I wanted to get into cooking last year and didn’t have much of a pantry. After Xmas I took 25$ I got for a gift and went to dollar general on a Saturday so I could utilize their 5$ off 25$ coupon. Most their seasonings are 1$ too. I got all the basics and also some more fancier ones-cumin, dill weed, etc. got out there at 21$ and it wa so game changer. Being able to watch receipts and learn and have the spices you need. And also ramp up cheap, budget cooking to something super tasty
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Agreed, Nicky! Plus, once you stock your spice cabinet, you probably won’t have to buy them all at the same time again. It’s just about replenishing what we run out of from time to time. 😊
@rscyayouknowme2 жыл бұрын
This is such a great idea! Well done!
@ASMRKay_2 жыл бұрын
Next time if you have an Aldi or Kroger around you their spices are usually less than a dollar, if you get the store brand. (At least in the Midwest it’s this way)
@jacksonehlers63852 жыл бұрын
try buying spices in bulk at a grocery store in the future! its so much cheaper than buying at the spice rack
@alishaparr5772 жыл бұрын
If you just need a bit of a spice Winco bulk bin spices are amazing.
@mrsc91932 жыл бұрын
I always get a chuckle out of imagining people being like "Hey! You added salt!! That wasn't on the list!" 😅😆😆
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
You and me both!
@jujube24072 жыл бұрын
I watched a $5 casserole meal on another person vlog this week... she was at 6.50 each leaving the store(ok I'll let that slide) but then came home and added cheeses, and bacon, and brown sugar, and butter etc etc etc... no no no! Salt, pepper oil(butter) maybe, marginal flour...garlic or onion powder... sure... but all these costly things plus obscure spices... nah dawg... that's click bait... I'm gonna stick with my mindy! She's 100% reasonable! Lol
@mrsc91932 жыл бұрын
@@jujube2407 That I completely agree with! Cheese is getting pricy! You can't call it a $5 meal and then go home and use $4 of cheese lol
@jujube24072 жыл бұрын
@@mrsc9193 they were good meals! And I'll still call feeding 5 for 10ish dollars a win... but in no way were they $5 or close!
@greyhatdone2 жыл бұрын
Me too! 😅
@sallycrisp64402 жыл бұрын
Mindy, your videos should be shown in public schools so that kids learn how to cook with real, inexpensive, and healthy food. So many people do not have a clue how to even cook a pot of soup. I am a big fan--thanks for all you do to educate people.
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sally! It’s funny you say that about teaching because as a teacher myself I feel like that’s how I approach the general style of my videos! 😊
@kathymackenzie67632 жыл бұрын
I just accidentally found you . I have learned more from you in the last 2 evenings then I do on the cooking channels. I just had major surgery so standing will be out for a few weeks. But I am making up meal plans with what I have in my freezer that my husband has been mind listly filling while he fills the grocery cart with food we aren't eating. I can't eat . He eats on the run . So we will be needing to paying down the credit card and saving money by saving with groceries. So I Thank you.
@TracyShead-Stamey2 жыл бұрын
Is home economics even offered in schools today? I know when I was in school back in the 80s we had it. My kids didn't and that was the early 2000s. They had economics but it was a general course. It was more about just money and learning how to ledger a budget. I would teach a home economics class for free if my local middle or high school would let me.
@Lexa_Mac2 жыл бұрын
@@TracyShead-Stamey I took 1 cooking class that I was lucky to get into. Didn't learn much out of that unfortunately. No class on financial wellness or taxes. Gotta keep the masses dumb you know. *eye roll* I wonder if you could get with a community group to offer stuff like that. It's needed.
@TracyShead-Stamey2 жыл бұрын
@@Lexa_Mac I'm not sure how to go about it. I need to do some research. I would love to do it. It's something that is very important I think.
@jammamccann56232 жыл бұрын
I wouldn’t worry about what others think of a little seasoning added. Some people just complain about everything. Most of us moms understand where you are coming from. You do a great job and I love watching your videos!
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@carlenepalmer74432 жыл бұрын
I agree don't worry about the little seasonings. When shopping on a budget people have hard times especially getting the seasoning. That's a reason I like to keep onions garlic and ginger (when I can afford it) on hand
@idagrady20522 жыл бұрын
Mindy. I have watched this video over a dozen times on my relax Playlist. But something about the way you said " it's ok, it's just food" hit me like a ton of bricks today. How many times in life do we as women, mom's, daughters, wives hold ourselves to these CRAZY standard? When maybe the mantra should be- it's ok, it's just ****. Thank you for being here for all of us. I'm going to pray on it today and I hope it stays with me during this season of my life.
@Midwestmomvolunteer3652 жыл бұрын
A box of pantry staples would be such a good housewarming gift! Great video.
@LifeWithMrsB2 жыл бұрын
It really would! Also some utensils if they are just starting out. Could make a really nice little hamper :)
@edithannalabbassy2672 жыл бұрын
I did this at Christmas the year my daughter was moving out on her own. Along with spices, I included condiments and things like cling wrap & foil. She loved it.
@deshelliehoyt-fetterley82912 жыл бұрын
I got that as a bridal shower gift
@amiegamble16782 жыл бұрын
When I got married in 97' my friend's mom had a hip hugger laundry basket w salt and pepper shakers, spoons, spatula, flour, sugar, maybe mitts or towels. I can't remember. I try to do something similar if someone is just setting up their household.
@donnamay5010 Жыл бұрын
It used to be done a lot more. They called it a pounding. Pound of butter, pound of sugar, pound of flour, etc..
@melindabanning44972 жыл бұрын
When I started out some 35 years ago, I only had salt, pepper, garlic powder, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. As I stated learning more I had oregano, basil, thyme, onions, carrots, potatoes. As I started learning to cook and bake more I also started learning how to actually shop. I had a $50 grocery budget for everything household including our cats and eventually a total of 6 people. We didn't have KZbin or Pinterest but we had libraries and talk shows. I like your basic budget videos and so many can learn how to do this budget cooking thing and have healthy, nutritious meals.
@melindabanning44972 жыл бұрын
These all look wonderful!
@Stevie372 жыл бұрын
If a recipe calls for sauteing veggies and you don't have any oil, you can use a small amount of broth or water in place of the oil! It's admittedly not quite as tasty, but it definitely works in a pinch. I've done this before when I SWORE I had more butter somewhere but was totally out.
@ruthfreeman864 Жыл бұрын
Crisco or bacon fat will wor,
@jrubybowman Жыл бұрын
I also save chicken skin when I use boneless/skinless, etc. It renders fine and gives great chicken flavor. And yes, make broth with the bones and skin.
@cathyfeigert56602 жыл бұрын
Great ideas Mindy. I am always amazed that there are people who will comment negatively when someone uses spices or other staples from their kitchen. Good grief!
@rdeg942 жыл бұрын
I thought the same at first until I remembered when I was in a new state, away from family, having just moved into a new place, and I had *nothing* yet, with almost negative income lol. Not everyone has an 'established' kitchen so I understand a little frustration with this (but yes, most people do have a lot of these common items).
@lindaclark49972 жыл бұрын
Walmart sells basic seasonings, like garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, Italian seasoning as well as a few others for about $1 a jar. Add one jar to your shopping cart each time your shop and before long you have your staples and it didn't break your budget. Also watch sales ads. Some stores will put dried herbs and spices on sale around holidays. Another way to add to your pantry staples.
@kaykrausman80122 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making your videos. Please ignore the negative comments about cheating with your ingredients. Your videos give viewers ideas as to what you can do to keep your meals budget friendly. Everyone's area is different. I have found you can't please everyone, so please keep making your videos for the many who won't judge you. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
@lilybee_2 жыл бұрын
This is a keeper! We would eat all of these meals and enjoy them. First week of no spend Jan meal planned, thank you :) I dont understand people who nitpick the cost. We're not all going to be able to find the exact costs you get at your Walmart either and that's OK. It's the idea and showing how to shop and put different inexpensive ingredients we find together to feed our family. Thank you Mindy!!
@shannonphillips76022 жыл бұрын
I made those flavored saltines from your video and they are a big hit. Everyone loves them. It is totally not cheating to use pantry staples in a recipe. If you bought every little thing, you would have so much excess that it would be silly. I understand the people just starting out, but spices can be bought for so inexpensively.
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Shannon, I'm so glad you guys liked the crackers! Those were our favorites, too! Thanks for your support!
@amiegamble16782 жыл бұрын
A lot of stores have a few spices/herbs for $1. Meijer, Kroger, Christmas Tree Shoppe where I'm at.
@sherilynalexnder8972 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you on using pantry staples outside of the 'budget' for a week's worth of meals. After all, anyone watching this type of video/post likely a) has a kitchen; b) has had that kitchen for a significant amount of time; c) has been feeding their family for some time. It's just silly to insist that every little spice/oil/flour must be included in the budget. That would take some ridiculously mind-numbing time to calculate all that out. Sure, eventually spices/bouillion/flour/sugar will run out, but in the meantime, who wants to divide a $1 bottle of Italian seasoning by the teaspoon???
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Haha! So true!
@donilink55002 жыл бұрын
I love your videos! You make real food for real families. Thanks for sharing with us. For those that complain about seasonings and staples, please be kind. They’re called staples for a reason.
@vanessamartinez49172 жыл бұрын
The honey butter corn looks delicious! 😋
@sleuthst69552 жыл бұрын
I love all your videos and recipes! I just wanted to offer a word of warning about using glass baking dishes under the broiler. Both Pyrex and Anchor Hocking warn that their dishes should not be used under the broiler, as they can break or shatter. Thanks for all your great, friendly ideas and advice!
@nancyshrout-wankowski71472 жыл бұрын
And they don't lie. The mess is incredible.
@sashimb112 жыл бұрын
Did not know this, thank you!!
@doxiemom68502 жыл бұрын
You got me doing pantry meals. I started last week. On my 5th day. I gotta ho to store tomorrow for xmas dinner. If it wasn't xmas I probably would do pantry meals a few more days. My husband loves the idea cause we are saving money.
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Way to go! I love hearing that!
@kathrync87632 жыл бұрын
I’ve been trying not to throw away any leftovers or food in my house. Your videos have been helping me so much. From the shopping hacks to turning leftovers into a different meal for another night. It’s great. In the past two weeks I can already see a decrease in my food budget and it’s amazing. I always tried to Meal plan around the items in my house, yet I still needed to buy so much. Thank you for your pantry cooking tips because I swear it’s saving my family money already!
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Kathryn, I’m so happy to hear that! Great job! 😊
@jackie59522 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad I found your channel! As a single person I spent way too much on groceries in Nov and Dec and I’m looking forward to trying these recipes and cutting back in the next few months! I’ve saved this video to reference
@Ultimatecruegirl2 жыл бұрын
I think dollar tree (or 1.25 tree now 😄) is a great place to start getting your basic spice collection going. They might not be top quality but good enough to get you going and then when it’s time to replenish you’ll know which ones you like/use the most & that are worth spending more money on.
@That.Lady.withtheYarn5 ай бұрын
Their cinnamon got recalled for high amounts of lead. I use to buy my spices there.
@nicholecarter16672 жыл бұрын
My daughter loves chicken and rice so I decided to make your creamy chicken and rice soup- it was absolutely delicious. A great adaptation of our original and made in the instapot in under 30 minutes it will become a part of our rotation thanks for the inspiration!
@SuzanneU2 жыл бұрын
I also use the same base ingredients across a range of meals. I'll prepare several dishes, portion them, and freeze them. I buy meat in bulk when it's on Manager's Special or a loss-leader sake. My local greengrocer has a special bin for produce like cauliflower with brown splotches trimmed off, or tomatoes that are just off perfect firmness, or apples with small bruises. I buy these, prepare them the same day, and freeze them. Last week I paid 99 cents for onions that would have cost $6 at normal prices. It's chopped and frozen, ready for use. I also make foods like pindjur and chutney from imperfect produce.
@ideanagomez09252 жыл бұрын
Omg, these meals are just perfect for me this coming week after Christmas Mindy. Believe it or not my health has taken a turn for the better. I really don’t know what it is but since I moved from Miami, Florida to Ocala, Florida and I found your channel just following the meals doing budget it’s been an amazing year. I had my yearly health check up to check my lupus and it’s in remission, I am still on blood thinners but that’s ok I know that’s for life any ways. I was just surprised my youngest daughter is having another baby so I am going to be a grandmother for the fourth time very happy. Oh boy so many blessing. I am sorry just rambling. Anyways thank you again. Oh I sent you my email for the prize I am really exited. Thank you again. Love ya ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@comiketiger2 жыл бұрын
Oh Miss Cindy, you are a natural for these videos. Your compassion for helping people comes out as well. Great, easy, affordable recipes. Thank you for sharing. God bless all here.
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@annmarieknapp99422 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to make that last dish, the cheesy chicken and rice bake! One suggestion for starting to build your pantry staples, especially spices is the Dollar Tree. That's pretty much where I get all of our spices now and they are maybe a quarter price or less than the grocery store. Aldi's has inexpensive staples and spices too. I feel like you could spend an extra 3 to 5 dollars a week and quickly built up. Thanks for all you do! 🎅🤶💖🎄
@amy_bloom2 жыл бұрын
Love these videos! My request.. More vegetarian options!! Love that you often mention vegetarian options/modifications!
@tenthousanddaysofgratitude2 жыл бұрын
Cottage cheese, eggs, lentils, beans, nuts, nut butter and tofu are all awesome proteins…budget cooking is much easier, in my experience, without meat 😀. For creamy soup try white beans in place of chicken. For veg broth, you can use old veg scraps and make broth from that or use a veg bouillon cube. For the tacos you can substitute black beans for the chicken. For the easy pasta, you could just leave out the chicken. To me, those are pretty easy vegetarian adjustments🤷♀️.
@ASMRKay_2 жыл бұрын
Walmarts great value chicken is soaked in a salt water to add extra weight to it. If you have a local meat shop I highly recommend supporting them and buying their meat instead. It taste better and you know the animals are well taken care of.
@snowwhite27092 жыл бұрын
Many of the frozen prepackaged chicken also has additional additives, read labels.
@ASMRKay_2 жыл бұрын
@@snowwhite2709 it’s crazy what you find out is in specific foods when you check the labels. This is the stuff they should teach in school.
@That.Lady.withtheYarn5 ай бұрын
@@ASMRKay_seriously. We had to start really reading it because of the cinnamon recalls
@robintindall84692 жыл бұрын
I am 57 and single but so enjoy your recipes and ideas! I wish I had you around when I was raising my family!!
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, Robin!
@janicemunro24582 жыл бұрын
Thanks anyway, your cookery program is good and even if it isn't much like british food it is nice to know that people care enough to go to the bother of sharing there ideas to make life a bit easier.
@rubywooed30662 жыл бұрын
I love the idea of a starter pantry/spice/kitchen tools video! You're so thoughtful and practical so I'm sure it will be so useful!
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Ruby!
@clarissamuddle68582 жыл бұрын
Your channel would be such a Godsend for young people moving out of home for the first time! I have only just found you at 36 and I'm in Australia so very different pricing here...but I am getting so many ideas. Thank you Mindy!
@robino9412 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with your advice of using ingredients across many different meals. I'm also a reduced-price-meat shopper. I just bought chicken breast on clearance at Target today, so I'm making Chicken Cacciatore in the CrockPot for dinner tonight & tomorrow. =)
@LifeWithMrsB2 жыл бұрын
I love getting reduced meat! It can be o expensive :) so a bargain is always welcome
@karentabor82172 жыл бұрын
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@alishajennings20132 жыл бұрын
The chicken and rice, chicken tacos, chicken pasta, and the ranch chicken and rice bake look amazing. I can't wait to try all of them.
@elliejackson73532 жыл бұрын
I've been watching a bunch of your videos lately for ideas and seeing how your mind works to piece together meals has actually taught me so much. I'm finding myself putting together meals and being creative with leftover ingredients. Thanks for all of you content, Mindy!
@_punkybrewster2 жыл бұрын
These all look so tasty! I hope your head cold is gone so you’re healthy and happy for Christmas ❤️❤️
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Heather!
@momentsformoms94672 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the ideas. I actually bought some things from the grocery store this morning to make broccoli/cauliflower casserole and a cabbage casserole sometime in the next week,+ a couple cans of rolls/biscuits. I really like veggies and am trying to eat them more. My son & his dad however not fans of much. I’m just going to add veggies separately to mine that I know they won’t eat,like zucchini.
@simonalyneenderz32472 жыл бұрын
Funny you had chicken tacos...We did too. I had bought two rotisserie chickens($4.50 ea=9.00) My Mother is getting over her cold for a month. I made chicken soup. I broke down one hen for the soup. After two days of that soup, I grabbed the chicken shreds from the pot. I place in the taco shells. **What is nice most corn tortillas are Gluten Free!** That is a big reason I love your channel. Inventive, problem solver, budgeter, etc. You have helped a lot of people to cook and think about what they are cooking! I believe people haven't experienced a lot of home cooking. (I know in college a lot friends did not know how to prepare a can of condensed soup or grilled cheese sandwich!) Ohhn...Yes!
@mfarley2522 жыл бұрын
I so enjoy your videos! Thank you for making the effort to share these meal ideas with us! I'll be trying this for my meal plan after the holidays! Merry Christmas to you and your sweet family!
@brywalker71992 жыл бұрын
I am so appreciative of the work you put in to your channel. It has been a huge blessing to help with new meal ideas and its an extra bonus to search through your past videos for actual healthy budget meals. Thank you.
@marjoriejohnson45592 жыл бұрын
If you need to firm up limp celery or carrots, just stick them in a cup of water for a little while and they absorb the water and firm up. Yes everybody has something in their fridge or pantry. Those who say otherwise are being ridiculous
@SarahSmith-ox5yr2 жыл бұрын
I'm cooking the creamy chicken/ rice for my family here shortly. Wish me luck! Thanks again for the great dinner idea Mindy! Much love down here in South Carolina ❤
@cordellcaleb122 жыл бұрын
I love your videos. I’ve been doing a December no spend month we had tons of stuff in freezer and pantry so been using only that stuff which is nice to use what we have. I only spend 15$ a week on produce because I can’t live without my salads 😂 have saved so much this month thanks for the great videos
@lisagraham30772 жыл бұрын
When I started cooking and on a tight budget I added spices and kitchen basics a little at a time when I saw it on sale. I also look at home goods for items to stock once in a while. These videos definitely help with meal ideas. Thanks so much girl, you rock😊
@allyrooh36282 жыл бұрын
It's so fun to see what other people eat! Thanks for the ideas!
@carlenepalmer74432 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for these meal ideas❤️. I am a single mom but my youngest eats a alternative diet so these make it really easy for me for my other kiddos.
@alishaparr5772 жыл бұрын
That creamy chicken and rice soup looks amazing
@stephaniejohnson87272 жыл бұрын
Definitely trying these recipes. One of my family favorites inspired by you is shrimp boil in the crock pot 😋 and turkey cheesy pasta.
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
My son still asks for shrimp boil all the time! We discovered last year I have an allergy there, so I don't do a lot of shrimp any more. :(
@theresacorbe2 жыл бұрын
I have been looking for a chicken and rice casserole. I love that last recipe. Will be trying that.
@melissazabower3392 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to try that corn! Everything else looks good, too; I'd add frozen peas to the non taco dishes.
@heathersmeather2 жыл бұрын
🏀🎅🏼Heehee…I liked the reflection of the kid wearing a Santa hat and playing with a ball. 😆So cute!
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Yes, that was my younger daughter, McKenna! I noticed it too while I was editing. 😂
@carolemcnamara52172 жыл бұрын
These look delicious! I can hardly wait to try them all!! Thank you once again for posting such satisfying and tasty dishes. Merry Christmas!
@RevBTB2 жыл бұрын
your vids are always so welcome and entertaining! ty for the great content!
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!
@christinehoffman18252 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Hope your cold feels better 😀
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
I am much better, thank you!
@jessicacarpenter42222 жыл бұрын
I am really enjoying your money saving tips. I’m so glad I found your channel!
@leynetthudson75182 жыл бұрын
Dear Mindy Thank you so much for all that you do for us thru your video's i really apprentice and admire you so much, at this time in my life I am on a once a month budget, again thanks you snd God bless you and your family always and forever snd Merry Christmas
@valentinaminauro3522 жыл бұрын
Bless your heart Merry Christmas 🎄🌟🌹🥂🙏✌️
@brendayoungblood94842 жыл бұрын
Dollar tree has all kinds of spices and herbs and is a good place to get basic kitchen goods.
@robinswan58312 жыл бұрын
Oh silly, it's not cheating! It's utilizing what you already have which is one of the BEST money saving tips!
@aprilinalabama90742 жыл бұрын
Thanks and Happy New Year 🎇🎆
@mattieepperson84992 жыл бұрын
Ready to make all of these since I always have these ingredients !
@cassandrarosa41062 жыл бұрын
I really liked how you broke this down. I'd love if you could do a " 7 food network dinners under $100"
@lisaremy48172 жыл бұрын
All the meals looked delicious!
@zz-ic6vy2 жыл бұрын
that rice soup looks sooo good
@bekkkabby2 жыл бұрын
The first recipe looks amazing! I’ve been craving a hearty soup since it has cooled down here in Phoenix. The corn looks like a hit as well!
@LifeWithMrsB2 жыл бұрын
I’m in Scotland, I swear my family eats soup about half the year 😂 it’s always cold and wet here lol
@simonalyneenderz32472 жыл бұрын
We are having exceptionally cooler weather this year! I don't remember turning the heat on in the house till mid January! (Surprise, AZ)
@bekkkabby2 жыл бұрын
@@simonalyneenderz3247 I’m loving it!! My husband and I moved to Phoenix from Alaska in 2019 and we miss the cooler weather sometimes 😂
@simonalyneenderz32472 жыл бұрын
@@bekkkabby we are originally from Indiana, this doesn't bother me either. I am wearing shorts now running errands!🙃😃
@beckyhines38142 жыл бұрын
I shared your video because my friend is needing ideas how to make $3 meals. She's much better cooking than I am. Her name is Jaime. She has a family of about 7 people.
@francesrn52102 жыл бұрын
Love your videos Mindy. I think it’s funny that some individuals accuse you of “cheating” for using spices or “pantry basics” for these meal challenges. Keep doing what you do. Love your meals
@Charbekillinem2 жыл бұрын
The last dish I always loved as a child. It is still one of my favorite things
@victoriasugent62882 жыл бұрын
Once again, Mindy, all look delicious! Thank you!
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊
@gloriapeel68872 жыл бұрын
Everything looks so good!
@larakomon92162 жыл бұрын
I love your videos. I appreciate your focus on using what you have and buying what is inexpensive and common. I could not imagine trying to factor in every spice or condiment. That would be a headache.
@rhondapelletier30362 жыл бұрын
you. Just love yr videos. You voice is so calming. Merry Christmas 🎄
@kathyharmon20932 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! Ignore the negative people 😂 some people pick apart everything because they’re unhappy and it’s leaking out of them… I’m definitely trying these recipes I’ve just had a reduction in income and massive medical bills to pay off and have to figure out how to cut the few areas I can and groceries is definitely an area with the most flexibility… Thank you for helping us with our budgets! Hope you feel better soon!
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
So sorry to hear that, Kathy, I hope things look up for you soon. I’m glad I can offer some ideas.
@kathyharmon20932 жыл бұрын
@@SeeMindyMom ❤️
@mrippeon55962 жыл бұрын
Yum. Everything looks delicious
@geraldinelucas31432 жыл бұрын
Have you ever used the heavy cream substitute of 2/3 c. milk + 1/3 c. butter. We have been short of heavy cream around here of late.
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
I have not, but thanks for the tip!
@yvonnepalmquist86762 жыл бұрын
Hmmm... I'll have to try this. I rarely buy heavy cream since it's pricey and I don't like to have to use it all up once I have it and I don't like it to go to waste... but I always have both whole milk and butter. It works for coffee, I am sure it would work in other applications.
@michellehogan69872 жыл бұрын
Great recipes, as always! Thank you for another great video
@monicavalentine84722 жыл бұрын
Excited to try honey butter corn
@maryhammond33412 жыл бұрын
Looks delish 😋 I have always been one of those Cooks that I look in my pantry I look in my refrigerator and I create from there. I always have the basics around I think it's so expensive to run out and buy a product. How I plan my meals as I also look at my supermarket ads and of course by most of the stuff on the front cover 😊 I certainly will be trying those recipes they look simple but delicious
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Yep! Great strategies!
@cyndimoss4262 жыл бұрын
I am so looking forward to trying the pasta!
@thatnygirl092 жыл бұрын
Definitely trying the tacos & corn this week!
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy
@EmeryShae2 жыл бұрын
Yum yum yum!
@vcneveroski2 жыл бұрын
I can understand not having some spices if they just moved out on their own, but salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and Italian seasoning are pretty much the 5 basic pantry spices. Those would probably differ if you grew up with or just prefer very ethnic cuisine. I would probably sear my chicken before I would slow cook it which would mean an extra pan to clean but I need it to be browned up or I find it unappealing.
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
I meant to do that with the baked chicken and I just forgot. I filmed the last part of this video with a cold so I wasn’t exactly 100% with it. Lol.
@vcneveroski2 жыл бұрын
@@SeeMindyMom I'm sure it was still delicious, all the things you make look good, even the meals with ingredients I don't particularly like. It's really just a visual issue with me and boiled meat of any kind.
@kitkat-fw3wy2 жыл бұрын
Love all the recipes you share! Do you have casserole or one pot meal ideas using pork chops with rice or potatoes? Sending wishes for a Merry Christmas to you and your family 🎄
@pnkshp52 жыл бұрын
Heck, i even ask for extra sauces and spices on the side in the packets. So lets say im strapped or i forget to buy something ill have tacobell sauce, ketchup, mustard, mayo, salt pepper, soy sauce, parm, red pepper etc.
@jacquiebeattie6492 жыл бұрын
Hi Mindy.. fantastic meals!!! I make the chicken that use in tacos but I add my corn and black beans with the chicken when cooking in the crockpot, we put ours on tacos chip's. I will try your meals for sure. Yummy!!! Merry Christmas Mindy 🤶 🎄
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Jacquie that’s a great way to do it, too!
@kaelynnmartin65212 жыл бұрын
Great ideas! I’d already set chicken thighs out this morning to defrost for dinner. Now which yummy recipe to make?
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
The pasta and the soup were our favorites this week!
@LaurenAdrienne04862 жыл бұрын
Where did you get that pot? I love it?
@TaraannBudgetsandSelf-Care2 жыл бұрын
I'm on a small budget. $100 a week for a family of 6. I have everything (spices etc.) that you use from you kitchen. Most people have those as staples.
@hello-vs4me2 жыл бұрын
Great video thanks love your videos thanks ❤️ 😊
@kathyhanson73372 жыл бұрын
Love your videos
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Kathy!
@robinjones24152 жыл бұрын
All of the meals look great and I am looking forward to trying them The only thing is with the chicken soup I think I would’ve made my brought it would be more of a soup I love soup
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
You can thin it out for sure!
@geets252 жыл бұрын
You are so inspiring!
@hello-vs4me2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video thanks 😊 🙏
@karennicholson77532 жыл бұрын
I will be trying these recipes. Thanks for all of your suggestions. Quick question, what size is your Dutch oven that you use?
@SeeMindyMom2 жыл бұрын
I think it’s 7qt. My sister gave it to me!
@tammifields41422 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video!😋😋
@brendacarhart12002 жыл бұрын
You can also saute with just water
@LifeWithMrsB2 жыл бұрын
Yum! Those tacos looked so good! :)
@CoriennaKulwicki11 ай бұрын
Is mindy big blue pot that she uses a Dutch oven??? I'm trying to find one like that..
@faithwalker51962 жыл бұрын
Lovely meals
@kaitlinkasay43792 жыл бұрын
Mindy, I love your approach to cooking & am really looking forward to your pantry staple video! Have you ever read Cassie Joy Garcia’s Cook Once, Eat All Week? It’s very similar to how you did the video. You can find some of her recipes for free on her blog, Fed & Fit ☺️
@alishajennings20132 жыл бұрын
I made the cheesy chicken pasta tonight and it's amazing 😁