PREPARING FOODS FOR HEALTHY MEALS - EASY MEAL ASSEMBLY - LIFE IS GOOD!!

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FOOD PLAN FOR WOMEN (FOR REDUCING):
Breakfast:
1 Protein
1 Grain
1 Fruit
Lunch:
1 Protein
1 Vegetable
1 Fat
Dinner:
1 Protein
1 Vegetable
1 Grain
1 Fat
Protein:
4 oz. meat/poultry/fish
2 eggs
2 oz. hard cheese
4 oz. cottage cheese (plain)
8 oz. yogurt (plain, no added sugar)
2 oz. nuts/seeds/nut butters (no sugar)
6 oz. beans (legumes)
4 oz. hummus
2 veggie burgers
1/2 pkg. tofu
Grain:
4 oz. cooked rice, potato, quinoa (or any cooked whole grain)
4 oz. corn or peas
4 oz. winter squashes
2 oz. oatmeal or oat bran (weighed dry, before preparing with water)
3 rice cakes
Fruit:
1 piece of fruit (apple, orange, banana, peach, etc.)
6 oz. loose or diced fruit (berries, grapes, cantaloupe, watermelon, fruit salad, etc.)
2 oz. dried fruit (raisins, dates, apricots, etc.)
Vegetables:
16 oz. cooked or raw or a combination of both
including summers squashes
including avocado and olives, used sparingly
Fat:
1 Tablespoon oil (olive oil, canola oil, safflower oil, vegetable oil, coconut oil, etc.) (any oil)
1 Tablespoon butter or margarine (no sugar in ingredients)
Condiments (with meals):
free to use mustard, vinegar, spices, lemon/lime, cinnamon, pam spray, herbs, soy sauce, fat free broth or stock (unless you find yourself abusing any of these foods)
Avoid:
flour
alcohol
sugar, artificial sweeteners, all sweeteners
see this article for all ingredients that are sugar:
Secret Sugars: The 56 Different Names for Sugar
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[@dotsonms]

You're giving so much grace, bless you ❤ it's none of our business, I know we all have our opinions on the matter, but you are a rock star! Just know you're giving this 51 yr old single lady living alone with no family encouragement!

[@kimkerley4218]

That’s me but 59 yrs old 😊

[@dotsonms]

@@kimkerley4218 let's be friends!

[@amazonredhead_68]

Yum... Thank you for sharing. I have some great ideas on recipes from watching you. 😊

[@fromamyscloset]

💯

[@amywarnock2325]

I am with you I will be 50 next November and I am already getting prepared on what to put in a van! She is sooo spunky...#Meet Lulu one day! ;)))

[@bonnie_stuff]

Lulu's parenting of adult children is priceless! I take it to heart!

[@kathytorrington9164]

Lulu listens for the question mark And then she knows to talk. She's aware that it's important To let her children walk their walk!

[@LulusWay64]

you are amazing!!!

[@MDWascom40]

I’m way too logical and have missed out on many memories “cause I needed to be responsible” blah, blah, blah… I love your daughter lives for the moment and grabs onto opportunities for experiences. She has her mothers zeal. You taught her well Lulu.

[@terrimelgoza4424]

You like having a friend that shares a positive way of living! Thanks so much! ❤

[@LulusWay64]

thanks for your sweet note, Terri!! I do feel a virtual friendship with my viewers!! 💕

[@cc-camper-lady]

Thank you for your videos Lu Lu. You do so well in front of the camera and make us feel like you're talking to us in the room. Bless you! 🥬🥒🥕🫑

[@LulusWay64]

so happy you enjoyed the video!! 😊

[@brendahone2509]

I loved how you ended this with all your lovely meals. Its so nice to have the food prepared ahead. I still love the sweet potato with cinnamon on it. I don't miss the brown sugar that I used to put on. I am now up to 7000 steps a day after my laid up leg issue and now have lost 27 pounds. I am in the 150s. Have not been there for many years. Thanks and good blessings to you.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Brenda!! you are doing GREAT!! look at you making changes and feeling better!! you are making choices that are serving you well, YAY!! 💕

[@MaryLDodd]

Thank you for showing how you prep your meals. I didn’t get the weight of the sausage you put in. Would have liked to know total weight of the meal. Keep up the good work!

[@LulusWay64]

in the description box of the video is a copy of the suggested food plan, check it out!!!

[@chastity5401]

Your truly an inspiration to so many from so many age groups it seems! I’m 50 and have learned a lot from you. I know these few simple words don’t seem like enough, but my sincere gratitude to you for sharing your wealth of knowledge with us! Your a blessing!!

[@StaceyMMoran]

Yes she is a true blessing

[@LulusWay64]

hello Chastity!! thank you for such a beautiful note, you made my day. so happy to know you feel inspired and are learning things that will serve you well!! Lulu ❤️

[@jodicaraccio6529]

I started watching your camping videos and now I am watching your cooking videos! I have an Instant Pot, a Berkey and even the same glass Pyrex dishes as you. Now if I can learn to work all of these veggies into my diet! Thank you for teaching us all of your tricks!

[@bonriver9420]

Thank you so much for showing us how you prep your food. I have never tried delicata squash before and now I really want to try it. You did a wonderful job of explaining how you cook the different vegetables in your pressure cooker. I have never used one before. Loved the filming in the grocery store too. Please make more of these prep videos. You are really inspiring us to eat healthy. I thought that I ate pretty healthy but you have given me so many more ideas. Absolutely loved this video. Hope your daughter enjoys her trip to the ocean.

[@LulusWay64]

hey Bon!! I will do more videos like this in the future. I will just work with different veggies and different grains/starches, until I've cooked every veggie I eat!! haha

[@user-rq1pj2xx1l]

@@LulusWay64 My InstantPot would not let me choose 1 minute. My broccoli was mush. My carrots were fully cooked. What am I doing wrong? Do I just have to sit there until one minute goes by? The lowest time it will let me choose is 18 minutes.

[@LulusWay64]

put the cover on, press "pressure cooker", then the numbers will come up on the screen, use the "+" and "-" keys to change the time on the display, for carrots, one minute, for most other veggies, zero minutes. let me know if you have any other questions!! Lulu 😊

[@karatulanko4613]

Thank you so much for this video!! ❤❤ I am trying to eat healthier as I'm preparing my van to go out on the road for the FIRST time this Spring!! I'm 60 years old and have not eaten healthy my entire life - time to make some changes. This video really really helped me learn how to cook/prep veggies!!! I love it!! I hum your song all the time to myself and dance around my garage as I'm preparing my van. I would hope to meet you on the road someday. Until then, I'll enjoy "seeing" you in your videos - you are a true inspiration!!!

[@LulusWay64]

so happy to hear, Kara, that you want to serve yourself well and eat more healthy, time to take better care of YOU!! enjoy your van and my song, that makes me smile!! 😊

[@user-ex9xf8sx9w]

@@karatulanko4613 never is late to get a healthy life and cool 😎 🙌 😁🫡 because, you will be driving on better conditions!. All that Lulú said on her video about weight is a big example how a person could lose many of pounds and keep on good shape. Of course we are not trying to be barbies but to be healthy is #1. Bye 💜 💜 💜.

[@Nicole-fj3pt]

Hello friend😊. I am a mother of two men and I desperately need to learn to listen for the question mark so I don't get on their nerves so much 😂. It's so hard.

[@LulusWay64]

yup, it's hard . . . takes practice!

[@emilydelgado4312]

I think this is the 10th time I have watched this to remember times! This has been your best meal prep for us ever!

[@sharonbaker2775]

Oh my. After watching just two of your videos, I’m hooked. I’m going out to get an insta-pot today. Watching your food prep helps me see what I can do to make meal planning easier. Thank you for your great presentation.

[@katherinefein3261]

Hey Lulu, I have heard of Swiss Chard, but never cooked it or even ate it, until watching this. I bought some, and when cleaning, I noticed how pretty it was, I cooked it and fell in love with my new favorite vegetable!! Thank you for introducing this to me. An Idea - maybe have a series on a new vegetable of the week? How to store it, how to cook it ......

[@debicrites1265]

I just discovered your channel today. I am 67 and struggling with weight gain. You have truly motivated me. I'm on vacation but I'm looking forward to getting home and starting my journey. All your meals look delicious. Thank you again for your channel 😊

[@LulusWay64]

hi Debi!! life is just too hard to spend it not only overweight, but to spend it struggling. I have countless videos on my channel of me preparing meals. stay motivated, Debi!! enjoy the rest of your vacation!! I'm glad you discovered my channel, happy you are here!! Lulu 😊

[@CampMymy]

I slice up sweet potatoes in quarters and put them on a rack in my pressure cooker and they turn out great! Thank you for this video I learned a lot!

[@gabriellechilton5902]

I like that Lu….wait for the question mark.☝🏽????????

[@jacquelinemundt4688]

Hi Miss Lulu I like the way you handle your relationship with your daughter, I’m learning from you😂I have to learn just to let it be. I enjoy watching you prepping your delicious food. Tomorrow is my grocery day I’m going to copy you I’m going to do what you have done today. Thank You for showing me how to cook my vegetables in lulu’s way.

[@LulusWay64]

hello Jacqueline!! so happy to hear from you!! happy food prepping!! 🥬🥦

[@PrplAngl]

As long as we have the basics we're good 👍 if there is something beyond the basics we are blessed & grateful 🥰

[@wanderingoutyonder]

Eating healthy on the go is always a top priority for us in the van! Looks like a tasty dish! “Keep making memories & adventure on!” ~Karen & Shannon WOY

[@Abc123gal]

😂 I need to remember to listen for a question mark! I learned a lot about cooking the different 🥦🥬🥬🥦🥕🥕

[@stellapayne9819]

Same

[@leonaowen9234]

Tickles me how when you are a mother of even GROWN children it is just natural to want to (not need to) lets say advise your children. LUV

[@carolrasnic2260]

I wish I knew you in person. You re awesome! Seems like very positive and your approach to life is uplifting. I’m enjoy your videos.💕❤️

[@LulusWay64]

hi Carol!! thanks for such a sweet note!! I'm so happy you are enjoying my videos!! thanks for writing!! Lulu 🥬😊

[@denicedogan5687]

Hi LuLu Your timing was perfect My pressure cooker arrived today Tomorrow I get my veggies and follow this video again as I prepare my veggie feast👍❤️ Video was so helpful and not overwhelming Thank you SO MUCH!

[@LulusWay64]

hi Denice!!! yay, you're pressure cooker arrived!!! have fun, it's a learning curve but you'll get used to it!! so happy you enjoyed the video and found it helpful!! thanks for writing!! 😊

[@maryellenabrams2075]

I’ve been assembling meals for about 3 years now. What a difference. It’s a game changer regarding meals. I find a lot of people don’t cook this way and meal times are stressful and not fun. When I started this method my family sat at the table and looked at me waiting for their plate. I instructed them it was buffet style. Make your own plate. Took a bit but they are used to my method now and it’s great always having cooked heathy meals ready to assemble. BTW- I’m a Japanese sweet potato lover now. ❤

[@LulusWay64]

hello Maryellen!! so you understand the food assembly!! it's a terrific system, I love it!! glad you are enjoying the sweet potatoes, I LOVE THEM!! 😊

[@OssoLily-ix5vz]

I’m a southern gal, believe it or not I started food prepping 5 or so years ago, wish I’d done this many many moons ago. It makes my live so much easier. We’re never too late to learn new things. ….great vid LuLu. Btw I’m new here. Age 70. 😊

[@LulusWay64]

welcome Lily!!! I'm so glad you are here!! thanks for writing!! Lulu 😊

[@user-js4xl9nv8r]

You know, LuLu, I never thought I could not only sit through a shopping spree but, follow you through your organized prep work with just two mini kitchen appliances but, listening to you brings so much enjoyment. I feel like I am in your kitchen, keeping you company. You really get so much done, in advance, to get all your fixings ready for several meals. You are so disciplined with the foods you choose to eat, it is downright amazing. Now I know why you are so full of energy, positivity and joy. I feel guilty, though, about being lazy about what I could do for myself. My MIL's steamer pot is what I use for veg because the pressure cooker looks intimidating! I, too, prefer my toaster oven and use it daily. The big oven takes too long to heat up and wastes energy. Thanks for letting us watch. Best wishes, Heather Ontario, 🇨🇦

[@LulusWay64]

I agree, the big oven is a waste of energy, love my toaster oven, miss it when I'm on the road!! 😊

[@Maryisthegoldengirl]

Lulu THANK you! I’ve had an instapot for two years and did not know how to use it. I am so eager to use your food prep ideas. I have a feeling a body sunami is coming my way!!

[@LulusWay64]

haha!!

[@CommonSenseIsAVirtue]

Beautiful video, I just came across this one. You make all these simple foods look beautiful and amazing! Love your photos and Im so glad I came across this video. I'm going to start meal prepping all these beautiful , nutritional foods hopefully losing my weight. Thank you for taking the time to do this. Enjoyed it very much, Lulu. God bless you!

[@jp008]

Great video! I’ve always been intimidated by pressure cookers but you’ve turn me around. I put a pressure cooker on my Amazon wish list.

[@LulusWay64]

you'll love it, Julie!! 😊

[@cathysunshine4445]

Lulu I love these cooking shows you do. Thank you. God bless.

[@patriciafay-magiera1304]

This was just the cooking video I needed, Lu Lu. You taught me just how to prepare delicious food AHEAD of time. I hate to prepare for just one meal three times, mostly just two times, a day. My health has suffered under my erratic eating habits. Now, I have a guideline to go forward in a better way! I have an Instant Pot, gifted to me but completely unused. I will start there and I intend to buy the toaster oven you have. P. G. and E. in CA disconnected my gas-leaking stove about three years ago! Thank you so very much! God bless you! Patricia

[@LulusWay64]

hi Patricia!! so happy you learned from this video and will put to good use the meal prep!! it will serve you well!! thanks for writing!! Lulu 🥬

[@donnad5986]

Lu Lu, I loved this video so much, I watched it at Least 4 times.!! Loved the way you videotaped in the grocery store and watching you process and cook was interesting. Even at my age, 64, I am still interested in how people prepare/cook their food. Never too old to learn new tricks & tips.!! 💖💖💖

[@LulusWay64]

hi Donna!!! I'm so happy you enjoyed the video so much!!! I'm 64 too and I am always interested in how people do things!! it's fascinating!!! I'm glad you're here! Lulu 😊

[@jennymwitcher]

I need to start food prepping. You're right about planning to fail by failing to plan. I watch you for inspiration, and always feel inspired. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@LulusWay64]

hello!! so happy you watch me to get inspired!! stay inspired! 😊

[@thewayofthewitch]

This is so good! Like being in the kitchen with my fav cousin…learning all her tips and tricks for a Whole Foods meal prep. LOVE! Thank you so much!

[@thewayofthewitch]

PS I love roasted delicata squash🎉🎉🎉

[@mariatoya1510]

Hi Lulu, looking delightfully wonderful! If you wrap the sweet potatoes in parchment paper, in the oven they cook much faster, you can also wrap the potatoes and put them in with the broccoli or carrots😊 to steam.

[@carolr9259]

Not sure or not but did you mean to say foil paper? Cuz the wax would melt on your food in the oven using wax paper.

[@mariatoya1510]

@@carolr9259 lol, I'm sorry. I meant to say parchment paper. I once worked at Wendy's, that's how they wrapped there baked potatoes to steam.

[@carolr9259]

No need to be sorry lol. I know the auto correct does that sometimes. Good to know on the parchment paper tho, I never knew that. Thank you! I love Wendy's baked potatoes.

[@CopingwithGrattitude]

Be easier clean up too. Love the “cooling station”.😂

[@sophianichole]

This is gold advise. Listening for the question Mark. If no one ask for your opinion you don’t need to insert yourself in your grown Childrens business. I have 4 my oldest will be 16. I will take this advice.

[@joycelane2693]

Thank you so much for this video. I have an auto immune disease and I have been struggling with how to eat healthy and not be cooking all the time. So I don’t have flareups as much For about a year now I either just didn’t eat until I got weak or I ate junk and lots of sweets because I just just was so hungry I just had to eat something anything. Ihaven’t been able to figure out how to 58:00 eat healthy without all the work. Your video has shown me how to put it all together and I am so excited to start cooking and eating this way. I have been camping in my camper van all summer while I downsize my house and storage unit. My goal is to finally be able to have time to travel and to some meet ups with other solo senior women and to have the energy and health to enjoy it all. I have been watching your videos for months now as soon as a new one pops up I just have to stop and watch it. Love love love your videos

[@LulusWay64]

hello Joyce!! I'm so happy to know you enjoyed this video!! the ideas here will serve you well and you will feel better and enjoy those years to come with meetups and fun times traveling with other senior women!! thanks so much for writing!! Lulu 🥬

[@sundoesshine8583]

So it looks like the way you are cooking is the way chef's prepare food or at least I've noticed there are several videos called "meal prep like a chef" that look much like your style. There you go. You're a chef!

[@mdecicco8706]

Lulu you are a riot! thanks for sharing 🥳

[@jewelpotter6221]

Lulu, i think you should write a book. With your recipes, food prep, how you eat, and your van travels! ❤ love following you!!!

[@LulusWay64]

I guess my channel is like a video book!! 😊

[@debrasill3678]

Hi Lulu, your so good at making salads, with unique vegetables, and variety..looks very healthy! Ps.that music you inserted while grocery shopping was nice, it made me feel like I was on a tropical island 😃

[@dparks3784]

Excellent ideas for simple healthy cooking.

[@janetpayne4684]

Hi Lulu! That was a great haul&I just love all the fresh veggies you got what a great haul,I love love love baked sweet potatoes&doing stir frys with my bok choy,carrots&I eat the delicata sqash as a side dish with meats&of course the swiss chard,brocolli&baby arugula are always great salad pleasers&you did great with the camera!Thanks for caring us along&enjoy your healthy meal😊!

[@LulusWay64]

nothing like a big pile of gorgeous produce, so naturally beautiful and colorful, and so nourishing!! 😊

[@deborahhackley8760]

You've made my day! Love you LiLu! God bless!

[@aryprice2621]

Lulu thank you so much for teaching us how to make eating healthy a whole lot easier. When it comes to putting healthy foods together I don't have a clue what to do. You have taught me not only how to do it but you make everything look delicious even for picky people. 😊

[@LulusWay64]

hello Ary!! I'm glad you learned a lot from this video. perhaps you can do some prep cooking of your own and reach for these healthy yummy options when it's time to have a meal!! thanks for writing!! Lulu ❤️

[@fromamyscloset]

LuLu Just Fabulous! and you added one of my favorites "If You Fail to Plan You Plan to Fail" Love You xoxo

[@LulusWay64]

hi Amy!! so glad you enjoyed the video!! thanks for writing!! ❤️

[@cherylreiter2107]

One of my favorite videos. This is how I eat! Except no meat. Love watching the process from beginning to end! Thanks!

[@marthahill1919]

Lulu, your way of approaching life is awesome. All the vegetables look great. Love your videos. From the bootheel of Missouri ❤

[@LulusWay64]

hello Martha!! so happy to know you enjoy my videos so much! that makes me happy!! 😊

[@gloria5873]

Thank you Lulu for putting out another great video. I love your style and the way you do everything, now I'm going to fix my food the way you do and eat it! 👍 😊 ❤

[@LulusWay64]

hi Gloria!! to happy you enjoyed my video!! go fix that healthy food, eat it, and feel GREAT!!! YAY YOU!! 😊

[@susandixon3970]

Sometimes I shred the broccoli stem up and use it like a slaw with oil, salt, pepper, and other veggies. It is so good.

[@LulusWay64]

oh yes, never throw those stems away!! 🥦

[@Gail-gf7km]

Squash and pumpkin seeds are delish if you roast them with a little olive oil and salt. Nutrient dense as well.

[@barbarashirland9078]

I appreciate that you modeled shopping and prepping for us. Thanks!

[@dubaisilkroute1882]

I stumbled upon this Lulu's Way yesterday, now I am binge-watching the videos, and enjoying every minute. I am learning so much too! Keep up the good work Lulu.

[@janetgarlikov1582]

I just love that you make it fun and not complicated….thank YOU !

[@LookinUp777]

I just loved, loved, loved this video! I ordered a pressure cooker a few months ago. I have been cooking in it. I'm 68 and never used a Pressure Cooker. I was afraid of it exploding. Lol But not anymore ! I've watched you cook up a storm with yours. Lol I've never had Swiss Chard and I am so excited to try it! Also the Delicata Squash. Yum Going to find me some tomorrow! I've looked everywhere for White Sweet Potatoes but can't find them so I just buy me regular sweet potatoes. Last week 🎉I ordered my Toaster Oven off Amazon just like yours! I can't wait to make my rice in it! I've been baking it in my big oven but it does not look as good as yours so I got me my toaster oven. I never had one of those before either. Lol so excited! You are such a inspiration to me. Thank you Lulu! You are awesome!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@LulusWay64]

hello Joy!!! I'm so happy you enjoyed this video so much!! have fun with your pressure cooker and toaster oven, get some wonderful things prepared for yourself, it will serve you well!! stay inspired!! Lulu 🥬

[@shess1640]

those plastic produce bags are enormous. You are slaying it Lulu. I love that you are constantly looking for better ways!

[@CindyCaVANas]

LuLu! I loved this segment! Thank you for sharing in detail. Great grocery clip too! 😊🙋‍♀

[@LulusWay64]

so glad you enjoyed it, Cindy!! 😊🥬

[@karenebarker9244]

This was a very helpful video, especially the timing of veggies in the pressure cooker. I tend to overcook mine. Now, I won't!

[@LulusWay64]

overcooked veggies are not very delish!! hopefully this zero minute, quick release, way works for you!!!

[@roseannedickson4787]

Beautifully done Lulu!

[@suzannedarling7214]

I Love the “listen with a question mark” comment! Invaluable advice for those of us parenting adult children… the timing of me finding your channel was no coincidence. I’m binge watching and relating on many levels! Thank you for sharing!

[@LulusWay64]

hi Suzanne!! glad you are enjoying my videos, happy to hear that!! Lulu ❤️

[@videorockson1]

I am amazed at how organized you are! I am going to try this as I have ways of cooking like you have! So nutritious!

[@Amy-uk4km]

Love how you say peeler, “peel-AHHH”… so cute. Great video👍

[@LulusWay64]

that's my Boston accent!! LOL

[@saudigold50]

Dynamite meal prep. I really enjoy your style, habits, personality and lovely spirit ✌🏼

[@LulusWay64]

thanks for your kind words! 😊

[@Sylvestra1745]

I hate how so many American 'cookery' videos use cans, packets and all sorts of processed foods. I love how you use REAL, fresh food. Thank you

[@belladuncan9985]

Such great guidance-listen for the question mark. I’m adopting that. Thanks!!

[@giselleplantbasedvegan9174]

Hi Lu Lu, great video🌟I also enjoy doing food prep but don’t usually have the variety you do. I typically have a variety of potatoes cooked and at least 2 greens, then I add anything extra which may be prepared tofu, or I’ll cook a red lentil flat bread, or even a Pizza and I’ll load it up with whatever greens I have, but usually with raw spinach. I’ve never cooked bok Chou, but I do love water cress and Swiss chard. I need to add a bit more variety to my staples of broccoli, green beans, spinach, cabbage, carrots, potatoes - all varieties, tomatoes and onions - red and yellow , and greens for a salad. 🌟My last grocery hall my shopping cart was filled to the rim and it will last me a couple to 3 weeks and I spent $175. My monthly food budget is usually $200-$250. I do put some frozen kale and spinach in the freezer for the last few days when I run out of fresh veggies, as well as cans of chickpeas, other beans and tomatoes. Glad you’re enjoying your home away from home. I’m in Southern California in the foothills of the San Gabriel mountains at 4,000’ and the weather has been in the high 70’s to low and mid 80’s. It’s been gorgeous. After getting 4.5” of rain in 24 hours from tropical storm Hilary (crazy), the next day was in the 60’s like a beautiful fall day. Thankfully, the ground did well and soaked it all up wonderfully with a few puddles here and there that dissipated by mid morning. I know other areas were hit a lot harder and my heart goes out to them and wish them all the best. Prayers for Lahaina 🙏her people, land, and animals ♥️

[@LulusWay64]

hi Giselle!! so happy you enjoyed my video!! your grocery haul sounds amazing!!! thankful you were lightly affected by the storm. thanks for writing!! 😊

[@giselleplantbasedvegan9174]

@@LulusWay64 Thank you, LuLu

[@tinawilliams7888]

Hi, Giselle! Fellow so cal gal here (high desert/Leona Valley)! Have you been able to find the Japanese sweet potato at any grocery store? TYIA.

[@esmeralditaluciano6032]

I thoroughly enjoyed the time with You today Lulu. All of it. From the shopping to the meal prep and the cooking. You are an inspiration. I have to say; I’ve never eaten bok choy, but as soon as I get to the store I’m going to get some and try it. Actually I’m going to try your way of eating starting next week( that’s when I’ll go back shopping) why not? I love everything you cook, especially the white sweet potatoes. I know that by eating that way I’ll get healthier. Thank you Lulu!! Looking forward to your next video. God Bless you🙏🏼🤗

[@LulusWay64]

hello!! so happy you enjoyed the video!!! give this way of eating a try!! it will serve you well, I'm confident of that!! Lulu 🥬

[@beeARTcanada]

The light coming into your new kitchen is just beautiful. Happy space. Thank you for all the references above. They are great.

[@murialpack5350]

Awesome video! Thanks for all the cooking tips…which appliance, temperature and time. That was so helpful! And you made it fun too 😁

[@LulusWay64]

so glad you enjoyed it, Murial!! 😊

[@kimkerley4218]

Hi Lulu, please show us what you cook for breakfast too. I love this. I need to eat healthy. I’ve been trying but I still need healing so I have a ways to go. 😊❤😊

[@LulusWay64]

here are a couple of videos I have on typical breakfasts I enjoy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqXPi5qDn52CbNUsi=pTG-sJchWyTGHWjO kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4KpiqiBqt6Yp6Msi=5I19CLn95BFf0XsA kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6m3aKKAiKaWjtUsi=9rzoAlRpGouweovZ

[@TSunshineful]

Do you still use your trampoline? I bought one after seeing your video. Now I need a video of what you do,lol……p l e a s e!

[@margaretmacculloch5332]

You really smiled when you saw your white sweet potatos. We dont have the white ones in Nova Scotia...

[@jendesign5537]

I love your mind set, “ I always say listen for the question mark, did anyone ask you? “ I’m going to copy that! Love it! It will excuse me from a lot of mom worrying I do & I can just take care of me and let my kids do their own thing and learn from their own decisions! Ty for that. Great video, cute house enjoy your time there. I’m learning how to be by myself and just enjoy it & more importantly take better care of me from watching your amazing videos, Ty girl!

[@LulusWay64]

yeah, I just stopped worrying about my adult kids. it began to make no sense. it created disturbing thoughts and, as they say, you are what you think!! and it disturbed them. so I just checked out, done, finished. everything will just be what it's going to be, despite me!!!!

[@marilyn2195]

You make healthy cooking so easy-looks delish!! I’m excited to give my Instant Pot & toaster oven a workout w/some veg I haven’t cooked this way before. Thanks Lulu!!

[@LulusWay64]

yay!! go for it, enjoy that workout with your kitchen appliances!! it will serve you well!! 🥬

[@kathleenneufeld4622]

The food photos are beautiful . You inspire Mr to try to eat better ! Thanks for being you ! God bless

[@LulusWay64]

hi Kathleen! thanks for writing, and stay inspired!!! Lulu 🥬

[@robinhart1390]

That’s a great attitude, Lulu! It’s not easy, but once you get used to not giving people your opinion, it frees you! I just haven’t mastered it when it comes to my 85-year-old mother. But we’re going on a drive today to visit a friend so I will practice being aware of weather it’s a question or not.❤

[@LulusWay64]

hi Robin!! so, was mom asking questions on the drive? ❤️

[@dianecather4803]

Dear Lulu, Thanks so much for the inspirational video! My wonderful son-in-law gave me Ninja cooker that I've definitely underutilized. I can't wait to try your style of cooking with this appliance. You light up my life and always put many smiles on my face. 💞

[@LulusWay64]

hi Diane!! get that Ninja cooker cranking!!! YAY!! so happy you enjoy my videos and that they light you up and make you smile!! YAY!! 😊

[@tinawilliams7888]

If you’re like me, you’ll fall in love with that Ninja multi-cooker FAST! I’m thankful to Lulu for telling us the PC times and pressure release info!

[@betsylt]

You are so inspiring! I have a CSA share so once a week I get a big load of vegetables. I struggle to use them sometimes before they go bad. So you inspired me to chop and cook everything so all I have to do is mix whatever I want together. And I did all this while I was on hold dealing with a problem. I had to make five phone calls to get it straightened out and I was on hold for more than a half an hour but I got all my veggies cooked!

[@LulusWay64]

yay Betsy!! getting that cooking done while on hold, brilliant!!! you'll find just having everything cooked, you'll just throw together meals so much more simply!! ENJOY!! 💕

[@mickeyjones2874]

I love your videos. You're videos are so easy to love! You inspire me to get out there and enjoy life. I pretty much eat like you do but I'm gonna try your meal plan that I saw on another video!

[@LulusWay64]

hi Mickey! I'm so happy you enjoy my videos so much!! stay inspired!! 😊

[@corngirl101]

I really appreciate that you explain every step of everything. It gives me courage to do it myself, including using the pressure cooker that Ive never used. TYSM

[@LulusWay64]

hi Jenny!! so happy to hear that you found the courage it do it yourself!! it's easy once you get used to it and get in the groove!!! enjoy the process!! thanks for writing!! Lulu 😊

[@pammatiti]

Love it. You just reminded me, I have a pressure cooker( Its a big one like yours) .upstairs packed away ( my son and I moved last summer to here and theres still more unpacking to do.) I should/could be using for all my veggies and or meats but I've been using my slow cooker. Potatoes and sweet potatoes cook up quite well in the slow cooker. I bought a gigantic butternut squash, parsnips, beets I need to cook up. Lol. I love all the veggies you chose, especially bok choy and rainbow swiss chard. Thanks for sharing all of this, always a delight to view your video's.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Pam!! so happy you enjoyed my videos!! thanks for writing and enjoy your pressure cooker!! Lulu 🥬

[@GirlOfZion]

Looks delish! You always make me feel happy when I watch your videos. Happiness is truly an inside manifestation.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Debra!! how happy it makes me to know that my videos make you feel happy! thanks so much for writing!! Lulu 💕

[@MissLilasTeaRoom]

THANK YOU for showing me how to use my new Insta Pot! I've had it awile but never used it! Love Ya. Lila

[@donnabruyere6793]

Very inspirational video for those of us struggling to eat healthier and eat more veggies. I love the batch cooking idea!!! Treating myself to a pressure cooker as soon as I see a good sale. Thank you Lulu. ❤❤❤

[@LulusWay64]

hi Donna!! everything I made can easily be made on the stovetop with a steamer basket!! thanks for writing and stay inspired! Lulu 😊

[@emilydelgado4312]

Please! More meal prep!

[@beccogiallo]

This was very useful, particularly finding out the correct cooking times for the IP. I immediately went and made myself carrots, then a head of cauliflower. If I had something else on hand besides bitter chicory greens, which need cleaning, I would throw those in now!

[@LulusWay64]

hello Anna!!! most veggies are zero minutes in the IP. carrots 1 minute. it's really a great way to get those veggies cooked, easy breezy!!! glad you are enjoying it!! Lulu 💕

[@janemichael9433]

So interesting Lulu!! Thank you. Every time I watch you I wonder if I could do something similar for my own self. I’m still pondering it all. I so appreciate your input.

[@brendahone2509]

You can do this. I have lost 27 pounds since April. I am doing Lulu's way but now its Brenda's way because I do rice cakes with nut butter once a week, and bacon and eggs with cauliflower in the mornings. You just need to want to change. I am 67.

[@janemichael9433]

@@brendahone2509 Thanks for the encouragement. I need to just start. 😊

[@brendahone2509]

Your welcome. I was just so ready for a change. I feel so much better and my husband who is a diabetic, his numbers are way down. He has a very happy Doctor. Good luck!@@janemichael9433

[@tinawilliams7888]

I also “pondered” a bit. Incorporating slowly. You’ll be glad you did, I believe, faster than you expect. Go for it!

[@Marilyn7733]

Hi Lulu. I just found your videos and have been bingeing. I too love to batch cook and eat very similar to you except I’m whole food plant based (no meat, dairy and only minimally processed food). Love your pleasant, upbeat personality. I’ll be watching! 🤗

[@LulusWay64]

hi Marilyn!! I'm so glad you found my videos and are enjoying them!! thanks for writing!! 😊

[@venessa1682]

Lu Lu put a wet dishcloth or paper towel under the chopping board this will keep it from moving.

[@LulusWay64]

thanks for the tip, Venessa!!

[@kaymccain1593]

What a great way to shop and eat. Made me so hungry. Thanks Lulu!!!❤

[@cbryce9243]

You make me want to get a pressure cooker. In my 60's, I'm going on the road for several months and will not have a house to go to until I get back. I have a butane cook stove, but a pressure cooker would be useful! Your advice on, "no one asked me" is interesting. I like it when people say to me, "would you like my take on (fill in the blank)?" I like knowing what others have to offer. I guess there is a time and place, an adult child doesn't usually want their parent's advice. The list of links you added at the end is great! Thank you also for taking the time to share all your knowledge and wisdom.

[@LulusWay64]

hello!! the pressure cooker is a handy appliance, as long as you have the power while on your on the road!! I have both the butane and the pressure cooker, they are both perfect!!! another way to offer your opinion to someone that is not asking for it (like our adult children) is to say "I have an opinion/idea about that, would you like to hear it?" that line was shared with me by a very wise person, I've used it often!! thanks for writing!! Lulu 😊

[@nancyward3190]

Love watching you cook. Going to try your way of cooking veggies

[@pamelaward4527]

Hi Ms. Lu-Lu,,have a wonderful and blessed week, Blessings ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@LulusWay64]

thanks Pamela!! you too!! ❤️

[@myrashotton1362]

We in New Zealand are trying hard to get rid of plastic bags, the best we have done so far is to have reuseable shopping bags and our s/markets supply paper bags for fruit & vege, but for all stuff that's manufactured here and is imported, unfortunately plastic is what most of it comes in be it plastic bags, foil bags (which apparently is the hardest item to be rid of, in fact they say it never breaks down) so we, at home, try to minimise its use i.e. foil and plastic. Most of our meat is set on plastic trays but at least they can be re manufactured into another kind of plastic.

[@LulusWay64]

in my hometown in MA, no plastic bags are allowed. all grocery stores have paper bags. but when I'm at my daughter's in IA (in this video) they have plastic, and when I'm in FL all winter, all plastic there too!!

[@helengoldstein2982]

Love watching you. Great job with the camera in the grocery store. You should get yourself a set of fabric veggie bags so you don’t have to use plastic bags. I have used them for years and love them. Love the compost for your neighbors. So great!

[@LulusWay64]

I have the veggie fabric bags. I like to grab the plastic ones and use them for trash too. I have a small trash barrel in my van and those come in handy!! 😊 I'm happy you enjoy watching my videos, thanks for letting me know that!! Lulu 💕

[@helenruth5024]

Listen for the question. I have found that to be the key to happy adult relationships with my adult children.❤

[@debraporter1797]

Great video Lulu! Thank you. Oh, you do not use any spices. Thats the way to do it. I do it to a certain point so that I am not cooking every day. 😉👍

[@LulusWay64]

I have smoked paprika, sage, and S&P, is all I really use. occasionally I use basil and oregano!!

[@jemgonzalez]

Lulu, I wish we were neighbors. Thank you for all the inspiration. You are a doll!

[@LulusWay64]

hello Julia!! such a sweet note, thank you!! stay inspired!! Lulu 💕

[@lindadainard7629]

Just discovered your channel LuLu! how happy am I. The work and process you provide is so helpful. Thank you so much xx

[@LulusWay64]

hi Linda!! so happy you discovered my channel, super glad you are here!! thanks for writing!! Lulu 😊