Two Food Bank Hauls 11/8 and 11/9

#food #budgetfriendly #foodbank #homemadefood #homemade #cooking #communitypantry Two Food Bank Hauls in one video. Enjoy!

[@rocker76m88]

7 years ago we were struggling to make ends meet and we had to go to our local food banks. I broke down and cried when signing in cause I never needed help before. The volunteers were so compassionate and assured me that I was not the first person who has ever cried. Now that I am in a better place, I donate to a pantry to help others.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

That is totally awesome! More people need to know that the services are out there and if they don't go then in some places things get thrown away. It is my goal to show people that it is ok and it is a way to get things stocked up and preserved in your pantry.

[@rocker76m88]

@@justcallmesuzzie You provide a wonderful service to others. Blessings to you 💛

[@rexcarebear4701]

Everyone needs a helping hand now and then there should be no shame in that. Glad you were able to find a way to help out your family I know it isn't easy to ask to ask for help but that's what it's there for. God bless you and your family!

[@rocker76m88]

@@rexcarebear4701 Thank you for your kind words. Blessings to you as well 🙏

[@SSanf]

I donated to food banks when I was young and able. Now that I am old if they are there for me I think of them as loyal old friends who understand.

[@backtobasics3244]

I just took on the responsibility of running the food bank at our church which covers 4 towns and our congregation. I am watching your channel and a few others like yours to gain inspiration and ideas. Please keep sharing these hauls! ❤

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thank you so much! I try to be a good steward of the food bank provisions and save all the food from going bad as much as I can while sharing with those around me. I am so blessed!

[@SuzanneSky1]

We got a GIANT cabbage last time, too. I’m still slicing pieces off of it and using it. Last night, I cooked some with sausage, which is my usual go-to. And we’d gotten a bag of beautiful fresh broccoli and I cooked some of that too. As for blueberries, I always make cobblers - especially if there is a covered dish dinner to go to. In our area, we have two food truck distributions a month. We don’t get as much at a time as we used to, but with only two of us in our 70’s, we don’t eat that much. Like you, I give what we won’t use to another elderly couple.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Those are really some good ideas! It is also nice that you bless other people in the process. I love doing that.

[@lovelife7343]

Cabbage hot dish Cabbage , cubed potatoes, hamburger, cream of mushroom soup, pepper, when it's done we throw cheddar cheese on top. It is so good I don't even go by a recipe I just throw it all together in a covered pan and toss in the oven. I do precook the hamburger.

[@roseingram237]

I went to a couple of food banks in AZ years back. They were a great blessing to me when I was in need.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

That is wonderful! If you need it again feel free to go again.

[@patriciamontagne1470]

You can easily do a meal prep like I do. Pre maje your meals and freeze them.

[@candyeolney30]

Very abundantly blessed❤

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Yes 😊 I am so blessed.

[@kimberlygila]

Nice food bank haul of blessings.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Yes it was! The food banks around here are so generous with their boxes.

[@yvonneconte3040]

Rules for my local food banks are much stricter. 1 visit per month, and only to your assigned food bank. Mine doesn't give fresh veg or fruit

[@justcallmesuzzie]

So sorry to hear that. I say, "Go anyway and make good use of what you get." That is just my positive self talking. Be blessed!

[@user-yo7hl7yo4h]

Seems like a lot of food for one person.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

It is. I share it with friends and family. None of it goes to waste.

[@p.mckenzie2921]

The long green paper we take cut in middle take seeds out lay on baking sheet the put cream cheese in and ground sausage or beef meat season your meat with Italian seasoning, a pinch of pepper and oregano if you have it.then cook for 15 minutes on 350 degrees.we eat fruit our salad with them.nice food haul .can you tell me how to make the blueberry syrup for pancakes is sound yummy. Have a good weekend and blessings.😇😘

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Great ideas! I will keep them in mind!

[@lauraslilhomestead9208]

Wow that’s an amazing amount of food !

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Yes it was! That is why I got into preserving and sharing food with people.

[@lauraslilhomestead9208]

@@justcallmesuzzie they are very generous - and you share so that’s perfect !

[@lorrainefairfield774]

It does not seem fair to go 2 days in a row to food banks. Others are in need also.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Where I live, we are encouraged to do so and share the blessings. I have become a way for those very people who are in need to receive what is to much for me. Many whom I share with are working during the food bank hours and I share it with them when they get home. It is exactly those "others" that I split the food with.

[@sandyirizarry3491]

I don't think it's fair either.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thank you for your comment. Be blessed. @@sandyirizarry3491

[@evelyngalarza67]

Those are Hatch peppers. Roast peel n freeze. For Mexican food. Delicious

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Good to know! When I get them next time I will know to roast and peel them. That was my mistake with the recipe.

[@tonistrickland4983]

You can make pickles with the cucumbers and those are poblano peppers, you can fix them like stuffed peppers with cream cheese or ground beef & freeze

[@justcallmesuzzie]

OMG so many good ideas! I am going to have to take them and look up some recipes then make them my own with what I have in the house! Thank you!

[@susanwilliams1881]

Thanks for sharing

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thanks for watching! Please share this on your social media. It really helps me and costs nothing.

[@andreamichellelopez5600]

Hi Suzie I like the way you think WE HAVE THIS WAY IN COMMON🎉& the potatoes were so big. We got a huge bag of almonds so I keep in the freezer😂fish kick yippie me too🫶🙏🏼🦉

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thank you so much for your comment! YES to everything you said! I am about to tackle some of the nuts I have collected over the year in a few weeks for a project so stay tuned!

[@tracyskitchenandappalachia2954]

Good haul😊

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Yes it was, Thank you for watching. I love the comments. Keep them coming please.

[@mariedamon5655]

Hi there if you got an onion you can do chunky coleslaw with the onion carrot and white cabbage and all them blue berries mske a dump cake or blueberry muffins would be nice .you got some lovely bits may you continue to be so blessed x

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thanks for the tips! I might do just that!

[@justnina8023]

The Panerai soup is yummy.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

I know, right! I was shocked that I got that soup at a perfect time! The weather here is currently changing into a cold snap.

[@francorley3205]

God bless you in such hard times

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thank you! I believe in this mission to encourage people to head to their local food bank if they feel like they are struggling. If you receive to much food as I do sometimes, then get out and meet your neighbors. Find one who might benefit from your bounty and SHARE, SHARE, SHARE! LOL

[@SSanf]

I am going to can my carrots in brown sugar and orange juice. I hope you have a pressure canner or can borrow one. Pickled cukes and pickled peppers! See if they have any free vinegar. Maybe trade pickles for vinegar and spices. Everyone wins! You are right, We are blessed. Many meals of carrots, cabbage and potatoes. Add a can of spam for great flavor.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Great idea! You have some great ideas and have fun canning!

[@susancrouthamel760]

Our food bank here in Maryland n Virginia don't give that much food, potatoes are size of a golf ball, 3 loaves of bread. too many can veggies, one kind of meat n give too many sweets ( would trade all my sweets for healthy things)I would rather have fresh veggies so to stay healthy.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

I am very blessed in that way. I give thanks every time I go and bless others along the way with the items that I get to much of.

[@ruthdanza2517]

Although those are not poblanos you could still stuff them. And that is a perfect cabbage for cabbage rolls.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

What great ideas! I am going to look up some recipes and see what I can use them for!

[@BABYCOOKIE918]

Yummy you're good bank is similar to ours lucky on the fish

[@justcallmesuzzie]

It was! Anytime I can get fish I am happy.

[@lindafletcher3638]

Make blueberry muffins or jam…make pickles and relish… dice peppers to freeze…dry can potatoes…can your veggies or freeze/dehydrate

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Yes, I am thinking on it and deciding what I am going to make with it. One thing for sure is I will be making blueberry waffles! I love them, can freeze them and use up some of the blueberries in something I love to eat. You had such good ideas!

[@jackiegromacki686]

Google cornbread casserole. Really easily and delicious. Make fish tacos

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Those are such good ideas! Thank you!

[@trina415]

What a lovely lady ❤

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thank you so much!

[@carleenmitchell6576]

I’m not sure how you can get items two days in a row! Food banks in our area only allow once a month! You’re very lucky to be able to get that much food every week, or two weeks, especially as it seems you are a single person!

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Our community works hard to ensure everyone has these benefits. It is a community driven project that starts with the churches, goes into the schools, and across the community businesses. We are truly blessed here in this community in a drive to show compassion, dispose of food waste, and serve the community. All retired citizens can go to these places and pick up food. Thank you so much for your comment.

[@maryannemigatz7196]

​. The poster was just stating/asking how often you went to the food bank, as in her area it is only once a month.

[@susanpugh505]

How do you get this food? You’re eating better than me after working 40 hours of work a week.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

I encourage you to call around to your local churches and ask about food banks. In my location, there are two of them that I go to and this is where I get the food. Everyone in our area is encouraged to go if they feel that they are struggling.

[@foodchef9721]

@@justcallmesuzzie Most people won't go to food banks if they feel they can work and pay for their groceries. They sacrafice for the disabled and those who have no one or any income. Food banks are struggling too now because of the economy.☹

[@SSanf]

Did you know that most of the people who get food stamps have jobs? There is a huge problem in this country that for some reason, wages fell far behind inflation. In the past anyone working a full-time job could have a decent place to live, food, clothing, transportation and after a few years of saving, a house, a white picket fence and a dog. Now not so much.

[@foodchef9721]

@@SSanf The system has needed an overhaul for decades. So does unemployment and disability programs that people choose to abuse. Its sad, because those who really need the help can't get it or get accused of lying about thier needs because of those who cheat the system.

[@sandyirizarry3491]

​@@foodchef9721Agree!

[@user-on7pm5km7e]

Cool video thanks for sharing, next time share some recipes you use

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thank you, I will. I am relatively new at youtube and learning along the way. So many people have come in to watch my videos. I am so blessed!

[@user-on7pm5km7e]

@@justcallmesuzzie good luck with your channel I'll be tuned in 🙂

[@patriciamontagne1470]

You can easily bread your fish individually, and freeze them individually.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

That is a good idea! Thanks!

[@DianeMario-ct9tf]

You should keep the Gatorade in hand in case you get sick

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Good idea but I hate it that much! LOL

[@cheryaltry5346]

We get alot of food banks here in rhodeisland and im blessed that i get free food from there !

[@justcallmesuzzie]

That is so awesome!

[@mariedamon5655]

Maybe pickle a few slices of carrot and cucumber I do this for my salads or sandwiches with meat x

[@justcallmesuzzie]

I did that! I have 3 quarts of refrigerator pickled cucumbers with onions. I am loving eating them!

[@BABYCOOKIE918]

Salmon and asparagus would be awesome

[@evelyngalarza67]

Blueberry and lemon juice.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

What a great idea! Thanks!

[@Mimi2Three]

Evenin!

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Hey! Thank you for your reply.

[@gwenbrack5311]

Your "peppers" are probably green chiles. Roast them, skin them and freeze them in small batches for using in different dishes.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thanks for the suggestion. I will keep that in mind the next time I get them.

[@priscillabohn4621]

you can cut the carrots up and freeze them

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thank you for the idea!

[@sammygurl58259]

They're Anaheim peppers

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Yes, I figured it out and I will be making something out of them to eat later today.

[@madelinehall8944]

Kroger's 2 for $1.00 vegetables and beans is a great place to pick up for donating. A few pucks buy a lot more.❤❤

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Definitely!! Thanks for the tip!

[@Mystica._]

Sweet potatoes are orange and yams are cream color

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Good to know! Often times, here in the US, you will find "yams" in cans but when you look closely they say sweet potatoes on them. I knew there was a difference but found it confusing that a can that I have called itself "yams" but in fact were sweet potatoes.

[@vickidolph1581]

I actually looked up the difference between the two. Apparently, yams are very rarely found in the U.S. Though, I did, however buy what I thought were sweet potatoes at a local farmers’s market here in Bradenton, FL, only to discover they were white when I cut them open. Yams are white, sweet potatoes are orange.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thank you so much for that information! @@vickidolph1581

[@BABYCOOKIE918]

Use asparagus with either chicken or do melted cheese sauce on it

[@justcallmesuzzie]

I am not sure what video it was but one of them with the asparagus was not good. The other one was steamed up soon after I received it and was delicious.

[@burly636]

May I ask you a question? I’m not being nasty or anything I just am curious you said you retired business owner, etc. Why are you going to a food bank? I know Food bank don’t have as much food as they used to. no I don’t use them. I don’t need them but I know many people do. I’m just curious. I used food banks in my 20s. A guy my brother works with we go to the food bank and he made good money. That burned me.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Oh, I am sorry to hear that. I go because I qualify and it helps me with my food budget. It also keeps the food I get from going into the landfill and being wasted. There are many reasons I go but there are just a few. Thank you for your question. Be blessed!

[@karenreynolds349]

Thank God there is help out there !

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Yes! There is help out there and everyone should feel ok to seek it when they need it.

[@HootenannyMike]

Hi everyone

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Hey, Thank you for your reply!

[@beabeauchamp956]

Let me get this straight. You went to two food banks. Now if you only went to one food bank another family could have used your second hall of food.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

I did go to 2 food banks as we are encouraged to do so. I take and use what I can while sharing with family, friends and neighbors who are unable to go to the food bank. So yea, I went to both of them. Be blessed!

[@robinmaynard1640]

Those look like poblano. Stuff with rice/ground beef. Top w cheese. Yum!

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Oh yes! I did stuff them but they were anaheim peppers.

[@evierosenberg868]

Is this food for one person that you collect somebody from the food bank? Why would anyone give you a bag of cheese that big consider you go back all the time

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thank you for asking. It is a box that I receive in the trunk of my car when I go pick it up. It is for one home. So everyone gets the same box for one house.

[@SSanf]

Trust me. That bag of cheese isn't so big even for one person. First of all, it will make that cheap mac and cheese taste really good. And with those potatoes, she has the start to cheese and potato soup. And then mix it with pimentos and mayo for pimento cheese sandwich spread. Of course, you want some on your omelets. Don't forget to do a loaded potato. The thing is things come and go. You may get a big bag now and then not see any for months. So, it is also good to freeze some while the getting is good.

[@georginamcallum1324]

Sorry but i am all by myself now.groceries for me is cheap even tho prices are high. I dont understant this food bank shoping

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thank you for commenting. I am sorry you don't understand it.

[@deborahgardner1824]

Its sad that alot of these places hold onto this food until its rotten...its like they resent giving it so they hoard this stuff 🫤

[@justcallmesuzzie]

I am ok with bits and pieces not being good to be blessed with all the other things I get.

[@tinahinkle1956]

Did I just hear you right? You actually go to 2 food banks every 2 weeks? I mean no disrespect, however for one person I'm confused...You say "just like anyone else". Need to let ya know most can & only go to a food bank once a month...

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Ahh, I see who you are talking about. No, you heard me wrong. Go back and listen again. If you have any question please feel free to comment again. I am sorry this video upset you. Have a lovely holiday.

[@Jill-ds7cs]

Are you getting it because you need it? Or are you getting to hoard? Shame on you if you are. There are thousands of people going with out!

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Thank you for commenting @Jill-ds7cs! No, I am not hoarding but I do appreciate your Thanksgiving message to me. You nor anyone on the internet is going to "shame" me. I choose to take the high road and remain positive. What I don't use, I share with others around me who also need help. Please go back and watch my other videos so you get the entire picture before you comment negatively on people's youtube channel. Be blessed.

[@SSanf]

Any responsible adult will have a stockpile of food in their home. That is not hoarding. That is simply recognizing that our distribution system is a very fragile thing. If you do not store some food over and above your current needs, you are very foolish and will become a huge burden on those around you just when society most needs you to take care of yourself for a while. If she has extra, she is well advised to can or dehydrate a portion for long term storage. In fact, if you do not have some extra food, I urge you to go to your pantry and concentrate on fixing that situation, so unforeseen events don't force you to become a danger to your neighbors.

[@backtobasics3244]

I doubt anyone is going without because she goes to a food bank. If they didn’t have enough they wouldn’t give each person so much. Your comment makes no sense.

[@TheHALL2112]

Sad

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Never!

[@elaineking7982]

To Lorraine Fairfield it was a month not 2days running

[@anitathomas703]

Do you not have a table

[@justcallmesuzzie]

I do but it is always set for guests. If you go back to this video you will see it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5SYdWqgoJ5_oLM

[@Mimi2Three]

Of course she does. She is a farm girl! We always did things at the kitchen sink too.

[@Jill-ds7cs]

You can hoard all you want, but do you share with some with no food? I don't believe in hoarding food if someone else is needy. That's what food banks are for! The needy!

[@justcallmesuzzie]

You really need to watch some of my other videos to get an idea of what I am doing. In the end, all I wish for you is to be blessed and find your happy place.

[@24POWERS]

😞🤢

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Not sure what those faces mean but thanks for dropping in to say hello! It is much appreciated. Be blessed! I did stop in to see your page and you are progressing well with the 5 videos you have produced. Keep up the good work.

[@tinahinkle1956]

I'm sorry, however this woman is really upsetting me. I'm not judging her, it just doesn't feel right...

[@justcallmesuzzie]

Not sure who you are talking about but have a lovely holiday!

[@suec2117]

@tinahinkle1956 Then why are you watching this if it’s upsetting you? I suspect most of the negative comments on here and especially the ones trying to shame this lady are really wanting and wishing they had the guts to go to food banks for help but have too much pride. I think it’s wonderful for anyone needing help to step up and get what’s so freely offered, there’s no shame in that.

[@adriennebodry4711]

Food banks are meant for the hungry and the poor.

[@justcallmesuzzie]

You are correct but I bet you didn't know that the food banks in my area are also there to help the seniors (which I am) and families who need a little help. Be blessed!

[@loisrussell3649]

Whats sad to me is the almost rotten veg they give out i get it helps but what do you think theyre thinking when they see its almost rotten i imagine a sigh of dissapointment heart breaking

[@justcallmesuzzie]

I look beyond the almost rotten vegetables and see the potential. I appreciate your comment. That is why I get into the vegetables within 2 days to get them preserved in a way that will help them to last longer. This was something we did on the farm my entire childhood. We pulled all the vegies from the garden as they ripened and when the plants had done all they could, we pulled the green ones off and made sustainable food out of them. I remember fried green tomatoes and chow chow so clearly and how good they were. Those were made from the green tomatoes that were left on the plants after the plants died.