Resourcefulness in Lean Times

[@kellybarfoot8124]

Cooking at home is certainly a worthwhile endeavor. I never really appreciated how much until both my husband and daughter started saying that their favorite part of the day was coming home to a warm home and a hot meal. It makes me feel like all my work is worth the effort 😊

[@OldWorldHome]

Yes and amen! Good food with good people is good for the soul ✨

[@sheilapellicane8507]

Hilary watching you calms me like no other channel. You always seem to have it all togeher. It seems like life runs so smoothly but like all of us I know thats not always the case. Your energy is just such an inspiration. I enjoy everything you seem to talk about or show. I swear it helps me reset and try to make my day a bit more relaxed. You really bring joy to me.

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you so much Sheila, but please know this is a few edited clips over many days, my life has all the ups and downs of everyone else 💛 Even, and maybe especially, in the hard times there can be so much joy

[@sheilapellicane8507]

@@OldWorldHome Thats what I mean, I have to be more positive. I'm going to take a deep breath and try to be better everyday!Thanks☺

[@reniehandler2595]

Wow…Hilary, your editing skills and the way you tell a story through your video is so fantastic! I want to go make bread and peanut butter and wrap presents. Thank you for the beautiful motivation!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🥰

[@donnarakitzis2719]

Love that you teach your kids to give back

[@sharonf8188]

Your peaceful homemaking vlogs that have that cozy, grateful feel are so inspiring 🧡

[@OldWorldHome]

All glory to God ✨

[@vickieatkins4760]

Dear Hilary, I was like you when I was younger and had 3 little ones. I guess I was so busy with everything else that I put my Christmas wrapping off to the last minute- Christmas Eve. The last time I did that was when my precious dad was dying... we were supposed to be with him for his last Christmas Eve, but where was I? In the bedroom trying to get the gifts wrapped!!! I was soooooo furious with myself that I vowed to have all gifts wrapped before the kids got out of school for vacation. That way I had 2 weeks to play and do fun activities with them. I just had to learn to shop earlier and wrap as I bought. God bless you and your littles this Christmas season. 🥰

[@Steph61795]

Homemade bread. So satisfying! I just told my mom the other day that I'm so thankful that she raised me to be resourceful. Loved this video ❤

[@bethmann3283]

I still need to make that peanut butter. I see you moved the canisters back, I wondered how that was going to work for you. I wanted to move mine to make a little more space, but the convenience out weighed the ascetic. 😊

[@OldWorldHome]

Yes they did return, it just makes the most sense there ☺️

[@lorrem2539]

Such a nice video! You are so lucky to not have to work outside the home so you can provide such nourishing food and homemaking for your family.💕💓

[@Sarah_Kilmer]

What a beautiful video! I’m married, two dogs & no kids, so our lives are quite different, but you are my favorite homemaking channel to watch on KZbin. You teach & inspire me in every video. Thank you for all that you do for your family, and those of us who love to watch you on KZbin 😊

[@agnesskibicka]

@sarah_kilmer hello 👋 Same, married, dog and no kids unfortunately. Greetings from my channel 😊 and from Poland 🇵🇱

[@MargaretQ]

I loved the involvement of your kids in helping the young mommas. I’m glad your church community shows up for them - in this world we live in they need support. You show that by being more frugal and wise with stewardship we can allocate things to others! Thanks for showing abundant living without being a spendthrift. ❤ Happy Thanksgiving

[@mommargie2679]

Hillary, I love watching your channel because it's so family-friendly!

[@lanamoore3001]

Great video. Your love of homemaking and parenting really shines in videos like these. Have a happy Thanksgiving

[@herhomemakingheart]

I started making a few meatless meals through the week to save money on groceries. I made a massive vegetable chilli and it lasted us 3 days!

[@vintagebeliever5023]

Yes the seasons are short, says the empty-nester. The days seem long yet time goes fast.

[@EstPort28]

Hillary, your channel is my absolute favorite. I'm always waiting for new videos to watch.

[@simplylovedwell]

What a great video! I'd love to see your full day routine and rhythm with multiple kids (especially with the younger ones).

[@elanamarshallsea4781]

I tried the pumpkin muffins recipe and they were delicious! Thank you!

[@ThriftedLiving]

I hope you are all doing well! I will have to try making peanut butter! Peanut butter is something I eat so much of! Thanks for the tips!

[@mrskerry8111]

Love your videos, Hilary. Always happy to see a new one arrive. 😊

[@theresab11]

Great video!

[@susanvelez6534]

Beautiful!!!!! I always taught my daughter and son the same and they are very giving / the donate to local pantries and also volunteer/ oh fyi my girl after much patience, testing ,and in debt back round check, she has a wonderful new job as a first responder 911 commutations operator for her towns Police Department. I’m so very proud of her.

[@patriciaconiglio6717]

Such a lovely November video. I have been married for 52 years and I also cook my meals from scratch.

[@donnarakitzis2719]

The muffins look delish

[@granna2358]

Thank you for the muffin recipe. I made them today and they are fantastic!

[@OldWorldHome]

So good right!

[@donna8212]

Lovely video Hilary. Always nice to see you 😊🧡.

[@OldWorldHome]

Always nice to hear from you Donna!

[@debbyrickett3195]

Hi Hilary~ I really do enjoy your channel. I am always encouraged. You are a true homemaker in every sense and that resonates with me. I love all things home and garden. What a lovely vlog today. Thank you for sharing!

[@tracyvoorhis3349]

Hi Hillary! If you have a Kroger store where you live you can buy their brand of natural peanut butter and the only ingredients are peanuts and salt. My family really likes it and it’s usually around $2 or less.

[@bethanyhall1524]

Your Christmas prep videos are my very favorite! Thank you for such wonderful content. You inspire me!🎄

[@msmary126]

I may have shared this in the past. A few years ago I sewed up cloth bags for Christmas wrapping. I only had five kids then and have since sewn up more because we have six children now. I got most of fabric at my local transfer station. Use pillowcases work well, too! Time saving!

[@OldWorldHome]

Love that idea! We'll be using some pillowcases this year too :)

[@traciecarlson4706]

It's so funny that you would rather cut the turkey than cook the whole thing. Cutting a chicken or turkey intimidates me. I would much rather just throw the whole thing in the oven. Thanks for a great video.

[@CJR-bs7eu]

I thought the same thing. I've never been confident cutting up any roasts or whole chicken. Hers looks like it came out great.

[@OldWorldHome]

And that’s what makes the world go round! ☺️

[@CJR-bs7eu]

@@OldWorldHome ❤️❤️

[@tinaq.566]

Beautiful video, thank you.

[@monicagodoy8942]

Hilary, thank you for always inspiring us! Absolutely love all you do and your home! God bless you and all you do!❤️❤️❤️

[@brandibrooks9076]

It feels like I am visiting with a good friend. ❤

[@debrademedici864]

Cooking at home is so much cheaper than going out !!! Great idea for the turkey!!!!! Thank you !!!

[@kathleenlouise1421]

I made the pumpkin muffins today, and they turned out so good! I made them gluten free by replacing flour with King Arthur's Cup for Cup flour. I cut the recipe in half since I had half a can of pumpkin left over from a pumpkin pasta I made last night. I also added a splash of vanilla extract, and sprinkled a little sugar on top before putting in the oven. It made 8 good sized muffins. I did also make some parchment paper tulip liners for 6 of them...totally not worth the effort. 😂 Thanks for the recipe!

[@OldWorldHome]

Yay so glad you enjoyed! I’ve never heard of parchment tulip liners, sounds cute, but store bought is much easier 😅

[@barbarapeterson8030]

HAPPY Friday Hillary, family, and fur baby. ABSOLUTELY YUM. Thanks for sharing. STTB

[@batbseverino6015]

Such a great video. I love your content so much.

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you!

[@thepatriotess4279]

You have quality content thank you. One of my faves.

[@SB-tr6fk]

I loved this video with you sharing about your faith, frugality and helping your children think of others. Didn’t know you were a fellow believer!

[@lisaremy4817]

Hi Hilary, great video! I love all your videos but my most favorite are your videos where you are sharing recipes and meal inspiration. Always so good to see you. ❤

[@francinehogsett3065]

You truly are a wonderful mother and wife….love your dress…😊❤️

[@d.watkins8302]

I thoroughly enjoy everything u do Hillary. Thank you for the beauty and blessings you put into everything you do🎄❤🎄

[@GretchenMcTavish]

You are a joy! Thanks so much for the care evident in your videos.

[@momof2momof2]

I make my own almond butter the same way. When I shop at a local grocery store called WINCO, they have a grinding machine that does it for me. They have peanut butter and honey peanut butter you can grind too. So much less expensive than ready made. I'll be making dinner rolls today. 🍂🍁🍃Happy Thanksgiving🦃🍃🍁🍂

[@laurenramsey8891]

I made those pumpkin muffins this morning after watching your video. Amazing! Big hit with my whole family. Thank you for sharing!

[@OldWorldHome]

Yay! SO GOOD right ✨

[@laurenramsey8891]

@@OldWorldHome so very good!

[@susanbibber3080]

Great video!

[@4dayc]

Loved this video. Great ideas!!!

[@Fatnabeladel]

The jars returned to their rightfull spot I see 🥰 it has always been the best place for them in my humble opinion.

[@OldWorldHome]

I agree 😌

[@LauraRodriguez-Peace]

Thank you, Hilary! 🧡

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you, Laura!

[@rosemariemello6675]

I love these types of videos. Thanks so much for sharing your recipes with us. Cutting up the turkey and using it for a few delicious meals is a good idea. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone ❤

[@OldWorldHome]

Yes it made the cooking process so much quicker, and delicious 😋

[@lindasegraves6207]

I want to take the time to Wish You & Your Family a Happy Thanksgiving. I have seen several times which you have shown your homemade bread but I have to say the bread in this video is your prettiest. Thanks for a joyous video.

[@kellieliacopoulos8005]

Hi Hilary! LOVED this!!! :) Thank you!!

[@sueknicely504]

Lovely video Hillary! Happy Thanksgiving to you & your family!

[@OldWorldHome]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

[@lindao1327]

Great content Hilary with nice ideas.

[@robinlandtroop2774]

Another good way to use up turkey left- overs is pot pie. It is such a good comfort food, easy to make and can be done in sections. Make the pie crust. Store in frig at separate time than making the rest of recipe. Plus turkey is already cooked and can either be cut or shredded whichever you prefer. One time I made it with leftover KFC chicken that I took the crust off and cut up. It turned out great.

[@roselilly8847]

It’s a pleasure watching your videos! Thank you for sharing!

[@TracieClaiborne]

Hilary this was one of your best videos, very soothing and so enjoyable to watch! I would love to hear more about sourdough starters. I don't really get how it works.

[@jeanieyelton1564]

Great ideas. Thanks for sharing. ❤😊

[@juanitahill4832]

Your cooking and baked goods always look so delicious! Thank you for sharing.

[@lianeabeyta4515]

I am always so surprised when someone says cooking a whole turkey is intimidating. It is a hundred times easier than cutting up a turkey. Just slather it with butter, stuff it or not , S&P and put the whole thing in the oven! That is literally it!!!!! Just check the wrapper for weight and it tells you how long to cook per pound. And , I also saw you had a meat thermometer, so no worries! But then , I am intimidated by your gorgeous homemade bread! That is a skill I need to learn. If we were closer, we could cook together one day and get over our fears!

[@OldWorldHome]

How fun would that be! I mean, you’re absolutely right, I guess I was worried we also wouldn’t eat it all in one sitting. Now that I cut it up I do agree cooking it whole would’ve been easier, if we had a bigger crowd I definitely could do it that way 💛

[@conniesmith3922]

Hillary, I have trouble using a whole turkey too, so thank you for the idea of splitting it up. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.❤❤❤

[@jannier9766]

Loved this! Thank you.

[@lynnek4226]

We also received a turkey at work and I was wondering what we were going to do with it as we’re going with a nontraditional menu this year for Thanksgiving and there’s just two of us during the year. Thank you so much for sharing your ideas! Would love to know the ingredients for the rub that you made, would you kindly share? You are such a wonderful mother, truly a blessing to your family!

[@Beeannks]

Love these budget cost saving ways! Would love to see more videos on the subject. Thank you for the great ideas

[@te4545]

Great video. Always great to hear ideas on how to stretch a dollar and save on the cost of groceries. Especially timely at this time of year so thank you for sharing. Ah the sour dough starter...alas I attempted to make one a couple of years ago but killed mine as well so I have been intimidated ever since. Can you offer any tips/suggestions? The wrapping paper is lovely. Wrapping gifts is honestly not my favourite thing to do but on that note will we be seeing another Q&A wrapping session video from you this year? Those were fun and it makes the wrapping more enjoyable 😂. Thanks for sharing. Have a lovely day 😊.

[@ginahernandez3219]

All of your food looks delicious! I will have to try some of these recipes. Thanks for sharing, Hilary ❤️

[@ericagoehring1089]

This was such a treat. I love this time of year so much!

[@lindaroyal8161]

Always look forward to your videos, so calming. The wrapping paper is beautiful, but expensive. I buy wrapping paper at the Dollar Tree, since it's just thrown away afterwards. They have a plain brown butcher type that I use for all occasions. I like the jars moved back to their original place, seems easier to access.

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you for watching! Yes she is a small business, it’s challenging to keep costs low while still growing as a company 💛

[@terryruiz7417]

Such a lovely video. Thank you.

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you!

[@Anagrams458]

Such a beautiful video - thank you and Happy Thanksgiving.

[@ramonawhisenant2045]

I always enjoy your videos.

[@jenns37]

The wrapping paper is beautiful, but at $20 a roll plus shipping, seems like it’s quite high. I’d rather put the money into the gift instead of the paper that will be discarded.

[@OldWorldHome]

Yes she is a small business trying to grow, it’s a challenge to get handmade quality products at mass produced prices

[@ktrayan1]

Have you ever spatchcocked a Turkey? My hubs just made for 16 pound turkeys for the church with just 90 minutes in the oven! You do definitely need a good pair of kitchen sheers but it really cuts down on time and therefore makes it taste better since it’s in for less time!

[@OldWorldHome]

I haven’t, but I imagine yes that would speed things up nicely! I don’t think I have a pan big enough to hold it though 😅

[@ktrayan1]

That’s true!! He used the throw away foil pans this year 🙃

[@Mommyonthegoplustwo]

Beautiful video! 🥹

[@nanynany3003]

❤😊

[@DH-qz2so]

Turkey: wow!... so I also have a turkey that MY hubs brought home almost a year ago too...STILL sitting in my freezer as well!.. Lol! I as just thinking about it today!... also - That same jar of dry roasted peanuts here, in Canada, is $8.00 plus tax! Not sure if making Peanut Butter is cheaper than ready made!

[@mildredbc5425]

🧡

[@marlenevazquez7712]

Beautiful family. May I ask for the link for the Bible? I have been looking for one that’s more detailed than my son’s current children’s bible. Thank you. May your holiday be filled with joy.

[@OldWorldHome]

Absolutely 💛 www.amazon.com/Biggest-Story-Bible-Storybook/dp/1433557371/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?crid=21AVBP6C76BGH&keywords=childrens+bibles+3-5&qid=1700260098&sprefix=childrens+bib%2Caps%2C119&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRm&psc=1 Merry Christmas! ❣️

[@annw1395]

Happy Thanksgiving!

[@OldWorldHome]

Happy Thanksgiving to you!

[@LisainCalifornia]

You shouldn't be intimidated cooking a full turkey. I started cooking them as a very young wife at 23, because my mom was done cooking for the holidays and I took over. It is actually the easiest part of the holiday. I love cooking a full turkey because the leftovers last about 4 days. As long as you have a thermometer, and rub the turkey with butter and herbs, it will do the rest of the work for you. It makes the best sandwiches and also turkey casseroles later.

[@OldWorldHome]

Now that I’ve done it in pieces I definitely think I can handle the whole bird 😊

[@lauramitchell6725]

I was surprised at this too,I always considered a turkey to be a roasted chicken’s big brother.🤣😂😅 Easy Peasy.🙌🏻

[@jilll8668]

Love this video! Great tips and so relatable! 🧡 could you share what size Dutch oven you have?

[@susanholding158]

Loved this video you are an inspiration. I haven’t got a cast iron Dutch oven could I use my large stainless steel casserole to bake bread.

[@OldWorldHome]

Yes! I’ve done it

[@susanholding158]

@@OldWorldHome thank you

[@juststeph6940]

I find it so strange that in the states you can make your own peanut butter for cheaper then a jar. Here a jar of roasted peanuts is 4.47 and I can but peanut butter for 3.99 so crazy.

[@DH-qz2so]

That same jar of dry roasted peanuts here, in Canada, is $8.00 plus tax! Not sure if making Peanut Butter is cheaper than ready made!

[@fabulousfirsties4895]

Can you share your one hour bread recipe?

[@OldWorldHome]

www.sugardishme.com/classic-crusty-herbed-dinner-loaf/ 💛

[@tanyajohnston8262]

Loved this video. I need to find a sour dough starter. I tried making one once a short time ago and it flopped 😢.

[@OldWorldHome]

Try, try again! As you can see I killed mine too. It can certainly be made with just flour and water and time, or you can try finding a local FB page of fellow sourdough enthusiasts to share some discard, OR buy dehydrated starter online 💛

[@tanyajohnston8262]

Thank you, I’ll figure something out 😊

[@dayleholmquist9603]

Can you share the starter recipe your dad uses?

[@OldWorldHome]

This one is 30 years old 😆 They’re all flour, water, and time!

[@hookecho8283]

Hillary, could you please leave the reciple for the discard bread?

[@OldWorldHome]

Just added it to the description box! 💛

[@hookecho8283]

@@OldWorldHomeawesome! Thanks so much!

[@londawhitt6841]

😊👍👋

[@brigidkeogh416]

Hiliary do you put liquid in the slow cooker when toasting the turkey?

[@OldWorldHome]

I didn’t, and there was so much liquid by the end! My turkey did said it was “pre-brined” so that probably was why

[@susanvelez6534]

Okay I watched carefully was that 1/2 cup starter/ one packet of yeast/ salt/ 1/2 cup warm water then 3 cups flour. My bread did not rise again 🫣🫣🫣🫣and I really wanted to make some for all 8 grown kids that will be here with their significant others plus other adults please advise I’m stumped and my starter was fed for 6 weeks every day 😞

[@OldWorldHome]

Just added the recipe to the description box! Have you been discarding over all those weeks?

[@susanvelez6534]

@@OldWorldHome okay love thank you

[@susanvelez6534]

@@OldWorldHome one more question I made the healthy banana muffins I’m hosting 12 people for the holiday if I freeze them will the delicious flavor? I’ve always eaten them after baking and have never froze them. How do you warm them up? Thank you love my table is set already just need fresh flowers I put a clear plastic so it does not get dusty. Simple but looks beautiful

[@susanvelez6534]

Okay I rewatched the video and printed out the instructions my dough is still not rising honey ahhhh 😔😔😔😞

[@IamSnowbird]

May I ask how do you kill sourdough? Eating out even for two people is so expensive. We eat in so much more.

[@OldWorldHome]

I left it out for too long without feeding or discarding it, it developed a pink mold 🥴

[@IamSnowbird]

@@OldWorldHome I am not familiar with sourdough so I was curious. Thanks. Have a very happy Thanksgiving.

[@OldWorldHome]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours 💛

[@debraspringers2098]

Lovely video Hillary! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

[@lindasmith5190]

Enjoyed so much. Beautiful.