STOP watching Crappy Stockpile, Inflation Meal Prep videos. Do THIS instead. Sorry YouTubers🤐

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Is the cost of food rising? Yes! But you have many more options than buying tons of food with money you may not have. Shop with knowledge, not fear, using the tips our grandma’s knew! Links to recipes and products is in the description box! xoxo Cassandra

[@PrestigefashionUK]

😢A

[@faithboothman9496]

Thank you for this, we have not stocked up on food at all and we don't intend to do that. What we have done is buy less food and there for we have less waste. We are still working on having less waste and we keep improving.

[@bobbyfabiano]

@@faithboothman9496 my food consists of real food. I don't buy pre-made stuff I buy organic, and I grow my own. I ferment everything,and I eat Keto and I eat one meal a day, extremely healthy. The cure to all diseases is fasting. I fast 23 and a half hours a day. Stay thin and stay healthy.

[@sylviabeam8483]

sweetheart I can't tell you how much I enjoy your videos. your a beautiful lady that's loaded with personality and smart. you inspirer us all. God bless you always

[@sylviabeam8483]

sweetheart I heard you mention your dear nana and remembered your heart breaking video of losing her. I just want you to know I remember your dear heart hurting

[@memefree3101]

Thank you! I'm so tired of the fear mongering on the food prep channels. They have a lot of great points but the panicking needs to stop. I do what I can and let faith handle the rest. Have a great day y'all.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Amen, sis! There are so many other ways to run an efficient/prepared kitchen by learning to use what you have to the full. I hadn't intended on making this video, but as a regular YT viewer, I couldn't find this type of video, and felt the nudging to make it. Many of us aren't oblivious to whats happening, but let's stress the importance of food preservation, zero waste cooking, and how you can still eat well with a little improvisation, cooking with scraps and thankfulness for what you already have. Blessings on your week, sweet friend!

[@alpacafarmnboers]

There are some content creators who have strayed away from their regular content and just posting Doomsday videos daily. I’m the first person to say stock up, grow what you can, preserve what you can…. However, the daily panicky content gives me so much anxiety that I can’t watch. I appreciate you. I don’t comment often but I watch.. I’m in my 60’s and when I trying to come up with ideas…I watch you.

[@ThisBraveHeart]

Yes! At the beginning when the food shortage was supposed to start prices shot up because of the fear mongering. But now that we’re deep into this I haven’t seen anything not in stock and prices are dropping. And I’m in one of the busiest cities, San Diego.

[@southerngal7899]

Same here @MeMe Free. I've started deleting all the ones with those thumbnails screaming the fear mongering. I just found this channel tonight and she's nowhere like that. Ty for the video. Glad I found your channel. Have a great weekend. 🙏🙏✝️

[@MelanatedHomesteadher]

Same here sheesh 🙄

[@ashtorfarm8866]

Another way to freeze eggs is to use silicone cup cake liners. Each liner holds two scrambled eggs. After freezing thoroughly, remove the “pucks” from the silicone lined muffin pan and place into a freezer bag.

[@rebekahpike5686]

THANK YOU, love this approach. Too many people panicking out there about food "shortages" and not understanding that the real problem for those of us in the U.S. is going to be learning to cook and shop in a very strategic, budget-friendly way. There's a misunderstanding of the problem and people are jumping to the wrong solution. Thanks for all these practical resources.

[@sweetembrace6706]

no one is misunderstanding. capitalism kills.

[@ravenlaughs9757]

Earth tries to feed us we ignore what's being served eat wild, learn your mycelium. People fear what they do not understand, this is why people are panicking. The majority of people do not know their food unless it comes in pretty packages. This will be changing and for the betterment of mankind.

[@yesenia3816]

Amen

[@joebrowning2358]

Most channels would have made a dozen videos out of this much information. Well done. Love your energy

[@kwhite7344]

My son with autism heard you say peanut butter and he started watching the video with me and he hit the like button! He likes to make his own peanut butter in our Vitamix blender. Great video again!!

[@jasminenash9142]

My local grocery store discounts meat, eggs, dairy and produce when it gets close to its Best Buy date. I love stocking up and freezing or canning those items to save even more. I am also a huge fan of reusable items. I just got several reusable canning lids for my birthday! Now I don’t have to worry about shortages on metal lids. Thank you for sharing your tips Cassandra :)

[@ajb.822]

You'll have to let us know how you like them ! ( the reusable canning lids). When I was deciding to buy some lids in bulk to save and stock up, last year, I looked into them but wasn't sure.. they had a lot of reviewers saying they had more fails with them sealing, than normal. I don't recall for sure if that was incl. the 1st time they used them, but I think so. That plus the fact ( according to the item description) that they only last for a handful of times canning with them, I decided to instead just buy a big bulk bunch of the regular kind. I got them from a company called Fennimores or something like that. I have had no issue with their genaric lids and rings until this year, when I ran into an issue getting several of the wide mouth rings to start threading onto a batch of wide mouth pint Kerr jars (which were also slightly taller than normal, got em at a thrift sale, wonder if it was that batch of jars... ? But, my older rings which are mostly probably Kerr brand, screwed on). A lot of my old rings are awfully rusty (probly from back before I knew to always rake them off the jars b4 storing 😁😕, so, I'd broken out a new batch of the no-names ). Anyways, buying a batch if like 90 lids at once, of generic esp. , saved a LOT per lid. Unlike the ones on Amazon, these ones seemed to be made in the US, too. The generic on Amazon are made in China and have a LOT of bad reviews/failures.

[@kettleisalwayson]

I am in the UK so decided to invest in the reusable ones as the ball lids are nearly 7 dollars for a pack of 12. The plastic lids can last a long time it is the rubber ring which lasts about 10 times. I find that there really is no difference in seal fails once you get used to the difference also just make the head space slightly bigger, it really helps

[@bigflatsominxy9038]

I am so happy to find someone with similar philosophy on food! I broke my leg this year and couldn’t work. I canned everything from my garden and from the farm where I buy seasonal produce and mystery boxes. Then I taught myself to pressure can. That’s how I found you; searching for ideas on how to use my canned food. I made a wonderful black bean salad by mixing home canned beans and homegrown and canned peach salsa! I was reading a recipe and realized everything I needed was in these two jars I had on the shelf! I want complete control over the source and ingredients in my food. I also found that shopping at Mexican grocers and small independent grocers can provide meats and produce at better prices and quality. I just got whole chickens for 99 cents a pound in 2022! I bought 3 cut them up canned a bunch and froze the trimmings and bones for the next stock day. To see such a young vibrant woman practicing and passing on these amazing old style home ec skills makes me very happy. You also encourage me bc sometimes I feel very alone in my desire to live this way and seeing someone 20 years younger doing these things it’s a blessing. Your new subscriber from Wisconsin.

[@johannahs1967]

Honey, you are amazing! Just a tip on less waste with the eggs. Pour into silicone muffin tins, freeze, pop out and put in a bag. 1 bag, individually frozen eggs. 😊 So glad I found your channel. You are a gem.

[@chRizma]

I had to double check this was all the same video - the amount of value you packed in! 🤯 This is the kind of content the world needs, informative, motivating and entertaining! Thanks so much!

[@maranathayall]

Love this! The fear porn over food shortages and prices is so annoying. I've had to unsubscribe from a lot of people. I see the prices rising every time I shop for my family, but God promised us a way of escape for those who believe in Him so I continue on with my day. Thank you for sharing that tip about freezing eggs. I had no idea! Also, I tried to search your blog, but I couldn't find a recipe on how you make that multigrain bread you showed. I'd love to start making my own.

[@ProPlan23]

Amen!!!

[@asmremporium4735]

I would like to see god feeding you , when there is no food of the shelves available. Knowing how to be thrifty with food is great but only any good if there is any food available to be thrifty with 😂

[@reogrande8020]

Please don't insult people by lying, sound minded adults know that gods are pretend and that it's wrong to lie.

[@mrmicro22]

I believe God is real but I know and all believers struggle with the reality that bad things happen to good people, including starving. Joseph prepared in the years of plenty. We should do the same.

[@LynnerdSkinnerd97]

I HAD to come on here and tell you that this is one the best videos I've seen someone do in a long time. You are keeping it simple and showing practical ways for people to be better stewards of their space, food and time. I LOVE it. While I have a large piece of property where we grow a lot of food, I use all of these tips. The biggest one is that I'm trying to be more zero waste in the kitchen. Teaching that one tip to home cooks is priceless. I make the best stocks for soup and cooking out of scraps. Any time I have chicken bones and scrap veggies, I save them to make stock. Canning it or freezing it (what I used to do before I learned how to pressure can) saves so much money and is so healthy. I just bought 3 roasts to cut up for stews and had almost 2 pounds of scraps left over. I'm learning to make broth and then fat to cook with from it. ZERO waste, 100% taste! You inspired me to go buy some (gently used) scrap cooking books to up my game. Thank you!

[@KneppwoodatHome]

I just found your channel, and I’m definitely enjoying your content ☺️ I love that this video wasn’t the doom and gloom of so many others. Yours was a breath of fresh air 💕

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Welcome, Aboard, new friend! Agreed! That's not to say that you and I don't cleary see the cost of things are rising, but you're gonna need REAL kitchen skills (canning, dehydrating, fermenting, freezing, making more things from scratch will substitute ingredients) if you truly want to run an economical (yet delicous) kitchen. Thanks for saying, hello!

[@KneppwoodatHome]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl absolutely!!! Looking forward to binging more videos, lol

[@ineedminions]

I just had to comment that I love your content! It helps me look at my kitchen from a different perspective. Thanks for all you do!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello dear friendn! I am so happy to help! I completely understand this sentiment, as my own perspective about my kitchen has changed over the last few years that I've learned homesteading skills that can be implemented in a small space. A bit of planning, learning basic preservation recipes and learning to use every part of everything saves so much! Have a great week!

[@daval5563]

Thank you for your video. It wasn't that long ago we stashed $100 for when butter went on sale for $3lb. Those days are long over. Butter here in Canaduh is $7 plus a pound regular price so when it went on sale for $4.50lb I went right away to the store(s) to get some before it was sold out. The first store had limited product with a ten pound "limit" per "household". This is new eh? It used to be "per customer". Me and Mum could get 20 lb that way and they all know that Me and Mum are in one household because she's been hanging off my arm for years because of her "All The Timers". I'm her full time caregiver and it shames me that I'm all she has but that's my reality. Now in the big city I'd lie and tell them we are two households. I'd lie for butter but that doesn't work around here where everyone knows everyone's business. I can't fart but they all wipe their bum, ... Oh well, gives them something to talk about I'm sure. Besides, I'm not into lying because the truth stands on its own, whereas a lie requires the constant expenditure of my time and energy to exist and I'm too lazy to be maintaining lies. .... except for butter, I'd lie for butter. True story. In the big towns I just make multiple visits until I have the amount I want and call it done. No lying needed. I was going to go to the Grain Elevator for a half ton of whole Wheat and 500 lbs of Oats but the truck got snowed in and I'm not paying to have it blown out. Snow melts for free given time. Prepping is not the answer. But it's going to help for sure. Our dilemma? We can only deny our redemption, our salvation. You see, the paradigm shift from the childish win/lose mentality to a mature and wise Win/Win, and the model change from "for profit", to "not for profit", only expose us as "corrupted" and only losers are corrupted, therefore we can not accept such an unacceptable truth and we deny our Soul-U-Shun. This is also too simple a solution. People would only believe that they are being played for suckers if it was a diabolically genius "con game" being played and not meaningless and childish games of win/lose and the lies and corruption of "eternal growth and profit" here where nothing grows forever and profit is the lie. We lived in a world of abundance not profit. Profit is the concept used to concentrate the abundance of the world into the hands and control of the few, the elite, the entitled, and those great winners in a perverted world of win/lose. "Profit" requires the constant expenditure of your precious time, energy, and belief to exist. Right Santa? The hoarded abundance of the world is then used to control and direct a population of brainwashed for profit" economic slaves who only understand, worship, and practice the self inflicted retardation of "win/lose" to structure their every affair as civilized, sane, wise, and honorable. There's a voice within us all that speaks to us when we want to hear it. Or allow it credence, that is. People who have not "heard" or refuse to see the obvious failure of humanity are destined for the non-viable. This is natural and organic. Kinda a human fail safe. Anyway, there is so much more to the Ways of the Win/Win. I can't get into it all now. So I'll leave you with a taste of "The Economics of Time". A community owned "not for profit" worth and value of our time and energy based in "time" alone, backed by the abundance, and built on a foundation of truth and reality. Just a teaser eh? OK, I've trained myself to pay attention to what grabs my attention and I found myself interested in you. Forgive me please but there must be something or I wouldn't bother trying. I plant the seeds of Win/Win in the dismal and depleted soil of the win/lose because I know that failed human filth makes the greatest fertilizer. Just don't be great fertilizer eh? The seeds of Win/Win are given freely and unconditionally. Do with them what you will. That alone makes the seeds and myself "suspect" in the minds of the corrupted, and I laugh and laugh. May the abundance of the world always be manifest in your life. And good luck.

[@LolaRabbit]

Thank you. I’m so tired of the fear mongering. My heart and mind can’t take it. Fear doesn’t help, but your video is informative and empowering, which is just what I needed

[@bekahbrown1382]

amen

[@melinda6024]

I buy whole chickens and season them well inside and out. I like a mix of lemon pepper and cajun seasoning. Then I put it in my crockpot, set it on low and cook it while I sleep. The next am, I take it out and cool a bit, and pop in fridge till supper time. use it for tacos, chx salad, chix alfredo, or a salad topper.

[@sassyherbgardener7154]

It cracks me up when you keep saying "unthaw." I think you just mean "thaw." Love your channel! I've been a canner and homesteader for years, but I still learn a thing or two from you on nearly every video. God bless!

[@mrskimmieg]

Great tips! I just put in a reserve for the “Cooking with Scraps” book with my library. With ever rising food prices, eliminating food waste is one of our primary money saving strategies.

[@CCisRight]

Man! I'm so happy that 6 months ago I decided to take advantage of all the meat sales due to hearing about future price hikes. We even bought a pressure canner, an extra deep freezer (second hand) and a food saver. We spent most of the summer finding sales and vacuum packing meal sized portions. We canned and froze whatever our small garden produced. Now our shelves and freezers are brimming with food that I didn't have to pay an arm and a leg for. We are using the no food wasted method as well.... we've often used it previously because my father was a great depression child and so kind of taught me some things, oh and early in my marriage I bought the 2 "Penny Pincher" books by Amy Dacysyn (or however you spell her name lol).

[@amandasnailtasticnails9657]

In this video you hit two things I want to learn to do canning and making bread. I know I’ve been told to just jump in and give it a try. I may just learn this summer. My mom switched from napkins to clothes back around 08 after she got laid off. She had fabric at home so she made her own and still does.

[@freedomjam3670]

Cassandra! It’s always so nice to see you. You make me laugh & I love your feisty sense of humor. You were missed. 💐No pressure though.. I get it …work gets in the way. I hope you got exactly what you wanted in the new position. As I’ve said before your content is worth the wait-you give us so much of your knowledge, encouragement and inspiration that it lingers for awhile. So take the time you need. We are grateful for all you do! Yes, Grandma’s new best. A lot of what you say and do resonates with me and get me motivated!! Thank you & be well my friend!!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hey, Roseann! Awww, thank ya so much! My new job (same position) cuts my commute in half and gives me a little more flexibility this summer. I had several interviews over the course of the past 3 weeks and now I'm closing things out and work and training my replacment. I love a good "stockpile" video but the tone of some of them can leave you feeling anxious. Plus, it won't do you any good to keep buying tons of food if you aren't managing what you have to the full. I have a couple of collabs this summer so I've got to stick to a more regular posting schedule! So good to "see" you! Have a great week!

[@karendurrer2494]

I seriously LOOOOOVE your channel. I never cease to learn something and I so appreciate your COMPLETELY real common sense approach to not just feeding a family but doing it well. Keep up the great work, sweet girl WE ARE HUNGRY FOR THIS CONTENT

[@eriseasyeats5473]

Excellent video. I completely agree, and a lot of well-intentioned videos make the whole idea of canning and stockpiling seem completely inaccessible for a lot of people. I particularly liked how you pointed out that gathering your materials and resources for canning and freezing is something that takes time, it’s very reassuring for people on a limited budget. Brilliant content, I’ve just subscribed.

[@livewellel]

This is the first time I've ever seen one of your videos and I thought it was great! I love your energy and your approach. Great job presenting all of those wonderful ideas.

[@beinghope5705]

I found your channel!!! Girl, you are an old soul! What I see you doing is what I saw my Aunts, grandmother and mom do.., spend money wisely, they either grew small gardens, bought in season, used “scraps” and canned or dried to preserve. I love your channel, no panic, just common sense that saves money, stops waste with the perk of having a little stockpile when needed.

[@redshed2020]

I am so thankful I started dehydrating and canning a few years ago. Makes me much less anxious about what is happening in the world right now. I gotta start getting into ferments now.

[@tydavis1843]

Hi Cassandra! Thank you so very much for this! I value your videos and praise God for Him giving you the wisdom to share what you do! Many blessings to you & yours! ❤️

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Ty! Awww, thank ya so much. Times are uncertain and stressful for many right now, but not anything our (great)grandparents didn't experience. There is so much you can do with less just by pivoting from a "convenience kitchen" to a "country kitchen". My kitchen is "all together" just yet, but the progress I've made by implementing these tips sure has made a financial difference and I can't help but pass it along. Be encouraged! Blessings on your week!

[@brendabrosius64]

Yes!! Lol.... I know 2 books I will be adding to my library. 📚 Thanks for the motivation & inspiration.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Brenda! Those books are amazing references and will pay for themselves immediately! Good to see you!

[@lucylu9530]

This is the most informative and realistic channel for saving money on food. Thank you for sharing and teaching this old gal😀

[@AliciasInTheKitchen]

Great tips Cassandra! If your swiffer should ever kick the bucket, the OXO spray mop is pretty great. It has washable pads, and you can mix whatever cleaner you want to use in the spray bottle which would work great with your oils.

[@vickigonya9432]

I'm so happy I discovered you!! I enjoy watching you and learn so much!!! ❤

[@heathermacy409]

Cass, you are ROCKIN’ Proverbs 31:10-31! 🤩 Awesome advice. I’m going to need those cookbooks for sure. Also, I was watching this while getting ready for bed. Nearly snorted coconut oil because I was oil pulling when the chicken feet segment came up and I started laughing. Verrrrry dangerous! 😅😂🤣 🪥🦷

[@failte9910]

I had no idea I could freeze eggs raw. I’m a single gal, post Bariatric surgery, and can’t use up fresh eggs before they go bad. Portioning them out to freeze will be such a game changer for me. Especially for baking. I’m binge watching your channel and learning so much. Thank you for sharing what you’ve learned! ❤

[@janp7660]

You can also preserve eggs by coating them with vegetable oil . This works for fresh eggs. I don't know how well it would work for store bought eggs. Fresh eggs will keep for weeks in a cool location once they've been oiled.

[@melinda6024]

try making white bean hummus, it is sooooooo good, just follow the same recipe as when using chickpeas. try it!

[@C2yourself]

Freezing eggs is amazing. I measured one large egg=1/4 cup so when I store my eggs (4-8 in a glass jar) I know how much to measure for a cooking/ baking recipe. Just defrosted a pint last night and scrambled some up this morning and they're great

[@lv1689]

Amen I agree am tired of the depressing you and your won’t make it if u don’t grow food. Thank you Cassandra!! I absolutely love your channel. Please please continue. LV

[@ranakacir3893]

Hi Casandra! I found you through Canuary 2023. I have been devouring all of your vlogs. Thank you so much for all of the great info you share. I keep you on my kitchen counter while I can as well. Leisa from SuttonsDaze was my first introduction to canning last year and I have been enjoying canning ever since.

[@vickigonya9432]

Yes and you can grow hydroponic food vertically inside with grow lights😊

[@sharoncara905]

Binge watching YOU this weekend to educate myself! Wish I had found you years ago!!! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge- and for your gift to kids through your career. I have been married 30+ years to a high school administrator so I know you ARE busy! Thank your husband for his service!

[@Victoriancottage1899]

Oh my goodness I love you so much!!!! Love hearing what you have to say....just found you a week ago and am watching all your videos!

[@teresadearl1681]

We have been working toward zero waste for years. Leftover veggies go in a large zipper bag for soup. Ends of all veggies and onion skins make amazing broths. Saving all bones will make great stock. Great ideas for quick breakfast and lunch ideas! Thank you!!! I love you videos.

[@missychan63]

I always share this because I had no idea it could be done, and I'm really old so I should have known, lol. You can freeze avocados! Yep, you can freeze them for dip or even avocado mush for toast with absolutely no change to taste or texture. Just peel and toss the seed (into the compost pile of course) and pop them in a freezer bag and they're ready to go. Do NOT however try to freeze guacamole, ask me how I know lol. The tomato and onion add too much liquid and it comes out a gloopy gloppy disgusting mess... But - freeze the avocado by themselves and then once that thought you can make fresh guacamole when there's 4 ft of snow out and your friends will be amazed! I haven't tried freezing sliced avocado but I honestly don't know why they wouldn't freeze just fine, even if they come out a little soft that's still perfect for sandwiches.

[@chapman1569]

You bring meal prep and cost saving habits to a new level! And your recipes are healthy ! Have you noticed the price of cereal boxes? How about preparing pancakes, waffles and muffins instead of buying these overpriced breakfast cereals? That would make a good video as well. I am glad to have discovered your channel, I subscribed! Thanks!

[@thankfulblessings2412]

This is my first time here and I must thank you for the blessings that you shared. You pulled so many very useful tips it was like I had watched 4 or 5 videos, but it was all in one. Thank you very much. Blessings to you.

[@KaikalaMoon]

Cassandra! Girl thank you sooo much. I feel so guilty throwing stems and every single thing you threw in that stock, in the trash. I watch numerous videos learning holistic ways to use food for healing or therapeutic uses, but I needed this! Thanks for recommending the books also.

[@Lynn-kh5rs]

Welcome back Cassandra and good luck with your new job! I've missed your videos! You may want to check out Glen & Friends on KZbin, especially his Sunday show of Old Cookbooks. Glen will try different recipes out of old cookbooks with several of them from the Depression and World War II timeframe. The Depression cooks had to find inexpensive ways to cook and WWII cooks had to conserve/replace common commodities due to rationing. With regards to frozen, make ahead, quick breakfasts, I'm right there with you! I'm not a morning person but had to be at work by 7-8 a.m. (ugh!). My go to was basically a Western Omelet mix with a little added baking powder for rise. Baked in muffin tins, freeze, and then I had omelets to go. Love you & your videos!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Lynn! Aww, thank you so much. It’s the same position but a much closer commute (praise the Lord given gas). I have not heard of this channel and it sounds right up my alley. You are so right, Depression era cookbooks are hard to find and when you do, yikes they are expensive, but true troves of knowledge. As I’ve learned homesteading skills these past few years my cooking has changed drastically and even with prices rising I’m so thankful I have peace of mind that I’m doing as much as I can with what we have. Even on a budget, limited land, and an imperfect kitchen you can still eat well without breaking the bank. Have a great week!

[@tammyr2966]

I love Glen and Friends! I’ve learned so much from his channel and interesting facts like when they didn’t have granulated sugar and used flowers for flavor!

[@redlanternhomesteadcathym105]

When you like a channel enough to let the ads roll. THANK YOU. As always.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Aww, Cathy you are too sweet! Truly! There is no denial that prices of almost everything are rising, but there is still plenty that can be done in an ordinary kitchen to make meals and money stretch in ways that benefit your wallet, health, taste buds and self-reliance over the long run. Learning the ways of a country kitchen equips you with valuable skills so that you can whether any storm (plus, its just good eatin'). Have a great week!

[@Alzbeta7]

Every time I watch one of your videos I get inspired . Not the kind of inspired where you say to yourself "I should try that" while watching it but then forget about it later - I mean actually inspired and taking action. I already started started making some home remedies like the fire cider, and elderberry syrup after watching your home apothecary video and after this video, I'm going to need a lot more space in my freezer lol. I live alone so it's less satisfying to just cook for me but I guess I need to take care of myself too :) and I'll know how to do all this once I actually do have someone to cook for :). Anyway, thanks for brightening up my days with a new hobby and with your lovely/down to earth personality. I love that you don't try to put up a fake image of perfection and that you share your life hacks for when you're lazy/busy. Honestly, it makes you more relatable, thus more helpful, and inspirational. You make me feel like maybe, if I work at it, I can do it too. Anyway, this turned out to be a bit of a letter huh lol. Bottom line - I appreciate what you do and based on other comments I'm simply one of many. Thanks!

[@GoodThingsEtc]

OMG!!! I was so grossed out cooking with my first chicken feet! So, i taught myself to cook with the chicken feet and make the best collagen bone broth. Once i got over it, i was good to go. lol you rock girl! I live in Baltimore too.... Hope we get to meet oneday! Maia

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Maia! I’m so glad you just shared you had a exact same experience! And you’re right, I had read beforehand that the collagen they produce is unbeatable and after the first time, I was hooked. Now I’m getting used to them, which is a good thing because when I have chickens I know that I can truly use every part. I know some folks clip off the toes/mail part instead of leaving them whole like I do. It’s good to know I have a neighbor!

[@tipgiles5432]

Just found your channel and this is the first segment I have watched. Very refreshing. Being raised by depression era parent who grew up with very little, I innately learned many of the tips you suggested. I plant to go back and watch older segments and future ones. I base mush of what it taught as opposed to many channels who become to prepper hysteric. Those last very little time on my favorites. Looking forward to enjoying your channel in the future . Joy Giles

[@usmc9355]

👏👏👏 Good for you! This is how we started. “Homesteading “ in town on a standard 50x 100 lot. We now are on 3 acres in the country with our own animals and everything. We learned all the skills while still living in town.

[@Debbie-bg3mo]

I am enjoying your channel. I just about went broke last summer trying to stock up on grocery items. I finally realized those women who could do that had extra money to accomplish this feat. Meg, on Holler Homstead, mentioned that she didn't try to stock up. She ran a frugal kitchen. My mom ran a frugal kitchen, so do you. That makes much more sense than having a grocery store in the basement.

[@sharonsopczynski1192]

I do stock up , can ,freeze, dehydrate and prepping and not out of fear my fear is my children and grandkids not having what they need. I came across this video and I really enjoyed it . There’s a few books that have recipes on using everything no waste. The ZERO- WASTE CHEF , COOKING WITH SCRAPS AND A FEW MORE . Love your posts thank you merry Christmas

[@Magdalena287]

Ive moved down to southern texas from the midwest and after being here a year im still utterly confused by their produce seasons. The apples are expensive in the summer but also the fall, same with watermelon cucumbers corn etc. Theyre just all expensive all year round its maddening and saving money down here has been a huge challenge for me because sales cycles and seasonal prices seem to not exist in south texas lol btw just subscribed!

[@Katgirl2024]

Oooh I don’t have time to watch this video right now, But I’m ABSOLUTELY going to make time to binge your channel. THANK YOU!! You seem very positive and upbeat and hey let’s do this kinda gal. Can’t wait to watch more tonight.

[@gailsbookishthings5191]

The chicken feet part made me laugh… Our local Walmart market was selling them for a while. I never bought them, though, but I have heard they’re great for broth. I was glad to learn you can freeze eggs-thank you for that. This video was so motivating-thank you!

[@ceepark114]

I keep the chicken feet after harvesting our meat chickens and clean them, freeze them , then put them in with necks and backs to get that real bone broth gelatin.

[@emoryrubyg9631]

Thank you! Love your content. I definitely need to learn to use more scraps. I've just always thrown them away but you're right, I can save more by being less wasteful than going out and buying more food.

[@Anne-iy9xm]

Oh my, you are incredibly savvy!!! I wish I had your energy. I'm just starting to ferment and garden. Thanking for recipes and tips. Love your videos, too.

[@lisatangen4213]

C, you produce gorgeous, fun, inspiring videos. I'm doing whatever I can to see your subscriber list grow! Thank you for all the wonderful recipes and tips.

[@KateMoranHere]

Your content is soooo good! So informational, upbeat, and much more original than a lot of other channels out there. I subscribed after watching one video!! So glad I found you.

[@storya14]

You are my absolute favorite channel! I love love everything you present. 🤗

[@tammyr2966]

Loved seeing your dad! Reminds me of how my dad was always game to try something I made! We have made breakfast burritos for quick breakfasts, but I definitely want to make my own English Muffins and breakfast sandwiches, for variety! I laughed about the chicken feet. My ex husband bought these once to make a soup, which was pretty good, but my kids still talk about chicken feet! I don’t know why I never thought to boil them for broth! We can get them cheap in our area! I learned a lot about saving money and eating what we have, in the pantry challenges! I hope to someday have a years worth of food storage, and a huge garden, so I will hardly ever go to the store!

[@calliknudsen]

I think this is the only time I have subscribed to someone after watch half of one video. But girl, I adore you already!

[@PepperAnnT]

Omg!!!!!! I can not believe I stumbled upon your channel and I’m not trying to be biased but I’m so happy I am able to see someone who looks like me who is knowledgeable about being sufficient during an inflation and also knowledgeable about gardening. I apologize if I offend anyone but this is my truth. ❤😊

[@patriciabeller64]

I wish I could hug you! Started following after your Perfection heater video and have learned so much from you. Thank you for sharing of your heart and home!

[@elizabethdixon9884]

Whoa!!!!@ 1st Visit and I am blown away!! Where have been!! OMG!! I thought I was the only person who used baskets in her freezer, people thought I was nuts until I showed them!! Praise Most High, you are a genius 🙌 🙏 Thank you for your chalked filled information videos!!! God Bless you!!!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Haha, Elizabeth you and I have hacked fridge organization. I don’t know where I’d be without them! I’m so happy you found this video helpful, every little bit counts! Have a blessed week!

[@melissab7777]

Just came across your channel. Love your ideas! And your excitement makes me want to sit down and have a cup of coffee with ya!

[@joybird4870]

Your channel is exactly what I have been looking for. I am an most empty nester in a suburb home with no real garden space. You are so fun and real!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Joy! Awww, this is so sweet. There is still so much you can do without land or livestock. Thanks for saying hello!

[@adelebrown4526]

If you get quality freezer bags, you can also wash them when you're done and reuse them for other packaging.

[@wanderingpinesco]

Great tips! Definitely checking out those books. I found some reusable/washable swiffer pads on Amazon for cheap. I even found some fleece ones I use to dust mop the floors. Love them! PS. Love your Dad! Louisiana girl here!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Shannon, wait, what...there are reusable swiffer pads now? How do you like them? Have they held up over time? My dad is from Shreveport, LA and he says, "Hi, Shannon!" The 2 book recommendations I shared are true game changers. You'll never be able to throw anything in the trash again, and you'll really consider the "economy of your kitchen"- I'm slowly making the changes and its helped my budget, meal prep, and peace of mind so much!

[@itsmonsteracios3736]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl A lot of people use socks on their Swiffer's.

[@geminilove4682]

I buy the microfiber cloths from the dollar store,cut them and attach to my swiffer which has those claw holes on top. Even thou they are only a buck and a quarter I wash and reuse them.

[@donnatoepfer2502]

You always have such an upbeat outlook and great tips, have a wonderful rest of your week!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Always good to see you, Donna! Thank you so much!

[@Luvstravelandgroceries]

So glad I’ve found your channel! I’m also in an urban area and “farming.” Have two planter boxes as well as bags for gardening. We’ve gone from store processed food to home grown and preserved. So gratifying and tasty!! Thanks for all of you tips! God Bless.

[@triciacorrado7025]

Thanks!

[@user-rx7nv8td4z]

Wow! What an incredible amount of information! God bless you dear sister, greetings from England. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿💕

[@catherinefrasier4051]

Cassandra, as always your content is on point and very well delivered! Many of the suggestions you made I've been doing. You gave me food for thought using the disposable storage items. I appreciate all you do. Again, thanks for sharing and look forward to seeing what's new with you soon!

[@karenskrazydeals5028]

Just found you on YT. Love this video! Thanks! Will be watching them all! ❤️

[@shess1640]

Love love love this!!! I have not seen enough of this topic on YT.

[@amandavalentino3818]

Intelligent woman! God bless you and may you have all peace in him

[@hmmm..2733]

It’s my first time here and not my last!! Great ideas. Thank you!!

[@whittkatt]

I am loving your videos. Thank you so much for all your information. And, by the way, your relationship with your dad shines through! It warms my soul. I sip my coffee and binge watch.

[@IxAMxSQUISHY]

Love this! I use most of my veggie scraps for bone broth as well and even toss in last day herbs & eggshells & leftover meat & bones. Chicken feet make the best broth with ox tail or other beef soup bones. I keep the scraps in the freezer and I use a large stock pot once I collect a ton. I make the first part with the feet & bones for 12-24 hours. I strain the add my organ meat, herbs & scraps and cook for 6-8 hours. I love the book by Sally Fallon Morell about broth, it taught me so much. Also the lemon in the jar, is that Moroccan/preserved lemons? Your texture looks great!! The fact you can save & utilize some much is impressive. Cluttered, pssshhhh

[@teddibear1850]

Where has this girl been all my life? Love her! Great videos.😘🙏😊

[@abigailhamilton4925]

I froze eggs like you showed and tried them after a month in freezer. Exactly the same as eggs in shell. Taste texture everything was the same, if not better ! Thank you!

[@blackfeathercrafts]

Every year my yard helps stretch my food budget. The easiest plant to grow is Kale and it produces a LONG time here in Minnesota. I just harvested the last batch this week. Dandelions are a staple. So are hostas. I don't spray my yard, so I have a bit of a bumper crop!

[@lleifette]

I keep a basket of tired wash cloths in my kitchen. I still have paper towels because cat, but it takes me months to go through a roll now. I've also found that I'm allergic to a lot of the surface cleaners so I mostly use white vinegar and water. For big messes I add a couple of drops of dish or castile soap. Works like a charm. I'm still working on raw food to edible food. Preserving will take me a bit more time. I've started to realize that I need to season more and cook on lower heat. The smoke alarms are a festive way for the neighbors to know I'm having a hot meal.

[@CathKitchen]

I recently bought a little homestead, this video was so instructional! Thank you so much!!!

[@gardenhighlightsworm]

Great saving and making food ideas Casandra 👍🏾 If you like curry, Jamaican Style Curry Chicken feet with potatoes tastes amazing and the potatoes expand the size of the stew.

[@eternallearner6026]

Gonna tell it like it is: you 100% surprised me and I am totally bummed out at the moment. Literally watched ONE video a few days and subscribed. Today I’m prepping all the parts of my carrot harvest for frozen, canned, dehydrated and fresh use so threw up youtube subscriptions to keep me company at the sink… and THIS one popped up first. 😩 Dang it girl you have SO much info that I had to pause it, finish what I am doing with another video, and then come BACK to rewatch … with a tea and pen in hand. ( Lesson learned. Always watch YOUR videos sitting down so I can take copious notes! ) See you again in a couple hours! 😂❤🤩

[@urbansurvivor360]

New subscriber! Million thankyous. I will be throwing less into the computer (I don't do waste either) but throwing more into my saucepan! Fabulous!

[@alyssasketchd]

Yes yes yes! Thank you for the VERY timely video! And for already answering questions I had about your freezers! I would LOVE either a written schedule of how often you’re doing various batches or maybe even videos of some of your seasonal tasks? I feel like I get thrown off of my timing for a lot of different tasks to make sure that I get the most out of my produce, either purchased or home grown. Or… maybe a glance at how you keep track of your inventory? You’re the best! Thank you for such inspiring videos.

[@DeeMc54]

Wow! You are high energy with lots of helpful information. I think you are now my new favorite KZbinr! Oh my on those chicken feet looking like fingers... I hope I don't have to resort to those... kinda freaked me out. I did buy one of the books you recommended! Thanks for that too!

[@JaimieNJesus]

I don’t comment nearly enough cuz I watch your videos while I’m at work but I use Sooo many of your tips and tricks! Thank you for sharing and keep it coming! Happy New Year!

[@schoonslow]

Thank you for this video!! Panick buying was the reason for the toilet paper shortage. I've been looking for videos that help me with practical behaviour change, without inducing anxiety

[@reogrande8020]

When dealing with peelings and veggi ends I usually consider if they would be better turned into food for my family or going to the chickens and turning into eggs, and further along into manure and compost for the food garden. In spring to Autumn I try to go and harvest them clover or grass from off my property for extra extra salad but it's all nutrients for the hens>eggs>compost>food garden.

[@mlee7037]

I use silicone muffin tins to freeze my eggs then put them in a freezer bag so I can easily pop out however many I need. I love it!!

[@lonis7456]

You are awesome. I love your videos!! Thank you for taking your time to share with us.

[@donnamullins2089]

I'm amazed and glad to find your channel. Great information. I too use my asparagus ends but I peel them first less woody more tender. Yummy hummus.

[@chrisr4625]

Thank you for this video showing how things like sandwiches do just fine being frozen. This is what I like to see.

[@nnoel2186]

Hey I am from Trinidad 🇹🇹 and we use chicken foot for lots of meals. You can stew it, soup and even like a chow. I love it ❤