What’s for Dinner| Easy Budget Friendly Family Meal Ideas| December 2020

[@iRon.x]

I don’t come here for healthy recipes, I come here for homely and delicious recipes. You doing a great job. Don’t bother about the sulky sallies

[@crystal482]

Food is a luxury for so many in these difficult times. You're feeding your family, so feel good about that. I use cream of soups too.

[@1whocs486]

I know you are right about the food situation but I just want to add that alot of places are giving free food ...that's what I have been doing and it helps to fill in the empty spots ❤️

[@AjM1815]

I would love a cookbook from you or a pdf of all your recipes. So affordable and they look delicious. Thank you for sharing.

[@desireedominguez3431]

Great video! Don’t feel bad about what you cook and how you feed your family. There are so many kids out there that don’t have the pleasure of eating at all, better yet, a home cooked meal every night! You are cooking what your family likes and enjoys and you are living life! You always give me ideas and inspiration and remind me of Home ☺️ love-from one Southern girl, to the next 💗

[@sarawilkerson8566]

I have recently become a first time mom and moved out for the first time with my family. I really appreciate these videos that you make. And to me the type of meals you make is realistic and quick to make. You have given me so many ideas and the way you explain things gives me less anxiety in the kitchen. Thank you 🙏

[@katew1030]

I began watching her videos as a first time mom as well and found a lot comfort in her approach to trying to new recipes.

[@ellieturner3121]

your videos bring me so much comfort, especially this time of year. Reminds me of the southern meals I used to have ❤️

[@mariesharpe7942]

I really don’t understand people getting upset that you always use certain ingredients they don’t have to eat it.girl you do you, they all look delicious to me and I say the more cheese surly the better.😊xx

[@CookCleanAndRepeat]

Everything of course looks soo good! I love making tomato soup too, and I've found if I use plain ole tomato sauce (not spaghetti sauce, just pureed tomatoes) it comes out superrrrr smooth.

[@cafryn9487]

This week reminded me of how my mama used to cook when I was little 😭❤️ I love!

[@alexwilcox8766]

I was literally just telling my husband how i like your videos because you dont make super healthy and complicated meals. You make food my family actually wants to eat!! And you give me so many good ideas. We need you here girl!

[@bethsmith4051]

You are amazing! Don't worry what people say, you keep making what makes you and your family happy! Thank you for all you do-- what an inspiration you are.

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you so much! 💕

[@itsallgoodhoney260]

Don’t worry about it not being “healthy” it’s Christmas time it’s the season for it! It looked amazing thoooo!!! I will defiantly be trying the chicken recipe!

[@andriaknobel5241]

I love all of your recipes, that's why I keep coming back. You and Mandy in the Making are my favorite cooking channels.

[@brandyfreeman4098]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@shannoncook7731]

I absolutely LOVE your videos. You're direct, you don't spend a lot of time talking in the beginning, which I personally like, and you break the recipes down. Kudos! I've tried many of your recipes and have never been disappointed!

[@goatvomit]

Lord, people get upset about WHAT you prepare for your family? I come from a family where comfort food took center stage. Yes, my mom is southern lmao! Meal time was one of the only times where we didn't worry about how uncertain life was. We just ate and enjoyed what my mom prepared. We went to bed with a full tummy every night. Also, cooking healthy food most days in a week is a LUXURY. If you want extra healthy meals, then clearly a channel focused on tasty, affordable comfort foods ain't for you. You keep making your family happy, Kristin. My mom's food kept my turbulent childhood more enjoyable. Don't apologize for feeding your babies and your hubby. ❤️

[@1968beal]

Girl don’t apologize for feeding your family some good comfort foods! These days we need all the comfort we can get!

[@nicholemoody6166]

Totally enjoy your recipes with cream of soups ! It’s winter and I’m all about comfort food!

[@katerrac9247]

Those meatloaf cups!! So genius! Definitely trying that!

[@paigeb1396]

Why have I never thought of avocado on grilled cheese 🤯 this all looked bangin'

[@kyla6840]

I have made both versions of the cube steaks too and agree as well crock pot is definitely better in this case.

[@kealivy]

i wanna live in that stuffed shells meal 🤤

[@Shelley071]

😂😂

[@louiseblondin2824]

Absolutely no need to apologize for what you use. If you and your family enjoy it,all the better. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family 🎄

[@cherylshelton8532]

ALL THE FOOD LOOKS DELICIOUS. HAVE A BLESSED REST OF YOUR WEEK.

[@texastea5686]

I've been feeding my family loads of similar foods almost daily: ground beef with either Mexican rice, fideo (vermicelli), served with beans, flour tortillas--- lots of carbs but they stretch your meal!

[@TP-zr3rt]

I love all your recipes. You are so talented. You need to put out a southern cook book.

[@nicolebrittain5155]

Those stuffed shells look so good!! I've always made mine with tuna, celery, corn, cheese and alfredo BUT this version is definitely going in the mix

[@elizabethshaw734]

Immersion blenders are made not to scratch the bottom of pans even non-stick pans. If you had looked at the bottom you would have seen that the plastic comes down over the blades and they are set back in a little bit!

[@miajohns6420]

If people have a problem with what food you make or use they can get over it! Don’t make it then! 👌 you’re taking the time to record and edit these videos which we love!! This is your life and we’re just seeing a little bit of it. Love all of your videos and hard work

[@bre3576]

The lipton onion soup mix is great in meatloaf!😍 But it all looks so good🤩

[@brittanyb6750]

It's amazing in meatloaf

[@librasun1096]

It is, just made a meatloaf a couple days ago and added this...👌🏾🔥

[@7466ypb]

Yes girl! Make it easy to make, affordable and ingredients we either have or are easy to find!🙌👏

[@beckyhines3814]

Everything looks really good. I use the cream of chicken and mushroom soups a lot to. I love chicken! Thanks for the recipes. Love watching your videos. Make everything so simple. Thanks ❤

[@dinaalineese7283]

I’ve been binge watching your videos all day lol they’re so entertaining

[@sarahtait3973]

Girl don’t feel bad for not making every meal “healthy”!!!! It’s your house. You cook what you want. Honestly, it’s nice to have somebody that puts out just good ole cooking. Almost everybody these days have nothing but extremely healthy foods (and that’s totally okay please don’t think I’m being hateful, I’m not by any means). But I find comfort in your videos because I’m not being made to feel guilty for calories, etc. I hope that makes sense!! I love your videos & personality!!!! Xoxox 💖

[@jackie2337]

The first meal you did was the very first thing I had ever made in my instapot!

[@lisawolf8492]

Years ago I was introduced to dipping my grilled cheese in yellow mustard....LOVE it!! I always have a bit of mustard on my plate for my grilled cheese.

[@karlahoule7375]

Yes I love this too!

[@Blessedgal_3897]

Your food always looks so delicious!!!

[@leannecoffey6721]

The stuffed pasta shell recipe look amazing!!!!!!! Yummo

[@clairesimoneaux1632]

I've got to try that soup! I love tomato soup and my one attempt at making it from scratch (many years ago) didn't go well. Thanks for sharing!

[@unapologeticallyme19]

Love the different recipes I come here for ideas when I want to switch it up for my family.

[@katerrac9247]

Can I ask what your grocery budget is?? I watch a few ladies videos whose budgets just seems so low and for the life of me I cannot get mine anywhere near theirs. I dont know if I'm doing something wrong or if it's just unrealistic. You seem to cook regular, affordable meals similar to me so I'm just curious if you dont mind sharing.

[@JennyOSunshine]

Same with me yet at least for the ladies I follow, I figured out that they also shop at Sam’s or Costco for the month so then their weekly spending seem smaller and cheaper. Plus some of them get food subscriptions that are paid for by referring others and receiving credits etc,...

[@HeatherTerry84]

A lot of it also depends on where you live. My husband and I lived in Texas for 10 years and it’s just the two of us. We would do grocery shopping every 2 weeks, and spend about $110-$125 and get enough meat/veggies for 12 days worth of cooking dinners at home (I also cook dinner in 4 portions because we have leftovers for lunch the next day every day) plus we had breakfast foods, dairy items, breads, beverages and snacks and I could sometimes even hit below budget. Ever since we moved to Arizona 2 years ago groceries here cost so much more, and I’m even still going to the same stores. Grocery budget has gone up quite a bit, and it sucks.

[@emmas60]

I look forward to your videos every week🥰thank you so much for all of your hard work for us!!

[@ladonnadowdy5410]

I just love your channel you have literally saved dinner at my house many night keep those receipes and ideas coming

[@PlasmaSpeedos]

You always have such great variety in your videos! You have the best Whats for Dinners!

[@simonegoffigan2358]

Love your videos they help me out so much for those who don’t like the videos find ones you do

[@EllisFern]

The tomato soup!!! That looks amazing. I'm definitely trying that. Thank you! ❤❤❤

[@jencynnn6886]

For my meatloaf topping, I love mixing ketchup and bbq then putting it on 👌🏼

[@karryroerish]

Yes! Jumbo shells are hard to find around here too. I went to 4 different stores one day after work looking for them and none of the stores had them, so my hubby found some at publix that night and grabbed 2 boxes for 2 different recipes that we were having with stuffed shells that week. Crazy.

[@valeriejamison2528]

Merry Christmas and thanks for all the great receipes this year. I also love your channel because you don't ramble.

[@candacescantling2847]

So happy you used homemade alfredo.. once you make that you will never go back to jar alfredo.. just make a big difference!

[@mamaofb.a.d.3836]

Those shells omg they look sooo yummy

[@MJM8715]

All your meals looked delicious -especially those mini meatloafs! If your husband and kids love their dinners- that’s all that matters Mama!!👌🏾🥰

[@marshakirby9978]

Such simple and delicious recipes. Thanks for sharing.

[@cindypatterson4752]

O my Hanna loved all your recipes sweetie they all looked amazing!!!!! That tomato soup o my Hanna gotta to try it!!!!

[@nancybastarache6063]

Hi Kristin! I just love your videos! I always get some inspiration and ideas for what I want to cook supper next week! You make the best dinner videos!

[@brendatate8986]

Everything looks delicious as always. I love getting your ideas, tips and recipes! It’s always good and my family loves them! Your awesome 👏 Thanks for sharing! Have a wonderful weekend!

[@22lilacsky]

Cube steak is sooo good cooked in any gravy. Soaks it up. Its been too long since I've had it!

[@jilly8372]

Just made the creamy Italian with some pasta and crusty bread and my fam is loving it!

[@rosegroshek1218]

I don’t follow your channel for diet recipes lol, I follow your channel for the delicious, hearty recipes and your awesome personality! Screw the haters

[@mrsroseblack9310]

Definitely going to be trying the chicken shells, creamy Italian chicken and a few sides from your recent videos! Happy New Year, Kristin!

[@ameliasarno1210]

Love every recipe!!! I am trying the stuffed shells and that chicken.

[@HJ-gd8zv]

Been looking for an easy tomato soup recipe and I believe I’m using yours tonight! Ty for posting sweet girl!

[@chelseacombs4342]

The Italian chick is the best. Instead of the seasoning and the soup, we sub Olive Garden Italian dressing. It’s so good!!

[@sonyahubbard3226]

Even quicker meatloaf muffins: lb of ground, box of stovetop, cup of water. That’s it! But you can season however; Italian, Mexican etc

[@dogsrfun4rae]

I do the same. I love using the cornbread stovetop. Yum!

[@staleenacollins5440]

How long to cook ? 350f?

[@sonyahubbard3226]

@@staleenacollins5440 30 minutes and I believe 375. Got the recipe from kraft so you could probably find on their site xxo

[@yvette6383]

I love stuffed shells but I always have the hardest time with them. I don't know if I'm boiling them too long or not enough, or if I'm letting them cool down to much before stuffing them. They usually break/crack on me🤦‍♀️

[@cnb1243]

Try undercooking by a min or two because when they are cooked they are so delicate. Good luck happy new years

[@MaegensKitchen]

The creamy Italian chicken is one of our favorites. So good

[@JennyOSunshine]

Those Stuffed shells look amazing!

[@Thewayuloveme]

I'm in love omg I'm making my list today for the week, meat loaf in the tin pan game changer 😋 👍

[@rizpahbaker4996]

Love your salt and pepper shakers.

[@LaLa-rs4jb]

All your dinners look so good and yummy I can't wait to try them I wish you and your family a happy and healthy and safe holiday season

[@angies5028]

That first dish looks bomb! Can’t wait to try it :D

[@hotmama298]

I love your recipes, you shouldn't have to apologize for making "unhealthy food", I think they're great recipes and they're convenient if you don't have a lot of time to throw something together for your family.

[@EmJang7]

I wants to try every single one! My favorite video this year!

[@ladygrinningsoul992]

Kristin never change! I love the was you pronounce Worcestershire sauce it makes me smile! Top tip from an English person it’s pronounced wooster shire ❤️

[@JennyOSunshine]

People will always have something to say no matter what you do or don’t do, so do what is right for you.

[@belindahennen1654]

All great recipes! Gonna have to add them to my meal plan. Thank u, have a great day!

[@marisajomcdowell458]

You deserve to feel proud of yourself. You’re such a good mom. Diet culture makes good moms feel bad.

[@blueseaev]

Love the shells they look sooo yummmmmy 😋

[@mamachicken1548]

I Love your recipes Kristin!!! I can't wait to try those mini meatloaves in the cupcake pan!!

[@summercampfam8806]

We had tomato and grilled cheese last week too. I love it. My husband hates any meal without meat though 🙄.

[@ciarayoung1580]

I love the skin on those rotisserie chickens 😋so seasoned

[@cnb1243]

The oatmeal in the meatloaf is genius! I have some oatmeal that needs to go because no one is eating I will do this thank you

[@mommaashleygh]

Great ideas this week! Thanks for sharing! Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 ❤

[@valeriesoncek5237]

Everything looks amazing!

[@murphy81775]

Merry Christmas, Kristin! Thanks for another great WFD video.

[@gabmay1682]

Loved it! Your videos always provide so much inspiration x

[@AtHomewithBritt]

Everything looked so yummy but I am definitely adding the stuffed shells to my meal plan!!

[@sharoncummins2907]

I’d forgotten about you fixing your meat loaf in the cupcake pan! I’ve got to try that because it takes soo long to cook otherwise. Now I want meatloaf 😀with that sauce too!!

[@anitacrowe7451]

I’m definitely going to try every recipe you made in this video. They all looks so good and I know my family would enjoy even my picky 6 year old. Don’t worry about people’s opinions keep doing what’s best for you and your family.

[@lisajones488]

Thank you for the the awesome easy dinners. Merry Christmas.

[@AuroraTigress]

I looooove that Sargento's colby pepper jack! 🧀🌶️

[@donnadivis8654]

Kristin! All your meals look fabulous!!!!

[@Username34823]

never thought id use cream of chicken, but you inspired me to try it out more often!

[@tanjad1644]

Your videos are so soothing !!

[@justforfun1093]

That first meal looked greatttt!

[@CindyKinney]

Hi, Kristin. Wow, they all looked delicious, especially the stuffed shells, but then I'm a pasta girl and have never met a pasta dish I didn't like. Take care and have a great day.

[@mandalyn444]

Going grocery shopping today, I think I am going to make all of them!

[@mariepulaski7092]

Hi, I love your channel and have tried many of your recipes. I was wondering if you could do a video on some ideas for kids meals? I know you have young children, and I just had my first baby (she is about to be a year old, and refuses to eat baby food anymore). I feel like I give her a lot of the same, and would love some new ideas. And, you are the queen of quick, easy and tasty meals. Wishing you and your family all the best for 2021! Happy New Years!!!

[@andreachavez6018]

Can't wait to try those stuffed shells 😋 and I was thinking to myself that avocado needs to go IN the grilled cheese 😋😋 THANKKK YOUUUU

[@rebekaharredondo8003]

All look delicious! I will try the tomato soup recipe, I've been looking for one.

[@yaensp8859]

At list one? na girl! all the recipes made me so hungry and throw that avocado in the soup too girl you will not be disappointed so so good, saludos y abrazos