recipes

I decided to try something new for breakfast this weekend - German pancakes!  I've heard about this delicious, spongy treat but I decided to finally give them a whirl with my new favorite ingredient, Ova Easy egg crystals.  My pancakes weren't very pretty (see note below about opening the oven too early), but they tasted amazing and were a wonderful...

Who doesn’t enjoy fresh-baked muffins?  I certainly love them and so does my family.  I recently tried the basic muffin mix from Rainy Day foods and was pleasantly surprised at how good they were.  Since it is a mix, making them was very easy.  You simply add water; oil can also be added.  I tossed in some huckleberries that I...

Whether you're  a stay at home parent or a CEO, your job is sure to be full of surprises. There are probably some days when you get stuck at work for longer than you intended, or you just can't find time to fit in a full meal. I found myself unexpectedly working 10 to 12 hours per day last week...

Omelet sausage scrambled Ova Easy Eggs Ova Easy Omelet   It seems as though powdered eggs are one of the long term storage foods that scare people the most.  Fresh eggs have such a unique flavor and texture that the thought of a powder substitute is indeed a little strange. I shied away from egg powder for a long...

My family loves spaghetti.  Because it’s so versatile, I like to keep plenty on hand.  I also find it much cheaper to buy it in larger quantities.  One of our family’s favorite recipes is Pasta in a Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce.  Food storage items that can be used in it are:  spaghetti, garlic granules, canned chicken, chopped onions, mixed peppers...

Contributed by Kate Wilt Spring may be on the way, but chilly evenings can still make us crave warm, comforting meals. This barley soup is  filling but not heavy, and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This recipe can be made entirely from food storage, or fresh vegetables can be substituted when available or desired. Homemade barley soup...

Homemade pizza may seem like a time-consuming venture, but a little advanced preparation can transform this dish into an easy weeknight meal.  The crust and sauce can be prepared days ahead of time, and fully-assembled pizzas may be frozen to ensure that you can have a wholesome meal at a moment's notice. Even better, this recipe can be made entirely...

3-4 cups sprouted or steamed wheat 1 cup imitation beef bits or strips ½ cup tomato powder 2 Tbsp dried onion 1 Tbsp brown sugar 3-4 Tbsp chili seasoning Place in crock pot and add 4-5 cups hot water. Simmer for several hours before serving. May add more water if needed. Click here to purchase

2 cups dried potato dices 1 cup imitation chicken bits or strips 1 ½ cup cream soup base 1 Tbsp chopped onion 1 Tbsp celery 1 Tbsp butter powder (optional) Place in crock pot and cover with 2 cups hot water. Simmer several hours on low. May add more water if needed. Click here to purchase

2 cups dried potato slices 1 cup imitation beef bits or strips ¾ cp vegetable stew blend 1 Tbsp chopped onion ¾ cup dehydrated garden peas ½ cup tomato powder 4 tsp beef bouillon Place in crock pot and cover with 2 quarts hot water. Cook for several hours until tender. May add more water if needed. Click here to...