Cook Once and Eat for a Month! Breakfast, Dinner, and Dessert Freezer Meals All From Scratch

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  • Опубликовано: 22 дек 2024

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  • @vincefenton
    @vincefenton 9 месяцев назад +448

    Hello Becky, greetings from the U.K. I love your channel, I find it very comforting. My wife of 54 years passed away last month, so I’m trawling RUclips for inspiring recipes in addition to the one’s Sue used to cook. So thank you for all you do, it’s much appreciated.

    • @carolm1800
      @carolm1800 8 месяцев назад +29

      Sorry about your wife.

    • @lovinglife419
      @lovinglife419 8 месяцев назад +28

      So sorry for your loss! May Mrs. Sue rest in eternal peace & joy! ....It is beautiful how food and certain smells bring warm and comforting memories of loved ones. Hope you find strength and consolation.

    • @anitacraighead7038
      @anitacraighead7038 8 месяцев назад +10

      Sorry for your loss. I understand losing your better half as mine passed 9+ years ago. Hard to cook for one after that.

    • @susansmith8531
      @susansmith8531 7 месяцев назад +6

      @vincefenton. I am truly sorry for the passing of your wife Sue. I know the feeling because my love of cooking enhanced after the passing of my beloved Les and I have been trying everything including gardening (even though I don have green fingers😂) the lot ever since but what I miss most is him fixing things around which I never thought much about when he did them.
      Thank you sharing and great comfort from and from, Merseyside🇬🇧🙏🏼

    • @Kittyhawk1214
      @Kittyhawk1214 7 месяцев назад +3

      So sorry for your loss, she's with you in spirit 🙏

  • @Juju-bm1sh
    @Juju-bm1sh 11 месяцев назад +329

    Thought you might like this little story. I’m not a good cook, at all. I never enjoyed cooking and worked multiple jobs so when I was blessed with my son and as a single mother, I started to have to cook more for us. All the while I had 1 FT job and 2 PT. It was a touch time, 1997 through 2009 but soooo worth it. The story I really wanted to tell you is that for my birthday/Christmas or any gift holidays, I would only ask my mother for freezer dinners of the foods I grew up with. These saved us. I know that the people you, prepare and gift these wonderful meals to, GREATLY appreciate it. They are like handmade art or crafts, touching, meaningful and sooooo appreciated.

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  10 месяцев назад +34

      Oh wow thanks so much Juju for sharing this with me :)

    • @rachelsanchez3815
      @rachelsanchez3815 9 месяцев назад +1

      How do subscribe?

    • @shuegottschalk
      @shuegottschalk 7 месяцев назад +3

      Plus they don't permanently require a place in your home like lots of gifts that we receive...I love to give and receive edible gifts - my favorites: pesto, jam, cookies and caramels, enchilada casserole, and fried cheese lace (cuz I'm from Wisconsin 😜)

  • @AlexandraAndStuff
    @AlexandraAndStuff Год назад +2007

    Hello Becky. I bet when you started this channel you didn't even think that you would inspire some random girl across the ocean to make ginger pucks for the freezer, but you did. Internet is amazing and your cooking videos are my favorite, thank you for all the inspiration!

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  Год назад +249

      Wow that is amazing! Thanks so much for sharing that with me and for watching my videos!

    • @SilhouetteFairy
      @SilhouetteFairy Год назад +123

      @@AcreHomestead Same here, watching from France and adoring your vidéos. Thanks for using a mic!

    • @VickiTraud
      @VickiTraud Год назад +112

      Loving your videos, and your great ideas for early prepping of meals. I’m 70 years young, do you never too old to learn new things!

    • @Mama-tea
      @Mama-tea Год назад +89

      Same! I’m from Scotland and recently made garlic pucks 😂❤

    • @lornamay2307
      @lornamay2307 Год назад +36

      What are ginger pucks? 🤔

  • @danalejune1471
    @danalejune1471 11 месяцев назад +231

    I don’t know how to cook. My husband did all the cooking and he just passed away. So, i just found you and hoping I can learn from you. Thank you.

    • @cheryllovestoread
      @cheryllovestoread 10 месяцев назад +7

      💞

    • @PethtelLady
      @PethtelLady 10 месяцев назад +23

      I just felt compelled to tell you how sorry I am that you lost your husband & that you’ll be in my prayers. You’ve found a great community here on RUclips. Becky’s channel is a great place for learning & for friendship. ❤

    • @megannorris9872
      @megannorris9872 9 месяцев назад +8

      I'm sorry for your loss

    • @CorilynSchmidt
      @CorilynSchmidt 9 месяцев назад +5

      I am so very sorry for your loss. I do hope you are learning to adjust on your new journey without your loved one❤

    • @SA-yd1xk
      @SA-yd1xk 9 месяцев назад +4

      So sorry for your loss.

  • @CrimsonBane
    @CrimsonBane Год назад +187

    Am I the only one who loves that you filmed and showed us you cleaning up the dishwasher and stuff? The realities of cooking are so much better than pristine magical everything is done videos...

    • @lindaeubanks-mccormick2090
      @lindaeubanks-mccormick2090 9 месяцев назад +3

      I totally agree with you. I enjoyed that part as well as the tutorial. She is great isn't😊 she

    • @THEHORSELOVER235
      @THEHORSELOVER235 7 месяцев назад

      Everyone knows there will be dirty dishes. So why include it?

    • @dsm91head
      @dsm91head 4 месяца назад +3

      I love that she doesn't edit out the reality of prep, mistakes and clean up! It's comforting and encouraging to me. I'm addicted to her videos now. She's real :}

  • @vickyskye8492
    @vickyskye8492 Год назад +650

    Your recipes of course are fantastic but honestly the most impressive thing is how much you care about your sister in law

    • @mariekazazian8019
      @mariekazazian8019 Год назад +9

      So agree!!!!!

    • @jerriefreem285
      @jerriefreem285 Год назад +8

      Yes agreed . Very kind n caring

    • @TheJaniceJoy
      @TheJaniceJoy Год назад +10

      I thought the same thing. Becky is a gem. 💎

    • @mariekrasch503
      @mariekrasch503 11 месяцев назад +5

      @vickyskye8492 Amen to that! What a great "Sister In Love".😊

    • @kayesuttles1380
      @kayesuttles1380 11 месяцев назад +4

      Becky,we all forget things, you r human. I enjoy watching you. By the way I love your dog. She checkes on you every 5 minutes, so sweet. Thanks for helping your viewers. Kaye Suttles in NC

  • @marylambert3368
    @marylambert3368 Год назад +455

    Becky, 2023 is my second year garden. I am 70 and stared my garden after watching you. I started with a few pots the first year.
    I Grew my confidence and a garden doing this with you. This year I grew 6 raised bed and canned food for the pantry.
    Thank you 🙏💚🐾

  • @traceyray6498
    @traceyray6498 Год назад +453

    Hey Becky, I’m baking your pumpkin chocolate chip cookies right now. This is a huge step for me. I’ve been traumatized with lots of family loss( son, mom, dad, sister) and cooking is a trigger for me, but I want to get better. So the dough is chilling. I followed every step carefully. You are my virtual friend that encouraged me. Thank you. Sending love to you and your family. ❤

    • @traceyray6498
      @traceyray6498 Год назад +31

      Oh and I made 1/3 bags of pumpkin for the freezer for future cookies 🎉

    • @2L82Sk8Bye
      @2L82Sk8Bye Год назад +51

      So sorry for your losses. Sending you a hug and a prayer for comfort and healing.

    • @traceyray6498
      @traceyray6498 Год назад

      @@2L82Sk8Bye thanks so much.

    • @peggymoss3185
      @peggymoss3185 Год назад +25

      Sorry for your lost. Stay strong.

    • @ericaclark7250
      @ericaclark7250 Год назад +27

      So sorry for your loss. I know it isn't adequate for what you are going through. Will keep you in my prayers

  • @ladyoftheflowers44
    @ladyoftheflowers44 11 месяцев назад +29

    What an amazing gesture of love for your sister in law
    I would just about cry with gratitude if someone brought me food like this ❤

    • @Lady.Fern.
      @Lady.Fern. 7 месяцев назад +3

      I don’t know why it never crossed my mind, maybe because I’ve never seen people do it before, but all the comments show me I (we) need to start doing this for loved ones. I think I’ll start with my grandparents myself. ❤

  • @sheilarose2088
    @sheilarose2088 11 месяцев назад +114

    This is the first time I came across your video. I rarely watch entire cooking videos, but you had me captivated from start to finish. I love how you dont drag it out with nonsense commentary. You cook quickly, efficiently & are informative & just pleasingly warm to listen to. Thank you. I'm a new fan & subscribed. I look forward to watching your other videos. Thank you!

    • @debiespice2012
      @debiespice2012 9 месяцев назад +1

      Same here ❤

    • @viva_violet
      @viva_violet 5 месяцев назад

      That's so weird your comment is exactly how i feel today watching her for the first time

  • @carolsmith2603
    @carolsmith2603 Год назад +156

    My grandkids aren't fond of veggies, so I make them pink pancakes with pureed beets; green pancakes with pureed spinach and orange pancakes with pureed carrots or pumpkin. They love them and they get a bit of goodness too.

    • @theresanormand8358
      @theresanormand8358 10 месяцев назад +6

      I'm new to this channel. That sounds so different, nutritious, fun & cool. Are these all mentioned on her channel? 😊

    • @unknownunknown2576
      @unknownunknown2576 6 месяцев назад +2

      🤢🤢

    • @essaly7969
      @essaly7969 6 месяцев назад +3

      spinach pancakes are really common in finland

    • @beewest5704
      @beewest5704 4 месяца назад +3

      Butternut & squash can also be used in pancakes.

  • @chefgoldielocs
    @chefgoldielocs Год назад +248

    A lil pro tip; when I'm making meatballs or meatloaf, I always pinch off a little bit of the raw meat mixture and fry it up to make sure the seasoning and texture is on point.❤

  • @villagesteader3552
    @villagesteader3552 Год назад +225

    I’m 67 years old and have never made freezer meals and you have inspired me to try some. It just goes to show you can teach an old dog new tricks…you just need to be a good teacher!
    ♥️👍🤓

    • @jillwhitted4562
      @jillwhitted4562 Год назад +12

      Same here and I’m 74!

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  Год назад +18

      That is awesome! Thanks for watching!

    • @stormydazeASMR
      @stormydazeASMR Год назад +4

      my neither, tho I am not as experienced in life as you! I am 37 and just got married, but this is going to be so helpful in getting/keeping my freezer stocked!

    • @annlind2349
      @annlind2349 Год назад

      76 and it's never to late learn new tricks. TFS Becky

    • @roxannerobertson7900
      @roxannerobertson7900 Год назад

      I love it, she's good lol

  • @abbycross90210
    @abbycross90210 11 месяцев назад +12

    I love that each of these recipes can be made gluten-free. My daughter was diagnosed with Celiac last year and it's been a tough adjustment for our family, but we've been getting used to it. I'm also getting better with cooking from scratch as a result, so videos like these are a god-send.

  • @chulb
    @chulb 9 месяцев назад +10

    Watching you cook all those meals to freeze was so inspirational. And your sister-in-law is very blessed to have you in her life.

  • @chrisdickson1813
    @chrisdickson1813 Год назад +215

    The reason a recipe calls for chilling the dough (in case you do not know) is so that a) flour can hydrate and b) butter can harden. This will give you a thicker cookie and reduce the amount of spread giving you the intended texture of the recipe.

    • @WinryLive
      @WinryLive Год назад +5

      ^^ I came to say exactly this!

    • @Booksnsourdough
      @Booksnsourdough Год назад +6

      Also to stop fermentation aswell and dough from rising any longer. You can rise a dough then don't want to bake it that night.. you can chuck in fridge and it'll stay the same size so that way it can continue to rise in the oven. I'm suprised she doesn't know this

    • @okaycola2
      @okaycola2 Год назад

      Yep

    • @julianielsen1885
      @julianielsen1885 Год назад +1

      I am definitely going to try many if not all. I love freezer meals because I’m single so I can make something that serves 6 or 8 and I can make that and freeze the others.

    • @JeffO-
      @JeffO- 5 месяцев назад

      And it doesn't magically make the flavor better like many people say.

  • @ruthcowan9793
    @ruthcowan9793 Год назад +48

    I just want to say that your sister in law is a very lucky lady. Those recipes look amazing!!!

  • @dawnmcfarlane4561
    @dawnmcfarlane4561 Год назад +153

    Just want to say as a mom of 3 all the way from South Africa thank you for all your inspiration in the kitchen. Honestly such a joy to watch

  • @LoisLaMañe
    @LoisLaMañe Год назад +81

    My mother died when I was 16, I never really had a motherly figure to show me basic women knowledge, thank you for your content, I've gotten some of the ingredients to make some of the recipes! Excited to see results!

    • @missoula5412
      @missoula5412 10 месяцев назад +6

      Bless your heart ❤️

    • @donnawestbrook8992
      @donnawestbrook8992 10 месяцев назад +8

      So sorry for your loss. It seems like there are so many people who wish they had a mom or auntie figure. Glad this helps some.

    • @kathygaeddert5894
      @kathygaeddert5894 5 месяцев назад

      If you can read and follow instructions you can cook. After some experience you will develop a sense of what will go well together.

  • @ellaella2346
    @ellaella2346 Год назад +71

    12:45 "Whatever you find in the freezer aisle you can try to make at home" That is genius!! I'm trying to reduce single use plastic packaging and frozen things are hard, but yeah, with foresight you can easily freeze almost everything they freeze. Tomorrow shall be a prep day!

  • @voniboyanton3117
    @voniboyanton3117 Год назад +263

    Just a quick tip: if you bake your meatballs on a cooling rack on the cookie sheet, that allows the grease to drip down. And they brown nicely! Can't wait to try these new recipes! ❤

    • @cindymccloud3161
      @cindymccloud3161 Год назад +9

      That is how I always do meatballs.

    • @sylviasmith5443
      @sylviasmith5443 Год назад +13

      And bacon 🥓

    • @mollyhennessey6017
      @mollyhennessey6017 Год назад +8

      Genius hack! Thank you!

    • @elliefoust
      @elliefoust Год назад +3

      @@sylviasmith5443came to say bacon!

    • @juststunned4210
      @juststunned4210 Год назад +19

      Another quick tip is tomato and aluminum don't like each other. If you put aluminum foil over a tomato dish the foil ends up with holes where it touched tomato. Aluminum reacts with highly acidic foods, and can impart a metallic flavor.

  • @maryjanegibson7743
    @maryjanegibson7743 Год назад +105

    I admire your dedication to feeding your family well with nourishing food. You have a lucky family, Becky. And your sister-in-law will be so grateful to have these time-saving meals on hand once her baby arrives.

  • @MoGas71
    @MoGas71 11 месяцев назад +40

    I LOVE how you scrape out the ingredients and waste nothing! ❤ I'm a fan and will be watching your channel now.

  • @paulineyoung4260
    @paulineyoung4260 Год назад +34

    This should be shown in schools. How to cook in batch & use for the freezer. Such an interesting blog. All people could learn from this young lady her inspiration to help others. Thank you Becky.👍

    • @Jenn_OfAllTrades
      @Jenn_OfAllTrades 10 месяцев назад

      If they did, capitalism wouldn’t thrive the way it does. I hate capitalism by the way. It’s not natural or humane

  • @Panchirisus
    @Panchirisus 9 месяцев назад +8

    Thank you for making these kinds of videos. Watching beautiful, kind people cooking helps me deal with my eating disorder. I grew up in a house with even violent people and mealtime for me was not nice, but with this video I was able to finish my entire plate of food. Thank you

  • @Liamtyler43
    @Liamtyler43 Год назад +91

    Hey Becky, you probably know this already but you never know till you tell someone. I keep the rindes from my harder cheeses and use them when I make a cheese sauce. I pop them into the warm milk and leave them to "steep" it gives an extra cheesey flavour to your sauce 😁 hope this is helpful to anyone

    • @firequeen2194
      @firequeen2194 Год назад +2

      Great idea! Thanks for sharing 🥰

    • @ljm88davis
      @ljm88davis Год назад +7

      You can also put it in soups for extra flavor ❤

    • @maylin1986
      @maylin1986 Год назад

      I know, silly question. Are you placing the cheese rind into the milk as you start to steep the milk on a stovetop?
      When you say cheese rind, is it a chunk of cheese you can't widdle down when shredding cheese? 😅
      I can see this sauce working with your own natural version of say maybe a cheesy broccoli soup. A smidgen of startch (?) to thicken the soup possibly? Any help is appreciated. ✨️👍

    • @NancyHowlett
      @NancyHowlett Год назад +2

      Also put them in soups and your spaghetti sauce 👍🏻

  • @bonnier9630
    @bonnier9630 11 месяцев назад +28

    I just came across your videos this morning (this is the first one I watched)...I was trying to meal plan, but don't like how some of the other videos only show you what they bought and tell you what they will make without showing it. I love the way you do things. I found myself thinking at first, that I may not identify with how you cook or prep because a lot of the stuff you use is/was made from scratch by you....but, I continued watching. You are so easy-going and your attitude is so awesome! I found myself liking some of your recipes and printing them out. I think the main thing is that you are very REAL. You are not perfect and you make mistakes, but I love that you don't edit that out. I CAN identify with you! I have subscribed. Thank you for being you and giving me so many ideas.

  • @Caterina...3
    @Caterina...3 Год назад +15

    That gruyer cheese in the mac and cheese is wicked!
    I used a smoked gruyer because I was short on cheese....IT'S ON ANOTHER LEVEL!!!!!!!

  • @copacopa1013
    @copacopa1013 11 месяцев назад +12

    I want your yard and your garden!!😃😃😃 beautiful pumpkins!

  • @easein
    @easein Год назад +13

    That is some nuclear powered cooking. Just found your channel and you are inspiring this semi-cooking bachelor to get some meals stored rather than spend twice as much on take-outs on the run. You are impressive. Thanks for the encouragement!

  • @solsticesummer982
    @solsticesummer982 Год назад +62

    That BIG smile on your face as you pulled the second pan of meatballs out of the oven, so busy, all for your sister in law. You’re incredible! ☺️

  • @jessbedsole8622
    @jessbedsole8622 Год назад +103

    I love when you mention postpartum and remind your audience you're a mom!!! I understand keeping your baby's privacy but it is nice (and relatable!!) every time you mention your baby

    • @sharongiles6326
      @sharongiles6326 Год назад +9

      Yes I agree I wish she would mention her little guy every once in awhile

  • @SunRay45
    @SunRay45 Год назад +50

    Your love and consideration for your sister in law is absolutely beautiful ❤

  • @whitneyriddle1088
    @whitneyriddle1088 Год назад +10

    Wow I wish I had a sister like you! I’m an only child who’s now 35 with a 4 yr old, 2 yr old & one on the way.
    Having someone else take care of meals is the BIGGEST help postpartum. You never know how it’s going to go & with other kids to care for, you can’t get too sucked into your own recovery. You’re awesome! 🎉

  • @ddunnguard7746
    @ddunnguard7746 9 месяцев назад +2

    My sister-in-law was an excellent cook. A home economics degree in the early sixties, she became a demonstration cook for Lone Star Natural Gas. I loved her like a sister. I’ve watched this video from beginning to end thinking, once again a woman has been blessed with a wonderful sister in law. Your recipes are wonderful in that, as you say, you control the ingredients. Bravo!

  • @helenjaime9718
    @helenjaime9718 Год назад +8

    Hey there Little Girl, I just ran into your site by accident. I don't have a crew to cook for but I so enjoyed watching you and that you are so thoughtful of your Sister in law just endeared me to you. I am 71 yrs old and I hardly know anyone who cooks except for me and you added some things I never thought of. Thank you for your pleasant personality and big heart. Your family is so very fortunate.

  • @heathersliter8953
    @heathersliter8953 Год назад +91

    Hi Becky! You have made a huge positive impact in my life and I’m so thankful that I found your channel in your early days in 2020. I’m going through a huge financial hardship, but thanks to all you do on your channel, I’ve learned from you the skills for building an at home grocery store. Canning, freezing meals and prepping food for creating quick meals, and bulk food buying. Because of this, I don’t have to worry about food during this difficult time. I’m even thinking about starting my own RUclips channel around similar content in the near future. I know you don’t know me, but I really feel like you are a friend in my life. Thank you for all you do.

    • @babybrahmamomma3999
      @babybrahmamomma3999 Год назад +8

      I agree! You can do it girl! I would subscribe

    • @AFineLineA
      @AFineLineA Год назад +3

      ​@phantagirlableTotally agreed!!!

    • @AFineLineA
      @AFineLineA Год назад +2

      Best of luck to you and when the times get going we learn just how resilient we really are or can be! Glad you learned survival tactic's and now want to help other's!!! A good thing! God Bless and Happy New Year!

    • @charlibravo371
      @charlibravo371 11 месяцев назад

      Dont bother. We don't need more clutter on RUclips.

    • @Kaelyynaful
      @Kaelyynaful 10 месяцев назад +3

      ​@charlibravo371 no one is twisting your arm to watch or subscribe to anything. I respect your right to have your own opinion but sharing unkind opinions doesn't help anyone.
      Have a good day and much success in your life.

  • @suzannebaxter2888
    @suzannebaxter2888 Год назад +17

    I love this channel so hi from England and I live in a remote village which has one small shop/post office but I'm surrounded by farms and farm land. What I love most about you is you're not fake you don't hide mistakes. Your obvious joy and love of what you are doing. We don't do canning here or very little. But I do make my own jams marmalades chutneys and pickles. I also make confectionary which I sell.

  • @kimberlywilliams9889
    @kimberlywilliams9889 Год назад +13

    I bow to the queen of prepping! This was so enjoyable to watch. Can’t wait to see more 😊

  • @kelsofox369
    @kelsofox369 6 месяцев назад +2

    The algorithm lead me here, and I’m so happy it did. I’ve been really depressed and unmotivated, just wanting to stay in bed all day and drinking far too much.
    I think getting back into more cooking might help me get out of this funk I’m in. Because I do enjoy cooking.
    I think you are such a gem of a person. How much you care for your sister in law says so much about you as a person. Bless your heart.
    And thank you for being an inspiration and a light in peoples dark.

  • @marciamuldoon4738
    @marciamuldoon4738 Год назад +8

    I just found you on RUclips! I raised 3 active children while teaching fulltime. Now that I'm retired, I love to gift my 1:12:42 grown chidren (who now have families) with cooked meals. Your recipes will be a God-send! Thank you!

  • @kirsten8693
    @kirsten8693 Год назад +75

    This is the first video of yours I've watched and I just want to let you know I'm so proud of you in the beautiful worthwhile work you're doing for your family. I have 5 daughters and 1 son and knowing other young people are embarking on homesteading life and showing such candor and life in the kitchen is perfection. Kudos to you hun, and I'm cheering for you!

  • @lcolmam828
    @lcolmam828 Год назад +7

    Holly Cow. I loved this video. I'm so glad I stumbled across it. I'm the type of person who barley cooks because I feel like it takes me too much time when I get home from work around 6:30/6:45pm. This video gives me hope. I'm going to try to start doing this, and hopefully, I can have meals every day for my family instead of always buying outside food. Thank you so much. You now have gained a extra follower.

  • @mahsaml5684
    @mahsaml5684 8 месяцев назад +4

    I can't believe I just watched an hour long cooking video. I hate cooking and I know nothing about it. I learned a lot and actually got inspired.Thank you❤

  • @AmandaJYoungs
    @AmandaJYoungs Год назад +12

    Every time I see this videos of yours, I am so impressed with how you handle this, how organised you are and what a talented cook. And today I am even more impressed with your kindness towards your sister-in-law. What an impressive human being you are! 🙂

  • @iartistdotme
    @iartistdotme Год назад +24

    Every time I look out your kitchen window I'm surprised at how beautiful the scene is. What a HUGE blessing for you as it just has to make your time in the kitchen more pleasurable. The scene never disappoints.

    • @lillypatience
      @lillypatience Год назад +2

      I agree. My kitchen window looks to the neighbor’s dining room.

    • @Lisa_B.-1989
      @Lisa_B.-1989 Год назад

      Lol! I look right into a blank church wall😂

    • @beccagee5905
      @beccagee5905 Год назад

      I look into the woods.

  • @thegraymarlin
    @thegraymarlin Год назад +43

    Unpopular opinion… I love when garden season slows down and we get tons of cooking videos! I enjoy the garden videos, don’t get me wrong, but Becky’s cooking videos are my love language 😊 Thanks for always sharing amazing, easy, delicious recipes Becky! ❤

  • @debbieorazi2518
    @debbieorazi2518 Год назад +66

    Hi Becky, it is so sweet of you to make these meals for your sister-in-law's family. I am sure she will appreciate them. Looking forward to making some freezer meals for myself from these recioes. Thank you

    • @heavencantwait1218
      @heavencantwait1218 Год назад +1

      Your such a great sister inlaw , I’m so jelly … 😂

    • @smallspaceswithGloria
      @smallspaceswithGloria Год назад +3

      You will probably get people wanting to pay you to do freezer meals for them, that’s how good you are ❤

    • @pejisan
      @pejisan Год назад +1

      I’m jelly too!!

  • @stephaniehernandez_90
    @stephaniehernandez_90 11 месяцев назад +2

    So thoughtful of you for making your sister n laws life more easy! We need more sister n laws like you! 😍

  • @the5brownies
    @the5brownies 9 месяцев назад +2

    2:04 - The sweetest doggo looks up at us! I love the idea of cooking at just one sitting.

  • @Avenuegirl73
    @Avenuegirl73 Год назад +21

    I just love that you are an imperfect cook. You spill, splatter and forget an ingredient! THANK YOU! It's nice to know someone else out here does this. Would you please do a video/s on how you meal plan your big cooking day.

  • @gibbsacre2984
    @gibbsacre2984 Год назад +10

    If you put a lid on the pot you are boiling water in, it will boil much faster! Love your videos. You are my favorite you tuber!

  • @ishalocke1123
    @ishalocke1123 Год назад +9

    LOVE that pro-tip about using freeze-dried zucchini to supplement the breadcrumbs!

  • @missatomicbomb9387
    @missatomicbomb9387 10 месяцев назад +2

    Bless you for doing that for your SIL. I'm 38 weeks now and looking for ideas to make my life a little easier soon!

  • @dannettepagel342
    @dannettepagel342 Год назад +22

    Hi Becky! I don't know if you know this, but next time you make baked mac and cheese, try putting in just a pinch of nutmeg. It totally sets the umami.🥰

    • @amberdawn7011
      @amberdawn7011 10 месяцев назад +1

      Yesss! I do this with my baked Mac AND my broccoli cheddar 🤤

  • @chellyd.7977
    @chellyd.7977 Год назад +13

    Hi Becky! I was wondering if you could show us how much you're saving by having your own garden in comparison to if you bought grocery store food and how much you spend maintaining your garden.
    I think it's be a really cool insight to see!

    • @mrmrsaofbarredowlcabin405
      @mrmrsaofbarredowlcabin405 Год назад +1

      Three Rivers Homestead does an analysis like this. I think you have to be super committed to gathering the data points to really do this. Most gardeners don’t save money. The rewards are huge but saving money when you factor in paying for land, water, and your time is hard to calculate.

  • @rachalnocchi5600
    @rachalnocchi5600 Год назад +72

    Growing up we called that size of pancakes "silver dollar" pancakes! These are wonderful for toddles and young kids, and fun for grown-up's too! Loved all your batch cooking recipes thank you for posting all this! Also just a tip for those who have allergies to peanut butter, my husband does, so with peanut sauces we just sub with almond butter and the results are still very yummy! ;)

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  Год назад +26

      We do too I just couldn't for the life of me think of that when I was making them lol

    • @rachalnocchi5600
      @rachalnocchi5600 Год назад +3

      lol, I get it...mom/grandma brain is a real thing!
      @@AcreHomestead

    • @amyrivers4093
      @amyrivers4093 Год назад +2

      We call them pikelets here in New Zealand. The mixture is a lot thinner so it can either be spooned in or poured. ❤😊

    • @rachalnocchi5600
      @rachalnocchi5600 Год назад +1

      @@amyrivers4093 Oh that is a cute name! Love it!

    • @amyrivers4093
      @amyrivers4093 Год назад +1

      @rachalnocchi5600 I went to America with my family when I was 13 and I've been to England as my sister moved their when I was 20 and she was 22 (I'm now 45) and I was always fascinated to hear the different names for the same item. 😊

  • @lewisschalerscott8900
    @lewisschalerscott8900 Год назад +10

    Hi, I just wanted to say how cool and great person you are for cooking for your sister-in-law postpartum. I wish someone did that for me when I was pregnant with my son. Bravo! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @SippinnC
    @SippinnC 8 месяцев назад +2

    Watching videos like these make me feel so comforted and happy because my mom didn’t teach me how to cook and I aspire to be this good at cooking

  • @joannerandolph2198
    @joannerandolph2198 11 месяцев назад +4

    Becky you are so generous and thoughtful! I love your energy and enthusiasm and the fact that you have an International following!❤

  • @wlboykin
    @wlboykin Год назад +38

    I subscribed to you a couple of months ago. I started with your current videos- now I’m going back and watching them all!!! I’m 51 years old and you have inspired me to do more prep and freeze it! I love having my onions or peppers ready!! Meal planning!!! Thank you friend 💝

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  Год назад +6

      Aw thanks so much!

    • @Katheverett
      @Katheverett Год назад +2

      I had so much fun bingeing on Becky when I first found her!

    • @jbell2910
      @jbell2910 8 месяцев назад

      I love Becky's videos and I re-watch them to.

  • @charmainemrtnz
    @charmainemrtnz Год назад +14

    Becky you are truly an inspiration to young and old. I will be 64 in Dec and use many of your tips and tricks for cooking and gardening. My husband is overjoyed! Thanks again!

  • @Gdji5fv
    @Gdji5fv Год назад +7

    Thank you this sounds like what I was looking for my daughter. She works and hardly want to cook. She's also tired of eating out.

  • @bealong8718
    @bealong8718 7 месяцев назад +3

    I love how the doggo is providing assistance by monitoring your cooking efforts ❤

  • @MatuszDawn
    @MatuszDawn 11 месяцев назад +2

    This video inspired me to clean my kitchen! It may seem strange. But it's been a struggle for the last couple years. Thank you!

  • @cowsal77
    @cowsal77 Год назад +53

    I flat freeze individual items like berries, chicken strips and meatballs on cookie sheets then dump them into freezer bags after they are frozen. They seem to stick less and are easy to pull out a handful. Don't know if you'll see this tip but love your videos. God bless you!

    • @diannamarie464
      @diannamarie464 Год назад +7

      I do that now with precooked meat, pre-chopped onions, bell peppers and other veggies. I also pre-shredd cheese and freeze on a cookie sheet before putting in storage containers. I learned a lot from Becky. 😊

    • @Caterina...3
      @Caterina...3 Год назад +2

      GREAT IDEA!!!!
      Thank you. 😊

    • @jennibean71
      @jennibean71 Год назад +3

      They also tend to get less freezer burn that way.

    • @DanielleGarcia-qi2si
      @DanielleGarcia-qi2si 11 месяцев назад +1

      It might sound stupid but can u please explain flat freeze to me

    • @cosmicalchemist8219
      @cosmicalchemist8219 11 месяцев назад +2

      @@DanielleGarcia-qi2sithey mean freeze flat on a cookie sheet, then transfer to freezer bag.

  • @kathleenclark5877
    @kathleenclark5877 Год назад +14

    I am always inspired by Becky’s indefatigable energy and motivation to supply her family with great meals. However, her little kitchen gizmos that she uses are things I adore. I adore kitchen gear even if I don’t always use them but they appeal to me. The freezer bag holders are inspired. My favourite gizmo is a French bean slicer. I have had it for at least 30 years and have never used it but I am happy to know that if I ever need one, there it is. It doesn’t take up much space. These things are so inventive and there seem to be more and more on the market all of the time. Becky is the best!

  • @MandaPandaBailey
    @MandaPandaBailey Год назад +68

    Happy Sunday, Becky! I've been loving your week of dinners series, but I was wondering when we would get another big cooking day! Feels like OG Acre Homestead. Lol

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  Год назад +14

      I hope you enjoyed it!

    • @janh519
      @janh519 Год назад +3

      I certainly enjoyed this, Becky! You are certainly organized! And I know everything you make turns out to be delicious! 💖

  • @mariareyna1511
    @mariareyna1511 10 месяцев назад +2

    I ❤ all your ideas, I was a professional cook all my life and I like Shortcuts and saving time. Thank you for showing us all your talents Maria from Texas.

  • @jdf9278
    @jdf9278 8 месяцев назад +1

    I watch your videos with interest. I was a great cook but gave it up because I now live on my own. You have re-enthused me with your prepd freezer meals which I can make at my own pace and always have on hand when my grandkids come over.
    I am also a gardener and do some canning with my daughter and her hubby. Keep the recipes and prep ideas coming, I really enjoy them.
    Thanks

  • @reginamorgan9600
    @reginamorgan9600 Год назад +38

    My daughter mashes up a banana, adds vanilla and cinnamon to her pancakes and they are delicious.

    • @lizhernandez1263
      @lizhernandez1263 Год назад +2

      I Love cinnamon in my pancake batter! And I always top it with some peanut butter and syrup. Yum!

    • @sthalon1
      @sthalon1 5 месяцев назад

      My kids, definitely love bananas in their pancakes and cinnamon is always a must. Fresh blueberries are also nice.

  • @Aimtomisbehave1
    @Aimtomisbehave1 Год назад +44

    I will be using these recipes. They look so good! Also, I absolutely love how Becky starts shredding cheese and suddenly the dogs appears under foot and starts to circle like little sharks. ;) Never fails.

  • @dorothymack6497
    @dorothymack6497 Год назад +23

    I can't tell you how much I enjoy your freezer meal videos! Even though I live alone, I still use many of your recipes and ideas - I just package them in smaller amounts for one dinner plus small leftovers! Thank you Becky, for the inspiration and all the hours of fun viewing. 💝

  • @pcoop830
    @pcoop830 3 месяца назад

    Becky, I’ve been watching you since you only had 2 videos on your channel. I’m so proud of your dedication. It’s been a pleasure to watch your family grow and you turn your new home into your dream home. Your beauty, intelligence and calming nature are very enjoyable to watch. Thank you for the years of inspiration. ❤

  • @xXXyenyengXXx
    @xXXyenyengXXx 11 месяцев назад +2

    I came across this video randomly and now I'm obsessed with this channel. It's so amazing to see what you do and I can't wait to learn from you and try it as well.

  • @kittykills5854
    @kittykills5854 Год назад +31

    You can also use a baking sheet too make mini pancakes. Just spray, put desired thickness (¼ d this batter y poofs) of batter spread evenly. Cook until desired brownness. Take cookie cutter( mine is a old tuna can) you'll sacrifice the corners but have same size rounds for stacking and freezing. Just a thought for you. ❤

  • @suebailey6893
    @suebailey6893 Год назад +36

    Hi Becky is so fun watching you cook your so excited when things taste good, also I love watching the dogs circle your island looking for scraps to fall. Have a wonderful day.😁

  • @racmonbrown
    @racmonbrown Год назад +30

    Thanks Becky. I have watched so many of your videos over the last month or so and you’ve inspired me to cook again. I’m 49 with grown up kids with two boys still at home and I had completely lost my passion. Watching your zeal for food has given me inspiration to buy new kitchen ware, including an instant pot. Also, I’ve been making lists of your recipes. I’m from Melbourne Australia so seasonally it’s different. Anyway just wanted to let you know how cool your channel is

  • @JenMarco
    @JenMarco 5 месяцев назад +3

    Life would be perfect if everyone had someone like you in their life.

  • @catherineludlum4955
    @catherineludlum4955 9 месяцев назад +1

    You are so encouraging! Ty. I love your garden stuff, and how you have onions and peppers already cut in freezer
    And awesome that you are blessing your sister in law.
    Also love your aussie!

  • @nancyfong3535
    @nancyfong3535 Год назад +29

    Greetings from the cold PNW! I appreciate your recipe suggestions and recently tried and loved that crockpot pork chop meal. You are incredible. Not only are you making 11 dishes today, but you are making them also for you sis in law. What energy!!! What a kind soul too!

  • @trishcrr
    @trishcrr Год назад +10

    Girl, I don't know how you do everything you do! You inspire and rock my world!!❤

  • @jadedone4237
    @jadedone4237 Год назад +11

    Hi Becky! I absolutely love your channel. Philly girl here too...thinly sliced ribeye is a really good cut of meat for your Philly. Freeze it, then almost julienne the frozen meat (so much easier to slice). If you can't get it at a Costco, if you have an Asian supermarket, there's a good chance you'll find it there. Sidenote, that mac and cheese looked delish!

  • @storkdeliverysstorkdeliver2846
    @storkdeliverysstorkdeliver2846 5 месяцев назад +1

    You really are the best sister in law in the world ! I hope she appreciates you and all your hard work ! ❤️

  • @aleciasanders3316
    @aleciasanders3316 9 месяцев назад +1

    Would love to see your island drawers and how you have it set up, I keep seeing you pull open a drawer or cabinet for your flour and sugar etc. Thanks. First time watching you. You make things look so easy!

  • @Wildflorajewelry
    @Wildflorajewelry Год назад +27

    Yessss I love a whole hour of Becky!! I’m 39 weeks and trying to get a few meals prepped and this came at the perfect time!! I’m going to watch and cook with you 💗

  • @uhlyssuhx
    @uhlyssuhx Год назад +27

    I love all your videos, but the freezer prep ones are probably my favorite 🤗 thank you for sharing with us, becky!

    • @bethlewis9981
      @bethlewis9981 Год назад +2

      I agree. I watch and enjoy them all but when I see a freezer meal one, I am really excited.

  • @janedoooo
    @janedoooo Год назад +15

    She's so cute she said she was gonna have macaroni and cheese with meatballs for dinner and then they were going to Philly cheesesteak for dinner. Maybe it was two different nights filming night and voiceover night. ❤ Job well done, Becky like usual

  • @angela1857
    @angela1857 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you! I needed the encouragement! I’ve had chickens going on four years now, and was beginning to grow weary of it. You have given me a renewed, love for my chickens. Thank you again!

  • @DIYmizzy
    @DIYmizzy 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hi Becky! This is the first time I’ve seen your videos. But I wanna tell you that I feel inspired by your cooking. I’m a first time mom struggling to balance cooking, housekeeping and caring for my 1 year old. I’ve been thinking of doing freezer food. But it just feels overwhelming for me. I don’t know how and where to start. I wish I have sister-in- law like you.

  • @ruthortiz7670
    @ruthortiz7670 Год назад +27

    Hi Becky, I recently came across your channel and the amount of motivation I feel to make homemade food is incredible. Also watching your videos has helped tech me how to manage my home when I am overwhelmed by the mess. Thank you!!!

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  Год назад +4

      Aw that is amazing! Thanks so very much for watching!

  • @camillewinnie27
    @camillewinnie27 Год назад +28

    Hi Becky, Freezer meal videos are one of my favorites. Excited for a new one today! I have learned so many good ideas for prepping things to have ready to go in the fridge or freezer from your videos. Thanks for sharing your life with us. ❤

  • @sighthound5449
    @sighthound5449 Год назад +60

    Little tip for cookies that should be chilled before baking. Put the flour in the freezer before you start in the kitchen. As it is usually the final ingredient to be added to the recipe it will firm up the dough a little and ‘pre chill’ it.

    • @camicri4263
      @camicri4263 Год назад +1

      Awesome thanks!

    • @pax9864
      @pax9864 Год назад +3

      In a million years I wouldn't have thought of that! Every detail counts and helps. Thank you!

    • @chal3t
      @chal3t 11 месяцев назад +3

      This is what I do. Since it takes my oven a bit to preheat, I use that time to chill it in the freezer. Plus I wash and clean up during this time and then prep cookie sheets and prep to roll out dough if needed. Usually this gives it enough time to chill. I also put it in the freezer in between baking.

  • @Therealybba
    @Therealybba 10 месяцев назад +1

    Girl thank you. Wife&Mom of 2 here and this just saved my life 😂😂😂 some days I just don’t have the energy to make a full course meal for my family so this meal prep for the month is gonna be so helpful

  • @AngieBlankenship-yo3ig
    @AngieBlankenship-yo3ig 11 месяцев назад +1

    You're very kind to do this extra cooking to help your sister in law & her family 😊😊. .. I actually have been doing a lot of that myself for my daughter who's presently pregnant with twin boys and has a toddler along with 2 young sons as well. I LOVE the recipes you've prepared today and the convenience of preparing the frozen meals will definitely be so helpful. Ty for sharing. You've got a new person watching for as long as you continue to share your wonderful recipes and ideas with us! I'm very excited to see other recipes you've put on here.. again THANK YOU for such wonderful meal ideas 😊😊!!!

  • @aprilchapman2758
    @aprilchapman2758 Год назад +18

    You have really inspired me to prep sautéed meat because my kids are adults now, and live away so it would be wonderful to just pull it out for a great meal when they say their coming over. Keep up the great work ❤.

  • @JanicePhillips
    @JanicePhillips Год назад +10

    Inspired again!
    I always go back to the sweet & sour meatball recipe! It as well as the breakfast bakes & baked oatmeal have become family favs!
    Oh! And I've made the lasagna twice...with homemade noodles and Oh My Gosh is it the Best!
    Thanks darlin.
    Blessings to you & yours from me & mine! ❤

  • @kathybradbury1497
    @kathybradbury1497 Год назад +11

    Hi Becky! Your Fall arrangements outside you kitchen window are beautiful!!!! Love your channel so so much.

  • @stephencarmody5425
    @stephencarmody5425 9 месяцев назад +2

    I never cooked in my life. I have a fantastic wife who does it all. However we are dealing with illness in the family and it is time for me to step in and up. Thank you for your show. It' a lifesaver for us.

  • @marysanchez2981
    @marysanchez2981 11 месяцев назад +1

    I stumbled on your video just
    You're so wise I don't know of anyone who does this am so interested in learning how.
    I'm half way through this video i think you're amazing.
    Organized, prepared, and a great housekeeper.
    The love you have for your sister in law if all families had it could transform entire households for the good.