What’s for Dinner | BUDGET FRIENDLY FAMILY MEAL IDEAS | September 2024

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Can we take a minute and appreciate all the hard work Kristin puts into her videos?! I truly appreciate her. I've gotten so many delicious recipes over the years.

[@KristinStepp]

Aw that means so much to me! Thank you for always being so supportive, you’re the best! 💕

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

@@KristinStepp you're so very welcome. So many people don't realize all the work is behind these videos.

[@KathytheMama777]

Yes! I love all her videos and recipes ❤

[@KristinStepp]

@@KathytheMama777thank you!! 💕

[@KathytheMama777]

Your welcome 💛

[@BlackandDeckerPeckerWrecker]

To say that your videos are a blessing to me and my husband's menu options is an understatement. Whenever i get to feeling like we are just eating the same meals over and over again, I just come on youtube and go through your channel and i know i will find something appetizing to cook up!! Thank you as always ❤

[@KristinStepp]

Aw comments like these make my day! Thank you for being here. ❤️

[@BlackandDeckerPeckerWrecker]

@@KristinStepp thank YOU for making these videos! The other day i was watching your last dinner video and my husband said "i just love how you women share recipes online, gotta spread the good food around!" 😄

[@KristinStepp]

⁠@@BlackandDeckerPeckerWreckerI appreciate that & haha I love that!

[@sheylaalers4168]

I'm Puertorican, we put sazon Goya in EVERYTHING!

[@dradcliffe]

Welcome to the world of leg quarters! There is no better chicken to grill over charcoal either. Love them

[@rileyj5491]

Pro tip my love: poor melted, salted butter over your chicken, and then your seasonings and roast them on a cookie sheet with those on top of a cooling rack. Then put your diced potatoes underneath, and all of the chicken drippings will create a delicious sauce for your potatoes that helps them roast and crisp up with the butter! I promise I wouldn’t steer you wrong! ☺️☺️☺️🫶🏻

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you! That sounds amazing!!

[@rileyj5491]

@@KristinStepp It really is! Like I said, I won’t steer you wrong. If you do end up, trying it, please do let me know. 😊If you do end up, trying it, please do let me know. 😊

[@marilyncausey9348]

Baked chicken leg quarters don't receive the attention they should be getting! 😂 We love them. Walmart and Food Lion sell them in 10 lb bags. The usual price is $8.90 - that's .89 cents a lb! But, when they're on sale they're $6.70! That's .67 cents a lb! You just can't feed your family cheaper and they're really, really tasty.

[@chelseawehring5967]

♥️ love watching you put these together 🥰

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you! ❤️

[@bonniepwtf]

Thanks for the ideas, as always. First thing I am going to try are the beans in the Crock Pot, easy, inexpensive & good source of protein, plus delicious. 💌

[@KristinStepp]

It’s such a great recipe! 💕

[@Ah-channel0v0]

素晴らしい料理‼️共有してくれてありがとう❗️🥰👍👍👍🫶

[@CindyKinney]

Hi Kristin. You called the ravioli dish "slightly basic," but slightly basic doesn't have to be a bad thing. I think it looked amazing. And at the end of the day, if you and your family enjoyed it, it's a good thing.

[@angelcop2]

I love your voice overs!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@smokefan1443]

The sazon works really well in BBQ dishes, too!

[@jessier5975]

If you cook your ravioli in the sauce it is a game changer!!!

[@michi_hills]

I have been watching your videos for a couple of years now and omg you have the best easy-to-make recepies. As someone living alone, it has helped me a lot when I idk what to cook 🩶🩶🩶 And let us not forget the taste!!! Ugh' I enjoy them all!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad! ❤️❤️

[@ValForrest]

Every thing looks so good

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@MelissaCarlson-l6k]

I always have problems finding ripe avocados when I need then too! They're either mush or weapons grade when I need one. I have been buying the avocado cups just to keep on hand because my family loves Mexican food in all it's forms and requests it quite often.

[@CindyKinney]

Hi Melissa. I am still laughing over "weapons grade." Have a great day.

[@asweetbite3935]

Lol yeees weapons grade. We don’t love the cups, though they have a texture and flavor I don’t love but good in a pinch!

[@allisonmartin8717]

Yes, I can never get good avocados near us. I keep cups in the freezer cause they thaw fast in some water while supper is cooking.

[@tinaellis4844]

So glad your honest about the food you cook. I really enjoy your videos and the time and love that goes into your meals.

[@paulamcleod1227]

Thanks for the idea for the Just Bare lightly breaded chicken breast patties! I love chicken sandwiches and usually buy the Tyson, which are pressed, and have gotten very small over the years. New thing to try!

[@marilyncausey9348]

Kristin, the love you put into feeding your family is so obvious...and admirable ❤

[@donnastanton3960]

Your videos are a highlight for me!

[@KristinStepp]

Aw I’m so glad!

[@melissamclaughlin4383]

I got this video late.but I'm so happy I didn't miss it completely.❤😊 Everything looked beautiful and delicious Kristen 😊 have a great day and week ahead 🙏❤️

[@jenleeboo]

The ham and veggie pasta looks delicious! I'm going to try that soon, i love to use fun pasta shapes too, I really like ditalini pasta for soups.

[@cookingforcollegekids]

mind BLOWN at the at-home crinkle cut method. no version of me in any universe would ever have thought of that.

[@mslisadianemorse]

I use the Sazon for my fried chicken! I mix it in with the egg. It’s phenomenal!

[@KristinStepp]

Interesting!! I bet that is really good.

[@sheliam2937]

Kristin, you cook like my family eats! I love that your recipes are simple but often great inspiration!

[@AmandaB03]

Your refried beans looked so good!! They freeze amazingly too if you have too much leftovers😁

[@asweetbite3935]

Yes! I always freeze mine!

[@audreycasassa1683]

Excellent video as always!😊

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@kellyharris4639]

I like your recipes so much. They’re easy and require no weird ingredients

[@aimeedouglas1584]

With the chimichanga recipe, you could prep a big batch of the meat and beans ahead of time and throw them in your freezer. Then when you’re craving them again some time, it will be so much easier to throw together! Those looked delicious

[@KaronWoods-vv7gu]

Missing the lunch box series

[@KristinStepp]

I’m still posting them and I’m working on new. ☺️

[@melaniemurphy2429]

So yummy looking as always. You NEVER disappoint ❤

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@lilig4396]

I'm definitely doing every single meal from here, thank you 😊

[@KristinStepp]

❤️❤️

[@Sirid123]

Hey ❤ I have been watching your videos for over 4 years. Im from Denmark, and you have given me so many new ideas. I watch every single one of your videos, and enjoyed every video❤ Thank you so much 🥳

[@JosieBClark]

YES! I scream when I see a new video from you! 😅 hoping my pregnancy aversions go away so I can try some of these ❤❤❤

[@KristinStepp]

Haha! ❤️ my pregnancies were rough when it came to food, I feel for ya!

[@JosieBClark]

@@KristinStepp it's my second baby and another girl and I'm 19 weeks and finally able to some things but not much other than junk or fast food 😭😅

[@tasia7373]

Loved all the recipes your shared!

[@becky0905]

Love all these recipes so much!! I noticed the mini bowtie pasta the other day and made some baked ziti with them!! I have two little toddlers and it was the perfect size for them to munch on!!

[@MsTORRESVAL]

I work in the mornings and I like watching ur videos about making ur husband's lunches it gives me ideas and I try making some of the stuff u do for my lunches thank u

[@MedusaMetropolis]

Wow, everything looks delicious ❤ thank you for sharing

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@tracywishom9999]

That ham and pasta/ ravioli soup looks delicious 😋. Thanks for sharing

[@Blessedgal_3897]

Everything looks delicious. ❤️

[@kathyh7826]

Thank you for sharing. I will try to make these.

[@irenagallagher8053]

I love your channel. Love the budget friendly options. All your meals look fantastic. Thankyou.

[@aliciamendoza5833]

Great recipes thanks so much i.will.defintly try these. Tfs

[@elisaquilling682]

Love all these ideas for supper or even lunch. Thank you 😊

[@coreysosa5450]

You can use a strainer on top of your beans and use a ladle to get out just the broth next time Kristen. Everything looked so good I'm making those chimichangas next week

[@Dolce_Far_Niente]

That looks yumm 😋 thanks for sharing.

[@Letonya-md5gw]

Hello kristin, I'm a silent watcher. I've been watching since the very first video you made chicken bacon ranch pasta that was 8 years ago. thanks for all the great recipes ❤

[@krysandryman]

Just so you know, you don't even need the oil to grill the burritos, you don't need any fat at all, just use a plain pan and it ends up the same

[@coreysosa5450]

Those just bare chicken patties are THE BEST

[@jenhere9592]

I never knew you could make homemade waffle fries. Mind blown 🤯

[@lizmiller2341]

Good meal ideas. Everything looks good !

[@theredpencil2564]

The Ham dish is different but looks delicious 😋 I’m trying it. Thanks

[@jennyflansburg9393]

Ty for sharing my whole kitchen is pononer woman I love her stuff see u next time 😊😊😊😊😊

[@VannaWhiite]

Always make sure to either cut or smash garlic to release the allicin! Love making my own pinto! So freaking good.

[@asweetbite3935]

KRISTIN! Mind blown. I NEVER thought to use my immersion blender for refried beans and I make them every week for my husband (he’s nicaragüense and loves homemade beans!) and like an idiot I sit there mashing them with a fork 🤪

[@CaliMishell]

Great ideas in this video. It all looked scrumptious!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@fadingdandelion4792]

Love your videos. Good spice to try is Goya adobo. Its a perfect mix of salt garlic white pepper ...so good. Thank you for the video.

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you! I actually bought some recently but I haven’t tried it yet, I’ve never had white pepper.

[@kimberlyyoung6517]

I love using tomato bouillon

[@yaricontreras3063]

Good job ❤

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@mamieb29]

Great video lave the recipes

[@papaapple93]

Kristen these are wonderful meals you made I’ll definitely be making the copy cat Chick Fil A chicken sandwiches and waffle fries definitely a helpful recipe for affordability and when Chick Fil A is closed on sundays

[@BabyNameLover98]

You should try copycat chick fil a sauce! It’s 1/2 cup mayo, 2 tbsp bbq sauce, 2 tsp yellow mustard, 1 tbsp honey, and 1/8 tsp garlic powder. So easy and tastes just like the original!

[@christeenprice5637]

Awesome video, thanks ❤️❤️❤️

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@MaritaCovarrubias01]

That brand of frozen chicken is the only one I’ll buy.

[@cassied94]

Cook your tortillas in butter it's soooo much more flavorful!!

[@StephanieMazzon-s3k]

Love JUST BARE brand

[@marydavenport8515]

Great video!!!!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@christinatareski8882]

Ravioli soup is super good! I just toss it all in one pot :) yours was prettier.

[@christinatareski8882]

The bare chicken is so delicious. I buy the chunks to make kfc bowls

[@leslieb4553]

Yasss! Chic fil a at hoooooome!!!!!😂

[@mylittlepony-s1m]

cool

[@rachelhall5684]

I had to fast forward through making of the waffle fries my anxious heart could not stand your fingers so close that sharp blade 😅😅😅😅😅

[@KristinStepp]

Those things are dangerous lol!

[@Katkohberg]

You should try broccoli salaf

[@lindawilson290]

Hi, Kristin, I'm in the market for an immersion blender. What brand/model is yours, and would you purchase it again? Many thanks!

[@apriltownsend8463]

I put shredded cheddar or a slice of American on my broccoli. Never tried parm.

[@Rothbergor94]

❤❤❤

[@lisanarde4696]

😊

[@sissysissy2083]

💜🙏💜

[@kaliehall-to8im]

Interesting. Good recipe my name is Heather ha watching youtube video