Ultimate Freezer Meal Prep! Making Over 100 Meals + Q&A from our Recent Costco Haul

[@deeengstrom2055]

My husband used to get off work at 4:00. The kids got home from school and about the same time. Supper was ready and we all sat down to eat. People thought I was nuts to have supper ready at 4:00, but my thought was when they got home everyone was hungry. Instead of filling up on snacks we ate supper. Later in the evening was the time for snacks, after having a decent meal with all of us around the supper table.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

That’s a great way todo it

[@MyAlaska12]

I agree 100% with your decision to always eat as a family at the table. I believe more families need to practice this.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Thank you Bill! Much appreciated

[@hannahkayee831]

LOL at Aaron saying "This is why we're fat" 😂😂😂😂 something I would say for sure lol

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

lol

[@tressanallenmartin9336]

I love it!! 😻

[@suemagyari2992]

I totally agree that we are not short order cooks! They can always make something for themselves but at mealtimes they eat what is on the table.

[@AZJH8374]

The best part of this video. Aaron's comment. Sooo hilarious. We all need a good laugh. We love your cooking too. 🍳

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

lol thank you

[@sharonnewson82]

My husband says the same xxx

[@amberlovejoy]

I have been in the restaurant industry for over 35 yrs . And currently work at OG for the last 7.. its truly an amazing company to work for and with.. one of the absolute best i have ever been a part of.. legut every sauce and soup and pasta is made fresh every single day.. anything not sold goes into bags and sealed like the food saver . Then put in the freezer on a shelf called "harvest" and every week (i live in north Alabama) Tennessee valley outreach comes and collects the food and distributes it to our local shelters and food banks.. anything we cant sell goes to them.. whole lasagna, whole tiramisu, gallons of soups and sauces.. day old pasta.. its really great ❤❤❤

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

That’s amazing love hearing stuff like this

[@jenniferwooley673]

I love that you wait for everyone to come home to sit and eat dinner together. When I was a child my dad worked swing shift. He would cook dinner at lunchtime and my mom would come home on her lunch break and we would sit and have dinner together. That way we got one good meal together. Then my dad had a good hearty meal before work. Then it didn’t matter if we ate sandwiches at night.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

I love it! So worth it!

[@MarilynDuncan-kk8de]

You amaze me!! Your freezer meals look incredible. You also look adorable in those overhauls. Cannot wait to see what you do next.

[@AZJH8374]

Good tip. Put your onions in the freezer for 20 minutes before chopping. No tears, it works great. I'll even delay a cooking project if l forget, & put them in the freezer.

[@beverlyhendricks9456]

If you rinse the onion in cold water , after you cut it in half , you won’t cry.

[@sharonmckee2403]

I am so glad I came back to see you and your family! Making Lard is one thing I want to do. I’ve stayed busy canning…. And I’m getting tired! Thank you for explaining things so well!

[@kimberlycrawford1298]

Love this video; the view out your window is amazing!!!

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Thank you so much! I love it too.

[@lf4061]

There is a porcelain repair paint that you can get, probably from a hardware store, that you can use for those chips in your sink.

[@debbyplank2189]

Doing a video on what a weeks' worth or whatever of food would be helpful. I do so much better with a visual. Thank you!!

[@AZJH8374]

My BEST dog of my life was my English Springer Spaniel. Please show him more!!! Mine was a female. I love & miss her so much. One of the main reason l watch & subscribed to your channel. God Bless you all and many prayers 🙏🏻 Nurse Judi in Scottsdale AZ and Eucharistic Minister ☦️ 🙏🏻

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Such a great dog!

[@jeannenemmyers6580]

Freeze dried dill is amazing. I freeze dry all my dill and it just needs to sit to rehydrate for about 5 minutes. It's perfect. I also freeze dry my basil, oregano, thyme, etc. Enjoy.

[@ajnagle5204]

When foil wrapping the burrito, see how it fits diagonally, may work out easier 😊

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

You’re right, thanks for the tip!

[@FlatTireFarmHomesteadingAlaska]

LOVE the breakfast bowls! Genius!!

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

They are so easy to take along! I know you work

[@cindysandhu7281]

Hi Jessica 👋 So good to see you again. I've been off for a while, and I'm waiting for some good weather down here on the Peninsula. It's been raining and cool here with a couple of days getting up to like the early 60s, but nothing like it should be by now. Loving all the cooking you've been doing, perfect for busy summertime meals. So I have a quick tip on red onions to not to make you cry is to take out the white middle (the strongest part), and it really helps with no more tears. 😭 Excellent tips and tricks, and I agree with everything you said. Loved the man who fixed his hair in the video. 😂😂😂 I love your long videos, so I would totally watch your year worth of food. Have a wonderful weekend, my friend 😊

[@theresefreeland3762]

Dill is stronger freeze-dried I love it. Almost all herbs are fantastic freeze dried. Celery is also great frees dried and then made into powder,oe keep in in small dice after freez drying.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

I love it! Great to know!

[@mariaendermann5056]

I like your comment about everyone eats dinner together. I think that’s important and has gotten lost for many in our society. I’m gonna try your chicken salad recipe!

[@fishinghole333]

You're a batch cooking super hero. What a great job!

[@michellewortelboer4678]

A suggestion, try one time. Crack all your eggs on a cookie sheet and bake them in the oven. Works great.

[@annaking9213]

Wow, everything looked so good. The new puppy is beautiful.

[@MelissaStewart-i4e]

You might try Bar Keepers Friend on the stains on your sink. It is wonderful for Porcelain and Stainless Steel!

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Yes I do use that when it gets bad, I try not to strip it to often but that stuff is amazing

[@tracyedwards9522]

I made the potato salad this morning. We had it tonight. It is delicious! Thanks!!

[@debbiecrouch709]

You are amazing with the health issues you have you are always on top of everyday life n more! Have a great week!

[@lauralarita2896]

We always had dinner at seven sharp. My husband would come home for lunch and we have dinner together. Poor thing had to go back to work. Now that my husband‘s retired and the kids are grown a few are still at the house, but we rarely ever sit down at the table and eat together. We just go to our lounge chairs and eat in front of the TV. I do miss those days of us sitting all around the table.❤

[@kathrynbroome5966]

love your vlogs not bin with you long few weeks and im going back looking and i love them ty for taking the time doing them and stay safe kathy uk

[@LifeinAlaska]

You are saving so much time with all the meal prep.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Thank you so much

[@susanmassey9635]

Loved this video. Gave me some different ideas.Having everyone at the table is so nice. Families don’t do it enough. Thank you .❤❤

[@rachelmick4051]

Codie looks incredible! She is getting more and more beautiful as she matures. I hope she is loving her new home.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Thank you so much

[@AllGoodThings2022]

Our family just discovered your channel. So much beneficial information. Especially grateful for your time and devotion showing each stage from purchasing, creating and final product. Thank you for sharing 💜

[@YAHIs3N1]

Thank you so much!!! This is exactly what I needed to see. 💜 Because of you, I now know what to do, and plan to do the same very soon. 😁

[@akLeanne]

Your husband cracks me up. Great humor he has. So don't you Jessica ❤😊

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

lol thanks

[@acceptamiracle]

You have such a big heart. You are an inspiration. Thank you.

[@christinebursey4976]

Excellent meals and ideas,stay well and enjoy every moment with family.

[@charlottecannon314]

Love your videos! Food looks delicious. If youll buy Comet and a small sink brush, that sink will clean up and the stains will be gone. I hace a old sink too and use Comet to clean it up. Works line a charm. Best wishes.

[@lauragroux4444]

Momma M. needs a much larger aluminum mixing bowl! I would have those sausage and egg creations flung from here to there!! So sweet of you to put Grandma’s care at such a high priority. Congratulations on the new grand-puppy! Enjoyed your “man on the street” reporting at Costco. Enjoy your Alaskan life and thank you for allowing me to tag along. Until our next visit, much love coming your way! ❤️Momma G

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Thank you I spill all the time lol

[@tammysmith7345]

When I made my breakfast sandwiches, I cooked my eggs in my muffin pan! Turned out perfect

[@Yaya2214CJ]

That's a great idea! Thank you for sharing

[@lifeonkensingtonroad]

So much work went into this video. Thank you so much for taking the time to include us all! You amaze and inspire me! 💛 Your grandma is so blessed to have you caring for her and trying to make her life the best it can be! I cared for my grandma for several years before she left us. Those moments continue to bless me every day. It's not an easy road, but it's one that's sure to touch your heart! Sending much love and many prayers to your awesome family! -Rebekah

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Thank you so so much

[@deqaabdi2090]

Thank you for these meal ideas they are Amazing!

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Glad you like them!

[@2011capecod]

Another great video!!!! Love watching. I tried meal prepping and it never turns out good but watching this video makes me want to try again. I just love watching the meal prepping videos. Please drop the chicken salad recipe b/c I would love to try.

[@Lynn_Up_North]

Absolutely love the channel Jessica. You make we want to batch cook breakfasts lol.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

@@Lynn_Up_North thank you! So kind of you

[@jaekim2554]

Love your video. Very very helpful :)

[@stephanyrosales8892]

Hi, a new sub here. For the red onion if you rinse with cold water it will help with the strong smell of onion, but still have the flavor and crunch. It's the best hack ever.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Hello WELCOME!

[@luceaschild]

I am just catching up with your latest videos. A lot has happened! Your confidence and spirit of joy are so uplifting. Please consider doing a video on restocking both the upstairs and downstairs pantries! It would be very informative to see what needs to happen next to build back up.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

I would love to. When funds allow. It might be a hot minute but we are making it through this with heads high and lots left in the pantry. But as soon as we can I’ll restock and take you all along

[@lindakeels5446]

Ph9😮

[@2011capecod]

I was looking for the chicken salad recipe? I’m excited to meal prep

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

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[@CatheyJenkins]

👋 lovely 🥰 thank you 🙏 for your help xxxx

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Thank you so much

[@lauralarita2896]

That’s like my recipe, but I add sweet pickle, dill pickle, black olives and hard boiled eggs, chopped.❤

[@HappyHooligans]

Barkeeper's Friend in the shaker can like comet (not the liquid one!) will get your sink beautifully white.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

It does great I use it but it is hard on it so I try to limit it

[@kelliepineda9822]

when i freeze things that dont fill container i put plastic wrap inside to cover what were syoreing so no ice crystal buikd up or freezer burn ectif no plasticvwrap i have cut a baggie n used parchment might work to its just to make sure no extra air in container. i do same for hubbys ice cream cause takes him forever to eat

[@marymcdonough557]

Thank you. Love your channel and your family values.

[@shawnmcquillan3874]

I always use red onion in chicken salad/ celery, cilantro chopped, red pepper, 1/2 Avacado mashed/ splash ACV, fresh minced garlic, salt , pepper….. yuuuuummmm! My fav 😊

[@monahardy978]

There is a pretty simple technique to re glaze you're sink will look new..i absolutely love your sink!! Love the recipes dang thats alotta eggs!

[@riddle8062]

Aaron cracks me up!! Cute new puppy!! These are such great ideas for quick breakfast/lunch meals from the freezer. Thanks for all of the information! God bless you all!

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@marilynfdavis891]

You good always look so-o good!! I’d like to swipe a bowl of each one!! You are a huge part of a wonderful family!! 💜😋👋🏻

[@christinegaines8205]

Love this video! Always enjoy watching you and your beautiful Alaska

[@kelliepineda9822]

they say to rinse strong onion under coldvwster??

[@lindahays8444]

You sure are busy girl. Potato salad looked delish. So did the breakfast foods. So very sweet the things you do for your grandmother. And last but not least you can come cook for me anytime.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Thank you so much

[@pamelab.4731]

I sure love watching your cooking videos, such great ideas!!

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Thank you so much

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

Such encouraging videos. Ty Jessica. These look so good. Is Aaron gonna forget us now that he's back at work? lol. You are amazing at giving your children whatever they want. You're a great mom Jessica. Ty for sharing your lives with us.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

He could never for get us! lol thank you

[@WillowsGarden]

Hi Jessica and sweet family! Awww Kodi, how cute your new puppy is. My poor mama, I would bring every stray dog home and she would help me take care of them. lol, Aaron is so funny. Good job on making your grandmother some good nutritious food and also the family. I like cooking ahead and having freezer meals for myself. I just made 30 egg rolls with meat and I can eat them for lunch or dinner. Ina Gardner is one of my longtime favorites. I hope everyone has a blessed weekend ❤️

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

I just got this! KZbin held this message for 6 days! Thank you my dear friend have a blessed weekend!

[@kelliepineda9822]

weds took daughter to las vegas ( she broke her foot ortho) ijea was across steet from dr n got stainless steel canning funnel with removable strainer n bottle funnel all stainless i made blt n just used it it love it.

[@mariezafonte6473]

Jessica, I love having breakfast in the freezer. Going to look for those cups next time at Costco. Why haven't I seen the foil lids before! My family likes the English muffins toasted before I make the sandwiches. I enjoyed today's video and you talking about food. I live alone and found that I stocked up on too much food. With the grandkids so busy with school and sports, the big family dinners haven't been so big. It's important to re-evaluate my needs. Have a good weekend.

[@gillgallon9631]

Great video, really enjoyed it Thank you

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@karenried8495]

Loved this video! Very inspiring! I am by myself and got great ideas so I don’t waste food! I missed hearing where you said the soup was from?

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

She had gift cards to Olive Garden they were free to her and she just loves them

[@MyAlaska12]

I know where I'm going if the SHTF. ha ha ha Thanks for sharing. I never thought of doing all of these breakfast meals and freezing them.

[@johndenoma6397]

I keep a years worth of the rice's, various dry beans, lentils, chick peas, and pasta. I store it in food grade 5gal buckets with screw lids.

[@jacketssprockets9842]

Thanks for the information. Lots of good ideas and inspiration. I missed where the soup came from. Love the freezer cup idea. Thanks again enjoy your videos thanks for sharing your lives.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

She had a gift card to Olive Garden so we got her, her favorite soups to freeze up easy that way

[@Belle501]

We had a 100 year old claw foot tub in our dorm. My roommate splashed it with bleach after every use and it was GLEAMING in no time. It was your sinks color (or darker really) to start.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

That’s amazing!

[@sarahschlosser1203]

Great advise! I make what I call a breakfast bowl with hash browns, eggs and sausage and gravy with a little cheese. Hardy for our cold winters, make enough to send with my son who works on a ranch over the mountain.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

So yummy! I should make Aaron make extra gravy next time for that

[@jenmv3483]

Wow your amazing! Does anyone in the family ever help you with batch cooking?

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Oh yes if I’m not filming it’s a family affair.

[@lisanowakow3688]

Love your sink!

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

@@lisanowakow3688 thank you! Best free thing I ever have found!

[@janemay8721]

Good video! Loved the freezer meal breakfast idea . Thanks for sharing.

[@beverlyclark4352]

Those look amazing. Where did you get those bowls?

[@kelliepineda9822]

i myself cantbstand smell or tadte of chorizo but rest of famiky does i just cook it outside butbi will save drippings to use in beans for my hubby .

[@BrakesBake]

Thanks for sharing and you did great in Costco with all those distractions. Have a wonderful weekend.

[@glendasmith7507]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video! Thank you so much for sharing this 😊

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Love it thank you

[@karenbaird3405]

I enjoyed and learned some new ideas for freezing meals. I would like to see how to figure out food for a month or year. This is a goal of mine, but I can't seem to do it on my own. Thank you for thus video!

[@MadelynFenu]

I always use mustard and eggs in my potato salad. Everything looks delicious

[@anniehinshaw9433]

Thank you, Jessica. Everything looks great!!

[@LesleeMqttingly]

Run cold water while your cutting up your onion and it will stop the burning in your eyes, well it works for me

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

I will try that next time!

[@ellenbarczak8935]

Everything looks so good. But I was wondering if you've tasted the chicken salad since it was frozen? I had always heard that meals with dairy don't do well but I love the idea of it easily accessible.

[@PatriciaCentralFlorida]

Love your videos please show more freezing meal videos

[@mindyluster2586]

I LOVE your vintage sink! 🤩

[@suemagyari2992]

Always love your vlogs!

[@michelesalazar2045]

Loving this video. So you FROZE the chicken salad with Mayo?? I did not know you could do that.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

It turned out fine I guess I didn’t know you shouldn’t! lol so now I know it did fine

[@catherinehammond4925]

Cody is really maturing beautifully as a young lady 😊

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Thank you!

[@eileen4904]

Does the celery being it's frozen had a lot of water to whatever you added to

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

No I think it’s one of the best frozen veggies

[@hoosiermama16]

The olive garden chicken and gnocchi soup is SOOOO Easy to make at home, next time she gets a craving for it!

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Sooo yummy agree and it was free! Can’t beat that

[@sueholte451]

You are amazing!!!!!

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

You are so kind

[@hermithillfarm1123]

😮I didn't know you could freeze mayo, WHATTTTTTTTT. Also you're looking wonderful today. Aaron is a trip 😂. What a cute puppy. That's great that they let Blu come visit the grandparents my daughter done that too but she forgot to pick the puppy up 😂

[@joanntucker2742]

I love your dogs 😍😮

[@PatriciaCentralFlorida]

About freezing for a year. I think for me freezing food for 3-5 months is enough. I make casseroles and since it on two of us I make one to eat and one to freeze. I always freeze soups like chili, stuff green pepper soup and Italian wedding soup. I freeze goulash, spaghetti casserole, chicken tetrazzini, taco soup, tons of spaghetti sauce with ground beef and Italian sausage. Will you be doing more freezer meals videos?

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

So many great ones!

[@kelliepineda9822]

i made blts today n saved some bacon cant decided if want potatoes salad or mac i have hard boiledbeggsvas well so can make any ofbthem .

[@susanburd4553]

Large soup containers good for egg gathering

[@maliaschortgen2147]

I didn't realize you could freeze chicken salad How is it when you thaw it out?

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

No one told me we couldn’t so I did and it’s good just stir it up and defrost in the fridge

[@andreamorrison8419]

Hi Jessica 👋, I love your cooking!! Glad your back at it.

[@modernhomesteadalaska]

Thank you so much

[@Nancy35786]

You should make your own soup and freezer like that

[@kelliepineda9822]

i liked the ez of those sour cream tubes but does nit go very far so i still buy theb3 or5 lb tub of daisy