GLUTEN FREE -EXTREME BUDGET CHALLENGE

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  • In today's video I'll try to create a weekly gluten free budget challenge for 2 people for $25 per person. Join me for a Walmart grocery haul and see what I come up with to save money this week on groceries.
    WALMART GROCERY LIST
    OATMEAL 18 ounce 13 servings 4.48
    eggs 18. = 9 per person 3.5
    tortillas Guerrero 80 count 3.68
    3 jalapenos 0.3 (only used 2)
    turkey 20 ounce package 4.14 Got mine at SAMSCLUB
    pepper jack cheese 2
    peanut butter Skippy 16 ounce 2.62 - had lots left over
    1 can black beans seasoned Best Value 0.78
    bananas 1.58
    pork shoulder roast for carnitas 7.07
    rice 2 lbs great value 1.54
    Mission gluten free wraps 5.16
    lettuce 6 heads romaine 3.28 - got this at SAMSCLUB
    2 avocados 1.76
    rice paper wraps 1.88
    7 roma tomatoes 0.95
    5 corn on cob .33 at Walmart 1.65
    mixed veggies frozen 0.86 had 3/4 left over
    1 apple 0.88
    1 sweet onion 0.78
    1 refried beans rosarita 1.25
    1 green bell pepper 0.68
    1 container chicken broth 32 ounce 1.33 -
    *use bouillon if you are on extreme budget
    2 limes 0.36
    TOTAL = 52.51 / $26.25 per person
    Add 1 more GF wraps or a loaf of bread if you are worried you won't have enough food.
    EXTREME GROCERY BUDGET
    *cut out meat, substitute 2 lb bag of dry beans for both canned beans. Use beans in place of meat. Use pantry bouillon instead of chicken broth. Use frozen corn instead of fresh. Skip avocados.
    MENU
    BREAKFASTS
    2 oatmeal breakfasts - with 1/4 diced apple
    2- migas with 2 eggs and 2 shells-chopped jalapenos, onions, tomato -used 1/4 avocado
    2 meals of 3 oatmeal crepes with banana, 2 eggs, plus oat flour
    1 oatmeal bowl with spoon of peanut butter DRIZZLED ON TOP, 1/2 SLICED bananas
    LUNCHES
    3 lunches with 2 turkey rolls with rice paper wrap, turkey, lettuce, mayo - 1 with 1/2 apple, others with 1/2 banana
    1 3 bean tacos w/Rosarita refried beans, lettuce, tomato, onions, pepper jack, corn tortillas
    1 lunch with 2 egg salad roll ups with one egg each wrap, lettuce, mayo, mustard, paprika, salt
    1 serving 2 peanut butter roll ups WITH GLUTEN FREE TORTILLA and 1/3 sliced banana
    1 pulled pork bowl with seasoned red rice, lettuce, avocado, corn salsa, jalapenos
    DINNER
    7 dinners with 2 carnita tacos each, 2 shells each with onion and cilantro - add rice on side if desired. Season rice with chicken bouillon
    1- 3 pork taquitos with corn salad with guacamole made from 1/2 avocado
    1 egg fried rice with mixed vegetables with 1 egg used
    1 black bean and rice burrito with corn salsa and guacamole, lettuce, onions, jalapeno
    1 BLACK BEAN TOSTADA WITH BLACK BEANS, TOMATO, LETTUCE, ONION, JALAPENO
    1 Dinner 2 bowls of black bean and corn salsa with 1/2 green pepper, 2 tomatoes, jalapeno, ONION, garlic SALT plus zest of lime and 2 tortilla shells -used 1/2 avocado
    SNACKS
    1 cheese quesadillas with corn salad and rice
    1 cheese quesadillas with corn salad and rice
    SLOW COOKER PORK CARNITAS
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    One of the comments suggest doubling all spices except the salt and cinnamon. After making it, I agree. I omitted cinnamon.
    CORN SALAD
    5 ears corn shucked - or use frozen bag of corn
    ½ bell pepper
    ½ can drained and rinsed black beans
    1/6 of sweet onion - use onion at your own risk. Mine was very sweet
    1/3 cup chopped cilantro
    2 diced tomatoes
    Olive oil
    Lime juice of 1 lime
    2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar -red wine vinegar would work also
    Salt and pepper to taste
    *I added diced avocado immediately before eating one of the meals, but don’t add to the entire mixture
    Oatmeal Crepes
    ½ cup oats blended to a smooth consistency like flour
    1 egg
    ¾ cup water
    1 tablespoon olive oil or whatever oil you have
    Dash salt
    ½ banana
    Blend oats first into fine powder. Add rest of ingredients. Blend until smooth. Fry in lightly greased pan. Try to make as thin as possible. Makes 3 crepes.
    FOOD LEFT OVER = Left over =9 eggs, most of frozen veggies, 1/2 cup dry rice plus 3 cups cooked white rice, 1/3 of green bell pepper, 1 jalapeno, 17 rice paper wraps, corn salad, 2 GF tortilla shells, 58 corn tortilla shells, 3 romaine heads of lettuce, 1/2 of onion, 8 servings oatmeal, 3 tomatoes
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 185

  • @rubygreen158
    @rubygreen158 2 роки тому +27

    Being a Celiac , this is the only way I can eat .A lot of ppl dont realize that gluten free diets are really expensive . And there are some of us that are not just gluten free but I happen to be on a gluten free and on a kosher diet and cant have any processed foods either . . Mine is due to allergies from a lot of dif foods , so I sub in dif things . I love the GF tortilla shells from Mission .

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +2

      Hi Ruby 😁 It's a bummer that the GF products are so much more expensive. Maybe in time the cost will come down. Eating kosher must make it even more difficult to try to find foods to eat 😳 Yikes. Thanks for watching my video and taking the time to comment!

    • @laurajackson1264
      @laurajackson1264 2 роки тому +2

      Ruby, I can totally relate. I am gluten/dairy/corn/egg-free plus I have food allergies and texture issues. My sister jokes that I eat air. But my food budget has gone up by about $40/week. Way too much money to spend on food.

    • @rubygreen158
      @rubygreen158 2 роки тому +1

      @@laurajackson1264 , I understand that cos as Celiac its harder than most people realize . And the only eggs I can have are the free range kind . I have peanut allergies and cant have tomatoes and any other type of food that has high acid in it including green bell pepper . Coffee makes me sick but am allowed to drink tea .

    • @laurajackson1264
      @laurajackson1264 2 роки тому

      @@rubygreen158 yep. Of course, with my food allergies and texture issues, I've been dealing with that my whole life, but to be 99.9% G/D/C/E-Free took me about 8 months. I kinda cheat with butter. :)

    • @kyndrasharp6069
      @kyndrasharp6069 2 роки тому +2

      My son is allergic to wheat and milk so it's definitely been a learning curve. And expensive 🥴

  • @therealmccoy406
    @therealmccoy406 2 роки тому +26

    Thank you for doing this challenge. My youngest has celiac & I’m always looking for ways to save money and give her a healthy meal she will eat.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +4

      You're welcome 😁 I hope she enjoys some of these recipes.

    • @mooresandra7287
      @mooresandra7287 2 роки тому +3

      Be cautious of the tomato broth powder. It contains maltodextrin which is often made from wheat, therefore not gluten free.

  • @celestemarie5370
    @celestemarie5370 2 роки тому +35

    I’ve been waiting for a gluten free budget challenge from anyone! Finally my wishes came true. Thank you! 🥰

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +8

      You're welcome. 😁 I would love to make it a regular series. I enjoyed doing this video and I know I have a lot of viewers that are Gluten Free. Thanks for taking the time to comment. 😊👩‍🍳

    • @kathyurbina8178
      @kathyurbina8178 2 роки тому +4

      Thank you ♥️we are new to gluten free and finding it expensive. 🙏🏽

    • @rubygreen158
      @rubygreen158 Рік тому

      SavorySavor also has a lot of gluten free meals all the time I subscribe there to . If U need more awesome ideas for gluten free foods , tips and tricks . Try there .Hope that helps to .

    • @rubygreen158
      @rubygreen158 Рік тому

      @@ArdentMichelle , that would be awesome I love ur channel

    • @rubygreen158
      @rubygreen158 Рік тому +1

      @@kathyurbina8178 , it is expensive , I have been on this diet for almost 3 yrs and will be on it the rest of my life after being diagnosed with Celiac Disease 4 days before my birthday almost 3 yrs ago .

  • @mamacita41969
    @mamacita41969 2 роки тому +10

    Awesome recipes like always, everything looks delicious 😋

  • @lindawilson290
    @lindawilson290 2 роки тому +8

    All these meals looked delicious, AM. I'm not gluten-free, but I'd eat any of these dishes any day of the week!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hi Linda 😁🥰 Yay! So glad you liked my recipes!

  • @Rebelartist83
    @Rebelartist83 11 місяців тому +1

    Oh yeah migas we have it in my part of Tx alot of times chorizo is cooked in it but im in north Texas..its more spicy and authentic near the border.. honestly though just depends on who's cooking it

  • @seasonalsecretsASMR
    @seasonalsecretsASMR 2 роки тому +7

    Thank you for all the work you put into your videos ❤

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      You are so welcome! 😁🥰 Thank you for watching. It's nice to be appreciated. 👩‍🍳🤗

  • @patpeters6331
    @patpeters6331 2 роки тому +4

    Great creative recipes as usual! Hadn't heard about Migos but definitely going to try it; as well as the crepes. I have often wondered how to use rice paper because I really enjoy spring rolls. Thanks to your tutorial I am going to give them a try. Stay safe & cool. 😍

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Thank you 😊 Glad you liked some of these recipes. YES it is finally starting to cool down here 😂 I was dying last week.

  • @KWaggoner
    @KWaggoner 11 місяців тому +1

    How did you keep the corn tortillas from breaking when making the taquitos?

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  11 місяців тому +1

      I might have heated them up before rolling them.

  • @qienna6677
    @qienna6677 2 роки тому +3

    It's important to note that some people with Coeliac Disease react to oats (I learned the hard way that I do). So if you're Coeliac, you need to decide for yourself whether you want to risk that.

    • @laurajackson1264
      @laurajackson1264 2 роки тому +1

      My understanding of that is that we have to be sure that the oats are processed at an allergen free facility. For me, it's the difference between oats/water or oats flour. 🤔

    • @qienna6677
      @qienna6677 2 роки тому +1

      @@laurajackson1264 Oats themselves have a similar protein structure (Avenin) to gluten, which is why 1 in 4 coeliacs react.

    • @qienna6677
      @qienna6677 2 роки тому

      @@buffys3477 Again, oats have a protein called Avenin that is similar in structure to gluten, hence 1 in 4 coeliacs react to them.

  • @kyndrasharp6069
    @kyndrasharp6069 2 роки тому +1

    Another great GF option is certain GF pastas some with a good bump of protein. Such as chickpea pasta.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hi Kyndra 😁 I was eyeing one of those GF pastas for this challenge but ultimately decided to try it for my next GF video, because I was running out of money in the budget ☹️ Those GF products are mighty expensive! 😳 As someone that doesn't eat a lot of meat, I really like the idea of a protein packed pasta. I'm excited to try it.

  • @lindaterzich6632
    @lindaterzich6632 2 роки тому +2

    Perfecto! What oil do you use when you are frying items? I make the mistake of no oil, but I can see when it comes to corn tortillas, that makes it another level! I'll quit eating bread for fried up corn tortillas you betcha. Then I might get off my arse and make my own as I scored a handmade wood tortilla press at the thrift store. You are my favorite budget lady!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Lately I have been using the spray avocado oil from Costco. I've also used Pam butter flavored spray in the past and just regular canola oil. Wow...thanks so much for the very nice complement 😁🥰 It's much appreciated. I've made my own flour tortillas but never corn. Hope you try the migas. They were very good!

  • @micahmiller5923
    @micahmiller5923 2 роки тому +3

    Great recipes! Any time I get fresh corn on the cob, I always plan to make corn chowder because the cobs contain some great flavor that often goes unused. I'll often buy an extra two or three ears, or use a bag of frozen corn, to make a corn chowder to use as a side or lunch, or I'll add a half pound of peeled shrimp to make it a more hearty meal.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +1

      I've been looking forward to making a Jamaican corn chowder on my channel once we are further into fall. I LOVE corn chowder. 💜 This comment is making me want some now 😋

  • @agoraphobicsquirrel8607
    @agoraphobicsquirrel8607 2 роки тому +2

    Corn tortillas are really cheap and gluten free.

  • @franiscoflores9511
    @franiscoflores9511 2 місяці тому +1

    Amys canned beans are so good but not cheap at almost 4 dollars a can but they come straight out of the can easy to spread and just taste really good.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 місяці тому

      I've never tried those....but now I want to.

  • @moreynolds9870
    @moreynolds9870 2 роки тому +3

    Hi, thanks for sharing. I’ve been looking for some low carb recipes. Never thought of the rice paper wraps. Sad times here in U.K. right now, youve helped lighten the mood for a few minutes. Thank you xx

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hi Mo 😊 You're welcome. My condolences for the loss of your Queen ☹️ I'm glad you liked my video. Thank you for watching!

    • @moreynolds9870
      @moreynolds9870 2 роки тому

      ❤️

  • @lizintas8396
    @lizintas8396 2 роки тому +3

    I'd been waiting for this one, so thank you !! Anyone can make million $ good gluten free food but only you can do the delicious budget friendly version . I cant wait to try some of the recipes xx

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Yay! This makes me so happy 😁🥰 Thanks so much Liz. Glad you liked my video. I'll do more of these.

  • @southerncaltattooedbiker3643
    @southerncaltattooedbiker3643 Рік тому +1

    I'm not sure but you can get a lot more meat at H-Mart or Food City at Food City they have 4 different kinds of meat for $19.00 like chicken, hamburger, steak, pork I have bought it because of the food prices being so high and I could get 2 meals out of each kind and since it's only me and my Husband it works well they also have bigger cans of the beans you like I just can't remember the name and they have bags of fresh veggies starting as $1.50 they are a Mexican Grocery Store. At H-Mart they have the same kind of deal on meat you should check it out I live in Arizona

  • @mistywoods8402
    @mistywoods8402 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for doing a gluten-free challenge. I love these! The rice wrap and quesadillas with the corn tortillas are definitely going to make it on my to-try list.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  Рік тому

      You are so welcome! 😁 I'll do more in the future. You should also be able to find gluten free meals throughout my other videos. Happy Holidays!

  • @stayfly3000
    @stayfly3000 2 роки тому +3

    Awesome video as usual Michelle. I am definitely going to try that corn salad!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hello there 😁 Thank you so much. Hope you enjoy!

  • @BrowneyedGirlmjd
    @BrowneyedGirlmjd 2 роки тому +2

    I have been trying to cut back on the amount that I spend on groceries just so that I can tuck extra money away for emergencies. These recipes all look great. I think I want to try the corn salad first. i’ll probably be picking up the frozen bag of corn just because it will be easier for me. I really need to find a decent Latin American market in the city where I live. That will help with the package of corn tortillas and some of the specialty ingredients like the tomato chicken bouillon. I am in Canada and our Walmarts don’t have the same huge package of corn tortillas or that bullion that are available in the U.S.
    Just curious if it is @Foodie Justin who the (intelligent) tomato hater in your family. 😁. I love cooked tomatoes and if they’re marinated so like a bruschetta they’re okay. Just sliced up as part of a sandwich, or on a burger or in a salad, no thank you. PS for people who aren’t aware Michelle son has his own UA-cam channel and it is awesome.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hello there 😁 Yes you are correct. It's Justin who doesn't like tomatoes. He's been taking a short break from filming, but I'm hoping he picks it back up. He made me the most delicious pasta dish last night. He made it with with half and half (because it was in the house) and San Marzano tomatoes, rotelle pasta and a little bit of mozzarella. I'm about to have some for my lunch at the office. You might check Walmart for the tomato chicken bouillon. And obviously if your Gluten Free then make sure its GF. Thanks for the comment and have a great rest of your week.

  • @cheriemonami
    @cheriemonami 2 роки тому +2

    That was spectacular! Bravo! You are amazing! There I used up my budget of !!!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +1

      Yay! Glad you liked this video! 😁🥰 I'm sharing in the !!!! 😂😂 Have a great rest of your day 😊

  • @pek5117
    @pek5117 2 роки тому +4

    Taco bell went out of business here 20+ years ago and the other Mexican places are a bit more authentic, the corn salad is one of the sides they serve, its very tasty and healthy. I use it as like a pico for beef mince taco and works really well, nice fresh hit. Taco bell recently came back here but still sucks when we have other real food. Im shocked at the price of tortillas in the US, here in Aus a 10 pack of the corn tortilla is around $3.50. I make guacamole the same way in the avocado shell, saves on washing up! Rice paper rolls can take practice, I didn't see you rip any so you're doing well. Great Video Michelle.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks so much 😁 Glad you liked my recipes. I would have liked to make more with the rice paper rolls, but I ran out of time. Wow $3.50 for 10 tortillas is so expensive. 😳 Yikes. Thanks for watching my video.

    • @cheriemonami
      @cheriemonami 2 роки тому +1

      @@ArdentMichelle Recently bought 7 inch generic brand for $3.25 Canadian. A loaf of multigrain bread is $3.50. So bread is a better deal.

    • @pek5117
      @pek5117 2 роки тому +1

      @@cheriemonami I watch a canadian youtuber and our dollar is about the same but things are way more expensive here, keep in mind I live in one of the most expensive cities in the world. They are from Nova Scotia. Weird in Canada that most packaging will be in both English and French and sometimes you use metric and sometimes imperial.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      @@cheriemonami WOW 😳

  • @midlifeandnailingit6342
    @midlifeandnailingit6342 2 роки тому +3

    I’m so excited for this one! I went gluten free last Spring. ❤

  • @beckyw9000
    @beckyw9000 2 роки тому +2

    Agreed! Real food does taste good! Hoping for some soup videos once it gets colder. Thanks for the GF video. I have to eat low carb so this is quite helpful.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hi Becky 😁You're welcome. Glad this video is helpful. I can't wait to start making soups and other cold weather food. I'm already planning out my fall videos 😂 Thanks for watching.

  • @allyrooh3628
    @allyrooh3628 2 роки тому +3

    I have never used the rice paper, but I did buy some last week. I love love love bread, but it upsets my stomach. I can't wait to try the rice paper wraps. Good video!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Yay! I'm so excited to hear what you think after you've tried using the rice paper wraps. I love them. I wanted to make some more savory rolls, but I ran out of time...plus the heat was getting to me. I thought I would get SO MUCH done with the 3 day weekend. NOT. 😂 Thanks for watching!

    • @peggynewcomb2031
      @peggynewcomb2031 2 роки тому +2

      For a treat break one up a bit and throw it in very hot oil for 5 seconds. Lightly salt. They burn quickly so once they puff they're done.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      @@peggynewcomb2031 yes 👍 I had so many other things I wanted to do with this ride paper! I'll have to try this!

  • @kelleyrooks6735
    @kelleyrooks6735 2 роки тому +8

    Great ideas. You can make 5 gluten free wraps from 1 cup oats and 1 cup water. Soak and blend to a batter. Similar to the item you made without the egg.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hi Kelley 😊 Thanks for sharing. 👍 I'm excited to try this and see how it turns out. That's very low cost. Are you making sandwich wraps with it?

    • @Lisawhatshersname
      @Lisawhatshersname 2 роки тому

      What a great idea! Thank you.

  • @vinnydabarber
    @vinnydabarber 2 роки тому +2

    Everything looks REALLY YUMMY!

  • @shabbyshopper
    @shabbyshopper 8 місяців тому

    Nicely done!! Heads up - oats aren’t gluten free unless they are protocol oats (which are WAY pricier) and things like seasonings & broth are often also not gf. GF can be SO EXPENSIVE!!! So expensive!!

  • @veronicakiyoko5862
    @veronicakiyoko5862 17 годин тому

    That looks yummy, bright and healthy ❤

  • @glutenfreegrubbin
    @glutenfreegrubbin 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent choice skipping the GF bread! 😅 Also, the Mission GF cauliflower tortillas are my favorite so far. They hold together better than the original GF tortillas Mission makes.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for sharing, I'll try the GF cauliflower next time. 😁

  • @jake_from_statefarm7209
    @jake_from_statefarm7209 2 роки тому +1

    I have a specific request and I totally understand if you don't do it, but I was wondering if you have any budget meal plan idea that don't involve any beans? My husband doesn't like them because of sensory issues (most mushy foods, really), but a lot of budget meals involve beans for the protein.
    Thanks for everything you do! Everything you cook looks absolutely stellar!! ❤️

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hello there 😁 I'm actually working on a $1 a day video -NO BEANS right now. 😂 I would consider doing a weekly budget with no beans in the future. 😁 Can he eat rice? Hopefully in the meantime you can pick and choose from my budget videos to help find other low cost meal options. I'm so glad you are enjoying my content 😁

  • @CathieG
    @CathieG 2 роки тому +3

    Wow awesome ideas Michelle! 😍🥰🤩

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks so much CG 😁🥰 Glad you liked my video!

  • @sharonfarnsworth3325
    @sharonfarnsworth3325 Рік тому +1

    I live in Bakersfield, California which is regularly over 100 degrees for months so I appreciate the hot weather meals also!!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  Рік тому +1

      You're my neighbor to the north. I'm in Irvine. I like the prices of your housing up there. 🏡 I didn't get to make as many summer meals as I had wanted to. Glad you like this video.

  • @sharonfarnsworth3325
    @sharonfarnsworth3325 Рік тому +1

    I watched your video on frittatas also. I had a little shredded beef leftover & put it in a freezer bag with onions & bell peppers to make a frittata later. I made too much chicken Parmesan & also put in a freezer bag to make frittatas later!! I always have eggs, cheese & fresh veggies. I bought broccoli cuts with a lot of stems that my son doesn’t like so I will throw those in also! I made one already & it was delicious! Thanks!!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  Рік тому

      Love this 😁 Frittatas can be made so many ways. I love that you're using leftovers in them. I'm pretty sure that's how the Italians make them too.

  • @chrisharmon5453
    @chrisharmon5453 2 роки тому +1

    I can’t eat corn. But that’s my issue lol. Just as an FYI not all lunch meat is gluten free safe. Also oatmeal if it isn’t labeled gf can cause issues for folks. But otherwise Some good stuff here. 👏👏🧡🧡🧡

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +1

      I didn't know that about the lunch meat. The GF oatmeal that I pointed to in the video with the caption "buy this" is the one I would want my GF viewers to buy. I accounted for the GF version in the video, but didn't want to ACTUALLY buy it, because I have lots of oatmeal at home. Thanks for watching ! 😁

  • @bluetaelon
    @bluetaelon Рік тому

    Sitting here looking at her choices and feeling judgy lol. Those Mission tortillas are about $6 for 6 small tortillas, it takes 2 to make a decent sized burrito/wrap. Totally not budget friendly. The price of the pork was at least twice what it should have been when on a tight budget. Tempted to start doing GF/dairy free on a food stamp budget, been cooking this way for 23 years and realizing thats a huge skill to share.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  11 місяців тому

      Judge away 😂 The goal for me wasn't necessarily to be as low as possible on the budget, because time is also a commodity. The tortillas were $5.16. Are you making your own? Sometimes I make my own tortillas but only when doing the very extreme challenges. That's awesome that you're able to buy a pork shoulder roast for less than $7 where you live.
      I would encourage you to start a GF channel to share your skillset because I'm sure it could help a lot of people. These kinds of specialty diet budget videos are much needed. 👩‍🍳

  • @debhenry8159
    @debhenry8159 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Michelle! Thank you for all your amazing recipes. I enjoy every video and keep checking for the next one. Have a wonderful week.🌷🙏 Deb

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hi Deb 😁 Thank you so much 🥰 I'm so glad you are enjoying my videos. That makes me so happy. Hope you have a great week too. 😊

  • @riverthyme4741
    @riverthyme4741 2 роки тому +1

    My husband is extremely sensitive to gluten and we found out there is gluten in broth! If it doesn't say Gluten free on it anywhere we are safe to say it is not good for him! I would check the ingredients in the broth and spices. Since they say made around other wheat products. We find it difficult sometimes :(

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Yes just discussing this with another viewer ☹️ Lots to learn about Gluten Free eating.

  • @BrownEyedGirl331
    @BrownEyedGirl331 2 роки тому +1

    I saw gluten free and thought uh oh, not for "us", LOL, but you never forget the vegetarians out here. I have always enjoyed Migas, you reminded me to start making them again and I just used beans in the taquitos instead of pork and you had even more in store-like that delish looking corn salad! Your range is amazing dare I ask for a budget Vegetarian challenge? Thank you as always for your particular brand of magic.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you Lyla 😁🥰 Yes I would love to do a vegetarian budget challenge. I'll do one soon.

  • @danasandlin2435
    @danasandlin2435 Рік тому

    Migas: sorry to burst your bubble, but those don't look like migas from TX (they probably taste good--but they don't look the same)...dts/usa

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  Рік тому

      Hi Dana 😁 You may have missed it, but I explained in the video that I wasn't making the Tex Mex version. These were the Mexican version of migas and I kept my tortillas a little drier because that is how I like them instead of letting them get soggy in the eggs. Do you have a good Tex Mex version of Migas?

  • @Lisawhatshersname
    @Lisawhatshersname 2 роки тому +1

    These recipes are amazing! I'm always blown away by your channel. Thank you for sharing a gluten free challenge, and a set smaller budget as well. I'm going to try the corn salad really soon, and the gorditas will be a big hit with my family. Thank you, again!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Thanks so much! 😊 🥰I'm glad you are enjoying my videos!

  • @sharonfarnsworth3325
    @sharonfarnsworth3325 Рік тому +1

    Thank You for all of your valuable videos. Our vet bills are hundreds of dollars a month from two cats that are older so your videos really help my budget & your ideas for yummy, less expensive food!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  Рік тому +1

      My dog costs me a lot too. 😞 The only thing more expensive than a vet, is the dentist in my opinion 😂 I noticed they have been putting a lot of sugar in the dog treats- which brings on a horrible thought of a veterinary dentist- probably crazy expensive. Glad my videos are helpful. Thanks for letting me know 🥰

  • @carlottadix
    @carlottadix Рік тому

    I grew up eating something similar except we used leftover potatoes and diced tomatoes cold and diced. Just a question or request could you demo oat milk for one. Also fruit compote or coulee for one. Also how can I store beans for the week. My tortillas go bad so does my bread. How do you store food in the fridge without spending money on containers. How could I use bread wrapper without everything getting soggy. I try to prep sandwiches or even lunch even though we eat at home daily. I have problems as things get lost in the fridge. My husband is like a raccoon reaches for things in the back and things get turned over or thrown out. At 70 he asks question never🏋🏿

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  Рік тому

      Hi Carlotta 😁 Are you asking me to show you how to make oat milk or just try different types? I've never made oat milk before. I've made fruit compote on my channel several times- I believe the last time was in last years Thanksgiving video when I made cranberry sauce. It works the same with any fruit, just add sugar and a little water if necessary (depending on the fruit). I would love to make a coulis on my channel. 😁 Once beans are cooked they should be refrigerated and eaten within 3 days or frozen. I like to keep my bread in the refrigerator. I usually buy 2 loaves at a time and freeze one until ready to use. My tortillas never go bad because we eat a lot of them, but you could refrigerate those as well. I haven't tried freezing them. Maybe another viewer can comment on that. Thanks for the comment 😁

  • @sharonfarnsworth3325
    @sharonfarnsworth3325 Рік тому +1

    Your videos help with dieting since you show what you can do with a little bit of an ingredient. I have been trying to teach my husband not to take too much to “finish it up”.

  • @cindland
    @cindland 2 роки тому +1

    I shop at Kroger. The prices are so much lower there for many grocery items, especially produce. If you are a “bargain shopper” who goes to many stores (as I’ve seen you do in other videos), you can really pare down the final cost. I agree it is easier to stay in one store for a specific menu though!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      You make a good point 👍 We definitely could have gotten this budget down a bit. I shopped at Walmart because many of my viewers don't have access to the same great low cost stores as me. I just looked it up and I have a Ralphs near me that is owned by Kroger, but they are very expensive. Still....I could probably get some great deals on sale.....Sounds like another video idea 😂😂

  • @tardismole
    @tardismole Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this. Never thought of rice paper wraps. I'm going to have a look for those.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  Рік тому

      Hello 😁 You're welcome. You can do so many different things with that rice paper. I love it. Thank YOU for watching!

  • @sharonfarnsworth3325
    @sharonfarnsworth3325 Рік тому +1

    I haven’t been buying avocados because they are so expensive but when you use just a little they are a luxury!!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  Рік тому +1

      They are a mainstay in my diet.
      Some people buy meat...I buy avocados and nuts 😂

  • @wendoxia
    @wendoxia 2 роки тому +2

    The Migas looked great! That’s a dinner for me!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hi Wendie. 😊 Hope you like them as much as I do.

  • @gloriaskryski5222
    @gloriaskryski5222 Рік тому +1

    Everything looks so delicious... I am drooling 🤤 Yum 😊

  • @cncrissy555
    @cncrissy555 2 роки тому +1

    You come out way cheaper getting a pound of dried beans and cooking them down yourself

  • @catherinetipton116
    @catherinetipton116 2 роки тому +1

    I make that carnitas recipe but I use home made veggie broth due to a chicken allergy. It still comes out great!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hi Catherine 😁 Yes I bet that works just as good 👍 Thanks for sharing!

  • @shaunaleessnackidies
    @shaunaleessnackidies 11 місяців тому +1

    I wish I had this 20 years ago, so helpful! I’ve started my own channel so I’m learning a lot, thank you for such helpful videos! ❤

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  11 місяців тому +1

      Congrats on starting your own channel 🥳 I wish you much success!!

    • @shaunaleessnackidies
      @shaunaleessnackidies 11 місяців тому

      @@ArdentMichelle Thank you so much!

  • @brentstephens6920
    @brentstephens6920 Рік тому

    what year is this? I'm in New Zealand... tomatoes are nearly a dollar each... in season!!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  Рік тому

      Hi Brent 😁 That video was released in 2022. Wow that is a lot for a tomato. I just got a small Roma tomato for .17 last week.

  • @springchicken2513
    @springchicken2513 Рік тому

    if you want a real challenge you could try to do an updated gluten free challenge but with converted Canadian prices.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  Рік тому

      Unfortunately I just don't get enough views on these kinds of videos - otherwise, I'm always up for a challenge. 😂

  • @vegemitegirl1971
    @vegemitegirl1971 2 роки тому +1

    I'm gluten and dairy free due to allergies, which have required emergency hospital treatment. Generally gluten free (gf) wraps are awful and fall apart before you can finish eating them. However, I love bfree, which you looked at, but my favourite is the sweet potato variety.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Lee 😁 Interesting ....🤔 Thanks for sharing. I'll try the Bfree next time. I don't think I saw a sweet potato flavored one, but I'm definitely going to be on the look out for that one. Wondering if it is orange? I love the colored wraps, I think they are so pretty on the plate. I enjoyed doing a GF challenge and hope to do this again in the near future. Thanks for watching.

    • @vegemitegirl1971
      @vegemitegirl1971 2 роки тому +1

      @@ArdentMichelle Yes, the wraps are a sweet potato orange colour. Here in rural Australia I've only seen the sweet potato, the green one and a bland coloured looking wrap. I have not seen the chia yet

  • @CNP-rn3gd
    @CNP-rn3gd 2 роки тому +2

    Michelle, great video! The heat wave was brutal - I barely cooked for a week.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much 😁 Yes the heatwave was brutal...not sure where you are, but here in Irvine we are cooling down a bit this week and next week is supposed to be even cooler. ❄️

    • @CassieDavis613
      @CassieDavis613 2 роки тому

      @@ArdentMichelle Irvine? Did you move? I thought you lived in San Diego or SD adjacent.

    • @CNP-rn3gd
      @CNP-rn3gd 2 роки тому

      SF Bay Area. It was over 100 for a week and no AC and had to work (nurse). I've begun to dread this time of the year due to the fires. I love your videos - so many ideas and so calming at the same time 💗💗💗

  • @jessicaknutson4502
    @jessicaknutson4502 2 роки тому +1

    Hi! First time seeing one of your videos - so far everything looks delicious! My boyfriend and I will have to try some of these ideas. One note - please be cautious when making allergen type videos that you double check your items to be actually gluten free! The chicken broth you used is NOT gluten free. It contains yeast extract which comes from barley. I know the item you chose is the budget friendly option, but the one that is gluten free safe is going to be about double the price.

    • @jessicaknutson4502
      @jessicaknutson4502 2 роки тому

      (just got to the caldo de tomate bit - that is also not a gluten free product as also contains yeast extract)

    • @jessicaknutson4502
      @jessicaknutson4502 2 роки тому

      I'll just quick add - its very difficult to find any gluten free bouillon... they used to make "granules" that were gluten free but I havent seen them in probably 10 years

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Jessica 😁 Thanks for the tips. I actually didn't even think about the chicken broth. 🤔 As for the bouillon, I figured that my GF viewers would have a standard GF option in their pantry staples, but you are correct. I should be more cautious because not all of my viewers may know this and some may be newly diagnosed. Great tips. Thanks for sharing!

  • @sheliapeters2082
    @sheliapeters2082 2 роки тому +1

    Look delicious 😋 they looked amazing . Great job and some great meals

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hi Sheila 😁 Thank you so much. Glad you liked my video!

    • @sheliapeters2082
      @sheliapeters2082 2 роки тому +1

      @@ArdentMichelle I sure did I go back and watch from time to time your older challenges too I love the style

  • @thegigiollieshow8768
    @thegigiollieshow8768 2 роки тому +1

    All your videos are amazing !!🖤

  • @anna.m8
    @anna.m8 Рік тому +1

    the dishes you put together look always so delish!

  • @patpeters6331
    @patpeters6331 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Michelle, 👋am excited to watch this video. 😊

  • @michellelaclair
    @michellelaclair 2 роки тому +1

    Welcome back Ardent Michelle

  • @kelliking4449
    @kelliking4449 2 роки тому +1

    Fabulous job Michelle🎃

  • @susans9491
    @susans9491 2 роки тому

    Ethnic food stores are a rarity here in Vermont, but when I get to Boston I’m going to embark on a quest to find those rice paper wraps! As always, everything you prepared looked so delicious and was presented beautifully! Thank you for all you do for us!💖

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Hi Susan 😊 Walmart carries those wraps. Glad you liked my video! And Yes...I think you should check out some ethnic stores in Boston. You never know what amazing new food items you might discover!

  • @midlifeandnailingit6342
    @midlifeandnailingit6342 2 роки тому +1

    Gluten free tortillas aren’t the best plain (unfortunately), but delicious crisp up or in an enchilada dish.

    • @rubygreen158
      @rubygreen158 2 роки тому +1

      I use them in many dif things including quesadillas .Have for almost 3 yrs now .Found out I was a Celiac 4 days before my 52 birthday .

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому +1

      Yeah I couldn't tell any difference from regular shells when I fried it for the tostada. I still really want to try the green spinach GF wraps though. They must be good if they are sold out everywhere. 😂

    • @rubygreen158
      @rubygreen158 2 роки тому +1

      @@ArdentMichelle , those are also really good , I dont find them very often but when I do I snap them up 2 lol

    • @glutenfreegrubbin
      @glutenfreegrubbin 2 роки тому

      @@ArdentMichelle The spinch GF tortillas have a bit of a bitter taste! Not great, imo.

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      @@glutenfreegrubbin oh no that's a bummer cause I do like the regular spinach ones ☹

  • @Melissa_M720
    @Melissa_M720 2 роки тому +1

    B free brand is great

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      You are the second person to say this. 👍 I'm definitely going to try that next time. Thanks for the input.

  • @sherrywyleta3519
    @sherrywyleta3519 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent video!!

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Thanks so much Sherry 😁🥰 Glad you liked my video.

  • @amber7253
    @amber7253 Рік тому

    You never disappoint will have to try making some of these .. thanks for the share ❤

  • @nsoccer17
    @nsoccer17 2 роки тому +1

    I thought oats are naturally a gluten free food?

    • @glutenfreegrubbin
      @glutenfreegrubbin 2 роки тому +1

      Based on how oats are grown and processed, wheat is often mixed in. Lots of GF people get sick eating oats. The gluten-free oats or purity protocol oats are safer for GF people.

    • @carlottadix
      @carlottadix Рік тому

      As far as I know you must purchase gluten free oats.

  • @michellelaclair
    @michellelaclair 2 роки тому

    y gloves?

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      I love them and if I'm handling the food its better.

  • @Laguns-ij4hn
    @Laguns-ij4hn 2 роки тому +1

    This is awesome!

  • @evasilvalayton758
    @evasilvalayton758 2 роки тому

    Bouillon must be gluten free. Please be careful if you are celiac❤️

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      True. 👍 Anyone GF should use GF bouillon.

  • @clairebrennan5321
    @clairebrennan5321 2 роки тому +1

    So excited when I saw you had a new video up can’t wait to see it

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Glad you look forward to my videos Claire 😊🥰

    • @clairebrennan5321
      @clairebrennan5321 2 роки тому +1

      @@ArdentMichelle hope everything good with you? Any good Fall things in Dollar tree yet?

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      @@clairebrennan5321 Well I'm delighted that the weather is starting to cool off 😂 Last week was rough. I walked my dog in 69 degree weather this morning before work 😊 It was refreshing! I was at Dollar Tree a few weeks ago but I need to pop back in soon to see the Fall stuff. 💜 Love Dollar Tree.

    • @clairebrennan5321
      @clairebrennan5321 2 роки тому

      @@ArdentMichelle I don’t like the heat which is just as well. It’s 59 here now I think I felt a wee bit frost this morning 💗

  • @evasilvalayton758
    @evasilvalayton758 2 роки тому

    Is that oatmeal gluten free?

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      In the video, I show the gluten free oatmeal in the store and say if you are gluten free, buy this. There wasn't any reason for me to buy it since I already had oatmeal in the house. However, I added the GF version into the price list.

  • @misacruzader
    @misacruzader 2 роки тому

    I'm surprised that you cook at home with gloves on! Nice to see some gluten free options for our friends who don't tolerate it

    • @ArdentMichelle
      @ArdentMichelle  2 роки тому

      Melissa, I LOVE those gloves. 😂 Sure, I could use the tongs more, but as it turns out, my hands are the best tool of all. LOL. It seems more acceptable to be handling the food with the gloves on and it helps my viewers that are germaphobic. I can relate. Glad you liked this video. 😁