Carol - Thrifty Chic Housewife

13/09/2026

🍂 Oktoberfest-inspired comfort food from my kitchen to yours! 🇩🇪🥨

If you love sauerkraut, you’re going to want to try this German Sauerkraut Soup! It’s hearty, cozy, and full of delicious flavor from tangy sauerkraut, smoked sausage, and tender potatoes.

Perfect for a chilly fall evening or an Oktoberfest-inspired dinner at home. 🍲🍺

🎥 The recipe video is up now! Come cook with me and see just how easy this comforting German-inspired soup is to make.

👉 Watch the video and let me know: Are you a sauerkraut lover? ❤️

German Sauerkraut Soup Recipe — an Oktoberfest-inspired comfort foo...

13/09/2026

🎃 Okay, not a Thrifty find but definitely a Chic one 😉… this is one of those kitchen finds that is just TOO CUTE to pass up!

I’m loving this pumpkin-shaped enameled cast iron Dutch oven! 🤍🎃 It’s 5.5 quarts, so it’s a great size for soups, stews, braising, sourdough bread and all those cozy fall recipes.

And can we talk about how pretty this would look sitting on the stove all season?! 😍 It’s functional AND adds a little fall charm to your kitchen—which is exactly my kind of kitchen decor!

I found it on Amazon and wanted to share it with you because I know so many of you love cozy kitchen finds as much as I do. 🍂

🛒 You can find it here:
https://amzn.to/4cE7bsX

As always, this is an affiliate link, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase—at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting my little corner of the internet! ❤️

From stove to centerpiece. The Larder & Vine Pumpkin Dutch Oven brings together beautiful presentation and everyday functionality in one thoughtfully designed piece. Perfectly sized for hearty fall soups, seasonal stews, holiday sides, and one-pot meals, it delivers the performance of a premium e...

08/09/2026

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06/09/2026

🍂 Are you ready for FALL?! 🍁

I’d love to know — what’s your favorite way to make your home feel cozy for fall? 🤎

And if you see something you love in today’s video, I’ve linked my fall favorites below! 🛍️👇

Thank you so much for being here and supporting my little corner of YouTube. It means more than you know! ❤️

🍂 COZY FALL DECORATING | Amazon Fall Decor Finds & Affordable Fall ...

05/09/2026

It’s that time of year!

🍎🍂 Homemade Boiled C***r (Apple Molasses)! 🍂🍎

If you’ve never made boiled c***r, you’re in for a treat! Made with just apple c***r and a little time, it cooks down into a thick, intensely apple-flavored syrup that’s perfect for fall baking. ❤️

I love using it in pies, cakes, muffins, breads, oatmeal, glazes—and even drizzling a little over pancakes or ice cream!

It’s one of those old-fashioned recipes that makes your kitchen smell absolutely amazing and turns a simple fall staple into something really special. 🍁

And the best part? It’s incredibly easy and inexpensive to make!

🍎 Save this one for apple season—you’ll want a jar of this on hand all fall!

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02/09/2026

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23/08/2026

🍅 Let’s bring this one back!

If you’ve never made my End of Summer Pasta Sauce, here are some delicious ways to use it beyond a bowl of spaghetti! 🍝 It’s so versatile and a great way to sneak in some extra veggies. I’ve turned to it again and again…One of my pantry staples.

Think baked ziti, chicken and mozzarella skillet, meatballs, stuffed peppers, a great starter for hamburger soup—and so much more.

This is one of those canning recipes that keeps giving all year long. ❤️

Have you made this one yet? What’s your favorite way to use homemade pasta sauce?

🎥 Watch the video here and save it for later!

This out-of-the-ordinary...

11/08/2026

🍑 Have you ever put VANILLA in your canned peaches? 🍑

These Vanilla Honey Spiced Peaches are absolutely delicious! 😍

Fresh summer peaches are combined with honey, vanilla and warm spices to create the most incredible flavor. They’re sweet, fragrant, and taste like summer in a jar! ☀️🍯

And the best part? You can enjoy that fresh peach flavor long after peach season is over.

🍑 Canning Vanilla Honey Spiced Peaches | A Taste of Summer in Every...

31/07/2026

Ball Jars