Winter Vanlife | Potato Leek Soup in the Forest

[@usgrassandgreens]

After one of the hardest days of my life. Seeing that you uploaded.Ment everything. I also watched all of your New England trip even though I’ve already seen it. Ryan, I really appreciate you.

[@ryandenton9886]

So sorry you’ve had a bad day! Praying for you!!

[@TheConeDoctorUK]

Hope it improves tomorrow friend, God bless 🙏

[@joemeyers3127]

Here’s to tomorrow being a better day. 🙏

[@markotp7663]

A KZbinr uploading a video means everything to you ? That’s a bit sad

[@usgrassandgreens]

Had to put my dog down and came home and saw this video. Didn’t say it meant everything. Appreciate your negativity.

[@celitacantrill10]

Hi Ryan, I'm 71 now and I love KZbin travel videos and I came across your Alaska video and I was hooked. You seem sweet like my son. Have fun, be safe❤

[@Rocknrollbeaut]

Chef Tip for using a vegetable peeler. Stick a fork into the end of whatever vegetable and hold the fork instead of the vegetable. No cuts!

[@shannonweatherill5290]

Thank you for sharing!!!!! I will try this for the grater too!!!!

[@Rocknrollbeaut]

@@shannonweatherill5290 No worries! :) For the grater, you might not get the stability with the fork. Try a dish towel for that :)

[@christopherlucas1395]

Ryan, one of the best things I like about your video is you actually store and prepare your food in your van. I’m so intrigued by van life, but out of all the videos I’ve seen, very few van lifers actually show us this aspect of it. One day, I hope to buy a van of my own and hit the open road!

[@luc1d121]

you know its a great day when ryan uploads :) dont worry ryan, im here watching you make your potato leek soup and ill continue to be here along with you on your journey! also cant wait for the tiny truck build, its gonna be awesome!

[@reallove5349]

Exactly I look for these videos

[@nikkiep23]

Potato and leeks soup is one of my go to's to make. I add white cheddar to mine. The large garlic cloves are called elephant garlic.

[@embody_1337]

Soup is such a good autumn and winter meal! Love your vids man

[@parsvanstrom5791]

What a strange coincidence, I just made potato leek soup earlier today and now when I sit down to watch your latest video I see you making the exact same dish :) I usually use a little bit more heavy cream and I also add a dash of dijon mustard which really adds to the flavours. Great content as always!

[@vinnygunn]

Immersion blender tip: you want it to be more submerged to avoid mess and also to get a bit of a flow going as the blades suck up and push out through the sides. Van Life friendly version: try tilting your pan so you can submerge the blender more in the deep end if you'd rather not dirty another taller/ narrower container

[@Trombone119]

Ryan, I still haven't figured out why, but your videos are addicting! Very interested to follow the new buildout. Stay safe and enjoy the journey!

[@jvaish]

They contain msg, very addictive

[@PickleAllergy]

@@jvaish THAT was hysterical!

[@sandradummer4726]

Ryan, always remember when your using Leeks..when and if you slit the Leeks in half, you need to rinse the leeks in a bowl etc in water as there’s sandy grit in between the leeks. Rinse at least 2 times, before putting together your leek soup. No one wants to eat gritty sandy Leek soup.

[@sherryreinhardt3845]

I had such a bad day today, SO glad you had a new video to watch 🙂 you make me laugh and cheered me up SO much!!! Thanks for what you do!

[@georginelawson6905]

Hi Ryan watching your video and you're making potato leek soup looks delicious and it makes me think I want to go out and buy some leaks and tomatoes and make my own batch. Also enjoyed your video going to Maine and New York thank you so much awesome videos I've been watching you since you went to Alaska

[@tphotographix]

The TECHNICAL difficultly is always appreciated !!

[@RogueSpartan56]

If you go through KC you should do some KC style bbq in the van!

[@tmoney860]

The lighting in the van is the best I seen amongst van life. Enjoy the videos, keep ‘em coming!

[@jordi7494]

Potato leek soup really is the best soup man

[@kathleenhannigan2487]

When we make this soup.....we fry some bacon in the pan....set aside to chop for garnish, strain the grease and add grease back to pan, add butter (lots of butter) and then fry the leeks. That might have been the extra flavor you were looking for. (strain the grease so the burnt bits are not floating around in the soup)

[@shannonweatherill5290]

Thank you, I am going to try that too, for quite a few soups.

[@mikehawn8951]

Dude your a Legend! We always relax when we all watch your stuff. Do what makes you happy brother. Gotta make some chile here soon. Maybe some soup to... We live close to Mary land. Thanks Twomey! Happy Holidays.

[@hellabiz4289]

four years ... FOUR YEARS!?!

[@REALchocochan]

holy cow the american gmo modified mutant garlics are wild!

[@HarisCupina]

Storytelling on steroids, editing/shots on point and telling quite enough (love small cuts in between, when narating) video total success, and beast mode ON! 😮 Apron is a central piece, work on it, is a must.❤

[@jacquelineacosta4291]

Glad to watch your video! Always makes my day when I get notifications about your posts 🥰

[@PeakPursuit-TannerSmith]

The post production recovery was great👏

[@kathybell4878]

Your editing is on point!! Great story teller that moves the fun along at the perfect clip.

[@RS-hy2ld]

You’re becoming a better cook! You’re using fresh garlic. Love it

[@TexasPanhandler]

Nature van life cooking: my favorite videos!

[@shelbywilson8372]

Ryan buys a 5lb bag of potatoes and while prepping says he hopes he has enough potatoes 😂🤦🏽‍♀️😂

[@battlescapevids]

Man at the end of the video, it looks so cozy.. I wish I had a van like that.

[@TermanusMagg]

I’m glad he brought up that day light savings comment cause I thought I was the only one that heard about that, had me starting to thinking I made it up 😂

[@uselessvad2444]

Love me some soup. I'd say I kind of like being far from people somewhere where it's quiet and listen to what's going on around me but I rarely go anywhere to be honest. But the deafening silence is a nice thing to listen to

[@chesternyangu4864]

"Disgrace of a beard" 😂😂😂😂😂

[@MyStupidYoutubeHandle]

Ryan dude your vids are hella relaxing man love you bro

[@masonbrite6773]

Really awesome watching your channel grow, can’t wait for the mini truck build!!

[@jro1919]

Ryan, you have to check out "The Pinnacles" outside Columbia MO. Creeks, trails, great area to spend a day/half a day.

[@simonc858]

Leek & Potato soup, especially home made is my absolute favourite too, I love batch cooking it and then having it for days! Such a simple recipe that I use but it is the best. I used to make it without the salt, then wonder why it was not that great! Best way is butter to saute and adding the salt, foolproof it always comes out good. Also I watch a few of these channels but your van is the one I would want to live in, keep the videos coming.

[@gregrowan843]

elephant garlic. my fav type of garlic to use. awesome video Ryan.

[@leannefrost411]

❤ ooh imagine using stock to boil the spuds and leeks in your soup looks so delicious

[@EZee213]

"Just stick in there, and go to town..." 😅 Cmon, man.....

[@klamerjeremy]

TWO VIDEOS IN ONE WEEK????? CHRISTMAS CAME EARLY BOYS AND GIRLS!!

[@monastallins3559]

Glad you visited Missouri! We have some beautiful parks!!

[@seanym67]

It's a bit posh but a serious water saver-get one of those Fisher and Paykal drawer dishwashers. You'll save tons of water and not have to look at the dirty dishes. One load only uses 1.8 gallons for 7 place settings. I'm building out a bus and I can't afford not to have one. Just washing one place setting by hand uses more water than this little unit does.

[@toddmoyes4486]

Try flying J’s, I know at least in the past and on the west coast they have dump stations for RV’s if they do then they should have a hose right there as well, to use, you have to pay to dump not sure about the water its usually just a standard hose spigot, and have never been behind any type of gate/locked at all.

[@raulyjimenez9167]

Congrats on the 4 year anniversary and the success!

[@jakemcginness3924]

It’s pretty cool seeing you do a video in Missouri. I am from south Kansas City and love watching your videos

[@JD-xo3xz]

That National Forest looks like a fire waiting to happen. I would have been leery of staying there, glad all went well.

[@lesliecarpenter869]

The video is perfect! I'm seeing and hearing you. I have made mashed leeks and potatoes before with a butter gravy....never a soup though, curiously watching.

[@barbaraballes2117]

Acually, you crack me up- in a good way! 😅 So what if your sink is full of dishes- you seem to be enjoying life! Good for you!! 😊❤

[@craigroosa9321]

Yum ,,, another awesome video ! Have to try making some ,, have had before but been a while . Keep it up and safe travels !!

[@JUNKHEAD224]

Technical difficulties is no big deal bro. It actually gives us a better inside of what its like to film and van camp. Don't let it discourage you.

[@shutterbugamy]

Ryan, have you noticed that when you cook you start calling everything a bad boy?!😂

[@colleenrieger9538]

Diced ham, a bit of chopped celery . 😊great idea to blend

[@thequietknitter9107]

So good to see a new video!😊

[@ritawoodfork3086]

Ryan please get more water! Glad you made your soup and can watch a film or two! I wish I could enjoy the soup also! Take care, be safe, blessed and thanks for sharing!

[@Iloveyoutube11]

My guy! I’m fairly new to your channel and I love your content. Please keep ‘em coming. Have fun and stay safe out there.

[@billthomas6296]

Thanks Ryan, now I have the urge to make Potato Leek Soup this weekend for my wife, she loves it. Stay safe my friend.

[@lynnette9046]

Same. Lol

[@damionhutchinson239]

Watching all the way from Jamaica🇯🇲... You are truly inspiring not just to me but also others as well continue to make inspiring content fam and safe travels

[@ryaneggerding7476]

Potato Leek Soup is one of my childhood comfort foods, was cool to see you make it! We would always put some cheddar cheese on top. Love the vids!

[@jessieigler315]

Ryan, your videos are amazing!! I am always impressed by your videos. A cookbook would be great. Take care and be safe on the road back to San Diego.

[@tobiassullivan4406]

Good video, dude. You killed it. Glad you released it.

[@TUNNELOFREVERB]

You’re killing it Ryan. Great work

[@CanadianJonny]

Loaded baked potatoes, scalloped potatoes, french fries, shred them up and form them into hashbrowns and fry them up!! All camper friendly options :D

[@canadianthistle3915]

WE LOVE YOU RYAN, IN 6 MONTHS IM GOING TO START LIVING IN A CAMPER, NOT THE SAME AS VAN LIFE BUT BETTER THAN THE BILLS FOR AN HOUSE

[@ChedoTheArtist]

You should look into an Aeropress coffee maker. You could get some whole bean, a hand grinder, and an aeropress and make some beautiful coffee. They also wouldn’t take up much space

[@leejensen7550]

Hey Ryan, long time listener, first time caller. I'm from Washington coffee capitol of the US . Get an aero press coffee maker. Simple and easy and the best cuppa you will ever have! On my last road trip in my vanagon i would just use gas station hot water and boom, best coffee ever. Love ya, happy holidays.

[@PickleAllergy]

Jusrt found your channel, hooked right after the NYC camp! Have all the rest in my 'watch later' while I get work done :)

[@louisburgener2410]

that soup looked so good!!

[@PnwChillin]

Love starfield. I’ve been binge playing it lol

[@JuanCarbajal-oe5pj]

My boy Ryan the 🐐 love youe videos keep up amazing work

[@My_Third_Eye]

Amazing video Ryan. Very nice save on the audio issue. I’m a major fan of soups. Especially potato soup. I’m gonna give your recipe a shot one day. Cheers bro and stay safe!

[@spiel3333]

Ryan. Thanks for posting

[@brockosnipes]

you should check out the black hills in south dakota beautiful scenery!! that's my home state and i still love coming back to see the hills!

[@nestornugpo7487]

Wish u a Happy Holidays & Safe Travels,Ryan🎉🎉🎉✌✌✌

[@Blackwater_House]

Maybe one day Ryan will do a Van journey around Ireland in his new Mini Van, ideally suited to that environment

[@reallove5349]

I watch you buddy I love these videos I honestly feel aways when I miss a video lol 😂😂😂

[@seabliss22]

I'm literally cooking up a pot of potatoe soup too!! I always chop up a ham steak in mine. Also tip for those who don't have a blender is to dump some instant potatoes into the broth. It adds the same texture and bonus you still have the cooked potatoe chunks for a hardier soup. Today I also dumped some left over mashed butternut squash and a dash of hot curry to spice it up 😁

[@seabliss22]

Also look up Mayo biscuits. It the quickest easiest bread to make. It pours like pancake batter. I cup self rising flour 1 cup whole milk 1/4 cup mayonnaise. Whisk together. Pour into cup cake pan. Bake at 425F for 15 minutes. Makes 6 Note don't forget to spray your pan.

[@rhondacrothers1917]

Great job on the soup!

[@wendelclements6448]

I love the area of the woods you chose. Also love soups kinda what we just call potato soup down south. Hope you have a well stocked first aid kit lol because watching you for as long as I have this is not the first time. Watch your fingers Safe travels my friend. Waiting on your next one

[@pamelataylor412]

Ok, gotta make that soup! Many thanks, ryan❤

[@karenlemke8162]

Getting me hooked on soups

[@EllieAussie..]

Love and peace from Australia as always Ryan 🦘😘😘

[@BraydenBur]

I gotta know have you ever been a chef because I’ve watched only 2 videos so far and you look like you know what your doing also your definitely my favorite KZbinr rn

[@Austintheredneck]

I am from Missouri about 4 hours from st Louis love the vids man

[@cousinjeb7116]

I mentioned this one other time several months ago, but I strongly believe you should have a 6ish gallon jerry can of water for those times when you run out. And you can fill it in Walmart for about a buck and a half in a pinch. Well that sounded like a lecture didn't it? Get it done young man!!!

[@jillfracci767]

Luv ur food choices! Epic meals..in a VAN! No peanut butter sammies for you! 😉🤣🤣🤣

[@joelbhere]

I love your videos brother. Just passing a pro tip along….. let your van warmup before you drive. Cheers!

[@ArkansasStormChasers]

id love to see you do a roadtrip through arkansas. so many places to stop and look around and alot of tourists sight seeing as well!

[@TheFloridaBikeVlogger]

i like watching ur van life videos

[@melissayee209]

That is elephant garlic !!! smooth and tasty

[@shanepunshon3689]

Try some black truffle oil just a drizzle on top of the soup that will give it what your looking for

[@80srican71]

can you believe the 1st time I heard of a vegetable being called a leek is when I watch Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 when they're in a boat and someone yells "a leek" hahaha then they show an actual leek the vegetable in the boat... goad times good times...

[@The_Novice]

potatoes are extremely versitle. You should make potato gnocchi. people would love to see it and you'd enjoy it. Scallop potatoes, fondont potatoes, baked potatoes, Frecnh fries, breakfast hashbrowns, Au Gratin potatoes. loaded potato soup, Potato chips (Salt and vinegar - Use vinegar powder), options are endless.

[@patty4709]

Not worried about you starving Ryan. I hope you find time with all your driving to hit the gym for a hard workout. Driving, eating with no workout will result in a big weight gain. I enjoy your travels. Watched your Alaska trip.

[@wilderness135]

you've gotta press your top mini knuckle (second joint up from the real knuckle) against the blade of the knife

[@jackayy06]

You should have stopped at Shawnee national forest in Illinois it is beautiful there!

[@NicksWeather]

Welcome to my neighborhood brother. Very familiar with the areas you in. Idk if these videos are recorded in advance but, next time you are in the area ill be glad to take you to this one spot I go to good cold beer and good food. Ive camped at that same park before. Im off all weekend if you need any advice on anything. Dinner looked good. I play xbox sometimes not often though. Great video hope you get to enjoy the scenery.

[@xolopapa6664]

great video and nice soup. it looks really good stop cutting your fingers champ haha and what a cozy spot you found nice bro looking forward to next video

[@Aricbetchtel2938]

A good place to stop for the night is McClellan lake campground just east of Amarillo easy on easy off i40 bonus is hot showers are still on as of 12/6

[@CreeSweetSage61]

the potato leek soup looks amazing. I'm going to give some taco chicken soup a try this week. Actually, the congress was trying to pass a bill to keep us on Ddaylights saving time years round. the shorter days mean we are on Standard time. I hate the shorter days too.

[@TCDShow]

Great content 😊

[@lindsaylivinlife6282]

Want to do away with daylight savings time, head on over to Arizona where DST is not observed! ☀️🌵😎 Safe travels!

[@ms7168]

Most of us switch back to Standard time in November we here in Oklahoma have been trying to convince them to leave it here!