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Cooking Out Of The USDA Recipes

I was reading a post on the WVU Extension - Family Nutrition Program Facebook page, and they had links to recipes on the USDA website for the My Plate section. Recipes created to be (in theory) healthier and affordable. I saw one for Beef & Noodles and also a pantry-staple recipe for a base seasoning… Continue reading Cooking Out Of The USDA Recipes

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Pantry Staples: Meals In A Jar Roundup

Having meals in a jar is a great way to be prepared for power outages, storms that keep you from getting out, and nights when you don't have to think deeply about what to make. This is a collection of meals-in-a-jar and pantry-staple recipes I have made over the years. They call for dehydrated and… Continue reading Pantry Staples: Meals In A Jar Roundup

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Pantry Staples: DIY Hamburger Helper Mix

Ever wanted an easy dinner, where you don't have to think hard - that works for both rushed nights, or when winter hits and you can't get out safely? Pantry staples are just that—great to have on hand so you can make a meal. Meals in Jars make it even easier. In this version of… Continue reading Pantry Staples: DIY Hamburger Helper Mix

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It’s Only $23 It Wouldn’t Buy Anything

I recently saw someone post, "It's only $23, it wouldn't buy anything," on a post about the (real) potential of no SNAP benefits coming on Saturday, November 1st. They were sour over what they had been offered in SNAP benefits at some point before (apparently). They didn't elaborate, but that was my takeaway from the… Continue reading It’s Only $23 It Wouldn’t Buy Anything

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Pantry Staples: Ranch Dressing Mix

Looking for an easy dry ranch dressing mix that you can make out of your herb and spices shelf? It works great as a buttermilk ranch dressing or even used as a dry powder, sprinkled on food before cooking. While you don't have to, you can gently grind up the herbs nd spices to a… Continue reading Pantry Staples: Ranch Dressing Mix