Use the bulk bins to try out unfamiliar spices and herbs, to buy small amounts for a recipe, and to save LOTS of money.
Baked Quinoa and Oatmeal
Serve this for a satisfying brunch. It’s especially good with hot chocolate, hot cacao drinks, or chocolate herb tea.
Ham and Bean Soup
Tastes like it’s been simmering all afternoon but cooks in 30 minutes thanks to home canning of celery, carrots, ham, beans, and broth.
Home Canned Potatoes
Red and gold potatoes were on sale. 10 pounds of potatoes filled 7 quart jars for the low cost of .56 per quart (plus lid cost) or .28 per pint
Ham Chowder
This thick creamy chowder is full of vegetables (and bacon!). Cheddar cheese soup, milk, ham, bacon, vegetables.
Tomato Fideo Soup
Leftover Pantry Fideo? Use it in this quick lunch. Serve with a small plate of cheese nachos or a grilled cheese sandwich.
Pantry Fideo
This has become our go-to favorite for serving with enchiladas. Mexican style pasta! It’s fast, it’s easy, and it’s good!
Green Pea and Bean Salad
You will be pleasantly surprised at this new way to use canned peas. Let it sit in the refrigerator while you finish cooking the rest of dinner.
Home Canning Dried Beans
Canning your own dried beans saves money, helps you rotate the dried beans in your food storage, and turns a time requiring food into a convenience food.
Wheat Bean Burgers
This is an unusual but very tasty way to cook with wheat and beans. It’s flavorful, filling, and inexpensive.