Funny thing Jen, I was just thinking about you last night and was wondering if you were doing okay...since you hadn't put out a video for a couple of weeks..and boom here you are..so glad to see you...excellent video as always...and it's not just inflation..I cannot believe how many products that I go to buy that is less ounces ..pounds ..it's ridiculous..thank you for the haul and dinner inspirations...and for sharing with us❤ Take care of yourself 🥰
That phenomenon where sizes of products decrease with the combination of price inflation of the normal sized product is apparently called "shrinkflation"
New subscriber! Your style and pallet are right-on for me. I love your “whatever” attitude. You remind me of a younger version of myself. I’m going try these recipes for my next grocery haul! Awesome and thank you. I’ve been in a food rut and this is exactly what I needed.j
Thank you Jen! I am always needing new meal ideas. You are able to show how simple trying something new can be for people like me who get stuck in the food rut. ❤
I LOVE Aldi's. They have improved over the years, and carry so many more items. I recently bought the cheese protein puffs {not the jalapeno ones}. A great way to get in your protein and they're good. I also recently bought the light spreadable butter...so good. I prefer it over any of the brand names at HyVee or Walmart { live in Des Moines}. I love your videos...just wish you had more of them.
Hey 👋 Jen so good to see you. I love your ring it’s very pretty. Those were great recipes as always I am hungry now lol. You look great 👍 and I look forward to your next video. 🤗🇨🇦
I noticed our Aldi has their pepperoni where the turkey sticks and jerky are, also near pasta sauce and noodles strange I know but I didn't think they sold it either until I found it in those places
Jen! I’ve been watching your old videos, particularly your Thanksgiving ones, the last couple of days. Simultaneously happy for you that you are taking a well deserved break and spoiled at the same time, missing your constant uploads. It’s good to see your face! I had to pick up my phone to comment, so I’m actually going to go watch the video now 🤣
@@Jen-Chapin 🤣 absolutely no judgement and 100% support from me - and when you figure out the consistency part, tell me the trick? I’ve been chasing it a long time, but it’s a lot faster than me 🥴
For tofu, I LOVE making crispy tofu in the air fryer! Makes really good addition to a rice bowl with cucumbers and other stuff with either a peanut or teriyaki sauce. So good!
Ah! A Jen Chaplin video to watch as I go to sleep. Love your energy, planning, and creativity. Even with something as ‘simple’ (and we know it’s not simple as you and the data prove that housework’s the equivalent of a full-time job) as a grocery haul and meal planning I can tell how much thought goes into your work. Thank you always for the boost of motivation and encouragement!
If you haven't jumped on the chili crisp bandwagon yet, I think you might like it, especially with tofu to make a cold, spicy "salad" perfect for hot weather. You make a dressing with the chili crisp, sesame oil, soy sauce, fish sauce. lime, scallions and cilantro and let it marinate for a while. It just gets better over time. There's a bunch of recipes on line. You can also freeze scallions chopped into little rounds to throw into stirfries or chili or whatever. 😋
I just tried a pick up limes recipe for spicy gochujang tomato tofu, it was spicy, lol, but her recipes are really good. Otherwise i cube it, toss it in a sauce (i like nandos garlic) and roast it then put it in wraps or on salads.
Okay so. The Hatch Chile dip? Definitely warm it up. I tried it straight out of the fridge as a cold dip and it was terrible. lol. Definitely meant to be warmed even though there are no instructions on how to enjoy. I know this is old but the protein puffs are good.. they have a slightly weird aftertaste but pretty good all things considered!
Not meaning this in a mean way and i hope you understand but this is the brain rot ive been looking forward to all day (meaning i dont have to deeply think and i can just enjoy the content). Course work is kicking my ass and im about to start my nursing classes soon including phlebomty and eventually anatomy and physics so it's nice to have content I don't have to over think 🎉😂
The eating out inflation is definitely massive. Delivery is even worse. I tried once to order a single energy drink off of gopuff and the total price was a little over $17 for everything. That's including the drink, delivery fees, service fees and tip. Unfortunately I had an early morning the next day and needed it and don't live near gas stations or stores and can't drive so that was the option.
I swear I heard "struggle butter" @4:48 and I said "Yes! It is real!" because I never have the patience to let it soften & I rip the bread ..... Then I thought about it and realized you did not actually say struggle butter, but spreadable butter 🤣😂🤣
Okay I have a question about the biltong. I got the purple bag from Aldi (the original) and it's good! But after eating it for a bit it makes the space under my tongue feel dry. Like maybe tannins or something? Does that happen to anyone else?
You are my absolute favorite, but please, can you limit the paper plates and disposable kitchen ware in general? You’re a role model for many and let’s please consider the impact on the planet that we’re leaving for our children. I hope you take this comment with the level of respect that I intend. Always look forward to your content.
