Feeding 2 On Less Than $50/Week! Day 1!

Day 1 Meals:
Breakfast: Hashbrowns with peppers, onions, and fried eggs
Lunch: any rollover leftovers from the previous week's meal plan
Dinner: Smoked sausage red beans and rice
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[@craftiebrown]

I'd stick with the name you're using now. It is a catchy name, and anybody that really enjoys what you do won't mind when you stray, it keeps your content fresh.

[@ashleyhooker1077]

Agreed!😊

[@parisgreen4600]

I agree - it doesn't have to mean "only Dollar Tree, ever."

[@yvonnepalmquist8676]

Yep, this!

[@heatherpeterson7533]

100%!

[@lorimartin3724]

Exactly. I come here to watch your content and like when you deviate to a different store periodically. Keep up the great work.

[@Nadia-ql5yq]

I’m not sure if I’ve made this comment before, so I’m sorry if I sound like a broken record, but don’t show the address of the Walmart that you shop at. Just for safety reasons, especially since you’ve spoken about your husband sometimes being out of town. I’m sorry if I’m overstepping.

[@wf3582]

Never change! I started watching your channel based on the "how is she gonna do that?" factor of the title Dollar Tree Dinners. Money Saving Meals just disappears into the pack. STAND OUT! Thanks for your creativity!

[@sharonoldham4374]

I agree keep the Dollar Tree name.

[@bethk.3340]

totally agree, keep the name!

[@caseym8866]

I am also team keep the name!

[@sandrastrickland951]

Right I totally agree. " The name is why I started to watch ".

[@lauraspicks7114]

The name is why I started to watch the channel too!@@sandrastrickland951

[@kimberlycole727]

To be honest I used to skip your videos because I typically don’t shop at Dollar Tree. But now that I have removed my nose from the air I realize what you do on your channel and I think it’s great. What caught my eye was the 1st Walmart video in this series. Not because it’s for Walmart but because it’s meal planning for two people for $50. Information like this is extremely helpful with the cost of food these days; so thank you for what you do. And to answer your question. I say if you like your name then keep it. It’s apart of what you do and it is catchy. Now please excuse me so I can find more of your content 😊

[@Zenkaz967]

Same here with the Walmart video❤️

[@susansmallacombe3098]

Same. My husband has diabetic neuropathy and had to leave his job of 35 years three years ago and had to go on disability. I got hurt at work a year and a half ago and have been on Workers Comp. Money isn’t as disposable as it used to be. Even though we paid off our house and three cars prior to our medical events, and we still have retirement savings, we needed to budget more wisely. I came across this channel and I watched a few of the videos. I learned so much from just watching those few videos and I had that overwhelming feeling of relief. Groceries are our biggest expense next to health insurance. We pay more for a month’s worth of groceries than we do for a month’s worth of electricity! We are a family of three, we have a dog and a cat. Thankfully, we live in CT which doesn’t tax non prepared food and we have many grocery stores within our suburb so I am able to shop the sales at each store. I order online and have my groceries delivered to my home which is convenient for us since physically going to the store to shop is a bit difficult. One of the stores I never thought about food shopping from is DT. I’ve bought herbs and spices, movie night candies and water additives from the food and beverage section before, but never from the refrigerated section. After seeing how many delicious looking budget friendly and healthy meals I’ve seen made on this channel, I am thankful and excited to try. This channel is truly a blessing.😊

[@VanGoWanderlust]

This was my favorite format among your videos. I don’t have budgeting constraints for meal prep, but I like the way you take a limited amount of ingredients and make them work through the week. I always find myself cooking the same thing over and over again. I also like watching your videos while I’m cooking myself. Feel free to keep the name and make content that makes you happy. I’m sure those of us who subscribe and watch your videos aren’t here specifically because it’s dollar tree content so much as we like your videos and what you do with them! Thanks for all the wonderful content!

[@anneinohio8232]

Beautifully written!

[@pantrydigin8881]

Yep I as well had to remove my nose from the air as well. Hehehe. And so Glad I did

[@stasistays]

Honestly, Dollar Tree Dinners is catchy and is honest to what your focus is. Just because you try to be versatile doesn't mean you should change your name. People can apply your ideas no matter the store they go to because my area Dollar Tree doesn't have much protein. I live in a suburban area and we have a ton of choices. But the thoughtful ideas are, personally, what I am after.

[@nylenyap3933]

well stated. I concur

[@Sarah_Grant]

Holding back part of an ingredient to add to something else later.... My grannie would always hold back a 1/3 of whatever ingredients she was using that day. Bit of onion, bit of meat, bit of veggies, etc. It would go into a bin in the freezer. By the end of the week, there would be quite a bit to make a full dinner. Make it into soup or scramble, or casserole. It was a great way to use up all the little bits & bobs left over. She did this with fruit as well, and it went into making mixed fruit salad, jello, or a crumble or muffin...

[@db5960]

Love that! Thanks for sharing that tip 😊

[@mmwilson990]

I like Dollar Tree Dinners. I think that even doing other types of videos mixed in, they are still in line with the purpose of the channel, which is helping people eat as best they can on a budget with the stores that are accessible to them. I love your videos so much, and I wish there was something like this when I was younger and struggling financially.

[@jenniferherget7491]

😊

[@sandy-pf9bb]

Stay with Dollar Tree Dinners. You have built a brand and name recognition is important. When I see a video from you, I smile and I'm happy. I expect many others feel the same. You have made the name stand for something special. Also, it's ok to branch out. Waffle House sells more than Waffles, Red Lobster sells more than lobster. You make the content that pleases your heart, we will watch bc we watch for you and your content. I personally watch you fix things with ingredients I don't even like - bc I like you! One more thing. I'm learning too late in life to listen to my own judgment and less to that of others. You are doing a great job, please don't worry so much about what others say. There are people in the world who had rather talk about others than do things themselves.

[@lauraspicks7114]

Touche with that last sentence, you are so right on !

[@sandy-pf9bb]

@lauraspicks7114 Sadly I'm surrounded by people like that right now but I'm learning!!!

[@jerrieanderson2245]

Keep your channel name, you are known for it and even when you do something like this Walmart haul you always try to show us how to stretch our grocery dollars. Just love your channel and it’s a bright day when I see your notification pop up!

[@lindahess6529]

I vote to keep the name. When I hear "Dollar Tree Dinners", I instantly know that the recipes will be versatile and budget friendly. I am always amazed at your creativity using the limited ingredients offered by Dollar Tree and Dollar General. And even if you occasionally venture into Walmart or Aldi's you are still true to your mission of offering budget friendly versatile meals. Thank you for all you do.

[@EllaToler]

One of the strengths of your channel is the consistency and authenticity of purpose. There are way too many content creators doing foolish challenges where they go out and buy up the things that people in need actually depend on on having available. Stock at Dollar Tree is not regular and consistent, so these gals with their, "oh look at me, I can be poor for a day or two" challenges are not doing anybody a service. There is no reason for you to rebrand. You make your purpose clear and are true to it. Plus, for some of us, it would be harder to remember and find your channel under a new name.

[@BronzeHarris]

No doubt

[@lindsiehooper5310]

One of my favorite money saving meals is potato soup made with hashbrowns ! One 2lb bag of hashbrowns One block of cream cheese One can of cream of something soup 4 cups of chicken broth Love it and makes lots of leftovers 😋

[@VictoriaEMeredith]

Why do I love the phrase “cream of something” so much?

[@trudepettigrew7339]

"Dollar Tree Dinners" is what drew me in. You could just add "and more" if you think you need to. I enjoy your channel, your recipes, and the money saving tips.

[@Tamara_D]

To most of us, the content and importance of making low budget meals is what's important. You can't please everyone and you'll always have naysayers. The fact that you've grown (and are growing) means that what you're doing is working. 💪 🏆 🎉❤

[@carolwilliams8840]

That's practically what I said. I have a feeling the ones complaining will find something else to complain about even if she changes the name. She doing a great job.

[@Me-tv6ms]

This Walmart series is helping me so much!! As someone who is barely scraping by each month (no, I'm not frivolously spending), these videos are great guides to manage the drastic food cost inflation.

[@heatherangel9700]

It is absolutely bonkers how much the prices have gone up just in one week! And these corporations are making record profits while using inflation as an excuse to gauge us. Shameful!

[@Revert2017]

If you have time, learning how to make no knead bread is a big money saver. My b read is now .34 cents a loaf.

[@katherinewas4896]

I’m glad this is helping you ! If you have some time, cooking from scratch is very cost effective and basic ingredients are usually less expensive. I love this channel as she takes into account that people don’t have time or means to cook from scratch. Also some meatless meals help.

[@Revert2017]

@@katherinewas4896 100% agree with you!

[@renaesizemore1317]

Please don’t change the name of the channel. Because of you I finally stepped into a dollar tree for the first time in my life and am very grateful for all you have taught no matter where you have purchased the ingredients.

[@megibabi27]

I want to say thank you for these videos. I lost my job 4 months ago and am about out of my savings. I was so worried I would lose my car. I just found out I got a job about 30min ago. These videos meant so much to me! ❤❤❤thank you!

[@ArabianLady]

Congratulations on your new job!

[@Anwelei]

Congratulations on the new job!

[@toastedsquid]

congratulations thats so good

[@nunnabeeswax2397]

Congratulations on the new job! God bless you, and I pray this job changes your life for the better.

[@Crazychickenlady-yd3kn]

Bless you. Going through the same. It can get very scary.

[@deborahelliott8460]

For my syrup (I am diabetic), I blend frozen fruit like strawberries, as you have there, or blueberries, almond or walnuts or pecans (I have a variety of nuts in the freezer), put the blend in a pan with 1 tb of butter, fry it up to heat and pour over french toast. Yep, that is a great syrup and best part is, you don't need to put any sugar in it. And you just gave me a idea of stuffed bell peppers! OH, those are so good!

[@lauraspicks7114]

Thanks for the tips!

[@jonihansen2155]

No don’t change it, it’s your channel and your putting the time to bring this content to us not them . Thank you for your videos.

[@jeanhansen3488]

Don’t change the name of your channel…..it is what makes it stand out! Love your level-headed common sense- you don’t have to resort to ( not) cutesy antics😌

[@patricial8255]

I vote for keeping the name. We equate the name with you and when you did the Walmart hall I was totally happy. I was not thinking hey this isn't dollar tree.

[@PupsforLIFE9]

Keep your current name which can also let you go to the other stores for food purchases as well! Love 💕 that Dollar Tree opens itself to you to make such inexpensive but yummy meals! Thanks for all that you offer to us! ✅😊

[@rebeccahuber7824]

Dollar Tree Dinners is memorable & catchy. And for me, even if your content isn’t exclusively Dollar Tree meals, the name of your channel implies that the type of content you are creating is budget-friendly meals. 😊

[@KapricornKary]

I like the name Dollar Tree Dinners. I also like that you stray away from Dollar Tree to buy your food. I live in a smallish town with 1 Dollar tree and several Dollar generals. None of them are very nice and dont have great food selection, so i dont go to them. We have walmart, 2 aldi's and 2 Giant Eagles. As someone who is disabled & tight on money, i pay for Walmart in home delivery out of necessity. I shop there almost exclusively bc all the other stores only deliver thru doordash or instacart, which is really expensive. However, no matter what store you feature, there is always alot of useful info that i can use, even if i dont shop at that store. Keep doing what you're doing, your content, and you, are amazing! ❤

[@curiouslittlefrog]

I’m disabled and use home delivery from Walmart as it’s the most accessible service here. Videos like this are so helpful, and I really like when the creator adds in her tips for disabled folks or people in low energy mode. So so so helpful and has changed how I cook! I am loving using the Walmart frozen veggies now, our vegetable intake has dramatically increased from when I needed to process fresh veggies myself. Walmart specific videos like this help very much. Thanks dollar tree dinners for being a friend to the disabled community! I share with my disabled friends all the time

[@simplefoodsimplelife9632]

Hi Rebecca! Robin here. Your channel has grown exponentially in the last year. Congratulations! However because you are branching out into money saving meals from other venues doesn’t mean you should change your channel name. The premise of Dollar Tree Dinners is still the same. Making it possible to eat well with the resources one has available. You inspire those who watch your channel to be optimistic and think differently about what is available to them.I’ve seen a few other channels, hop on the re-branding train and it never seems to end very well. Asking you to change the name of your channel is like asking you to change your child’s name. Your channel is like your child. You have nurtured it and seen it grow and thrive. If you gave me a vote, I would vote NO! Leave your brand name as is. God Bless!

[@andrearobbins9450]

I like your Dollar Tree Dinners name and would not recommend changing unless you want go with something like "dollar tree dinners &more." I like your idea of focusing on dollar tree and occasionally intersecting other places. Your tips are SO helpful!

[@stevettelevine]

Keep the name just as it is. There is nothing wrong with you doing meals that involve other stores. That is what makes your channel one of the best. As a matter of fact I personally think that using Dollar Tree products with other store items is a very good thing. Most stores do have $1.00 or more items that are budget friendly.

[@Thetravelingmoes]

I don't care whether you buy from dollar tree or not, i watch. I don't shop dollar tree, but what I do, is watch, make a list and go to Walmart. Get what i need and make my meals. Girl you are awesome. If people dont want to follow because you're not buying exclusive from DT, then they can go to other channels. You are a gem. I love love love your content.❤ thank you for helping my family eat decent

[@rosie12458]

Keep the name. No matter where you shop, you always come up with budget friendly meals that we can all enjoy and not break the bank. Thank you!❤❤❤

[@olgashroyer3264]

Hi Rebecca. Don't change your name. You've earned that name and you've done extremely fine work with it. Regardless of where you are shopping, you make miracles happen. You do a whole lot with a little bit through your resourcefulness and your innovation. I truly enjoy your videos. I am a fan. Take care, Olga

[@earlenebrown7181]

I like the name Dollar Tree Dinners. That gives instant insight that MEALS can be done on a scale of income. And doning it from the store that you have access to. You’re so incredibly talented and put a lot of thought in to your meals.

[@DollarTreeDinners]

that's a great way to put it! and thank you so much!

[@DonnelleGriffin]

@@DollarTreeDinners I agree and even if you put other videos on your channel, for those of us that know where you started it's fine. You don't have to make all videos about the Dollar Tree. I think you do great work and should leave your channel name the same as it is. 🙂

[@yvonne5322]

What you did with the smoked sausages I always do with meat. If I'm making spaghetti I fry the big pkg of ground beef. Once fried, I take out 2 small scoops and seperate in 2 bowls. One get pizza seasoning, one gets taco seasoning, freeze in baggies. Then I can later use it for pizza or nachos on a tighter budget week. Same with the vegetables, keep aside 1/2 a pepper, a bit on onion, save 3 mushrooms. It all goes into baggies for later for pizza, omelettes, nachos, a quick rice, etc.

[@src7210]

Don’t change because of a couple people. There are a ton of people living in food deserts that can only shop dollar tree and you are also helping them! Keep doing what you’re doing, it’s working and you are also doing what others want as well, but no need to change the name due to that!

[@audreypowell2606]

I love Dollar Tree Dinners! Even if you do other videos/recipes using DG or Walmart etc. I love it all. I keep coming back regardless of the name. I have remembered it very easily so if I know I want to look something up it’s a simple find. Thank you for helping us as much as you do. You inspire me to make incredibly budget friendly meals for my little family of 2. I cannot put into words how much I appreciate you. You’re bright and informative and caring and thoughtful and I feel it all even through a camera. You are such a wonderful human being.

[@DollarTreeDinners]

I appreciate that so much, thank you for the incredibly kind and uplifting comment ❤️❤️❤️

[@juliahardy1]

I would keep your name. I have even seen folks on Facebook sharing your channel. I think that no one who sees one of your videos would be upset if you deviate from Dollar Tree in an effort to bring simple, easy, inexpensive meals. Keep up the good work!

[@marianbrinley4389]

I agree!

[@maddyh6876]

As somebody who has pretty bad adhd and can't remember names of anything for the life of me, particularly new things, your channel name is catchy and that makes it very easy to remember. I found your channel just recently because of the last walmart video, I've watched nothing related to dollar tree from you yet, but I still remembered the channel name well enough to look it up when needed. That's a very good thing! Personally I'd see no reason to change the name unless you were doing something super drastic like suddenly dropping all food/budget related content and doing only yoga videos or something lol

[@boreeves346]

I think we all really love your videos because you show us not only that we can eat fairly reasonable but we can actually have decent meals that won't break the bank. I'm on disability so I really have to pinch my pennies and you've taught me several things I could fix that wouldn't cost me so much. So let me thank you from the bottom of my heart and say God bless you!

[@bettybutler3327]

I totally get the carrot/celery thing. I always end up throwing half out because I don't use them fast enough. I tend to buy one carrot and maybe celery already cut if I'm going to make soup or something. I tend to use green pepper/onion in spaghetti/ eggs etc. Love watching you cook and has helped me feel more confident in my kitchen. Thank you! Glad I stumbled on your videos.

[@debbiemorgan8859]

Please don't change the namedollar tree dinners sticks out from all the hundreds of cooking shows I get amazed the meals that you come up with I used to look at dt as just pickin up something you run out but this really helps people that are on a tight budget and can't afford walmart or other stores love the videos

[@AdianaHavenglenn]

Dollar Tree Dinners and More (Adventures in making budget-friendly but easy and tasty meals , often while shopping in food deserts) is what you do and do better than so many others. You definitely don't need to rebrand--you stay true to your intent even when you shop elsewhere. It is so obvious you have a passion for helping people save money while shopping in places there are limited choices. What keeps me watching? You have integrity and treat your audience respectfully. I have never seen you make something that obviously has little flavor and then add a handful of quality ingredients not from your budget to make it edible, then casually remark "but salt and pepper is just fine if you don't have this fresh mozzarella, home-made pesto, and roasted garlic I just happen to have in the fridge!" You stay true to your budget and come across as authentic and relatable. You like what you are doing and that makes you a joy to watch, really!

[@patpeters6331]

New subscriber. I found your Channel because of the name. I have been a Dollar Tree grocery shopper for years. Friends and family thought I was nuts. Happy to be validated after all these years. Enjoy your videos and meals. Walmart is my 2nd go to store, so you're definitely in my wheelhouse. 😋

[@ledzepgirlnmful]

Here in New Mexico, we are fortunate to not have to pay taxes on Groceries or Prescription Medications. Because I only have to cook for myself I only shop at the following places: Smith's (Kroger), Whole Foods ( I have my Amazon Prime membership), Trader Joe's, Costco ( I share my annual membership with my sister!) I will sometimes shop at Sprouts Market and occasionally at Walmart. Honestly, Walmart isn't much less than Smith's and Trader Joe's !! I do love to see what wonderful recipes you do come up with though !!!

[@PollyAlice2000]

Another vote for keeping your name! Thank you for all the work you put into this channel! Great help to seniors on a lower budget!

[@cgx9286]

I make my red beans and rice with the sausage as well. I love that brand. Also a tip to make it a bit creamier is add a dash of milk. Game changer!

[@pandora4078]

Definitely don't change ur channel name! I vividly remember when I first found you and it was 100% the name that made me click and subscribe. I think your sprinkling in other stores is what keeps your channel fresh and what keeps people coming back. When I started watching, you only had like 1200 subs and now your 110,000. That's major growth in 1 yr..So yeah..Don't change ur channel name..lol

[@user-yw4yo8in3i]

These two grocery hauls combined make a fabulous argument for shopping every two weeks, and mixing up the two meal plans for greater day-to-day variety without extra expense. Being able to spread out chicken dishes, rice dishes, and/or dishes with peas a little more evenly would feel like you're eating a wider range of foods, even if the only change is the order of operations, not the money spent. Sure, some of the chicken will have to spend some days in the freezer between initial prep work and use, and the meals with fresh tomato will need to be scheduled to happen before they age out, but those are minor inconveniences in exchange for feeling like you're eating a more interesting diet on the same slim budget.

[@veronicahodges615]

This!!! I get paid bi weekly so I buy the bulk of our meals 2 weeks at a time. I actually just built a Walmart list for 2 weeks plus a couple "extras" and prefertial swaps (such as real butter, Greek vs regular yogurt, and carb friendly tortillas ect. ) and came in around 70-75 for the 2 weeks. We already had the chicken and I'm going to use canned veggies instead because we have a surplus, and already have plenty of coffee on the shelf. I did select a creamer that isn't the sugar free vanilla we already have so we can have some variety. And I cook for 3 usually.

[@patriciahurt5608]

I like the Dollar Tree Dinners name, it is what drew me to your channel. You do an amazing job of planning, budgeting, and cooking. Thank you.

[@bethberk9518]

Keep the name . This is how you started the channel and how you got your success, and why I started watching . Ignore the nitpickers that criticize you for occasionally doing other meals from other stores. We appreciate the different perspectives and ideas from other stores .

[@kakylong2]

You could add the "+" sign or word Plus to Dollar Tree Dinners. I like that name. Have you considered doing an all vegetarian meals video? I'm a vegetarian & would love some ideas. 😊

[@deborahelliott8460]

lol, you still need cheese on those hashbrowns. and some tomato bits. And ham chunks. Don't change the name. Dollar tree dinners isn't about a store, its about having a dollar tree style dinner. Frugal, time saving, and filling as well as YUMMY!

[@hoosiergirl1]

Keep the name! I don't shop at Dollar Tree but I've been watching you pretty much from the start. You have wonderful ideas and are uniquely different from other budget meal channels. Anyone can apply your ideas to any store that is in their area or budget. Love your content!!

[@CherrrrBear]

I agree!

[@sharonthegreat5264]

Don’t change the name! If it’s really bugging some people they can avoid the non Dollar Tree content. You’ve made it very easy to know what shop you’re visiting in the title. Besides, there are always going to be complaints no matter what you do. I appreciate you visiting the different stores. I’m in Canada and our dollar stores aren’t as big into groceries as American ones are. I watch and get lots of ideas but I’m always translating the content into a grocery store like Safeway. It’s a treat when you do this kind of thing and I love seeing the fresh veggies! Though, I couldn’t live without carrots. 🥕 Have a great day!

[@ShanecaRene]

I like Dollar Tree Dinners..the name is what caught my eye and I started watching the channel..however I'm already a fan and subscriber so no matter if you change the name I'm here for the long run..you rock Rebecca 💛

[@shelly6115]

When I see dollar tree dinners I think “meals on a budget” like the Dollar Tree store and not particularly shopping exclusively at Dollar Tree. So the name is perfect for you and your channel. You’re sharing information on how to shop wisely within a limited budget.

[@bettymotley2224]

Don't change your name. I am a retired, disabled senior citizen cooking for just 2 now. I used to make everything from scratch, but getting older, having rheumatoid arthritis I use more shortcuts now than I ever did before. I guess I've earned it. LOL. Thank you.I hope you see this I don't know how to tag you

[@HOOKEMHORNSGAL1978]

Like others, I found your channel because the name drew me in. You don’t need to change anything about who you are and what your brand is. We adore you as you are.❤

[@sherryengel7095]

I like Dollar Tree Dinners. I don’t think it’s a big deal if you shop at other stores and try different things. Keeps it from getting stale. You do your thing and I’ll keep watching. Love your videos and creativity!

[@p.r.9219]

I'm a new viewer & think your name fine. I have a couple cooking tips for you. Pre cooked potatoes make the best Hashbrowns. Boiled or baked & refrigerated is the trick. Dice or shred, peeled or not, your choice. Just don't have the pan too hot & wait for that crust to form. Tip #2: French Toast is better if you oven dry the bread to evaporate moisture. Leaving the bread to stale overnight just drives the moisture into the starches in the bread & it sogs out when it's heated. (Microwave an air staled slice vs a heat dried slice. Your toaster on lowest setting will do. After bread pops up, unplug toaster & put bread back down. Doesn't waste heat in the toaster or electricity. Repeat as needed.

[@lmcalhoun]

Stick with what got you here! Haters are always going to hate. I really enjoy what you do!!

[@BekEhr]

Keep the name. It’s your main focus, and it’s catchy. I love all your meal videos, it’s not just a little snack that won’t fill you up, or basic beans & rice over and over. You’re so creative and make use of everything you buy for the week

[@EmilyGOODEN0UGH]

I'm always astounded by places without sales tax on food. I've been paying something close to ten percent food tax my whole life. And don't change your name unless Dollar Tree lawyers tell you to! If they sue, change tree to store. You can always specify that it's dollar tree salt and oil when you do a malwart budget. :D Maybe that will appease the haters.

[@nunnabeeswax2397]

Wow 10% tax on food is INSANE. I live in TX and we don't have tax on food. I think we would revolt if the state tried to do that. The government is disgusting trying to make a dime off necessities you need to live. Watch out soon they will try to tax you to breathe!

[@laurithomasson6979]

I'm astounded by places that have sales tax on food. It's such a basic item that everyone needs. In my state there is no tax on food, except if it is carry out, like from the deli, tax is only on things like TP, paper towels, shsmpoo, soap, laundry supplies, etc.

[@coloradopackratprepper]

Dollar tree meals since thats what you mostly do and is what got my attention to your channel in the beginning. I do like that you branch out occaisionly!!!! I admit many times i go get your dollar recipes at walmart lolol. Or out of my fairly well stocked pantry. I challenge myself to make $1 meals using previously bought ingredients then also figure out what the current price would be if i bought the stuff now!!!! Usually 1.50 to 2.00 now per serving. Mostly i will make 3 or 4 to 6serving per cook. And sometime put 2 servings in a quart jars in the freezer for meals when i dont feel like cooking but still hav a really good meal!!!!

[@ViperBurlesque]

Dollar Tree Dinners is sort of your brand now - and if your content encompasses 70%-80% of that, I think it's valuable to keep your name as "Dollar Tree Dinners." It's catchy, a LOT of people know you via. this name and you don't have to go through the growing pains of a rebrand with a new name. You also do great with your disclaimers when you venture from only Dollar Tree Dinners and put a lot of thought and communication into reasonings.

[@cynthiaaston7625]

Don’t ever question your mission!! Keep your channel name! Your loyal followers will never question you going outside the box and will enjoy it!! ❤

[@sotogirl2925]

Please don’t change the name of your channel! Not only is it unique I’m always telling people to check out your channel when they are struggling with meals . It’s easy to remember your channel because of the name.

[@DollyJohanne]

19:53 I love the Dollar Tree Dinners❤ Money saving meals is also nice, but I don’t care if you have 20-30% other content then Dollar Tree, and still have the same name. I like that you have some from other places too, especially since we don’t have anything like Dollar Tree here in Norway. Walmart are more relatable, but I find that I enjoy everything from the Dollar Tree too. So both name is okay for me, I just love the content 😊

[@sharonr.177]

I vote that you keep the name! I love your DT meals and I also love when you do content from other stores! Keep doing what you're doing! Its the reason we are all here!

[@emmer_d]

Keep your original name Dollar Tree Dinners. That's how I found your channel because I typed in Dollar Tree dinners and recipes. I love seeing how creative people can get with limited funds and grocery stores.

[@debbieriffel3846]

Keep the name, keep doing what you're doing, The person or people that are telling you you should do something else aren't even doing what you were doing. They're sitting there watching and enjoying hopefully like I am! You rock and I enjoy you exactly the way you are! Thank you for all your wonderful content! God bless you!

[@DiscoBlahBlah]

We use the Zatarrain's Red Beans & Rice with Turkey Kielbasa (cuts some fat, but doesnt affect the flavor because the rice is so good) and add a bit of Colby Jack cheese and some diced tomatoes on top for that fresh pop. It is a go-to dinner in my house. So glad you like the flavor as much as I do.

[@cmariebsa]

I have a household of 4 and the meals from the first video were enough food for us. There weren't a lot of leftovers but most of the time no one in my house (except myself) will eat leftovers. I end up throwing money in the trash which I hate. Thank you for these videos. The meals are tasty. :)

[@donnawestbrook8992]

Leftovers can be tossed into a Saran coated baking dish that is serving sized, and frozen then wrapped and stacked or tossed into a large zip full of the same item and labeled. That allows variety in other weeks.

[@lizziemeyer9707]

A note for people shopping at Walmart on a budget: use the app and always compare prices. As someone who works there, I'm telling you that price changes are not always reflected on the shelf. However, checking the price in the app is pretty simple and the price shown will be accurate. Also, since price changes don't always come through all at once, compare the pricing on things like eggs, milk, butter, etc. Sometimes buying multiple smaller packages ends up being cheaper.

[@thevanthatran]

As a vehicle dweller, I have never made any of the dinner ideas on this channel but I just love watching your content lol. I would honestly watch anything you post, even non dinner/food related content. Maybe branch out to budget home ideas, how to budget, etc? Idk but you’re channel is awesome either way 😁👍

[@donnawestbrook8992]

@thevanthatran how do you cook while living in your vehicle?

[@bridgettescott7196]

I would stay with the name you have. You doing a few different types other than dollar tree here and there just shows growth and change while bringing in new people but also at the same time you will always be able to look back and know where you started from and those followers 💜 I hope this makes sense 💜

[@monikarodziewicz3486]

Hi l live in South Africa and I don't have a Dollar tree store and you are still helping me to feed my family, there is no need to change and thank you for❤❤❤

[@cinnamonp.1340]

Don't change your channel name, you cannot please everybody and nor should you waste your precious energy trying. Your content is still in the same space of economical meals and as you said a lot of your content is dollar tree oriented, there is no need for a change I appreciate every one of your uploads and I learn new things every time! Remember you are wonderful and so is your content

[@musicman85]

Yes, I found this channel because I love Dollar Tree content, please keep the name!

[@lukestark217]

definitely keep the name!! the spirit of what you do is so creative, scrappy, and cost considerate. It begins with the least, like only having access to dollar tree, and shows people how to make the most with it. whether you're at dollar tree or not, that part never changes

[@ronnawatts7779]

I’d keep the name you have, with that being said I’m loving the new videos from Walmart.. as my small town Dollar Tree doesn’t always have a great selection plus since they added that extra .25 it really isn’t my cheapest option on most things, so Walmart or Aldi is usually my go to but there are a few DT items that I always have on hand! Great videos and I thoroughly enjoy watching them! 😊

[@oxymoronassoc]

I think you have a great name and it's easy to search and i don't shop at Dollar Tree but i like the idea of MEALS that are affordable and i love your ethos on your meals and your realness especially on the reality of people who live rural/semi-rural/in a food desert and have limited access to "big" grocery stores that suburban ppl especially take for granted. Keep the name!

[@genevajohnson2378]

I love the name of your channel. It really doesn't concern me that not all of your content is exclusively from Dollar Tree.

[@lisagazzolo7796]

The name and the channel is perfect as it is!! Don’t change anything. You’re one of the best content creators out there. I follow u here, TikTok and anywhere else u decided to share. Love you!!❤

[@sharonoldham4374]

It doesn't matter to me which store you shop at. I watch for your suggestions and recipes. I do try to stock up on sale items which greatly helps. I enjoy watching your channel. Thank you for sharing.

[@monteeposey4255]

Hi Rebecca! I absolutely love your channel. Don’t change the name it’s yours and yours alone. Obviously we all love it because you have 112,000 subscribers!🎉🎉🎉🎉 congratulations! I love that you vary from store to store. It’s just variety and that’s a good thing. Keep doing what you’re doing and keep dollar tree dinners as the name. Love watching your channel from Bradenton Florida

[@sheilareimer4093]

Hi Rebecca! I'd keep the name, it is catchy and that's what got me to watch your channel, and I always look forward to watching you!

[@sandraschick1916]

I LOVE your channel just as it is. The name is what drew me to your channel in the first place. There are some other "budget" channels out there; but because Dollar Tree sizes are small I felt that a Dollar Tree budget meal show would be more appropriate for a one-person family. The other channels have recipes for 4 or 6 people or huge crock pot amounts using appliances that don't make sense in a 1 person household. Hope this helps. Thank you again for how your channel is named AND structured❣️ LOVE and Appreciate your efforts and all the work you put into this for the rest of us❣️ I too am a foodie. 😊❤❤❤

[@denisebunker6674]

I love instant mash potato's. Quick, easy and cheap. Also, do not rebrand. Dollar Tree Dinners is catchy. Most people know and should not complain. LOL

[@cindyr5423]

I am not sure why I stumbled upon your videos, but you are really doing a service for the community. My mother thankfully raised me looking for sales/using coupons/budgeting so that is second nature to me. But a lot of people do not know where to start. One of the biggest problems that I see people have is they buy a food item for one recipe, but then let it rot because they do not know how to utilize it in various ways. Thank you for highlighting how to do that! If you have not already done so- maybe in the future you would like to implement videos where in addition to set budget for the week there is a separate budget for staple or longterm items. Like spices/condiments/pickles. Then you can show how to incorporate them into the weekly dishes. Those purchases increase the weekly budget but then can be utilized for months and elevate your dishes! Keep up the hreat work 🎉

[@soccergalz7401]

I say keep the name, its a brand you're building and it still fits!

[@evelynrogers6766]

Everyone commenting here has the same opinion, don't change the title! I enjoy your content not only because of the goal of budget friendly meals, but for you as well. ❤❤❤

[@tracywusterhausen9452]

I really enjoy your videos and I say keep the name Dollar Tree Dinners AND continue doing versatile content using other stores. It’s still great ideas on a budget. Just keep cooking… 😊

[@vernareed2692]

One time I was hungry for tacos and also was low on groceries. I had couple cans black beans, canned corn, couple raw potatoes,flour tortillas,and onion, also couple pkts taco red sauce. I diced and browned the potatoes, opened and heated the black beans,corn, tortillas, chopped the onion. So made some tacos using the beans,corn potatoes, onion,red sauce and they were so good!! I'd never had black beans before!! But I'd make those tacos again!! Sometimes I even crave them!😅 One reason it probably takes longer for the hash browns to brown with the peppers and onions is because they have water in them. I'd want buttered toast with my breakfast, and the other meals, I'm a bread person 😀!

[@kjmav10135]

I’d say keep the name. it’s catchy. I don’t really care where you get your food from, it keeps the spirit of what you’re trying to do, and as long as you pop in to Dollar Tree or Dollar General or wherever, still good.

[@kathleendonnelly6077]

I already commented but wanted to jump on and say I would keep the name Dollar Tree Dinners. I love it! I watch Dollar Tree haulers who show items from other stores like Five Below. No issue there. Whatever you call your channel I am there!

[@btolson66]

Yes!👍 Keep the name ❤ using dollar and dinners in the title implies that you are watching your dollars to make your dinners. I like that it is catchy and easy to remember. Another reason would be that in walking distance of my house for groceries is the gas station, dollar tree and then dollar general way before a bigger store. I live off the ideas you are trying out and help me frame up my budget.

[@Criticalhitkoala]

It's a 50/50 on the name thing for me. As a person with a marketing degree you have the positive impact of the name, plus the possibility of future opportunities up to a sponsorship type thing. I don't get the vibe you are a sponsorship person, but one of the benefits to at least a relationship with companies like that is your bottom line isn't put at risk if they at least offer to compensate for an honest approach. Not spending money is also saving money also :) On another end, there is a sense of freedom in being able to stay in your zone but encompass more with a broader name. Something like "Dining on a dollar" hits both the idea of what the channel is going for in the sense of eating and budget. I don't know if that name is being used, but I do suggest something like that. Having a broader name like that would open you to an audience who might see a brand such as Dollar Tree and not give you a chance because they don't shop there. The unfortunate judge a book by the cover thing. Keep on doing what you do though. You are absolutely relatable in sharing your experience, and while it's obviously edited here and there for lenght, you do a wonderful job showing someone accessible and relatable while also putting a little charm behind it. I absolutely adore the channel, and I share your videos with my 16 year old daughter. While we baby her and feed her, I'm also getting comfortable as a father with the idea she may seek independent living sooner or later and a channel like yours gives her both direction and also the ability to think abstractly about how to not only survive on a budget, but thrive and enjoy it. You rock, keep on doing this whatever name you decide to keep or use :)

[@ginaaragon5779]

No real need to change your channel name, especially since a million people decided to subscribe to it. Keep doing what you're doing, loving your meal plans on a dollar 😅❤

[@jmfranklin]

Rebecca, this is YOUR channel, and you can name it anything you want. That said, if you do most of your content about dinners with Dollar Tree items, then leave it as it is. As I see in the comments in each of your videos, most of us love you and you do a great job helping us! Blessings! JoyMarie

[@jillgott6567]

❤ I vote Stick with the name ! This is a great haul ! I like that you followed last week's haul with this one. And, that you have items that can be used for more than one week. I host a frugal living facebook group and suggested your last haul and this one with my group.

[@Suzanne_Elizabeth]

I'm voting for you to keep the original name. You're fantastic! And I read some comments on how some of your choices are unhealthy. My opinion is people do the best with what they can afford and try to not worry. My suggestion would be to try to do the same challenge with healthier choices as money allows. I love your channel Rebecca! Been watching since the beginning and I know you're helping inspire a lot of people who are trying to make ends meet and keep full bellies, thank you❤