Prefer to pass on expensive, preservative-laden pantry items? Save money and stop worrying about what you’re feeding your family with these nine money-saving homemade pantry staples.
Pancake Syrup
Planning a pancake breakfast but out of syrup.? Don’t despair. Make a batch of this easy homemade pancake syrup with four simple ingredients.
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Homemade Mayonnaise
Nothing says farm fresh like this homemade mayonnaise recipe. A great way to use up all those summer eggs. No preservatives in this homemade pantry staple, and no need for storebought.
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Homemade Marshmallows
Homemade marshmallows mean ooey gooey goodness for a quick snack or to make s’mores. Even better, this recipe is made without cornstarch.
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Cranberry Relish
Cranberry relish is a delicious pantry staple to add to grilled meats and sausages. Don’t wait for the holidays. Whip up this no-cook cranberry relish today.
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Sandwich Bread
Stop loading up on tasteless loaves of factory-made sandwich bread. Use this frugal recipe to bake your own bread for just pennies a loaf.
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Sourdough Crackers
If you find standard grocery store soda crackers bland and tasteless, you’re going to love these sourdough discard crackers. Add your favorite seeds and seasonings to make a unique addition to your pantry staples.
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Tortillas
Say no to plain, packaged, tasteless tortillas when you make your own sourdough discard tortillas at home. Use them for breakfast burritos, lunch wraps or as a side for homemade chili.
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Pectin-Free Strawberry Jam
Stock up your pantry shelves with jam, but only the homemade kind. Make this easy strawberry jam recipe the old-fashioned way, without pectin, and feel good about serving your family a wholesome and tasty treat.
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Quick Garlic Dill Pickles
These quick garlic dill pickles are so simple to make that you’ll forget about the supermarket pickles altogether. This is a tasty recipe sure to become a favorite on your pantry shelves.
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