Okay, whether you’re routing for the Packers or the Giants-this weekend is a great excuse to use some food storage! If you know me, I love chili dogs-it’s one of those guilty pleasures I have. The only problem with chili dogs is that they are SO messy! (And anyone who knows me, also knows I [...]
Saturday Food Storage Show-off: Pioneer Brownies
Who doesn’t love a good brownie recipe that also includes food storage? I was so happy to receive this recipe for all of us to try. It has beans, wheat, and honey. Sounds great! This recipe is from Sade and she says… “Hey Crystal, You inspired me to try these and I’m so glad you [...]
The Everyday Bean e-Cookbook Sneak Peek!
I’m so excited! I have a new e-cookbook coming out this week, The Everyday Bean Cookbook. It will have 90+ recipes for breakfasts, sides & salads, dinners, and DESSERTS all with no added fats…just good ol’ beans from your food storage. Don’t worry the recipes aren’t scary, the recipes cover pancakes, waffles, muffins, quick breads, [...]
Studio 5: Milk Shakes Shook Up!
If you missed my latest appearance on Studio 5- click HERE to watch the video of how to make these delicious shakes using none other than powdered milk! (your favorite food storage item and mine! Peanut Butter Moo’d:-makes two 8-ounce cups Ingredients: 1/2 C. Water 3/4 C. Dry Powdered Milk 1/3 C. Chocolate Powder (like [...]
Mock Pecan Pie: Bean Food Storage Recipes
Okay, so you all knew this was coming…a pie made with…BEANS! You know my love of beans in dessert and it doesn’t take a holiday on Thanksgiving! This Mock Pecan Pie gets it’s filling from PINTO BEANS! Pecan Pie is expensive to make (and ESPECIALLY to BUY). However, this recipe will be nice to your [...]
Food Storage Back to Basics: Top Secret Tips for Getting Dinner on the Table
As we come to a close on the Food Storage Back to Basics Series, learn my top secret tips for getting (and finding time) to get dinner on the table! More great food storage recipes!
Food Storage Back to Basics: Beans as a Substitute for Oil
This is my favorite way to use beans!
Food Storage Back to Basics: Cooking Beans
Tired of beans being, literally, an all day process? Well see how FAST and EASY it is to cook them-with out soaking- in a pressure cooker in under ONE HOUR! Don’t have a pressure cooker and still want to cook beans? Cooking your DRY Beans: Dry beans need to be soaked before they can be [...]
Food Storage Back to Basics: Beans-That Musical Fruit!
Learn more about the basics of beans and some of the great things you can do with them! I love the green chilis and southwestern flavor and the fact that it’s done in a slow cooker! Make sure you serve it with some great corn bread. Southwestern White Chili 1 C. Chopped Onion (1/4 C. [...]
Food Storage Back to Basics: Powdered Eggs-an overview
Learn why powdered eggs are a must in your food storage and why it means you can have your kids in the kitchen with you again! I thought this was such a unique way to serve eggs plus it is really, really easy and delicious! I just love the recipes that have the gourmet flare [...]