Prepping · Recipes

Prepper Pantry Egg Muffin Bites

I was thinking about go-to breakfast meals for the boys this fall that I could make in advance. Then, they could grab and heat them up. But as I thought more about it, I decided to make them with prepper pantry staples to see how they turned out before I made them with fresh ingredients.… Continue reading Prepper Pantry Egg Muffin Bites

Freeze Drying · Preserving

Preserving The Spring and Summer Bounty: Freeze-Drying Eggs

As we approach the Summer Solstice next week, homesteaders have been harvesting a lot of eggs if they have chickens, ducks, turkeys, and even quail. I know that for us, with only 17 hens currently, I can take in a baker's dozen per day, most days. For us, we are nearly at 16 hours of… Continue reading Preserving The Spring and Summer Bounty: Freeze-Drying Eggs

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Nut-Free Snacking Granola

Granola has become so expensive, and the ingredients have gone downhill in quality. I used to make Kirk granola, so why not make it again? I wanted to perfect a base recipe, with no nuts, seeds or berries first. The first version didn't have enough "sauce" to cover the oats deeply. And it was salt-free.… Continue reading Nut-Free Snacking Granola

Prepping · Recipes

Meals In A Jar: Prepper Pancakes

Pancakes are an easy breakfast option, especially if you only need to grab a mason jar and add water. Make a few up, seal them, and you'll always have a quick breakfast on hand. There's no need to worry about milk or eggs; freeze-dried ingredients are a star here. I paired the pancakes with shelf-stable… Continue reading Meals In A Jar: Prepper Pancakes

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Pantry Staple Recipe: Carrot Cake Muffins

It's Easter weekend, and carrots, bunnies, and eggs are all part of this holiday. We can do the same for these carrot cake muffins, making them easily from the pantry. By using canned food, you can have these ready with minimal effort. Carrot Cake Muffins Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1½ cups granulated sugar 2… Continue reading Pantry Staple Recipe: Carrot Cake Muffins