]

Your meal prep is fabulous! It works well like a well oiled machine! TFS.

[@rachelkivarkis1801]

Sweetheart Lauren, I don’t know where to begin. Plain and simple, u r amazing, God bless u and thank u, for all u do. The menu plan for the week, the handwriting and the cooking, all r winners. I check ur recipe always, when I am making lasagna. We love it and it always turn great. Thanks again for everything. 🙏🥰👍👏🌹❤️🌟✝️

[@lisawaddington9880]

I think your handwriting is pretty!

[@meaganalexander789]

I was saying your penmanship is beautiful then you say it’s childish..😱 where!!????? No way . I love it❤️❤️❤️

[@lisiepoo6933]

Metoo!

[@Whossheyenne]

Lol I was just thinking the same thing, it looks clean 🤗

[@laurahall2187]

I absolutely LOVE these type of videos with some cooking and decorating! I love your recipes and your decorating style, you keep it up girl👏👏🧡

[@mishalea]

Oh I love collards!! Your meal looked like some Delicious comfort food!! Have a blessed week!🏵️

[@cathyclark4444]

Looks so delicious Lauren,thank you for all of the cooking and inspiration 💓Luv your channel 🧡🍁🧡

[@mschenandlerbong8539]

I can't tell you how accomplished i would feel prepping a weeks dinners, like these. Like, i feel like i might as well be shooting to be an astronaut. But you can do it. So, i should try it. I think seeing someone do something that seems insurmountable from beginning to end is really really helpful. And I'm not beating up on myself, i can probably clean in a way others would find impossible. But cooking.... lol

[@maddyyberr]

Your handwriting is amazing! I have complete chicken scratch

[@tammybraxton898]

Looks great. I love making a roux for Mac and soaking my chicken in buttermilk as well! I just use a ton more seasonings though. Yummy!

[@MomJeansReads]

Yes about Pinterest, but also several Pinterest recipes I’ve tried are terrible, it’s a joke in our house. I like to get takeout menus and use that as inspiration for meals every once in a while.

[@pamdennis1007]

I love Collards and turnip greens with bacon. I'm from the south. You may know this, but collards if you grow them, they are sweeter when frost hits them. It they are bitter you can add a small amount of sugar. I know you and fMily eat healthy. Just fyi. Love your handwriting.

[@tracydixon5947]

I have never seen chicken fried like that but cannot wait to try this!

[@solangeriley3782]

Love that Fried chicken recipe, I will make it but how long do you leave the chicken in the oven?

[@Whossheyenne]

Such a cute video, 🤗 I’m curious about your meal planning & if there’s a reason Sunday didn’t have any menu items? Do you do something special for Sunday’s?

[@lindawillis9460]

Hi Lauren, So glad you are back to posting regularly. I am definitely going to make this dinner for my family. My husband loves collard greens but I really did not know how to make them but I do now. He will be so surprised. Thank you!

[@atl2388]

Feel the same about Pinterest. It’s okay for general inspiration but I like to find something and then make it my own with a twist. Thank you for being you! I know you have lot on your plate and we all appreciate your videos. 💜💜

[@sheilagustafson503]

It is 11 at night but I saw your video and I must have decaf coffee to watch.. so excited

[@carolynplott5011]

You have a pretty hand writing

[@tamiperkins-trickett2794]

Nice video today. Enjoyed seeing ur ideas to cook. And ur handwriting is great!

[@ritacapps9818]

Looks so yummy. Takes me back to the way my Mom use to cook. Loved it all.

[@ServeInLove]

I was thinking how pretty your handwriting is! 🙂

[@cathystrong4314]

Well now I’m hungry😂 thanks for the recipes!

[@lifelvr9509]

I vehemently disagree with you...your handwriting is fabulous!

[@kathytappero7179]

Love this meal! Thx for sharing how you cook it.

[@ritamaher9192]

Wow Lauren. I don't know how you do everything you do. You are a wonderful mom. Love your videos!

[@tadeuszoltarzewski]

Again another fabulous recipe mmm can't wait to make this buttermilk chicken. Keep them coming. 👋😍Mrs O from Devon England x

[@ivaneiarocatelli6296]

Ficou tudo organizado 👏🌹👏🇧🇷✨

[@danielleshepherd6110]

I love collards! You cook like you are from the deep south and I love it! Your fried chicken method seems quicker than mine. I poach the chicken first so when I fry it the chicken stays crispy. Its a family recipe. We also dip it or drizzle it with a honey and red pepper flake mix. If you are looking to change it up, because yes I agree, pintrest recipes get boring. Love your recipes! Since you like southern recipes look up pig pickin cake and hoe cake🥰

[@amandal4632]

What temp and time for finishing the chicken in the oven? I’ve never had it made this way and it looks delicious!!

[@danabreedlove5622]

Those are some of the prettiest collard greens I’ve ever seen. Coming from a Southerner, that’s saying a lot. Your supper looked yummy. Thanks for sharing

[@judydahl8297]

It all looks so delicious. You are amazing!

[@carmendlugo1585]

Always a delight! Thank you for sharing💖

[@mariettastadulislehman]

Hey Lauren! Do you mind sharing where/how you got the vintage alcohol posters up on your kitchen walls? I live in a 1925 Craftsman home and I think those would look so classy in mine. I also like to pay homage to my homes identity ☺️

[@HomeWithCindy24]

It's so nice to see a younger Mom cook for her children and husband and everything looks so delicious.

[@Idkimblonde]

Horrible handwriting?? LOL what!? You should get your eyes checked lol

[@annemcdonald3770]

I naked my Mac and cheese just as you do, but I never do breadcrumbs because I don't like how they turn out. I've never thought to toast them first! I'll have to give it a try!

[@brookejessee7727]

Oh my goodness! That looks so yummy!!😊

[@glendacecil49]

Hello enjoy your Sunday ,everything looks amazing !!

[@laurasimpson7211]

Your hair is gorgeous! 😁

[@kristytriggs7271]

Your so organized and everything looks delicious I like cooking for my kids and husband too ! Gonna try some of your recipes, Thank you Lauren

[@heidilyszczarz329]

What type of oven do you have and do you recommend it? We are doing a new renovation and getting a new oven so I am shopping for one! Thx!

[@tararimer8745]

I enjoy your cooking videos and food organization.

[@paulafreitas4794]

Hey Lauren! Where did you get that wooden sink tray you have in your kitchen?

[@LoveandBeauty98]

Lauren your hand writing is so pretty, I don’t see terrible at all!!

[@thatgirlmadge]

Is there a place where all your links are to print all your planners? I just love the way they look.

[@tangee1020]

Heeeyyyy sis, love the video. Dinner looks absolutely delicious…..

[@LoveIsKind2008]

Love these long videos 🤩 such a motivational video and the food looked delicious 🙂

[@caribevins5027]

Can u tell me the amounts of each ingredient u used to make the fried chicken please

[@reneejones8630]

Would you have a link to the wooden tray that sits on your kitchen sink it is gorgeous?

[@emilyromerosoccer7156]

I enjoy your meal preps approx how much do u spend on groceries per week?

[@linbron2018]

Try some Caribbean food, or creole “ the bare pantry show is a great one to start

[@JimLaw-kw2en]

I will put enough when u order. If i love that dress yes

[@theresawilloughby9884]

It is a lot of work to prep everything, but it makes it easier

[@paoolasefair7632]

I was thinking how cool your handwriting is 🤣🤣🤣

[@debbiemccann3711]

Dinner looked so good.

[@linbron2018]

Breakfast is also a great dinner, lots to do the eggs for lunch

[@AngelaAbner77]

Yum! Everything made me hungry! ❤️

[@sararovz308]

I love it. Im se you from monterrey México. 🙂

[@martivasiliades8407]

Yum ! Looks great !

[@catkorbel8021]

What is the brand of your kitchen faucet?

[@JamesLaw-l6k]

Let me give u card number so u can use it for food.

[@nasayjones3056]

All those beautiful colors of vegetables 😍 would love to see a weekly what’s for dinner video!! I’m new here ☺️♥️

[@nasayjones3056]

And you work!!! Even more inspiring

[@mikefelix932]

Great meal plan! - Shel

[@laurahumerickhouse9170]

What about Sunday?

[@andreabacon3324]

I was wondering the same thing! :)

[@ginamacone7135]

What do you do with leftovers?

[@HealthyBites-Hub]

Thank you so much for all what you share with us

[@eileenhoffmann701]

YUMMY COMFORT FOOD!!! Love it!

[@thatgirlmadge]

First ..you have lovely hand writing! I'm an Artist so just know you do. :) I LOVE the planners you use!! I am a pen to paper girl and I know you are too!!

[@emmanuellebassi7356]

Mhh seems sooo good!

[@TeashaTidiesUp]

YUM!!! It looks so delicious💕 I've been slacking on meal prep this summer, but as school approaches I definitely needed this motivation to jump back in it! Thanks for sharing

[@barbarapeterson8030]

LOVING THE SOUL FOOD RECIPES LAUREN; Love Collards, turnips, Kale. SHARED TO THE BURGH

[@tinalsanchez4837]

It’s true about Pinterest, it is the same recipe after recipe. I’ve gone back to my cookbooks and favorite family meals. Thank You for added meal inspiration…🌻

[@tamif64]

Wow! You’re almost to 100 k !! I started watching at 14K ….. you’re Awesome!

[@Behindthekirtons]

So glad I’m not the only one with this process. Makes my week go so smooth. I love the printouts. Printing them off right now. Edit: the drawers!! Omg love love love. Idk why I haven’t been doing this my whole life. Thank you 🥰

[@MishMashTravels]

I love making that buttermilk chicken! Have you ever tried Mustard Greens? I prefer them to Collards. Great video Lauren 👍

[@chrismahoney4230]

Looks delicious ❤

[@vkincaid731]

Smoke precooked turkey drumsticks or turkey neck is absolutely fantastic for collard greens.I always like to try something new. I'm definitely going to try the bourbon bacon.

[@200puppy]

I have never heard of frying chicken in butter alone, as much as I adore butter. Will definitely try this. TFS. The Mrs.

[@bettysweet9644]

You know I never thought much about intros, short so we get to the good stuff. Your time and mine is precious no need to waste it. Your doing great.

[@arrigocanecorso9396]

Love this video! Can’t wait to make this dinner for my husband!!! Thank you 😘 I’m new here and loving your channel!

[@JimLaw-kw2en]

Hey gal, where u get that dress

[@briankulzcak7037]

Good video, my family loved the chicken and collards. It was quick and easy to make. Tasted amazing. Thanks for sharing. Does anyone else get really bad gas from the collards? It got so bad my boss sent me home from work for the day! His loss! The meal was worth it!

[@angid3953]

So glad I found your channel! I live in NorCal as well. I’m making your fried chicken soon. Looks delicious!

[@joanndelise7292]

I think having a meal plan and preparing before is a good idea, with your family and working. The dishes you made look delicious and easy. I always enjoy watching you cook. I like to cook and look for different recipes. Have a blessed week.

[@martivasiliades8407]

You sure have developed a great planning/ prepping / cooking system ! Bravo 🎉 🤗🤗🤗🤗🎉

[@Alicia-K]

This is great! I like the idea of creating shopping list AFTER I meal plan. I always do opposite and we have extra food that goes bad. Seems like common sense but thanks, I needed this!

[@teresa8610]

We have been meal planning, and I’m really enjoying it. It does cut down on food waste. Your fried chicken dinner looked delicious! ❤️

[@juliebacon3027]

I discovered your channel this week as I was home miserable with Covid. It has been the bright spot in my week. Love your content. ❤️

[@lydiahernandez4254]

Hi Lauren, I am not a cook but, watching you cook makes me want to cook 😂 The chicken looks delicious! I just have to try to make that Mac n cheese. Have a blessed week ☀️

[@tabithathomas6581]

I just stumbled across your page. I’m hooked! Such a great channel ❤️

[@mixedchick105]

Such a great idea! I've been working on planning my family's dinners better, it helps!

[@jenastrickland8244]

Love your videos!! You are so beautiful and I love your sweet nature. You are the best Mama and wife. ❤️