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Homemade Taco Seasoning
1 tbsp. chili powder 2 tsp. onion powder 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. paprika 1 tsp. dry oregano 1 tsp. sugar 1/2 tsp. salt Put all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk together well. This recipe is equal to 1 pack of store-bought taco seasoning. Store the mix in […]
Continue readingHomemade Barbeque Sauce
1 c. ketchup 3 tbsp brown sugar 1/2 cup water 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp barbeque spice (any mix you like) 1 chopped Vidalia onion salt and pepper to taste Place all ingredients into a saucepan and bring to a boil making sure to stir constantly. Reduce the heat to very low and let […]
Continue readingHomemade Pizza
The great thing about making your own pizza is that you can top it with whatever you like. This is also a fun family activity! Homemade Pizza Crust: 1 cup hot water 2tbsp. shortening 1/4tsp. salt 1 package yeast (fast acting) 3-6 cups of flour (depending on the size of the pizza you are making) […]
Continue readingHomemade Italian Dressing
Have you tried making your own italian dressing? It’s much easier than you may think. Make up a batch of this and store it in a glass jar in the fridge. It’s great on salads, but also a wonderful marinade for chicken. You can make this dressing more or less flavorful by adjusting the amount of […]
Continue readingHomemade Gravy Recipe
Making beef gravy from scratch (or any other type of gravy for that matter) has become a bit of a lost art. If you find yourself buying jar after jar of gravy at the store, or making it from one of those little powder mixes, I encourage you to give the homemade gravy recipe below […]
Continue readingHomemade Spagetti Sauce Recipe
2 cans crushed tomatoes 2 cans tomato puree 1 small can tomato paste 3 tbsp. olive oil 5 cloves garlic 1 lg. onion (chopped) 2 tbsp. fresh parsley (minced) 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. onion powder 1/2 tsp dried basil (minced) 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper Heat olive oil […]
Continue readingCorn Tortillas – Tortillas de Maiz
This recipe is very frugal as it only uses three ingredients – water, corn flour, and baking powder. A batch will last you a few days to a week, and these tortillas are a great healthy and cheap substitute to bread. Here’s the recipe: Here is my recipe for THE perfect tortilla. This recipe makes […]
Continue readingNoodles Eggs And Hotdogs Skillet Meal
1 package (or recipe) wide egg noodles 2 T. oil, margarine, or butter 1 large onion, chopped 1/2 to 1 package hot dogs, sliced into 1/2″ wheels 4 eggs (may use more or less as desired) salt and pepper to taste Cook egg noodles. Meanwhile, heat oil in large frying pan and saute onions until […]
Continue readingHomemade Vegetable Broth
I’ve fallen victim to a rather lazy trap and I guess it’s time to confess – I love having cans of chicken broth in my pantry. Lots and lots of cans of chicken broth. I discovered this addiction while I was cleaning out my pantry recently. There they were – six big cans of chicken […]
Continue readingZucchini Jam
Fruits and berries are spendy, but you or a friend are likely to have an abundance of zucchini. Also, pectin can be costly. This jam recipe bypasses both and is absolutely delicious! 6 C peeled and shredded zucchini (remove seeds) 6 C sugar 1 16 oz. can crushed pineapple,undrained 1 6 oz Jello (any flavor) […]
Continue readingZucchini Relish
The next time you forget to lock your car and later find the back seat full of zucchini, don’t despair. Instead make this delicious sweet relish! (Note from Hillbilly Housewife… That is so funny and so true. Anyone who grows zucchini or has a neighbor, family, or friend who does, knows all about getting rid […]
Continue readingClassic Kid Friendly Finger Foods – Perfect For A Picnic Or Party
and separate into triangles along the perforations. Sprinkle each crescent roll lightly with the garlic powder and Italian seasonings. Put pepperoni on the roll, then place half a length of string cheese on top. Roll up (from wide side to point) and put on baking sheet. Bake according to crescent roll instructions, until light golden […]
Continue readingMac 'n Cheese Made With Reconstituted Powdered Milk
Credit for this recipe goes to the University of Illinois Extension – Family Nutrition Program and our friend, Julie Henry, who asked the question – How long does reconstituted powdered milk stay fresh in refrigerator? In my research, and in my experience, the answer is: Reconstituted (prepared) powdered milk will last, if it is covered […]
Continue readingCream Of Celery Soup
I hate to purchase condensed cream soups! They all have msg and are very expensive so I created my own recipe. The proportions are approximate so bear with me. Cream of Celery Soup 1/2 stick butter or margarine (I use butter) 3 Tbs. all purpose flour 2-3 cups chicken stock + or – a bit, […]
Continue readingMaster Baking Mix
I got this from Cooks.com and I have used it many times in place of the more expensive (and not as healthy) Bisquick MAKING THE MASTER MIX For 13 cups 9 cups sifted all-purpose flour or 10 cups sifted soft wheat or cake flour 1/3 cup double-acting baking powder 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon cream […]
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