LARGE FAMILY MEAL PLAN AND GROCERY HAUL | Cleaning out the FREEZER!

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My name is Christine, and welcome to Frugal Fit Mom! The video today DOES include a clearance haul! Hang on until almost the end of the video, it's there!
This weeks' meal plan includes the following:
Sausage with vegetables
Taco Salad
Beef Ragu with spaghetti
Turkey Burgers
Garlic Balsamic Pork
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@isntitlovely 3 жыл бұрын

I was running low on my proteins, but one of my local grocery stores put the chicken quarter bags on clearance for $3 each! I bought quite a few, and now my freezer is stocked up! My fiancée insisted I tell you this because he thinks you'd be proud, haha

@LifeWithMrsB 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Stock up when it's cheap :D

@organizedceo 3 жыл бұрын

Cafe Rio Sweet Pulled Pork. Delicious and so easy. AND I cooked pinto beans in the juice and the rest of the meat fell off the bone. So GOOD!

@pancakespandemonium 3 жыл бұрын

Go girl!!

@morgann.7646 3 жыл бұрын

Money saving hack!! My hubby works at a spice factory that manufacturers for Thrive, Aldi, Walmart, etc. They are all literally the same thing/blend. They stop the machine partway through the runs to switch out the labels & don't change anything else. 😊

@tomfletcher3941 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a college kid who loves your videos. You inspired me to go to Kroger looking for the yellow tags. Scored some USDA prime beef patties for $2.99 and a 2lb bag of Mahatma rice for 99 cents. Keep up the awesome content!

@amomentwithauntmindydasilv6809 3 жыл бұрын

Random tip: get the yogurt cups when they are marked down. Stick a popsicle stick right through the foil cover. Pop it in the freezer. The next day I have froyo pops for my kids. Especially good in summer.

@chloegodding7015 3 жыл бұрын

My mum always did this ! Loved the yogurt pops 😋

@meluvs2read 3 жыл бұрын

Keep a pair of gardening gloves near your freezer to help keep your hands warm..

@boogiebabe67 3 жыл бұрын

Even though I'm now widowed and live alone with my cat (I know, weird old broad, right?), I find your channel an invaluable resource for meal planning. Being single, I have to struggle at times with a surplus of frozen food. Now I can utilize what I have in a more cost-effective and efficient manner. Thank you so much!

@melissavazquez2953 3 жыл бұрын

Your not weird.The important thing is your not alone.Stay safe

@masquitaful 3 жыл бұрын

"There were 5 [cucumbers] in there." Yeah, in my house, the emphasis would be on the WERE. Because they would be gone. Because I ate them all.

@aaronhudgens8345 3 жыл бұрын

I love when you gave a new video. I feel like we are all friends and we’re just hanging out.

@jasminejanay3016 3 жыл бұрын

I get so tickled when you say dubblie do😂

@mrseastofmain 3 жыл бұрын

Me too

@creatingdestiny7 3 жыл бұрын

Its so nice to just watch someone else who has their life together 🤣 Yall keep it up!! Such great content!!! ❤❤❤

@jellybeansbud3610 3 жыл бұрын

I feel that!

@elizabethanne1632 3 жыл бұрын

I love to use random cheesy dips that I find on clearance to make stuffed chicken breast. Fun dip + frozen spinach, stuff in a pounded thin chicken breast, bake with some cheese on top? Perfection - and it looks a lot harder than it really is.

@LifeWithMrsB 3 жыл бұрын

that sounds delicious!!

@jodythomas1159 3 жыл бұрын

You mentioned snack foods. I feel like that can be a big portion of my food budget. It shouldn’t be, but it is. I’d love a video that addresses snacks...realistic snacks. :-)

@amomentwithauntmindydasilv6809 3 жыл бұрын

Popcorn, chips with salsa. I am definitely more for the savory than the sweet.

@devwanab2497 3 жыл бұрын

1.3k views in 2 minutes that's how you know people love your videos. Can't wait to see what today videos is. I wish Hamilton Ontario's (Canada) reduced was like yours or at least it's not in my area.

@nunusky3942 3 жыл бұрын

WoW how much is it out there? Im in California and our grocery stores are so expensive right now

@bethevans8977 3 жыл бұрын

Isn’t it 1.3k?

@victoriaperkins7219 3 жыл бұрын

Christine, after watching many sponsored videos from various other people, I must say you are the best in your presentation - without hesitation, clear and doesn't sound wooden.

@ruthcowan9793 3 жыл бұрын

I was shopping yesterday and thought of you as I was able to pick up 57 cans of corn for $9.32. They were basically .17 a can!!! I also picked up yogurt that was 50% off due to the fact that it was seasonal flavors. I definitely bought all of those also. I love clearance shopping! Thank you Christine!

@yvonnepalmquist8676 3 жыл бұрын

😲

@jillgott6567 3 жыл бұрын

These were awesome deals

@buffiecar 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! I got a 6 pound pork roast on clearance for $2.99! Also a deep dish sausage deli pizza for $4, a big bag of Red Mill Lemon Blueberry granola for $1.99, a smoothie mix in bag with nuts and protein powder and stuff for $1, a lemon pepper rotisserie chicken from yesterday for $3, and a Patti Labelle sweet potato pie for $1.50. Clearance is the best!!

@CristinSierra 3 жыл бұрын

The pantry door didn’t bother me until you mentioned it....now it’s kinda bothering me

@jillygirl2024 3 жыл бұрын

What a blessing to have so much in your freezers. I too have a full freezer and even though it is in my fridge and is small I am pleased. As it works great for one person

@justjulie304 3 жыл бұрын

I love boursin! Especially on warm crusty baguette...maybe tomato salad on the side, delicious!

@nathalieleblanc8536 3 жыл бұрын

Boursin on pizza is soooooo good

@hollypepen4012 3 жыл бұрын

I had to chuckle when you mentioned applesauce. I live by myself and am in my mid-twenties, but I always keep it on hand for when I'm out of fresh fruit but in between grocery trips to still get fruit in my diet :)

@jgjg3848 3 жыл бұрын

Whenever I don't feel good, I always want some applesauce. We always have it on hand.

@jennyjackson9914 3 жыл бұрын

I think I’m more excited about the surprise clearance haul than an adult should be 😆 Thanks for the inspiration!

@Oururbanhomestead1966 3 жыл бұрын

I have been creating all sorts of meals whilst cleaning out our fridge freezer and pantry. I seriously failed to plan our meals properly last fortnight and don't get paid till Tuesday, so have been using up whatever is in the fridge freezer and pantry

@themagicknightress7132 3 жыл бұрын

i got 3 packs of impossible grounds for $3 each :3 instead of the regular 7$ because it was in the clearance meat section. Also got my bf a 50 cent package of instant muffin mix for him to make in his dorm

@Sandiastef 3 жыл бұрын

I’d love to know how that balsamic pork roast turned out.

@nycgirllauren 3 жыл бұрын

$9 for 3 lbs of bacon? That’s insane! I’m in NYC paying $9 for 1-1.5 lb of bacon. Love seeing the differences in each state 😂

@lesliekanengiser8482 3 жыл бұрын

My fave bacon not on sale is 21.99 for 3 lb. Semi sale is 15.99. The brand I settle for will occasionally go on sale for 7.99 for 3 lb. So typically we buy that. Although any bacon that isn't that flimsy fast food style bacon is ok with me

@Getlostandwander 3 жыл бұрын

It's $4 lb here in Illinois

@smallfamilysmallbudget1817 3 жыл бұрын

Its $5.99 her a pound! I haven't seen any sales in a while for bacon for a long time either!

@sierramcroberts13 3 жыл бұрын

In michigan i pay around $6 for 12oz-1lb

@kjnailzit 3 жыл бұрын

Yesssss...for the surprise clearance haul👏👏👏

@mquintero1278 3 жыл бұрын

I’m with Dave and Hailey, favorite snack is also chips & salsa. 😋

@LifeWithMrsB 3 жыл бұрын

can't go wrong with that! Although now I want some lol

@Sarah.E.Johnson 3 жыл бұрын

Save your money. I was unimpressed with dragonfruit- and I LOVE fruit! It has a mildly sweet neutral flavor. Seriously, a pear is more exciting. 😆

@tobythomas3413 3 жыл бұрын

My eyes literally widened when I saw the Boursin’s! Haha! SO good!!!

@carmarasmussen8118 3 жыл бұрын

Two words: clearance haul. 🥳🥳🥳

@doubleactiondiz8327 3 жыл бұрын

I love getting those green beans on clearance! I always freeze mine. They are delicious

@melindadoyle303 3 жыл бұрын

I’m from Vermont and those Vermont creamery items are delicious And my mom use to work there.....

@heatherwinter1009 3 жыл бұрын

Excited to hear about bacon 🥓!! Please report back! Also I found the yellow dragon fruit at my Costco a couple times, still expensive, but more like $7 for 2 instead of 1. It was yummy and fun to try something new. So keep an eye out.

@LifeWithMrsB 3 жыл бұрын

I love that you just go diving in your freezer and see what you can find :D my kind of cooking lol

@amandaorawiec5596 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have a video on making your own hamburger buns? I would love to see that if you do.

@amomentwithauntmindydasilv6809 3 жыл бұрын

Ditto!!

@GinaKayLandis 3 жыл бұрын

Living Traditions Homestead channel has one, called "last minute hamburger buns" - they are quick and easy. and taste like brioche buns!!

@alexabashford6718 3 жыл бұрын

I love scamorza cheese! We put it in our Italian holiday stuffing every year at Christmas and Easter.

@laurieeverhart1065 3 жыл бұрын

"Hi, Dave!" (Disappears into thin air.) 😆 Love your vids!

@coletteclarke3658 3 жыл бұрын

That was so funny. He just vanished 🤣

@NessaBixler 3 жыл бұрын

If you blanch the green beans for one minute and ice bath they last a week in the fridge and cook up super fast! Works for broccoli and other buddies too!

@LifePrepared 3 жыл бұрын

I ALWAYS wash, zest and dry the zest from all citrus. It is a free punch of flavor you can add to everything from salads to desserts.

@MC-kz9fx 3 жыл бұрын

ooh thank you for the tip about freezing Wholly Guacamole. Now I think i'll buy the little cups. I don't like to eat lots of avocado but once in awhile I definitely could go for a little guacamole... but if I can just toss the little cups in the freezer.. perfecto!

@laurenpigott885 3 жыл бұрын

Christine... I just scored 10 cent and 50 cent clearance salad and 25 cent organic baby bella mushrooms at my Kroger. I thought of you! I had never seen prices that low at the ones closest to me. woo!

@anitaashley8946 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. You did great on your leftover freezer stuff AND hauls. Good job, Christine. Can’t wait to see more!!💥

@clairetitus6904 3 жыл бұрын

It is helpful to add a date on the frozen meals so that you use the older items first.

@annasilvertongue 3 жыл бұрын

We no longer have the Woohoo! stickers where I live, just the Reduced, and I am saddened

@LifeWithMrsB 3 жыл бұрын

Where i live, one store calls them oops stickers lol

@hollycaffeinatednerdgirl940 3 жыл бұрын

Same here,my daughter and I would always high five and say woohoo when we found one of the clearance tags...its just not the same anymore.☹

@kathykb8123 3 жыл бұрын

Lol! Same here. I still call them woohoos tho. 😁

@catherinebarlow3079 3 жыл бұрын

Here uk we call them woopies and great when something in store is buy one get one free and they put it in clearance section because of the date on it still get it for buy one get one free even when drop the price to 20 pence each because used by date

@CTmealplanner6387 3 жыл бұрын

I wish that my store had clearance deals like that. Never. And I look all the time.

@lisawells8912 3 жыл бұрын

That “Everything But the Bagel” dip is amazing!! We get it all the time (on clearance of course) 😀

@kelliekinsinger3213 3 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video sometime going over all the things that you can freeze that people might not know can freeze? I love finding out new things that I never knew could go in the freezer and it saves me some money as well :) All your little freezer tips have helped me out a lot!

@michelewestover9330 3 жыл бұрын

The Boursin is good melted in a skillet and mixed with cooked pasta. You can add a touch of the pasta water to stretch the sauce if you need to!❤️

@suzannegreig3777 3 жыл бұрын

Aaah, just what I need to get through this huge paperwork pile I’m decluttering! 😃

@kristinegoodman7534 3 жыл бұрын

Hands down Kirkland 4 pack of bacon. Cooks consistently, has good flavor and tastes good crispy or floppy.

@harrisfoster2204 3 жыл бұрын

A food saver machine would be a great accessory for your family. Great video.

@nunusky3942 3 жыл бұрын

Bless you for this early video because im standing in my kitchen thinking the exact same thing.

@viviant73 3 жыл бұрын

You can buy so much at Sam’s Club. If you like their yeasty rolls, french baguettes and other bread items, you can purchase a case of the unbaked product and make them at home. Cooking directions are usually on the side of the box. I have bought a case of their yeasty rolls, I separated them into freezer bags, put them in my freezer and pulled them out when I wanted to bake and have fresh rolls.

@SodaSiren 3 жыл бұрын

I work for Shipt and I had an order last week that just 3 bags of the Trü Frü Raspberries.

@jgjg3848 3 жыл бұрын

With all those dips, you're prepared for Superbowl hors-d'œuvres for the family. Set them out for grazing all afternoon on them.

@kaylaflaherty3626 3 жыл бұрын

Did you know that you can get raw frozen crescent rolls from sams at the bakery? Warning: you won’t like the pre baked ones after you try them! They’re light and airy and buttery and AMAZING!

@kcdrapes 3 жыл бұрын

That italian cheese will be fire with a tomato salad and Italian seasoning and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar

@Mpc0919 3 жыл бұрын

Question: what cannot or shouldn’t be frozen? I know something with a high water content like lettuce cannot but got me thinking to ask when Christine said avocado mash can be be frozen.

@marieallgyer9194 3 жыл бұрын

Love your great ideas!!

@LisaRaePageRosenberg 3 жыл бұрын

Boursin is amazing. You can use it to make a pasta dish. Just add the whole package to cooked pasta and add peas or asparagus or nothing. SO good.

@melraelee 3 жыл бұрын

Christine, I just love everything about you and your channel. You are funny and kind, and clearly a loving and loved member of your family. Probably my favorite thing is your attitude that says "Just eyeball it," "You can substitute this for that", "Use about that much", and so on. I often allow perfect to be the enemy of good, and I learn from you to not do that, and to be much more lighthearted about ... well, everything. Thanks for the work you do - I think it encourages a lot of us! God bless you.

@MusingsofaCat10 3 жыл бұрын

That boursin cheese is amazing!!!

@catherinebarlow3079 3 жыл бұрын

I like it as well but l like to put some inside chicken breast dip it in egg then panko breadcrumbs put it my air fryer so nice with some salad on side and small boiled potatoes as well

@MusingsofaCat10 3 жыл бұрын

@@catherinebarlow3079 😲 that sounds soo good!

@1268mbeth 3 жыл бұрын

I was just watching frugal fit dad and hoping you would post today! 😊

@KeyanaGXOXO 3 жыл бұрын

I did not know pita could be frozen 🤯. Happy I learned that. You did great with the clearance produce. Thanks for sharing this video💗💗

@HannahMattox 3 жыл бұрын

😭😭😭 you never fail to give the most amazing hauls, especially clearance hauls! 😭😭😭 I think I love you 😭

@MyMaxKitty 3 жыл бұрын

I wish I could browse Thrive Market's options before purchasing a membership .... to make sure I even *want* to purchase a membership for us.

@peggiescraftcafe7117 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. That's why I didn't bother.

@allison839 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. I will say though - I have purchased a membership in the past and their 30 day refund policy is not a gimmick. Once I browsed, saw prices and determined that everything they offered was more expensive than I could buy locally, I sent them a message via chat and they gave me a full refund.

@peggiescraftcafe7117 3 жыл бұрын

@@allison839 Thanks for the info.

@laughingalltheway8399 3 жыл бұрын

I'd be making carnitas from that pork!!!! Re: Bacon: We *LOVE* the Sunnyvalley thick cut bacon around here. Winco sells it in 5-6 pound packages that are weighed and labeled from their meat/deli counter, but you can also find it in 1.5 and 3 lb packages. It's expensive at around $5 per pound, but it's amazing and we get about 3 meals out of a pound of bacon, so I don't mind too much. Plus the bacon grease is neutral enough to save (as opposed to like an applewood smoked bacon or a maple flavor, etc.).

@jaideysvadeba3497 3 жыл бұрын

SUPER IMPORTANT!! Borsin cheese in mashed potatoes. It’s amazing

@PandaBear62573 3 жыл бұрын

The dragonfruit chips from Thrive are so good. The applesauce I'm not a fan of, however I am really picky when it comes to applesauce and I usually just make it myself.

@rhiahlMT 3 жыл бұрын

Those crackers, ancient grains, are a lot like the Crunchmaster crackers you find at WinCo on the end cap racks up by their deli and pre-made food area. The rosemary and olive oil ones are really good. CostCo is carrying them, regular flavor now too in 24 oz boxes. Great diabetic snack, about 5 of them with some Laughing Cow cheese.

@Sterling8953 3 жыл бұрын

Just started a soup in the crockpot and grated my garlic into it. So easy and faster than trying to mince it. Thank you for the tip.

@sarahbailey4987 3 жыл бұрын

I love everything but the bagel seasoning. That spread looks delicious 🤤.

@samanthadodd8112 3 жыл бұрын

I did "the bowl of something" in the freezer. I forgot to label this morning too, so we will seewhat I get to eat for dinner. It's soup, chili, or spaghetti sauce so we will see.

@viviannichols3582 3 жыл бұрын

Is it weird that I’m low key jealous that you get to have this little surprise? I have never forgotten what I have in the freezer. I either have a photographic memory or it’s OCD-related; maybe a bit of both. 😂 I know where everything is that I own; I know every item of food that’s in my kitchen. IT’S WEIRD. And I guess it’s a blessing, but I’ll never get to have this kind of adventure. 🤣

@samanthadodd8112 3 жыл бұрын

@@viviannichols3582 Wow. I wish I had that good of a memory.

@tonideluca8569 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Christine, great haul. The Italian cheese is very good melted on bread in oven. ❤️

@pancakespandemonium 3 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite things about you channel is how relatable your cooking style is! I make so many similar meals and such so watching you like “ yeah girl!” 😂🥰

@mrswebbshouse 3 жыл бұрын

The members mark bacon is a staple in my house. We just put it on a foiled baking sheet and toss it in the oven on 375 for 20-25 minutes. Its really good.

@vaughanteamhomes 3 жыл бұрын

The blue package bacon from Costco is LIFE!!

@gemmamurray9817 3 жыл бұрын

I love chickpea snacks! In the UK Aldi sell them and they are reasonably priced. The cheese flavour is like cheap cheesy snacks - so good!

@janetg7255 3 жыл бұрын

Great way to start the day! Thanks Christine!

@sarrahmyers27 3 жыл бұрын

I love these videos!

@JenninKanata 3 жыл бұрын

I love getting the boursin cheese my kids love it. You can usually get at Costco near me for $7.99 for two of them the usual price for the single at my store is about $4.50 I love getting them when they go on sale at Costco for $5.99 for two. They are great on bagels or on English muffins or just on crackers

@lostinthemission 3 жыл бұрын

Creme fraiche is the best! Also, you’ll love the Boursin. I really enjoy it layered on a cracked with jam 😉

@loveGG3 3 жыл бұрын

I don't understand Thrive Market. You have to pay for the privilege of buying from them? But it's all really expensive stuff...? I don't get it.

@hannahkayee831 3 жыл бұрын

Alot of their products are organic or healthier, those items are cheaper at Thrive Market then the grocery store.

@athenacottam9405 3 жыл бұрын

We have a lot of health concerns and food restrictions right now and get some pantry staples. There is absolutely a large amount of snack foods but there are some great things we love there like no sugar sunbutter, coconut milk wtih no additives, coconut wraps, etc. that we can't buy locally or are more expensive.

@thebadgerette69 3 жыл бұрын

Organic if you shop at your regular grocery stores you pay more. Here it is cheaper...grocery stores can really mark these up!

@hannahkayee831 3 жыл бұрын

@@cyoohoos people can buy what they want with their money... she isn't the only person who buys snacks. I do.. I'm sure you do too.

@alison12171 3 жыл бұрын

I was just thinking about the Thrive Gives program she mentioned where they give memberships to families in need. So these families in need get the free membership so they can buy fancy expensive food? I know there are people in need who have dietary restrictions but there are more affordable ways to shop pretty much any diet. Not trying to be critical, just doesn’t make much sense to me, that’s all.

@kellylynn952 3 жыл бұрын

Clearance haul!!!! My day is complete... thank you!

@astone3871 3 жыл бұрын

Tzatziki is awesome and you can make it for less. Homemade yogurt is less than half the price of store bought add shredded cucumber, minced garlic , and dill weed and you have a simple tzatziki.

@thefrugalfarmhouselife493 3 жыл бұрын

Great meal inspiration. I feel like I usually make meal planning too hard. Thanks for all the ideas!

@AndreaRuralMN 3 жыл бұрын

Ahhh I just went to Sam's club and recently gave up on the hunt for pizza dough!! I swear I searched Sam's before giving up though. Now I see it and thanks for saying it's in the deli! I won't be back for 2 months though.....

@paigebelt9778 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoy watching you go through the meal planning process. This video was very helpful! Thanks for sharing!

@marcynetherton2171 3 жыл бұрын

The late July jalapeno lime tortilla chips taste like fancy cool ranch and they are AMAZING!

@maryannbaldez6629 3 жыл бұрын

The Boursin cheese is delicious stuffed in a mushroom topped with that sale bacon you found at Sam’s! 😉I mean cheese and 🥓...yummm! 😍

@elainemiller47 3 жыл бұрын

You should try a recipe another KZfaqr did. Put the pork loin in the crock pot, mix a box of stove top, can of cream of chicken, and am container of sour cream. Put this mixture on top of pork and cook on low for six hours. Turns out delicious