Pinto beans, and really, beans of all kinds are a nutritious, inexpensive way to get protein into our bodies. They are so versatile -- great in burritos, chili, soups, salads, and other recipes. Still, paying $1 per 15 oz can is so much more expensive than canning them yourself. Here's my safe instructions on how to can pinto beans in a pressure canner. Pressure canning ...
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How to Make Your Own Homemade Chili Seasoning and Other Homemade Mixes
One of the best ways that I have found to save money is to make more from scratch. Being busy and on the go all the time makes it really tempting to let others prepare our food. In the end, though, it's best to make our own seasonings. I'll show you how to make your own homemade chili seasoning that will go beautifully with dehydrated, canned, or in the chili recipe in this ...
How to Make a Knockoff Starbucks Medicine Ball Tea Recipe
It's the time of year when cold and flu are prevalent, and we look for a good cup of hot tea that will help us get well and stay well. This knockoff Starbucks medicine ball recipe is one that's been around our household since my daughter first made it. My daughter Abi has always been a whiz in the kitchen. She has very specific tastes, and often, those tastes are much more ...
How to Bake a Perfect Holiday Dinner Ham
Holidays can be so stressful, especially now that we are doing most of our own cooking due to stay-at-home orders. This recipe will make your holiday ham dinner shine more brightly, and with less time! My family loves ham, and after all the Thanksgiving turkey leftovers in November, we are all ready for ham at Christmas! What Makes a Great Ham Dinner? Actually, ...
How To Save Money by Freezing Pumpkin Puree
Growing pumpkin is relatively easy and depending on the type you are growing, each one can yield quite a bit. Freezing pumpkin puree is a good way to save money on food if you use canned pumpkin frequently, and if you aren't picky about the type of pumpkin you are freezing. Having had to be pretty tight with my budget over the past 30 years (save for the past 6), I've ...
Easy Gravy Recipe: How to Make it Perfect Every Time
Gravy is one of the most fabulous foods, but it can be tricky to master. This easy gravy recipe uses my homemade white sauce mix, which is super versatile, and can be adjusted easily for any flavor, any meal. My homemade white sauce is the perfect texture and thickness to make the most wonderful, decadent gravies that goes well over pork chops, veggies, or just plain ...
How to Make Homemade White Wheat Rolls
The aroma of fresh baking bread emanating from a warm oven—especially in fall or winter—has the ability to work magical peace into the heart of all who experience it, and plant eager anticipation for what is soon to come squarely in our minds. This recipe is no exception, and this bread is perfect served aside your turkey and sides on Thanksgiving. These Homemade Rolls Can ...
Easy Thanksgiving Side Dishes for an Almost Effortless Holiday
Thanksgiving is one of those holidays that takes a ton of preparation, especially if you are making the whole thing on your own! Most people don't take on the whole meal, but rather, divide the cooking duties between many family members for a potluck style meal. These easy Thanksgiving side dishes are a perfect addition to any Thanksgiving table! Four Easy Thanksgiving ...
How to Make Homemade White Sauce Mix + 3 Recipes
White sauce is one of the most decadent sauces coming out of your kitchen, and works awesomely as the base of so many other great sauces and gravies. This homemade white sauce mix is super easy to make and keep in the fridge for a 2-3 minute white sauce that comes out perfect every time. How to Use Homemade White Sauce Our family absolutely adores homemade white sauce. ...
How to Roast Your Best Turkey This Holiday Season
Roast turkey is one of the most iconic foods for the holiday season in America, and as it should be! It's wonderful, delicious, and heart warming all at the same time as we enjoy the amazing flavor, and the nostalgia of past holidays, with every bite. It makes sense that you would want your turkey to come out perfectly, whether or not you are hosting a large gathering or ...
How to Make and Can Super Easy Salsa
If you love salsa, but don't have all the ingredients needed to make it from all fresh, you will love this recipe! It tastes great, has a lot less prep time, and comes together in a snap! Here's how to make and can the easiest salsa ever! Part of the goodness of having a tomato harvest is that you can make so many different products out of them. With your ripe tomatoes, ...
How to Make and Can Cherry BBQ Sauce
When you think of cherries, maybe what comes to mind is eating them fresh, in a pie, or even as a jam. All of those are wonderful, but once you discover cherry bbq sauce, you will never forget it! Cherry BBQ Sauce to the Rescue Last year, Todd and I tried peach bbq sauce and fell in love. The marriage of fruity sweetness with the smoky and spicy herbs tasted perfect, ...