EASY, MASSIVE MEAL PREP | LARGE FAMILY MEAL PREP ON A BUDGET | FRUGAL FIT MOM COOK WITH ME
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Күн бұрынHello friends, my name is Christine, and welcome to Frugal Fit Mom! In today's video, we will be doing massive meal prep for my family of 6 to help us get through the next week. I have some freezer meals and of course, I try to do everything on a budget on my channel. Cook with me today in the middle of December 2021.
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@barcrrt850 2 жыл бұрын
This woman is just so much fun to watch. You really just have to watch her every day.
@christinab9133 2 жыл бұрын
Yes!! Highlight of my day!
@ashleeshell72 2 жыл бұрын
I was so excited to use you as a source on my persuasive speech this semester! I was persuading people to make a meal plan before they go to the grocery store! Everyone thought I did good and loved your ideas!
@FrugalFitMom 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks amazing!!!
@tonipancoast5491 2 жыл бұрын
Christine, when you layer your lasagna noodles in your pan, over lap the noodles using the ruffled edges. Kind of connect them together like a puzzle. I worked for an old Italian lady for years (like straight off the boat Italian lady) and she taught me this. She would said "those a ribbons are there for a reason, they not just a look a pretty". (Yes, please say this in an Italian accent) Yes it takes more noodles but try it out next time. Game changer! Merry Christmas!
@andreamcgee485 2 жыл бұрын
Christine - freeze the pumpkin! Separate into one cup portions in a ziplock. Works great, then you can make pumpkin spice bread.
@smcb2202 2 жыл бұрын
I was just coming on here to message this exact thing… freeze it in ziplock bags! 😊
@sandrateets647 2 жыл бұрын
I also freeze pumpkin in one cup portions for making pumpkin muffins later.
@SisiJoness 2 жыл бұрын
I freeze the pumpkin in ice cube trays and throw them in smoothies! Also sweet potato!
@hannahkayee831 2 жыл бұрын
@@SisiJoness yum!!!
@leradoms 2 жыл бұрын
I freeze it in leftover cottage cheese containers. I roast my own pumpkins and freeze them that way. It's also great in chili.
@uvkorn7 2 жыл бұрын
Speedy would love the leftover pumpkin! It doesn’t have added salt or sugar, so it is a wonderful treat for him - so much vitamins and fiber snuck into people food!
@PandaBear62573 2 жыл бұрын
Just what I need, Christine to start my day. Sipping on my morning cup of Joe and watching meal prep. Now I'm hungry for breakfast.
@nancyshrout-wankowski7147 2 жыл бұрын
I'm having coffee, and vegetable crab soup for breakfast while watching.
@bridgetteurbano1440 2 жыл бұрын
Same…. So relaxing
@33snowgal 2 жыл бұрын
Play doh is why I have cream of tartar 😆
@FaithFoodandFamily 2 жыл бұрын
I always use cottage cheese instead of ricotta too. Everything looked yummy!
@danniemcdonald7675 2 жыл бұрын
I know your friend will appreciate the meals. Bless you. Just so you know, you need don't need those no-cook noodles. Just add a tad more liquid to your sauce and use the regular noodles. I make mine a day or two before I plan on baking it and it turns out perfect. I do tend to use more sauce and mine is a little thicker. If it's just me,I will cut leftovers into individual portions, wrap and vacuum seal for the freezer.
@dianejones8606 2 жыл бұрын
Another great video! I look forward to our time together, Christine! My Alexa picked up your “Rockin around the Christmas Tree” 🎄 command, so I listened to it, too! 😁
@lorenet.2182 2 жыл бұрын
love you ! Here is a great recipe to use up the pumpkin: Pumpkin Bread with Maple glaze 1 yellow cake mix 15 oz. pumpkin (small can) 2 eggs 1/4 c. oil 2 Tbsp. pumpkin pie spice Mix and bake at 350. Mini pans are 20-25 minutes. larger pans 40-55 minutes. Cool completely and glaze with 1 cup powdered sugar and 1/4 c. real maple syrup (not pancake syrup). If I'm gong to freeze or gift later I glaze right before. The thinner glaze soaks in as it sits. Or I make it thicker with more sugar so its more like a frosting. Yummy.
@ambercathey1886 2 жыл бұрын
Leftover pumpkin gets tossed into pancakes and scones around here. Pumpkin pancakes are my kids' favorites- your regular pancake recipe, us a bit of pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, tiny bit of nutmeg. So good. Also, if you have enough, go with Smitten Kitchen's pumpkin butter. Just....just do it. It is amazing.
@sherrytangirala8590 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Christine! My Alexa turned on 'Rocking around the Christmas Tree'! I love when that happens!!!
@lindaliddell2508 2 жыл бұрын
You made my day! Youre so vibrant and full of life. Not very many people make me smile....but you do every time I watch you....
@evelynmcgeough2099 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Christine, you can freeze the leftover pumpkin in a little container. It's good stirred into a homemade soup, and also stirred into chili! I've used it for peanut butter pumpkin dog treats too, you can Google that for recipes. I enjoy watching your videos, especially the grocery shopping challenges :)
@lisachatham8690 2 жыл бұрын
I don't know how to love a videographer more than I love watching your videos!! You teach while making people laugh and smile the entire time. I just love how you do things with such glee.
@FrugalFitMom 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@morganprudent1422 2 жыл бұрын
It's true, you're the best at splitting yourself or the screen and it's so funny/ entertaining every time!
@marciafischbeck7653 2 жыл бұрын
Leftover pumpkin goes on the dogs' food! They love it!
@Fiery154 2 жыл бұрын
My mom won’t give me her cornbread recipe, so I’m taking yours. She just says it’s the one on the box. It is NOT.
@steph6337 2 жыл бұрын
My mom said that too! Years went by and I finally caught her adding 2 tbsp of sugar to the jiffy box mix! "Ah-ha!" I shouted! She startled so bad she knocked the sugar to the counter and we laughed and laughed! 😆
@nancyshrout-wankowski7147 2 жыл бұрын
@@steph6337 I mix two boxes of the Jiffy as directed, and then add a total of 1/2 cup sugar (not one per box of Jiffy).
@aquajunker5089 2 жыл бұрын
I mix one box of jiffy cornbread with one box of jiffy cake
@DerMelissa 2 жыл бұрын
Yes! Winter is a great "blast chiller"!❄️
@marybristol1064 2 жыл бұрын
Speedy will love the pumpkin! Good for tummy issues for him as well.
@kellyyyla 2 жыл бұрын
These are my favorite types of videos!! They just me so much cooking inspiration and motivation.
@Dalekshavenoconceptofelegance 2 жыл бұрын
If you ever have too much extra pumpkin, you can mix it in with your dog's food! It's really good for them and they LOVE it!
@Barboler Жыл бұрын
I think that what you do is amazing especially when it comes to making food for other families I know that there have been times when it's been really hard for me and my family to survive and an extra meal from somebody that was as sweet and kind-hearted as you would be absolutely perfect thank you for what you do
@crystaldon4995 2 жыл бұрын
This video is SO fun!!!! I love it!!!
@DioneN 2 жыл бұрын
I’m a savoury cornbread person! Only a few tablespoons of sugar. But I also add 1 cup of cream corn so that probably adds a little sugar.
@janetg7255 2 жыл бұрын
Was surprised to see a notification from you. What a wonderful way to start Sunday! Wishing you a blessed week, Christine 🤗🌻
@FrugalFitMom 2 жыл бұрын
You too!!
@Bees-knees99 2 жыл бұрын
Cooking day here in Nova Scotia too!! Thanks for keeping me company!
@OohGranolaBars 2 жыл бұрын
Another tip for using up the pumpkin, I like to use it to thicken chili! Sounds kind of wack, I know, but it can help to thicken a chili if it's too soupy!!
@cynthiagilbert 2 жыл бұрын
I love all these recipes.. Wow the pumpkin ones look amazing!
@britamess 2 жыл бұрын
Measure with your heart! Love it!
@ClassroomJoy 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly what I needed this morning! Thank you 😊
@vnette9777 2 жыл бұрын
My Goodness,you are so inspiring!You are a great wake up!THANKYOU!🙂💖
@Gmrgrl-mb5np 2 жыл бұрын
Any recipe that only uses a portion of pumpkin, I just double/triple it so I’ll use the whole can of pumpkin. I always give the extras to family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers.
@sondrasix1668 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome 😎
@shanmatthewsful 2 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t appreciate your errand more! I feel that.
@katewhite2384 2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. 11.15pm here in Australia but I’m awake cause I have to watch the new video.
@SarahLinklater86 2 жыл бұрын
Add nutmeg into the cottage cheese mixture for the lasagna…it is AMAZEBALLS!!!
@vlmellody51 2 жыл бұрын
The combination of nutmeg and fat brings on a euphoric reaction that is delightful to watch.
@thegracklepeck 2 жыл бұрын
@@vlmellody51 it truly is amazing added to cheese
@vlmellody51 2 жыл бұрын
@@thegracklepeck too true! It's amazing in cheese fondue. I grate fresh nutmeg into the mixture of melted butter and chocolate in my brownie recipe. I let it bloom while it cools a little bit before mixing the chocolate concoction with the eggs and flour. I've seen people eat the whole thing in one sitting and just lay back blissed out.
@Leo_34409 2 жыл бұрын
Nutmeg is so good in mashed potatoes too!
@vlmellody51 2 жыл бұрын
@@Leo_34409 I'll have to give it a try. Thanks! 😊
@rachelg7175 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Christine! I hope this comment doesn't get buried because I love your channel and wanted to say thank you! My new years resolution is to be less wasteful next year and your tips are good for the wallet and the spirit. Your freezer meals/tips alone save me as a single lady trying not to eat out of the house all the time. This may have been suggested before, but I'd love to see a video of responses you may have for people who have objections to common frugal tips. Things like "But I cant stand cooking!" or "I have a hard time getting my family to eat leftovers". I love leftovers, but the idea of a video like this intrigues me. I haven't run across one yet watching frugal and cooking tip videos. Thanks for all you do and have a great day!
@michellesmith9662 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Congratulations on 375K! Totally Awesome!! 💕
@whitneyhatton3736 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video! I also love that your spoons are always so happy to see me :)
@cookshackcuisinista 2 жыл бұрын
Your personality makes the whole thing fun! I freeze pumpkin in one cup portions as I make pumpkin oat raisin cookies! Batch cooking is a winner all the way!
@frugalforthefuture 2 жыл бұрын
Love watching your channel in the morning with my coffee
@frugalforthefuture 2 жыл бұрын
Also Speedy might like the pumpkin pure I know my pup loves it
@bordercolliemum9573 2 жыл бұрын
You absolutely crack me up and I love watching your videos. ❤️
@faithdijkema6785 2 жыл бұрын
Love this one!♡
@annroxs1397 2 жыл бұрын
My son absolutely loved the dance number at the end 😁👏🏽
@chantalest-cyr8293 2 жыл бұрын
Christine on a sunday morning, what a great gift! :)
@FrugalFitMom 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@kimeverhart6253 2 жыл бұрын
Oh Christine….your videos just make me happy!!! 😁
@FrugalFitMom 2 жыл бұрын
Oh thank you!
@kaymac508 2 жыл бұрын
When I have extra pumpkin I always give it to my dog as a food topper - super good for them!
@gingeratterbury8291 2 жыл бұрын
Song is magic day, my daughter loves it
@pennythompson4790 2 жыл бұрын
everything looks amazing as usualxx
@angelal6700 2 жыл бұрын
💙 cooking ahead. Did some myself today, cleaning bits from freezer, and pantry stuff that HAD to be used. Got a hot meal every day for the week.
@Peggy731 2 жыл бұрын
That corn cake is what my family calls corn light bread & my mother always made it in a bundt pan. It is soooooo good!
@bgibson5517 2 жыл бұрын
what a finale, that's entertainment...
@mickiegibbs3216 2 жыл бұрын
Measuring vanilla with your heart - you and I are kindred spirits! Great video!
@taowright 2 жыл бұрын
You are a natural, Love your vids and recipes. Very entertaining.
@gordiennedavis2264 Жыл бұрын
Yum
@JasonsCutiePie 2 жыл бұрын
Pumpkin Sausage Soup is a great use for pumpkin too. That was our lunch on this frigid, Sunday afternoon. It freezes well too. 😊
@ashleywhitt5543 2 жыл бұрын
Love the ending Christine! Freeze your leftover pumpkin and I like to add it to my spaghetti to bump up the nutrition. Merry Christmas to your family!
@misssagacious 2 жыл бұрын
Extra pumpkin can be made into dog treats! Also, I used to mix it with plain Greek yogurt, pumpkin pie spice and vanilla protein powder - made a tasty mousse!
@wendycash54 2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos! Make me laugh, plus inspiring. Thanks so much!!!!!
@annjohnson543 2 жыл бұрын
Oooohhh. The corn cake is right up my alley. Love it with chili. My hubby doesn't like it so more for me. If you don't want cracks on the top of your cheesecake, put a pan of water in the oven on the rack below your cheesecake. It will help with the cracking issue.
@FrugalFitMom 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip!
@brentderksen 2 жыл бұрын
I measure vanilla with my heart as well. I also make my own. Best decision last year, and it keeps getting better!
@thegracklepeck 2 жыл бұрын
I also measure vanilla with my heart 💕
@christinelong8623 2 жыл бұрын
Oreo fudge 15 Oreos, roughly crushed 14 oz white chocolate chips 14 oz sweetened condensed milk Splash vanilla In microwave bowl place white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla. Microwave 30 seconds at a time until mixture is completely mixed. Add Oreos, mix. Pour in a 9*13 pan and refrigerate for a few hours. Cut into squares. I lined my pan with wax paper first
@kristendunn8330 2 жыл бұрын
Other pumpkin uses: put a tablespoon in your dog's food - solves any tummy or skin issues and they love the taste! (just make sure there's no nutmeg - only give dogs pumpkin, NOT pumpkin pie filling!) Also, mix a tablespoon into your oatmeal with pumpkin pie spice for pumpkin spice oatmeal for breakfast!
@cjdamon 2 жыл бұрын
Just made the corn cake with dinner for my family. Everyone loved it! Including my picky toddlers! Thanks for the recipe!
@ohleander02 2 жыл бұрын
the recipe isn't linked did you just copy what she did in her video?
@lettyalvidrez8449 2 жыл бұрын
I love these recipe ideas. Thank you so much. 🎄
@FrugalFitMom 2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@yvettenj 2 жыл бұрын
Also for leftover pumpkin if you have half a can left, freeze tablespoon portions for pumpkin smoothies.
@thecozycosm 2 жыл бұрын
Thank God there are other people who love the corner pieces! Because it leaves all the center pieces for me 🤣
@pattypeterson6791 2 жыл бұрын
You make cooking look fun! You'd be a blast to cook with!!!
@hannayoung9657 2 жыл бұрын
I use the lasagne sauce for home made pizza pockets. I just make white bread dough, makes a small circle fill with cheese and lasagne sauce, fold over and bake. I sometimes let them rise for 20 minutes before baking. I also have used the cottage cheese mixture in pockets.
@LizKrause 2 жыл бұрын
I freeze my leftover pumpkin purée into little dog treats and my dog loves them.
@crystaldon4995 2 жыл бұрын
I'm binge watching your videos. 👍👍
@patriciabliesner9794 8 ай бұрын
I added left over canned pumpkin to a soup! Delicious
@hansenshandmade 2 жыл бұрын
If you don't want to freeze the excess pumpkin it's really great in a smoothie! I love 2/3rd frozen banana, like 1/2 to 1 cup pumpkin, vanilla protien powder and pumpkin pie spice to taste. I make mine with oatmilk but whatever floats your boat works too
@katej54801 2 жыл бұрын
WooHoo!! Fun video to watch while I clean house today!!
@FrugalFitMom 2 жыл бұрын
Yay! Thank you!
@chantellecunningham8899 2 жыл бұрын
I have a full star food chopper and it saves so much time meal prepping. Mine has several attachments but I just used the small dice and the larger chop.
@erinsmith2904 2 жыл бұрын
Christine - your recipes and reviews of them are such a blessing! Our youngest has many food allergies (eggs, milk, nuts, peanuts, avocado, banana, mustard) and it is very challenging to find foods that we can all eat and also like! When you make something that is safe for him, I always make it! My family wasn't so sure about these pumpkin bars, but when I said you made them and loved them, they were on board! The littlest one doesn't love lots of baked things, especially since he doesn't like chocolate, even though he CAN safely eat it. He LOVED these. We only had to sub for dairy free butter sticks and they were delicious! Thanks again!!
@CuzOfTheDog 2 жыл бұрын
I *NEVER* cook *ANY* lasagna noodles, ever. The sauce offers the moisture needed. It cuts time and I don’t buy the oven ready noodles, either. I have done this for decades. Totally works and saves time! ⏳
@artandmorewithrachelnicole 2 жыл бұрын
Love the Massive Meal Prep 😊
@FrugalFitMom 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@colettemitchell3412 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are so much fun. Can't wait to make that corn cake.
@Novismom 2 жыл бұрын
My dogs love pumpkin added to their food and it’s good for them.
@LindaASJ 2 жыл бұрын
I use leftover pumpkin in curry, chili or soup. It’s an easy throw in
@anitaholmes6824 2 жыл бұрын
Have I told you before that I love your channel???? Thanks for sharing some awesome recipes!
@texadianstitcher 2 жыл бұрын
You can mix pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling) into dog & cat food too.
@christinaryan9290 2 жыл бұрын
Pumpkin cheesecake with a gingersnap crust is my favorite!
@lenablackwell4287 2 жыл бұрын
You make my day everyday, thank you for making it fun. Merry Christmas and god bless you
@jennifersantiago2723 2 жыл бұрын
Now I have Rockin around the Christmas tree playing… thanks Alexa
@ericaharris9015 2 жыл бұрын
I must say I love your videos! You and I have the same sense of humor and I just love it. It's hard to find "your" people. Keep them coming please!! 😍😜😁
@carriedulaney2191 2 жыл бұрын
I like to use 1/2 ricotta 1/2 pumpkin for my lasagna. I add nutmeg to the mix sounds weird but trust me it’s perfect in any savory pumpkin dish. I also use dried parsley since I grew up always using dried parsley in the ricotta layer.
@toshafocht743 2 жыл бұрын
My husband cannot eat tomatoes, so I use canned pumpkin as a tomato paste substitute. I freeze the leftover in a mini muffin pan to beat out in one tablespoon portion sizes. I can then add I tablespoon frozen disks as needed to recipes!
@bgibson5517 2 жыл бұрын
pretty winter wonderland intro.
@patriciah8377 2 жыл бұрын
It’ll be fine! Yummy & funny I learned the one can of pumpkin one box of spice cake mix recipe combined and 18 minutes later 12 muffins soo great w or without walnuts as u wish ~ in case u have extra pumpkin! Have a super fun holiday season 🌲🙌😋🤣
@crystalstorms880 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you I am going to try this!
@deidrecruickshank7975 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Christine, yup! Here in New Zealand the only thing I buy and use Cream of Tartar for is Snickerdoodles. I got the recipe for them from a Canadian friend around 30 years ago and have been making them ever since. They're my brother in law fave biscuit 🍪(cookie).
@LindaASJ 2 жыл бұрын
Next time you make chili add a tablespoon of cocoa powder. It’s a game changer
@maryleneruiz9456 2 жыл бұрын
Love love love the dancing and munchkin voices music. 🤣😂😂🤣
@SongbirdCollageArts 2 жыл бұрын
It’s a snowy day here in Edmonton and the perfect day for some batch cooking. Thanks for the inspo!
@TheCatsMeow97 2 жыл бұрын
Good morning, also chilling in Edmonton!
@SongbirdCollageArts 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheCatsMeow97 Morning! Enjoy your snow day :)
@user-xw6xc2yd1k 2 жыл бұрын
OMG, I love your videos.
@kitziewitty7281 2 жыл бұрын
This was so funny and awesome. Thanks Christine for the work you do. We were giggling along with you. The pumpkin dilemma was so familiar, LOL. Happy Holidays.
@nicoletierheimer3546 2 жыл бұрын
I freeze pumpkin in an ice cube tray or in a plastic bag. Also freeze tomato paste in ice cube trays. Gets you 1 tbsp of tomato paste when you need it
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