Meal Plan, Costco Grocery Haul, Food Prep, Recipes, Tidying Pantry & Awesomeness. Come On Over!

Hey Party People! thanks so much for hanging out with me while I share this new meal plan with you! well it's a meal plan and large costco grocery haul along with some food prep and recipes!! woop! I finally did it. all in one. haha not that it was ever on my list of things to do but i'm glad nonetheless. I shared a recipe for 3 ingredient toddler chicken nuggets, four really if you include salt! It's simple and that's good. I also made a nice litle snack / appetizer garlic lemon chicken peppers - I don't actually know the name of them but they're good too. I have a banger of a what's for dinner video coming up based off of the recipes that I meal planned for this week! Heck of a thing to look forward to! Thanks for hanging around for all of it!
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[@erinj9642]

Girl, you've got 5 kids. Don't judge yourself for leaning on convenience to get through. You're doing fantastic!

[@laurarodewald2276]

I totally agree! She’s doing amazing❤️

[@jenniferagee3494]

Cook Once Eat All Week is still worth the buy in my opinion. Yes, the title is misleading but it's still great having those 3 meals ready and the recipes are delicious.

[@michelledelecki6224]

When I've had a long week and just want to relax in the evenings, I go back and watch old Kim videos. So relaxing and like hanging out with a best friend 💗

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Happy FriYAY Eve, friends. Hope everyone is doing well and having a wonderful day/ afternoon/ evening. Hugs and prayers to anyone who needs them.

[@citlalliyepez5379]

Omg you scared me for a second I was like hold up it’s Friday already 😮😅 then I read eve I’m like oh thank god

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

@@citlalliyepez5379 lol. I get a lot of people when I say FriYAY Eve.

[@elizabethdirks6533]

Hello Kim! Something that helped me with meal planning burn out is I only do two to three new recipes per week along with a new dessert. Then with the remaining meals I will only do tried and true (minimal brain functioning) and super easy convenience meals. I don't put them into days either, I make a pile of recipes, grocery shop for those, and then when dinner is approaching I can choose what fits my brain function of the day, lol. ☺️

[@jenniferkennedy3400]

Good advice! I try maybe one new thing a week these days.

[@annejoyner3729]

Thanks for all the videos you produce- they are always a joyful part of my day!

[@melindalachapell4478]

Kim, you always give me so many good ideas for dinner! They all look yummy and healthy.

[@PinguPango]

Just popping in to say thanks for bringing me so much joy through your videos 🤗 I love waking up to your videos on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. I love your attitude to life and you’re an inspiration ❤

[@kayemoore]

You’re so awesome and inspirational, grounded in reality - love to watch your videos!

[@cynz64]

These are my favorite posts love seeing what you are doing around the house and meal planning so inspiring 🤗❤️

[@kellycrowl1500]

Up before daylight on a rainy Thursday to be one of the first to watch Kim in all of her gloriousness! Thank you for a whole lotta happy in my day!❤

[@oliviayoung5026]

Kim! I just adore your videos! Love hanging out three times a week with you! I’m so lucky❤🎉

[@mandyfonoimoana3296]

Happy Thursday! Another fun video from Kim!

[@TessieDobey]

As a family of twelve, meal planning and freezer meals are a must!

[@mariaTsounakis1521]

You are amazing doing all of the things with baby in tow!! I don’t know how you do it all,but you are an inspiration! 🤗Vegetable graveyard! 😂🍆🥕🌽 I hope you share that with us!! Thank you Kim❤

[@sunshineandsunflowers1643]

Key Kim, love love love your videos, definitely the highlight of my day!

[@LauraWelker]

Kimberly Whisk! ♥️ I watch all of your videos but rarely comment - just wanted to say I love your content! Your videos are my favorite to watch when I just need some time to wind down from the chaos of mom life. I hope you continue sharing on KZbin for a long time! ❤

[@jeannedion8960]

YOU MADE HOME MADE GOLDFISH!!!!!! LOL😂 I love it. Seriously your channel cheers me up so much!!! You so motivate me and lift my spirits. I don't usually laugh out loud when I'm by myself. Can't wait for the next video!!

[@ann-utah1495]

Yup you did it AGAIN..!!! Lots of good new stuff I need to try.. ok u got me I the mood for grocery shopping.. 💃🏻let’s do this !!’ ☀️💚☀️. Sending love and sunshine to you Kim ☀️

[@barbaradavies4061]

Once again Kim, a great video . I'm just sitting chilling after taking my dog for a walk. Seeing your snacks reminded me I had some dried fruit and nuts so I got some mini packets of cheese cubes from the fridge , combined them and ate them. They were good lol so maybe I'll eat something healthier for lunch. Hope you get some better sleep nights soon. Hugs to you my friend.x

[@thereseallen5263]

GOOD MORNING to my fave girl across the room ❤ Hope everyone has an amazing day this week ❤

[@70foolio]

It’s ok to cry. I am happy you shared that life is not always perfect. Love your content Kim. 😂😢😮😅😊

[@lindaoakley2512]

Haven’t even watched this latest video yet BUT I’m smiling & laughing in total anticipation …. I SIMPLY ADORE YOUR CONTENT! Let’s go! 🤪

[@edithwarria4794]

Hello Kim, I’m honoured to give you a thumbs up 👍. Good to see you, Love watching your videos on how you organised things especially cooking beautiful food for the family 🌺🦋🌈❤️💖😊😘🙏🏻God Bless you and your family. Lots of love and hugs from Edith in in cairns Queensland Australia 🇦🇺

[@tiffanybailey6398]

Hi Kim. These are my fav videos an the what's for dinner.. 😍 💓 love u so much.. u have taught me so much.. ur the mom I always neeeded

[@bridgetwallace9892]

I love your earrings🦋🦋. You have me meal planning now, I really am inspired by you because you do it all and do it great! Enjoy the super bowl 🏈 and the snacks.🍿🍪 that's the best and most important part.

[@heatherzuschlag65]

Good morning Kim !!! Hope you have a great day !!! 🌞❤️

[@ellennewth6305]

Really enjoyed watching this fun video! Like you, I can't remember what time or what day it is. Your grocery hauls are always awesome!!!

[@meganrodriguez2880]

Kim, you’re so awesome! ❤ Thank you for sharing your struggles during this stage with a new baby. I had our second daughter the day before you had baby W, and I’ve been riding the struggle bus hard…. I get all my groceries delivered. So the fact that you can get these videos made AND go shopping is a miracle to me. lol 🙈

[@AdrianaCodrean]

Yaayyy another video ❤️ Let me tell you, 2 weeks not being able to check KZbin for your videos was not great... But on the bright side now I have 2 days of watching your videos and that's so Great 😃

[@kimkliphuis8615]

Always enjoy your videos! You are a gem and girl you shine ❤bummer on the sleep front but it will pass and then it will hit that it’s your last one…enjoy every moment even the sleepless nights! Much love 🥰♥️

[@CookingwithCatLover0330]

Yup. The meat is fine. I got myself a food scale this week. I just hope the bags are 1 lb. Great video. Thank you for all the fun. You are an amazing mom, 12 years ago and today.

[@traceyrommel1847]

Happy Thursday Kim! Love your meal plans. I need to start doing that again. We eat the Sugar Free Baby Rays bbq sauce and really like it. In fact my husband just smoked ribs and used it on those last weekend.

[@katherinemurphy1374]

These videos are why get me me through the week. Please never stop doing what you do!

[@michelledelecki6224]

same!

[@mauipatriot1]

Kim - I have watched your channel for a few years now and I just love you! Better yet, so does my hubby! God bless you and your sweet family.

[@audreymarie1032]

Kim I just want to thank you for being yourself and doing things your own way. You have really inspired me to start my own channel lol I just put my first video up the other day. Not that great but hopefully it gets better 😅.

[@lacioftheland5627]

I'm going to watch and comment

[@lindadowling247]

Girl your doing great. Your doing you. You take great care of your husband, yourself and five kids Hugs. Enjoy each day

[@berthabyrd6898]

Hey Kim,I caught you early because i've been up all night & now i'm sleepy but i have a dr. appt. so trying to get some sleep now is pointless,Hope you have a wonderful & blessed day!

[@dinaelexpuru2460]

Love all your videos...but definitely love the cooking ones!!!!!

[@desireediaz5331]

Good morning Kim and party people! We have another fun video coming up. Woohoo! “Let’s do it!” (In Kim’s voice) 😂❤️😂 It’s funny you mention tacos because that’s what I’m making for dinner! It can be a production, but I enjoy seeing all my toppings in pretty bowls, until it’s time to do the dishes! LOL😂😂

[@marciadichiara5688]

Always enjoy seeing you. Beautiful Kim - you are the woman across the room 😊

[@nsfamily2868]

nothing like watching your video while i nurse at 5 am 🙏🏼 thanks for posting party kim 🎉

[@janicehanson3263]

Kim great video. My daughter has chickens and she washes the used egg shells and drys them on low in her oven. Then grinds them to feed her chickens. Also in Florida you have great soil. When you get pineapples and cut them you can plant the tops to grow more pineapples. Love you all.🥰

[@katiewarszawski2350]

I’m seriously making a recipe from that cookbook for dinner! We love the Cook Once Eat All Week! We love the broccoli chicken fried rice and it seriously has enough leftovers for at least two days!

[@conniesmith3922]

You are amazing. Glad you are feeling better. 💕💕💕

[@karlah3004]

The Buffalo chicken dip has become a new family favorite!!! ❤ going to make it for Super Bowl for sure!

[@beejohnson2318]

Dang girl, you are so hilarious!! I super appreciate your sense of humor, thanks for making me laugh today!

[@meghanharmon9849]

Good morning Kim, happy Thursday!!!

[@zenia.carolina]

Watching Stephanie Harlowe when you were shredding the chicken yay! One of my fav true crime KZbinr! Great video as always! ❤

[@robertmcknight3489]

Love watching your videos when you are cooking your lovely meals you are always very talented

[@aimee2234]

Tons of awesomeness, today as always! The Party People are happy to the tune of 411 degrees! A haul of fun, a meal plan, slo-mo lemon and Full House? It's going down at the Wads. Hydrate and enjoy. Have a great one, Wads fam and friends. YOU are IMPORTANT and LOVED! xoxo

[@rachelwalker2508]

My daughter is 12 & it’s a constant battle with T.V shows music and almost everything she sees other kids her age doing. I’m like your 12 those are adult things. I’m just amazed @ what parents let there kids watch & do. I’m not a judgmental person & pretty easy going but she’s 12 & a lot of those things are for older teens. I always use the saying when your 18 you can decide. Until then my job is to protect those eyes & ears from anything that’s “inappropriate”. I tell her once she’s seen or heard something you can’t undo it.

[@queenbee628]

I LOVE the Tru Fru frozen fruits!!! My favorite is the pineapple/coconut and the banana/peanut butter!!! Sooo good!!!

[@jenniferciliberto]

Always love watching your videos!

[@sarahludos7970]

Yeh, it is a Kim day and new video! A great way to wake up.

[@jilliebean2709]

I used to get myself way overwhelmed wanting to try so many recipes and doing 3 or 4 in the same week. Then I decided to never try more than 1 new recipe per week and it's been a great way to tweak and decide which to keep in the repertoire.

[@ThorneyRose]

Luv ya Kim!!! I reckon those nuggets need crumbing. I often mix herbs, crushed cornflakes and a little bit of Parmesan cheese to crumb chicken. It’s really tasty.

[@maryinmichigan2626]

Hey there! Just wanted to say the Costco haul made me so hungry for your recipes! I have found if I wash all the fruits and veggies I am making my food more healthy being clean and washed any fruit fly eggs ( yep they are there). A long time ago an older woman taught me how to test for a good pineapple. If you pull a frond from the center of the top way too easily it’s overripe, but if they kind of pop coming out it’s a good one; and press your thumb in the bellybutton on the bottom too. If it’s soft and too easy, it’s over ripe. Thanks a bunch! Hope you get some sleep, too! Gosh, I remember those days of sleep deprivation…not good!

[@janmurphy9347]

I always learn the best tips from you! Thanks for showing this old chick new tricks!

[@justkasfornow]

Another great video! I love the recipe book, I use one similar to this! 🤗✨

[@allanaburton964]

Yay its party time with Kim 🌸

[@crawleyr4919]

Ive been in the mood for soups! I just made Zuppa Tuscana- SOOOO GOOD! Everyone said it was even better than olive garden and everyone ate kale in it happily!

[@judyfarmer2962]

Awesome video. I watched while resting. You do so well.

[@courtneycarson412]

Kim, when you talked about the ever roast chicken it reminded me of a sample that I had once, they made a grilled cheese with the ever roast chicken and deli sliced white American cheese. Delicious!

[@lkav1313]

My husband is a big Eagles fan, so will be cheering for them.

[@kristymiller2098]

Hey party people hope you all have an amazing day!

[@89cupcakes15]

Your rant about tacos in the beginning 😂 As someone who grew up with these ingredients being a staple in the home, it definitely was not a chore to make tacos. Rice, beans, salsas and tortillas were just there. We didn't eat tacos every night but these items were definitely a part of almost every meal.

[@melanierose9015]

Chunky salsa has a lot if those veg toppings.

[@simplelifeoffro247]

Dipping sauce. In Puerto Rico we use mayoketchup on all food 🥺. Super simple to make and it taste good. All you need is a bottle of ketchup, mayo and garlic. Yes, bottle of ketchup and mayo. Mix well. Time to make fries and tostones and eat up 🙌. Buen provecho!!! 🙌🙌🙌

[@tamekadavis9051]

Good morning and happy Thursday love your groceries haul ❤❤

[@sayitskay]

Crying because you're happy about your addition going forward. 😊

[@bernadettew3614]

Ah bless you, your best is more than good enough. Hopefully your lil man will rest longer soon for you

[@vickidomanski4277]

The Eagles finished top this year my son is a big Eagles fan has been for years and we live in Australia but he will be up to watch it he will find a place to hind to watch because he is away at work but he won’t miss it for the world ❤

[@laurawood7560]

Thank you for being so honest about postpartum. I had a really hard time and I feel like I was shamed for it. I love my baby with everything in me but postpartum is so hard. It took about 4 months for me to feel happy again and my sweet girl is 8 months old and we are having the best time!! You are amazing, 5 kids and filming it's like 6 full time jobs! You absolutely inspire me!

[@thewadsquad]

So sorry you felt shamed. It is so hard dealing with alllll of the highs and lows of emotions. You're not alone though. This has been a really challenging postpartum for me- I'm glad I can share a sliver of it and make your feelings valid.

[@crawleyr4919]

@@thewadsquad ive been very upset over that RN mom who killed her kids. Doctors need to WAKE UP! Antidepressants dont help!! Its a hormone issue- the rapid dump of oxytocin, estrogen, progesterone after placenta delivered isnt tolerable for some bodies. Its a MEDICAL issue, not mental. Hang in there moms- it’s temporary & will go faster the older the kiddo gets. (Cant believe i have an almost 19yr old!)

[@crawleyr4919]

(Im not saying YOU two are depressed- the sleep deprivation is a torcher we just endure) but please let friends know what i shared if they are pregnant & have a history of PP depression. It gets worse w each child & Dr’s need to perscribe correct hormones to start immediately after delivery- but need to find a amarty Dr who knows)

[@laurawood7560]

@@crawleyr4919 I lost a child in 2020 and I dealt with a lot of pregnancy losses I think some of the sadness came from that. A lot of people thought that I shouldn't miss our first daughter anymore because we had another child. My baby was also in the NICU and I was recovering from a C-section it was a lot. Plus we were told because of medical issues that pregnancy for me wouldn't be advisable (I had an incredibly complicated pregnancy, I had 4 to 5 appointments a week along with two ultrasounds a week) our girl is perfectly healthy now but I was terrified. That didn't help the situation, I felt like I was grieving the big family we so wanted.

[@joanna0988]

@Crawley R That's a great point to address the hormones! Most doctors don't even know how to address menopause and every woman goes through it.

[@curlybibliophagist]

You are the best you and you are amazing. My kids are older and I'm exhausted and feel overwhelmed.

[@bonnieblack6973]

So many great dinner ideas. Sometimes I get stuck in a rut and seeing what others are planning helps. Oh and for a Toner have you tried just old fashioned Witch Hazel? Works great as a toner and also good for abrasions.

[@GoFishOffice]

Always so much fun 😊

[@lindsayjordan4161]

I think that's a great way to go about dinner planning... Meal plan for a week, then convenience & YOYO food the next week!! (Your On Your Own) ☺ Boom! And yes your taco night is too extensive! Tell em No!😂

[@ritahamm1893]

The vetch roll ball has been a big hit for all my 9 grandchildren. Great during tummy time and when they start sitting. They can bat at it and it rolls around them but doesn’t roll away.

[@amoran384]

Kim, I also never make things (that take effort) for myself! Meh, I'll eat whatever I can find that's easy. I think it was so smart of you to get those healthier convenience foods! I should too. I know I'd feel a heck of a lot better about grabbing one of those than I do about grabbing some chips lol

[@shwycoff]

Fun and adorable! Have an awesome day.❤

[@beckybramlett3515]

I bought 2 packs of the same cheese and crackers….very good by themselves but add fruit with it and it’s delicious !! A big snack but filling !! ( maybe a lunch ??)

[@rosemaryantonucci5475]

Hello Wad Family My Uncle was a butcher. I’m talking real butcher.Not like the ones today in the grocery stores.He used to put the animals blood in with the chopped meats to give them their color and when it turned that brown,grey color more blood was put in and mixed.Then back in the meat case it went.Just as fresh as the first day they put it out for sale.All the butcher’s did this . Not just my Uncle. Thanks for putting a little happy in my day .Hey PartyPeople Have a great day ❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@debbiecrouch709]

I hear you on the too many recipes! Black n white print out is good but printing the color in that little square why does it make a difference but does! I did like the ready to bake things you found love the adding sides to stretch it. Thanks for sharing your recipes they look yummy. Have a great week

[@buckeyethor]

I think Rachael Ray had a book with that premise. Double Duty Dinners. The basic concept was to turn your leftovers into something else. Day 1 prep large amount of shredded chicken, eat half mixed with Alfredo and broccoli. Day 2 use leftover shredded chicken for enchiladas. Love the concept. I try to do similar with my grocery shopping... if I want cabbage for slaw for fish tacos, I will plan to use the leftover cabbage with some pork chops or something. It just creates less waste and less dishes (to cook a larger amount at once and use it twice).

[@suerogerts4330]

Hello Kim I'm from the UK my family love cauliflower cheese as a side with abreast usually roast beef but I also have it as a meal with crispy bacon and toast pretty good actually but you can do half cauliflower and broccoli also yummy xx

[@meeganjae72]

The ciabatta rolls are also amazing toasted with peanut butter. And if you can get the plant based queso at Costco, delicious 😋

[@lisalinder2697]

LOOOOVE the intro music! Great video !😊

[@crawleyr4919]

Im looking up your Buffalo chicken dip again; my kid is requesting it- says its her most fav! (I never made until i saw your video- total hit!)

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

Great video Kim. Bless you.

[@thebirms3968]

Yay! Recipes are my favorite!

[@sylvettemaricot3836]

I wish I could try some of your receipts but unfortunately I can't find all the ingredients in France. Well I need to try and adapt with what we have. Glad you can be more yourself. Merci pour ce moment de détente

[@ke3959]

If you want you can get a replacement basket But, its like $25. But, if you want you can get this silicone square or circle thingy to put inside of it. It just depends on the shape of yours. Also, they sell huge cupcake holders lol for the air fryer for a quick clean up . Thats all you need I have had a couple of air fryers and the basket has that sheet pan look of baked on grease. Probably why they didn’t include it. The basket just makes things crispy.

[@kerynxoxo5685]

Hi Kim! Went for the first time ever to Costco in New Zealand, 3ish hour drive to get there and again to get home. I so many things I wanted but I hesitated with some lol 😂 gotta go back in a few months. But phew was the experience exhausting!

[@cynthiafrance6741]

as always so fun thanx for always sharing

[@joyindrelie6715]

Superbowl=I'm rooting for the snacks! Football looks like a screensaver to me, but I do enjoy being around people who get excited about it once a year!

[@marybell1565]

Hi, I was so happy to see your post, have you tried growing pineapples from their tops, we have several times it's fun to watch them grow though they are really slow to fruit. You are amazing.

[@thewadsquad]

Sure have! We did it in our last yard, took 3 years to get one pineapple! What a joy lol

[@sayitskay]

Omg I just got a food processor for Christmas. Looking for ideas. I just may have to try this!

[@karaldunbar]

Yay for Kim watching Crime Weekly! 😂❤

[@kristinakaminskiy716]

I feel you on the crying lol my baby just turned 4 months. And i had my first good day this past week 🫠

[@julie4145]

What about making few meals as doubles, freeze them as needed in between less on crazy day, love your channel Kim, big hugs