Ding Ding Ding LUNCH TIME | What I Fed My Kids | What We Eat in a Week

[@mamabairds]

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[@dianastuart2977]

The meal ideas are helpful on a budget. And I like that they are balanced and provide nutrition. From what I have seen you are one of the few mom's on KZbin that actually cares about her kids and feeds them nutritious meals that are not full of sugar and junk. Thank You for the video and ideas.

[@mamabairds]

Thank you! I try to make them as healthy as I can! I don't want my kids to struggle with their weight like I have!

[@flawedfabulous]

I love your channel and what you stand for. You really are making a difference, and hopefully for those out there that struggle, they'll find you. You are showing that you can feed your family well balanced meals without breaking the bank and that it is okay to utilize food pantry and discount food places, how to grow and can... You are simple a blessing on earth. And your children are so cute and so blessed. You don't need to be fancy, and I love it!!!!

[@mamabairds]

Thank you so much! I'm glad I can be so helpful to others!

[@karenjones1897]

carolina, wow just saw your subscriber number - 6500! i am thrilled for you. congratulations!

[@mamabairds]

Thanks so much Karen!

[@anncc6284]

With your feelings you can make Hot pockets with it or like a pot pie if you want to like you can also roll out bread put the filling inside the bread then take another bread and put it on top and then seal it with a fork and egg wash it and bake it and you can have other type of little mini pies as well to utilize that feeling

[@amyk6453]

I just love how up beat, hard working and creative you are. Always puts me in a good mood and gets me going! 😍🥰

[@mamabairds]

Oh good to hear! Thank you!

[@joyceterrell3969]

Right

[@conniebrooks5657]

Would like to see more updated please. I would like to follow you just don’t want to keep seeing old posts.

[@nicolahobbs7795]

If people are not American the part of your cooker/ stove some call a broiler is also called a grill .

[@mamabairds]

Thank you for mentioning that!!

[@staynyourlane422]

My granny always said a messy cook is a good cook! I miss her

[@merryfreeman4038]

Came across your channel yesterday. I am recently not working right now due to being off on stress leave. You made me feel like it was alright for me to make use of my local food bank. You gave me the courage I needed. I called today (Wednesday), and I have an appointment Friday morning! Thank you so much

[@mamabairds]

That is fantastic news!! It'll help you out so much!!

[@pinkmom76]

I also have kitchen scissors that I use. My hands shake and I find scissors work better than a knife.

[@janetnelson4729]

I have a couple of pairs for the kitchen. One pair comes apart that I use for meat. I find that scissors work well sometimes better than a knife. As I age, I find that I grab them more often than a knife. They are great for cutting up green onions.

[@nodaknorskie1486]

My aunt used to make the best lunch. She would make tuna salad but you get it in the can so this easy peezy. Cut buns in half whatever you have. Take the tuna salad and put some each side of the bun. Then a piece of cheese on each half bun. Put them under the briler until the cheese melts and its a little brown on the edges. So good. My aunt, died about a year ago at age 93 but she made these until she was 89 and then went into an assisted living. While I live in KY I grew up in far western ND and my aunt and uncle live in Eastern Mont in a small town of Plentywood. I am headed up there very soon.

[@mamabairds]

Oh I'll be giving that one a try! Thank you!

[@snowshadow11]

I laughed so much when you plopped that frozen brocli in the container. I love it. Your channel should be Keeping it real with Carolina! Hope you have a great weekend!

[@mamabairds]

Thanks so much!

[@pattyk101]

That's an old Chef's Pantry recipe. Haven't made it for years. Here's a tip: after you lay down your dough in the wreath shape, press it out a bit with your hands (or your Pampered Chef mini roller!). This will give you more surface area for fillings and make the bottom of the ring thinner and cook more thoroughly.

[@mamabairds]

Thanks for the tip! I'll try that next time!

[@cleopeifer9912]

Costco: paper towels, toilet paper, maple syrup, whole bean coffee, large peanut butter and large jelly/jam, cereal on sale, case Nalley original chili

[@annevans5547]

Looks good. Would make

[@joycepedercini3841]

When I make any of those feelings I like to use a bread dough instead of the crescent rolls especially if we’re going to have them as a meal instead of an appetizer I just roll out the dough into a rectangular shape and cuts strips down the sides and braid them. It definitely makes it more substantial and less expensive

[@mamabairds]

Good thinking!

[@LadyWeasel]

I like to buy the bulk chubs of ground beef. I can some and freeze some. I'm down to 3 pounds of frozen and 3 pints of canned, plus some canned meatballs that I just don't trust.

[@kathleenhill1754]

First timer here, love your channel!!!🤗🤗🤗🤗💛💛💛

[@mamabairds]

Welcome!! So happy you love it!! Thanks!!

[@pennybowen2725]

You should always use a new spoon or rinse it off before stirring or adding things when cooking.

[@jensherman2771]

Great meal ideas and use ups! Your kitchen helper makes me smile. He is such a little hammy. I am on a ridiculous diet. Don’t laugh because it’s horrifying! 5000 plus calories a day. It’s a struggle for me to gain weight even with those calories. I know this video is what you are feeding your kids, but it’s what I am going to start feeling myself. Bacon! Cheese and more cheese! Pasta! Rice! Bread! You mix everything together so nicely and I bet it tastes so delicious. I told my doctor about you and he said I better pay attention because your cooking makes kids grow and it might make me grow too! Thank you for such great content💛💛💛💛

[@mamabairds]

That's so great!! I'm glad I'm dr approved!! Haha

[@helenmorgan4003]

I have a plaque that says a messy kitchen is a HAPPY home. Just added to my messiness making Mulberry jam, it was only 500gms fruit, it's funny I don't like the berries but the jam is my favourite even more than blackberry or raspberry.

[@Holisticnursehealer]

That little cute 🥰 face is what makes all the hard work of being a mother worth it ❤❤❤

[@mamabairds]

It really does!!

[@sallygordin2869]

You are so creative. Your recipes look delicious. Blessings!!

[@ingelaso2717]

Just found your channel today. You are exactly what I have been looking for on YT! ❤️ Super excited to watch all your videos. 🤓 You are really up there amongst my favorites: Becky and Jamerill. Maybe even better because you are so funny, real and authentic.

[@mamabairds]

Wow!! Thank you so much for the compliments!! I'm happy you found me!

[@teresaa]

Hello Carolina! Love your beautiful vibe and family! Sending love from California my friend! I’m Teresa!♥️😘😘😊

[@mamabairds]

Thanks Teresaa!!

[@Rony.Ray44]

I love this! I always imagine myself making these type of meals fun easy delicious quick and no i cant they refuse but will not bat an eye to the schools pre packaged everything. Seriously.

[@mamabairds]

I hear that. Kids can be so picky. I have to tell one of mine that this is what I made and there isn't anything else. If they point out something else to eat in the fridge that they now is there, I just say that's for another meal you have your food in front of you right now and that's it. Sometimes they eat it, sometimes they go hungry. Sounds mean, but these kids gotta tough up. Hard times are coming and they may have choice in the near future. Gotta go into "mean mom mode". Haha. Just what I do though! I know every kid and household and situation is different!

[@charitywestcott322]

Kitchen shears are a must! I know my hubby has heard it about taking them out of the kitchen. Lol. One thing I do whenever I bake bacon is chop 4-6 slices, and an onion. I stick that in the freezer and add it to a family size can of green beans. Easy, yummy side. ☺️

[@mamabairds]

Oh that's a great idea on the onion and bacon pre packaged, ready to go! Thanks for sharing!

[@wombat333]

Greetings from Australia, just wanted to say how adorable yr kids are. I've only just discovered yr channel. You remind me a bit of me at yr age, except I didn't home school my 2 boys. Would have like to but its not something people do here. I'm 60 now and when I was yr age I was definitely into alternate ways of doing things. Guess I was abit more of a hippy. Congrats to you for all that cooking you do. Your the first person I've seen cook with what you have. Love it. I to would have used the tuna salad to make that dish. Alot of people don't have the experience or Imagination to do that. Look forward to yr next videos 💕✌😊

[@mamabairds]

Hey Monika! Thanks for the wonderful comment! I'm glad I'm not the only one going out side of societies norm! Hippy is a good word for it! Haha. Thank you for your kind words and support! And yeah...the kids are pretty cute I guess..haha

[@wombat333]

@@mamabairds cheers, look forward to seeing what you cook up next. Its so strange watching anything coming from America some times. We don't have food stamps here or open pantries. We have a couple but you have to be really broke to access them. I have a few times and it definitely helped me out. Also sadden by the fact you guys don't have free health care. That really sucks. Don't know how you do it. You really are an inspiration though, hope winters aren't to cold for you. Although I think Montana gets pretty cold. Think I'd rather that than the Australian summer. Way to hot for this old girl. Take care. ✌💛😊

[@mamabairds]

@@wombat333 It is sad we don't have free health care. When I cut my thumb a month ago or so, it ended up costing me $200 for 3 stitches. And that's with health care coverage. Just a mess. That's why I don't even go half the time. But the kids do get free health care through the state, so that's nice! I'm happy they have it at least. It gets pretty cold here, but we like it! Expect for one of my sons, he hates the cold and is always freezing!! Haha. But the rest of us are excited for snow! Haha

[@wombat333]

@@mamabairds I was wondering how yr thumb was, thats crazy, $200 for 3 stitches. I'd be up for millions if I was there. I've had a c section, 2 other normal births, hysterectomy, carpul tunnel surgery and more. Never a cent. You must have some chef training. I'm a retired chef and I can tell you know how to really cook. You know which flavours go together. Thats something that's not easily taught. It kinda comes from within. I reckon you'd be a very creative person. Well that's the vibe I get. Cheers ✌😊💛

[@citygirlhomestead]

love what you do so creative. The farther in this journey that I come I am hoping to get better at creating my own recipes. You do an awesome job and those kids are very lucky they have you as a momma. Great job Carolina

[@mamabairds]

Thanks Kris!!

[@citygirlhomestead]

@@mamabairds Your welcome so proud of you and all you do for your family it has to make your heart sing.

[@FluffyMarshmallow-x6r]

When making boxed Mac & Cheese I see that they add much less macaroni than they used to so I add elbows no matter what shape the other macaroni is. No-one even seems to notice.

[@mamabairds]

That's a great idea! Thanks for sharing that!

[@cherylbrowning3303]

Great meals such versatile meals you amaze me!

[@mamabairds]

Thank you!!

[@breandalynmeal1808]

Your kiddos are precious!!! Great idea for mac& tuna for kids!!!

[@mamabairds]

Thank you!! 😊

[@donnapartridge4387]

Gideon is adorable!

[@mamabairds]

Thank you! He totally knows it too! Haha

[@glendascott2971]

Thanks for sharing 😊😊

[@mamabairds]

Thanks for watching!!

[@kimberlyroberts2415]

Thank you for teaching this old bird a new trick. I watched you cut an onion. I am now hooked on your channel. Thanks

[@mamabairds]

So happy I could help!

[@loveyourselfplease6842]

Oh my gosh your baby boy is so freaking cute & obviously loves his mommy, oh & that crescent wreath filling you made is incredible in a mini crockpot with some cream & extra cheese for a party chip dip

[@mamabairds]

Oh that would be a good dip! I was eating it cold and loved it so I know you are spot on about a dip!

[@angelafleming3328]

Carolina you amaze me with all the creative recipes. Also your kids get awesome lunches my kids would be happy to come eat at your house. My kids are teens so these days they get sandwiches when they are home from school. When they are at school they get free hot lunch so I don't make lunches they also get hot breakfast at school. So I just make dinners all week and breakfast on the weekend. Great job Carolina love your channel.

[@mamabairds]

Thank you so much Angela! I'm going to have to up my amount of food I cook once my kids become teens! I'll really be in the kitchen all the time then! Haha

[@sandytmobile4467]

If you get the chance banana jam is wonderful, we put it on peanut butter or waffles.

[@mamabairds]

I saw banana jam, but it was like 3 bananas to 2 cups of sugar!! Even I think that's a lot of sugar!! Haha

[@monalarsen6364]

That banana jam sounds good!

[@AZCanner]

Wow! A whole bunch of great meals. I've never made a wheel with dough like that. I'm going to make that.

[@mamabairds]

It's dangerously good! haha

[@crystalshell3253]

Great lunch ideas! I would guess that eventually other people would start commenting on lunch videos on what they pack in their hubby's lunch as well, which may also give you and other viewers new ideas too. Great video as always.

[@mamabairds]

Yes, the more ideas the better! Thanks Crystal!

[@lockeyanderson3597]

Your lunches are amazing, so creative

[@mamabairds]

Thanks so much!

[@TheYahtzee1987]

Love watching your videos

[@mamabairds]

Thank you! You are in Montana??!!

[@JustMelissa]

Absolutely love your creativity and using every last bit!

[@mamabairds]

Thanks so much!

[@chickensbythelake]

Would love to see your Costco Hauls.

[@mamabairds]

I'll see about doing one. I go like once a month, so nothing too exciting!

[@sandytmobile4467]

My daughter is a mom if two with no help of support for her kid's. She has a job and works hard but can't do it all on her own. Two-day she found she needed new tires so she got three quotes and with all her Bill's and eight paycheck stubs she we to welfare and they gave her a check for $600.00 to Les Schwab for four new tires . I thank they helped her to be safe on the road with her baby's and having away to get to work but they also asked her to get her car looked at if it needs anything they might be able to help with that. So mommy's there help you have to do the work.

[@mamabairds]

Wow that is amazing!!! So happy they were able to help her! Yay! Les Schwab is great too!

[@courtneywhitt9971]

I’m so glad I found your channel. I look forward to watching your videos. Keep up the great job mama!

[@mamabairds]

Thank you so much Courtney!

[@kerryberry142]

I had a giant leek and made leek powder after seeing you use it and I love it!!!! Will be making more for sure

[@mamabairds]

That's awesome! I got some more just to make some more powder myself! I'm a fan for life! Garlic will be next!

[@MamaMealPrep]

What a great way to reuse the filling - I was thinking it would be great in pasta, so great minds think alike! All the lunches look delicious.

[@mamabairds]

Thank you! Pasta would have been good with it too!

[@tammymills8769]

You have some great ideas, thank you...but my germafobia of putting a spoon back in the food after its been in anyone's mouth is killing me lol

[@mamabairds]

I can understand that! Just remember its for my kids who slobber on my water bottle all day so I dont think they mind! Haha

[@lindabrittner5062]

I use my food scissors often too.

[@karenmcconnell7433]

Love these videos! Always so amazed at your creative ways to use items in meals.

[@mamabairds]

Thanks so much!

[@hardywhitehead501]

Great video. The kids get very healthy lunches. Much better than if they attended school. Your an awesome mom. Kudos to you for serving vegetables in their food. Kudos to the kids for liking the veggies. Keep on keeping on. Till next time stay safe and be you and be happy. God bless you and the family. Hugs Betty 🙏🙏🙏🥰🥰💕❤️♥️💗🌹😘😘

[@mamabairds]

Thank you so much Betty!

[@70foolio]

Meatball subs look delicious. Can’t wait to make some this weekend. Super love listening to your baby ask questions. Too cute.

[@mamabairds]

Thank you! Yes, so many questions throughout the day!!

[@norahalmquist9907]

@@mamabairds I liked the poop convo.lol

[@Unapologetticaly.cortney]

I always do too small of a container or way, way, way too big. 😂

[@mamabairds]

Glad it isn't just me!! Haha

[@rainandthangz]

Such good idea 💯💯💯💯💯💯🦋 kids are so funny lady I adore them 😂😂😂😂😂💯

[@mamabairds]

Thank you! 😊

[@deniseodaniels7356]

always love your kitchen. somethings always going on. love how u whip dishes up in no time. the applesauce jar was a pretty shape. thank u for a great video.

[@mamabairds]

Thanks so much! Always too much going on! Haha

[@deniseodaniels7356]

@@mamabairds thats a mamas life. have a lovely day.

[@creativelauri]

Every meal looked delicious!! Can I come over for lunch?! Lol Great job in utilizing what you have. Loved the the crescent roll dish.

[@mamabairds]

Please come over!! I need the adult interaction! If I have to sing baby shark one more time...

[@lme5564]

You are so creative! I throw food away because I don’t know what to do with it!

[@mamabairds]

Thank you! Have you joined my facebook group? Next time you don't know what to do with something, post a pic and we will all try and give you some ideas!

[@louisechapman4009]

Do you always use your stirring spoon to taste with?

[@mamabairds]

Yes. Especially since its just for me and the kids. I use tasting spoons for canning projects and when making dishes that others outside of the family are going to eat.

[@louisechapman4009]

@@mamabairds yiu just seem so careful about everything and I thought wow. But I get it.

[@maraemartinae5772]

I don’t buy the crescent dough either. Just watching you unroll it gave me anxiety. 😂😂 But now I want to try it with spinach. Looks good.

[@mamabairds]

I messed it all up!! Haha! You can tell I never work with them! It was pretty good though! I feel like the dough has an after taste to it though.

[@wilmabaker4500]

Taco pie ,it is really good❤❤.This also looks good.

[@giovanateixeira3582]

Loved this one! So many ideas! 💛

[@mamabairds]

Thank you!

[@Georgialoveschristmas]

Just found your channel and subscribed much love from Athens Greece 🇬🇷 ♥️

[@mamabairds]

Awesome! Welcome to the family!!

[@norahalmquist9907]

Mmm what are you making with the bananas

[@mamabairds]

Good question!! Got a whole case! Video coming soon....

[@glendascott2971]

Great recipes the all look delicious . But I’m gonna try the first and last one cause u can’t go wrong with bacon 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@mamabairds]

I agree 100%!! Haha

[@homeboundmama9968]

I was told today because I was once on my local food banks and don't draw more than a certain amount that I still can go. I'm shocked🤯. I thought all this time I didn't qualify. I'm definitely going to start back going now that I know. I can use all the help I can get on a fixed income.

[@mamabairds]

That's great news! I'm happy you found out!

[@homeboundmama9968]

@@mamabairds I am to being disabled, every little bit helps.

[@joyce9523]

YOUR A GREAT MOM HES SO DARN CUTE 🤗

[@mamabairds]

Thank you!

[@lswest1569]

Nicely Done! Very creative.

[@mamabairds]

Thank you so much!

[@alinewright1093]

Next time too dry use a potato masher and break the meat balls up in the sauce., look so yummy. Your meals are so good you really are a great cook.

[@mamabairds]

Oh great idea! Thanks!

[@brendawarner2072]

Oh yeah I am going to try your crorecent ,cream cheese recipe. But instead try onions, bell pepper, hot breakfast sausage. With the cream cheese and shredded cheese. Oh yeah I love your videos and yes I will be trying alot of them. You are a wonderful chef in your own way. For us beginners makes at least me. Feel better to try your recipes. You and your family have a blessed night

[@mamabairds]

Oh that sounds like a great breakfast one! Very creative! Thank you !

[@ki33ys]

Everything always look good. 😋

[@mamabairds]

Thank you

[@maurinadittenhaffer6140]

Loved the broccoli ring. Lots of my favorite stuff.yummy lunches at your house.

[@mamabairds]

Thanks!

[@rhondarogers1946]

Hi all your meals looked delicious!! It amazes me what you can make ! Have a great evening you & your family . Will be watching for the next video .. 🥬🍁🥬🍂🍂🍀🍁🥬🍃

[@mamabairds]

Thanks Rhonda!

[@CatRob66]

All looks amazing!❤

[@mamabairds]

Thank you!

[@fiercegrace1974]

Great creative meals 💛💛

[@mamabairds]

Thank you!

[@Tourettes0]

i have still never tried keifer, but really want to. you can just drink it straight, right?

[@mamabairds]

Yes you can! Better for you that way anyway.

[@joyce9523]

WOW THAT LOOKS DELICIOUS 😋😋😋 THANKS FOR SHARING CANT WAIT TO SHARE IPRETTY MUCH JUST NEED A COUPLE OF THOSE INGREDIENTS 😜😀❤️🥰

[@mamabairds]

You are so welcome!

[@Tourettes0]

Gideon is so so sweet

[@mamabairds]

He really is!

[@SE-ev1ox]

It's so pretty

[@mamabairds]

It really is!!

[@LadyWeasel]

And tonight, I bought chicken thighs for .99 per pound (Right?!). Not sure how I'm going to store it, yet.

[@Tourettes0]

are you going to garden next season? i have quite an abundance of extra seeds from this year and wanted to share with others! i have given a few of my coworkers some- a couple of them will be gardening for the first time next year! so exciting. would you mind if i sent some to your P.O. box?

[@mamabairds]

Please do! That would be amazing! Thank you! We will for sure be gardening next year!

[@Tourettes0]

@@mamabairds fantastic (-: i will start putting packets together tonight!

[@karenjoycehuntly]

If all people used left overs like you did there would be a lot less waste in the world. Maybe with prices getting so high for food in the world they will start and should watch your channel for great ideas ..My mother and grandmother were great at cooking i was lucky just like your kids are. My kids are all grown up now its only me and the cat i spend more money on her food shes a spoilt wee witch. I have to shop at one shop for her and one for me. I love watching you cook brings back memories Thank you.

[@mamabairds]

Aw thank you so much! Sounds like you have one lucky cat! Give her some chin scratches from me!

[@mjoverocker6072]

Another great video!!!

[@mamabairds]

Thank you!

[@susananderson9619]

Butter also helps keep the liquid in dinner from soggying up the roll , soggy bread protection

[@mamabairds]

Yes!! All Hail Butter!!

[@brendalharrison3066]

When u taste best to use new spoon

[@brendalharrison3066]

Will be trying this dish

[@Ellebee15]

Can you do a picky eater version of lunch and dinner meals? My kids are so picky and I want to try cooking new things for them that are more nutritious but I’m afraid of wasting my time in the kitchen cooking something nobody will touch.. it’s just me and my 2 Kid’s so if they don’t like what I made then I’m the only one that eats it and I end up having to quickly make something I know they like..

[@mamabairds]

I don't really know what foods to make for a picky eater. Each kid is different with what they like and what they will try. I always have them try the food and if they really don't like it they can have a yogurt or something. But nothing exciting like chicken nugs or anything. I don't make another meal for that one, just something simple they can grab if they don't want what I made. They have to at least try it though, most of the time they end up liking it! Sorry I'm not much help!

[@gabriellemedeiros3161]

It NEVER pops open on its own, I'm always smashing the can on the side of the counter

[@mamabairds]

Haha!

[@lethaharris1608]

Everything looks yummy ♥️♥️

[@mamabairds]

Thank you!

[@christinawilliams2207]

Did you double dip taste with the spoon then not change spoon that make food spoil.

[@mamabairds]

It doesn't have time to spoil. I make it for lunch that day. It all pretty much gets eaten right away. I've never had trouble with food going bad because I tasted the food with the same spoon I stired it with.

[@tammywines7343]

Hello Sweetheart. The lunch looks good 👍😋

[@mamabairds]

Thank you Tammy!

[@sheliapeters2082]

Delicious 😋😊

[@terriprobst4680]

Great ideas ❤

[@mamabairds]

Thank you!

[@terriprobst4680]

@@mamabairds you are so very welcome. It was hilarious too when you boy came out and said he had to poop 💩😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@glimmagma4551]

Delicious mumma ❤❤❤❤🎉

[@mamabairds]

Thank you!

[@unclechristhefoodpantryche7959]

Hey mama Uncle Chris is in the house

[@mamabairds]

Hey there!! Get a computer yet?

[@unclechristhefoodpantryche7959]

@@mamabairds no not yet I'm trying now

[@annetteroberts8505]

We call it a grill x

[@tristazerbe8119]

Your child yelling about needing to 💩had me dying laughing! Real life, right? 🤣

[@mamabairds]

100% real!! Haha!!

[@sandrasmith7267]

Looks good

[@mamabairds]

Thank you!

[@brendarobertson7206]

looks delicious!

[@mamabairds]

Thank you!

[@Hazeleyesx2]

Your son is adorable.

[@mamabairds]

Thank you! He totally knows it too!! Haha

[@katherinekeon7034]

Yummy

[@mamabairds]

😋