Pantry Cooking || ZERO SPEND WEEK || Shopping What I Already Have

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[@derinaries]

This is the content that i subscribed for.

[@christinatareski8882]

The content is good, but she is just a joy to watch. She is so humble and real and just funny.

[@Sweetrottenapple]

@@christinatareski8882 I agree! She is real just like us simple mortals. An everyday hero for her family. I always have such a fun time watching her videos. She has her own kind of humor and I love it ❤

[@melissachochard4242]

Yes...she is real & she is raw ..I love her honesty ..So HUMBLE

[@terrancethompson5184]

Hey I’m so glad I came across your channel I’m an 51 year old black man in Texas you and your family give me inspiration for my family the way y’all get along and care for each other, you’re a very positive person you can tell you have a great spirit and I’ve been going through some rough times lately but watching your channel has helped me big time and I just wanna say thank you 🙏🏾 and God Bless you and your Family

[@hbennett5640]

Same, love and hugs all around. Brooke is such a sweetie, love her reels❤

[@kathyguy8674]

Brooke, you eating that ice cream while showing us your freezer is why I freaking love you! You’re so real and down to earth. And I just cleaned out my freezer but it was such a random mix, but a lot like your avalanche! Keep being you!!

[@PerilousRainbow]

Here’s what I wanna know, if you’re not eating ice cream while cleaning out your freezer are you really cleaning out your freezer 😂

[@tcctocrazytccarson7309]

​@@PerilousRainbow 😂

[@tcctocrazytccarson7309]

I'm here eating the ice cream bars and it made me think of a few random frozen juice bars. I think I might use to help quick set some jello, in place of some ice 🙃

[@melissamartin9064]

I always keep a box of that ice cream in my freezer! It's my grandkids fave!

[@crh.hedgehogs]

I honestly appreciate you leaving in the mistakes instead of trying to make people think you're perfect 🥰 I love that

[@valerief1231]

She’s so precious 💗

[@theresarogerssimpson1280]

I love it it's real.

[@keyweststarr]

She is so funny , iam so glad I found her channel. I love watching feeding her family.

[@juanitataylor6947]

Yeah she thinks outside the box

[@rebeccamurray8047]

I'm waiting for someone to put recipes for all these canned meats let us see how they turn out?

[@kathyscrazylife]

That sweet boy passing out after eating his mama’s cooking just tickles me! 🩷🩷🩷

[@leashy1204]

I love when Brayden gets the BIG EYES 😳 and says "Mmmm thats so good!" And when Kylen faints and then does the👍 from the floor. LOL😂so cute!😍 When they get older they have all these wonderful videos and memories to look back on.

[@mariabperez9672]

Watching you is like spending time with a special friend.

[@ElizabethBattle]

Yes, it is like that! ...a special friend with lots of peppers. Lol

[@LalaCats3]

Please don't feel bad about the cabinets, fridge, or freezer being disorganized. I think that, as frugal people who try to use as much as we can and not waste it, we tend to have a lot of half-packages of foods after a while, and they can be funny-shaped. Plus, we are generally busy with kids, work, chores, so things are going to be a bit hap-hazard at times. I like real life. I can relate to real life. I cannot relate to perfection.

[@janet1744]

I used to think I had to follow recipes but cooking frugally is cheaper, less waste, and uses your brain to see what you can make with what you have. I passed on adding apples to noodles that my brain had thought of. Apple cake would have been nice though.😅

[@loribabycakes1987]

I agree they are the best Ice Cream Haven't had ice cream in 10 + Years It's a Lactose thing 😞😿

[@jennyhardebeck2981]

You are like hanging out with your best girlfriend! You are quirky & so funny. This is the content that people need in their lives! Keep being you! Keep showing your mistakes. It is refreshing. God Bless you & your sweet little family! Much love from Indiana USA 😍

[@angelamiller3911]

Right?!? She's like your ride or die bestie that ya call for everything 😂❤

[@kimberlysmith475]

You are SO REAL, PLEASE keep showing mess-ups and goofs! I feel like you're my best friend 🧡 ❤❤❤

[@Sher1965]

I am happy that your family respects your NO SPEND week.

[@cherylsxavier2975]

Hi Brooke If you can't afford the Mexican creama you can just add a pinch of salt, and juice of 1 lime to a cup of regular sour cream and mix it up. It's just as good as the creama. 😁😋

[@SouthernFrugalMomma]

Ohhh that’s the difference?! I never knew! I love the creama!

[@barbieknight6761]

Really? Thank you for the tip!

[@monaminchau4798]

Great tip! Thank you!

[@hbennett5640]

Love this tip, thanks❤

[@JoyGin222]

I slow cooked chicken thighs in the crock pot over the weekend then shredded it. Yesterday I used some of the shredded chicken, cooked stovetop stuffing, cream of chicken, cream of mushroom, chopped steamed (microwave) broccoli, and a little bit of Worcestershire sauce. Mixed it all up together and baked it. Didn’t even have to use any shredded cheese. It turned out so good. Not healthy but it fed everyone (I have 4 sons) plus some leftovers for lunch today.

[@lorimcbrayer8431]

Delicious!!

[@brendabeelee]

Sounds so yummy!

[@janet1744]

Tasty.😊

[@hbennett5640]

Love honey barbecue chicken thighs in crockpot, just delicious.❤ Going to try your bake!!!

[@tonyasawyer4053]

Thanks for all your help a lot of your ideas I would have never thought of and I am on a fixed income so this helps a lot I have started my emergency pantry and things thanks thanks for watching people that's in the same situation as me God bless

[@janispeterson6381]

Your kids are so well behaved!!!

[@JT-el2kg]

Your freezer is not a mess. It is an abundant blessing

[@laurettespann3951]

When you’re adding dried herbs roll them in your hands first to release the oils. Helps add more flavor.

[@Butterflymiracle]

I have been eating out of my pantry or dollarama Serverly braking my arm in 2s pots and having surgery. It’s been tuff 4 months off work. Your channels has given me some great insight. Back to work and going to slowly restock my pantry. I saw this winter how much it’s needed

[@mariloucaddock6670]

Fyi..if your tortillas are stale...put them on metal tray on warm(200) in oven for 20 minutes..taste fresh!! You can do this with crackers and cereal too!

[@deberalutton6361]

Thank you for this tip

[@marybethsmith6458]

And potato chips too.

[@norahalmquist1345]

Or the air fryer if u have one I cut up and put seasoning in a zip lock with oil of choice then fry boom you have homemade pita chips

[@teresamessick2297]

I do the same thing..

[@jenniferf3704]

Oh Wow!!! What a rollercoaster of emotions! I was laughing at you with that dang ice-cream, then I was sad that you fell down the stairs!!! Then I was happy again that you didn't break your neck!!! I pray that you get good news tomorrow! Please, give us a short video so we don't worry until Friday!! Great dinner ideas as usual. Thank you for all of your hard work. Much love to you and the family. I will be praying for you to heal quickly.! Love ya!!

[@myrapimm3216]

I love your little dumpling, he is precious!!!!

[@missyneumeyer8040]

😂 Girl! I feel SOOOO validated right now! Peppers! Peppers! More peppers! And even MORE peppers!! I'm using you as motivation to get to work!

[@janet1744]

Bell peppers are good nutritionally.

[@Sophia-gu4me]

Chicken and dumplings--woot! I'm looking forward to making them as you showed how! Praying for a quick recovery in Jesus' Name for you!

[@Nisa-gm5wg]

I made the creamy noodles using the tomato sauce and heavy whip. I added a little creole seasoning to spice it up a bit. Sautéed some shrimp and made garlic bread (from homemade bread that was in the freezer). This was such a big hit!!! I had everything either in the freezer or in the pantry. I’ve been watching you for a while and you are the epitome of a wife and mother that’s taking care of her family. Thanks for the great recipes and you’ve got yourself a new subscriber🤗🤗

[@shannonbradley4699]

You're the BEST, Brooke. Even though I am a senior citizen and I live by myself, your videos help me so much. THANK YOU!

[@sherrieoday6848]

Brooke, lunch , tuna melt, egg omelette w cheese bacon bits- egg salad-blt-Texas caviar ( not fish eggs) with rotini noodles- Supper- chicken fried rice with carrots and peppers- chicken tetrazzini- pulled pork Over potatoes then make sandwiches the next day. With the cube steaks make a Salisbury w/ mashed potatoes onions- chicken catchtori ( spelled wrong) oops chicken tacos w bell peppers. Just a few thoughts😊

[@cdd1120]

I am new to your channel. Im a Southern Momma living in the Rockies for over 20 years and you and your channel are helping me return to my roots and foods my own Momma used to make. Thank you for inspiring me to live simply and make do! Your boys are so sweet and lucky to have such a good-cookin Momma! I whipped up a meatloaf and mashed potatas for my son unexpectedly this week and he was as excited and sweet and appreciative as yours are! Totally made me happy and smile 😊! TY for being genuine and showing us its not that hard to make it happen!

[@TinaB_85]

Freezers are so easy to put stuff in, and so surprising when you need to clear them out! I love watching you brainstorm meals! Thank you for sharing your life with us.

[@connief5154]

What is the most funniest part of all of this is that you never even used any of those peppers---🤣. Great video, gonna fix the chicken casserole meal tonight it sounded so good.

[@SouthernFrugalMomma]

I know!! 😂 I have plans I swear lol

[@hbennett5640]

Lol❤❤❤❤

[@kathleenbergin7155]

I love watching you!! I was without my car for a week and had to get creative. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@donnamedley4712]

I peel my carrots with the potato peeler. Works great. I'm sure there are several others here who do it that way, too. 👍

[@Kaythegardener-w5x]

I always potato peel the carrots starting at the thick end. So as the diameter is decreased, it can still be held. I use up those 1/4" thick carrots to add color to stirfrys!!

[@barbaracotham2342]

Sorry about your fall. Hope you have a speedy recovery. I've fa 4 times this year, in my house. Just a freak fall. Its very scary when you have fall. I was sore for about 2 weeks. God bless you and family. I love all your v. THANK you for sharing.😊

[@ADAWGSLIFE]

Brooke so sorry about your ankle! I hope you heal fast! ❤

[@christinewilliams2143]

I'm so glad I found your channel. You are inspiring! I am getting lots of cool ideas from you. Best of all, you are fun to watch 😃

[@kimberlyscrivner9373]

I love mixing chili and Mac and cheese for a good chili Mac. And also just plain spaghetti noodles with chili topped with onions and pepper jack cheese. YUM!

[@sarahkmorin-garcia3488]

Praying for your ankle's speedy recovery, Brooke! You may be able to make a chicken cacciatore (non alcoholic) with ALL the peppers and the cauliflower rice if you have Canned diced tomatoes and mushrooms in your pantry and you can use the chicken leg quarters. Just A thought, because i plan on doing it too during this nonspending week!😅

[@brendawilliams7836]

My mother always made her dumplings with her hands. So much easier! Your chicken and dumplings look delicious!

[@shirleyculbeth3791]

Hey Brooke I have sent you a few messages on this name Granmmomoo, this is my mothers acct. So Melissa is my name . You are my hero! Never listen to anyone that says anything different! You have changed my buying groceries and cooking! I used to buyover 600.00 in groceries a month. Now my house is stocked well enough if the Apocalypse

[@justcallmesuzzie]

And, that is why your teen boy loves to cook! Give him the opportunity to step up and show you what he can do!

[@cynthiajudkins2250]

Hi Brooke for tonight's dinner I made meatball sub sandwich, chips and homemade cucumber salad, and Thursday night is always leftovers for dinner 😋

[@soniabennett1674]

Lately, been making homemade bread. Really easy but very delicious. We don't waste a thing and no preservatives.

[@savinja25]

Man, those chicken and dumplings looked amazing! This was a great video, thanks!! 😃

[@lorihackett7458]

I so love watching you cook you are so honest and don't fix or change anything before we see. I laugh so much watching you. I was saying you need peppers in every dinner 😂😂

[@JeanetteParmantie-jq5xy]

THANK YOU for showing us how to feed people without spending any money.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@vuluptua1977]

Thank you! I have an entire freezer i haven't been in in ages..been scared tbh. Lol. Time to tackle it 🎉 wonderful inspiration and your honesty and relatability is why we love you ❤❤❤ btw it really wasn't that bad 🙏🏽♥️♥️♥️ blessings and love to all of your family and please thank your Husband belatedly for his service and sacrifice xx

[@naynayspreppingkitchen7527]

Praying your ankles not broken Brook. Been there done that on stairs. Great job on the no spend meals.

[@viviannichols3582]

Great video! Looking forward to part two! And I hope your ankle is feeling better. ❤

[@amybell5181]

Did I hear your husband say love you? If so how sweet and cute was that!! families need more of that especially spouses.

[@AuntVickiesCraftCorner]

It sounded like Brey

[@BeckkBear]

Love this. All your videos are real and honest but this one hits different. I feel this and this is the area I need to work on more cause I CANNOT stand half packages of crap.

[@diannegrimes1471]

Oh poor thing. Seriously. Hopefully it heals fast. I know what it's like to have hurting parts and still trying to cook up something edible. My knee has been giving me fits. I love your content. I'll say one for you, love ya guys❤

[@MsWhoDat1]

Oh my, watching you make your dumplings brought back so many memories. That’s how I was taught to make them 40 plus years ago!! I made dumplings, biscuits, & johnnycakes

[@melissaanderson6581]

I finally got a better freezer I can be more organized and I love your shows

[@GlendaStouffer]

Cream is cream! Sweet and simple! It's cream in spanish.

[@kimknowlton3334]

You absolutely crack me up and I love your transparency and real life.

[@debdeb4591]

So sorry about your ankle Brooke. You still made your video happy and uplifting. Hope all goes well at your Dr. visit. Prayers for you.

[@mollyanonymous925]

Just so you know, if you have stale chips/crackers you don’t have to throw them away! Put them on a baking sheet, put them in an oven that has been warmed to 350 degrees. Bake for 5 minutes and take out and dump onto another baking sheet that has a single layer of paper towels on it. (It prevents condensation as it cools.) let it cool completely which normally only takes 5 minutes. Check to see if as crispy as you want. If not, repeat the process. So easy and no more wasted crackers and chips!

[@barbmac75]

I think it’s a good tip that you always use sharp cheddar. It is more flavorful. Most cheese I can’t even taste in a dish.

[@castledykesfarm3396]

I hope your ankle heals quickly and beware of those stairs. Fortunately, I live in a one-story house but in September 2021, I did manage to slip on a patch of water on my kitchen floor, flew across the kitchen and slammed my left humerus on the lower cabinet and fell onto the floor and shattered my right kneecap. Two surgeries (and a plate in my arm), two months in a rehab facility, six months with an ankle to thigh knee immobilizer and I've learned to be extra careful how and where I walk now.

[@tinashort9098]

Oh no!!!! I’m so sorry!!! I hope you’re doing better❤

[@castledykesfarm3396]

@@tinashort9098 thank you Tina. Considering I’ll be 78 in a couple of weeks and also have rheumatoid arthritis, I think I’m doing fairly well and I’m happy to be walking on my own two feet! I can do most things I did before, albeit much more slowly, but kneeling is still painful and I’ve only done it long enough to bathe my dog in the tub. She’s too big for the sink. She and I walk and have managed 1.7 miles so far. Yeah!

[@tinashort9098]

@@castledykesfarm3396 I hope you continue to improve every day!!!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@Purple0fairy0bunny]

We love to use sloppy joe sauce instead of tomato sauce in chili. Its amazing

[@kathleencurry9124]

fun fact. My grandpa introduced us as kids to putting peanut butter on garlic toast to eat with spaghetti. Super yummy. Love your videos, you're down to earth and you have the best sense of humor! Hope you heal well!!

[@natashawilliams7139]

So going to try that sounds yummy!!

[@patriciagates9115]

To anchor a cutting mat, place a slightly damp dish towel on the countertop first. It helps prevent slipping, scratching, and impact damage to the countertop finish while chopping or cutting.

[@tinashort9098]

Looks just like my sweet Mama’s chicken and dumplings!!! She made her dumplings just like you do!!! Fantastic!!!!!❤❤❤❤. I fell at work in front of about 500 people at a monster truck show we were having!! I just tore every bit of meat off of both knees!!! I was so embarrassed!!! I tripped over a water hose!! That was 2 months ago and my left one is still sore!! I hope you heal quickly sweet girl ❤

[@marjoriejohnson4559]

If somebody doesn't like mushrooms(me) you can use cream of chicken or cream of celery. I'll bet Andy Griffith would approve of the Ritz topped casserole.😂

[@victoriasugent6288]

Brooke, I am praying for a speedy recovery for you. So sorry the accident happened!

[@Zinapw8]

Brooke, a/k/a Tumblina, take care of yourself!!! We can't have you hobbling around like Dusty did. 🤗❤

[@lindacano437]

FYI...Someone turned me on to a great tip years ago. She said if I have stale crackers, chips or cereal to just spread them out on a cookie sheet and bake at 200 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes, let cool and place in a ziploc baggie. I have saved so many stale items this way and I love it. My kids have never learned the habit of closing any bag in their entire lives. Also I take stale bread, rolls, etc. and spray the inside of a paper lunch bag and heat them up the same way. I hope this helps you out.

[@dancieteague6854]

On Ritz crackers we add cheese to crackers mixture but it's really good. Also broccoli and peppers with all those peppers . Great video

[@BergenholtzChannel]

That chicken Ritz casserole reminds me of a dip I once had at a party. Maybe that was what it was!

[@CraftyCassie6910]

I’ve also been meaning to go through my fridge freezer and my deep freezer. It’s on my to do list but sometimes it just gets pushed back because I look inside, sigh and close the door/lid. 😂 I’m always stocking up on meat when I see it marked down or a really good deal so I’m sure it’s mostly meat and some veggies from last years garden. Have a blessed week Brooke & family! I hope your ankle feels better quickly! 🙏🏻❤️

[@aHavenForTheLost]

You're so relatable and it makes me feel a bit more normal. The whole cutting board thing is me lol. You're awesome. Never change and God bless❤

[@candyeolney30]

We’ve been having a no spend week here and cleaning out too. It’s been out of necessity but so glad I was stocked up. Now time to stock up again! Hope your ankle is good when you go to the doctor. Take care.

[@BettyHorn]

Prayers for your ankle! And I am stealing your chili! I think my hubby will like it a lot! Thanks for all you do, Brooke, and your dedication even under injury! You rock!

[@ericarandall2692]

I hope your ankle heals quickly! Sometimes ligament damage can be worse than a break. Take care!

[@MargaretKearsey-dv1nk]

That is absolutely true

[@TeresaDMouth]

Sorry about your ankle. I knocked a can of evaporated milk from an upper cabinet this morning. So I'm joining you on the injured list. Hope to get an x-ray tomorrow morning that my Dr ordered for me. Praying for both of us.❤

[@SouthernFrugalMomma]

Oh lord have mercy!! Hope you are ok!!

[@TeresaDMouth]

Waiting for a ride to local small hospital to get it x-ray today. Praying for your foot 🙏

[@cathyblock7680]

Hope you both have quick&complete recovery

[@adrianakessler384]

Well, you are doing okay w the freezer🥶-you were still able to identify everything!🤣

[@DuchessOfQuilt]

That sauce on the spaghetti is my favourite sauce. We call it Rosé sauce. It’s wonderful on baked tortellini with cheese on top of course! Hope you heal quickly! ❤️

[@GlendaStouffer]

I like canned peas and carrots in mine. It adds color and of course flavor!

[@BabsAmato1]

Poor Brooke, so sorry about your ankle. You are a treasure so hang in there.

[@charliebyerly3931]

Once covid/stay at home happened and then some shelves started being emptied, I had food inventory lists going and kept track of what I ate everyday. I'd fry or scramble a dozen or more eggs and freeze them. I got powdered milk and Anthony's powdered cheese (just real cheese that is dried and powdered) in case fresh cheese and milk wasnt available. Got to the point, I realized I had plenty on hand. We had had a 20% pay cut with covid so I tried going for how long without buying groceries. I went a month and a half before I decided to go get fresh stuff, but helped on budget! All those sale things we get to save money end up costing money if we dont end up using it and have to toss it.

[@kitkat-fw3wy]

Hope you’re doing better!! Great video with good ideas. Everything looked yummy! Take care🥰

[@sherrysawyer6819]

So sorry about your ankle! Thankful you are better now!🙏🏼💗

[@klcampy]

More great content! Thank you for sharing! And if you were wearing a pink sleeveless dress from Walmart when you were making the chicken nachos, I have the same one!

[@theresarogerssimpson1280]

Brooke you are not alone lol at times I also 😂 can't talk.

[@rubyjones679]

Love ya girl and I am so glad you are ok!!!! ❤

[@jennifermartin1775]

Love you guys. Brooke I pray your feeling better and that everything goes well with your doctor.💐

[@maurinadittenhaffer6140]

Brooke Thank you for for keeping it real. My freezer often looks like yours but I recently used up everything . I was inspired by your videos. You come up with great ideas for dinner. Love chicken and ritz casserole

[@janet1744]

Salty with Ritz.

[@julien4594]

Hi Brook, I just found you and subscribed. I watched your blessing box video and immediately went to your channel This is my second video and you're great!! One tip would be to use a towel under your cutting board and then it won't slide. I'm looking forward to watching more!!

[@aimee2234]

Great video & one of the many reasons I love you so much, Brooke! Perfect timing. We have a freezer full in the garage. We never go out there. Came just in time to remind me. I hope you have a fantastic day and may God heal you swiftly! xoxo

[@dellawhalen3937]

Hope you heal soon! Thank you for all you do! 🥰

[@joannewitzel7422]

You are making me hungry!!

[@joannhutchinson3030]

The best tools that gave us is our hands and fingers I always use my hands to miss stuff

[@jackiecota-ne8ye]

Girl, I'm binge watching you and just wanted to say YOU ARE TERRIFIC! Love your home cookin recipes. Ur meals look sooo delish!!! New friend from California ❤

[@SauerPatchGardening]

I am so accident prone! This is something that would happen to me while planning a family get together! I hope it heals quickly.

[@hobocampmama4905]

I think I'll call you Pepper, from now on! Brooke, you have a lot of goodies I can't wait to see what you come up with ( writing before I watch!) I so appreciate you and what you do. It's rough out here in the mama trenches! My freezer is full of peppers too! We have such hopes for peppers!🤣

[@wafiyyahlatif383]

I love love love your tips and tricks but I really be waiting for the baby to eat. I be like….. there he goes! Lol. He makes me chuckle every single time.

[@kathybrown8026]

Sure hope your ankle gets better soon and happy belated Memorial Day! Good food as always!!

[@x.y.7385]

Tortilla chips never get stale, just a little chewy! If it isn't green or fuzzy it's good to eat !

[@mishaelriffle9618]

You are so relatable! I often have a couple of packs of garlic bread because my kids won't ear my homemade with toasted white bread, garlic powder, minced garlic and butter.

[@barbaracotham2342]

Great video as always.♥️🇺🇲💖 Happy New Year to everybody.♥️🇺🇲💖

[@belindabrinkmeier9439]

Blessings to you Brooke, I hope you’re appointment is good news.