what i eat in a week on a budget | realistic

[@ImmyLucas]

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[@MandyKuhl-j3w]

good healthy portions.... well done. It looks real.. which is nice. No fancy video. Nice.

[@sirih9012]

Did you have de recipe for that noodelsallad?

[@GS-cf7pw]

I would also bel interested in the noodle salad recipe

[@cutekitten4395]

I grew up in a house where we did meal planning and 1 weekly shopping trip. My parents divorced when I was young and my mum was always more financially well off than my dad so she got to spend more on ingredients and make most meals fresh where my dad did the "make a pot big enough to feed and army" and then eat it the rest of the week, but neither would ever leave stuff in the fridge for very long and if I wanted to try making something I needed to plan out what I would use the left over ingredients for to justify to them buying it. As a result my fridge is near empty without the weekly veggies and I know exactly what's in my pantry at all times which I am very thankful for

[@sunriseskies3883]

Nice!! I do this now and like it that my fridge isn’t full of things (mainly veg) that will go bad before I can eat them

[@mariezimmerman8247]

As a vegan (8 years) knitter (5 years) and avid hiker, your content is actually the intersection of all of my interests! You've inspired me to lean hard into sustainability this year, and I'm so happy that you and this corner of the internet exists. I discovered your channel late last year, and you've quickly become a comfort youtuber for me

[@jessicaking9726]

LOVE love love these types of videos you do. Thank you for all the company and inspiration! I'd love to see more of the "batch cook and freeze" type options highlighted. It's also just the two of us, we get bored of things quickly, and I have health issues that make cooking every day not a guaranteed thing. I love having something in the freezer that can be pulled out to thaw for that night, and have been doing more of that lately. Such a lifesaver!

[@ImmyLucas]

Ohhh such a good idea for a video! thank you!! I'll make sure to add it to my list of videos to film

[@MyCozyLife-Lisa]

I second this😊

[@DirseCT]

Yes, I don't know the best way to freeze things. Many frozen foods taste weird to me, but I do have ARFID. Not sure if it's just me or I'm doing something wrong.

[@june-onthewestcoast]

@@DirseCT i have arfid too and have found better utilizing my freezer helps so much w making sure i'm eating enough!! i think it's so personal to figure out what bothers you and how to work around it. i have a lot of thoughts about foods "decomposing"/rotting when they're in the fridge, so i can't stomach eating foods that i froze after several days in the fridge. but if i make extra and freeze it right away, i have no issues with it. i have a lot of texture issues too, so it takes some trial and error to figure out what defrosts okay and what recipes i need to use certain frozen ingredients in. if taste changes bother you, maybe it's worth experimenting with different storage containers and trying to freeze different foods/ingredients to figure out what works for you? it's so frustrating to try things and have it not work and feel like you're wasting food that way, but over time it's helped me so much to eat a lot better and be less reliant on heavily processed/highly packaged foods!

[@denise1517]

I always freeze bread cut in slices. If you defrost it, it is (almost) as good as new. You can also take out single slices and throw them in the toaster. 🤓

[@GS-cf7pw]

How do you store it?thanks

[@denise1517]

Tbh I store it in a plastic bag 🫡

[@tinamourra8324]

Your videos are starting to give cottage core/homestead vibes and I am here for it

[@leahaf808]

Oh wow, your jumper looks incredible! You've come so far with your knitting in such a short time, it's amazing ❤

[@ImmyLucas]

Thank you! 😊

[@lilscorpio84]

Love cleaning out pantry or getting creative with leftovers videos. I do this very often as well, so there is really no waste 😊

[@pEAcEgrL8]

Love this! I’ve been very caught up in always trying to make new recipes that require all of these new ingredients that I don’t end up using for other meals so then I end up wasting the excess when it goes bad. I’m also on a low buy and trying really hard to use what I have and eat more simple or repetitive meals etc. Please make more videos like this! Would be interested in hearing your tips for freezing batches (what can be frozen what can’t and for how long, how to reheat, etc.). Thanks!

[@lilly-quintero]

I love these types of videos! So inspiring to use everything up in my own cupboard. I could watch you cook the same recipes over and over again 😂. Looking forward to more content like this 😊

[@ImmyLucas]

Appreciate you ❤️❤️

[@wyldlibrarian3549]

Thanks Immy - strangely I had also decided that was my goal this year - plan in advance and dont waste . Love your work

[@Baoandbeans]

I came across your channel - thanks YT recommendation. I wanted to say I like your editing style, the cinematic, and storytelling PLUS I found your voice so soothing. Thanks for sharing this helpful video!!

[@dj.h7424]

same here, how have I missed this!! Recently found derek sarno as well thanks to the recommendation. I guess AI isn't all bad 😂

[@shess1640]

that sweater is fantastic....I'm so impressed...it looks so complicated, no wonder it has seemed challenging at times. But how glorious it is turning out

[@catrobinson6282]

The jumper is amazing!! Wearing it while enjoying a slice of that (chef's kiss) sourdough is something to be relished!

[@pixelheart3539]

The whole "making a soup and not writing down what was in it" is sooooo relatable.🤣

[@suzannebousquet2710]

I love to cook and love watching your videos! I also hate wasting food. I am currently reading American Wasteland by Jonathan Bloom. It's so sad how much food is wasted. Luckily my daughters grew up with a mom that cooked from scratch and leftovers were a given. Lucky too also having a husband that didn't mind! Gorgeous sweater! Thank you for sharing your ideals with us; they are inspirational!!!

[@thelullinthestorm]

That sweater!! 😍 loved this video. I discovered this recipe for kimchi tofu stir fry that I’m loving for using up those giant (and cheap) Asian market kimchi jars. You just fry tofu chunks 4 mins per side then add chopped green onions and kimchi (approx 2/3c but follow your heart) and then a few mins later deglaze with a sauce of kimchi juice, a teaspoon of sugar (agave worked well), and soy sauce- roughly 1T soy to 2T juice. Can add water as needed simmer until it’s where you like and serve on rice. It’s so basic but so delicious

[@chelseashurmantine8153]

Yeah my cookbook of hers is called “Big Vegan Flavor. I kind of wish it was called Rainbow Plantlife the way Happy Herbivore branded all her stuff. This cookbook is so creative! She has a lot of great ideas, I’ll have to try that salad. I think her tofu recipes are so creative and had my mind running with them after I flipped through that section. So far everything I’ve tried has been very tasty. And yeah I heard that Colorado has been freakishly warm so a nice cold salad meal would be a lovely refresh. I’m going hard on citrus season. Eating some oranges and grapefruit with Tajin. Really hitting the spot. Plus I’ve been making some pomegranate+shoestring beat salads with spring mix and arugula, and sunflower seeds. So good. But yeah just had to comment that Big Vegan Flavor is a huge success for modern Vegan cookbooks.

[@fp2551]

That jumper is so amazing!!!!!!! I am currently struggling with my first ever jumper, I have gotten the collar finished and that is it... This has inspired me to keep going. I love these videos

[@rachelhayden148]

I ALWAYS look forward to your videos. They are just so enjoyable and well done- thank you for sharing and taking the time to create this content for your viewers.

[@ImmyLucas]

Aw thank you so much!

[@quiet_the_mood]

Absolutely! 👌

[@petalss5325]

This just popped up out of nowhere but I’m not complaining. I LOVE this. So glad I found a new channel that aligns with my values. Newly subbed!

[@ImmyLucas]

So happy to have you here!!

[@a.joyyyyyy]

So inspiring! I would love to see more budget friendly/use up what’s in the cupboards videos! ☺

[@CaitlinSewsSometimes]

Immy!! that sweater looks incredible!!

[@ImmyLucas]

ah thank you!! I can't believe I finally finished it

[@MandyKuhl-j3w]

Yeah, wonderful!!!!

[@numivis7807]

Woow the sweater looks great! You got so good at knitting in such a short time

[@ImmyLucas]

Thank youuuu I tried really hard on this over the Christmas period !

[@justinamoniz]

I'm currently ~trying~ to do some postpartum meal prep and this sort of video is so helpful. Made me remember that I have a bunch of red lentils in my cupboard that need using up. Looks like I'm going to be making dahl for the first time!

[@veganradiation]

The passion and conviction of a vegan activist! As I watch this video, Im reminded of the power of personal choices and the impact they can have on our world. The speakers dedication to reducing food waste and living sustainably is truly inspiring. I love how they highlight the benefits of meal planning and food prep - its amazing how much more mindful we can be when we take the time to plan out our meals and make a grocery list. And those noodle salads look delicious! Who wouldnt want a fresh, healthy meal after a few days of relying on freezer meals? The speakers comments about feeling grateful for what they have are also really resonating with me. As vegans, we often focus on the benefits of our lifestyle choices (and there are many!), but its just as important to appreciate and be thankful for what we do have. Im also intrigued by their approach to shopping - only buying groceries once every 5 days? Thats impressive! It takes a lot of planning and discipline, but I can see how it would help reduce waste and save money. Overall, this video has left me feeling motivated and inspired to continue making conscious choices about my food and lifestyle. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences - youre an amazing role model for living sustainably and compassionately!

[@assiuuskallio2960]

My ”formula” for budget meal planning is alternating between meals that can pretty much be made from pantry items and meals that require more fresh produce. Any and all leftover veggies are good in a pureed soup, imo it’s just a matter of seasoning. That way it’s not too costly but also there’s enough veggies and I won’t get bored of the inevitably rice/pasta/bean heavy pantry stuff.

[@quiet_the_mood]

Oh I really didn't want it to end! Loved it all Immy. Planning meals in advance, so mostly only buying ingredients for those meals, saves a lot of waste, I love it too, super satisfying. The noodle salad is often on repeat here. Thanks so much...come back soooon!xx

[@amythomson4446]

That sourdough looked amazing 👏 🤩

[@hanna1801]

Love that you're telling everything that you're grateful of. I would like to try also made habit of remembering to be gratefull of things I have!

[@kateliness2]

We've been doing exactly the same thing! Eating out of pantry and freezer. The worst part is the lack of texture sometimes 😅 so I agree that the fresh taste of a non-frozen ingredient is such a treat at the moment!

[@ImmyLucas]

Yeeeessss haha omg the texture of frozen pasta is baaad

[@lilibellenada7519]

I often add 1-2 fresh veggies to a freezer meal (like bellpeppers) and it makes all the difference!

[@StephsHealthMatters]

Your sweater looks amazing. I'm working on a pantry challenge as well, and getting creative and also really seeing home much food you already have is eye-opening.

[@Myhippiehomesteaduk]

Loved this Immy, one of my favourite KZbinrs and although I am not vegan, these are my favourite videos to watch as I can easily adapt recipes to suit my own lifestyle, sustainability goals ❤

[@izamanic]

I love your videos. I have an instant pot that I have never used! Ridiculously it kind of scares me as to where to start! Do you think one day you could do a video about instant pots showing some recipes? Would be a great help.

[@ImmyLucas]

Omg absolutely!

[@Becca_Beam]

I love these realistic meal videos! Sometimes it really just is chili three (or five!) days in a row 😅 Your jumper is also incredible!! One thing you could look into for the next colourwork jumper is yarn dominance - it can make a big difference in how the colourwork sections pop out from the background ☺

[@ursulas3641]

We are on very parallel journeys when it comes to having a low buy year AND being more mindful about using up what I have in my fridge and pantry and what I buy and plan for when it comes to cooking. Thanks Immy for the inspiration :)

[@jennugent3957]

I love it when past me sets current me up for success. I've just finished off last of random curries /soup freezer finds... I need to restock!

[@learitter3112]

Watching this is soo cozy

[@ImmyLucas]

The highest compliment ever

[@ZeroWasteFamily]

love your What I Eat videos, and the budget-friendly one is even better!

[@alainabarbagiovanni]

so happy i found your channel!!! these meals look sooo delicious & fullfilling - can't wait to try xx

[@Mariana-up3sm]

Hi Immy, for the sushi rolls you should try Gimbap, is a Korean vegetable rolls. Many of them have kimchi! Love your videos!!

[@jaminwaite3867]

I make kimbap more than sushi bc it’s more savory and I find it’s easier to include more variety. Recently got seasoned burdock root at my local Korean market and planning on making a silken tofu/chickpea flour omelette that I can slice for it too. Alongside the pickled radishes in my fridge from bibimbap

[@Mariana-up3sm]

@@jaminwaite3867 Oh the chickpea flour omelette is a clever idea, i'll give it a try! I normally put some smoked tofu, kimchi, radish and burdock, and all the vegies i found on the fridge, great to prevent food waste!

[@MyCozyLife-Lisa]

Loved this video. We’re currently doing a low buy month and we’re eating up food from our pantry and freezer as well. Thanks for some meal ideas😊 Also, the sweater you’re knitting is GORGEOUS😍

[@MeloyKimberly]

You are so intentional and inspiring. I adore these videos.

[@Confusingly_laura]

You might want to try Russian purling! I find it helps with my tension and you can keep your yarn in your left hand if that's what you're used to. Regardless, your sweater looks gorgeous!

[@Raine278]

Do you have the recipe for the salad please? 🙏🏻

[@melaniemajor4319]

I would love to know as well!

[@meganmkinney]

That sourdough loaf is beautiful! I've had good luck with baked loaves stored in the freezer.

[@lintilla2002ify]

Wow! Beautiful jumper 👌 Another helpful and inspiring video, thank you ❤

[@ImmyLucas]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@ericabriscoe]

Your sourdough looked absolutely amazing as did all the recipes you made, so much inspiration, and wow your jumper 😍 I have noticed how you also don’t seem to use loads of pots, pans and bowls etc multi purpose love that! Can I ask how big your bread making bowl is? Sending love immy x

[@marcelaa.4116]

Hermoso video, la estética es excelente , el contenido también. Te felicito por el suéter!! Para mi, es muy complicado tejer esas guardas, me parece bellísimo 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@bettymaugeri7316]

Great incentive for me to start using the food in the cabinet - 👍 Thanks Immy!

[@lauralester7919]

Could you share the recipe for the dressing you used in the carrot/cabbage salad please? ❤❤

[@anaalves3658]

Oh my goodness 😍😍😍😍😍😍 your jersey is so beautiful 😍. I need to do the same with my fridge and freezer, eat what is there before buying more ingredients.

[@thealiceftw]

that soup!!! i hope you remember how you made it and could share the recipe haha. also, i would love seeing more cheap snack ideas that you eat xx

[@candace3493]

Thanks for sharing your gratitude approach and recipes. It's hard for many to acknowledge what they have in order to be as a resourceful. Being disabled impedes my cooking or makes it impossible some days. I am trying to treat my body with respect in this process and not succumb to either cravings outside of my dietary needs or other harmful restrictive habits that are repackaged as good advice.

[@anetkarolova2304]

I really love frugal eating and cooking inspo. But I don't know if it's just me but I almost always lose track of what did you actually eat in a day, how many days did you film etc 😄

[@misoenoki]

about the bread, surely you could freeze them if your concern was them going stale before you could finish it? they reheat very nicely!!

[@missloly824]

I'm so impressed by that sourdough! And holy moly that sweater is beautiful. What yarn are you using?

[@ImmyLucas]

Thank you!! I’m using Malabrigo Verano 100% Pima cotton in 063 and 921

[@viivi2001]

came to watch this after I saw your ig post about the finished sweater! it's really beautiful!

[@ImmyLucas]

Ah thank you!! There’s going to be a KZbin video also that’s just dedicated to making the sweater, where I show the whole process!

[@viivi2001]

@@ImmyLucas yay!! I love watching that kind of stuff

[@heycrisper]

Wow! The sweater looks great Immy 🎉🎉 I was so glad to see your video this week. I’ve been very tired lately, so making and preparing food has been a bit of a chore.

[@eatwithafia]

I am really enjoying this series!

[@ImmyLucas]

Ah Afia!! Thank you! So lovely to see you here in the comments ❤️

[@DatilPortatil]

Loved the video!! So inspiring, thank you for sharing your thoughs 💜

[@Akasha303]

this was soo interesting to watch how you arrange it all..the though process I think people will learn allot from this

[@ilaria1726]

Hi Immy! Would you have a recipe for the 3-hour bread?

[@pleasedtoreadyou]

omg those loaves! 🤤 i love this video - so much inspiration for me. thank you, Immy!

[@spark0girl]

Thanks!! You’ve inspired me to go through my own pantry

[@marycharlebois6627]

And I thought I was the only one who thought coffee goes with stretching!! Honestly… pairing a cup of java with my slow morning movement is the best way to start the day for me. Thanks for sharing all your great ideas and inspiration. I get a lot out of your videos. Ⓜary💕👩🏻‍🎓

[@Trentz2]

0:58 wow, This is glass version of South Indian filter coffee. If you mix fine ground coffee and chicory, you get amazing decoction. Mix that with frothed milk and little sugar, it’s heaven. The entire house will smell awesome. Since you already have the device, just buy the filter coffee powder at any Indian grocery store…you will like it.

[@andyvenegas1000]

For the sushi roll I recommend brushing the nori seaweed with a little sesame oil (or whatever you have) and salt, and placing it for about 30 seconds on each side in a hot pan, it changes the flavor so much🤤

[@reganstandlick7520]

Absolutley adore your bowl and want to get the soup holders for my fridge. What do you recommend for cooking the bread once it's ready? I am working on starter right now for the first time

[@ImmyLucas]

Any kind of dutch oven! Having a lid really helps to create steam and makes the bread rise really nicely!

[@breve711]

Your videos are so comforting and enjoyable

[@pacifica9718]

The jumper looked fabulous Immy! ❤

[@ImmyLucas]

Ah thank you so much! I have a full video on the whole process coming out next week!!

[@NikSawyer]

I love your jumper and envy your bread making skills. Thanks for the inspiring content (as usual). 🙂

[@leanneearle3652]

I have a list of ingredients that I am trying using up because I bought them for a recipe and never used them again. I am slowly thinning down my cupboards this year :)

[@silliepixie]

All of the food looks so yummy, and that sweater looks amazing!

[@shessassy]

The collar on your jumper looks so good! Great work. :-)

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Immy, your jumper is beautiful. Brilliant job.👍👍❤❤

[@ImmyLucas]

Thank you so much 😀

[@b-ridge1589]

The design on that sweater is so pretty!

[@melissam.6652]

I keep my bread (homemade and store bought) in the fridge, it stays good for much longer than keeping it out.

[@angelinaaihara2977]

Love your content. I'm curious. This is the first time I heard the term "stacking". How is it different from multi-tasking?

[@alyssaadam6]

Can you use green split peas in your recipe instead of yellow?

[@ImmyLucas]

Absolutely! Moong dal, red lentils, yellow or green split peas! Any legume really!

[@alyssaadam6]

@SustainablyVegan how much tomato paste instead if a tomato? I am trying to use my pantry too. Thank you for your response. I have struggling budgeting especially groceries. Meal planning is my down fall. I could use help.

[@emmso94]

Hello! I noticed that you have cracks in the corner of your mouth. I get this every winter. For me b-vitamins always sorts it out (b-12 & b-6) and sometimes a zink supplement if they are really stubborn. ❄️

[@marciaquesenberry3803]

In reading the comments on this video, I hope you feel inspired to keep going! Forget about the “normal” job unless you need to do it for financial reasons. You do such great work here!

[@CastledarkDweller27]

Oh god yes! I need to do this desperately! Eat everything in freezer fridge and pantry and STOP BUYING! Thanks for the inspo! Here I GO!🎉

[@CastledarkDweller27]

Ps…. Your big bread bowl is lovely and your end result bread loaves are the PRETTIEST I’ve ever seen!❤

[@anaalvbal1301]

Yess food videos again❤❤❤

[@ImmyLucas]

More to come!

[@hazysummer72]

I found one way to help with food waste and getting bored of the same meals is to plan cuisine adjacent fresh items- so Mexican and Indian foods might require coriander, onions, tomatoes - or oddly Vietnamese / Middle East - mint, spring onions, parsley I also freeze a lot of half bunches of herbs, particularly coriander, parsley, spring onions - not great in salads, but perfect for livening up some soup etc. I just chop the whole bunch, and put what I’m not using in a freezer bag if it’s not in the meal plan, or in a container for the fridge if it is.

[@sarikagoode1505]

I love this video ❤ Great inspiration 🥰

[@ImmyLucas]

Thank you! I hope it gives you some good ideas!

[@viggigatse]

Where is the mould for your freezer soups from? xx

[@jillianvanliew]

Beautiful sourdough!! Hope it tasted as good as it looked.

[@pleasedtoreadyou]

okay, sorry, i'm commenting as i'm watching the video. THAT SWEATER! ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! 😍 i really need to get out of my "i'm a knitter of scarves and scarves only" comfort zone. also, if you have some recs for vegan yarn, i'd love to hear them. ☺

[@bodilrummelhoff7372]

The same here, would love to know which vegan yarn you use Immy! 💕

[@june-onthewestcoast]

if you're okay with secondhand wool, i make all of my projects out of thrifted knitwear i unravel!

[@pleasedtoreadyou]

@ ooh, so smart! thank you for the tip!

[@lorimartin4476]

Love the Tapas meals!

[@Goldielocksc]

Thank you for the video

[@sustylery]

That jumper is BEAUTIFUL 💙

[@jennistevenson796]

I never waste food and don’t really understand how or why wasting food happens. I think about the meals we are going to have and what I need for them and buy that and then use it . We are vegetarian and leaning increasingly vegan although we keep chickens ( they are my best friends) so will always have eggs. We grow nearly all our own veg and fruit ( except bananas) so freeze a lot. In the Summer I make huge quantities of veg soup and freeze it. Love your porcelain sweater, the collar looks perfect ,are you knitting it in cotton ? I am still finishing up some xmas gift knits ! Just finished the sari Nordlund poet socks and am making the caitlin Hunter alpine bloom hat for the third time after someone asked for it having seen one I made ( which felt really nice) in a beautiful blue and white shetland wool. Then I will get back to a colourwork jumper for myself by Jessica McDonald , nearly finished the yoke. Your bread looks amazing. I would love to make sourdough. It’s too cold in my house now I think for a starter and proving. I think you are British. I am too, living in France.

[@vibingvegan]

Love this video! Please make more :)

[@Abcdivatrice]

Hii. Could you please tell me please what is the tofu press you use ? Thaanks

[@mrsbrittanylouu7518]

Oh I love this video! ❤❤❤

[@Laura-kg6se]

Love sich videos of yours!!

[@sabahatnaheed1435]

that is one beautiful sweater :)

[@msmuffitt654]

That is a beautiful sweater

[@kellydenmeade2504]

you are so talented...

[@shelivesquietly]

Would you ever consider selling your sweaters? They are absolutely beautiful. I would personally value them at $200-$300+, I hope that isn't offensively low. Regardless, you are talented and I love seeing all the different projects you do!