What’s for Dinner | EASY BUDGET FRIENDLY Family Meal Ideas | August 2024

[@BlackandDeckerPeckerWrecker]

Your channel is so refreshing compared to the rest of youtube! No bs, no drama, no faking things to seem better than others. Youre just keeping it real and honest, and thats why youre the best!

[@juliananicole7784]

Completely agree. Plus meals I’ll actually make

[@ld5307]

Yes, I agree! And you keep it clean and tidy! The occasional real spill or oops but not obnoxiously unaware of movements like some while cooking. It is so hard to even watch other channels because of that😂😮 Love your channel!❤

[@Sirid123]

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[@breannahall1821]

Seriously my favorite on KZbin by far. And the meals are realistic!! And always so yummy.

[@deborahjones2872]

Agree totally ..to the point without all the fluffy , bringing in kids and husbands and unnecessary chit chat , love your channel , and from Australia I can make these too , well done ❤

[@meloneycrews]

We had your hamburger/veggie/V8 soup this week…and almost every week since I’ve watched that video probably a year ago? My granddaughter (3yo) LOVES that soup so we have to make it every week when she comes on Tuesday&Wednesday. We also have to make sure we make enough for her to take a big bowl home! She can honestly with some logistic help from me can make it all by herself..including cutting the little potatoes and carrots in half! Her knife skills (supervised of course) are amazing for a 3yo! Kristen I can’t thank you enough for you taking the time to share your wonderful talent for feeding your family with us and just wanted you to know what a wonderful part you’ve played in the lives of my granddaughter and I!! 💞💕

[@sonyahubbard3226]

I love soups and chili year round too! Your sub buns are gorgeous 😘

[@jenmason84]

Put the sauce in a blender for a few minutes to get those chunks of tomatoes puréed. Recipes look delicious

[@julieg_quebec-julesselivre8641]

I’m on your team Kristin! We had chili and vegetables soup this week! Chili is a staple all year long and soups are my favorite thing so I still make them in the summer! 😅

[@KristinStepp]

We had vegetable soup at my dad’s last night haha!

[@albabeful]

Try using your zester to grate onion, I swear you will love the flavor and not have to deal with any onion texture!!

[@itsjustme.7059]

I put my onion in my nutribullet and liquify it. Then I have the flavor but no biting into onion.

[@carrielee6652]

Yay 🎉🎉 I'm heading into work, now I have something good to watch on my break!!

[@lindseymorgan6625]

I have been craving chili too! Yummm

[@sarahberg9448]

You have the best meal ideas ever. They're so real and easy, and you use basic ingredients - which I appreciate 🤗

[@ms.herlan7860]

Kristen, I enjoy your What's For Dinner videos so much. Please post them more than once a month. Twice a month would be great! Thanks!! 😊

[@KristinStepp]

I do for the most part but I know a lot of people don’t see my videos sometimes. & thank you!!

[@deborahvanderlinden3946]

My mom used to use a cornstarch slurry for the juices left in the pan after you're done cooking your Philly cheesesteak and it would make a delicious gravy type of thing that the meat was coated in

[@melaniemurphy2429]

Your what’s for dinner videos never disappoint! Always so yummy looking. I will definitely be making some of these . ❤

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Watching as I finish up my meal plan for the month. Can't wait to add these to our meal plan.

[@KristinStepp]

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[@GabrielleJoselyn]

Oh, yay!! I’ve been using so many of your recipes for my family lately, so excited for new ones. Good job, mama. ❤️

[@KristinStepp]

I love to hear it! & thank you so much!!

[@martialraptor_8398]

Your pan was overcrowded with the steak so it steamed rather than sear. Next time cook it in batches in the highest heat and it will not have all the liquid.

[@jbkmkz]

Your sub rolls look so nice. Thank you for sharing your recipe you used. Definitely putting a few of these meals into my meal plan.

[@mariainct8514]

Hey Kristin! Im fairly new to your channel, but it's kind of addictive! Ive been binge watching it for a few days. The way you feel about onions is how I feel about garlic. Just can't use the fresh stuff....a little garlic powder in some things I can tolerate. I still can't do raw onions at all, but I like them if they're well cooked or carmelized. You have so many great recipes and lunch ideas. Thanks for sharing them!! 😃

[@rondachandler3767]

Best chili recipe ever made Thank you

[@CarenR244]

If you like southern dressing, try the Pepperidge Farm cornbread stuffing mix in the chicken and Swiss casserole. My family loves it!

[@Cbenson0]

We love Country sausage instead of Italian sausage too ❤️

[@vickiebohy7609]

I love chili, too. I put crushed Fritos on the bottom of my bowl, then top the chili with the shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream. So good!!!!!

[@lavernejones4471]

Hi Kristin. I love your videos. I am a soup lover as well. I can eat it all year round. You make the best food! That sub bread looks amazing! I can’t believe it’s homemade!😃 A little tip: cook your steak in batches and that way it won’t start to steam. It looks like your skillet was a little bit crowded. Nonetheless, it still looked delicious! Thanks for sharing as always. 🤗💕

[@audreycasassa1683]

Excellent Video!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@BlackandDeckerPeckerWrecker]

I have chilli on my menu this week! Instead of bacon i cut up some johnsonville Better Cheddar or Jalepeno Cheddar sausage, it really makes a difference!

[@marywalker1394]

Sounds delicious ❤

[@MaegensKitchen]

That sub bread looks so good! So does the Swiss chicken

[@fadingdandelion4792]

Pizza bubbles is one of the meals from my husband's childhood that he cooks for our family. Great video

[@pamhair283]

Always get ideas from you! I want to make the chicken and swiss casserole. I will also share the recipe with my sister. You work so hard to take good care of your family. I look forward to your videos. Thanks for sharing. 😊😊😊

[@ld5307]

I would eat every single thing you make! Always the best! Thank you for your great meal ideas and recipes!

[@rainypeople1]

Chili is a staple in our house year round! Great video :) I always get excited when I see a new one! Can't wait for more lunchboxes!

[@ruthannhendricks7614]

Kristin,every meal looked so delicious! Thanks for sharing, I love your videos!

[@peggyjohnson9837]

Ooh,that chili looks delicious! Going to make some soon. I can't wait for soup and chili season. Love your channel 🤩

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!! & me too! ❤️

[@melsyr10]

Delicious yummy recipes 😋😋 thank you

[@susans9491]

Absolutely L❤VE your channel! You typically use ingredients that are easy to source, and you never fail to find new and interesting ways to use them. I’ve never made a bubble up bake, but you’ve sold me on the idea! Everything looks just delicious and I think I’ll be trying all of these recipes this next week or so!💕

[@BambiWalker-z4x]

Love your videos! Everytime I need a good recipe, I look to your content❤

[@itsjustme.7059]

That pasta looks so good. Yummy!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@carriepratt9423]

really enjoy watching your videos, thanks for all the great ideas!

[@KristinStepp]

I’m so glad, thank you!

[@heatherschocker4142]

I see that pizza bubble bake in my near future for sure! love your videos!

[@melissamclaughlin4383]

I didn't get this one til now.ive been having so many phone issues,so im happy to be here,as always 🙏 i look forward to your videos so much, nothing is ever bland or boring.chili looks comforting and delicious.waoting on cooler weather.cant wait.im sick if the heat and humidity!!love that bubble up pizza bake.lots of love,from my family to yours 🩷🩷😊🙏🤗

[@LibbyOxo]

Your bread looks amazing 🤩

[@ellenhublou9270]

We use your microwave corn trick now and love it!

[@asimskentzos9231]

your foodlooks really good and the cheesesteaks would be my favourite. The only thing to watch is the sodium especially when you add condiments canned soup and packets of ranch.

[@lolliet1075]

Just made a pot of chili here in northern KY. Today temp 86 but like you say what’s the difference ? you make a hot meal or a one pot pot of chili. Made mine very similar but not the bacon so bacon it is… thanks for all your work on making recipes. I always enjoy anything you cook.❤loved all the recipes

[@KristinStepp]

Yes agree! & thank you so much!! 💕

[@ws6284]

The sub rolls look awesome!!!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@kjdmstouffer]

I really like your channel,just the kind of recipes I like! I wanted to give you an idea about boxed stuffing, I really don’t like it,but I noticed one other time when I dumped it out into the pan the spices mostly came out on top,win win! So I removed most of them with a spoon,it was perfect. 18:48

[@jl7655]

Made chili tonight...the last time I made it I didn't have everything I needed so I improvised, and it was the best chili I've ever had. Made it the same way tonight, also cornbread with mild hatch green chilies and cheddar. It was just as good tonight. I eat chili all year around and dare anyone to say something to me about it.

[@83prettyblack]

Oooh weee these look bomb,been a while since ive commented but I had to.Well done!

[@yaricontreras3063]

Everything looks great ❤

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!! 💕

[@theredpencil2564]

Add a little sugar to the chili to cut the acidity in the tomatoes 🍅 and flavors. yummy! great dinner ideas per usual

[@KristinStepp]

I do add brown sugar to my chili recipe, I didn’t even think to add it to this one but I agree it makes it so good! & thank you!

[@whatthecroc3483]

The chili looked amazing! We are the same, I cook soup year round!

[@SusanH578]

I call garlic in the jar-Jarlic! 😂😂😂 I have white chicken chili in my crockpot as well speak & it’s hot outside! I was craving it! I love cooking with smoked paprika & I started buying the whole Milk mozzarella cheese & you are right, it tastes so much better & melts better! Your sub buns came out AMAZING!! I cannot wait to try the chicken casserole!

[@bonniepwtf]

Was just thinking about you this morning & here you are. As usual my mouth was watering the whole time I watched. I don't care for canned dough either but that pizza bake looked so good 😋 School already, wow, seems like summer just started.

[@KristinStepp]

Aw I appreciate you friend! & yes their summer break flew by too fast!

[@paulamcleod1227]

Homemade subs!! Wow! Your kid will be the toast of the lunch table! Don't know many mamas that make fresh bread for kid's sandwiches!

[@abimollentze7221]

really? it's anything except groundbreaking

[@biggyrat1313]

I like that you make chili in the summer. Recipes have no seasons!

[@andriafenner2939]

You really threw me when you mixed the sour cream all the way in your chili, lol. I also like chili year round. Really enjoy your videos, just started watching last week or two and watched several of the older ones. I like the lunches you pack for your husband the most, excellent use of leftovers, you have more imagination than me.

[@saraspara9365]

Knorr beef, chicken, and tomato bullion powders are the best. They're super cheap and work great for different broths. They can be found at walmart in the hispanic section and near the spices

[@dwynn57]

I am going to try the bubble up pizza bake! that looked so good! We have just discovered the pizza dough at Aldis and love it! All the recipes looked fab! thanks so much for sharing! xoxo

[@PethtelLady]

The trick for all of the liquid in the pan is to cut back on your oil and butter. Lightly coat the pan with olive oil and one pat of butter. Also your pan isn’t hot enough. Crank that heat up to high and I would recommend you cook your steaks whole and slice them up afterward to make your sandwiches. This is what I do and I don’t ever have a pan filled with liquid like that. 1. A super hot cast iron. 2. Light coating of oil and a pat a butter. 3. Room temp whole steaks. 4. Sear them on both sides to get a nice crust. 5. Finish them off in the oven to get your desired temp inside. 6. Let rest for 10 minutes then thinly slice & make your sandwiches. 7. Fill your bun & top with cheese. 8. Broil for a couple of minutes in the oven to melt the cheese. 9. Enjoy! Lol. I know you didn’t ask for the step by step instruction booklet but once I started typing it, I couldn’t stop! 😂

[@tinapennington1587]

Try cooking the steak in small batches and you won’t get extra liquid in the pan.

[@angelakendal3356]

Ooooo going to try the chilli and you chicken pasta thank you ❤loving your accent it's amazing I m from UK so it's so refreshing to hear you 😊

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!! 💕

[@bettycook9536]

Amazing video ❤

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@Caitlin1928]

For the Pizza Bubble-Up Casserole, it is interesting to me that you baked the biscuits some first. When I made it, I didn't pre-bake it and it was still cooked when done.

[@apriltownsend8463]

Try adding like another 1/4-1/2 cup of water to your stuffing than what it calls for and see if that helps cook the onion a little better

[@KimFego-pn2yt]

I’m from Philly and the cheesesteak looked delicious! Great job! And we just call them Cheesesteaks 😊

[@marydavenport8515]

Enjoyed your video!!!😊

[@erichillyard964]

That sandwich looks great! Just needs A1 sauce

[@Ashley-je5su]

That chicken and corn pasta dish looks amazing. Added to meal plan for next week. I live in eastern KY and I know what you mean. It’s a struggle to find some ingredients in these small towns.

[@christeenprice5637]

Awesome recipes, 👍❤️👍

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@teddybear283]

Awesome content

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@alejandrapamelanila4154]

2:24 I advice you to pour some of that water inside the tomato can so you can take all of it into the pot and kind of clean the can, as well 😉

[@janpatterson6302]

I love your recipes. I can’t do onions either.

[@Ohheyitsyou]

The Bubble up Pizza looks so good. I'm going to try this for my kids. They love pizza, but they are picky about the dough, so I wonder if they will like biscuits. I usually use Trader Joe's dough

[@jennyflansburg9393]

I see u like pw stuff to my whole kitchen is of her stuff I have so much of her stuff I even have stuff I set out there in boxes lol ty for your video I love watching u 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@TheWookieesWife]

I soooo wish we had better access to Duke’s here in Utah. It’s sparse round these parts and way expensive online. Also, with the stuffing … if you’re baking it on something, use more liquid, like broths, to make it less dry. Then the onions will be a softer texture for you.

[@KristinStepp]

That does suck! & thank you for the tip!

[@CindyKinney]

Oh, Kristin, I want to try each one of these recipes. Girl, if you sent me an invitation for dinner this week, I did NOT get it.....hahahahaha.

[@vuonnhanho]

just find out your channel, I love this soup.. thanks for this recipe :18:00

[@tiffanykimsey3786]

Are you going to continue the lunch boxes video

[@KristinStepp]

Yes

[@mylittlepony-s1m]

cool

[@Boringlife2024]

You could used dried minced onion you don't really taste it b u t gives the food flavor

[@alw_9911]

hi Kristin! the liquid in the pan from cooking your steak happens from the pan being over crowded, i just hope that helps! i

[@jenssuburbanhomestead759]

I like mushrooms peppers and onions on my Philly. I've been wanting to try the shaved beef from Aldi for that purpose. Have you tried it?

[@lormor460]

Your meals look so delicious! 😮 I wasn’t much of a cook when I was raising children and this channel would been my go to. Don’t think you were born yet, lol. Not to mention, there was no KZbin. 😂

[@latoniamoodley7562]

Nice❤

[@alimullinax4789]

How do you make your carrots? They look so good!

[@emmadiaz4185]

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[@starwars6718]

Never early !!🎉❤❤❤

[@KristinStepp]

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[@Rothbergor94]

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[@PenelopePeppers]

😁

[@carlamengele1215]

How were the fries?

[@Barbara-nc9iq]

Instead of stove top use mrs cubbisons

[@victoriasmith2965]

Mayo and green peppers are not really philly lol i live in philly. I love your videos tho 😅

[@stacyrussell460]

Yeah I'm from NJ (shouting distance to Philly) & I've seen many different methods of cooking steaks with many different topping ideas. Not exactly an authentic Philly cheese steak, but definitely an A for effort. Not gonna lie, hers looks pretty good.

[@rebeccaannrose1552]

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[@sissysissy2083]

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[@thenubalicious]

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