What’s for Dinner | EASY Budget Friendly Family Meal Ideas | March 2023

[@debbielee7117]

For your chopped sandwich, you could just chop everything and mix it up in a bowl. So much easier than chopping and mixing on a cutting board.

[@tammiw4686]

I wondered that too lol

[@BarbaraU]

I was looking through an old cookbook of my mom's and I found the sour cream noodle bake recipe. It was almost exactly like the pioneer woman one. It was from 1981. It's called 25 years women of the farm bureau. I thought it was funny. The same recipes just keep circulating year after year. It's new to some people and an old classic to other people.

[@caroljulian6505]

I’ve been making that recipe since 1979. I was in high school but instead of mixing the cream cheese ,sour creamAnd cottage cheese or ricotta mixture with the noodles we layered it. Put salt on the bottom then half the noodles Then some of the sauce then all the cream cheese mixture. Then the noodles and the rest of the sauce. Then bake it as she did

[@jackiekay8847]

I cook my london broil in a crockpot just like a chuck roast.The meat is very lean more than a chuck roast. The crockpot makes it very tender and delicious.

[@joycedunnell6411]

In my opinion, your cooking channel is the best out there. I'm single and your meals are good for a week of lunches for work.

[@KristinStepp]

Aw thank you so much!

[@geminimom]

Omg those white chicken enchiladas looked sooo good.

[@KristinStepp]

They truly were! 😍😍

[@candyrain1971]

London broil is a difficult piece of meat to cook. You either have too cook it super quick or slow and for a long time. I think next time you might try marinating it in a bag overnight and if the piece is large like that cut it in half. Also, when you let it rest, I would rest it for about 15 to 20 minutes, 10 covered and 10 uncovered. I hope this helps. All these dinners looked delicious. Thank you so much for sharing. God bless all! ❤

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you sooo much!

[@Paulina_Chin]

I’ve been a subscriber for a few years and I adore your content. Your cooking has gotten so good over the years! Many blessings for you and your beautiful family ❤

[@pattyjiles4258]

Agree!

[@KristinStepp]

Aw thank you so much, I really appreciate that! 🥹❤️

[@MaritaCovarrubias01]

Yes! I’ve seen her become such a wonderful intuitive and adventurous cook over the years. So inspirational, especially for those just starting out.

[@sthomas086]

In the winter, I buy cherry tomatoes instead of Roma or beefsteaks. They are really good, a lot more flavor than off-season tomatoes, which mom are tasteless. They are small so you have to work around it but for something like your chopped sandwich they would work well.

[@melissahartsfield6289]

THE NOODLE BAKE!!!!!! The first time I made it my 6 yr old said you're gonna make this again next week right?! Absolutely delicious! You can never go wrong with a Pioneer Woman recipe!

[@aprilsfool77]

Her recipes are the best. The chicken milanase. Sloppy joe, Dr. Pepper ribs and her spaghetti sauce are some of our favs. Ohhhh, and mini orange muffins are to die for!

[@juliewood6513]

Use the same marinade an 2 cups beef broth put it in the slow cooker for 8 hours works every time

[@chunkofbutter75]

I can’t wait to make the PW noodle bake. You made it look so delicious. Better than in the book! London Broil : Marinade is great but when ready to eat. We get the marinade off. Moist meat doesn’t brown or sear well. Sear it in a skillet or grill. Then finish in the oven. that way you have more even cooking so you won’t have areas that are tender and some areas that are tough same thing with cooking a large sirloin or treat-tip. The meat market I worked at with used to dry sear them then finish in our oven. Or sell them just seared if the customer asked us to. We did beef tenderloins the same way.

[@kristins2078]

I made the chicken enchiladas tonight and man it was so good. That cheese sauce 😋😋🤗🤗 thanks Kristin for the new recipe idea this week, love from FL🥰

[@KristinStepp]

Yay!! I’m so glad you liked it! 💗

[@kristennelson2480]

I think chopping up everything for the sandwich is a great idea…it’s everything I typically put on a sandwich but will ensure you get all the flavors in every bite

[@meloneycrews]

I don’t know how anyone could think that Turkey sammich was gross!! I love sammichs and in my 66 years have never had a chopped one like that! Guess what we’re having for dinner tonight!!💕💞Although it all looks good the Turkey is what I have available for tonight!! yummy!!

[@theladyinwaiting9663]

Thank you for these delicious recipes!! You've helped me more than you know with what to make since I've been in a dinner slump! 🥰

[@KristinStepp]

You are so welcome! ❤️❤️

[@auntrowdy]

I’m definitely going to try your enchilada recipe! I’ve been burnt out on mine and yours looks great!

[@christinamillington2342]

Hiya. Loved this episode. The one that stood out was definitely the enchiladas. Definitely my sort of food and I definitely need to make your Mexican rice. Xx

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Happy FriYAY, sweet friend. Another great video of mouth-watering meals. Everything looks so delicious. 🤤

[@KristinStepp]

Happy Friday!! Thank you sooo much Alma! ❤️❤️❤️

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

​@Kristin Stepp you're welcome, friend.

[@HippyMoonMomma]

I was binge watching your old videos while cooking and cleaning so glad I caught this one when I sat down! Lol

[@KristinStepp]

❤️❤️❤️

[@heathertate2589]

Thank you so much for the enchilada recipe! I have made it several times and it is a staple family dinner in our house. My husband is not normally a fan of enchiladas but this recipe is one of his favorites for dinner now. I always look forward to your videos to see what creations you come up with, it has given me so much inspiration and variety to our meals!

[@emilyhoster4622]

Yay! A new video! Love your content.

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you so much!! 💗

[@jenssuburbanhomestead759]

My fave cabbage soup recipe is made just like this except it is half kielbasa half ground sausage. The game changer is spicy brown mustard, caraway seed and a couple cans of diced tomatoes. This really kicks up the flavors. I'd say 2 T spicy mustard. The ground sausage adds to the broth and I even add a Tablespoon of Knorrs Chicken and tomato buillion powder. I got this recipe from the original fix it and forget it crockpot cookbook back in 07 and I've made it this way ever since. A family favorite

[@LakesideTable]

Oh my taste buds, these recipes are like a treasure trove of culinary delight! From the creamy and flavorful White Chicken Enchiladas to the savory and comforting Cabbage Sausage Soup, each dish is a testament to the magic that happens in the kitchen. And let's not forget the delightful surprises like the Chopped Turkey Sandwich and the Sour Cream Noodle Bake, which add a touch of creativity and innovation to your meal repertoire.

[@luckygoldfish5331]

The chicken enchiladas is so close to my recipe 😋 I will have to remember to try the taco seasoning to the sauce. I also love to add Spanish rice to the chicken, it's always so good!

[@kbran4414]

That opening shot has my mouth watering ❤

[@jenniferdaniell4522]

London broil in the slow cooker makes some amazing meat for enchiladas

[@HaleyG3]

The sour cream noodle bake looks sooo tasty! I’ve never seen that recipe before. Definitely saving that one! 🤤

[@sweetredrhapsody]

I'm making enchiladas tonight and think I might just make this recipe instead of my own. These look fantastic!

[@pengle]

I've had those ingredients on a sandwich and in a salad before but I have never seen them chopped together like that before - very intriguing

[@pamlajoie4787]

Making the chicken enchiladas ASAP!

[@angelamcpherson8283]

The chopped Turkey sandwich is a great idea

[@kimberlygarrett5385]

I have wanted to try the sandwich. I love hoagies, but they are just so messy, filling falling out. This looks like it would keep it all together. Yum!

[@anaramon8033]

Thanks for sharing. I’m definitely looking for budget. Friendly, easy and quick dinner ideas since I am a single mom of three.

[@melissamclaughlin4383]

Really delicious meals 😋 I usually cut the meat really thin,and I heat my beef broth in the crock pot while cutting the meat.then I get a good sear on the one side and I put the seared meat in the heated broth and once it's all coated in the broth I shut off the crockpot and it finishes cooking and ends up cooked through and tender... but we put it on rolls with cheese...but that cut of meat is hard to cook.especially the first time cooking it.i found this way the best for sandwiches 😊 thank you for sharing and hv a great day everybody 💚🤗🤗🤗💛

[@hannahnordstrom4017]

I love your channel!💚💚

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you so much!!

[@MelissaMermaid924]

I have seen the Sour Cream Noodle Bake recipe and didn’t ever bother with it, because it looked like a very, very, basic baked spaghetti. I’m glad you made the comment that it’s nothing like that, so now I will have to try it! Thanks for sharing!

[@amypetracek2593]

The grinder tiktok sandwich is soooo good!

[@Jlm1944-yc7er]

London broil can take a long marinade. We always stab the heck out of it with a fork (both sides) before marinating in a plastic bag overnight at least. Grilled is our preferred cook method. Rest and cut with the grain BUT the grain can switch in this cut so keep an eye on it while slicing thin.

[@lisahollingsworth2663]

Everything looks delicious! I wouldn't change out any of your ingredients.

[@KristinStepp]

Thanks so much!

[@mommaashleygh]

I used my veggie chopper and i added her and garlic seasoning from Kinders. It was amazing!

[@glamsaucy]

I’m definitely trying the enchilada recipe. Looks yummy.

[@lashellemoss2301]

Thanks for your videos!

[@KristinStepp]

My pleasure! ❤️❤️

[@MSLILLY4533]

I love the London broil I cut it up for stew meat I cut it to make stir fry I use it to make sandwiches it's really a great cut of meat.

[@lisaveenstra7098]

i love pioneer woman noodle bake!!! I have been making it for years !

[@leeannaturbeville9050]

Will definitely be making a few of these yummy recipes! Thanks for sharing!

[@iamwhoiamd7056]

I love well done London broil. I used to order it from Blank Angus restaurant. Waiter always looked at me weird cause I wanted it well done but served with prepared horseradish and a nice baked potato with sour cream and butter and chives and a baby green salad with Ken’s ranch dressing is making my mouth water.

[@jaxtonsmomma]

I LOVE your videos! By far my favorite youTuber. I have an idea, what if you take a weeks worth of recipes from viewers and pick the one’s that sound best for your family, and make those for a week worth of recipes. Just a thought!! I have some good recipes lol.

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you so much! & I love that idea!!

[@theshepherds2846]

That sandwich looked sooo good! I like those rolls from Kroger. I will use those as a sub roll. Have a good weekend!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@Jamhands9]

Oh I’m going to do the celery in the freezer! We don’t eat it often so I’ll skip it sometimes instead of buying a head and letting it go to waste.

[@bohemiantwilight7434]

That sour cream noodle bake is a favorite in our house ❤

[@tammifields4142]

Really enjoy your content!💕 All of the meals you've prepared look Absolutely DELICIOUS!!😋 Thanks for sharing!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you so much!!

[@heatherncasey2004]

London broil is good on the grill and also I like to cook it on my cast iron grill pan. It is one of my favorite cuts. Also makes for great leftovers to make fajitas, cheese steak sandwiches, etc.

[@lavernejones4471]

Hi Kristin. Everything looks delicious! I’ve never tried to make London broil. It sill looked really good. I always enjoy your videos. You are the OG of “what’s for dinner “. Thank you for sharing. 🤗💕

[@jen1902]

Yummm, I loved everything! Thank you for the inspo!

[@jackie23g]

Yay! I absolutely love your videos! Thank your for sharing such great, easy, and delicious recipes with us. Stay blessed! 💕

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@Sara_OHH]

Last time I made enchiladas I used rotisserie chicken and there were no complaints lol Yours look delish!

[@lesliebaker6244]

That sandwich looks delicious! I am diabetic so might be too much bread but I could put it over lettuce! I totally agree with you about tomatoes.

[@luciana5614]

Or a low carb tortilla and make a wrap 👍😁

[@kerriedowsett2927]

Make the mix up and wrap it in lettuce instead of the bread, like a San choy bao...yummy!

[@kelleycowan6652]

I think the turkey chop sandwich looks so delicious! So do all the other recipes...I might have to try that sour cream noodle bake.

[@andreajoyce3333]

Add chopped cooked bacon to the chopped turkey sandwich it makes it like a club sandwich. YUMMY

[@susanb5058]

Everything looked great, I can tell how much you enjoy preparing meals which is so nice. I love the idea of that sandwich, it looked SO GOOD! What a unique and simple idea that I never thought of! I’ll add some peppers to mine which I love on subs and maybe some olives too! Yum 😋 Enjoy your weekend Kristin!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@FlowerGemsGirl]

My mother had a London broil recipe, her meat was tenderized overnight then it was cooked on the grill outside. While it was cooking on the grill outside the remaining marinade was heated to near boil then when the meat was sliced it was cut super thin against the grain and put back into the pan along with the marinade. I remember my mom got the meat on the thinner and wider type kinda like a flank steak. I don’t think the meat was a London broil cut but the dish was called London broil. Flank steak might work better for this to grill it so you get that charcoal smoky flavor.

[@brendatate8986]

Everything looks delicious! Thank you for sharing! Have a great weekend!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@bonniepwtf]

Oh my Kristin, that soup looked awesome 👌! I will be making it tomorrow, perfect timing with the snow we are getting here. Yummy 😋

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!! Hope you enjoy 🥰

[@ifthecreekdontrise]

Wow - that sandwich was interesting!

[@barbforbis1260]

These recipes look fantastic, thank you for sharing.

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@AuroraTigress]

I need to make sandwiches like that.

[@susans9491]

Everything looks delicious and very “do-able”! I’m going to make the enchiladas for dinner tomorrow night. The cabbage kielbasa soup will probably have to wait a week or so, we are just now polishing off the soup I made from our St. Patrick’s Day corned beef and cabbage leftovers, and as the veggies are a similar combo I’ll make clam chowder or tortilla soup in between. The sandwiches look great, but I’m not a tomato eater (unless they’re cooked), kinda like your avoidance of onions! Everyone else loves them, so I’ll just leave the nasty things out of mine! Thanks again for all the great inspiration!❤️❤️

[@stephaniehastings6364]

I'm definitely gonna try those enchiladas you made, they just look heavenly...and also that sour cream noodle bake. Yes please!!!!!

[@nvme071]

The way you say Monterey cheese is so cute!

[@catherinebottrelltomerlin9669]

I am going to try the turkey sandwiches! Looks so good.

[@sherryd339]

I haven’t made the noodle bake in a long time. That sounds good. Everything you made looked delicious! Thanks for sharing. Blessings from Diane in Oklahoma!❤

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!! 💗

[@christeenprice5637]

Everything looks delicious,thanks

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!

[@valentinaminauro352]

A tip for your London broil or any steak or meat take it out of the refrigerator 20 to 30 minutes before you're going to cook and let it come to room temperature

[@jenscats808]

Those enchiladas looked amazing!! I definitely have to try that especially with that sauce! YUM! As for London Broil, my mom always poked it all over with a fork and then marinated it all day in the regular ole orange French dressing and it turned out great!! The dressing turned into a sauce. I dont think that cut is meant to be cooked for a long period of time.

[@jaynebennett3401]

You had me at Enchilada’s! Those looked delicious! Also the Cabbage soup,I pinned them both and plan to make them soon.

[@sonyahubbard3226]

Anyone else laying here starving now? Just me? 😅 I’m in a neighboring county but I think I must be in the family too 😊 I love cheese as much as y’all, love white chicken enchiladas too (harder to work with but I prefer corn tortillas). Haven’t made in ages bc somehow I ended up with a son who doesn’t like cheese or creamy things 💔 I also love soup! Not least bc it’s the best way to get veggies in us. I love beef but can hardly ever get it tender 😣

[@amandaspicypanda4015]

So funny! I just made an Italian chopped sandwich for lunch after seeing it on tik tok. It was delicious! Now I need to try turkey.

[@lauracunningham1149]

That chopped sandwich is a great idea. Also, good reminder on the noodle bake. Greetings from snowy Minnesota, where April is starting with an 8" snowstorm overnight! 😢

[@KristinStepp]

Oh wow! Hopefully the snow has cleared out now.

[@beckyhines3814]

Everything looks good. Have a good weekend. ❤️

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!! 💗

[@coreysosa5450]

That sandwich bout to go on my lunch tomorrow bc I had some turkey froze from Thanksgiving I thawed out and needed to use

[@lilig4396]

It's only me in home but I absolutely look forward to your meals....they seem to be right up my alley and I adore your lunches too, which I use to make mine's during the week 💗 stay blessed and keep up the awesome love 😊

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@a_joyful_noise]

When we made London Broil (which is usually just when it's on sale... or once a month), we marinate it in 1 cup Dry Red Wine (any dry red will do), 1/2 cup Olive Oil, and 2-3 cloves of minced garlic for about 4 hours and then cook it on our George Foreman Grill for about 8 minutes, but can vary on how thick your meat is and how done you like it! Usually, we serve it with a baked potato (we do ours wrapped in foil and cooked at 550 for 90 minutes. You'd think that's too long and hot but it makes the skin crispy and the inside super fluffy and soft!) and some green beans (similar to how you plated it) or cooked carrots! Just in case you ever find it on sale and want to give it another go with a slightly different preparation!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@reginarichey7024]

I always try one of your recipes but this week I'm going to try 3,the sandwich 🥪 and the soup🥣 and the baked pasta 🍝

[@danical8739]

I love those bowls

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!

[@danical8739]

You’re welcome! Are the pioneer woman?

[@Rosie-mz4bx]

For the noodle bake can I substitute cottage cheese with more sour cream?

[@KristinStepp]

Yes or ricotta!

[@BarbaraU]

I've always wanted to try a London broil and none of the grocery stores around here ever had it. But I see now on my Walmart grocery app that they have it now so I'm thinking about trying it out. Don't know which recipe to try it with yet, but I'll have to do some research. Thanks for reminding me. 🙂

[@amandaramsay5934]

I wish my husband would eat sour cream! The spaghetti thing looks amazing!

[@murphy81775]

That soup looks amazing. I’m doing WW and it has to be relatively low in points!

[@prettykitty4973]

I tried the best recipe years ago called Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas from Six Sisters Stuff. It’s not a traditional enchilada recipe but the filling is incredible and it’s so easy to put together! I have yet to find a better enchilada recipe.

[@KristinStepp]

That sounds so good! I love trying out different versions of things we love.

[@prettykitty4973]

@@KristinStepp I highly recommend it! You won’t be sorry!

[@Randy8923]

Nice recipes. Enjoyed.

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!

[@beckysonnier6369]

Everything looked great

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@catlover3550]

I have never had any luck with a London broil it always turns out tough so I decided to not waste my money on that cut of meat. I would rather have chicken anyway. That turkey sandwich looked amazing!!!! It is on my grocery list to buy for.

[@debbiegoble786]

Every meal looks sooo delicious!!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@karenlyle322]

“Give me a straw”😂. I needed a good laugh ❤

[@amberhale123523454]

You’re seriously one of my fav comfort KZbinr’s 😭💛 I always look forward to seeing a new video of yours !

[@KristinStepp]

Aw! That makes my day 🥹 thank you for being here! 💗

[@elainemiller47]

It's supposed to be 80°here in Ohio that turkey sandwich looks like it would be great for supper! 👍

[@mylittlepony-s1m]

cool

[@venusgal2706]

Sear the meat hot and fast to seal in the juices. It doesn't look that seared to me for being under the broiler and that could be from not hot or long enough and if not seared fast, it isn't going to be as tender imo. The air fryer is a great option for pork tenderloins, chops and beef such as this London broil as well. Great variety of meals.

[@rainbowstar9142]

Ma’am thank you 🙏 these are truly simple, and I only have my husband to feed 😂

[@ilikehazel]

TIP: put the cooked chicken breasts in a big bowl and use a hand mixer to shred, game changer on time