Kat's Kitchen

Join me as we sit down and go over a meal plan for my family of three with trying to get everything for 2+ weeks of food with a budget of $200.

Join me in the kitchen as we do some evening chores. First, we will make homemade hotdog buns, and then we will finish up our homemade hot sauce that we let ferment for a few weeks. At the very end, we cleaned and organized my kitchen freezer. Hamburger/Hotdog Bun Recipe: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/233652/homemade-hamburger-buns

Join me as I cook 3 different types of lard cookies: Chocolate Chip Cookies, Sugar Cookies, and Bulgarian Maslenki Cookies. These recipes were the best I ever made! Lard Chocolate Chip Cookies: https://cookingwithcarlee.com/chocolate-chip-cookies-made-with-lard Lard Bulgarian Maslenki Cookies: http://www.lardlovers.com/recipes (Recipe is the last one) Lard Sugar Cookies: https://coastpacking.com/recipes/basic-lard-sugar-cookies

Join me as I cook dinner for my family. We will make Tikka Masala, Curry Chickpeas, Yellow Turmeric Rice, and Homemade Naan Bread. These recipes tasted just as good as Indian food found in restaurants, and my husband raved about this meal for several days.

Join me as I pressure can bone broth and can chicken for my pantry. While we are waiting on the broth to cook we made time to vacuum seal some pantry goodies for longer shelf live using a food saver. #foodsaver #canningchicken

Join me as I set up a indoor greenhouse to grow tropical plants and to start preparing for Spring 2023. Greenhouse: VIVOSUN Transparent 57 x 29 x... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08B61SG9W?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Growlights: Barrina Grow Light, 96W(4 x 24W,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZJLWXFR?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Rectangle Pots: Window Box Planter, 7 Pack Plastic Vegetable Flower Planters Boxes 17 Inches Rectangular Flower Pots with Saucers for Indoor Outdoor Garden, Patio, Home Decor https://a.co/d/gZK7hAb Temp Reader: Antonki Room Thermometer Indoor... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B092M4RGSN?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Fan: BESKAR USB Small Desk Fan - 6... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089NRMFZV?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Join me as I make Caramel, Cinnamon Candy, and Fermented Hot Sauce. Recipes: https://www.feastingathome.com/fermented-hot-sauce-simple-and-delicious/ https://www.cinnamon-oil.com/Cinnamon-Candy.html https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/22774/caramel-candies/

It has been several months since we first caught the worms. Here is an update on their new home and how we are handling the cold. #Vermiculture at home

Join me as I meal plan for my family on a budget of $150 for over a weeks worth of groceries. I will show you my method of coming up with simple a meal plan using healthy hearty foods on a budget.

Join me as I try to bake for Christmas for my family. Even though I kept making mistakes. 😂 In the video, we will make sugar cookies, m&m cookies, and Chex Mix. At the end, join me and my family as we sit down and decorate the cookies together.

Join me as I make a Frozen theme birthday cake for my daughter. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/turn-away License code: 8TZGXDZB1CGDLD38 Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/prairie-tone License code: CMKPWLJSYX3HUAWY Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/ghost-piano License code: UDXNQQMD5UH5NXGN Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/dan-phillipson/making-progress License code: X2HCECULVXDZ0SNR Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/tatami/mellow-skies License code: ESAKKWYHWAHGRDO8

Join me as I start my fall container garden for the first time. Where to buy Seeds: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BackToNatureCompany?ref=shop_sugg

I just got back from vacation and I needed to go grocery shopping. I figured this would be a great time to meal plan my freezer to get some of the older food used up since my fridge was empty. Join me as I show you the step I use to get this done and how I come up with meals based around the ingredients I have. Recipes: Polish Sausage Potato Casserole https://www.cooks.com/recipe/8z7yu0hl/polish-sausage-potato-casserole.html Tandoori Chicken https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a20267342/tandoori-chicken-recipe/

Join me on a new adventure of Vermiculite. In this video I set up a worm bin to prepare for fertilizer shortages.

Here is my grandmothers recipe that makes quick and easy sourdough. This recipe has no kneeding. It is a make it and leave it type of bread. This bread is the best tasting bread I have ever had in my entire life. My family raves about how amazing this bread is. Starter Recipe: 3 Packages Yeast or 7 1/2 tsp Yeast 1 Cup Warm Water Place in the fridge for 3-5 days after making and let it sit. Feed again after 3-5 days After feeding another feeding you can make bread or put it back in the fridge. The sourdough flavor gets better with age. The older your starter is the better the taste will be. Glass Jar I used for my sourdough: https://www.amazon.com/Anchor-Hocking-1-Gallon-Heritage-Hill/dp/B01EIJ0P6W/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=glass%2Bjar&qid=1658338100&s=apparel&sr=1-2&th=1 The loaf Pan I use for my bread: https://www.amazon.com/USA-Pan-Bakeware-Nonstick-Aluminized/dp/B002UNMZPI?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1 The plastic container that I use to hold my loaf: https://www.amazon.com/LocknLock-Essentials-Airtight-containers-Box-21-1/dp/B00466I4FW/ref=sr_1_13?crid=327O47V9Z9V6G&keywords=bread+storage+containers+with+lids+airtight&qid=1658339015&sprefix=bread+storage%2Caps%2C343&sr=8-13

Here is my families recipe for a quick and easy dinner. This is my go to recipe for pizza and bread sticks. I also make homemade pizza sauce. This recipe takes me less than 30 minutes and cost less that $5 per pizza. #pizza #pizzasaucerecipe #pizzadough Pizza Dough Recipe: 1 1/2 cup of warm water 110 degrees 1tsp sugar 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast 4 cups of flour 1tsp salt 1/3 cup olive oil Mix water, sugar, and yeast together. Let it sit for 10 minutes. In mixer bowl add flour, salt, olive oil and yeast mixture. Mix with dough hook for 5 minutes or until it is soft and elastic. Place dough in a oil bowl and cover. Place in fridge until ready to use. Bake pizza at 550 for 6-7 minutes add toppings and bake again for 7 minutes until nice and brown. Pizza Sauce: 1 whole onion 1/4 cup of olive oil 3 tbsp parsley 1tbsp oregano 3 tbsp garlic powder 1/4 cup of sugar 1 tsp salt 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes 1/2 small can of tomato paste Sautee the onions in olive oil until translucent. Add the spices into the oil and cook for 3minutes. Add in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Then add in the sugar and salt. Allow to simmer for 3 hours for best flavor. *For 2 pizzas* Caste Iron Pizza Pan (Mine was discontinued) https://www.lodgecastiron.com/product/seasoned-cast-iron-pizza-pan?sku=BW15PP

Join me as I cook a pot pie in a large casserole dish for my family. Looking for a simple meal to last your family a few days or want to show off for a dinner party? This is it!

Join me in the kitchen while I make homemade banana bread and homemade blueberry muffins for my family. Banana Bread Recipe: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/6687/banana-bread/ Blueberry Muffin Recipe: (Cant find the original but here is my copy) 1 1/2 cup All Purpose Flour 3/4 Cup Sugar 1/2 Tsp Salt 2 Tsp Baking Powder 1/3 Cup Vegetable Oil 1 Egg 1/3 Cup Milk 1 Cup Blueberries Topping: 1/2 Cup Sugar 1/3 Cup Flour 1/4 Cup Butter 1 1/2 Tsp Cinnamon Preheat Oven to 400 degrees. Combine all batter ingredients and mix Crumb Topping: Mix sugar, flour, diced butter and cinnamon. Sprinkle over muffins before baking. ( I skipped this step) Bake for 20-25min Flour and Sugar Storage Container: LocknLock Easy Essentials Food Lids (Flip-Top) / Pantry Storage, BPA Free, Top-50.7 Cup-for Rice, Clear https://a.co/d/05V0PO0 Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: V8CSWIVBM4TO2DG4 Copyright Disclaimer: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the copyright act 1976, allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use.

My husband and I are doing garden chores. We collected produce and rearranged our garden. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/straight-through-the-meadow License code: SUL8IW07EORXYYVN Copyright Disclaimer: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the copyright act 1976, allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use.

A quick video on how to make brown sugar at home. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/giulio-fazio/lulu-swing License code: T7J2DVXMH6VVFGRY Copyright Disclaimer: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the copyright act 1976, allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use.

Proof that even if you rent you can still grow an amazing garden. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/dan-barracuda/enchantment License code: YOOQKDPJHOZDFAHF Copyright Disclaimer: Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the copyright act 1976, allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use.