What’s for Dinner | EASY & QUICK Budget Friendly Family Meal Ideas | August 2023

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

I've been watching you for 5+ years and your one of the first channels I run to when I need new meal ideas. I can't wait to try these recipes. They look and sound delicious. 😋

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you so much, you have always been one of the best supporters!! 💗💗

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

@@KristinStepp you're so very welcome, sweet friend. I'm glad I can support you and others.

[@nicoleadel1983]

I agree! I found this channel a little over 2 years ago I think and it is definitely one of my all time favorites! Kristin and her recipes are so relatable. I absolutely love how down to earth and realistic she is. We all know we ain't making all those fancy fancy recipes/dinners. I want real meals that my picky kids will eat. Watching Kristin is like talking to a friend and getting ideas. Absolutely love it!😊

[@lorealmoore6862]

Same!!!

[@naenae307]

She used to be mine as well, but lately her videos are getting more and more spiratix. So I'm sad to say, I quit watching her.

[@maryespinoza2632]

When you add a really hot liquid to a glass container, put something metal in the container first, like a spoon or a fork, before add the liquid. The metal acts as a heat conductor and prevents the glass from breaking.

[@yosoylaquera]

As an American married to a Mexican man, the first one is called flautas if they are made with flour tortias! We fry ours! They are so delicious home-made in Mexico! Yours look really good too! Yummy!

[@kyoung2918]

I have to say.... one of the reasons I love watching your channel is simply bc you do pork chop recipes. I can honestly say that most of the others don't bother with pork unless it's a tenderloin, bacon or ham.

[@debbieflaherty1975]

FINALLY….SOMEONE on the tube made pork!!!! THANK YOU!!!!

[@carrievanvickle6052]

My grandma used to make tomato gravy. She put it over biscuits, pork chops, fried chicken. It didn’t matter. To this day tomato gravy is my absolute favorite. And my kids love biscuits and tomato gravy.

[@kaitlynchaffin710]

My grandmother always made Tomato gravy and DUMPLINGS 😋😋😋 best breakfast

[@itsjustme.7059]

I love tomato gravy.

[@carrievanvickle6052]

@@kaitlynchaffin710 I bet that is good!!

[@overstuffedlad]

A little tiny bit of heavy cream added to Alfredo will make it heat back up exactly like it was the first night!

[@naomihull4167]

I love it as leftovers even though it separated. I just toss the rest of the butter that pools on the bottom

[@barefootkid592.0]

​@@naomihull4167 Don't add butter, add milk, heat it on the stove on low with a lid..don't touch the noodles, as it heats it will start to fall apart..it shouldn't break the sauce. It never has on me..

[@brittanyisloveable]

That taco rice casserole would be so good with Fritos crumbled on top!!

[@kathear15]

Hey, Kristin! I did the math and a packet of taco seasoning mix equals 1/8 of a cup. Hope that helps. Those potatoes look soooo good! Hope y'all are doing well. 💜

[@cathybrown6221]

Pork chop meal looked delicious! I save my pickle jars also for grease. I either set the jar in the sink drain hole when i pour my grease or i pour into a 2 cup glass measuring cup then when it cools some i pour into the jar. I said this before but i like how you keep your videos moving along. I only have so much time to watch & you always present to the point. Have a blessed day!

[@carolinems.2411]

Lol, your narration about the pork chop gravy made my night.😂

[@truthnotlies]

Every time I am sick, I binge watch your channel to get ideas for when I feel better 😂 thank you

[@crazypuglady3235]

I watch a lot of cooking videos, and yours is one of my favorites! Thanks for the great content.

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you so much!!

[@wendyshamel3301]

LOVE country white gravy! My Grandma taught me how 20 years ago and I'm so glad she did!

[@heatherfeather317]

I So Enjoy hearing you say 'hey ya'll ' at the beginning of the videos. I stopped in my tracks & hit rewind 5 times! No hey ya'll.... food looks wonderful as always!!

[@KristinStepp]

I’ll keep that in mind next time 🥰 thank you!!

[@Kimberlygordon6065]

One thing that made it hard for your gravy, remember a cast iron skillet holds so much heat, longer than normal skillets. So turning it down didn’t help because the pan was so hot. Proud you pushed thru, it turned out great!

[@Sarah-fr4ui]

Good afternoon, Kristen. Everything looked delicious. I was watching you make your porckchop gravy, and it reminded me the first time I cracked eggs and whisked them to dip and bread some porkchops I made. I ended up cracking too many eggs (like 6) and ended up making scrambled eggs on the side with my pork chops and potatos. 😅

[@amandawilliams5219]

Gravy is tricky! I was talking to the video saying "just keep stirring girl, you got this!" 😂

[@KristinStepp]

😂❤️

[@amandar3994]

I just made 3 big taquitos with leftover chicken and bean dip! Putting it in the freezer to make sure we don't waste and have a yummy treat later. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@christymartin3846]

❤ yes ma’am that pork chop meal is awesome! It could use a fresh, homegrown, cold tomato as well 🤤 and I like to add those raw things, you don’t care for, on the side, too! Girl, now I gotta go get some pork chops ❤❤ thank you for sharing!

[@KristinStepp]

Haha I love how you worded that! Yes to the tomato it would have went perfect. 😍

[@aimeedouglas1584]

Good call on the canned soup! Canned goods, and really almost all shelf stable goods, will last indefinitely. Your canned goods are really only bad if the can has a dent large enough to fit your finger in or a dent on the seal. Also, if the can has developed rust or any signs of bloating, definitely toss it. Otherwise, ignore the date completely 😊

[@leslieb4553]

I’m all for going past the printed expiration date😂

[@rose281396]

Yes the first recipe you made was flauta’s and that is because you used flour tortillas. Everything looks delicious.

[@heatherspack6383]

the Taco Rice bake looks so amazing, i am for sure making that

[@MaegensKitchen]

Kristin everything looks so good!!! Idk what I want to make first!

[@heathergustafson9798]

i grew up calling the taco rice bake "mexican yuk" we add cream of mushroom and cream of chicken in it and put tortillas on the bottom of the pan then use corn torilla chips to eat it with. sooooooooooooo freaking good

[@phyllisharris1665]

My husband and I are Keto carnivores, but I love your channel. All the food you prepare for your family looks so good. I can use some of your recipes by changing up some of the ingredients to make them Keto friendly. I fix fried pork chops by dredging them in seasoned crushed pork skins, but we certainly miss good ole cream gravy. Your little family is so blessed.

[@indiev8331]

Not sure if you’ve made this already but for the first recipe in the video if you do that exact recipe (I use mozzarella cheese) but use egg roll wrappers instead and fry them it’s so good!!

[@indiev8331]

Buffalo chicken eggrolls 😊

[@mommyscribbles]

Definitely going to save this video for the Alfredo sauce!

[@isabellebreton8284]

lolll I was about to write these are flautas because of the wheat tortilla and you said it at that exact time lol

[@shakoradeshaye]

It was me who recommended the queso sauce!! So happy you guys are enjoying it😄.

[@jacquelinemartin2504]

I’m eating yr chili recipe now, corn chips,sour cream,cheese and I didn’t forget the peanut butter bread

[@SusanH578]

If you want some GREAT flavor try smoked paprika instead of plain paprika!! It is so good!!

[@Erin-K-Turner]

I love your channel! I always go to you and Taylor Elmore when I need inspiration. I watch both of you religiously, and truly look forward to watching y'all ❤

[@KristinStepp]

Aw thank you so much!! I love Taylor as well ❤️

[@themillardfamily1749]

It all looked so yummy!!

[@MandaFandaa]

Everything looks amazing! Thanks for the ideas. ❤

[@barefootkid592.0]

You can reconstitute that alfredo sauce and noodles.. All you have to do is put it in a big pot, do not try to separate it, pour a half a cup of milk over the pasta, put a lid on it and put it on low, let it simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes checking it so that it doesn't burn. As the sauce and noodles heat up they will start to come apart and it will get saucy again.. Stir until it is heated through and you will never be able to tell that it was made the night before. I do this all the time.

[@kirbdizzo6559]

That gravy tho !!! Yummm 😋

[@barbiemarie2376]

I love that you have brought out the Fall decor.

[@KeepCalmAndClean]

I just love your channel! You help me so much with ideas. ❤

[@gailsnyder40]

I love watching your show. I really like what you make your husband and kids for lunch.

[@carolinems.2411]

❤ your videos . I always look forward to them.

[@quantinariley8000]

Thank you so much I just love your channel you're always my go to for my weekly meal plan (when I get to do it) lol when I need some ideas

[@herminiashelton7034]

If you add 2 tbl spoon milk to egg wash the flour will stick better crisp up better and gives a better brown in it.. Great recipe adding the tabasco loved it.

[@lauraevans8697]

I make my alfredo the same way as you and it is so so good. Everything looked so yummy can't wait to try some of your ideas.

[@crh.hedgehogs]

I love your salt and pepper shakers in this video

[@tla9895]

Yayyyyy🥳 You have no idea how much I needed this!! Love these so much🥰❤️ I love your videos so much🥰❤️

[@carrielusk8617]

Making meals this week from this video! Super excited! I know they will be delicious! ❤️

[@yaensp8859]

Girl you never disappoint! I have been watching your videos for years I Love your ideas saludos ❤

[@Randy8923]

Great job! Nice meals. Enjoyed.

[@lakeishaallen5281]

Thank you so much you help me so much with ideas

[@dwynn57]

yum yum! everything looked scrumptious! xoxo

[@2jlewison]

May I please make a suggestion for your videos that I find helpful? I really love when people show a quick clips of the finished recipe before going into how the recipe? It really helps me when trying to recreate the recipes :)

[@lun4_th34]

To reheat Alfredo, stir through a spoon of cream after reheating it. It'll all recombine.

[@itsjustme.7059]

I make Alfredo sauce like that too. It’s so good.

[@kristins2078]

Those pork chops and the gravy looks like what I grew up eating - my southern parents cooked like that. Mmmm. Hahah that’s how my dad still makes gravy every thanksgiving with the giblets n gizzards

[@JudithBrummett]

Dollar general has grease bins in their kitchen dept...I have 2, One for bacon grease in fridge and one for used fry grease. They have large openings and a straining basket with cover. PS you can freeze gravy very well to be used later.

[@k-------73]

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS! i honestly wait for you to post every week. ❤

[@KristinStepp]

Aw thank you!! 💗

[@mom4life513]

Yay finally a video. Girl I have been waiting

[@nikkilacroix910]

I never thought of putting pesto on potatoes! I might try that tonight! Thank you for the ideas! :)

[@madzabinga8382]

Jodi Dunn sent me here! She made the taquitos on her channel, and wow, they looked so good!

[@sweetheart5062]

The taco casserole will be my first fall casserole 😋thank you so much! Also, thank you for always sharing your suggestions of how to make the dish better.

[@susantaulli6580]

I make shrimp fettuccine very similar to your dish except I add a red bell pepper and green onion for added color. You can also add a spritz of fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavor.

[@beckyhines3814]

I think we have the same issues with cooking. Especially with having dry porkchops and chicken breast. I think I've only been able to make gravy a couple times. I've not ever had pesto I'm glad you mentioned it being salty. I will have to look for the store brand. Everything looks so good. Thanks for the ideas. Have a good weekend. ❤️

[@HippieMoodyMomma]

Always so happy to see you! My husband is also a truck driver so love the recipes!!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you so much!!

[@rebeccaannrose1552]

Love this ❤ I will have to have some of these soon

[@coupe_dville]

Yum! Everything looks delicious and super simple.💜💛💜💛

[@chelseam4082]

thanks for the new recipe ideas, will be trying soon!

[@christeenprice5637]

Awesome recipes, thanks 👍👍😄

[@christinatareski8882]

If you add a little milk to the alfreso pasta before reheating, it works a little better.

[@TVeach100]

add breakfast sausage to the gravy and bam. Another meal

[@KristinStepp]

Good idea! Love a good sausage gravy 😋

[@yanie4674]

I need to make those Buffalo chicken Taquitos and the chops asap 😋

[@genevievethepoet]

i just saw your pork chop and mashed potatoes recipe…. girl, the way i RAN to my freezer to thaw my pork chops 🤣👏🏻

[@HeathenVixen69]

Love your channel. I always get inspiration from you! 🥰🤩 for the park chop gravy, try a rue of butter and flour first, then add your oil and whatever broth or milk you want to! That's how I make my Thanksgiving turkey gravy every year it's a huge hit!

[@KristinStepp]

I like your recipe better! I’ll have to try that. Thank you!! 💗

[@HeathenVixen69]

@KristinStepp You're welcome!! 😊💖 Thank you for all of your amazing content!

[@britneyduranko420]

Kristi love your video s😊

[@FaithfulFinds2024]

Amazing as usual❤

[@Krisarooooo]

Ha!!! I did the same exact thing w my gravy the other day...lol...I was so flustered lolol🤦‍♀️😂

[@MumandDadto10]

Everything looks lovely but I defo need to try the potatoes xx

[@ciara3391]

I always have my fried pork chops with A1 lol but that gravy looked so good!

[@elizabethrobinson4390]

Kiristin will you do a grocery haul pretty soon it has been a week ago good on the recipes ❤

[@debbiegoble786]

Everything looks delicious!!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@LoveStrongerDistance]

You always have new and exciting recipes! I love these videos!!

[@KristinStepp]

Aw thank you!! 💗

[@easterkatie]

These meals look so yummy!! What’s your favorite method for cleaning your cast iron?

[@arianaperez5486]

Put an Egg shell in the oil when frying, it will keep the oil from burning 😊

[@KristinStepp]

I’ve never heard of that trick, interesting!!

[@tiffney829]

All looks good ❤

[@Rosie-mz4bx]

You had me when you said Fried Pork Chop🤤😊I wish I saw that sale my freezer would have been very full!

[@audreycasassa1683]

Excellent video!

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@TheAlexsgirl]

Love your videos very time

[@bonniepwtf]

Yummy stuff. I never made pork chops like that but I will give it a whirl. Hope school is going well for the kids.💌

[@KristinStepp]

It is so far, thank you!! 💗

[@julielewisizame]

I'm with you on the pepper 👍

[@denisejankovich6209]

Use your hand mixer to shredd the chicken. So much easier

[@katietiger872]

This recipe was good. However, it was a little salty for some reason to me, but my husband loved it !!!

[@melissamclaughlin4383]

Awesome meals.i love your pork chops and mashed potatoes and gravy 😋 those pesto potatoes so,so delicious 🤤 thank you for sharing your delicious recipes 👍👍😋 I hope you all are staying safe, happy and healthy ❤️🙏 have a great day and rest of your week ❤️😊😊😊

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you so much!! ❤️

[@LaurenMason1007]

Great vid! You should use avocado oil instead of vegetable oil, look up seed oil poisoning.

[@lisaveenstra7098]

i love casseroles also:)

[@lauralugrain7548]

You are too funny and an awesome cook ❤

[@HaleyG3]

Some tasty looking meals! 🤤

[@KristinStepp]

Thank you!!

[@mylittlepony-s1m]

cool

[@shellychandler2040]

Hey girl , sometimes the uneven browning may be because your stove is not level. It should have little casters on the bottom that you can adjust to level it out

[@paulamcleod1227]

Those pork chops look so good! Mine always turn out dry.

[@armywifereallife4499]

Next time when making the gravy in the cast iron, remove it from the heat completely and then you can return it once you get it under control. This has happened to me many times lol 😂

[@reillygrog]

hahaha when you said you had to turn off the camera and focus because of the gravy, i died!! making gravy can be so stressful sometimes 😂

[@KristinStepp]

😅😅