Recipes


 * EXAMPLES OF HOMEMADE ALTERNATIVES **

8 C. flour 1 1/4 C. nonfat dry milk powder 1 T. salt 2 C. shortening Combine flour, milk powder, baking powder, and salt in a very large bowl. Cut in shortening until it resembles coarse cornmeal. Store in tightly closed covered container in a cool place (cupboards are fine). Makes ab out 10 cups.
 * Baking Mix (Homemade Bisquick) **

2 c. sugar 1 c. water 1 tsp. maple extract Bring water and sugar to a slow boil over low heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heatg before it comes to a rolling boil (to keep crystals from forming). Add flavoring as it is cooling. Store in the refrigerator. For thicker syrup, replace half of the water with corn syrup. You may also add butter flavoring. Cost Analysis (24oz) Homemade = 30 cents Store-bought = $4.20
 * Maple-Flavored Syrup **

3 garlic cloves, minced 3/4 c. mayonnaise 1/2 c. buttermilk 1 tsp. dried parsley flakes 1 tsp. onion powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper Combine ingredients and blend well until smoth. Chill for at least 30 minutes. Cost Analysis (16oz.) Homemade = $1.25 Store-bought = $3.99
 * Ranch Salad Dressing **

1 c. ketchup 1 garlic clove, minced 1/3 c. chopped onion 1/4 c. each lemon jice, water, worcestershire sauce, and vinegar 2 T. soy sauce 2 T. packed dark brown sugar 1 T. prepared mustard Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes. Refrigerate. Cost Analysis (12oz.) Homemade = $1.99 Store-bought = $3.99
 * Steak Sauce **

1 c. warm water 1 pkg. or 2 1/4 tsp. dry yeast 1 tsp. sugar 3 c. white or wheat flour 2 T. oil (preferably olive) 1 tsp. salt In a bowl, mix the yeast, sugar, and water, stirring to dissolve the yeast. Let it rest 5 minutes. Add the other ingredients. Knead the dough on a floured board, adding more flour until it is not sticky. Place in a bowl and cover, letting it rise from 5minutes to 2 hours, depending ont he texture you would like. The longer you let it rise, the more bread-like the dough will become. Punch down the dough and shape into a large pizza crust. Top with your favorite toppings and bake at 450 degrees for 15 minutes. Cost (serves 4) = 99 Cents/crust
 * Pizza Dough **