morning swim + making gnocchi from scratch on the back of my car

[@Malini108]

I lived on the road from age 18-25. Now I am 40. Although I did eventually get off the road, I have never regretted those formative years living as a nomad. To this day consider that time as time well spent, and wouldn't be the person I am now had I not had all those experiences and adventures.

[@SonneundSilvia]

❤🙏🙏🙏🙏 thank you so much for sharing your words! It means a lot.

[@betterzin]

Yay! New video 😊 I recently stumbled across your account and I literally am obsessed you’re living the dream. Thank you for your art!

[@lifeinmyelement]

Yayy 😊 thanks for being here!!

[@guysumpthin2974]

@@lifeinmyelement ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ your pre-jump squeal made my day !!

[@guysumpthin2974]

Legendary cooking skills , I’m still in awe over the ravioli from scratch on a tailgate , and everything is always more amazing when people make things look easy with a heavenly attitude (real competence) … which is EVERYTHING you do (ditto over here)

[@guysumpthin2974]

@@lifeinmyelement ,,,,also , the very BEST adventure vids on the net !!

[@crazylarry1959]

Hi Rosa Larry from valley stream,ny on Long island i am a 63 old male who thinks .what your foing is fabulous the term free as a bird applies to you thank you for great videos .A brave young woman doing what a lot of people dream and wish they could do good luck

[@lifeinmyelement]

Hi Larry!! I'm just doing my best ☺️ thanks for being here!!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

wow…homemade gnocchi is next level 😅 respect. when i lived in my suv, i felt accomplished just for putting a salad together

[@lifeinmyelement]

Hey thanks ☺️ honestly most days are mac n cheese days, but sometimes I get creative lol

[@monik640]

Yes ...you made gnocchi the way they are. Delicious👍

[@TheGallicWitch]

hey!! as a half French half Italian with a long line of Italian women before me who taught each other and then me to cook, here are a few notes: overall, fantastic job, especially for a first time. I don't know anyone who's a pro at folding and marking gnocci on a fork the first time or even the tenth time they do it. There are as many ways to cook gnocci as there are Italian regions, and perhaps more accurately, Italian families. My Italian half is from the Turin region and I was born in Bourgogne in France, so that's a lot of cooking tradition bundled into a single family, but here is how my great-grandma would cook gnocci for my mom, who then taught me. First, the only thing I would say could improve is your gnocco (the gnocco is the big ball of dought before you split it into individual gnocci). It's a bit dry. It already looked a bit too dry but then at 5:00 you added the rest of the flour and I thought instantly that you shouldn't have. The gnocco should be a bit sticky because it'll dry as it rests and even as you cook it (if you pan fry, which you did. If you just boil, it's less important to have the perfect moisture tho a gnocco too dry that's then boiled can become too chewy and stick to your teeth and gums uncomfortably). So if you make your gnocco less dry, that'll make some difference. The second thing is the "sauce" (though you didn't really make a sauce, more of a flavour accompagniment). But again, there are as many sauces as there are Italian moms and every single one of them will tell you that your family's sauce is the best sauce. So our version is overripe tomatoes in a pan, left to melt for like an hour on very low heat and then reduce until most of the water content is gone and you have almost a paste. Then caramelise onions and whole garlic clove in another pan with oil, salt, pepper, then add garlic again (chopped). the cloves should be cooked slow so that the outside is caramelised but inside it's like butter. Grill some lardons and keep the fat it renders. Mix everything with the tomato paste until it's all covered. There should be little to no moisture. Then boil your gnocci, pan fry for a little while after and mix them with the tomato mix. Finally, add a couple spoons of gnocci water on top to soften the tomato paste over the gnocci when they're in your plate. Add parmesan. Ok now that I've given away the sacred family recipe, I hope you make gnocci again someday and enjoy them your way and pass it down to your own friends and family! I love watching your videos, as someone who lives deep in the French mountains and loves being in nature here, it's so cool to see nature from around the world.

[@lifeinmyelement]

Wow thank you so much for sharing your family recipe!! That means so much to me and I'll definitely have to give it a try 😊❤️

[@maryreyes368]

Omg. Never heard anyone make no chi from scratch. Every restraunt I go when no chi on menu I try it out. So far on in SF -Florence by Night -the best. I have made them and I really like to taste the potatoe mixed with flour. Been told to bake the potatoes. Going onto the sauce - my aunt sautés onion and tomatoe sauce - thennnn mix in the cinnamon with sugar. To die for. From the Verona region of Italy. Otherwise I like pesto sauce. Yeah I also curl the nochi on a fork. Omg. I want some Nochis now. Yummmmmm

[@hiimadrienne]

I love your squealing for almost every jump, thanks for sharing that hype and joy! You brave, strong soul! ❤😊

[@hiimadrienne]

I, too, am genuinely impressed and inspired by you! Woo! You are brilliant! ❤

[@lifeinmyelement]

I love jumping off stuff into water! It's sooo much fun ❤️

[@wiza1563]

You’re a good cook

[@charliepeach2367]

You do a great job cooking. I’m amazed what you make on the back of your vehicle.

[@ecotraveler250]

This just made my morning. Thank you!

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thanks for watching ❤️

[@Deecher511]

“Should we jump” - me when ever I see any body of water no matter what temperature 😊

[@maybelater16645]

Adventurous, thrill seeker and beer drinker dang your keeper 😊

[@outofbounds218]

This is awesome to show how you cook amazing dishes, not only from your car but from scratch... and my ultimate favorite Italian dish :). Thank you Rosa.

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thank you!! I'm so happy it turned out so good ❤️

[@vigorousseb]

Great video! Your editing is very good too. I’m enjoying watching your travels from here in Bangkok.

[@lifeinmyelement]

Hi!! Thank you 😊

[@dklang]

Wow Rosa, nice cliff jumping! You inspire me to try it some time. Making your own gnocchi is incredible. Great job

[@TheBrianRaglandChannel]

Wow, those jumps were crazy. You got guts, girl. I am living vicariously through you.😁Great video. Thumbs way up.👍👍👍

[@mikeb3603]

Your timing is impeccable! Great video as usual! You are one hellova chef! Thank you! Go Rosa ❤

[@lifeinmyelement]

Awww thank you! I'm doing my best 😊

[@Pelvicpunch]

The setting sun on your skin always feels fantastic!

[@thinkabout602]

wow just W O W 🧜 plus a terrific Chef 🧑‍🍳 is anybody thinking SUPERWOMAN 🥇

[@lifeinmyelement]

Well shucks ☺️ thank you!!

[@landy531]

Secret ninja too.

[@NilDreams]

Nooooo! Cliffhanger! 😩 The gnocchi cooking was impressive!

[@lifeinmyelement]

Gotta keep it interesting for y'all 😅

[@iainsmith5889]

Well done!

[@BodhiTheBohoHobo]

Sorry I did not catch this sooner. I think you are excellent at cooking! Homemade gnocchi from the back of the car, Oh Yeah. I sometimes add a little ricotta and I have done them with sweat potato and sautéed in brown butter. Looking forward to watching more of your adventures. Sending good thoughts, positive energy and groovy vibes!

[@michelelapham1215]

You are amazing! I love how you can just have fun with yourself and laugh at yourself! Kudos to you for taking the dip and hitting the cliff! You are a force to be reckoned with!❤

[@RosesFallThornsRemain]

New sub! LOVE your content! Watching you do your life your way is inspirational!

[@lifeinmyelement]

Awww yay!! I'm happy to have you here ❤️

[@robinw285]

Thanks for sharing how-to make gnoucchi, I'll have to try it. 👏 Bravo

[@vickieyoung7122]

Beautiful view to cook ....I love that you actually explore and experience different things like jumping off cliffs and relaxing in hot springs...living your best life ! Carry on and have fun....thanks for taking us along

[@lifeinmyelement]

I love getting to show you guys my life and the things that make me happy ❤️ appreciate you being here!

[@TheDedicatedDrifter]

Bless you *for the sneeze in the beginning* i said it out loud when i first heard it lol

[@sarahlongstaff5101]

I LOOOVE how you have so much fun by yourself! So inspiring!

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thank you!! I do really enjoy being alone 😊

[@jeannielanham2956]

Looks like a gorgeous swimming area...wow!

[@lifeinmyelement]

One of my favorites!

[@bdheine2300]

Rosa makes it even more gorgeous

[@zeesoutdoors65]

That meal looked amazing great job Ms.Rosa.

[@carmelaguilar5428]

I just love your spirit!!

[@donmcspadden]

I don't know what makes you so likable but you are, keep being you.

[@lifeinmyelement]

I appreciate you thinking that! I generally don't find myself very likeable 😅

[@donmcspadden]

@lifeinmyelement well I can't put my finger on it either so I don't know

[@rivasmp]

ROSA, Great morning Swim......Cool swim outfit,...you are a Good Cook...Keep enjoying Life & be safe....

[@BoulderCreek77]

Damn that gnocchi looks amazing! Between your jumping/swimming and that food....looks like a kick ass day :)

[@johntech75]

Yum. Looks so good

[@garnetwell]

I'm impressed! the jumping into a cold lake AND the gnocchi!

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thank you!! Doing my best 😊

[@CathyBurton-o3b]

Super impressed with your gnocci making skills!

[@jasonjones5213]

Can't wait to see or at least hear about your adventure.Great video.

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thanks ☺️ it was a lot of fun!

[@AndrewKumler]

I enjoy watching your adventure videos. You are fun and quirky and your joy is contagious. Cheers from Oregon.

[@whiteshadow666777]

you got some great shots in this video, well done

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thank you 😊

[@winterisblu]

you mentioned making gnocchi when we first met, nice to see you finally made it! it turned out great! "i might be a good at cooking" . you're a chef harry. excited for the "stupid" video because i know what it is!

[@lifeinmyelement]

Only took me over a month to finally do it 😅 you have inspired me to also maybe get a little stove, that worked so well!!

[@dieselmax8606]

That looks so good..especially with the tomatoes and the pesto!!!

[@joeyrivera5999]

I love your videos Rosa. the places you visit and wake up at are awesome. You are so considerate of other people privacy.❤

[@Macskinny76]

Water looked so pretty and clear, glad you had a nice dip in the water.

[@RyanM2244fightclub]

Happy to see you again Rosa that cliff jump looked dangerous! But fun lol glad you had fun so exciting....thank you for Awesome video There is nothing but corn on all four sides of me lol your so lucky ❤😊

[@lifeinmyelement]

Nahhh very very safe! And fun ☺️ I grew up surrounded by cornfields so I relate, it has its own kind of beauty ❤️

[@tana22988]

im loving your channel! the adventures, the chaos, your videos make me feel like I'm face timing a big sister lol

[@lifeinmyelement]

Yayyy! That's what I want 😊 I'm happy y'all are along for the ride!

[@milot2311]

Doing re-runs of your content while your on the PCT - still way better than some of the new stuff on YT - Love your channel.

[@StellaDavila]

The food looks delicious and the scenery is epic! Thank you for producing!

[@RedogZuk]

Love your early morning half nakey spirit 😊🤙🏼☀️☀️ positive vibes

[@Syncere20]

Damn nice video. Soon it will get 6 million views. Rosa is so beautiful.

[@NewWorldOrder0000]

Love your channel! Youre super addicting. Tats are beautful, love what you do, thank you for a great th9ng to watch. I can really see this channel rapidly growing. Bless you and good luck to you😊❤

[@Ascot89]

Beautiful places, beautiful videos, beautiful soul 😊❤

[@ronforrestjr2493]

Thanks for sharing your adventures here, really appreciate it

[@lupesanchez8077]

I love when you cook, I did try one of the recipe , it was good

[@lifeinmyelement]

Yayy! I'm glad it turned out okay ☺️

[@cherrysIushie]

HAAHHA the lady “she’s crazy- WELL DONE 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼” I love her 😂😂😂😂😂

[@lifeinmyelement]

They were so nice!! 😊

[@bh6344]

The water is so clear!! The gnocchi looks 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@MrWeusi]

that gnocchi looks amazing!!!

[@Nandini_1.]

The Giants Highway is something to behold. It is amazing and awe inspiring 🇬🇧❤️ ps, you definitely have a gift for cooking with very few resources. The food always looks yummy❤

[@roberthirn1770]

Wow! To see you especially making nelkeys you got me, wow... I grew up on nelkeys, awesome. I love it, camping an all😂.

[@bam111965]

I love cooking, but have never been so adventurous about it on a camp stove. Impressive. I also get why you put off making the gnocchi for a while. It's a process you have to be up for that day.

[@lifeinmyelement]

Yea... anything with making a dough is a process, especially the cleaning part lol flour gets everywhere!

[@ambertoner2598]

Love your videos your stinking adorable and sweet thank you for sharing your beautiful journey with us

[@OrionMcKay1]

One of my favorite lakes . (Lake Crescent )I used to live near by on another small lake. Gotta love the Olympic coast especially this time of year. I know you have been to Rialto beach but have you hiked the La push beaches? Especially Third beach. It has a trail that is really long and scenic. Keep the viogs coming! Cheers!

[@lifeinmyelement]

I love the whole area! And yes! I've stopped and walked to all the beaches in the area 😊 it's so beautiful!

[@osmaan254]

I'm watching from Somalia and also learning English your videos are supper cool❤

[@lifeinmyelement]

Oh gosh, I'm not sure how good my English is 😅 but thank you for being here!

[@osmaan254]

@@lifeinmyelement no Your English is so good and I really appreciate it for your feedback thanks Rosa🙏

[@Lord_Mangoat]

The food looked good. Good luck with your adventure! Hopefully that chain holds.

[@clinthutchinson4097]

glad you and madilynn & winterisblu had a good time during the vist

[@lifeinmyelement]

They are both such wonderful people to be around ❤️

[@davem6226]

Wow your breakfast looks great....!!!! Bon appetite 😊

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thank you ❤️

[@BethAldermanRochelle]

9:35 Love it! Great video and the food looked delicious!

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thank you!! 😊

[@timh.1300]

Tim from Buffalo NY, i watch your video's because i would love to get away from the working routine and live like a free Spirit as you do...very cool, you always remember to have fun too.....

[@TheQueenLioness100]

Great job 😊😊

[@lawrencemendez143]

I would like you to come to the realization that you are an amazing chef. Rosa, you are good at cooking! I think you could make an amazing solo nomad cookbook eCookbook? I have absolutely no imagination when it comes to camp cooking. Thanks for your menu ideas!

[@lifeinmyelement]

Wow thank you! I think the biggest issue with a cookbook is I'd have to actually start measuring everything 😅

[@followTCF]

Needed something to make me smile and laugh today, and your video did just that! Love all those jumps you took - looks so exhilarating and refreshing! And love your attitude about life and everything in general. You’re definitely a good cook, too. I love cooking outdoors, and your creativity has inspired me to try a few recipes because I think, if she could do that using that setup, it’s not impossible! You’re real, down-to-earth, and living your best life… super glad I stumbled onto your channel ❤ Keep on keepin’ on! (And if the super glue doesn’t hold, try some stronger epoxy or wire :D)

[@dbentley2195]

Well that sure looked refreshing! ❤

[@lifeinmyelement]

Definitely a good way to start my morning!

[@Jacklynofalltrades]

The gnocchi looks amazing!!

[@luigifoppiani5034]

Hi Rosa i am speachless... you prepare gnocchi as i do... incredible !!! this is the italian way !!!!!!!!!! and you use the pesto sauce of Giovanni Rana... The Best !!!!! a big big Hug !!! i love this video ... Big Thanks !!! Ciao !!!!!

[@luigifoppiani5034]

Good morning to me and Good night to you ! Sweet Dreams ! Rosa !!! 🌹🌹🌹👍🏻🥰🤗😴😴😴Thanks !

[@lifeinmyelement]

Awwww yayyy! That means a lot coming from you ❤️❤️ thank you so much!!

[@luigifoppiani5034]

🥰🥰🥰😍🤗

[@Salem.belkha]

Good to see you again❤❤ stay safe😊

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thanks for being here ☺️

[@momana550]

Gorgeous setting for jumping and a swim. But, was that water super cold? Loving the cheerleaders 📣. The view and the gnocchi look great. You’re an amazing cook 👩‍🍳. I’m jealous and proud of your motivation. Stay safe❤❤❤

[@garganega]

Yes you are definitely good at cooking.

[@MyLifeAsMandy_]

I can't stop watching ur videos

[@lifeinmyelement]

Well shucks 🥰 thank you!!

[@billebob1956]

you are a great swimmer

[@terryshenk1243]

Jumping into that water looked like so much fun 😊 Watching you cook on Elrond's tailgate, to me you are a pro every thing you make looks so good ♥

[@lifeinmyelement]

It was a blast! I'm a little sad the warm weather is ending but I guess that just means more hot springs 🤷‍♀️

[@parkerexplores]

Luv ur energy:)

[@peterpowell6168]

I am searching for a Honda element to replace my minivan that is all tuckered out & found your videos 👍 happy trails 🥳

[@Juju-l3o]

I love your positivity and spirit, you’re the type of person that will make anyone’s day❤

[@user-zl6cl1ql3n]

That's awesome.. and the water had to be cold... Lunch looked amazing. But what kind of dish was that

[@fredricjulien8738]

A new title for you "Rosa the Cliff Jumper." Looked like so much fun. I'm not very agile and I probably weigh twice as much as you. I definitely wouldn't be able to scale that cliff without falling. 😂 You're cooking skills keep getting better and better. The gnocchi looked amazing. I think I know what your next adventure is, I won't say what I think it is. It has something to do with the spikey attachment you were repairing. Stupid shit? How about a brave, adventurous, and amazing Rosa experience. 🥰✨ ⚾Go Phillies!

[@lifeinmyelement]

Oh you absolutely could! I believe in you ☺️ and thank you!! I'm having so much fun trying out new recipes! I appreciate my Phillies support ❤️ we need it!!

[@jamespaul2587]

Youre a natural tailgate chef, Rosa! Those looked so good that I think the real reason you moved is so you didn't have to share 😊

[@RainyDay6913]

Wow that look so amazing wish I cldve jump with ya girl! You a truly living the dream! 😇🙏🏼🌸

[@lifeinmyelement]

That would've been so much fun! I always need more adventure friends ☺️

[@bobbycampos6576]

OMG you’re making me so nervous with all those jumps alone girl. 🤣🤣 You’re a badass baby doll! LOL 💪🏼💪🏼

[@lifeinmyelement]

Jumping is always fun (as long as it's into water) 😊

[@CraigMorton321]

Fun times, and great Gnocci...

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thank you ❤️

[@douglashoward5738]

Great job for the cooking 101 class! Vlog was great!

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@choony1970]

That meal looks so darn yummy.. ❤

[@joeyrivera5999]

Your lunch looks awesome babe. Your on your way to be a great car cooker. 😅❤😅

[@zahrarazak1646]

You are good at cooking ❤

[@CRISVELEZ-f9f]

You are an excellent cook! gnocchi are not easy in the back of your car. You need a counter top to knead. Congrats!!!

[@zahrarazak1646]

Rosa that food is excellent 🧕👌❤️

[@dafred9898]

I have all the confidence in yourself, Scouts Out!

[@lifeinmyelement]

Doing my best ☺️

[@christopherkn917]

You're amazing 👏

[@lucys1583]

Love your videos. For gnocchi it's usually used the red patatos as they have more starch and come out amazing

[@lifeinmyelement]

I wasn't sure! But I'll try that next time 😊

[@nomorebsforme]

Woohoo Rosii u r havin a blast this video...enjoy!

[@lifeinmyelement]

It was a really good day ☺️ I'm glad it showed!

[@Valerygallery]

You are such a good little chef! I didn't read the title of your show that says you're making gnocchi. I thought you were making potato pancakes, LOL. It looks like it turned out really good.❤😋

[@lifeinmyelement]

Ohhhh I do also love some potato pancakes ❤️ that's a good idea!

[@tikoy1955]

Awesome video. How cold was the water? I didn’t hear screams on the first jump, so maybe not too bad. Your lunch looked great.

[@lifeinmyelement]

It was not as cold as I thought it would be but it was cold enough lol