Category: From Scratch

  • Homemade Sloppy Joe Mix

    Pantry Seasoning Blend for a classic sandwich filling Keeping this seasoning mix ready means sloppy joes are only minutes away. It’s a simple blend of pantry spices that tastes even better than store-bought packets. Mix Together Store in a mason jar and shake before each use. Make Dinner For every pound of browned ground beef:…

  • Homemade Pasta-Roni Herb Pasta

    Creamy Herb Pasta, An Underrated Side Dish This homemade version has all the creamy herb flavor without the packaged ingredients. It’s one of my favorite quick sides for chicken, pork, or grilled vegetables. Jar Ingredients Cook It Up Add contents to 4½ cups water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 8–10 minutes until…

  • Homemade Red Sauce

    A Homestead Staple Every kitchen needs a dependable red sauce. This recipe becomes the base for countless meals, making it one of the most useful recipes I keep on hand. Ingredients Slow Cook Combine everything in a slow cooker. Cook on low for about 4 hours. Store in mason jars in the refrigerator for up…

  • Homemade Tomato Basil Pasta

    It’s more than pasta night Simple ingredients often make the best meals. This homemade pasta mix turns pantry staples into a flavorful dinner that’s ready whenever you need it. Jar Ingredients Cook It Up Brown one pound of ground beef. Add the jar mix and 4 cups water. Cook about 20 minutes until pasta is…

  • Homemade Cheesy Burger Mac

    Homemade Pantry Favorite It’s more than mac and cheese Creamy cheese, pasta, and seasoned beef come together into a meal kids and adults both love. Making your own mix lets you control the ingredients while stocking your pantry with easy dinners. Jar Ingredients Make Dinner Brown one pound of ground beef. Add the mix and…

  • Homemade Homestead Helper Stroganoff

    Creamy Family Favorite It’s more than comfort food Some meals simply remind you of home. Stroganoff is creamy, filling, and one of those recipes everyone enjoys. Making your own mix keeps it simple while skipping unnecessary additives. Jar Ingredients Additional: Make Dinner Brown the beef. Add the jar mix and water. Bring to a boil,…

  • Homemade Hamburger Buns

    Soft, Fluffy Bread Nothing beats pulling warm homemade hamburger buns from the oven. They make even the simplest burgers feel like something special. Whether we’re grilling outside or making sloppy joes on a weeknight, homemade buns always disappear first. Simple Ingredients Makes approximately 12 buns. Bake Them Fresh Combine yeast, warm water, and honey. Let…

  • Skip the Season Packets

    We all know the seasoning packet aisle at the grocery store. Taco seasoning. Ranch mix. Onion soup mix. Gravy packets…the list goes on. But how many times have you started making dinner only to realize you don’t have the one seasoning packet your recipe calls for? Well…I’m about to let you in on a little…

  • Homemade Chicken Rice-a-Roni

    Better Than the Box and more than a quick side dish Some recipes become pantry staples because they’re easy, while others stay because everyone asks for them again. This homemade Chicken Rice-a-Roni is both. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it’s an inexpensive meal starter or side dish that tastes better than the boxed version. I…

  • FARMacy, Not Pharmacy

    Why We Believe Health Begins Long Before We Ever Need Medicine If you’ve spent any time here on the homestead, you’ve probably heard me say, “We believe in the FARMacy before the pharmacy.” It’s a phrase that sometimes catches people off guard. Some assume it means we don’t trust doctors or that we’ve sworn off…