Who knew chocolate cake could be so delicious, low-fat, and full of fiber and protein! The great thing about substituting bean puree for oil in cake mixes is that there is NO texture difference like with the brownies (since brownies are supposed to be chewy and cake is supposed to be…well…cake like). The other [...]
Low-Fat Black Bean Brownies: Bean Food Storage Recipes
Tempting aren’t they? If you’re like me, you’re looking to lose a few holiday pounds and I’m going to show you how to do it using an unlikely source from your food storage…BEANS! Yes, that wonderful and musical fruit can help you make baked goods low-fat with out any effect on taste, plus give you [...]
Homemade Cheese Balls: Dehydrated Vegetables Food Storage Recipes
For all of you going to parties tomorrow (or hosting one) I’ve made a video to show you how easy it is to make your own cheese ball (and inexpensive…they sell for $5! at least at the stores) and of course I’ve incorporated some food storage. You can also use this same trick to make [...]
Ultimate Visiting Teacher Gift & Final Neighborhood Gift Idea
Now to the Ultimate Visiting Teacher gift! I was sent this idea by Jenn (and what a great idea it is!). *I forgot to mention the splash of vanilla that you put in at the end* Here is the mug wrapped for drop off. Here is the mug for immediate drop off, not wrapped. [...]
Neighborhood Gift Idea #7: Magic Fudge Sauce (let’s be honest…this may be just the perfect gift to give yourself!)
With a sundae that looks this good…you might just need to keep this gift for yourself! My mom sent me a recipe (you might say she is my ultimate everyday food storage fanatic ) where you can make your OWN Magic Shell…you know that really delicious chocolate sauce that hardens on your ice cream. Except [...]
Neighborhood Idea #4: Cookie Tins with Easy Gourmet Flare!
Now on to the next great idea for neighborhood gifts. Now sometimes, I know, you need to give an inexpensive gift that has real “wow” appeal. So, this idea will teach you how to a) easily gourmet up any cookie and b) show you a real “ta da” presentation for it. All done at a [...]
Dutch Apple Pie: Dehydrated Apple Food Storage Recipes
I was very happy to discover just how easy it is to use dehydrated apples in apple pies. In fact, not only are they easy…they are DELICIOUS! I can honestly say I will NEVER go back to peeling, coring, and slicing apples EVER AGAIN for a delicious apple pie. Making an apple pie from dehydrated [...]
Cream of Celery Condensed Soup: Magic Mix Food Storage Recipes
This soup is so great. I used it in my favorite casserole (Tuna Fish Casserole) and couldn’t believe how much better it was! Hopefully with these three soups (cream of chicken, mushroom, and celery) you can make any of your family’s favorite casseroles! Condensed Cream of Celery Soup 1 C. Magic Mix ¾ C. Water [...]
Make your own Condensed Soups from MAGIC MIX: Magic Mix Food Storage Recipes
YEAH!! You’ve asked for more recipes for magic mix, so this week will be dedicated to the magic of magic mix! Did you know you can make your own condensed soups (like what you get in a can and use in casseroles)? Yes, you can! And the best part is, that it’s practically just as [...]
Easy and Delicous Black Bean Soup: Bean Food Storage Recipes
I love an easy delicious soup, especially one like this that uses so many food storage ingredients! It is delicious, cheap to make and great for a crisp fall day. Plus, you all know I LOVE Mexican food. Black Bean Soup 1-1/2 C. Onion, Chopped (or 1/3 C. dehydrated onion) 1 T. Olive Oil 1 [...]