Filling My Freezer with 22 Scratch Made Freezer Meals | EASY and Delicious Lunches and Dinners

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  • @leem153
    @leem153 5 місяців тому +623

    For those of us who enjoy and appreciate Becky and her channel thank you Becky. I have used many recipes and they have come I handy for my family as we all work different shifts . ❤❤❤❤ As for those who don’t understand this process or how it helps others… go watch another channel and keep the negativity to yourself.

    • @kathysmith2541
      @kathysmith2541 5 місяців тому +19

      Nicely put!!

    • @sharoncoon5439
      @sharoncoon5439 5 місяців тому +14

      Totally agree.

    • @Snowpaux
      @Snowpaux 5 місяців тому +10

      I don’t like the trips to Costco or cleaning projects. I don’t watch them. 😊

    • @miephoex
      @miephoex 5 місяців тому +25

      You could set the example by being nice. Becky sounds like she can take care of herself.

    • @DebraGilliatt-nu9cq
      @DebraGilliatt-nu9cq 5 місяців тому +3

      Becky you look like your daddy😊

  • @jesselliott604
    @jesselliott604 5 місяців тому +234

    Becky i wanted to tell you that i started adapting many of your recipes so that my adult son who has autism can cook them while I’m at work. He has done instant pot, crock pot and regular recipes. It has helped him feel more confident & successful at home. Can’t wait to have him try these recipes as well. Thank you! Happy New Year!

    • @cynthiafisher9907
      @cynthiafisher9907 5 місяців тому +16

      What a great mom! You’re giving him a level of independence that will be so good for him!

    • @jesselliott604
      @jesselliott604 5 місяців тому +4

      @@cynthiafisher9907 thank you 🙂

    • @sueallen1945
      @sueallen1945 5 місяців тому +4

      That’s really wonderful!!

    • @lesliemelby7633
      @lesliemelby7633 5 місяців тому +4

      Kudos Mama

    • @teniaosayande6355
      @teniaosayande6355 4 місяці тому +4

      My son is as well. He loves taquitos & is going to flip when I give him these recipes. It's such a wonderful feeling when we see their confidence grow. So big hugs to you too mom.

  • @5pctLowBattery
    @5pctLowBattery 4 місяці тому +17

    My toxic trait is thinking I can do this, knowing that I tried doing batch cooking in 2013, 2015, 2018, 2020 and gave up after 10 minutes 😂

  • @kukaburraFM
    @kukaburraFM 5 місяців тому +111

    Me lookin at my perfect friend doing her thing and then she cuts to her second up of coffee and I realize we are the SAME because her blender lid is on the floor and the brown sugar is precariously on the edge of the counter. Keep dropping the mustard in the salt and being REAL Becky! You inspire me so much 🎉

    • @ktrayan1
      @ktrayan1 4 місяці тому +2

      LOL the edge of the counter is me nemesis. Just cracked a bowl by knocking it on the edge of the counter on the way to the dishwasher…..I often lose mason jars off the edge, too 😂😂

    • @debmoore3980
      @debmoore3980 4 місяці тому +1

      Just got to say that you are so very pleasant to ‘be with’! I have been sick this week and laying low and I’ve been spending time with you! Thankyou so much

    • @IoneEvans
      @IoneEvans 4 місяці тому +1

      😂true

    • @IoneEvans
      @IoneEvans 4 місяці тому +1

      Becky is a modern day Julia Child ❤

    • @user-xv9pb1fs5w
      @user-xv9pb1fs5w 3 місяці тому

      I've just discovered you and can't stop binge watching. I have always wanted to do this and you've inspired me tremendously!

  • @latteslettersandlife
    @latteslettersandlife 5 місяців тому +442

    As 2023 comes to an end, I can say one thing for certain and that is, that Becky has saved my sanity with her videos and allowing us all into her kitchen.
    Becky, please never ever change because you are the kindest, sweetest and most generous soul I have ever encountered.

    • @Frankie_902
      @Frankie_902 5 місяців тому +13

      Oh, I agree with you about Becky. She is so precious and such a people person and cares about people's feelings. You can just tell that about her and her sweet parents. And she is so smart. I admire her dedication to her community here in YT. I truly adore Becky and her family. Love watching and learning from her.
      I wish others would have manners like her. Never change sweet Becky!!❣️

    • @Deb57272
      @Deb57272 5 місяців тому +5

      AMEN❣️❣️❣️

    • @1RodeoMom
      @1RodeoMom 5 місяців тому +4

      I absolutel agree!

    • @cattandneil1504
      @cattandneil1504 5 місяців тому +3

      Loved this video! Always love seeing your ideas for freezer meals. Would love the link or at least brand/type of details for the molasses you use too please!

    • @auntnut2011
      @auntnut2011 5 місяців тому +4

      For sure!!

  • @libbycuskelly
    @libbycuskelly 5 місяців тому +95

    Great video Becky. Quick tip: you don't actually need to pre-cook you manicotti (or cannelloni). They'll cook in the sauce when you bake them. It makes them much easier to fill that way. Happy New Year!💜

    • @pyewacketkitty8404
      @pyewacketkitty8404 4 місяці тому +3

      That's what I do, too. I don't cook shells or manicotti before filling them. It's so much easier!

  • @marywilson1948
    @marywilson1948 5 місяців тому +87

    Becky is such a joy to watch!! I love her personality!!!

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  5 місяців тому +7

      You are so sweet, Mary! Thanks so much

  • @maryloudonoghue8447
    @maryloudonoghue8447 5 місяців тому +47

    Thank you Becky! You have totally inspired this 82 year old to challenge myself to new and bigger projects!❤

  • @user-pp5of2dc5d
    @user-pp5of2dc5d 5 місяців тому +110

    The time is now 1:30 Kansas time. Becky I appreciate your videos so much. I just let them run in the background. It’s almost like having somebody talk to me. You give such great advice and you’re such a real person. I appreciate it. Good job on all your successes, and especially that little baby!!

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  5 місяців тому +17

      Aw you are so sweet! That means the world to me!

    • @Deb57272
      @Deb57272 5 місяців тому +9

      When I’m in the kitchen, Becky is always in the background I am usually putting together her recipe

    • @shannon7206
      @shannon7206 5 місяців тому +5

      Hello from Overland Park kansas as well!!!!

    • @Barbara-jd2sk
      @Barbara-jd2sk 5 місяців тому +8

      I’m an old Grammy with 3 grandies that live with us. And the one 14 year old loves to watch Becky cook and can. He loves how easy she is to follow and everything tastes so great.
      And Becky where do you get your glass baking pans with the pretty snap on lids??

    • @carolynturk-hu7je
      @carolynturk-hu7je 5 місяців тому +1

      Love all of these freezer meals, marinades, casseroles, crockpot meals! You are so right on with your flavors. Right down to your honey mustard marinade. We lost our local honey supply lately, so have to find another source near me. Thank you again for being so real, creative and inspiring! 😊❤

  • @di_tattoolover
    @di_tattoolover 5 місяців тому +35

    I love love love your channel. You are such an inspiration to me. I lost my husband 2 years ago.. so just cook for myself. No family. I love the fact that its just as cheap to cook 6 meals as is it is to cook 1. So my freezer is full with ready meals or mainly ingredients to make meals. I watch your shows constantly. Im a 63 year old from UK and I have learned soooo much from you.

    • @cynthiafisher9907
      @cynthiafisher9907 5 місяців тому

      Sorry for your loss, but it sounds like you’re making lemonade from the lemons you were dealt. Good on you!

  • @OrganicMommaGA
    @OrganicMommaGA 5 місяців тому +33

    I know the theme of doing the marinated meats is "quick and easy", but two steps added can really develop some flavors in the marinades: Whenever using raw ingredients in a marinade liquid (like raw peppers, onion, or garlic), warming the liquid on the stove for just a few minutes and then letting it cool before adding to raw meats can make a huge difference in the amount of flavor that transfers to the meats when the marinade is not also the cooking liquid. I love watching these videos for ideas, Becky - Thank you for sharing!

  • @sandy239b6
    @sandy239b6 4 місяці тому +19

    First time here, instantly fell in love with this channel...i think this is one time stop for delicious meals, all sorts of good household advice, and a nice, chill atmosphere! Well done, sweetie! ❤🏠

    • @aguemily1176
      @aguemily1176 4 місяці тому +2

      Same here first time watching Becky and it's worth the time ,ride on Becky❤❤❤

  • @Frankie_902
    @Frankie_902 5 місяців тому +131

    Love making freezer meals with Becky!! She always has terrific and delicious recipes!

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  5 місяців тому +21

      Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!!

    • @productionXerror
      @productionXerror 5 місяців тому +9

      @@tessie4136 she literally said she liked using these same ingredients because she likes to use what she already has out when doing big batches like this 😅 so it kinda makes sense why there is a lot of the same

    • @user-ug2dd7dp8w
      @user-ug2dd7dp8w 5 місяців тому +5

      Learning a lot from you, Becky!!! A BIG THANK YOU❤️

    • @aprilhampton6298
      @aprilhampton6298 5 місяців тому +11

      ​@@tessie4136 do you have anything nice to say? If you don't like it, don't watch it.

    • @mummalicious5
      @mummalicious5 5 місяців тому +7

      @tessie4136 her family loves dairy, so that's what she makes. You may have missed all the marinades she made for the crock pot and grill.

  • @MagicBeans.StarlightDreams
    @MagicBeans.StarlightDreams 5 місяців тому +60

    It’s always a good productive day when Becky is on my UA-cam… so motivating. ♥️ Very few channels do I find that I love almost EVERY thing she suggests…. But we must enjoy the same flavors.

  • @tracywjones0514
    @tracywjones0514 23 дні тому +1

    Hi! I am new. Just finding you. I live in south Alabama on the Gulf coast. I'm 58 and have mobility issues so dinner time is hard for me. Oh how I would love to have days like yours of preparing meals that would make meals easier for us. One rather hard day in exchange for many nights of easy meals. Sounds like a no trainer for me! Love that I found you. 😊

  • @lablea
    @lablea 5 місяців тому +9

    When I was a young mother, my neighbor taught me how to make homemade manicotti noodles. They look pretty much like crepes and are so tender. You make the “crepes” and place your filling down the center and roll them up. This keeps you from having to stuff them. We prefer a white sauce with cheese inside the noodle and place a meat sauce on the bottom and over the middle of the noodles. Then we put the white sauce over the top of the red sauce, then put mozzarella and Parmesan over that…DELICIOUS❣️ thank you for bringing back the memories 🥰 I love watching your channel.

  • @goldenfd475
    @goldenfd475 5 місяців тому +8

    I shall be 74 this year and have never really liked cooking although spent 40yrs making what I called school dinner meals out of necessity; however Having recently discovered this channel I find I just love to follow along and as a keen gardener with an allotment for vegetable growing love the produce side. For me though the best part is feeling a connection with someone else out there who is so lovely and you never know I might even be trying some of the preserving recipes in 2024 ❤

  • @CrisBayless
    @CrisBayless 5 місяців тому +12

    The view out of that kitchen window in the very beginning is absolutely stunnnning!

  • @garitadeldiablo
    @garitadeldiablo 4 місяці тому +2

    Don't know how you have so much energy to cook so much food!

  • @Midwestmomvolunteer365
    @Midwestmomvolunteer365 5 місяців тому +9

    With all the illnesses around, having this mom hard for the last six weeks, if you can get some meals prepared. It really helped the family when I was really sick.

  • @jessicahagan
    @jessicahagan 5 місяців тому +6

    You are keeping me company during a rough time. Your spirit and openness is really uplifting.

  • @stacyadams8265
    @stacyadams8265 5 місяців тому +69

    Happy New Year! Becky, your people got you! You bring joy and laughter to me and others. I wish you a fantastic 2024!

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  5 місяців тому +2

      Happy New Year! Thanks so much!

  • @mollie2505
    @mollie2505 Місяць тому +1

    Im new to your channel and I have to say Im blown away by your organisation and accomplishments. I live vicariously through you. Love your uploads. Xx

  • @HelenFrost57
    @HelenFrost57 5 місяців тому +1

    Becky, if you don’t eat the gingerbread house, set it outdoors because squirrels, birds, chipmunks n bunnies (and mice) will find it a treat. Put it away from your house and garden though. Animals tend to go back n forth and in summer they will remember a food source was there as well and nom nom nom on your garden. 😊

  • @ashlaraque4135
    @ashlaraque4135 5 місяців тому +6

    To me, this woman is a phenomenon. It’s her and another English influencer who does fashion and home decor content. Somehow you guys are able to keep people engaged enough for an hour just by being yourselves. I just find that so incredible.

  • @lisaoconnor7897
    @lisaoconnor7897 4 місяці тому +4

    When u taste anything u are like a child in a sweet shop. It is nice to see your face with a big smile when u get it spot on

  • @melindawargowsky8176
    @melindawargowsky8176 5 місяців тому +34

    Watching Becky while waiting for my scratch-made bread to cool😊. Love how my favorite homesteaders have encouraged me to branch out in my cooking, gardening, and preserving!

    • @glendabreshears6030
      @glendabreshears6030 5 місяців тому +2

      I totally agree. It's because of Becky that I started canning. She's a great motivator

  • @mariskavanrooyen4381
    @mariskavanrooyen4381 5 місяців тому +9

    What a journey we are on with you. I guess you would never expected what would happen after your first few video's. You just made them never realising that your way of storytelling is so appealing to so many people. I am strangely addicted to your channel while we have almost nothing in common. I think everybody is very happy that you have made this in to your livelyhood and a way of furthering your path of independance. Keep up and never doubt yourself, you are brilliant. ❤

  • @tinkerella007
    @tinkerella007 5 місяців тому +10

    Hey Becky. I’m Becca lol. I would like to say thank you for your wonderful channel. I’m currently single, (here’s hoping it’s the last year) but these tips you are sharing, I personally consider them to be preparing me for marriage. I’m Christian and I want a traditional family but it’s been a while since I’ve actually had to cook for more than me and my cat. So I really appreciate you taking us through your thought process. I was separating chicken into freezer bags and I thought of you and your videos. I also made the chicken pot pie soup and it was absolutely delicious. Have a great new year! Your friend from Maryland❤.

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  5 місяців тому +2

      Aw you are so sweet! I hope you have a great year to come!

  • @natiaamoani7846
    @natiaamoani7846 5 місяців тому +22

    So glad for the freezer meal video! My next semester starts Monday. As a working mom, freezer meals are a necessity!

  • @JaneSweat
    @JaneSweat 3 дні тому

    Becky, your videos are so well orchestrated! I'm learning so much about organization, and you have the best tips. It may sound strange but because it is also synchronized, it's so relaxing for me. (Like watching synchronized swimmers, I hope you find that complimentary 😊). Thank you❤

  • @jennifersmith8640
    @jennifersmith8640 5 місяців тому +27

    I love freezer meal motivation with Becky!

  • @kewpiefan72
    @kewpiefan72 5 місяців тому +5

    I guess a lot of people don’t know about how to use a crockpot correctly if it has a locking lid. Do NOT lock the lid when cooking in one of these crockpots. The lock is solely for the purpose of keeping it from leaking when traveling. If you lock it while cooking, it creates pressure which messes with how a crockpot cooks and prevents steam from escaping which increases the amount of liquid kept in the pot. I don’t know if your crockpot has the locks or if you even use them but I figured if I write this out, it may help someone. Thx for being you, Becky!

  • @helenaweremans7769
    @helenaweremans7769 5 місяців тому +6

    I wish Becky, her family and all my fellow Becky video addicts a happy and healthy 2024, all the way from Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

  • @jaydubw6033
    @jaydubw6033 5 місяців тому +19

    Oh my goodness Becky. I made 6 freezer meals today. Just the marinade ones. You make this look so easy. It took me 3 hours. I’m going to get better though. Thank you for being so inspirational.

    • @debbiesander4853
      @debbiesander4853 5 місяців тому +1

      Becky edits out a lot of the work.

    • @cynthiafisher9907
      @cynthiafisher9907 5 місяців тому +2

      @@debbiesander4853of course! All UA-cam creators have to, their videos would be too long and boring.

  • @traceyray6498
    @traceyray6498 5 місяців тому +35

    Hey Becky, I’m
    Pumpkin Chocolate Chip girl. I made baked oatmeal this morning 🤤 I also make no knead bread and had a fail, I mixed all the dry ingredients together and the yeast didn’t get activated, so I started over and it looks great. I’ll let you know tomorrow if it turns out. I’m going to teach my grandson if it works, so he’ll least know how to make bread. 🥳 have a great day everyone. 🎉

    • @Deb57272
      @Deb57272 5 місяців тому +1

      That’s OK it was a lesson it wasn’t a mistake. I think that he would agree to that.

    • @traceyray6498
      @traceyray6498 5 місяців тому

      Welp, my bread is under proved I think. Could
      Cooler weather make a difference? Going on loaf 3 soon.

    • @Frankie_902
      @Frankie_902 5 місяців тому +1

      @@traceyray6498 make sure your salt is mixed with the dry ingredients very well before putting in your proofed yeast. The salt causes the yeast to cease or kills it.
      I hope I'm making sense.

    • @mrmrsaofbarredowlcabin405
      @mrmrsaofbarredowlcabin405 5 місяців тому +1

      @@traceyray6498a cold kitchen can certainly make a difference. Make sure your yeast is fresh and your water isn’t too hot and keep your salt away from your yeast.

  • @user-nf8xe2eq3u
    @user-nf8xe2eq3u 5 місяців тому +6

    Hot pan and then cold oil makes a no stick pan. This is such a fun project today. Many thanks.

  • @FamilyValuesTV
    @FamilyValuesTV 4 місяці тому +5

    This was so helpful as I'm about to give birth and needed some freezer meals for my family. 👌🏽

  • @chuggco
    @chuggco 5 днів тому

    You really make one of the best videos on frezzer meals out there. Exelent recipes. May Our Heavenly Father Bless You!❤

  • @Summersky198
    @Summersky198 4 місяці тому +1

    I’m going to try this for my postpartum freezer supply!

  • @LadyMadge
    @LadyMadge 5 місяців тому +7

    I use fresh lasagne sheets (cut in half) to make the manicotti. Place filling along one edge and roll up. Much simpler than trying to stuff the tubes.

  • @justplaintara9028
    @justplaintara9028 5 місяців тому +15

    No green garlic powder! This has been such a great year for Acre watching. Your garden was beyond beautiful and provided me with so many plans for my teeny space come spring. Your baking has inspired me to stop buying baked goods and make more wholesome ones. Your cooking has granted me a mindful of recipes. I can't say thank you enough. Hoping 2024 is your best year yet for you and your little family.

  • @haileclark9712
    @haileclark9712 Місяць тому +1

    I would love a few videos where you show yourself thawing these, cooking them, and preparing sides. Love your freezer meals!

  • @tinanuse-tolar4916
    @tinanuse-tolar4916 5 місяців тому +1

    If you have a 6qt instapot with the stainless steel insert they have an air fryer lid attachment. It is a game changer

  • @vickiparks6581
    @vickiparks6581 5 місяців тому +26

    Becky, you inspire me on so many different levels. I also love and appreciate when you leave your mistakes in and just go with the flow. It would be so easy for you to edit the mistakes and mishaps out but you keep it real. Love, love, love. I watched a channel yesterday and learned how to make sour cream and cream cheese with dry milk and a couple other ingredients. Have you ever made these items and your thoughts?

    • @firequeen2194
      @firequeen2194 5 місяців тому +1

      Ah, I see we both watch Pam as well, lol. I’m hoping this new series ends up in a book! Bright blessings to you. 🙂

  • @juliannahs-joy
    @juliannahs-joy 5 місяців тому +3

    The point of preserving food (canning, freezing dehydrating or freeze drying) is to use. It’s isn’t to look pretty storing it on your shelf. She was using her own ingredients to prepare meals for a night she may not feel like cooking. Way better than a lot who would order a pizza delivered or would pick up fast food. Also, great to bless someone with a meal. You keep doing you Becky!!!

  • @sonyaw.7082
    @sonyaw.7082 18 днів тому

    I found your channel about 9 months ago. I appreciate how organized you are and you motivate me to do more. 😊

  • @KitchenFairy61
    @KitchenFairy61 5 місяців тому +14

    You have got the quietest dishwasher! You can't even hear it running! I'm amazed at all of your meal preparation!
    Thank you for another great year! I hope baby Acre had a fun first birthday 😊. Wow! How quickly a year passes! I'm looking forward to watching you for another year in 2024. You've inspired this woman of a certain age to buy a greenstalk and a Harvest Right freeze dryer that I'm paying off bit by bit. My Nakano chef's knife is amazing! Between you and Pam of Rose Red Homestead I'm doing so many things that I can hardly believe! I can't wait to harvest my garlic next summer. We've had so much rain where I live that I've got my fingers crossed that it doesn't rot. 🤞

  • @zoukon
    @zoukon 5 місяців тому +4

    One day I will get a bigger freezer and have room to make freezer meals. Either way I just enjoy watching the process.

  • @stacyh6418
    @stacyh6418 5 місяців тому +36

    If you don't want to mess with the tubular Manicotti noodles, using the giant shells is a great alternative. Also, we don't like using Ricotta as much either so we do half and half Ricotta and Cottage Cheese so it's not so Ricotta heavy. Your version looks yummy too though!

    • @klogns
      @klogns 5 місяців тому +3

      That's a great tip. Especially if using meat sauce. Thank you so much

    • @lkav1313
      @lkav1313 5 місяців тому +1

      I have a very hard time finding the jumbo shells in my area. I had to switch to manicotti.

    • @Celosia101
      @Celosia101 5 місяців тому +4

      Or use lasagna sheets and roll them up.

    • @cookiecookers5574
      @cookiecookers5574 5 місяців тому

      Does the ricotta/cottage mix freeze well?

    • @stacyh6418
      @stacyh6418 5 місяців тому

      @cookiecookers5574 I haven't had any issues with it! The cottage cheese is a little wet which is why we still use some Ricotta, to keep the structure.

  • @lynnrussell6736
    @lynnrussell6736 Місяць тому

    Becky, thank you so much for sharing these! Between full time job, trying to run a soap business, and starting to homestead these will come in so handy! We appreciate you!!!!

  • @simply2funcrafts-Cammy
    @simply2funcrafts-Cammy 5 місяців тому +2

    Knowing you live so close to me is so fun. i do hope that someday, to actually meet you in person, you truly are inspiring. Thank you

  • @lynndhering1218
    @lynndhering1218 5 місяців тому +7

    I went back and started watching some of your first episodes here on UA-cam. It's been amazing to see your growth in skills and becoming more comfortable in front of the camera. You've really settled into who you are and your vision for your channel. I love watching your videos on a regular basis. I enjoy your greetings of "Hello Friend" as you welcome us into your home and your kitchen each week. Thanks to you I've been able to find local farmers in my area so my family can enjoy home grown produce, veggies and pature raised meats. I've started small, but you've been a big influence on my family. Lol. Thanks to my obsession with watching your channel, my whole family has started on the whole food, meal prepping, canning, animal raising bandwagon. We even have an honorary Becky in our flock. Skies kind and sweet and definitely a mother hen. Thank you Becky for inviting us in each week. You're truly a breath of fresh air. ❤

  • @AuraSaid
    @AuraSaid 5 місяців тому +10

    I know you all have worked hard for what you have but I am so jealous every time I see your set up and gorgeous view! So looking forward to following along with 2024's garden and seeing what you make with the produce

    • @cynthiafisher9907
      @cynthiafisher9907 5 місяців тому +2

      It is a very nice house in a beautiful setting! I am so happy for her, she deserves nice things for all she gives to so many.

  • @maureenelsey3581
    @maureenelsey3581 5 місяців тому +4

    I forgot to mention that your energy is amazing and I love your ability to make so many recipes and adapt to what you have on hand. It makes me want to try new things.

  • @sondra6674
    @sondra6674 Місяць тому

    Love that Becky is so chill. "Oops, that's the blender cover on the floor. (giggles)." No worries. No temper. It's not a big deal to clean up.
    I also love her style of just approximating most things when appropriate, like when she divided the enchilada sauce. My flex is to get a ladle and count scoops into each dish. Becky just free poured, saving so much time. She has way more energy than I do, but she also doesn't make things hard on herself, so she can get more done faster & easier. Good reminder.

  • @katescaringcorner6765
    @katescaringcorner6765 5 місяців тому +9

    Hey, Becky! Love the creativity you have when marinating meat. I seem to draw a blank.
    Here’s a wee hint for you. When you are at the end of a bottle like mustard or ketchup and you’re fighting to get the last bit out, put the liquid that you’re also adding, like the oil, into the bottle, cap it and shake it like you want to kill it. Then just add both blended ingredients to your recipe. Easy peasy. Plus your salt doesn’t get plopped. 😂

  • @pamelameyer5371
    @pamelameyer5371 5 місяців тому +19

    I love the meat sauce version with bechamel! I have done the more usual with ricotta or cottage cheese. I usually don't precook the noodles, but add about a cup of water to the red sauce. It takes a bit longer to cook, but I don't trust myself to not break the noodles.

    • @cynthiafisher9907
      @cynthiafisher9907 5 місяців тому +1

      I was wondering if that would work. Thanks! It sounds so much easier.

    • @bunnobear
      @bunnobear 5 місяців тому +1

      I have always made it with dry noodles, ie cannelloni and added a 1/4 cup of water over the top to soak thru when cooking

  • @Jo-AnnBurch
    @Jo-AnnBurch 5 місяців тому +1

    Traditionally manicotti is filled with a cheese mixture and cannoli is filled with a meat mixture. Manicotti tubes are ridged, larger and slightly thicker. Cannelloni tubes are smooth, a touch smaller and slightly thinner.

  • @sindyspencer120
    @sindyspencer120 5 місяців тому +1

    Skirt steak cooked fast on the grill, sliced thin, wrapped in tortillas, equals fajitas! TexMex at its finest!

  • @agustinacampbell926
    @agustinacampbell926 5 місяців тому +29

    Merry belated Christmas Becky and happy new year 2024 !
    Love love love your blogs thanks for posting and all your hard work! Blessings ❤

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  5 місяців тому +7

      Thank you so much! I hope you have the BEST last couple days of 2023!

  • @user-vn8rg1mh5b
    @user-vn8rg1mh5b 5 місяців тому +15

    Love the recipes as always.
    When I make my manicotti I don’t pre-cook the shells because they will cook when baking and will soften when being stored. Comes out perfect every time!

    • @beccihayward975
      @beccihayward975 5 місяців тому +2

      I was going to say that also. Saves a step and they're easier to stuff as well.

    • @user-wn1gk2kg1w
      @user-wn1gk2kg1w 5 місяців тому +2

      I was wondering if you had to precook them! Thanks for the hint!

  • @annieireland623
    @annieireland623 5 місяців тому +11

    Thank you Becky I’ve started making my own freezer meals! ❤️🙏❤️🙏☮️

  • @annanderson7
    @annanderson7 4 місяці тому +1

    I have been wanting to do meal prepping. Thank you for doing this video

  • @Millenassang
    @Millenassang 5 місяців тому +8

    Haven t watched a becky video in 2 weeks because of meal prep and time with family. Watching back all those videos is gonna be awesome after the craziness👌

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  5 місяців тому +3

      I hope you had a great holiday with loved ones!

    • @Millenassang
      @Millenassang 5 місяців тому +2

      @@AcreHomesteadi indeed had it was awesome, after 6 months it was very needed, thx!

  • @ccshelbagabell7743
    @ccshelbagabell7743 5 місяців тому +5

    Love watching you while I recover from a broken hip. Oh how I wish I had freezer meals. My future self will be making lots of freezer meals❤

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  5 місяців тому +3

      OH gosh I'm sorry to hear about your hip! I hope you heal soon! Thanks for watching!

  • @theresaann7388
    @theresaann7388 Місяць тому

    You are really quite an amazing cook.. I love to watch you cook and explain what you are doing.. He put a lot of time and working to this, but I'm sure it is very much appreciated by your family and husband, Josh. That I can tell you really enjoy doing what you're doing.. God bless you and your family. Teresa, From jackson, Michigan.

  • @carey5821
    @carey5821 5 місяців тому +2

    when needing precooked chicken i cook it in the oven in a foil package with seasoning - its a really hands off method that lets you do other stuff in the mean time and it basically steams it and results in the most tender juicy chicken ever. highly recommend!

  • @shawnfoster6233
    @shawnfoster6233 5 місяців тому +4

    I get so excited when I see you've posted a video !

  • @hez5537
    @hez5537 5 місяців тому +5

    I love a freezer cooking meal video! You have the best ideas

  • @cheriekalel9578
    @cheriekalel9578 5 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for the beautiful format of your recipes that you link in the description box. They are so easy to read, and I love the page look! I so appreciate all the time you and your husband have put into your channel and website!❤

  • @sleepyheadsymphonies2640
    @sleepyheadsymphonies2640 4 місяці тому +1

    Sometimes I forget that I only ever watch Becky on 2x speed and then she says she needs more coffee and I'm like..but why?!

  • @mamabearlife7670
    @mamabearlife7670 4 місяці тому +5

    I just found this channel and I’m so excited to meal prep for the month! This is such a boss move cause I am a busy sister ❤ thank you

  • @LacieOwens
    @LacieOwens 5 місяців тому +3

    I love you Becky! I feel like we’re real friends 😂👍🏼. Thank you for being yourself 💯 and sharing all your kitchen and garden experiences with us! xx

    • @calypsosedenhomestead8107
      @calypsosedenhomestead8107 5 місяців тому +1

      Same! I’ll tell my husband little tidbits I learn from my “UA-cam BFF Becky” and he doesn’t question it 😂

    • @LacieOwens
      @LacieOwens 5 місяців тому +2

      @@calypsosedenhomestead8107 Exact same!!! The hubs appreciates her wisdom too.. especially when his tummy benefits from it! 🍽️😂🙌🏼

  • @ruthnamaste
    @ruthnamaste 2 дні тому

    I love your attitude and energy! 😍

  • @karenwadlin1761
    @karenwadlin1761 5 місяців тому +6

    So thankful for your videos. I am not big into UA-cam but you are so friendly and enjoyable to watch that I never miss one. I have used many of your recipes and I find myself making dishes ahead for the freezer. I do wish I had found you when I was much younger lol. My life would have been much easier. All the best in 2024 for you are your family 🎉 I look forward to all the new things you will bring ❤

  • @GardeningWarrior
    @GardeningWarrior 5 місяців тому +11

    O YAY! I get to feed prep with Becky. I had already cooked up 2 huge chickens last night and was wondering what to do with them , so you have inspired me. Thank you!

  • @debmoore629
    @debmoore629 5 місяців тому +2

    Planning out my garden for next year and this video came up! Love having pantry supplies available.

  • @jessicanoel3880
    @jessicanoel3880 8 днів тому

    Becky, i love your videos! Thank you! Do you happen to have any videos on canning/preserving your garden hauls? I've recently started a garden, and any preserving ideas/instructions would be a massive help 😂 thanks!

  • @fionaatkins
    @fionaatkins 5 місяців тому

    I always love watching your meal prep videos. Thanks so much for sharing!

  • @marymilligan1490
    @marymilligan1490 5 місяців тому +4

    Becky about the taquitoes(?) You mentioned you don't have an air fryer but you do have the convection option on your oven for those.😊

  • @brittanyw1817
    @brittanyw1817 5 місяців тому +7

    I love your channel so much❤ I've been subscribed for years. I'm a momma of 3 kids and love your 30 min meals and freezer meal prep videos

    • @AcreHomestead
      @AcreHomestead  5 місяців тому +2

      Aw thanks so much for all your support over the year!!

  • @myrnacruz9991
    @myrnacruz9991 Місяць тому

    I love watching you cook. You're really an amazing cook. Your youtube channel is the only one I watch.

  • @donnachildress2231
    @donnachildress2231 5 місяців тому

    So excited to see a freezer meal video today! Thank you Becky!

  • @user-ug2dd7dp8w
    @user-ug2dd7dp8w 5 місяців тому +6

    Learning a lot from you, Becky!!! THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING ❤️

  • @cynthiawilliamson5905
    @cynthiawilliamson5905 5 місяців тому +4

    I love Becky and all she shares with us! I love the grill as well!!

  • @southernladywithmanyhats7428
    @southernladywithmanyhats7428 5 місяців тому +1

    MY GOODNESS CAN you say YUM? Oh my word, I USED to have your energy! I wish I still had it so I could be a carbon copy of you cooking food for my freezer. Sigh at 66 years of age with heart trouble and more I just don't have it much like I used to. LOVE watching you though!!!! Just know you're very blessed and I really think you do know that! :) ALL of what you did today sounds just sooooo yummy!!!

  • @marniebryce8922
    @marniebryce8922 5 місяців тому +2

    Becky, you have such a beautiful kitchen to work in. The filming of your cooking days has improved 100%.

  • @marcialarson7617
    @marcialarson7617 5 місяців тому +7

    Love it so much when you do freezer meals Becky! All look so good! I can’t wait to try some of these! I love putting meals in my freezer.

  • @meganplessinger8222
    @meganplessinger8222 5 місяців тому +10

    Use cottage cheese in place of ricotta with your seasonings. Works perfectly ❤

    • @brendahughes3277
      @brendahughes3277 5 місяців тому

      I found that out many decades ago. Funny thing: my son hates cottage cheese, but likes anything with ricotta, so I'd use a fork to break down the cottage cheese curds into the same consistency as ricotta, since it costs about half the price of ricotta. He was a grown man with kids before he found out he'd been eating my lasagna made with what I called "homemade ricotta". 😂

  • @Deneishia_LeArtiste
    @Deneishia_LeArtiste 5 місяців тому +1

    Becky you bring me so much peace. Thank you for you!

  • @estherjarvis7047
    @estherjarvis7047 5 місяців тому

    All wonderful meals to put in freezer for hot meal after work! Thank you!

  • @berryknobberry2465
    @berryknobberry2465 5 місяців тому +6

    Freezer meal cooking videos are my favorite to watch! Im doing a freezer meal day tomorrow so may add a couple of these to my list.

  • @grandmaofthree897
    @grandmaofthree897 5 місяців тому +5

    I love listening to your channel and your enthusiasm. I have always tended towards making 2 meals while making our meals. I love having meals in the freezer! I have a surgery coming up so I need to make meals for sure!

    • @amandagoodlett5185
      @amandagoodlett5185 5 місяців тому

      I was thinking about doing it that way too. If I do that between now and March, I will have plenty of freezer meals when I need them in the busy gardening months.
      Becky- LOVE your videos! You are so inspiring and creative 😊😊

  • @jadeunknown5581
    @jadeunknown5581 5 місяців тому +1

    Love your videos, they’re very comforting.

  • @everydayadam1
    @everydayadam1 5 місяців тому +1

    My 4 yo granddaughter has been visiting for the holidays and has watched the past few videos with me. The other night she kept asking about my friend, “Bucky”. I couldn’t figure out who she was talking about until she said “your friend who we watch cook, Mimi!!” I then helped her learn to say “Miss Becky” more clearly🤣

  • @marcijo1059
    @marcijo1059 5 місяців тому +10

    Becky, I believe you can buy a separate air fryer lid for your Instapot, if you have the Instapot brand. My Insta pot came with both lids, and I'm pretty sure you can buy the fryer lid separately. One appliance, two different uses! It's amazing!

    • @christinatm
      @christinatm 5 місяців тому +3

      You can! Thats what I did, I also bought a slow cooker lid so I have all 3 in one 😊

  • @HawkGirl69
    @HawkGirl69 5 місяців тому +6

    I made your no knead bread recipe and it was amazing! Thank you ❤

  • @shannoncook9915
    @shannoncook9915 5 місяців тому

    I love watching these & get great ideas from you!
    Thank you!

  • @debbied3116
    @debbied3116 29 днів тому

    I really enjoy watching you make the freezer meals. Thanks for sharing!!