Vanlife Camping in Texas | Cozy Lakeside Making Chili

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  • @caraerickson4063
    @caraerickson4063 10 місяців тому +23

    When you fill up your tank maybe do your dishes right there. Then top off your tank with water. If you have a chance look up egg cookers. I use mine all the time and have one in my camper also. They hard boil eggs super fast with very little water. You can do about 7 at a time.

    • @Scorpio45Libra
      @Scorpio45Libra 9 днів тому +1

      My sister has one of those and she absolutely loves it. She keeps trying to talk me into getting one so I guess maybe I should. LOL

  • @Wacky_Whimsy
    @Wacky_Whimsy 7 місяців тому +2

    I only live a few hours from this, and have never been there, so I'm really glad to see this, I will have to check it out! Love, A Texan who eats beans in her chili :)

  • @TinyDancinKoi
    @TinyDancinKoi 10 місяців тому +17

    I live in Texas and honestly, I had no idea that chili was our state dish...you learn something new every day

  • @dominicong
    @dominicong 10 місяців тому +164

    Can someone tell me why Ryan doesn't have 1 million subscribers, subscribe to this man yo. He should have minimum 500k subs for his content!

    • @PAwader
      @PAwader 10 місяців тому +17

      He's growing and still relatively new. When I first subscribed he was at around 50k and that was around a year ago.

    • @ColinKSU
      @ColinKSU 10 місяців тому +10

      For real. I’m always hyped when I see a new video pop up. It’s great chill content.

    • @bluesk8crew
      @bluesk8crew 10 місяців тому +5

      Definetly one of my fav van channels at the moment I enjoy vancity van life as well but Ryan's very good at these videos and always makes 10 outa 10 videos !

    • @Wsozupogang
      @Wsozupogang 10 місяців тому +4

      he needs to pick up girls from every state an make movies 🤣😂🫡

    • @mrmoore1423
      @mrmoore1423 10 місяців тому +2

      @@nus-vb8nsit’s just souvenirs from everywhere he goes

  • @Thebigwand
    @Thebigwand 10 місяців тому +5

    This is me picturing myself in a vanlife ❤❤❤❤

  • @janicegriffin645
    @janicegriffin645 10 місяців тому +3

    Lake Meredith, 45 miles from me! I watch you all the time!!! Welcome to Texas and the Big A !!!

    • @woahtzee
      @woahtzee 7 місяців тому

      Same! I live in Friona!

  • @SamAlexander1
    @SamAlexander1 10 місяців тому +17

    I tried to tent camp there on an amazing overlook at Lake Meredith a little over a year ago, but the flies were SO bad I had to pack up. It was the worst I'd ever seen, sitting down my legs and arms were covered instantly. Amazing seeing it from another angle, and you can't beat free! Thanks for the amazing video.

  • @kevinpittman6592
    @kevinpittman6592 10 місяців тому +7

    Use damp paper towels under the cutting board so it stops sliding around on you!!:)

  • @Squadtemper
    @Squadtemper 10 місяців тому +31

    U know its a good day when ryan uploads ❤

  • @jenniferrose7346
    @jenniferrose7346 10 місяців тому +6

    Ryan. You drive me crazy not filling up your water tank all the way!!!!!!!

  • @leazer44
    @leazer44 10 місяців тому +12

    I just had chili today that my sis made! Perfect for a chilly day! You need your own cooking channel! I’m so inspired by you and makes me hopeful of cooking for one when I hit the road!👍🏾

  • @aidenhawton6113
    @aidenhawton6113 10 місяців тому +2

    My wife and I absolutely love watching your videos

  • @LordofStormsEnd
    @LordofStormsEnd 10 місяців тому +6

    Woahh me and Ryan were doing vanlife in the same state for the first time!

  • @ZekeFilms
    @ZekeFilms 10 місяців тому +7

    I personally love when the grocery trips are in the videos.

  • @WaveIan
    @WaveIan 10 місяців тому +3

    Looked damn good! The nice thing about chili is that it's so versatile! Like corn in it? Roast some up and slice it in! Want it hotter? Easy! I personally love to have some roasted serrano and Anaheim peppers, even hatch green chilis add some pop to it. I grew up in a house that did it with beans, but spice wise we kept it very Tex-Mex. When you have extra mouths to feed, the beans stretch the recipe and can add a lot of extra flavor and texture. I realized I didn't say what type of beans, so stretching out the recipe with some kidney beans bulks up the recipe, and some navy beans or black beans for some flavor. Any beans you like will add a creamier texture to the recipe especially with leftovers. Keep killin it Ryan!

  • @Scoopz1
    @Scoopz1 10 місяців тому +7

    It’s an awesome feeling when Ryan uploads! Made my day better!

    • @RogersSu
      @RogersSu 10 місяців тому

      YES love it - can’t wait to watch.

  • @nomaderic
    @nomaderic 10 місяців тому +7

    I've slept in that same campground in the exact same spot. I even made a video about it on my channel because i was shocked how beautiful that spot was and that it was completely free. Especially being in the texas panhandle which is pretty desolate in alot of places. Definitely was one of my favorite spots I've stayed in on the road

  • @shanemacdonald1147
    @shanemacdonald1147 10 місяців тому +1

    You should get a small blackstone griddle

  • @NLJFamily
    @NLJFamily 10 місяців тому +4

    We were there camping two months ago for the Annular Solar Eclipse! Such an amazing spot / hidden gem! ❤

  • @karenlemke8162
    @karenlemke8162 10 місяців тому +1

    Peaceful fun video , like the little slow motion thrown in there

  • @mscattale
    @mscattale 10 місяців тому +3

    Beans in chili I think is preference! I actually like them in my chili. I use ground beef or ground venison.

  • @moricey4776
    @moricey4776 10 місяців тому +4

    You have a chili stew, potato is for stews. It’s all good when you cook. 👍🏻🇺🇸☕️☕️

    • @josephdover198
      @josephdover198 5 місяців тому +1

      He was right to keep calling it a stew. I'm sure you noticed he didn't put the potatoes in the stew but that's not any type of chili that I've ever had. The beef cuts were stew meat that you could also use for kabobs. Maybe they do things different in Texas. It looks good regardless.

  • @EllieAussie..
    @EllieAussie.. 10 місяців тому +4

    Love and peace from Australia as always Ryan 🦘😘😘

  • @sidsid658
    @sidsid658 10 місяців тому +2

    im currently in my class but this wont stop me from watching ryan’s video

  • @gingerkirby8208
    @gingerkirby8208 10 місяців тому +2

    Chili is good topped with some sour cream and shredded cheese. Maybe some chopped green onion or chives. The potatoes looked great!

  • @Astrosproductions1
    @Astrosproductions1 10 місяців тому +4

    Been watching you for over a year now crazy to see how far you’ve come dude keep going your the goat❤🎉

  • @bonnierodger7719
    @bonnierodger7719 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for your inspiration. I’m in my DIY Sprinter, not completed, but driving anyways…lol. Unfortunately I got the flu yesterday. I’m grateful for hot tea and bananas. Watching your videos gives me strength. I will make homemade soup tomorrow and get well.

  • @entee4116
    @entee4116 10 місяців тому +9

    Ryan - I watch a video of yours every night, without forwarding which i rarely do with other videos. They are so so relaxing. I have insomnia so they really help. Thank you!

    • @michelef9166
      @michelef9166 10 місяців тому +2

      It's probably his voice. Ryan has, what I call, a nice milky voice."

  • @loridarlin1
    @loridarlin1 10 місяців тому +6

    Ryan sweetie, you used stew meat! You’re supposed to use ground beef or chili meat (a coarse ground beef) 😂 Me, from South Texas 🤠

  • @monicasepulveda7569
    @monicasepulveda7569 10 місяців тому +1

    Another great video Ryan ! You are the best!! Thanks 😍

  • @angelinahaane
    @angelinahaane 10 місяців тому

    If you plan on going through Las Vegas, PLEASE PLEASEEEEE TRY Red Rice LV. They cook Chamorro (cha-more-roe) food. Look around the menu and if you still can’t decide get the Hafa-Adai (Ha-Fuh-Day) Plate . 100% recommend .

  • @wilburbateman5459
    @wilburbateman5459 10 місяців тому +1

    You should check out Edge of the World near Flagstaff, AZ. Best camping spot I've ever been to!

  • @LJ-us7js
    @LJ-us7js 10 місяців тому

    i get so anxious when you cook!
    a bigger cutting board always gives me a huge sense of relief and safety.
    i like that you’re using a nice sharp knife now but it can be weird adjusting. you should put a towel under your cutting board so it doesn’t slide around.

  • @nmoconnors
    @nmoconnors 10 місяців тому +2

    loving the videos super excited to see your new build!

  • @kiawilliams5541
    @kiawilliams5541 10 місяців тому +2

    I think Ryan sounds like Jeremy Sisto when speaking. Great video👍🏾

  • @glamperjan
    @glamperjan 10 місяців тому

    Clean that fan boy! Snaps right out, held in by clips. Easy peasy.❤

  • @houlester
    @houlester 10 місяців тому

    You’re like a good sitcom. Thank you.

  • @salan00
    @salan00 10 місяців тому

    I really wanna see winter camping with these cozy meals!!

  • @Carter_Edwards
    @Carter_Edwards 10 місяців тому +2

    I love these Videos! You are currently my favorite UA-camr on here!

  • @brahmincalgary9239
    @brahmincalgary9239 10 місяців тому +1

    That's a van load of garlic on all that food !!!! Great videos Ryan, thanks for making them.

  • @andrewlaplante9728
    @andrewlaplante9728 10 місяців тому +1

    Damn I love chili it's sogood in the winter live the van life videos been watching y for a whole and I wanna try your potato leak soup looked delicious

  • @roger3786
    @roger3786 10 місяців тому

    ... you stayed in the exact same spot I did - [Dec '21] - however it was 17* F , glad you have better weather ... safe travels ...

  • @sphillerz
    @sphillerz 10 місяців тому +2

    Always a good day when mr twomey uploads

  • @danlee2129
    @danlee2129 10 місяців тому +2

    My guy! You were on flipping dr. Phil!!!!!😮

  • @toddlongsworth-fw9bo
    @toddlongsworth-fw9bo 10 місяців тому

    The fela kuti beats at beginning were awesome.

  • @conniebradley9307
    @conniebradley9307 10 місяців тому +1

    He surely has the personality and the voice to do anything he wants to achieve throughout his entire life !!!
    He will definitely never be an under rated man in his life … Happy Holidays !!!
    🎄❤️🎄

  • @jacquelineacosta4291
    @jacquelineacosta4291 10 місяців тому +1

    Ryan, another great video! You’re awesome and this vid made me feel right at home there with you 👍. Have been there but didn’t camp. Great views. Enjoy your downtime. Stay safe. ❤

  • @carlosinzunza3213
    @carlosinzunza3213 10 місяців тому +1

    I’m low key jealous of Ryan 😂😂wish I could do that

  • @woltertom
    @woltertom 10 місяців тому +2

    Hey Ryan! You’ve got elephant garlic there. It’s great when treated like a vegetable and not as pungent as “regular” garlic. Also, chili is a form of stew and what you made looks great!

  • @imagaymustard673
    @imagaymustard673 10 місяців тому

    dude lovin the van life and cooking

  • @JuanCarbajal-oe5pj
    @JuanCarbajal-oe5pj 10 місяців тому +1

    My boy Ryan the 🐐 always supporting have blessed monday❤

  • @frankiesmart1113
    @frankiesmart1113 10 місяців тому +1

    I'm with you Ryan. Long live van life! Hell yeah hot chili!👍👊👍

  • @Bamzillia007
    @Bamzillia007 10 місяців тому

    I really cant thank you enough for these vidoes!

  • @soledadgonzalez7617
    @soledadgonzalez7617 7 місяців тому

    Loved your area of camping !!! So beautiful and l love to see your cooking !!! I watch out fo r cookin tips and also from comments , i gater tips for cooking tips !! Love your videos !!! Thanks 😊

  • @stephenkrus
    @stephenkrus 10 місяців тому +1

    Welcome back to Texas... Mr. Travellin' Man. ✨👍

  • @Miqwelll
    @Miqwelll 10 місяців тому

    Happy 1 year of watching, since the Vanlife gaming chill winter day video I’ve been hooked on the uploads

  • @DenaInWyo
    @DenaInWyo 10 місяців тому +1

    I always use chipotles in adobo for chili as well. They're nice and smoky and CONSISTENT. With jalapenos you just never know what you're getting. They might be as spicy as a bell pepper or they might melt your face. The chipotles are always the same level of heat so you know what you're working with.

  • @excalibur2417
    @excalibur2417 10 місяців тому +1

    Can't wait to watch this

  • @basic_le4857
    @basic_le4857 10 місяців тому

    the way you held that onion, the way the onion moved, and how sharp that knife is; I was holding my breath

  • @spiel3333
    @spiel3333 9 місяців тому

    It's funny how you can make just getting water half way interesting. Your really good at video editing.

  • @navyvet7138
    @navyvet7138 10 місяців тому +2

    Beans in Chili is a must, Chilli without beans is just a topping for a hotdog or fries

  • @caitlintrevor
    @caitlintrevor 10 місяців тому

    We always had chili over fried potatoes with cheese on top. Yum❤

  • @jon1805
    @jon1805 10 місяців тому

    your cooking is getting better in every video. keep working on those knife skills, and keep it sharp. favorite part of the vids

  • @HunterHuff-cb8md
    @HunterHuff-cb8md 10 місяців тому +1

    Let’s goo your the beat

  • @nate.mendez19
    @nate.mendez19 10 місяців тому +1

    Some of my favourite parts of the videos are when you go to the grocery store

  • @Scarhead_Ed
    @Scarhead_Ed 10 місяців тому +2

    God Bless Texas 🖤

    • @thommycarlson5213
      @thommycarlson5213 10 місяців тому +2

      "GOD BLESS TEXAS!!! "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."

  • @infiniteinspirations8146
    @infiniteinspirations8146 10 місяців тому +1

    Appreciate the content, Ryan! I’m an avid watcher of your adventures, keep up the great work!

  • @eggzfrags
    @eggzfrags 10 місяців тому

    On Iowa / Minnesota style chili I always put a crap ton of shredded cheese on top and skip the sour cream

  • @andrewturco
    @andrewturco 10 місяців тому

    Good ole Texas Red! Great job

  • @Tronald81
    @Tronald81 10 місяців тому +1

    Awesome spot!!! This one hits home for sure. Grew up swimming here, and I take my kids here all the time. You should hit up the Canadian River next time. There are always some colorful people on the riverbed, and it's just west of Meredith. Can't beat the free lake spots though, good work sir! Well done on the chili.

    • @wille3573
      @wille3573 10 місяців тому

      Would look a lot better with trees…lake Martin in Alabama of all places looks better

  • @camcalizaya
    @camcalizaya 10 місяців тому

    I love your videos 🥺 this time I was patiently waiting for you to do the dishes lol

  • @jon1805
    @jon1805 10 місяців тому

    in hawaii, serving chili over rice is the way to go, bonus points for mac salad on the side.

  • @wavy0999
    @wavy0999 10 місяців тому

    hey ryan or whoever is reading this, i hope you are having a blessed day, i started watchin from your video with simplistic and I am so glad he did that video! put me on to an amazing creator! Been without power due to a tornado now i can watch ur vid!

  • @habibimemes
    @habibimemes 10 місяців тому +2

    More videos man.. one video a day is too small. I wanna see more some more cool stuff. Also show your surounding and keep up the good work. You are thr best van life youtuber

  • @spacecow5000
    @spacecow5000 10 місяців тому +1

    The biggest difference between Texas Chili is that it’s a whole meal by itself, but New Mexico chile is kinda like a condiment that just goes on everything. Red, green or Christmas style you can put it on any meal to make it New Mexican 😋

  • @LookOutside...
    @LookOutside... 10 місяців тому

    Way more chili powder and no tomatoes is the Texas recipe I’m used to. Well done using cubed roast beef and not ground beef. Those potatoes looked amazing.

  • @lisagreen2894
    @lisagreen2894 10 місяців тому +1

    I live in Indiana. I was a little disappointed that you didn’t spend a little time in the Midwest.

  • @theathjr
    @theathjr 10 місяців тому +1

    Ryan there is chili and then there is chili beans. Some of the best chili beans are portagee beans. Shout out to my father in laws family The Oliveira’s. Linguica is the key addition Ryan.

    • @theathjr
      @theathjr 10 місяців тому +1

      Central California.

  • @JOSHUAtrx22
    @JOSHUAtrx22 10 місяців тому +2

    You deserve an oscar 😊❤🖤🙏

  • @JamesAndersen-w2y
    @JamesAndersen-w2y 10 місяців тому

    Hey welcome back to Texas

  • @scottyjackson6665
    @scottyjackson6665 3 місяці тому

    Love the channel. Fill up water at nearly any gas station. One day I'm gonna get rid of my junk and do van life. One day....

  • @fredfleming8905
    @fredfleming8905 10 місяців тому

    While you are in Texas go to the Palo Duro Canyon by Amarillo, Texas. It's called the Grand Canyon of Texas. Pretty cool and this time of year it will be nice temperatures.

  • @MV407tv
    @MV407tv 10 місяців тому +2

    Makes me want to go on a road trip lol

  • @snowyus3799
    @snowyus3799 10 місяців тому

    Im originally from stinnett (very close to lake meredith). Its really cool that you came out

  • @ToastMalone824
    @ToastMalone824 10 місяців тому

    Always a great day when you upload bro

  • @rhamjeremy
    @rhamjeremy 10 місяців тому

    This is a great channel dude. I’m hooked

  • @Just-looking1234
    @Just-looking1234 3 місяці тому

    I love beef jerky. I see u buy it all the time. Teriyaki is the best kind..
    You can make some on a trip. Very easy to make. In the Oven or a plug in dehydrator

  • @feliciajohnson3502
    @feliciajohnson3502 3 місяці тому

    Meal looks amazing!! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

  • @bettygarcia5963
    @bettygarcia5963 10 місяців тому +1

    Wow! Small world Ryan I just crossed the Oklahoma & Texas border too😂❤

  • @velvaseay622
    @velvaseay622 10 місяців тому +2

    Hey Ryan that chili looked so good. Safe travels to you.

    • @RogersSu
      @RogersSu 10 місяців тому

      I love how you research food places, try a couple and then replicate in your own special way!

  • @MartinWilsey
    @MartinWilsey 10 місяців тому +1

    Add shredded cheese on top!

  • @jspizzle09
    @jspizzle09 10 місяців тому +1

    Great vid 🔥🔥

  • @etrimbleable
    @etrimbleable 10 місяців тому

    Looks safe enough.

  • @anthonyperrone6008
    @anthonyperrone6008 10 місяців тому

    Twomey you the man!!!

  • @tonymartin9938
    @tonymartin9938 10 місяців тому

    You are correct calling it a stew. Just Chilli flavored.

  • @1904-d3x
    @1904-d3x 10 місяців тому

    next time at Walmart or sams pick up a dutch oven pot. instead of wasting pro-pain or gas. for 3 hours simmer you can pop on ya stove and that same pot to your oven or a fire pit. they are awesome. i just last month picked up on from sams club for 19bucks. neway looks amazing delicious. thanks for bring us along happy safe travels dude. p.s. your channel is right up there with MAV i absolutely enjoy it. keep on vanning

  • @glamperjan
    @glamperjan 10 місяців тому

    Ryan, GET a Water Bandit. It's for spigot that are not threaded.

  • @beefage
    @beefage 10 місяців тому

    Those potatoes looked awesome! Going to have to try them.

  • @RogersSu
    @RogersSu 10 місяців тому

    Hi Ryan - just subscribed. You have a wonderful casual, fun approach to life. Very inspiring. And love your van cooking!! Fearless! Please come back to Canada and visit Cape Breton, NS and Newfoundland - especially Gros Mourne National Park and the Viking settlement in L’Anse aux Meadows - you won’t be sorry - right up your alley of gorgeous views.

  • @SJOLLY4570
    @SJOLLY4570 6 місяців тому

    Ryan, most Loves truck stops have water if you pull in where the trucks get diesel from. I know you have a filter.