Tag: homestead helper

  • 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,…

  • Homestead Helper Mix

    The Pantry Base It’s more than a seasoning mix This is the foundation behind several of my homemade meal kits. Making one large batch means several dinners are already halfway finished. Ingredients Mix together and store airtight. Use ½ cup per pound of meat in Homestead Helper recipes. Keep It Handy Store in mason jars…

  • Homemade Homestead Helper Bowtie Lasagna

    It’s more than boxed pasta This homemade version brings the convenience of a boxed dinner with ingredients you mixed yourself. It’s perfect for keeping on the pantry shelf when you need a comforting meal without a lot of planning. Jar Ingredients Additional: Make Dinner Brown and drain the beef. Add the jar mix, tomato sauce,…