Basic Mixes

Creamy Hot Cocoa Mix (DRY)
 
 
2 c. dry milk (instant or non-instant)
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. cocoa powder
1/4 c. non dairy creamer
Dash salt Stir 1/4 c. cocoa mix with 3/4 c. hot water.
 
Flavor Options:
-Flavored non dairy creamer (Hazelnut & Irish Cream are amazing!)
-Powdered flavoring (raspberry, orange, caramel, etc...)
-Cinnamon / pumpkin spice
-Instant pudding mix (adds flavor & thickens)
-Marshmallows
-Crushed candy canes / mint candies 

Instant Oatmeal Packets (DRY)
 
This recipe equals 1 "store" packet.  We always double it & put 2 'packets' in one bag. 
Just set your ingredients up "assembly line" style, & scoop into sandwich baggies.  You can get lots of packets done in just a few minutes!  
 
1/4 c. powdered oats (regular oats lightly powdered in blender)
1 T. powdered milk
1 T. brown sugar
dash salt (optional)
 
***I use plastic shoe boxes for each flavor & label the box.  For example, put 20 Cinnamon Raisin in one shoebox, & 20 of Health Nut in another box. This way, they don't get mixed up.
 
Oatmeal Flavor Options:
(Some may be better suited for the kids...  My favorites are the cream, spice, & nut ones!)
 
Apple-Cinnamon  - To each packet add 1 Tbsp. sugar, 1/4 tsp. cinnamon, and 2 Tbsp. chopped dried apples.
Apple Pie - To each packet add 1/8 - 1/4 tsp. apple pie spice
 
Brown Sugar/Cinnamon - To each packet add 1 Tbsp. brown sugar & 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
 
Raisins & Brown Sugar - To each packet add 1 Tbsp. packed brown sugar and 1 Tbsp. raisins.
 
Health Nut - To each packet add 1 tsp. wheat germ, 1 tsp.ground flax seed, 1 tsp. chopped pecans, 1 T. honey powder
Fruit & Cream  - To each packet add 1 Tbsp. non-dairy coffee creamer and 2 Tbsp. dried fruit or fruit powder
 
Maple & Brown Sugar - To each packet add powdered maple flavoring (to taste) & 1Tbsp. brown sugar
 
Maple Pecan - To each packet add powdered maple flavoring (to taste) & chopped pecans
 
Pumpkin Pie - To each packet add 1/8 - 1/4 tsp. pumpkin pie spice Confetti  - To each packet, add 1 tsp. decorative cake/cookie sprinkles.
 
S'Mores - To each packet add 6 miniature marshmallows and 1 Tbsp. Milk Chocolate Chips to each packet.  (graham cereal optional)
Cookies n Cream - To each packet add 1 crushed Oreo cookie and 1 Tbsp. non-dairy coffee creamer to each packet.
 
Candy Bar - To each packet add 2 Tbsp. Crushed Butterfinger (or other candy bar) to each packet.

Pancake / Waffle Mix (DRY) 
 
8 c. flour
3/4 c. dehydrated shortening
3/4 c. powdered milk
3/4 c. sugar
2/3 c. dehydrated whole eggs
1/3 c. baking powder
1 T. salt
For pancakes or waffles, combine 2 c. pancake mix & 2 c. water.  (Water can be adjusted more or less for preferred consistency).  Let stand for a minute or two.  Cook on hot, lightly greased griddle.  Turn when bubbles form on top.  You can use a 1/8c. measuring cup or small gravy ladle to make them all "uniform" size.
*** Buttermilk pancakes - replace powdered milk with powdered buttermilk
 
*** You can also add chocolate chips, dehydrated  or freeze dried fruits, etc. to this mix - Or add fresh when cooking.

Creamy Cheese Sauce Mix (DRY)

This sauce can be used for macaroni (or other noodles), broccoli topping, potato topping, nachos, and lots more.  Adjust onion powder & salt to taste. 
Feel free to add salsa, chili/taco seasoning, Parmesan cheese, fresh cheddar cheese, etc...
Mix following ingredients well, & store in large container.
 
4 1/2 cups powdered cheddar cheese
2 2/3 cups powdered milk
2 2/3 cups powdered butter
2 2/3 cups flour
1-2 tsp. onion powder
1 Tb. salt
 
To make sauce:
Combine 1/3 c. cheese mix with 1 c. water.  Heat over stove on medium, stirring constantly with whisk until smooth & thick (It does not take long, once it heats up!)
 

Dreamy Alfredo Sauce Mix(DRY)

Combine the following in a 1-gallon container.... (This is a basic white sauce mix)
 
4 cups powdered milk
4 cups flour
4 cups powdered butter
2 tsp. salt
 
To make Alfredo Sauce:
Combine 1 cup water with 1/3 cup white sauce mix in a small saucepan. Add 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup softened cream cheese. Whisk till smooth over medium heat. Finally add 1 Tb. of "onion soup mix" and 1 tsp. fresh parsley. Pour over pasta or other food.  Yum!

"Lipton" Style Onion Soup Mix (DRY)

Mix or shake in a quart jar.
 
2/3 cups dehydrated chopped onions
1/2 cup beef bouillon
1/2 cup powdered butter
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
2 tsp. onion powder
2 tsp. parsley flakes
Use just as you would a packet of Lipton Onion Soup Mix!  Start with 1 Tb. mix in your recipes, & add more as desired.  Great for Alfredo sauce, soups, gravies, roasts, etc...

MAGIC MIX PUDDING:
1/2 C. SUGAR
1 C. MAGIC MIX
3 T. COCOA POWDER (OPTIONAL)
2 C. WATER
1 tsp. VANILLA (ADD AT THE END)
COMBINE DRY INGREDIENTS IN SAUCE PAN & MIX WELL WITH WHISK.  ADD WATER, & STIR OVER MEDIUM HEAT UNTIL IT STARTS TO BUBBLE.  REMOVE FROM HEAT, ADD VANILLA, & BEAT WELL.  COVER & COOL.  PUDDING SHOULD THICKEN AS IT COOLS OFF IN REFRIGERATOR.
 
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Tomato Sauce Mix (DRY)
 
6 3/4 c. tomato powder
1 1/2 c. cheese powder
1 1/2 c. sugar
3/4 c. beef bouillon
3/4 c. cornstarch
To make tomato sauce, add 1/4 heaping c. tomato sauce mix to 1 cup BOILING water.  The water has to be boiling, or sauce won't get thick.  Remove from heat & stir vigorously with a whisk.  
Can be used in any recipe calling for tomato sauce.
TOMATO SAUCE!

Buttermilk Ranch Dressing & Dip Mix (DRY) 
 
1 c. powdered buttermilk
6 T. onion powder
3 T. garlic powder
3 T. dried parsley
1 1/2 T. beef bouillon
1 1/2 T. chicken bouillon
1 T. black pepper (can use more, but we like less)
1/2 T. celery seed (can use more, but we like less)
1 1/2 T. cheese powder
To make Ranch Dressing, combine:
 
1 c. sour cream (low fat)
2 T. milk (skim or low fat)
2 T. vinegar
3 T. Ranch Dressing Mix
*You can also use mayonnaise & sour cream for making a thicker dip.
Flavor improves more with refrigeration!

Tortilla Mix (DRY)
 
8 c. flour
2 c. dehydrated shortening
3 Tb. powdered milk
1 1/2 Tb. salt
*Salt (& sugar) can both be added to taste.
To make tortillas:
 
Combine 2 cups tortilla mix & 2/3 c. water
Stir vigorously.  Put onto floured surface & knead into a ball.  Divide into 2" (approx) balls.  Roll out very very VERY thin! Heat in un-greased or lightly greased pre-heated pan until light brown spots appear.  I just use my non-stick cooking spray, & it works great!  
To keep tortillas soft & moist, transfer each one immediately after cooked into a gallon sized ziplock bag.  They can be re-softened for a few seconds in the microwave, also.

Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix

1 Tb. Chili powder

2 tsp. Onion powder

1 tsp. Cumin

1 tsp. Garlic powder

1 tsp. Paprika

1 tsp. Oregano-ground

1 tsp. Sugar

1/2 tsp. Salt

Mix well. Yield 3 tablespoons mix. Equal in strength to a 1 1/4 ounce pkg. of commercial taco seasoning.

Homemade Shake and Bake Recipes

ORIGINAL SOURCE UNKNOWN

Homemade Seasoned Pepper

1/3 cup Black peppercorns

2 Tb. Sweet pepper flakes

(optional)

2 Tb. Whole white peppercorns

1 tsp. Dried minced onion

1 tsp. Crushed red pepper flakes

½ tsp. Dried minced garlic

Process until crushed to a coarse powder. Store in airtight jar. Makes about 2/3 cup.

Homemade Pantry Ketchup

6oz. Tomato Paste

1/3 cup Water

1 Tb. Lemon Juice

1 tsp. Honey

1/2 tsp. Olive Oil

1 tsp. Onion Powder

1/4 tsp. Garlic Powder

1/2 tsp. Salt

Mix ingredients together. For thinner consistency, mix in more water. Keep refrigerated for up to one week.