I have always lived in the country by choice. This means that if I run out of an ingredient, there is no way to just run to the store for a replacement. This self imposed rule, means having to become pretty creative about making certain items that are used regularly. Just because someone enjoys cooking, doesn't mean they don't enjoy convenience foods. Here are 5 things that you probably buy, that you should just make yourself. Never run out again!
Yea, they are THAT easy to make, and contain nothing you can't pronounce.
I don't like canned cream soup, so this is a make ahead recipe that you scoop and mix as needed.
Make a big batch of this to have on hand for a quick dessert, suprise guests and let's face it: Sometimes, the only thing you want for dinner is a big, fat brownie.
Just mix this up. I don't know who invented the notion that you had to buy your oats in small, flavor enhanced packets.
I love this replacement for packages of onion soup mix. It's so simple to have some on hand all the time.
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