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  • Опубліковано 11 гру 2024

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  • @cartooncat4580
    @cartooncat4580 4 дні тому +412

    Julia, I don’t know if you’ll see this, but you deserve all the success you’ve had. Many YT’ers use clickbait, kids for content, etc, and here you consistently deliver budget friendly HEALTHY recipes. You are a gem. Thank you.

  • @shirleygiordano7627
    @shirleygiordano7627 4 дні тому +202

    Sharing with everyone. Julia, I am poor, and i was buying ramen noodles and other unhealthy foods because they are affordable. Thank you so much for these videos, I am learning how to eat healthy on a tight budget. Bless your heart. ❤😊
    -Shirley and Skittles Marie 🐱 🐈

    • @leewillers4621
      @leewillers4621 2 дні тому +5

      @@shirleygiordano7627 that is so awesome!! I wish Julia was around when I was young, struggling and had no money past , rent, bus fare and cheap foods!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +9

      Thank you so very much for sharing that with me, Shirley. I appreciate you being so sweet and sharing your situation with the rest of us. I do hope that these ideas help you my friend. Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback and I’m glad that these ideas will help you💜💜💜

    • @TooLazyToFail
      @TooLazyToFail День тому +3

      Yes! I often wish I could record a bunch of these videos onto VHS and send them back to college-aged me.

    • @John-wp7kl
      @John-wp7kl День тому +1

      ❤❤❤❤

  • @marjorydefloria8317
    @marjorydefloria8317 4 дні тому +204

    Julie, you show how a person of paycheck to paycheck can eat healthy and well with just a little effort. Only you did 80% of the work! Bravo😊

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +2

      Well thank you so very much! I’m so glad I could help. That means a lot to me, marjory💜💜💜

  • @sherylcrawford8201
    @sherylcrawford8201 4 дні тому +180

    Julia, at the risk of repeating myself from a previous video, you are an amazing young woman. My husband and I are both retired and living on Social Security checks. Your budget friendly menus are a life saver. Thank you. ❤

    • @janetflier6192
      @janetflier6192 3 дні тому +6

      Same here!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +3

      Oh, Sheryl, thank you so very much. I’m really happy to hear that you and your husband appreciate my videos so much it means a lot to have viewers like you. Thank you so much! I really love hearing these kinds of positive comments. I hope you know that!💜💜💜

    • @Yahoo12
      @Yahoo12 23 години тому

      Next year when seniors lose benefits we will need Julia’s help to stretch the budget when the food prices skyrocket. 😢 U.S. had lower inflation and prices compared to other countries. A lot of our food sources come from Mexico & Canada.

  • @adellababb8150
    @adellababb8150 4 дні тому +85

    I'm watching you as I do my dishes. I was giggling at your big smile as you held up your cans at the store. Then your onion running away made me laugh. Have a great day!!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  3 дні тому +4

      Oh my gosh! I know! Just my luck. Ha ha. Thank you so very much, Adella. You’re the best and I’m so happy to have you here today💜💜💜

  • @amymaag3507
    @amymaag3507 2 дні тому +13

    The idea of throwing the chili over the top of baked potatoes is just AWESOME! I don't know WHY after so many years of cooking, I have never thought to do this!!! Thanks Julia!!!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  20 годин тому

      You’re so very welcome, Amy! I definitely hope you enjoy your baked potato this way🙌🏼🙌🏼

    • @whiskee13
      @whiskee13 2 години тому +1

      Chili is also delicious served over baked sweet potatoes!! Both are favorites in our household :)

  • @nanasewdear
    @nanasewdear 4 дні тому +55

    Your shopping trip reminded me of when I was in my 30's and cooking for a husband and 5 kiddos. I would take a $20 bill and a calculator and get the best ingredients I could. Now we are retired and I still appreciate the need to be frugal. Thanks, Julia and happy holidays to you and your family!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +4

      Thank you so very much for sharing that experience. I am sure that was a difficult time. Such a large family to feed with so little money. I sure do appreciate you and your support and I hope you have a wonderful rest of your holiday season💚❤️💚

  • @joannc147
    @joannc147 4 дні тому +75

    There’s a certain casualness you have with the way you stir as well as the manner in which you spice up the dishes - love that! You cook to live, not “live to cook”. No extensive ingredient list or complicated prep work, yay! I’m also delighted to see a week’s worth of eating without chicken or hamburger 🤣 You are down-to-earth, my dear. Keep posting!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +2

      Well thank you so very much, Joann. That is wonderful feedback! I truly am grateful for your positive comment. It definitely helps me and I hope you enjoy some of these meals. Have a great rest of your week☃️☃️

  • @HopeFaithfulLife
    @HopeFaithfulLife 4 дні тому +63

    Let's get this sweet lady 900K followers by Christmas! Julia thank you for bing so sensitive to those of us who are struggling to get by. Your a hero and i'm so delighted you use your platform for good things. -Love, hope

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому

      You’re the absolute best. Thank you so very much for your wonderful shout out! I really appreciate my wonderful viewers like you. I do hope that these ideas help you and thank you so much again💜💜💜

  • @joseph5348
    @joseph5348 4 дні тому +42

    You help so many people in these tough times make affordable HEALTHY MEALS,Thank you very much!!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      You're so very welcome! I'm so glad this video is helping!🙌🏼

  • @mississippigirl
    @mississippigirl 4 дні тому +45

    Hi Julia! I am especially thankful for these budget friendly meals. I must confess that I have spent a bit too much on the holidays, so these meals are a welcomed blessing. You have continually shown me that delicious meals don't have to be expensive. I love to watch your Sunday videos for the content, and your sweet personality is so uplifting. May you and your family be blessed.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +2

      That means the world to me. Thank you so much for your positive words of love and encouragement. It means so much to have a loyal follower like you! I appreciate that so much and I hope you know that. I do hope that these ideas help. Spending too much seems to be the nature of things at this time of year. I hope these ideas help and thank you so much again💜💜💜☃️

  • @DanaS9807
    @DanaS9807 4 дні тому +38

    Her cookbook has been such a blessing to our family. We love all her recipes. Looking forward to her next cookbook.

    • @richh.1010
      @richh.1010 4 дні тому +4

      This year I bought four cookbooks for family and friends. Great simple and delicious recipes. Makes a great holiday gift too.

    • @DragonQueenx1
      @DragonQueenx1 4 дні тому +2

      I bought 3 of them took one to work and got several more sold to the Mom's for their girls. The cookbook is fantastic!!!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Oh, Dana, thank you so very much! I really appreciate that wonderful shout out about my cookbook. And yes, I i’m thinking about my new one. Have a great week and thank you so much again💜💜💜

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      @richh wow! Thank you so very much for purchasing so many cookbooks for family and friends. That is awesome🙌🏼🙌🏼

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      @Dragonqueen that’s amazing! Thank you so much. Your support means a lot to me and I hope you know it💜💜

  • @jerri117
    @jerri117 4 дні тому +28

    These are some great recipes and so easy! My husband loves bean burritos, he used to get those from taco bell all the time, and it wasn't too long ago he said he missed them. I think I'll surprise him with some this week. Thank you Julia for always coming through for us! Have a blessed week! 💕

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  3 дні тому +4

      That’s awesome! I really hope he enjoys these bean burritos. Hope they’re better than Taco Bell! Ha ha. Thank you so much, Jerri 💜💜 hope you’re having a wonderful day!!

  • @aimee2234
    @aimee2234 4 дні тому +20

    These meals are perfect for anyone. We should always try to save, struggling or not. Thank you for sharing, Julia and have a blessed and wonderful week! xoxo

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      I really appreciate your kind words and I hope you have a wonderful week too, Aimee 💖

  • @beloftex43
    @beloftex43 3 дні тому +16

    Another good way to use your leftover chili is to make chili spaghetti. Just cook your pasta and heat up your chili and put it over the top of your noodles so good and inexpensive. Your meals look delicious.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому +1

      That’s a great idea! I really do appreciate you sharing that with everyone. Hope you enjoy some of these meals and thank you so much again🙌🏼

  • @TooLazyToFail
    @TooLazyToFail День тому +6

    The Walmart frozen veggies are SO GOOD. I kind of like Walmart, at least in my area, but my wife can't stand the vibe. To people like her: Try the curbside pickup! This lets you get the value without the shopping experience which, like I said, I enjoy but you may not!
    I love how excited you are about the good food in front of you. I recently volunteered at a food bank drive-up distribution line and I felt the same way. "This is such good food! I'm so excited for you to have it!"
    (Which is another reminder to those trying to eat on a budget: If you're strapped for cash, the local food bank is there for you! They are excited to get food onto your plate, and judgment-free.)

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  19 годин тому

      This is very true! Thank you so very much for sharing that positive comment about the food bank. If people have one in their area, that is a great way to get some of the basics. And thank you so very much for your positive feedback and comment. That means a lot to me! I hope you have a great week and thank you so much again🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @melaniev4390
    @melaniev4390 4 дні тому +18

    I just.ordered another copy.of your cookbook!:) I bought the first copy to have some easy recipes to teach my teenagers how to cook. My mom was visiting and really liked your book, so I'm ordering her a copy. What's funny is, I never thought I'd be ordering my mom a good book. My dad is a retired chef. He has always done the cooking, and the recipes live in his head. But his health isn't great and recently.He had to have surgery on his wrist, my mom has had to do some of the cooking. It turns out she likes to do it, but she needs some easy to read, easy to use recipes. And of course they are on a limited budget and so the fact that the recipes are so budget friendly is a big help to them as well. ❤

  • @marlooostmeyer2778
    @marlooostmeyer2778 4 дні тому +8

    I just found your channel and I'm so grateful I did. My husband has been out of work for the past several months so I am really pulling in the reigns on spending. My grocery costs is one area I know I can cut, and you're budget recipes will make it so much easier to do that. Thank you for all you put in to this channel to share with us these awesome and affordable recipes! Greatly appreciated.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Thank you so very much for finding me! I am so happy you did too. I do hope that these ideas help you and I’m really sorry to hear that your husband‘s been out of work for so long. Thank you so very much for joining me here and I hope you enjoy these meals. Welcome to my UA-cam family💜💜

  • @heathercollins6464
    @heathercollins6464 4 дні тому +21

    The view of those mountains are gorgeous! I just ordered your cookbook as a holiday gift to myself 🥰

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  3 дні тому

      Well thank you so very much for ordering my cookbook. I really hope you enjoy it! You’re the best. And yes! The backdrop to this particular Walmart is so pretty. It’s kind of crazy! Have a great rest of your week and thank you so much again, Heather☃️💜

    • @RC-vw2dg
      @RC-vw2dg 4 години тому

      I bought this cookbook for my 14 year old son and it made him love cooking. He has problems with confidence but reading your book and seeing all the possible additions and substitutions gave him the confidence he needs to become an experimental chef and try new things. Thank you!

  • @GuesswhoisaCubsFan
    @GuesswhoisaCubsFan 4 дні тому +16

    Thanks for all of the recipes and showing you can eat on a budget. Many of the things are a staple in my home.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      You are so very welcome! I’m glad you liked those recipes and that they are budget-friendly for you!☃️

  • @amberporter8777
    @amberporter8777 4 дні тому +15

    This is wonderful!!! Great for families and empty nester! Making food stretch is so important!! I bought your cookbook last week for Christmas gifts!! Appreciate your passion

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Thank you so very much for purchasing my cookbooks! I sure hope everyone enjoys it💜Thank you so much for your positive feedback too. You have a great rest of your week, Amber!!

  • @mn9129
    @mn9129 4 години тому

    Again and again you prove that you're my absolute favourite budget cooking account on UA-cam. Julia, you're a gem!

  • @rosef5264
    @rosef5264 2 дні тому +4

    You made a delicious chili recipe and many affordable, yummy recipes that are easy to follow. This will help many families and people who are on a tight budget. Thank you! 😊

  • @jerigabbard6825
    @jerigabbard6825 4 дні тому +19

    I hope that you are going to do a Christmas dinner, way before Christmas, so we will have time to plan!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +4

      Thank you so very much for that wonderful suggestion! Yes! It will be live at this Sunday. I hope you love it and are able to use some of the recipes, Jeri🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @mayachaoui814
    @mayachaoui814 4 години тому

    In a world where social media influencers are flaunting how much money they’ve squandered on luxury shopping hauls, you keep things humble, real, and kind. It’s very much appreciated. Wishing you and your family continued wellness and joy.

  • @bunniesandroses499
    @bunniesandroses499 4 дні тому +8

    you are educating people and making the world a better place, you should be a Food Ambassador and travel the world educating people. XXOO luv you

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      That would be the best job ever! I would love to meet all of you especially. Thank you so much and I hope you have a great rest of your week my friend💜💜

  • @karendegeyter2937
    @karendegeyter2937 4 дні тому +12

    Mrs. Julia the family will love these. Thank you so much ❤. Your amazing. Hope you have a great day today and everyday 😊.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  3 дні тому +1

      You're so very welcome! I'm so glad you're going to try them and thank you so much for your wonderful comment. I really appreciate it, Karen💜💜💜

    • @karendegeyter2937
      @karendegeyter2937 3 дні тому

      @JuliaPacheco And I truly do appreciate you Mrs.Julia.

  • @hag_stone_dragon
    @hag_stone_dragon 22 години тому +1

    So simple yet wonderfully creative! I look forward to your videos and love how you can create such yummy meals within a tight budget. Thanks for everything you do!

  • @heidigartman6089
    @heidigartman6089 4 дні тому +6

    Good morning Julia, some amazing meal ideas today especially with high costs at the grocery store. $15/week seems unreal but youve made it happen again. ❤👏

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Oh, Heidi, thank you so very much! Your positive feedback means so much and I appreciate hearing that. I hope my meals help and take care of yourself💜💜

  • @judyricci6210
    @judyricci6210 4 дні тому +5

    What a blessing you are……so many wonderful but practical ideas. It’s good to know that even in these days of high food prices we can eat well!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Thank you so very much, Judy. I appreciate that so much. You are so kind and I consider you a blessing to me as well. I hope that these ideas help and thank you so much again my friend☃️

  • @littleonion7171
    @littleonion7171 4 дні тому +10

    Thank you for being there for me every Sunday morning to give me a little dinner inspiration ❤ I always look forward to it and I appreciate you so much. I hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas 🎄🎁🎉

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      Well thank you so much! I appreciate you being here every Sunday for me. Thank you so much for your kind words and a very merry Christmas to you too my friend💚❤️💚

  • @MichelleCottingham-iz7eu
    @MichelleCottingham-iz7eu 4 дні тому +10

    I love these budget friendly meal plans you do! ❤

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      I am so glad! Thank you so much for sharing your positive comment, Michelle and I definitely hope they help💜💜

  • @alliXo7
    @alliXo7 3 дні тому +1

    Thank you for turning your knowledge into a philosophy, even though this isn't a necessity for you to get by anymore. ❤
    I'm no longer living with food insecurity, but even though I can afford food, I struggle to structure my meal planning to minimize food waste.
    Your examples help a TON.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому +1

      Thank you so much for Sharing that. I am so glad it has helped you!💜💜

  • @maryokeefe2144
    @maryokeefe2144 4 дні тому +5

    You're amazing! Thank you for all you do. (Great recipes every week for years)

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      Thank you so much, Mary! I am so happy to have you here and I really appreciate your loyal support. Thank you so much for being with me every week and I hope you enjoy some of these meals💜💜💜

  • @vickygarms9097
    @vickygarms9097 4 дні тому +3

    Julia... I just love love love watching and reading your recipes. I even bought a book! 😊 your dishes is a lifesaver for my sensory children. The flavor and spices is just perfect! Even my crowd pleasers love it! I tell them It's Julia Pacheco's recipes. Not 1 complaints. French pizza is #1 favorite in my household. Save me money from having order them. Thank you!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому

      Oh, Vicky, thank you so very much for sharing that. I am really happy to hear that your children enjoy my recipes. I am sure that is difficult to work with sensory issues. Definitely challenging I am sure. Your feedback is so awesome and I really appreciate it so much. Thank you so much again and you have a great rest of your week💜💜💜

  • @sherryliberto6749
    @sherryliberto6749 4 дні тому +6

    One word, "yum". Thanks for sharing. Have a fabulous day. Sending love and big hugs Sherry 💚 ❤

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Thank you so very much for your kind words, Sherry! 💚💚💚

  • @natashak3387
    @natashak3387 4 дні тому +16

    Thank you so much for sharing this and taking the time out of your day to do so. I love these kind of videos!!! I eat lots of fruits, veggies, nuts, greens, salads, etc.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  3 дні тому

      Well thank you so very much, Natasha! I appreciate that. And I really appreciate your kind words. Eating fresh fruits and vegetables is definitely the way to go! Hope you enjoy and have a great rest of your week☃️

  • @rachaelsupadventures
    @rachaelsupadventures 9 годин тому

    Great video Julia! You are to blame in moving me away from packaged dinners and whole cooking and I thank you and will never look back! You are providing a great service for people by teaching them to cook again and on a budget! Whole cooking is so much more affordable in the end!

  • @ganstagranny312
    @ganstagranny312 4 дні тому +15

    Great meals you put together. I love them all❤

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      That’s awesome! Thanks so much. I sure do love hearing from you every week my friend💜💜

  • @barbarat1050
    @barbarat1050 4 дні тому +5

    What great meal plans! Pretty sure I have all shopping list items in my pantry so I can make them all.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      That’s wonderful, Barbara. I really hope you enjoy them and thanks so much💜💜

  • @kell4598
    @kell4598 4 дні тому +3

    Julia, I use the rice a roni white cheddar shells, add broccoli and eckridge smoke sausage and its a family favorite that the grown children still ask for when they come over!!! Thank you so much for all your videos!!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Wow! Thank you so much for sharing that. That does sound so good. Thanks so much for being here and hope you have a great week💜💜

  • @sylviaseri4235
    @sylviaseri4235 4 дні тому +8

    Always love your menu ideas! And you are one of the few creators that I stay n watch all the ads just to help you out as much as I can! Merry Christmas to you and your entire family! 🎄⛪️🎅

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      Oh, Sylvia, thank you so very much for doing that! You are a true friend. I really appreciate that so much and I’m so happy to have you here. Thank you so much for your kindness and support and I hope you enjoy some of these meals💜💜💜

  • @amandastumbaugh
    @amandastumbaugh 2 дні тому

    I just bought the book! I was reading through the comments and it was just amazing to see how you are helping others who are struggling just to put a meal together with today's grocery prices! I was telling my husband about you and how you put together good meals on a budget a long time ago before we even had the inflation as we do now. Thank you Julia and I wish the best for you, God Bless.

  • @terrybenson5596
    @terrybenson5596 4 дні тому +1

    I love watching your videos and learning how to prepare your great recipes! Julia, you are a breath of fresh air and you are so polite and kind. You are a great example to your viewers. I’m going to buy your cookbook and continue to support your channel by watching your videos. Tysm for sharing your abilities and teaching us how to live healthy on a budget. God bless you dear, sweet lady!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому

      Well that is just the kindest compliment ever, Terry. Thank you so very much! I’m so happy to have you here and I appreciate your kind words more than you may know. I sure do appreciate you being one of my loyal subscribers and I really appreciate you ordering my cookbook. That means a lot to me! I hope you have a great rest of your week and thank you so very much for your wonderful support blessings to you and your family my friend☃️💜☃️

  • @donnamullins2089
    @donnamullins2089 4 дні тому

    Julia thank you for the wonderful frugal delicious recipes. I appreciate struggles people have overcome. It makes you resilient and capable of managing your budget and resources. My mother could make soup out of nothing. I learned from her. My father was injured and was a year recovering. 4 children to feed will make you creative. We all need to learn this. Thank you.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому

      I am sure she did! Thank you so very much for sharing your story here, Donna. And you’re absolutely right, most people have had times that they really struggled in their lives. Thank you so much for your positive comment and I hope you enjoy some of these ideas💜💜

  • @michellehorning2216
    @michellehorning2216 4 дні тому +5

    This was an excellent video, Julia! What amazing meals you can create on a budget with a little thought put into it. I'm definitely going to give these all a try. Thank you for taking the time to put this together for us; it helps so many of us. Have a blessed week, Julia!❤😊

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  3 дні тому

      Thank you so very much, Michelle! I appreciate your positive feedback about it. I sure hope you enjoy them and thank you so very much again. Have a great rest of your day my friend💜💜💜

  • @wandamcmorris6255
    @wandamcmorris6255 4 дні тому +4

    Hello Julia wow $15 you can't beat that now that's my kind of budget and the recipes look sooooo delicious 😋😋 thanks Julia have a fantastic day!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  3 дні тому

      Thanks so much, Wanda! I appreciate that and your positive support means the world to me every week. I hope you have a wonderful week☃️☃️

  • @ultraviolet734
    @ultraviolet734 3 дні тому +1

    Happy Sunday Night Julia ! You showed my favorite saying "Small Steps Everyday". I use it like a mantra for myself!
    I love your creativity in these very low spending recipe videos. I most especially love that you are humble and acknowledge that you know what it means to struggle financially. I am looking forward to what you're cooking up for the holidays ! 🎄❤️☃️✨️

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому

      I hope you had a wonderful weekend! And thank you so very much for your kind words. I do enjoy that particular sign. It is a good reminder for me as well. Those times when you are struggling definitely humble you. Thank you so very much again and I really do appreciate your loyal support and kindness💜💜

  • @beezneez2056
    @beezneez2056 23 години тому +1

    I have recommended your channel so many times. I love all of your tips 🥰

    • @DocCock-_-
      @DocCock-_- 21 годину тому

      Fr. I just recommended it to my joyfriend.

  • @kathymills9572
    @kathymills9572 4 дні тому +6

    Great budget recipes! Thanks so much,Julia! ❤️🤗

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  3 дні тому

      You are so very welcome! I hope you enjoy them and have a wonderful rest of your week, Kathy💜💜

  • @amandabrown4764
    @amandabrown4764 4 дні тому +7

    That ranch lasta looks awesome. I bet my son would love it!!!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      That’s awesome! I hope he enjoys it💜🙌🏼

  • @MicVic7780
    @MicVic7780 4 дні тому +4

    Julia, love your videos and have been watching since Covid isolation a couple years ago. I wonder if you would do a "stock up" kind of video-where you would show people on a tight budget what basic things to buy once a month so they can keep seasonings, oils, etc. on hand? It can be a challenge to fit this into a budget, and I wonder how you accomplish this frugally. You must be a good budgeter as well as being a good cook? Thank you for all you do and share with us.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      I definitely love this idea! Thank you so very much for sharing this great suggestion. and it is very important when you do have a little extra money, 10 richest seasonings and items that can be frozen.🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @BullDurham12321
    @BullDurham12321 4 дні тому +5

    My son has celiac so it’s super hard for me to shop for just store brands but Walmart definitely is our best option so thank you for this. ❤

    • @leeanndillow6673
      @leeanndillow6673 4 дні тому

      We struggle with the same thing and our town just don’t have a lot

    • @BullDurham12321
      @BullDurham12321 4 дні тому

      @ Same here. I usually have to hit 3 stores each week.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  3 дні тому

      I’m really happy to hear that Walmart has what you need for your son. Thank you so much for sharing that with others too. I am sure you having to work around his celiac is extremely difficult. Thank you so much for watching and I hope that some of these ideas help💜💜

    • @BullDurham12321
      @BullDurham12321 3 дні тому

      @@JuliaPacheco Your videos are amazing and every time I see a Mama struggling with her grocery budget, I always recommend your videos. 🥰

  • @omaerin3529
    @omaerin3529 4 дні тому +4

    Hi Julia, great recipes you have. You always have such great ones, and these are so inexpensive too. Thanks for sharing. Stay well and safe.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Hi there, Erin! Thank you so much and I appreciate that. You are always the best and I hope you and your family have a great rest of your week☃️☃️

  • @Maggie-iz9oj
    @Maggie-iz9oj 4 дні тому +12

    Hey, Julia! I made the Mac n cheese from the Thanksgiving video and it was so good! My family is begging me to make it again asap!

    • @tammyblankenship6786
      @tammyblankenship6786 3 дні тому +1

      I made it for my church 's Thanksgiving meal and I bought home an empty dish😄

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      Oh my goodness, Maggie! I am so happy to hear that. Glad everybody enjoyed it and it will become part of your new rotation now. Thank you so much for sharing your positive feedback and have a wonderful rest of your week💜💜💜

  • @bwebgirl
    @bwebgirl 4 дні тому +3

    Thanks so much for sharing these yummy recipes. I purchased your cook book a short while back, and I absolutely love it. The videos are so helpful (I'm a visual person - so watching someone actually prepare the recipe is great,) but having the cookbook to take to the kitchen with me and follow along is tremendous. Thanks again for sharing your hearth and home with us!! Here's wishing you and yours a wonderful, safe holiday season!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Well thank you so very much for your kind words! I really appreciate your support, and I am so glad you're enjoying the cookbook! You are the absolute best! I sure do appreciate it💜💜💜

  • @mariaTsounakis1521
    @mariaTsounakis1521 4 дні тому +1

    Wow Julia! You outdid yourself! You would never think that you made all that food for around $15.00!! This will be very helpful to so many❤

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      Thank you so much, Maria! You’re the best and I definitely hope that these ideas help💜💜

  • @jerigabbard6825
    @jerigabbard6825 4 дні тому +2

    I absolutely love the baked potato idea! And with the chili! Who knew! Thank you!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Yes! I hope you enjoy it, Jeri and thank you so much for your positive feedback about it💛💛

  • @karatush3085
    @karatush3085 4 дні тому +11

    These recipes sound so good!!!
    One suggestion: add your tomato paste right after the garlic and saute it for about 2 minutes before you add the beans and water. This will add a nice roasted flavor.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      That is such a great tip! Thank you so much for sharing that with everyone! I appreciate that, Kara💜

  • @dsr8223
    @dsr8223 4 дні тому +7

    @ 13:00 I'm embarrassed that I've never thought to cut that extra sideways cut when opening up my baked potatoes😊. My husband also likes to fill baked potatoes with leftover roast beef and gravy with melted cheese. Cheap, easy leftovers.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  3 дні тому +1

      That sounds so good! Roast beef would be amazing in a baked potato. Thank you so much for sharing that🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @AngieGarcia-gd1vq
    @AngieGarcia-gd1vq 3 дні тому +1

    I love watching and learning your tips! Thank You for sharing. I really enjoy your videos. You are such a joy.

  • @lyndaslocum7404
    @lyndaslocum7404 4 дні тому +5

    I don't know if you make egg burritos? Scramble eggs mix cheese in . Place tortilla on top of eggs still in the pan , flip onto tortilla, and place back in pan to warm . Place on plate and roll up. We love these

    • @sharyn4271
      @sharyn4271 4 дні тому +1

      We used to make a big batch of burritos and freeze them individually. Easy to throw in microwave for a quick breakfast!

    • @jessiekitty7492
      @jessiekitty7492 3 дні тому

      Can’t afford eggs right now! A dozen eggs at Walmart in Oregon is almost $6. So crazy

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      That’s an awesome way to do it! Thank you so much for sharing that, Lynda. I’m sure everybody else appreciates it too😉💛

  • @adrianemckinney1125
    @adrianemckinney1125 4 дні тому +9

    Great ideas! This goes to show you don’t need to spend a lot to eat well.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      I agree, thank you so much for sharing! I think you can eat really well on a budget and I hope these recipes help!☃️

  • @MsJulietG
    @MsJulietG 4 дні тому +3

    I just love your energy.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Thank you so much! I appreciate that💜💜💜

  • @Michelle-f2d5u
    @Michelle-f2d5u 3 дні тому +1

    You always make such delicious meals with the most basic ingredients. It's amazing how you think of all these terrific recipes. Your voice is also so calming. 😊

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому +1

      Well thank you so very much! I appreciate you so much too. I really mean that💜💜

    • @Michelle-f2d5u
      @Michelle-f2d5u День тому

      @JuliaPacheco ❤️

  • @angelinacobb348
    @angelinacobb348 3 дні тому +4

    I love your budget meal videos😊

  • @Christmas_Mama_Plus
    @Christmas_Mama_Plus 4 дні тому +4

    It's chasing the onion down for me🤣
    Made us laugh out loud❤
    Great looking recipes!!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      That is so funny! Glad you enjoyed it. I hope you love the recipes! 😂🙌🏼

  • @nancyvazquez266
    @nancyvazquez266 День тому

    I love to watch your videos. I have cooked for decades but seeing your enthusiasm makes me happy. I love to cook and you also see the healthy benefit of cooking family meals. I particularly like the pointers you give us for shopping at Walmart. It helps stretch the Social Security check and yet eat tasty and nutritious meals. God Bless you and your family.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  19 годин тому +1

      Oh, Nancy, thank you so very much. You are so kind and I appreciate your positive feedback about my channel. It means a lot to me! I hope you know that. Have a great rest of your week and thank you so very much for taking the time to leave such a nice compliment💜💜💜💜

    • @nancyvazquez266
      @nancyvazquez266 19 годин тому

      @
      Happy Christmas season to you and your dear family! ❤️❤️🎄❤️❤️

  • @punkinuk1
    @punkinuk1 4 дні тому +1

    Your ideas are inspiring, Julia. And I love that you put your phone in the freezer!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Thank you so very much! It was actually my camera. Ha ha! Thanks so much for noticing😂🙌🏼

  • @Bloodhoundjed1
    @Bloodhoundjed1 2 дні тому +1

    I finally decided to go ahead and buy your cookbook, not only for me, but for my daughters as well. I really need to plan things out way in advance. But, sometimes I just don't have the time. I try to keep a stocked pantry and freezer, but I also have picky eaters. I would probably eat a lot of the meals you cook.

  • @catspjs6229
    @catspjs6229 День тому

    Your view while shopping 🤩! Thanks for all your hard work! I’m sure your family appreciates you as much as we do!

  • @fembot521
    @fembot521 3 дні тому

    You are a blessing for so many people who are struggling right now. I recommend your channel to everyone!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому

      That is the best feedback ever. Thank you so very much for sharing that with me and I really do appreciate you sharing my channel with so many others. It definitely helps🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @cortneyellyn3233
    @cortneyellyn3233 3 дні тому +2

    I’ve been watching you for years. I didn’t know you had a cookbook out until today so I just ordered one! Excited it’ll be signed. I can’t wait! ❤

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому

      Well thank you so very much for ordering my cookbook, Cortney! I really hope you enjoy it and most importantly, I really appreciate your loyal support over the years☃️☃️

  • @jenniferpandich8286
    @jenniferpandich8286 4 дні тому +13

    I’m lucky enough to have a good grocery budget, but everyone needs to stretch money these days. My husband just bought me your cookbook for my birthday! I’m so excited for it to come!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Oh my goodness! I am so happy to hear that, Jennifer. I really hope you enjoy my cookbook. And you’re so right, it doesn’t matter how much you have, it’s good to be frugal at the grocery store. Thank you so much for sharing your point of you and I appreciate you watching💜💜

  • @determineddiva5402
    @determineddiva5402 4 дні тому +2

    I like the way you baked your potatoes. It’s a way to save foil, never would have thought of that.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому +1

      Thank you so much! I’m so glad you liked that tip! 😊

  • @MamaGnomie
    @MamaGnomie 4 дні тому +3

    Happy Sunday, Julia! Thank you so much! Now I want some baked potatoes! 😁

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  3 дні тому

      Very happy Sunday to you too my friend! I really hope you enjoy some of these baked potatoes😉☃️

  • @melissarebecca8
    @melissarebecca8 4 дні тому +1

    These types of budget videos that you do are SO helpful these days, Julia! Thank you so much~ 😊

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      Thank you so much, Melissa. I am really happy to hear that they help so much.💛🙏

  • @Dolce_Far_Niente
    @Dolce_Far_Niente 4 дні тому +3

    Julia, everything looks yumm as always. It's chilly here so lately I'm craving comfort food. I'm going to try the potato stew & loaded chili baked potato for the upcoming week. Something to look forward to. Have a wonderful week. Greetz from the 🇳🇱

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      That’s wonderful! I really hope you enjoy those recipes. I bet it is chilly there, but so beautiful too! Thank you so much for your wonderful love and support from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

  • @niebieskiptak4523
    @niebieskiptak4523 День тому +1

    This is absolutely amasing!

  • @Constance-q2b
    @Constance-q2b 3 дні тому +1

    Julia, I really don’t know how you come up with these ideas, but thank you. I know many young families that can use these ideas. I will be trying the baked potatoes and chili myself.😊. So thank you so much for the ideas and cost. Yum!!!
    ❤❤❤

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому

      That’s wonderful! I sure hope you enjoy those baked potatoes. And that some of the other ideas are tasty too. Thank you so much for your positive comment, Constance and have a great rest of your day🙌🏼💜

  • @kimmaried.7313
    @kimmaried.7313 4 дні тому +2

    Happy Sunday Julia. Hope you have a great day ❣️ I know I will making a few of these recipes for sure. Looks amazing.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      That is wonderful! I really hope you enjoy them and have a great rest of your weekend too.☃️

  • @luckylady7542
    @luckylady7542 3 дні тому +2

    Those were some genius choices for dinner ideas. Girl, you are amazing.❤

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому

      Thank you so very much! You’re so kind and I appreciate that awesome feedback🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @femaleKCRoyalsFan
    @femaleKCRoyalsFan 4 дні тому +4

    I'm always looking for a meatless meal to have on a Friday so that broccoli pasta looks interesting.

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      That’s great! I really hope you enjoy it🙌🏼

  • @KathyHutto
    @KathyHutto 4 дні тому +1

    You just amaze me! I am not a good cook, but you’ve made me seem like I am! Your recipes are easy and my family loves them! Thank you! 🥰

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Well thank you so very much, Kathy! I’m so happy to hear that and I’m glad that you are feeling successful in the kitchen. That is the most important thing!💜💜

  • @vitazgal9933
    @vitazgal9933 4 дні тому +3

    Amazing...going to make the turkey & pasta shells first...Thank you so much. ( I got your cookbook when it first came out...!!) :)

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  3 дні тому

      Well thank you so very much for purchasing my cookbook! I’m so happy to hear that you have it I really hope you enjoy the turkey and pasta shell meal. Thank you so much for your positive comment and I hope you have a great day💛💛💛

  • @bettyfeliciano7322
    @bettyfeliciano7322 4 дні тому +2

    Hello Julia! Another amazing group of cheap & scrumpious meals on a budget! You are most definitely a miracle worker in the kitchen! I love your pots you use! Where can I find those?? I had a bad spell yesterday with my heart & had to take a nitro pill. So, I’m resting today and what a delight to see your beautiful sweet face!! Love & blessings to you ! ✝️❤️😊

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Oh no, Betty! I’m so sorry to hear that. I hope you’re doing well. You need to take it easy. You are so kind and we want you here for a lot longer.💜🙏 you can find many of my pots and my Dutch oven‘s in my Amazon store. If you go to my description box and click on read more and scroll down, you will find the link to my Amazon store. I hope this helps and you take care of yourself💜💜💜

  • @donnaknowles-ni8fg
    @donnaknowles-ni8fg 3 дні тому +1

    girl you are so good at making the money stretch with such yummy looking meals...i will definitely be doing these this week....

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому +1

      I am so happy to hear that! I hope you enjoy making these meals and they help save you money this week! ☃️

  • @erins.2985
    @erins.2985 4 дні тому +1

    Great budget friendly healthy ideas! Even though this grocery bill was 45% higher in Canada, it was a steal! Thank you!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Thank you so very much! I’m really glad this helps even with higher prices. 😊😊😊

  • @BrigidC
    @BrigidC 4 дні тому

    Thank you for this video! So appreciate you showing us how we can shop economically and create hearty meals not lacking in flavor.❤

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      I’m happy to hear that, Brigid💜💜 I definitely hope you enjoy these meals and you have a great week!

  • @romeosjewel
    @romeosjewel 4 дні тому +1

    I'm buying everything on this list and making all your meals for this week! Thank you!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      I hope you enjoy them and have a great rest of your week! ☃️

  • @lydialangfordjoiner765
    @lydialangfordjoiner765 3 дні тому +1

    Julia, you are amazing! Thank you Sweet Lady!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому

      You’re so very welcome! I really appreciate that, Lydia!💜💜

  • @heathervargas5088
    @heathervargas5088 2 дні тому

    I have watched many cheap meal recipes. And this one is the best by far! My family would eat everyone! You did a phenomenal job putting this one together. I gonna try everyone !
    Thanks

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  20 годин тому

      That’s wonderful news! Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Heather. I do hope that you and your family enjoy these meals and that they help you out financially!! You have a great rest of your day and thank you so very much for being here💜💜

  • @valeriefrancis5080
    @valeriefrancis5080 4 дні тому +1

    Hi Julia ❤ I love how you take us shopping with you. These recipes don't seem like budget food. Great video. God bless you all 😊

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому +1

      Well thank you so much, Valerie. I’m glad you enjoy that! I hope you enjoy some of these recipes and that you end up saving money in the end too. Thank you so much again😉🙌🏼

  • @lauraantos3105
    @lauraantos3105 3 дні тому

    I’m always amazed to see what you can make for $15! I live with my sister and the two of us love your shredded BBQ chicken slow cooker recipe. You helped us start experimenting with our slow cooker. Thank you!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому

      Well good for you guys, Laura! That is just awesome. And I appreciate your positive feedback. I definitely hope you can use some of these recipes. Happy slow cooker cooking. Have a wonderful rest of your day💜💜

  • @amandamaddox1473
    @amandamaddox1473 День тому

    Your videos are my favorite on UA-cam!! Thank you for all the great ideas! I'm going to Walmart today and shopping for these items and making these recipes. My husband and I are on social security and on a budget. Thank you so much! You have no idea how much you help people! ❤😊

  • @valentinebaby21479
    @valentinebaby21479 День тому

    I love this weeks budget meals! You never cease to amaze me Julia I just love you I’m giving all the foodies in my family your cookbook for Christmas! Love love love

  • @jillbritton6085
    @jillbritton6085 3 дні тому +1

    Thank you for all of your great budget ideas. You have helped my family and I more than you know. ❤️

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  День тому

      Thank you so very much. I’m really happy to hear that! You’re the best and I Appreciate your support, Jill💜

  • @deenadickerson9219
    @deenadickerson9219 4 дні тому +2

    That tip for getting the tomato paste outta the can was awesome! We can't afford to waste any groceries or money nowadays. And I never thought about cooking pintos all at once & saving what you don't use for another delicious meal! Thank you for all your thoughtful and helpful recipes and tips 😊😊

    • @jillgott6567
      @jillgott6567 4 дні тому

      When using Tomato Paste, I add water to the can once I have the majority of ot out. Swish the water around and get the can clean !

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      Well thank you so very much, Deena! I’m so happy to hear that these tips helped you so much. You’re the best and I really do appreciate your kind words. I hope that these meals help you save money too💜

  • @conniehahn4577
    @conniehahn4577 4 дні тому +2

    Love baked potatoes topped with chilli...im hungry for that now...lol.
    Im in my 70s i dont find soaking beans over nite helps anything...beans seem to be just a natural gasy food. Pinto beans were always a once a week meal...with fried potatoes and cornbread. Left over beans were put in a baking pan with some ketchup...little mustard cubed up ham some cubed up toast...like a casorole...my dads favorite. Cooking is so much fun with experiments ....isnt it 😊.....you go girl! Love your channel!!

    • @JuliaPacheco
      @JuliaPacheco  2 дні тому

      You’re the best, Connie. Thank you so much! I’m really happy to have you here and I appreciate you sharing your comment about the beans. I definitely have viewers that I have strong opinions about soaking the beans or not soaking the beans. Thank you so much for sharing that casserole that you have used with leftover beans. I hope you have a great week and thank you so much for your positive comment💜💜☃️

  • @deborahsantos6849
    @deborahsantos6849 День тому

    This is really amazing that you could pull off reasonably healthy and delicious meals for a week of family dinners for just $15 right now. I’m feeling inspired to try to save a little this month since spending gets a bit out of control around the holidays!