Disclaimer: obviously this is only a suggested shopping list, and all based on my opinion. Feel free to omit what you don’t like or don’t want and adjust this shopping list according to your own needs. I just think these are great options for keeping your pantry stocked with all the necessities for basic cooking and baking needs. Not only will it give you a lot of options but will save you time also. I’ve asterisked * what I think could be optional. Also, any brands of these items are absolutely fine. You will see varying prices by name brand in the supermarket and being honest, I don’t see a…
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This is the basic way I keep my pantry stocked
Keeping your pantry stocked is a helpful way to always have your basic items on hand and you can avoid a lot of last-minute trips to the grocery store. Most of these items are so inexpensive so you can buy them in bulk to build up your pantry stock. Here is a list of what I think everyone needs to keep in their pantry. Dry Spices While fresh are always best when available, dry can work just as well. Whether it’s to make a rub, add to chili, stews or even soups. I always have a lot of different spices in my cabinet because I really like a lot of…
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Stuffing waffles – a simple idea for thanksgiving leftovers
In my opinion, thanksgiving just isn’t complete without stuffing. I know there are so many different variations, but I love a simple French bread stuffing. It’s so basic (said in my best Anna Delvey voice), yet it has all of the flavors of thanksgiving in every bite. Stuffing is also great for leftovers too. Just reheat and pour some gravy right on. Sometimes though, I like to do something “not basic”, and that’s making stuffing waffles. If you have a waffle iron these are simpler than making your regular breakfast waffles. All you need is some leftover stuffing. You take a cold scoopful and add right onto a nicely greased…
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I’m not a Chef, but I love to play one at home
I’m definitely not a chef but I really love to cook. I wanted to learn to cook ever since I was little. I would love to watch and help my grandmother (we called her Nanny) in the kitchen. Most of her dishes were these really simple recipes. My favorites were her Pepper Steak and a dish she called Swiss Steak. Both had a very simple tomato sauce base. Her dishes weren’t fancy, but they were good. Early memories.. I can remember when I first wanted to learn to cook. It was watching the Graham Kerr cooking show every day with My grandfather after school. Graham would make all these beautiful…
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Quick and easy Olive Tapenade in under 5 minutes
Olive Tapenade is the quick and easy app you need in your life. If you love olives like I do, then you’re gonna to want to try this. I love all types of olives. The salty and savory factor makes them the perfect little snack. They could be green, black, blue cheese stuffed, Sicilian you name it, they’re all so delicious. Olives are great for salads, snacking or simple tapenades like this one. I always have black and pimento stuff olives on hand in my pantry. Now if you want to take it a step further, and get a little fancy with your olive selection, then you need to head…
