Stay at home mom routines | baking, canning, and homemaking

Baking sourdough bread, pressure canning soup, and making meals from scratch for my family plus chatting a little bit about a stay-at-home mom life in this week's video!
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One Hour Yeast Buns:
1.5 C warm milk
1 T instant yeast
2 T sugar
1 t salt
2 T olive oil
4 cups AP flour
egg for egg wash
Mix all ingredients in a large bowl, knead the dough until smooth, shape immediately into 9 buns and place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet to proof. Once buns have doubled in size, brush with egg wash and bake at 375 for 20 minutes or until golden brown on top.
One Pot Hamburger Helper from Scratch:
2lb ground beef, browned and drained
10 oz dry bowtie pasta
1 quart bone broth
25 oz. jar pasta sauce
1 t salt
1/2 t pepper
1/2 t garlic powder
1/2 t onion powder
1/2 t Italian seasoning
2 cups shredded white cheddar
Brown and drain the beef, then return to a large skillet, add remaining ingredients except for cheese, stir, and simmer covered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is cooked. Stir in cheese, cover for another 5 minutes then remove from heat and serve.
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[@justpatty7328]

I'm praying for you to have an easy delivery and no postpartum issues. God bless.

[@HopewellHeights]

Thank you so much!

[@conniebedard4522]

The best channel I found for scoring options is food geek. I learned so many. I loved it

[@conniebedard4522]

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[@hunnyl0ve]

I can't get over how amazing you look! Your hair, your skin, so radiant! Motherhood was meant for you! 💕

[@praying4America43]

Don't ever worry about someone getting upset about how you can or what you cook or how you feed your family or any of that, because it's your business and your family. I think you are doing a better job than many people do not pregnant but as I said, it's whatever you want for your family. Prayers for you all and the new baby. Prayers for a perfect delivery and prayers you stay healthy with no problems

[@AussieAngeS]

I believe you are gifted and very blessed. I love how organised you are, and even though you are so busy, you still homeschool your children. Blessings for an easy childbirth 💕

[@jenniferquezada6132]

I have 3-4 weeks left till baby and I WOULD LOVE a video on meals I can prep now for when I'm recovering! Thank you sister! Speaking the name of Jesus over your birth and recovery!

[@lorikibler6075]

Your channel needs to come with a warning label because it’s so addicting. 😊

[@meggo6673]

oh mama...I'm sorry about your postpartum thyroid issues. With my five, I had such a horrible oversupply (like 40 oz per day after feeding my big babies) which caused recurrent mastitis. I also had horrible morning sickness. It was a very hard time but I feel so blessed to have this big family and you're right- it's worth it! I'll be praying for you.

[@sarahburke1576]

Ever since the kids were very little we had what I called “quiet time”. It is so needed for a stay at home mom!

[@SimplyHomemadeHomestead]

Just started my sourdough journey a week ago- my friend was so kind to share her “old faithful” with me 😆 Thank you for sharing all your knowledge of sourdough and homemaking … I’m a stay at home mother of a 10 month old and loving every minute of learning about being a homemaker myself 🥰 Also I absolutely love your dresses! I have a very difficult time finding dresses that are more modest and comfortable ☺️ Prayers for you, baby and family by the way 🤍

[@marjoryvick1179]

##### Look at 24:52 time stamp. Did your son give us the bird?????

[@windy42305]

I don’t have kids, but I still find tips like this helpful to organize and prepare for my husband and I. Thank you! ❤

[@sundrops5807]

Really enjoyed this video

[@candacecc]

Love this content! Thank you so much! 🤍

[@tsilbaugh5314]

I appreciate very in depth tutorials !! Thank you!!

[@mendipierce7284]

Thank you for the canning tutorial; it was excellent! Also, I definitely need more homemade soup in my life!

[@sandragonzalez8690]

Love your videos!!!!! i’m halfway making your recipe of sourdough starter, I am on the fifth day. Really excited to finally make my sourdough bread.❤❤❤❤

[@faigee3493]

Thanks so much . I'll look into the Berkley 😊

[@bluebird7546]

The soup is perfect for this time of the year ❤ You’re Right about Amish canning in fact some don’t even pressure can, they only do water bath. Our country is one of the few that use pressure canners in a home setting. It comes down to using your own judgement when canning “unapproved “ recipes.

[@SarahsOctoberHome]

always enjoy your videos, Steph.🕯️🫶🏻

[@relliot1000]

Your videos are my favorite. Your tip about feeding my starter more flour and less water allowed me to bake my very first sourdough loaf! I’m so thankful for your videos teaching me so much!

[@faithreyes8797]

Prayers for a safe delivery when the time comes and a quick recovery this time. I love your recipes!!

[@cindy-dwellings-theheartof7858]

So love this Stephanie! Yes, teach as though I know nothing, like I'm 5! As you've said so many times, folks have different techniques, tips and tricks! Thanks such for all you share!

[@FatemahIsOkay]

I love your kitchen but its the first time I see the other side of it I think its called the batters pantry ! so nice

[@serenababy6358]

I wish I knew more about postpartum issues before I had one. Thanks for sharing your journey and how you take care of yourself.

[@annaberlin1257]

I just wanted to let you know , I just started watching your channel this week. I have been searching for sourdough starter! I just love your videos. Very homey and I love that you talk about Jesus, proverbs etc! Just a great feeling here!!!❤❤❤ good luck with your baby and birth! I will keep watching.

[@andreablackler9193]

Thanks for your amazing videos I’m thinking 🤔 about canning and baking fresh bread 🍞. I wish I had these skills when my children were young 😊

[@dappledaylight2628]

Thank you for sharing this. Wonderful info. What kind of wrap is that that you used to cover the large oblong loaf before you put it in the fridge?

[@matteobevilacqua1340]

To prevent jars from cracking when cooling down, my grandma puts a blanket on them, so they can cool down slower (I looked it up on yt and other people do this too) Just a cool tip 😊

[@janaesvagera1668]

Can you please do a home tour? Your home looks so beautiful and I love how its decorated! I would love to see videos about this! Thank you so much for sharing with us.... you are an inspiration

[@judymay4469]

You're bread turned out beautiful as well as you're initial on top.Thanks for sharing with us.God bless you &you're Family

[@HopewellHeights]

Thank you!

[@Speakup117]

I love your channel and your chill and detailed commentary. I'm literally just going through every single video you have. I'm a little embarrassed to say I fell asleep to your calm voice last night 😂 ❤

[@thefordfarm4494]

I stumbled across your page. It really blesses me to see like minded mama's. We have 7 babies and 1 on the way. Continue being a virtuous woman. A woman after God's own heart. ❤

[@APeacefulPursuit]

This is helpful! I'm a stay at home mom but financially I work part time from home and I have to give myself a lot of grace with the schedule because of that. It's helpful for me to hear how other people run their homes and to realize that I'm not doing anything wrong - sometimes life happens and we adjust accordingly! You're glowing also, mama ❤

[@Elizabethhwill]

Your hair is so beautiful!! I notice it in every video haha. I love watching your videos they’re very encouraging as a homemaker myself! 🥰

[@HopewellHeights]

Thank you so much!! ❤️

[@jess309]

I batch cooked 8/9 weeks worth of evening meals and desserts,i did full meals, some that was just ready to dump into the slow cooker, some ready to go into the oven (like seasoned meat) it was incredible!! This is my fourth baby and i wish id of done it with my first! It was so so good, baby is now 14 weeks and im back in the kitchen loving life. Edit - i also had a freebirth and wild pregnancy and it was again the best choice id made in pregnancy!

[@gratefultammy]

Gastritis is very painful I battle with it too . Beautiful soups

[@jayyoung8892]

I would love to see a video about all your supplements you take for your thyroid I have the same issues and would love to learn more about helping myself naturally

[@BostonBorn]

I mix my grains for a terrific flavor and texture. For flavor, I use a 2-1-1 combination, 2 parts einkorn, 1 part spelt and 1 part kamut. Fir texture I use a 2/3-1/3 ratio of freshly milled grain (above) and an organic artisan all-purpose. My family absolutely loves this combination.

[@NicoleHoltActress]

Just wanted to let you know that you 'made me' start a sourdough starter :) I'm on day 4 today and will attempt to make the chocolate chip cookies with the discard tonight. I'm hoping to bake my first sourdough bread this weekend. Thanks!!

[@HopewellHeights]

So excited for you!

[@isaacd839]

I definitely caught that little guy giving us the finger too😂 what a booger! I have 2 boys myself. They will be boys. Gotta love em. LOVE this video

[@asoulalignedhowgodhealshis6682]

I add a little of my yogurt to my einkorn breads. It does do something good for the texture.

[@CreativeTrish]

I did it🥰 My first “experimental” loaf…wasn’t “right”. I’m in Florida so the humidity affects how much flour I need. I just trashed it & watched your video until my dough looked like your “shaggy” dough. Hubs loves it❣️Thank you🤗

[@HopewellHeights]

Oh this makes me so happy!!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽 🥖

[@MrsIzzy52]

I am a newbie to sourdough and as of yet haven’t started making it but your videos have been fabulous in teaching me a better way than others. I measure with my heart and I have a good feel for food in general. It’s just my hubby David , I and our Cocker Spaniel dog Stanley. I am disabled and mostly bedbound but I want back into my kitchen so I have a stool for disaabled folk which means I can cook again. My gut is very unpredictable but i have noticed that eating Rye sourdough has eased a lot of my problems, my niece is also very ill with breast cancer and she is in chemo at the moment but she and I are both changing our food for the better and we are going to be doing your sourdough starter from scratch using Rye for me with a little all purpose and she is going all purpose with bread flour so we will be comparing our couple of starters that we are making, she is 350 miles away from me in England and I am a true Scotswoman, I can’t wait to be able to make our style of pancakes using sourdough. Mind you I won’t be allowed many as a diabetic but one thing we have noticed in our home is that Stanley is a bread snob, he will only ever eat sourdough bread if I have some to share. Your baby bump is out of this world and I can’t wait to see this little one snuggled while mama works. If you don’t share then I totally understand I just wanted to say a huge thank you to you for having us in your home & for teaching us along the way. Much love to you & your family Isabella ❤

[@intentionallymade]

I also started with einkorn when I began my bread and sourdough journey but the jovial KZbin videos helped so much and I feel like I can do anything now because I was able to do that haha. Except whole wheat does get me at times.

[@HopewellHeights]

You make a great point! Mastering einkorn does make everything else seem like a piece of cake 🤣

[@kristenmcmunn8342]

Sounds familiar.. My hubby doesn't like most soups either. Not hardy enough to fill him! Lol thanks for your content, I'm learning to make sourdough starter and very hopeful!

[@HopewellHeights]

You are so welcome!

[@ericaclark8891]

Love your style! What is the information on your countertops? I LOVEEEEE THEM!

[@HopewellHeights]

Thank you! They black is soapstone and the white is quartz

[@marilynrobertson6265]

Newbie here ❤ loved the video.

[@kerryannpassarello2873]

I have started a sourdough started following your method and guidance. It’s been 15 days now and I am getting a frothy bubbly sourdough however it doesn’t even come close to doubling between the 12 hours of feeding. Any advise would help!! Thank you your hard work of inspiring use all in the ways of homesteading.

[@Emilyann04]

Hi! Have you ever tried giving up gluten for your thyroiditis? I have thyroid issues popstpartum as well, and this helped tremendously. There’s some link with gluten & thyroid. Although it’s so sad to give up sourdough! Thought I would mention it 😊

[@laurenmellema1815]

What do you do with the tea discard? Curious if you can give it to your chickens or cattle?

[@lorindathompson9268]

You can try drinking milk kefir postpartum for digestive issues

[@tsilbaugh5314]

Okay, that hamburger helper looks sooo good!!

[@jesiennywrzos8141]

I really like baking bread, just like you, but with yeast. AFTER the last video, I decided to make sourdough and a new adventure. I've had it for a week now and I'm going to make the cake today. I don't know what the outcome will be, but I'm curious what the effect will be. Greetings and health to your child.

[@stephaniehicken2083]

Hi I’m new here. Do you mill your grains ever? Why or why not?

[@stephaniebloodworth7990]

Hi, I have just started making sourdough four days in .I have a few questions . What kind of flour are you actually using? I know you said to use unbleached, flour now the second question I have when it is time for me to discard what do I do with the discard? Do I feed it or start making pancakes or cookies with it? And is it enough?

[@Forage_and_hunt]

Are you able to do a video on how you voice over and what camara you use etc 😊

[@susanvelez6534]

You are truly exceptional, and your guidance has been invaluable. Today, I'm engaging in the art of crafting a sourdough loaf with confidence, thanks to your thorough teachings. Your methodical, step-by-step approach is reminiscent of effective learning, akin to guiding a baby, and I appreciate it immensely. Reflecting on my nursing school experience, the pace was intense, but diligent questioning led to success in all classes. As I approach retirement after dedicating years to my family, I've spent the past year exploring personal pursuits. With grown children and newfound time, I've embarked on a home-based business, relishing the freedom it brings. Your channel has been a source of inspiration and joy for me. Today, I'm contemplating adding an extra touch to my loaf( the S my initial too lol ) Blessings to you, and if you ever require assistance after the baby, don't hesitate to reach out-I'll be there. ❤️🙋🏻‍♀️

[@HopewellHeights]

You’re too kind!! ❤️

[@morningstarhomestead]

If you would like to learn to make absolutely delicious whole grain sourdough, there is a KZbin channel called Ellie's everyday sourdough. It really does require a different technique, but in my opinion, the results are so worth it. I enjoy the flavor so much more and I rarely use all-purpose when making bread now

[@crystalgibson8058]

Where do you buy all of your spices?

[@bambam6510]

What is your counter top made of ? Didn’t think you could transfer a super hot cast iron out of an oven to any counter top aside from metal or aluminium?

[@vnickcolvin4971]

Which brand 😊 canner are you using here?

[@spoonfulofbranston8042]

thanks i know that only if the soil that they were grown in had sufficient amount and you dont know for sure thats why I wanted the powder thank you though

[@amygretchenstudio]

How do you clean your wood cutting board?

[@brianamartin5303]

Praying you have an easier postpartum! I will say, I have hashimotos and selenium has helped my thyroid a ton and so has fish oil, magnesium, and vitamin d3.

[@HopewellHeights]

So glad you have found a helpful routine! Thyroid problems really do take a toll 😬

[@designsbydriedgers]

Also pregnant expecting little one this spring, I found out that taking Can-Prev brand thyroid support and the same brand adrenal support. If I didn’t take them I’d have severe morning sickness then cpl weeks forgot bout them cuz I felt fine, lately noticed I felt dead tired and entire body felt puffy swollen heavy 😆, from Canada and I can order them online or find at my Safeway grocery store

[@Forage_and_hunt]

Your looking beautiful as always 💕

[@catherinedesouza6758]

Hi! Just wondering where did you get that cutting board? 😮

[@HopewellHeights]

It was a gift from my mom, she bought it locally!

[@brookegraham3823]

Where do you get your glasses?

[@landerosee5264]

Thank you for sharing! How long did you proof your sandwich buns for?

[@HopewellHeights]

If you use the proof setting on the oven it only takes 30-45 min!

[@landerosee5264]

Thank you!! Have a blessed day.

[@landerosee5264]

Hi again! So, I'm about to bake my buns, but I noticed some " deflated " after the egg wash. Any suggestions? Thank you in advance.

[@landerosee5264]

Oh, and my dough wasn't as elastic. Did it need more liquid or kneading?

[@from.alaina]

What do you clean your countertops with? :)

[@HopewellHeights]

I’m currently using this concentrate - natural and cheap! earthley.com/product/cleaning-spray-concentrate/ref/hopewellheights/

[@AbenaMcKenzieSoapiphany]

Little o e flipped a bird! 😅🐦

[@hannahryland2256]

Where do you get your clothes from? I love them!

[@HopewellHeights]

I have two of the dresses I wore in this video linked in the description!

[@spoonfulofbranston8042]

may I ask what selenium you are using I cant find a source of powder? please

[@kittyrichards9915]

Brazil nuts and raw pepitas (pumpkin seeds) are very good for thyroid function

[@judykhaleck8034]

How old were you and your husband when you guys first became to new parents? Were you both homeschooled?

[@faigee3493]

I see you have a countertop water purifier. Can you tell us more about that please or send us a link

[@JenniferJones-ll4sf]

How big is your oval dutch oven?

[@stormydazeASMR]

I completely understand the thyroiditis. I live every day with an auto-immune disease called Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. I was diagnosed at 23 and am 37 now.

[@HopewellHeights]

Oh I’m so sorry, it really does take a toll

[@savannahroserecipes]

Do you have any prenatal supplement recommendations? There's so many options and my doctor said to buy any brand as long as it has folic acid, but I know they aren't all created equal.

[@HopewellHeights]

I do have a pretty good routine I am happy with - I need to put together a list!

[@DiannaBarbee]

How do you clean your banatan liner ...

[@HopewellHeights]

I just throw them in the wash with everything else!

[@judykhaleck8034]

Do you know Healthy Elizabeth, Rowes Risings, Bre Ellis, Acre Homestead, Seed and Sparrow Homestead, and Farmhouse On Boone?

[@HopewellHeights]

I know of a couple of them!

[@judykhaleck8034]

@@HopewellHeights Just out of curiosity which one do you know personally?

[@Alyersa]

I have a silly question, I have always wondered what you store in those wood/metal thingys on each side of your stove? Lol

[@cassieuebersetzig288]

I always wonder that too!

[@Alyersa]

@@cassieuebersetzig288 I’m just nosy I guess lol

[@m4shey539]

Can you adopt me? I'm only 68yrs old so I would spend the day in the kitchen with you and gladly help. I do windows!! Ladies like you I am in awe of. So so smart in this day and age! Back in the day we fell for the "if you dont work outside the home you're less", propaganda. I would like a do over! Could watch you every day! Thank you for all the knowledge you give! God Bless you and your lil family!

[@leolacole1469]

Not sure if you noticed something your son did when you were getting something out of the refrigerator. I had to watch it several times and he’s being a boy which made me chuckle 🤭 and then how he checked to see if you noticed. Boys will be boys. 😉

[@jamief1623]

I had to watch a couple times too. I was laughing mostly at his reaction to see if he was caught by Stephanie.

[@user-annabelle]

Juste un petit bonjour de France en Provence 😊. Vos videos sont sublimes et tres utiles.mais quel travail ! KZbin demande beaucoup de travail en plus de votre belle , magnifique famille et maison..alors un grand grand merci 😊😊😊 Je vous souhaite que des bonnes choses pour ces jours a venir. Ou habitez vous? Desolee je n'a pas vues toutes vos vidéos..juste un regret,quand je lis votre description il est impossible de mettre " traduction" pour lire en français.je suis mauvaise en anglais... Annabelle

[@HopewellHeights]

Hello! We live in the Midwest US!

[@ljjdsee]

This may be completely useless information, but my mom has thyroid problems and supplements iodine. Anyway, thank you so much for all your videos! ❤

[@HopewellHeights]

Thank you!! I do iodine too, super important for thyroid support!

[@ljjdsee]

😊

[@faigee3493]

I am sorry comma I asked you in a previous video about your water purifier on the counter and I may have Inadvertently deleted that comment or you did not answer. I am very curious. We live in the country. We live in canada but I am very interested in getting something like this

[@HopewellHeights]

Hi! It’s a Berkey!

[@aprilhampton6298]

The only thing better than cheese is more cheese.

[@naominagata1127]

[@user-ld1xv1xx1i]

Hello what is your first name??? and when is your little one due ??? I am new and would love to watch and learn some new ways of cooking and bakeing . It must take up a lot of time to care for a large family i have a friend that has 12 children and a husband she has no time for herself.. I love to cook and bake. Gypsy.

[@jessrael9737]

I swear I saw her son flip off the camera?

[@Housewifeforhim]

Are you guys Catholic? 🙏🏻

[@HopewellHeights]

Yes 😊

[@Housewifeforhim]

That makes me love your channel even more! God bless you!

[@laurenrice9340]

Me, too! I’m old, but it’s nice to see another Catholic Homemaker. I love watching your vids & am planning on going back to look at how to get started w sour dough. (I’m lAte to the party on that one.)