Tag: pantry

  • 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 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,…

  • 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…

  • 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…