MUST TRY☀️Summer Recipes: Savor East Tennessee's Best Summer Harvest with These QUICK & EASY Recipes

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Fresh Summer Veggie Recipes: EASY & FLAVORFUL Family Recipes Even Picky Eaters Will Love!
I love cooking and eating fresh veggies year round but they taste especially delicious right now when they’re at their peak here in East Tennessee. I don’t have a garden but I do have lots of local farmers markets in my area and even my big chain grocery stores carry locally grown produce this time of year. So today we’re gonna make some delicious recipes featuring lots of fresh summer veggies. And these are family style recipes that might even have your picky non veggie lovers coming back for seconds.
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[@ann-utah1495]

Mel… you are such a breath of fresh air…. What a great person you are to acknowledge the person with the original recipe… as well as linking the Pinterest links to others … that makes me think even more of you than I already did😘 Thanks for your kindness. The world needs it especially these days! 💚☀️💚

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Awh, how sweet and kind YOU are, thank YOU! And you're right, this world could use A LOT more kindness. I appreciate you watching and supporting me, the channel, and by doing so my family as well. I hope you enjoy these summer veggie recipes and have a wonderful week.

[@sheneiaparks4745]

I love the idea of the notes in cookbooks especially church. I love finding all the clippings and ads in my grandma's. 😊😊

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

It's like a time capsule 😊 sometimes I will have forgotten little details about people and then I see a note beside their recipe and it just takes me back 💕

[@sandicollins4000]

Hey Mel! I was so happy to hear you say you’re a cream of soup girl, I am too! I always have cans of cream of chicken, mushroom and golden mushroom in my pantry. They’re so easy and flavorful. Love your videos, you make everything look so easy and super yummy!

[@jillrudolf3483]

“The spirit of Macaroni & Cheese”…😂 I just love you! You’re great!’

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

The best spirit of all, well next to the Holy one LOL Thanks for watching and just letting me be me LOL

[@lulamcrae2851]

Good evening Mama Mel, Thanks for sharing .Love the veggies recipes.Yall be blessed and have a wonderful week,also keep this Country in prayer.❤❤❤

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Thanks so much, and 100% praying for America.

[@Shea3224]

Absolutely LOVE Fresh Summer veggies!! All of those recipes look absolutely delicious!! The Tomato Pie is really speaking to me!! 😍💜

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Me too, always looking for something new to do with them as well as just frying them up in a little corn meal! And you need to make that tomato pie, it was worth every bite!

[@mkabs19]

Just wanted to let you know I watch or listen to your videos just for your accent! I’m from NY. Its comforting to me

[@user-ut4xt1dy8y]

Momma Mel that tomato pie looks delicious ❤

[@lynnwarren6127]

I love the idea of making notes in your cookbooks.

[@LiRaby5173]

I just ordered the cookbook, and I can't wait to try the tomato pie! I really love❤your channel you cook food that my hubby and I both enjoy, I just wish I could get the grandsons to eat veggies. If you have any suggestions for veggie haters, maybe a video on that would be helpful?

[@taracollins8386]

Hello! From fellow East Tennesseean!!! I am from around the Johnson City/Elizabethton area! Love our east Tennessee! I enjoy your channel so much & have made many of your delicious recipes!

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

How kind you are, thank you and I LOVE knowing that I have local friends here with me! Thanks!

[@susanoswalt1169]

MoMA Mel if you are like me I'm 64 and recently learned that if I take my dried seasons like the Italian and crush it in my palms it will bring out the flavor alot more and you use less.they aren't cheap anymore ❤

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Yes, that's a great tip! Thanks so much for watching!

[@doloreswilson6698]

I always look forward to Sunday. You always have scrumptious meal ideas. 😊

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

😊 thank you, I appreciate you watching and I hope you enjoy these and have a wonderful week.

[@janetdwyer1867]

Amazing easy summer recipes.have a blessed week❤

[@stellablue7609]

Great ideas. I have a huge garden and I am always looking for new recipes. Can't wait to try them. Thanks Mel.

[@teresakryvenchuk6205]

Oh boy 👦... everything looks delightful. God bless everyone 🙏 ❤✝️

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Thank you so much!

[@donnastratton8397]

Hey Mel! We've had Myrtle's tomato pie over on Market Square in Knoxville several times in the past few years. It is so good. I've been thinking I need to make one to use up some of our garden tomatoes. And here you have a recipe! I'm gonna try it. Thanks!

[@debgersh5555]

Hey Momma Mel, been watching DIYs and furniture rehabs for a while 😂, miss you and your fabulous casseroles! Miss Karen is a fabulous lady and cook, I've already ordered a copy of her book, it'll take its place beside Paula Dean's Country Cooking Bible ☺️all the best to you and yours and congratulations on the wonderful growth of your channel, a testament to your talents❤

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Thank you so much for your kind words 😊 I'm glad you're catching back up with me. I know you're going to love Karen's cookbook, it's full of good country cooking 😊

[@cindyeasterling6917]

My husband says running the cold water keeps the plastic seals from weakening and leaking. Yummy veggies❤

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Now I know, LOL. Glad there is a good reason behind me doing it even if I didn't know!

[@sylviamarlar4206]

That looks amazing, I think I would try french fried onions on top!!!

[@veggielovinaccountant]

This is right up my veggie lovin’ alley! 😂 I have never made tomato pie, but that is going right on my list! Tomato pie and pintos … girl that sounds fabulous! Also, is it wrong I want cornbread to go with it? 😂 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Cornbread is never wrong, LOL I hope you enjoy these and especially that tomato pie! I'm so glad I finally made myself one, it was great! Thanks so much for watching, have a blessed week!

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

I'm here for all the delicious veggie recipes. I can't wait to add these to our meal plan.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Hope you enjoy these, they were delicious! Hope you've had a great week friend!

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

​@@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel I'm sure we will, Aunt Mel. It's been pretty good, a hot one. I never heard from Sandy, did you?!

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

@@MrsAlmaTrumble oh dear, I didn't get that email sent 😢 I'm making a note right now to do that!

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

​@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel no worries, I hope she shows up tonight.

[@lulamcrae2851]

Hello Mrs Alma,Hope y'all are having a wonderful evening.We are doing well.Oscar says hello.Sending continued prayers to y'all.Be blessed and enjoy y'all's night and have a wonderful week.Also keep this Country in prayer.❤❤❤

[@pamtobey4758]

I am so jealous of your beautiful tomatoes. I grew up in the Midwest with their wonderful tomatoes. Now we live in Las Vegas and really can’t find good tomatoes ( I’ve been spoiled ). Our tomatoes come in from California and are picked early for shipping, not given a chance to ripen on the vine. 😞 I love your videos and try many of your recipes. Thank you for your easy directions and comfy food recipes. God bless you and your family.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Awh, honey I wish I could ship you some of these from Grainger county, they're so good and sweet.

[@joanbottger1071]

Hi Mel, I'm visiting the Smokies and Dollywood and just saw this video. You are always a breath of fresh air. Beautiful area to visit. By the way, I stopped in at Buc-ees in Sevierville on Sunday extremely busy place...

[@melissab1044]

I think my favorite is your pasta veggie recipe! Everything looks delicious! Have a wonderful day! 😊

[@kikomartin-pr]

Been looking forward to your weekly video. I hope you have a great week.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Thanks so much friend, I've had a good HOT week - hope yours has been great too!

[@donnabraden3126]

Your squash chicken stuffing casserole is exactly the recipe, minus the chicken, that we serve at Thanksgiving. That’s how good it is! Sometimes you can get away with summer squash in November in California but butternut squash works just as beautifully.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

I love butternut squash and it's funny, I never thought of making it in the fall. I think it's going on the menu for my Thanksgiving this year, too! Thanks for watching and for the great idea 😊

[@wandavillar4120]

That Squash looked delicious

[@Princess_karen]

Hey East Tennessee girl here also. Happy to find you

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Welcome, I'm happy you're here too 😊

[@marylawman8603]

Hi Mel!! My favorite thing about Summer is all of the fresh veggies and fruits. I'm lucky to live in a rural farming area with a large Amish and Mennonite community so besides my own garden, I have easy access to beautiful, fresh produce.These casseroles are perfect timing and they all look delicious! I was planning to pick up some veggies and fruits on my day off this week so I will make a list to be able to make at least one of these this week. It's going to be hard to chose which one though. Since I'm just cooking for myself I'll cut the recipe in half and will still have leftovers which I love. That's why I'll spread the recipes out over a few weeks. I'm with you, Mel, on the cream of soups. They are a staple in my kitchen and I don't care what people say about them. Lol! These recipes are a wonderful and delicious looking way to use the fresh veggies that are so abundant and cheap right now. These made me happy!! Thank you, as always, for all of the hard work and dedication you put into your videos. I hope you and your family have a blessed and beautiful week. 💖

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Thank you so very much for your kind words Mary, I really appreciate you! And how lucky you are to live where you do, we have some Amish communities fairly close but not like on my way home. And I'm with you on halving recipes - I do that all the time, we ate on these for days LOL Hope you enjoy these and have a great week and as always thank you so much for being here.

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Mel, you can now star in mattress demos! LOL Love it.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

LOL! Maddie is loving her new mattress and I enjoyed my solo sleeps on it too!

[@anitaholmes6824]

I LOVE your casserole dishes!!!! Also, I too love cream of soups!!! This first recipe looks wonderful especially since I can make it vegetarian too!!! I have never heard of tomato pie before but this looks so delicious I am going to have to make it too!!! Thanks so much for sharing and making my mouth water!!!

[@lauriemarquis4887]

I made the primavera for supper tonight. It was absolutely wonderful!

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

So happy to hear that you loved it too, so flavorful and delicious 😋

[@Foodie_77823]

Thanks for sharing this recipe 💛💛💛

[@ElizabethBaker-px3wx]

I’m still loving that accent and your recipes are just so delicious. 😋

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

😊 thank you

[@phyltorkelsonp9268]

I didn’t get around to watching this until this early evening. Love the recipes! The main reason I was told to run cold water when you’re draining hot water off of pasta, boiled potatoes, etc……is that the cold water running will keep the steam from the hot water coming back on your hand/arm so that you won’t get a nasty burn. Did you talk Patrick into trying that tomato pie? 😁. I have never had that.

[@Deb57272]

Honestly, I did say mama mel and it came out Mamma Mia😂

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Very expensive bedding so can't afford it. I enjoy your videos & recipes.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Thank you so much.

[@undreapinkney806]

We🕺🏾💃🏾❤❤#ChickenVeggieSummerPastaCassarole❤❤ #DelishiousYumYum

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

It was so delicious, enjoy! Thanks for watching.

[@user-mt1rx3sd7n]

I noticed today they now have cream of jalepeno soup !! Oh yeah😁😁

[@DogHairRules]

The spirit of mac and cheese is always coming over me too!!!😂

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

LOL It's a sneaky little thing!

[@crissytate4933]

Ty for sharing it all looks delicious love the veggies and love the cream of soups too Always run cold water while pouring boiling water down drain God Bless you and your's 🙏🙏❤️💗

[@donnatucker8377]

I was wondering the same thing when I watched that episode. Oh well it worked. Love visiting with you Mel

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Sometimes we just do things without really thinking about it LOL

[@Sammi_May]

Ooohhhhhweeeeee❤❤❤ yummy in my tummy!!! Can't beat fresh veggies ❤❤

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Oh yes! These were all so good! Glad I finally made the tomato pie, it was worth every bite!

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Those tomatoes look so good by themselves to me or even for a mater sandwich. Lol.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

They were great!

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

@@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel I bet. I loved homegrown produce. It tastes better than store bought.

[@davidalexanify]

Oh my gosh, I love a summer tomato and a summer tomato sandwich with mayo!

[@susan_elizabeth]

Hi Mel! I'm so glad you made the tomato pie! I got Karen's cookbook at the end of June, and was wondering how it would turn out. Well, my garden here in northern Michigan is currently overflowing with tomatoes, so I'm definitely going to make that recipe! I can't wait! Thank you for another wonderful cooking video! God bless. 💜

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Now you know that me and Karen have both had it turn out great so go for it and be sure and let me know how you like it. Thanks so much for your kindness here!

[@xicanavida1559]

I know that’s right Mel I love my cream it’s as well !!!!

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

They just make everything taste so good, I don't know why everybody's talking bad about them now LOL Thanks so much for watching!

[@susantaulli6580]

I heard that tip about running cold water through your pipes many years ago from Martha Stewart.

[@K4familySnoeberger]

Oh my gracious, this chicken Primavera casserole looks delicious. I need recipes for the summer. However, we're so hot over here, and we can't use our oven. I think I could do stove top on that, but it won't be the same as it would in the oven. I'm going to have to try it both ways it sounds so good. I know you mentioned that pinto beans alongside this dish would be great. So would a nice fresh salad. It would pair well with this pasta casserole. There's something I have missed for the last 2 years. That would be fresh Garden tomatoes. My brother passed away but he had a good green thumb. We're horrible at it and don't get tomatoes. You're in a wonderful area where you get fresh tomatoes. I can't wait to make this tomato pie. I've been wanting to make one for years and yours looks absolutely delicious!

[@southernnana749]

Hey Mel. I just love you and I made the tomato pie it was absolutely delicious. Thank you.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

I love YOU! Thank you so much for being here with me and I'm so happy that you loved the tomato pie ❤️👏

[@southernnana749]

Well I actually made 2 I gave my sister one she said that was the best thing she has eaten in awhile it's definitely a keeper.❤❤❤

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

@southernnana749 how sweet, I love to share what I cook with my family too ❤️

[@rachelcastle8369]

Everything looked delicious 😋 have a great week Mel 😊

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Thanks so much friend, hope you have a blessed week too!

[@rachelcastle8369]

Thank you 😊

[@squirrelswithpearls]

I run cold water, too, as I drain boiling water in the sink - always have. Guess we were just taught to do it that way.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

That's what my momma taught me too, LOL Thanks for watching and have a great week!

[@lindabaumwart9380]

I just love your personality and your humor... I just love you and your recipes

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

🤗Awh, thank YOU so much for your kind words! I love sharing here and appreciate you so much for watching and letting me know that my videos help you out!

[@lindabaumwart9380]

@@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel always

[@donnaarmstrong7537]

Oh my gosh! Yall have got to try the Chicken and Squash Casserole, it is amazing, my hubby told me that I need to make it all the time. It truly is good, thank you Momma Mel for the recipe 🙂.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

You're so welcome, it's really good ain't it! Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@melissamcfadden9684]

Love all of your videos so much! If you so are inspired, I have no oven or stove, I have a crock-pot, and electric skillet, and an air fryer and I live in a fifth wheel RV so I would love some ideas on ways to prep food in those items. You're the best keep these amazing recipes coming please!

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Well thank you so much for watching and your kind words. Here are some videos that might help you out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3WZn3t4hcagmJosi=pm6ny38ncSTwB4O8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaG6mGehnJiLfbMsi=Ol3avM9U7_efQ9TZ kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3jOhpiMmalgsJYsi=NOyOLxqQtAH8wrX0 kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5PIopt8drCSa8Usi=kMIN2_9Mg8y9ozt8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWa5YZhmhKalb7csi=mTXmj2IdLtiymY0_

[@carolneal3785]

Everything looks so so good yummy I’m hungry

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Thank you 😋

[@sherrywilliams409]

And if you want that veggie and chicken casserole even creamier you could add cream of chicken or mushroom soup. Go ahead Mel, use that cream of soup if you want it! I’m like you, doesn’t bother me a bit bc it sure adds good flavor!

[@donnaarmstrong7537]

These look so delicious! My niece gave me lots of squash & zucchini, I've roasted, fried, made bread & muffins, given some away to 2 different people AND still have some left. These dishes came just in time. Thanks so much 🙂.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

So happy these hit at just the right time, I think most folks that have a garden struggle with squash and zucchini coming out of their ears this time of year LOL Thanks so much for watching friend!

[@JonathanDeLaCruz-xt6wp]

Delicious! Thank you!

[@Cynthia2v]

I don’t know where you live in east TN but I have family in Jonesborough who have a you pick blueberry farm. They will have peaches at their farmer’s market on Sat. We are always envious of the sweet corn and wonderful tomatoes from that region.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Oh how blessed! I bet you get all the good stuff LOL And there is something about this East Tn soil, it grows good food! Thanks so much for watching

[@lisamaisch3811]

Good evening Mama Mel!

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Good evening to you too friend! Thanks so much for being here!

[@suzanchamness376]

That first recipe looks absolutely delicious I will try that one thank you❤

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@vickiehelms6201]

I write in my cookbooks where they came from. I write changes in recipes also.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

I love Pinterest as much as anyone but I REALLY LOVE my paper cookbooks, especially ones from church and friends like Karen and Mama Sue!

[@BiscuitsMom917]

I been making that tomato pie for years. It's better the next day.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

I totally agree, the leftovers were even better!

[@lisamerritt979]

I made the tomato pie and mixed the green into the cheese mixture

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

I bet it was delicious 😋

[@barbaramobley8713]

Hello Mel.... I love your videos and love watching your channel. I was looking for your tomatoe pie recipe and couldn't find it can you like it for me? Thank you so much and have a great week.

[@tammypotts8200]

Hi Mama Mel! Since I have been watching your videos I use Italian seasoning in my hash browns. Delicious!

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Yum! Ain't it crazy how one little ole seasoning can just make everything taste better 😋 Thank you so much for watching I really appreciate you 😊

[@mlc74]

Spirit of macaroni and cheese comes upon me too! 😂😂 I can’t tell you how excited I am to try these recipes - always looking for veggie recipes to keep things light in the hot summer months! THANK YOU for sharing!

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Next to the Holy Spirit, it's the best one LOL So happy you enjoyed these, I appreciate you watching and hope you have a great week!

[@AngelaJonesLuvsFood]

Perfect summer recipe

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Glad you enjoyed these, thanks for watching.

[@mkel858]

Thanks these all look so delicious my mouth was watering! I'm going to make that tomato pie this weekend I'm having company and I'm sure they will love it!:The other 2 I'll make soon I have squash and zucchini in my refrig. now lol!

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Oh you are gonna love it and impress your guests, really try to get as much water out of the tomatoes as you can and give it plenty of time to "set up" after baking. YUM! Have a great weekend!

[@ksmill09]

Hi Momma Mel,, we have a camper trailer in Granger county and I always buy me some tomatoes to can from the farmers in Granger. Delicious

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Isn't it interesting how much better the tomatoes from Grainger County taste? What are they doing that the rest of us don't know about LOL Thanks so much for watching!

[@christeenprice5637]

Awesome recipe’s thanks

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Most welcome 😊

[@biggyrat1313]

My husband has harped on me for decades to run cold water when draining hot pasta water. I do and I don't know why either! 🤣

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

We just do what we're told LOL

[@TracyShead-Stamey]

​@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel I run boiling water down my kitchen drains once a week in the summer to keep those tiny fruit fly things down. I boil a small pot of water divided in half for each drain, then I put vinegar and baking soda down. I haven't had any of those creepy flying critters.

[@RAM-eb2te]

❤❤❤ Keep running cold water when dumping boiling water down drain. We had a major leak caused by melted joint compound in our drain pipes because hubby thought I was nuts! 😂

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

I will! Really this was a great message for us all tonight LOL

[@RAM-eb2te]

It was to him too! Cost us $$$ to get it repaired. 🤣

[@dejonscales5217]

Thanks for sharing your recipe with us today and I see you in your next video.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Hope you enjoy, thanks so much for watching!

[@JeanHudson2022]

French onions on top of that firs casserole would of been good

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Oh yes! That's a great idea, thanks!

[@lindaross4025]

Looks so god Mel can not wait to try these I love squash And I have never had a tomatoe pie looks really tasty have a wonderful and blessed week .

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

I love squash too! And you have to try a tomato pie, it's so good! Thanks for watching.

[@supergg07]

I love your casseroles. I can’t wait to make these. I have a question. Can I put any of these in the freezer before I cook them in the oven?

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

I don't recommend freezing these, sorry. But they're worth making on a day when you have the time. Thanks so much for watching

[@tammyrayburn1700]

Oh my gosh .whatwonderful summer recipes ...im definitely gona try these. ..i already love tomato pie ..but ive never tried it with the green onions ....so ill be doing that too ...What agreat video

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Hope you enjoy it, so glad I finally made it for myself, too! Thanks so much for watching!

[@tracyroth3397]

These all looked so good! My sweet grandma used to make tomato pie and I haven’t thought about it for years. Thank you for the sweet reminder.❤️🫂

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Awh, you're so welcomed. I was really tickled to finally make it and it was so good. Thanks so much for watching.

[@emilyrussell4699]

The tomato pie is gorgeous and looks delicious! Do you have a link for the mixing bowls with the blue design? Really cute!

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Thank you so much, I really wish I could link them, I bought them years ago at Sams Club and they still carry them in various designs each year but have never had this beautiful blue design again. I have found some pretty close to these in how they look and the design elements, too. I have them linked in my Amazon storefront section called "In The Kitchen" here's the link - thanks so much for being here and I hope this helps amzn.to/3yj9bWH

[@emilyrussell4699]

@@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel thank you!!

[@debbiealtman5373]

Hi❤ looks delicious.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Thanks so much!

[@debbiealtman5373]

@@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel you are welcome

[@ameliaedge5253]

I may have to try that pasta primavera casserole. My husband had pasta primavera once and enjoyed it.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Sounds great, like something he would like - let me know how it turns out! Thanks for watching!

[@denisedieter9004]

Great recipes! Thank you for sharing!

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Thank you for watching, enjoy!

[@grammyb5216]

Yummy 😋

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

😋

[@michelemcafee7906]

Love all your video's! You talk about eating pinto beans and I grew up eating them as well. My mom only made them homemade by cooking them all day. Is that how you all eat them? Do you eat them from a can? If so, is there a specific brand? Do you "doctor" them up? Thanks for the great recipes!

[@mistyfagan1320]

I'm East Tennessee! Where ya at Momma Mel? I mean not exact location for safety just county! Lol!

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

I'm in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountain Natl Park, right at the base, thanks so much for watching. I love knowing that my local friends are here!

[@susanmcdonald2856]

How do you cook your pinto beans? Loved these dishes, too...

[@amyandtony]

Yassss I love my cream soups and will never stop cooking with them. Oh yeah. Love those Granger Co tomatoes. Grew up in Claiborne Co and remember it would be on the news when it was tomato time lol there is a farm up here that sometimes has Granger tomatoes brought in. I’ve got to try that pie!! And now I’m hungry lol I hope your journey is going well. I’ve plateaued and can’t seem to get the scale moving. I’ll keep trying though. Have a blessed week.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

I don't know why everybody started hating to cream of soups LOL And honey I'm stuck on 10 lbs down - time to cut the calories a bit more and change up my exercise I guess... Let's hang in there!

[@amyandtony]

@@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel we’ve got this girl!! I refuse to fall off the wagon completely this time. Even if it feels like I’m hanging on for dear life and being drug behind lol 😂

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

@@amyandtony I feel that with all me being 🤣

[@amyandtony]

@@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel lol 😂

[@dawnbarse197]

Did you know that the spray you use for your pots and crock pots have butane or propane in them? Better to use a spray bottle with your own oil just some information. Many blessings

[@vitsteele-lz2hn]

Hey

[@jodiesmith9576]

Hello sweetie

[@LaLa-rs4jb]

All your dinners looked amazing what is your website?

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Thanks so much, I appreciate your kind words and here's my website I hope you find it helpful inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/

[@princessjanuarymarie3197]

cool

[@rhondarenard2129]

Can you please make my hamburger macaroni and cheese stuff bell peppers

[@Tamara-db3ep]

Mel I think what you did with the tomato pie recipe by not claiming it as your own that you are an honorable woman...a rarity in today's standard. Thanks also lol everything looks so good.

[@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel]

Wow, thank you. And Karen told me by all means to put this recipe on my website so I will be adding it soon. Thank you so much for your kindness.