I don't think you have to apologize for your family meals at all. The fact that you prepare hot, wholesome food daily is quite an accomplishment. Breakfast and lunch is grab and go for us too. I think a homemade dinner with the family is a perfect way to end a busy day. Have a blessed day!
I just want to encourage you Amanda! You are doing a great job feeding and taking care of your family! Don't listen to the critics, they always have a negative opinion about something or another. I am very encouraged by you.☺️
Love it! Don't feel like you need to justify yourself- you are awesome!!! And you are doing an amazing job providing healthy meals for your family :) Love the Pasta Fagioli!
There will always be critics. You, dear Amanda, are doing a great job and don't need to listen. Your family is well fed and happy. That's all that matters! You have a wonderful hubby and great kids, and that my friend is a blessing. Keep up the good work!
Your husband seems so shy. I think the daughter must take after you. I watch every day now , you guys are the NEW DAYS OF YOUR LIVES for me . Keep em coming !
ty for the video. me and my wife have been fallowing you all for a few days and it's given us a chance just to sit together and enjoy. plus we are learning from u.
Love your butiful family!! ( And all the nice things you said about them, at the end ) and you..... You are the one who holds your house together, you are the MOM , the one who without, the children ,, and the husband would be lost!!!! You can see the love in your family, .... It's butiful, and inspiring!! __ don't ever sell yourself short!! No one who is a real person, is hating on you , for carbs!!
I love how "transparent" you are and how you stick to YOUR families needs and lifestyle. I FOR SURE would never pick apart the things you do to raise your family of 5, because you have said it yourself many times THIS IS WHAT YOUR FAMILY DOES. #1- you don't HAVE to Blog, #2- I don't recall in ANY of your videos where you asked people for their input on YOUR families practices. I myself have a family of 4. I'm more than confident that over half of the people that criticize your practices probably buy\eat alot more processed foods than you do. I make most of my own food using fresh ingredients. I make my own bread from scratch, mashed potatoes, sauces etc. You are frugal, you are a SUPERWOMAN because you are a MOM!! I love your videos and have started using most of your grocery shopping practices. I look forward to more tips. God Bless!
I actually get excited for these. I'm looking forward to these updates 😊 and getting some ideas!! You are doing a great job and are an awesome mommy!! You know what works for your family. No one else can tell you how to raise your family!! :)
I also keep veggie parts in the freezer. When I have tomatoes that are getting really soft and not as good for salads and such, I cut them into chunks, toss in olive oil and seasonings, then bake them in the oven for 30-45 minutes or so depending on the size. I let them cool and freeze them to use later in pasta dishes. Yum.
Sometimes when our broccoli turns, we try to chop off the buds of the florets and we can still use the stalks. Great in soup or chopped up in stir fry!
In France they have bread at EVERY meal. Often pasta, rice or another type of grain. Also often dairy (cheese or yoghurts) A lot of veg & fruit too. But "carbs" are not a big issue. I don't cook from scratch nearly enough and watching you is very motivating!! Your family is so very sweet but I hope they really do appreciate the way you give them a lovely home cooked meal each day - it's certainly not 'just what a mum does'. You're just a great mother!
I also enjoy these videos! I have been a budget-er for many years, but you are helping me get back to my frugal roots. We are doing a no spend January and it has really helped me to use up some items that have been in the pantry a little too long.
First, I would like to mention that I really appreciate your videos! I'm a single mom with two teenage daughters and love to cook at home! Second, no need to explain yourself about your family's food choices! Two be honest, your family eats better than most Americans do! Nowadays, families eat out a lot through the week! Not healthy at all! Obesity is killing our children. And lastly number three, home cooking brings the family together at supper. America needs more mothers like you. God Bless you!
I eat a vegan diet but I still get a lot out of these videos! I am trying to waste less food, use leftovers and save money on food. Thank you for making videos like this, it can really inspire people even if the ingredients are different 😊
I just started watching your videos because we are a young couple with a 1 year old. We are trying to cut back on things and save up to furnish our home. We are a military family and so we are learning more and more about our new area like where to find the best deals and I found an Aldi! I'm super happy about that! :) I want to thank you for sharing your videos and your family. You have a precious family and an amazing outlook on life!
I love that you cook so much. I cook a lot as well but I have two kids under three and I'm pregnant with my third and am trying to find the time to cook more freezer meals. You're truly inspirational.
Thanks for sharing your meals with us....you do an awesome job cooking for your family. I think y'all eat a good variety of foods and am enjoying a glimpse into your kitchen 🙂 take care
Thank you for sharing your meals,I think that when we are in a tight budget you do your best with what you have. sometimes I have to feed my family potatoes 3 days a week different ways but thats what I have and Its ok
I think you are doing great! Don't worry about what people think or say about your diet. I think people love to be food police. You are all happy, healthy, and not hungry. LOVING these videos!
And not to mention, our bodies run off of glucose. And carbs break down into... SUGAR! it's all about empty vs. healthy carbs. And you my friend, have picked good ones for your family :)
so love watching your beautiful family and love these types of videos thanks and sending blessing oh and don't worry about what others say please continue doing these videos gives me ideas lol thanks
I recently found your channel!! I love it!! You're so encouraging! I also stay home and homeschool. Thanks for encouraging me to be more wise with my families money.
I just love you and your family and you are so much fun to watch I look forward to it everyday your food looks amazing and that lunch you had I KNOW I drooled a little .. I hope you got some sleep after such an early morning ... God loves you and so do I xo
Amanda I love these "real" vlogs. Your family is wonderful & so gracious that we get to be a part of their & your private lives. Your vlogs make me feel so good & it saddens me that you feel the need to apologise for what you cook & serve (ie comments on too many carbs) Your family is eating good hot nutritious home cooked meals, there is definitely no room for negativity in my opinion. You keep doing your thing Mumma 👍🏻😘
I think you are letting the critics get in your head. I think you do a great job and I would just ignore the judgers. Some people just like to be negative.
You are an inspiration :) I have a baby on the way and a fussy 5 year old and have been racking my brain thinking about meals, things that be be frozen and used later and cook ahead meals and you have got me motivated. Thanks!!
I usually have frozen diced onions, but never thought of doing it with celery. Thank you for the idea. I'm amazed you have the energy at the end of that long day to pull together an amazing meal, but you did. Btw, sweet potatoes are amazingly healthy.
Hi Amanda, it's good you're showing your family more! We're all getting to know them and their personalities. Also, lovely thanksgiving style dinner, sweet potatoes have vitamin A. Yumm!
I have really enjoyed these videos, and they have really made me think about using up leftovers and every part of the meal. People can be very opinionated about what others eat regarding the cards but to me personally I think your family eat well, and you make as much from scratch as you can! So be proud, you are a good mumma xx
Don't worry about what other people think whatever works for your family. I'm a stay at home mom too. I like how your always thinking ahead. I wish I was as prepared 🤔
I think you are doing a great job ! You should not listen to any negative comments . It is absolutely amazing that you are cooking every day . We all do what we can with what is available to us ; you have a wonderful family !
Hello from Pennsylvania...North of Pittsburgh. I enjoy watching your videos. you cook like our parent and grandparents cooked, you used what you have on hand and improvised, which is how so many delicious dished were created. It appears your family doesn't snack, that is my biggest budget buster, that and beverages. Enjoy your Sunday!
We do snack. Popcorn and pumpkin cake were in a previous video, not to mention fruit. We just don't snack much. The focus is on meals. As to beverages, we enjoy water.
Everyone has an opinion on diet and food. For what ever reason it has become accepted (not, in my opinion, acceptable but it isn't my place to say so :)) to tell everyone else their opinion and why others are wrong. Your family is healthy and happy so ignore those who don't like the way you feed them. Unless you ask for an opinion we should just keep ours to ourself.
what you cook seems 99% from scratch. and homecooked is better for us. carbs or not, yall obviously aren't overweight and don't overeat. I think you do a great job!
Thank you! I am overweight, but rest of the family isn't. That may be largely due to the enormous time I spend sitting at the computer rather than being active :)
As a whole Americans are way too concerned about carbs. Europeans eat bread and cheese and pasta all day long and survive just fine. Personally, I'm with you I'd rather know exactly what is in my food than the carb count. :)
I don't stress out about it too much. I think the critics bother me because a lot of what they say are what I am telling myself. I do want more veggies and I do want to be more active. There are just limitations (of time and money), so I try to do my best AND be thankful.
you are doing better than I ever did. we use to eat out about every night. home cooked meals are good. potatoes are good for you. I didn't know you could freeze celery.awesome tips.
The Fundamental Home yeah I never thought of freezing my left over veggies and spieses till tonight. I have a family of 10 and usually things are all gone. but we been trying now pay attention to how much we eat. now we are getting large amounts of left overs
I love how Mr. fundamental home always manages to say what you want to just say after the camera is off his face it's two funny very nice family though you've done a wonderful job raising your children and I do cherish my children in the same waymy husband is disabled so he is a stay at home dad and I work seven days a week and I wish that I could be home to see all the wonderful things that my husband gets to see the milestones that I miss
Everyone has their own way to feed their family. The way I think of it they aren't cooking or buying your food. You do you and what works for you and your family. I'm just soooo impressed you can feed your family on $100.00 a month. Meat a month cost me 180.00 a month from Costco.
Your dinner looks so good! I've been craving one of those myself as of late. I put it my meal plan for the weekend since I'll have time then to cook it. Haha
Amanda I've been meaning to do a video and you have inspired me to finally do it... I would love for you to watch it, definitely mentioning you ☺️ loving the food diaries
I eat oatmeal most days for breakfast. I use a spoon of homemade jam to flavor it if I'm out of bananas. Don't worry about the critics when u eat on a budget u do what u can
Thank you for your support :) I use homemade jam sometimes, too. I was thinking about using peach the other day, but the peanut butter is so filling and warm on cold days.
Thank you for this great series of videos, so nice of you to commit time and effort to do these. Really nice to see how other families manage their day (esp US families as some of our foods in the UK are a bit different). Going to try and bake some bread this weekend (I've never tried before) and the peanut butter + porridge (our oatmeal) is definitely on the list.
Hi! I just found your channel last week, I enjoy watching your videos! My family struggles with being frugal, but your channel has given me some great ideas. I was wondering, how long have you and your family been living a frugal lifestyle? Do you ever find it easier to overspend or do take out? I have that problem, and I'm just curious of your thoughts!
We have been living really frugally since I started homeschooling. That was 11 or so years ago. Yes, we find it easy to overspend and get take out. Sometimes, I really want to, and we even give in on occasion. I just try to remember my goals and that keeps me on track.
There is nothing wrong with having desserts. I do most every day and I lost over 100's and have kept it off almost 3 years now. I eat a balance meals every day. ETA: I am in excellent health per my doctor and blood work. TY ;)
You are so clever! It never, ever occurred to me to pre-bake jacket potatoes! My daughter absolutely loves to eat these, loaded up with whatever strikes her fancy, but she is so intimidated to cook them herself. I have to admit I lose patience with her on this subject, since she is almost 18 and needs to learn how to cook. I explained how to cook them in the microwave, but she is fearful about forgetting to poke holes and having them explode (???) So the end result is the potatoes languish and spoil!! I think I am going to set aside time when she is home and have her work with me to cook at batch of potatoes in the oven. That way she can warm them up in the microwave but not fear "exploding potato" mayhem!
Don't let the critics get you! Plus carbs are not the enemy, fat and sugar are. New science shows that starches like potatoes are actually nutrient dense and good for us. But science changes it's mind about food every year it seems LOL I love your videos. We do left overs too. a favorite at our house is baked potatoes with left overs as possible toppings. For example we might use left over taco meat as a bake potato topping. Or left over bbq chicken as a topping. it's a good way to use up smaller amounts of flavored meat.
Hi Amanda, I enjoy your videos, always. they are a blessing and inspirational in many ways. May the Lord continue to bless you with wisdom and dedication to His will. By the way we are watching from California
I wish I knew how to link to a podcast because this past weeks post on the Nutrition Diva's podcast would be right up your alley. Her guest speaker was explaining how the way your food makes you feel is a better option than the all organic perfect diet some people eat. She further explains how some people feel like they've let themselves down if they can't be perfect with their meals and how it's counterproductive on an emotional health level. You eat what works for you and your family appear to be extremely happy and healthy. Thank you for all of your sharing!
wow.what a productive day you had ! I would take the gravy and put it over toast or egg noodles for a meal. Here is a quick meal.... I make hamburger pie, you fry up hamburger,season it the way you want then drain peas and put in and make mashed potatoes and put over the top,yummy and quick and economical. love the family sitting down together,we need more of this. keep up the videos.
potatoes are in season right now and its winter.. love potatoes lol you put them on the spot but they are all so funny! you are truely blessed and have a great family! I love how you chose to lead by example with being thankful.
Potatoes are cheap and they're filling! There's nothing wrong with having potatoes several times a week. When you're trying to feed a big family on a small budget, you have to do what works best. :)
Would love your sweet potato recipe. Seems like whenever I'm in the mood for one, it's last minute so I throw it in the microwave to quickly cook it and then eat it like a baked potato with salt n butter. Never tried canned before. Seems super convenient! Loved the meal....I could eat everything but the stuffing...YUM!
Basically, I just melt about two tablespoons of butter in a pan, throw in an equal amount of brown sugar, let them melt together, then throw in the sweet potatoes. It's kind of like a candied sweet potato casserole, but on the stovetop and without the marshmallows.
I don't think you have to apologize for your family meals at all. The fact that you prepare hot, wholesome food daily is quite an accomplishment. Breakfast and lunch is grab and go for us too. I think a homemade dinner with the family is a perfect way to end a busy day. Have a blessed day!
Thank you!
I just want to encourage you Amanda! You are doing a great job feeding and taking care of your family! Don't listen to the critics, they always have a negative opinion about something or another. I am very encouraged by you.☺️
Thank you! I am glad!
Love it! Don't feel like you need to justify yourself- you are awesome!!! And you are doing an amazing job providing healthy meals for your family :) Love the Pasta Fagioli!
Thank you!
There will always be critics. You, dear Amanda, are doing a great job and don't need to listen. Your family is well fed and happy. That's all that matters! You have a wonderful hubby and great kids, and that my friend is a blessing. Keep up the good work!
Thank you!
Boy, you are amazing, I would be napping on the couch by11! You had 2 meals done! You go girl!
Thank you!
I could watch you all day every day! :) I love seeing how your thought process goes for preparing your meals.
Amy me too!
Hahaha!! Thanks ;)
I think your doing a great job feeding your family. I'm really enjoying the food diary.
Thank you!
Your husband seems so shy. I think the daughter must take after you. I watch every day now , you guys are the NEW DAYS OF YOUR LIVES for me . Keep em coming !
Hahaha!! I never thought we would get to "Days of Our Lives" status :)
Better ! They never told me what they were eating or how they made it , or how much it cost to make it !!
Michelle Kulas Hahaha!! That is so funny!
You do very well with what you have. No need to worry. 🤗💜
Thanks!
an unhealthy food eaten with joy is healthier than the healthiest food eaten with disdain.
I agree 100%
ty for the video. me and my wife have been fallowing you all for a few days and it's given us a chance just to sit together and enjoy. plus we are learning from u.
That's wonderful! Thank you for joining our family!
Love your butiful family!! ( And all the nice things you said about them, at the end ) and you..... You are the one who holds your house together, you are the MOM , the one who without, the children ,, and the husband would be lost!!!! You can see the love in your family, .... It's butiful, and inspiring!! __ don't ever sell yourself short!! No one who is a real person, is hating on you , for carbs!!
Thanks! I appreciate that!
I love how "transparent" you are and how you stick to YOUR families needs and lifestyle. I FOR SURE would never pick apart the things you do to raise your family of 5, because you have said it yourself many times THIS IS WHAT YOUR FAMILY DOES. #1- you don't HAVE to Blog, #2- I don't recall in ANY of your videos where you asked people for their input on YOUR families practices. I myself have a family of 4. I'm more than confident that over half of the people that criticize your practices probably buy\eat alot more processed foods than you do. I make most of my own food using fresh ingredients. I make my own bread from scratch, mashed potatoes, sauces etc. You are frugal, you are a SUPERWOMAN because you are a MOM!! I love your videos and have started using most of your grocery shopping practices. I look forward to more tips. God Bless!
Thank you so much! I appreciate that!
Don't explain yourself.Your family is fed,Happy and you are doing amazing.
Thank you!
Ashley Davis I agree she shouldn't explain how she cares for her family..... I 💖 her videos!
Your family is just so cute, and you're such a wonderful mom! 😄
Thank you!
Beautiful family!!! Don't worry about the negativity from some people!!
Thank you!
I actually get excited for these. I'm looking forward to these updates 😊 and getting some ideas!! You are doing a great job and are an awesome mommy!! You know what works for your family. No one else can tell you how to raise your family!! :)
Thank you! I appreciate the support!
Im so in love with your food diaries!! 😍 love them just as much as your hauls !
I did a video on that. Here's a link- ua-cam.com/video/3Fj4b5qQOio/v-deo.html
I also keep veggie parts in the freezer. When I have tomatoes that are getting really soft and not as good for salads and such, I cut them into chunks, toss in olive oil and seasonings, then bake them in the oven for 30-45 minutes or so depending on the size. I let them cool and freeze them to use later in pasta dishes. Yum.
Great idea!!
Sometimes when our broccoli turns, we try to chop off the buds of the florets and we can still use the stalks. Great in soup or chopped up in stir fry!
Never heard or thought of that before. What a great tip!! Thank you for sharing.
Great idea!
In France they have bread at EVERY meal. Often pasta, rice or another type of grain. Also often dairy (cheese or yoghurts)
A lot of veg & fruit too.
But "carbs" are not a big issue.
I don't cook from scratch nearly enough and watching you is very motivating!!
Your family is so very sweet but I hope they really do appreciate the way you give them a lovely home cooked meal each day - it's certainly not 'just what a mum does'. You're just a great mother!
Thank you! I don't think they know how good they have it ;) But I enjoy serving my little family.
I also enjoy these videos! I have been a budget-er for many years, but you are helping me get back to my frugal roots. We are doing a no spend January and it has really helped me to use up some items that have been in the pantry a little too long.
That's great!
First, I would like to mention that I really appreciate your videos! I'm a single mom with two teenage daughters and love to cook at home! Second, no need to explain yourself about your family's food choices! Two be honest, your family eats better than most Americans do! Nowadays, families eat out a lot through the week! Not healthy at all! Obesity is killing our children. And lastly number three, home cooking brings the family together at supper. America needs more mothers like you. God Bless you!
Thank you!
I love your realness, so please quit apologizing for not being perfect! You are such a great devoted wife and mom and I love your videos!
I agree stop apologizing your food choices are healthier then eating take out and junk food it's all real food.
Thanks!
I love Bryan's answer..."I feel just like I did yesterday." 😂
He is so enthusiastic :)
Your family is just the sweetest! I love ya'll!
Thank you!
Again you are doing awesome. Love your videos. Watch you daily !!
Thank you!
Love your family and loving your food dairy during the snow days. Enjoying getting to know you thru your channel. God Bless you.
Thank you!
Quit beating yourself up when things go wrong. You are awesome and many people could use you as a good example of how to be a great homemaker.
:) Thanks for the encouragement!
I eat a vegan diet but I still get a lot out of these videos! I am trying to waste less food, use leftovers and save money on food. Thank you for making videos like this, it can really inspire people even if the ingredients are different 😊
Thank you! I am glad they are encouraging you!
I just started watching your videos because we are a young couple with a 1 year old. We are trying to cut back on things and save up to furnish our home. We are a military family and so we are learning more and more about our new area like where to find the best deals and I found an Aldi! I'm super happy about that! :) I want to thank you for sharing your videos and your family. You have a precious family and an amazing outlook on life!
Thank you! SO glad you found an Aldi!
I love that you cook so much. I cook a lot as well but I have two kids under three and I'm pregnant with my third and am trying to find the time to cook more freezer meals. You're truly inspirational.
Thanks! I love to cook. It's the dishes I am not so fond of ;)
Thanks for sharing your meals with us....you do an awesome job cooking for your family. I think y'all eat a good variety of foods and am enjoying a glimpse into your kitchen 🙂 take care
Thank you!
I love these videos! What a wonderful family. God bless you.
Thank you!
Thank you for sharing your meals,I think that when we are in a tight budget you do your best with what you have.
sometimes I have to feed my family potatoes 3 days a week different ways but thats what I have and Its ok
Exactly. Do the best you can with what you have!
I think you are doing great! Don't worry about what people think or say about your diet. I think people love to be food police. You are all happy, healthy, and not hungry. LOVING these videos!
Thank you!
I really don't think your meals are unhealthy at all. It's far from junk. And there's a ton of veggies incorporated. I love these videos!
And not to mention, our bodies run off of glucose. And carbs break down into... SUGAR! it's all about empty vs. healthy carbs. And you my friend, have picked good ones for your family :)
Thank you! I appreciate the encouragement.
I feel like I am watching myself. I do it exactly like you. I appreciate your videos a lot. You are what I would consider very careful with your food.
Thank you! I appreciate that. :)
You all are so darn cute! I have to admit I am a Brian fan also. What a sweetie! Great job on using leftovers!
:) Thank you! Love my Brian! He is washing my dishes now.
so love watching your beautiful family and love these types of videos thanks and sending blessing oh and don't worry about what others say please continue doing these videos gives me ideas lol thanks
Thanks!
you have a beautiful family and you cooked a fabulous meal. God bless!!
Thank you!
Your daughter is stunning.
Thank you!
I recently found your channel!! I love it!! You're so encouraging! I also stay home and homeschool. Thanks for encouraging me to be more wise with my families money.
Thank you for watching :)
I just love you and your family and you are so much fun to watch I look forward to it everyday your food looks amazing and that lunch you had I KNOW I drooled a little .. I hope you got some sleep after such an early morning ... God loves you and so do I xo
Thank you!
Amanda I love these "real" vlogs. Your family is wonderful & so gracious that we get to be a part of their & your private lives. Your vlogs make me feel so good & it saddens me that you feel the need to apologise for what you cook & serve (ie comments on too many carbs) Your family is eating good hot nutritious home cooked meals, there is definitely no room for negativity in my opinion. You keep doing your thing Mumma 👍🏻😘
Thank you!
You and your family are amazing.
Thank you!
I think you are letting the critics get in your head. I think you do a great job and I would just ignore the judgers. Some people just like to be negative.
Thanks for the support!
You are an inspiration :) I have a baby on the way and a fussy 5 year old and have been racking my brain thinking about meals, things that be be frozen and used later and cook ahead meals and you have got me motivated. Thanks!!
That's great! I am so glad!
Please don't feel like you have to explain yourself Amanda. Your providing a meal for your family which looks delicious.
I usually have frozen diced onions, but never thought of doing it with celery. Thank you for the idea. I'm amazed you have the energy at the end of that long day to pull together an amazing meal, but you did. Btw, sweet potatoes are amazingly healthy.
I usually have frozen onions, too. I need to go ahead and freeze some. Maybe tomorrow. :)
Don't stress you are doing fine 💜
Thank you!
Found your channel today and I can't stop watching! You are such an inspiration to those of us trying to live a more frugal lifestyle!
Thanks for joining me!
Hi Amanda, it's good you're showing your family more! We're all getting to know them and their personalities. Also, lovely thanksgiving style dinner, sweet potatoes have vitamin A. Yumm!
Thank you!
Starbuck dates are my favorite! I was given some gift cards to there for my birthday. Looking forward to using them.
Thank you for sharing!
I have to say, their hot chocolate was great!
I have really enjoyed these videos, and they have really made me think about using up leftovers and every part of the meal. People can be very opinionated about what others eat regarding the cards but to me personally I think your family eat well, and you make as much from scratch as you can! So be proud, you are a good mumma xx
Thank you! I appreciate that!
Thanks for this! Lot's of great ideas for meals.
Thank you!
you all eat well like kings and queens they are blessed to have a mom like you
Thank you!
You are such an inspiration!! I'm loving these food diaries :)
Thank you!
Don't worry about what other people think whatever works for your family. I'm a stay at home mom too. I like how your always thinking ahead. I wish I was as prepared 🤔
Thank you!
Such a beautiful family!!!!!!
Thank you!
Such a lovely family. Personality plus!
Thank you!
I think you are doing a great job ! You should not listen to any negative comments . It is absolutely amazing that you are cooking every day . We all do what we can with what is available to us ; you have a wonderful family !
Thank you!
Didina D I absolutely approve that message!!😇😇🤗
The Fundamental Home Hi Amanda!! luv ya!😇
Lakeea Lowry Hey girl!
😇😇😇 Happy New Year!! Great to see you cooking!!
Thank you for sharing your beautiful life with the world!
Thank you :)
I think you all have wonderful variety in your diet. Bone Broth is so good for you, and you make almost everything from scratch.
Thanks! I love bone broth. I need to make some more.
Hello from Pennsylvania...North of Pittsburgh. I enjoy watching your videos. you cook like our parent and grandparents cooked, you used what you have on hand and improvised, which is how so many delicious dished were created.
It appears your family doesn't snack, that is my biggest budget buster, that and beverages.
Enjoy your Sunday!
We do snack. Popcorn and pumpkin cake were in a previous video, not to mention fruit. We just don't snack much. The focus is on meals. As to beverages, we enjoy water.
Everyone has an opinion on diet and food. For what ever reason it has become accepted (not, in my opinion, acceptable but it isn't my place to say so :)) to tell everyone else their opinion and why others are wrong. Your family is healthy and happy so ignore those who don't like the way you feed them. Unless you ask for an opinion we should just keep ours to ourself.
Thank you!
Great wholesome meals! Perfect for satisfying hungry teenagers! I have 4! Really enjoying these videos xx
Thanks! My children definitely don't go hungry. :)
what you cook seems 99% from scratch. and homecooked is better for us. carbs or not, yall obviously aren't overweight and don't overeat. I think you do a great job!
Thank you! I am overweight, but rest of the family isn't. That may be largely due to the enormous time I spend sitting at the computer rather than being active :)
Well you look fine to me lol. I think you all are healthy ;)
Dara Holland I agree
Binge watching your food diaries again. I laughed so hard. I love you guys.
Thank you!
you are an inspiration... you have inspired me to shop with 50 a week... its amazing
That's great!
As a whole Americans are way too concerned about carbs. Europeans eat bread and cheese and pasta all day long and survive just fine. Personally, I'm with you I'd rather know exactly what is in my food than the carb count. :)
I don't stress out about it too much. I think the critics bother me because a lot of what they say are what I am telling myself. I do want more veggies and I do want to be more active. There are just limitations (of time and money), so I try to do my best AND be thankful.
you are doing better than I ever did. we use to eat out about every night. home cooked meals are good. potatoes are good for you. I didn't know you could freeze celery.awesome tips.
Thanks! I freeze almost everything :)
The Fundamental Home yeah I never thought of freezing my left over veggies and spieses till tonight. I have a family of 10 and usually things are all gone. but we been trying now pay attention to how much we eat. now we are getting large amounts of left overs
I love how Mr. fundamental home always manages to say what you want to just say after the camera is off his face it's two funny very nice family though you've done a wonderful job raising your children and I do cherish my children in the same waymy husband is disabled so he is a stay at home dad and I work seven days a week and I wish that I could be home to see all the wonderful things that my husband gets to see the milestones that I miss
Aw! It's a blessing that you have the ability to work when he cannot. Yo are faithful to care for your family's needs, just in a different way.
The Fundamental Home I want to join that food thing you do on face book what's it called
Frugal Family Food
Everyone has their own way to feed their family. The way I think of it they aren't cooking or buying your food. You do you and what works for you and your family. I'm just soooo impressed you can feed your family on $100.00 a month. Meat a month cost me 180.00 a month from Costco.
Thanks! I appreciate your support.
I cannot stop watching!
Hahaha!! I am glad you are enjoying them!
Your dinner looks so good! I've been craving one of those myself as of late. I put it my meal plan for the weekend since I'll have time then to cook it. Haha
Thanks! It will be worth the wait!
Amanda I've been meaning to do a video and you have inspired me to finally do it... I would love for you to watch it, definitely mentioning you ☺️ loving the food diaries
Sure! Send me a link! :)
awesome I will thanks ! ;o)
I eat oatmeal most days for breakfast. I use a spoon of homemade jam to flavor it if I'm out of bananas. Don't worry about the critics when u eat on a budget u do what u can
Thank you for your support :) I use homemade jam sometimes, too. I was thinking about using peach the other day, but the peanut butter is so filling and warm on cold days.
Watching your food diaries ....again,,,!!!!!!😀
Hahaha!!! Thanks :)
Thank you for this great series of videos, so nice of you to commit time and effort to do these. Really nice to see how other families manage their day (esp US families as some of our foods in the UK are a bit different). Going to try and bake some bread this weekend (I've never tried before) and the peanut butter + porridge (our oatmeal) is definitely on the list.
Yes! And let me know how it goes :)
I'm inspired to find ways to use my leftovers.
Thank you!
Hi! I just found your channel last week, I enjoy watching your videos! My family struggles with being frugal, but your channel has given me some great ideas. I was wondering, how long have you and your family been living a frugal lifestyle? Do you ever find it easier to overspend or do take out? I have that problem, and I'm just curious of your thoughts!
We have been living really frugally since I started homeschooling. That was 11 or so years ago. Yes, we find it easy to overspend and get take out. Sometimes, I really want to, and we even give in on occasion. I just try to remember my goals and that keeps me on track.
You're such a good mom. What a lovely family ❤️
Thank you!
There is nothing wrong with having desserts. I do most every day and I lost over 100's and have kept it off almost 3 years now. I eat a balance meals every day. ETA: I am in excellent health per my doctor and blood work. TY ;)
Awesome! Great job!
We love your videos!!! From Texas!!!
Thank you!
You are so clever! It never, ever occurred to me to pre-bake jacket potatoes! My daughter absolutely loves to eat these, loaded up with whatever strikes her fancy, but she is so intimidated to cook them herself. I have to admit I lose patience with her on this subject, since she is almost 18 and needs to learn how to cook. I explained how to cook them in the microwave, but she is fearful about forgetting to poke holes and having them explode (???) So the end result is the potatoes languish and spoil!! I think I am going to set aside time when she is home and have her work with me to cook at batch of potatoes in the oven. That way she can warm them up in the microwave but not fear "exploding potato" mayhem!
Perfect! I am glad you found a solution!
Don't let the critics get you! Plus carbs are not the enemy, fat and sugar are. New science shows that starches like potatoes are actually nutrient dense and good for us. But science changes it's mind about food every year it seems LOL I love your videos. We do left overs too. a favorite at our house is baked potatoes with left overs as possible toppings. For example we might use left over taco meat as a bake potato topping. Or left over bbq chicken as a topping. it's a good way to use up smaller amounts of flavored meat.
Thank you! I love your ideas :) To me, everything goes with potatoes.
you have such a great family. :) thanks for sharing your delicious meals with us
Thank you for watching!
Hi Amanda, I enjoy your videos, always. they are a blessing and inspirational in many ways. May the Lord continue to bless you with wisdom and dedication to His will. By the way we are watching from California
Thank you! I appreciate that!
I wish I knew how to link to a podcast because this past weeks post on the Nutrition Diva's podcast would be right up your alley. Her guest speaker was explaining how the way your food makes you feel is a better option than the all organic perfect diet some people eat. She further explains how some people feel like they've let themselves down if they can't be perfect with their meals and how it's counterproductive on an emotional health level. You eat what works for you and your family appear to be extremely happy and healthy. Thank you for all of your sharing!
Thank you! I appreciate that encouragement.
I want that turkey and gravy!!!!! 😍
It was so good!
LOL! Good to see she's feeling better!
She sure is!
I love seeing your family. They are all so cute! Awesome video and cooking tips. I need to start freezing my broccoli, too!
Thanks! You should!
wow.what a productive day you had ! I would take the gravy and put it over toast or egg noodles for a meal. Here is a quick meal.... I make hamburger pie, you fry up hamburger,season it the way you want then drain peas and put in and make mashed potatoes and put over the top,yummy and quick and economical. love the family sitting down together,we need more of this. keep up the videos.
Thank you! Great ideas!
potatoes are in season right now and its winter.. love potatoes lol you put them on the spot but they are all so funny! you are truely blessed and have a great family! I love how you chose to lead by example with being thankful.
Thanks! I know if I start to whine about it, they will, too :)
Potatoes are cheap and they're filling! There's nothing wrong with having potatoes several times a week. When you're trying to feed a big family on a small budget, you have to do what works best. :)
Thank you!
God bless you and your family!
Thank you!
When my fussy kids don't want anything else and we are not sure what to eat they are happy with a bowl of oatmeal. Even for dinner sometimes! :-)
Cause it's the best :)
you are my hero! so love all you postt!
Thank you!
Would love your sweet potato recipe. Seems like whenever I'm in the mood for one, it's last minute so I throw it in the microwave to quickly cook it and then eat it like a baked potato with salt n butter. Never tried canned before. Seems super convenient! Loved the meal....I could eat everything but the stuffing...YUM!
Basically, I just melt about two tablespoons of butter in a pan, throw in an equal amount of brown sugar, let them melt together, then throw in the sweet potatoes. It's kind of like a candied sweet potato casserole, but on the stovetop and without the marshmallows.
The Fundamental Home Thanks Amanda ! I'll have to buy a can and try that next time.