One of the items found in my pantry are wheat berries. Wheat berries are a true whole grain! Without these kernels there would be no flour. They are loaded with nutrients and are as easy as rice to prepare, perfect for a meal any time of the year. Did you know that raw wheat, ifContinue reading “Prudent Pantry: Wheat Berries”
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My Garden: Making Your Own Seed Starting Mix
I originally shared this post last year, however in case you missed it I decided to share it again! Starting your own seeds is one way to save money in your gardening costs. Another way is to make your own seed starting mixture. A variety of materials may be used to germinate seeds and rootContinue reading “My Garden: Making Your Own Seed Starting Mix”
Best Ever Mashed Potatoes
These best ever mashed potatoes are perfect for those special meals where you are trying to save time, they can be made ahead and then reheated,
Frugal Tips: Inexpensive Gift Containers
During the year I collect empty coffee cans. They make the best gift containers especially to put my Snax Mix in! Collect as many empty coffee cans as you can. Gather some cute Christmasy wrapping paper. Cut the paper to fit your coffee cans and secure with tape. Add some Snax Mix or other treat, addContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Inexpensive Gift Containers”
Recipe Box: Snax Mix
Christmas just wouldn’t be Christmas without making my mother in laws famous Snax Mix. Not only do we enjoy eating this ourselves but I usually make an extra batch to give away to friends and family. Here is the recipe for Snax Mix. I’ve changed it ever so slightly to add more cereal, I figureContinue reading “Recipe Box: Snax Mix”
Prudent Pantry: The Game Closet
By now you must know that I enjoy having a well-stocked pantry. We don’t live near the grocery store and it is inconvenient to have to run to the store for some forgotten item. By having a well-stocked pantry I am prepared for an emergency whether it be unexpected company or a job loss. RightContinue reading “Prudent Pantry: The Game Closet”
My Garden: Making Evergreen Garlands
Have you ever made your own wreath with fresh evergreens? When I was a child we had friends that lived in a converted barn. Every year they would invite friends over for a wreath making party. Everyone brought various greens and other items to decorate the wreathes with. There would be special activities for allContinue reading “My Garden: Making Evergreen Garlands”
Frugal Tips: Food for Friends
I don’t know about you but I love giving and receiving homemade gifts. I find a lot of people don’t want anymore “stuff” and a gift of food is perfect. It is also fun to make up a basket of goodies and I will often feature some sort of theme. For example; a jar of myContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Food for Friends”
Recipe Box: English Muffin Bread
Sharing another family favorite today. I’ve had this recipe ever since I was first married, long before I ever made my first loaf of “real” bread. It is perfect toasted for breakfast especially smothered with some of my own jam. English Muffin Bread 5 cups flour 5 tsp yeast (2 packages) 1 Tbsp sugar 2Continue reading “Recipe Box: English Muffin Bread”
Prudent Pantry: Gifts in Jars
One of my favorite gifts to give is a gift in a jar! Last year I made a wonderful soup mix which I gave as gifts. This year I am making a M&M Cookie Mix. When you use the green and red M&Ms that are available this time of year it looks quite festive. EvenContinue reading “Prudent Pantry: Gifts in Jars”
Nancy on the Home Front 