PANTRY TOUR OF MY FOOD STORAGE TO FEED OUR BiG FAMILY 😉🥰

Here is a tour of my pantry, where I store all of the food to make those wonderful dinners that we share with you. I also store all of my canning supplies and food that I have canned from our garden that we have every single summer. This past year was a little rough, but I’m hoping that this year is better because I would like to can way more foods in a different variety of things also.
I’m very thankful for my boys who built the wooden shelves 10 years ago, then my husband is slowly added on and my metal shelf where my husband and Joshua built me just I think maybe a year or two ago. This past summer I built four more of those shelves to put our snacks and more ingredients for a weekly menu. I also had to build a shelf for all of my spices and my overflow of canned goods and then I really love TJ Maxx and Marshalls and I found so many super cool items to build onto my charcuterie boards that we make throughout the year.
And then this last shelf that my son Noah built me to house a lot of my storage containers that have my holiday decorations and then things when my kids were little. I just have a hard time throwing things away and I have so many memories of my kids when they were little that I’m just not ready to get rid of it yet. But it really did give me way more space to add more bands, and to make it more organized.
I think the only thing I need to do is my husband needs to add more lighting for me because it is just so dark down there but I absolutely love so far what we have done. I have one more side to do but I can only do so much, so I’m just taking it a little at a time but it does look great. And I’m very thankful again that my boys take care of this mom and help me out whenever I need something done or something made. Right now my son Noah is making me an old fashion coat rack and he’s making some other things for me to add to the entryway to organize things a little better and open up the spaces so it’s not so cluttered with shoes and coats.
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[@katydid1903]

I get a lot of nasty comments from friends and family when they see my pantry. I keep it well stocked as well and when I use something I replace it. My Grandmother instilled in me the reasons to keep a well stocked pantry and always said a well stocked pantry is like money in the bank. Heather, thank you for giving us a peek at yours ❤️

[@SallyJ2000]

I keep mine well stocked as well. There is nothi g worse than making dinner only to find you dont have something that is normally in the pantry

[@janbaldwin1189]

Why nasty comments?? I would be congratulating you for being so well prepared!!!❤❤

[@cathydecarles7084]

Heather don’t listen to mean People most of us love You. You and Your Husband are wonderful loving People I really enjoy watching You sweet Friend Cathy 🙏🏻✝️☮️🌹🍀💝💜💗🌺💐❤️💙💙🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🌹💗💜💐💐🍀💝❤️💙💙

[@sheba5203]

Don't let them see your food and if it comes down to it, show them out the front door. Just tell them you don't allow negativity in your home. I honestly think they're all jealous cuz they don't have theirs stocked up. Draw the line and stick to it.

[@VickiMcCormick-jf5pe]

I've heard of that saying and really it's kinda true. Why in the world would people give you so much grief over that. That just doesn't make sense. You would think they would become aware of how important it is and should start one of their own. Id be wil!ing to bet if something bad happened and they couldn't get food they would be knocking on your door to be sharing your pantry yoh know the very one they gave you grief over

[@AnaRamirez-zc6ow]

Mama Bell , You have a beautiful pantry! Here's a little tip for you. When you go to dollar tree pick up the little L.E.D puck lights they use batteries so when you need light it's perfect for your pantry shelfs. They also have a sticky side with tape or they have ones with magnets they work great😊👍💥✨️

[@estellaturner4614]

Great idea 😊

[@amyrivers4093]

What a great idea, thanks for sharing.

[@carahowell874]

Good idea!!!!

[@faithclifford5893]

Now that's how you do it....being organized. Amazing. Beautiful canned items. You are so good at this. Thanks for sharing.

[@nanettesilas6062]

All I can say is I love you . I’m a momma of 5 and I was overwhelmed but watching you I know I can do this . I love them so much

[@nicolewatters4062]

You can use those stuffing mixes in meatloaf... instead of other fillers... plus the seasoning Make it taste really good. ❤

[@tashawilcosky5906]

I never thought of that. I'm going to be trying it!

[@courtneyanderson8983]

I've done this for years.. it's the best!

[@brittanyscott-mm5vn]

That's what I use too!! That and a package of onion soup mix. With onions & celery, garlic. So good!

[@victoriakennedy4811]

I like the way you have the pantry laid out, so it is easy to find things and walk around to get different items when you need them.

[@tamaraliscia3408]

What a good pantry! Having both home canned and commercially canned or packaged is a wise idea. I like the containers Heather uses for flours and sugars. Dry stuffing mix can be ground up (food processor) and used for breading. It can also be crushed a bit and used on top of casseroles, in meatloaf or in meatballs. You can make the stuffing mix and use for a savory pie crust. You bought a lot but it will go quickly with your family! Red sauce from home grown tomatoes needs to cook down to thicken. I start ours on the stove and transfer it to the oven for a few hours. The roasted sauce is so good. Sorry ... a slow cooker or instant pot doesn't produce the same result. We always do a pantry/freezer challenge in January and now it's about time to shop again.

[@emmajones6906]

I've just started watching the bells family and I love ❤️ it and it's a highlight of my day ✨️ and such a lovely beautiful family xx

[@lorrainejefferies5692]

Hi heather,my name is lorraine and I come from Somerset England and I absolutely love your channel, I have seven children myself and I know how hard it is to get things right for them, I was watching your pantry video and you were talking about making tomato sauce ,well I love to watch homesteading videos and I think acre homestead is just what u need the lady whose channel it is ,grows all the fresh veg and she cans food and I think it will help you a lot she has lots of great tips for canning especially tomato products hope that helps you and take care Lorraine xxx

[@LEKA271276]

Love Acre Homestead ❤😊

[@AbbyClark910]

So glad I found your channel! I've been building my food pantry for a while, and you have such great ideas! I've actually been out of work the last 2 years due to a work injury. So very glad that I had stocked away food when my injury first happened! Thank you for your ideas!💙

[@johnkelly9451]

Yes, and having a backup is nice if you go to the store and something you wanted is sold out. Especially around holidays and game day. We try to pick a few extras up if on sale at the least.

[@kellywoskett7211]

One less thing for u to stress about.

[@BrendaJBarNett]

I love the stories/memories that many of your items embrace❤

[@northernlightz2959]

For thicker spaghetti sauce: I use tomatoe paste to add richness and thickens, and More of the canned crushed tomatoes in place of the all the tomato sauce (use way less of the sauce). And petite cut canned tomatoes too.

[@tamidelaney45]

I really miss my granny 😢😢She canned everything. Was to little to learn from her But her apple butter was the best. This video makes me want some. Also her jams.❤❤. Thank you for sharing.

[@joycekatende2928]

A quick way to have thick sauce is to skim off the tomatoe juice (and possibly can it) it will save you hours on the stove waiting to steam off the excess liquid...

[@kelleycox258]

U are awesome !!! I just lost my mom a week ago & she would have loved your channel. She loved to cook & always dreamed of having a large pantry. Watching this video was somehow comforting. Thank u for that. Your gentleness & love for your family is beautiful. I will definitely keep watching. 😊

[@angelarothbauer8096]

How precious to have something from your great grandmother I have a hairbrush and mirror set from mine

[@RJB1980]

The canning shelf highlighting the fruits of your labor is super impressive! I've seen other pantry tour videos you've posted and I can see the progress. It looks great! I love how everyone had a part in it.

[@jerir7788]

Your canned potatoes drain them put them in a bowl season and air fry! The best breakfast potatoes you can add bell peppers and onion . They are amazing! I love seeing all your canned goods 😍

[@karamia517]

Looks great! Im super organized too and i also like to sit and admire my work! 😃

[@stacyjohnson7395]

Wow this is amazing organization thanks for sharing🥰🙏🏾

[@1bestfriend2u18]

It's coming along nicely. You and your family enjoy in good health. 👍🏾

[@user-vr9hj1we1u]

I just started watching the bells I love how they all get along with each other

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

My dream pantry.

[@michellemoreno5023]

You know what's good with stuffing, cooking it and just adding pieces of chicken in the stuffing... I love it

[@mommyj6745]

Heather, that cookie jar is precious! I love your storage and cannot wait for your cookbook!

[@karlaruter3221]

Looks well organized and I see you back there Izzy 😂. Have a great weekend.

[@elainegross7513]

We did the same with our wrap around porch! They’re normally filled with sand, but we built it out with concrete, and my husband built me shelves, so not only is it a storm shelter, but an amazing storage room!!! I LOVE mine, and love yours also!

[@christinem.alwaysbelieve]

Great pantry & storage. Happy Weekend 😊

[@catherinewolf8838]

Thank u very nice pantry 😊😊ENJOY EVERYTHING LOL

[@charleneheiland8803]

Oh horrors,your bins don't match !!😂😂 😜😜🥳🥳Mrs Bell,you are amazing +++❤❤❤

[@melissarose6012]

We love canning too! We can do much we filled our pantry and my in-laws pantry. ❤

[@jnchrizz]

This is very beautiful. It's great that you have your own canned goods just in case. I would love to try the canning process, but I live in a small apartment.

[@laquetaworley4791]

❤🙋🏾❣️👏🏾awwwww I love all of you You're so very encouraging to me Yippee yah yay 🌟

[@09bclement]

I'm sure this has been a highly requested video. thank you for sharing !

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

Great pantry. Ypu should be proud! I'm proud for you.

[@Nana2KCASBO]

Ohhhh stuffing!!! I crush mine up to use for my air fried chicken for spices & coating~it’s so good and just crush it up and use for coating, soups, salads it’s endless! Super easy to use your imagination!!!

[@trishthedish2790]

Love this !!What a great pantry!!

[@TheRubyRed87]

Love it, I would definitely be switching to dried beans, cook a large amount of them in the instant pot and then freeze in ziploc bags or tupperware for use later

[@bunnyyoung3232]

Hi from across the pond mama bell! If you dehydrated all your tomato skins not only does the powder give all casseroles ect great flavour but it is also a thickener! Much love to you and all your family 😙💖 xx

[@tdog4240]

I keep my boxed cake mixes, stove top or any other boxed items in small clear tubs. We had one single mouse get in one time. We caught him and no trouble since but I decided put any boxed item in small clear tubs. Nice pantry you have

[@ermabrown1905]

Hello , you are so bless with that pantry❤

[@StarGazer864]

Hey mama bell, Heather. Thanks for showing us your pantry! Ugh I am so jealous its gorgeous my total dream pantry. I love how Lucy love is in everything you do. I love how you talk about your family in such a compassionate way. Ya'll are truely a beautiful family thank you for sharing all that you do of your family and your daily life. I love watching your videos and love your recipes. Ps. The coffee is pronounced like this. Kauai ( ka-why) idk if that helps but when I teach myself to say words I break up the word by how it sounds. ❤ Much love and bless your family from British Columbia Canada.

[@marlies7444]

Love your pantry, but was wondering. You keep bone broth in a different spot from other broth. Also mustard in different spaces. I like to keep all like things close together. And I am pretty sure that the little jar with handle is German mustard. We always have that. Great with sausages. And makes a nice little drinking glass. Also, do you rotate your items? I am always moving old items to the front, and restock in the back.

[@mellisadickerson733]

You are a great mom your storage/pantry look awesome 😎

[@carmelaburrone5029]

Wow..Your Pantry is AMAZING!! 😮

[@mjkay8660]

Just make sure it's all mouse proof! I've heard too many horror stories from mice mayhem..

[@rosemarydoran9907]

To thicken your pasta sauce, try using an imersion blender. It should thicken it up.

[@nicolebezanson731]

Awesome food pantry Heather ❤️🤗

[@stacycadwallader3499]

I grew Jade green bean last year,that I bought at the Amish store. The are the best for canning. I also love Calalima beans they are real skinny and great to make dilly beans with.

[@laurahansen6404]

The german mustard is really good. I reuse the container as a drink glass

[@christinatm]

I use dissolvable canning labels for all my food storage containers 😊 they are the best!

[@amyrivers4093]

I love practical presents.❤

[@teriharman566]

Fantastic pantry. Love your videos

[@janesekillebrew8774]

I made stew not to long ago, in my crockpot. And it seemed to watery. LOL 😆 So I dumped a packet of stovetop dressing in. It not only thickened up, but the flavor and smell was amazing 🤩

[@aprilok440]

Good idea on the stuffing. I need t try that next time I make stew.

[@gingerfreel9643]

Beautiful pantry…

[@michelebadey3883]

BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL🎉🎉

[@brownladybugperry7973]

Love your pantry

[@tracystone2581]

❤❤❤❤ very nice I am getting mine done with the way the world is going we all have to do this 😊😊😊

[@EveGoesTravelling]

Love this!

[@bethgaines2721]

You are amazing!!

[@sugarsnap1000]

Heather, you may have one and I’m unaware, if not, have you thought of building a year around greenhouse, the yield for your family could be great.

[@donnawisner1481]

You should check out Becky at Acre Homestead. She has a huge garden and had a ton of tomatoes this year. She's been experimenting making tomato sauce and marinara sauce. She has a video on it ir a few different ones. She does roast the tomatoes, skins them etc. She is a big canner, freeze dryer, gardener, and has tried different ways to make it perfect. Love your pantry

[@plusimagestv]

Terrific pantry space.

[@karendegeyter2937]

Love this

[@brandiroshia5758]

Love this and man one thing ive never done is can but I want to sooooo bad

[@karenturner7983]

Thanks for sharing.

[@S.Mos72]

Just simmer with no lid.. the tomatoes, the longer you go, the thicker it gets.

[@mariejenkins8971]

I am enjoying your videos. Just a little tip for next summer-zucchini makes great bread & butter pickles.

[@leanewurtz5596]

We have a special strainer when we make our tomato sauce and paste, it comes out really thick, especially when we put the seeds and junk stuff through again, makes in even thicker

[@mabelbessey3434]

The stuffing mix is good for chicken and scuffing casserole. It is also great to make meatloaf with it. I love Stuffing mix.❤

[@neicie64]

Hi Heather, canning should not be stored with the rings on the jars. This is for safety as you can get a false seal, if not cleaned after canning can cause rust.Love your pantry.

[@maryteufel1789]

I wish you could sell some of your canning items especially your jams. I would love to order maybe a gift set of your jams.

[@judygruber3721]

It looks like you keep your rings on the jars you canned. I have always been told to remove the rings once out of the canner. That way, you know if you end up having a seal that didn't quite seal you don't use it. Just a suggestion. I really enjoy all your videos. Keep up the great work!

[@ayronsmama05]

This is correct! I take a piece of cord and tie one ring on the bottom the slip on the rings and place on a hook in my pantry.

[@tracyprice2814]

Follow that 1870’s homestead. Rachel and Todd have some great tomato based products that they make. They also make several condiments as well. Love your pantry.

[@danettecrossley7912]

Since you can go to a butcher and get some beef bones roast them then put in a roaster cover with water cook low for about 48 hours also add onions carrots celery whatever can in pints 20 minutes and have good for you bone broth

[@alliezimmerman1287]

Have a blessed day❤❤❤

[@PurpleReign1401]

Looks great. I wish I could have a basement for food storage and curing. But I live in Florida, and we can't have basements they would just flood all the time.

[@notenoughrope]

To make a thick tomato sauce allow it to reduce slowly on a low simmer, stir occasionally until it suits you!😊

[@kallen868]

I honestly hope you take time for yourself. 💖ya Ma Bell!

[@LisaRM72]

Amazing 😀

[@stacydorland2267]

My late mother-in-law taught me the art of canning one summer. We did peaches & corn relish; both were excellent. I highly recommend the Ball recipe for corn relish; it uses corn on the cob roasted on the grill & finely shredded green cabbage among other fresh ingredients. P.S. Heather, I love your jacket; care to share where you found it? Thanks! ❤

[@lisajohnson4190]

Only thing I wish my grandma showed me was canning. She did teach me how to put up corn, butter beans and tomatoes in the freezer. I miss her so much ❤

[@user-gd1ql3ct6v]

Love shelves

[@darrenreid412]

Hi love your channel you are wn amazing mom ❤watching From the uk ❤❤❤

[@user-vr9hj1we1u]

Hi Heather I love watching your videos

[@bholloway7923]

After you cook your tomatoes until they are very soft, you need to use a mill and press the tomatoes through it leaving behind the skin and seeds. Put the sauce back into your pot and cook it down until it is reduced by about half. At this point you will can or freeze the sauce in quart amounts. When you want to make spaghetti sauce, add your seasoning to the tomato sauce and cook it until your desired thickness.

[@rmlrl1971]

To thicken your sauce, add tomato paste. I also suggest adding some sugar to your sauce to cut the acidity. I was looking to see if you had an e-mail, to send you a sauce recipe.

[@theresaporto9752]

Impressive pantry... Heather the next time you need to buy coffee look for the flavor Highlander Grog. Its delish... We like to drink it with Swet cream creamer.

[@Linda-in9ns]

Nice job there! 👍😀

[@teritempel4774]

Stuffing packages is really good in meatloaf

[@frankiesmom7703]

Heather, you are amazing! Who taught you how to can all these things? I had no idea you could can potatoes, bone broth, and many other things you named off. Maybe, if possible, you could do a video on how to can things. I would watch it! Thanks for the tour!

[@laurawines2943]

To help with your parchment paper, you should tear off what you need and then crumble it into a ball. When you open it back up, it will lay in the pan without popping up. A big roll is cheaper than the sheets even though the sheets are more convenient

[@Mamabear2623]

My other in-laws adds sugar to take the acidity away and adds some tomato paste and parmesan cheese to help thicken the sauce ❤️ also! I love your channel and your family such a beautiful family with beautiful kind hearts! ❤️

[@livingweirdestherc6644]

Awesome pantry

[@lindabader-acosta7808]

You can use the stuffing in meatloaf instead of bread crumbs or oats. The seasonings in it gives an extra flavor too. You can also do stuffed chicken or pork chops.

[@nancyanne1402]

I make turkey meatballs and meatloaf and burgers most often. I put stuffing in all of them. My fave way to add it is put it in my bowl, add water til it’s ALL moist then add the ground turkey. Keeps me from scratching up my hands on the dry stuffing too. Hubs didn’t care for it the first time but the second time on, he prefers ground turkey over beef loaf and burgers.

[@shonamckenzie7124]

I love your canned goods

[@ConnieStone-vr9rj]

You can use cornstarch or arrowroot powder for thickening. Some people dehydrate the tomatoe skins and use then for thickening.

[@bholloway7923]

As for making tomato paste, just cook your plain (with just the salt you added per canning instructions) tomato sauce down until it is very thick and a spoon can stand straight up in it. It takes a long time!

[@juliewilson1396]

Hi. New subscriber from Traverse City! Use some of your extra stuffing as a binder in meatloaf maybe? Might be good, especially if you use a mix of ground pork and turkey.

[@shabbyshopper]

Tomato paste - after cooking down you spread it into a jelly roll pan or large glass pans and bake in the oven on low for a few hours till all the moisture cooks out. Stir on occasion. You can do the same for sauce to thicken.

[@estellaturner4614]

It's really very nice 😊

[@chriskryzak604]

Try the stuffing mix to make stuffed mushrooms. Add some cheese or other cut up veggies with the mix