National Preparedness Month is almost over and we have made a great start in getting more prepared by storing the basics: grains, beans & legumes, pasta, rice and vegetables. Now that we have some basic foods, we need to add items that enhance the flavor and make these basic foods a delicious meal. Cooking aids (such as baking powder, baking...
sauces
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NACHO CHEESE SAUCE
Nacho cheese sauce Ever have those nights when dinner just needs a lil something extra, but you just don’t know what to do with it? Next time you find yourself in this situation, why not try whipping up a little bit of Rainy Day Foods Nacho Cheese Sauce Mix and add some flavor to your meal. This sauce mix... -
Powdered Milk
Milk is a basic ingredient for so many recipes as well as a favorite beverage. But if you’re not able to run to the store for a gallon, powdered milk is handy and easy to use. That’s why it is so important to include it in your food storage plans. What is powdered milk? Powder milk is made from fresh... -
White Bean Pasta Alfredo
Here is a simple recipe that makes pasta night a little more interesting. This cheesy sauce is a healthy twist on regular alfredo, and the beans add protein and a creamy texture to the pasta. Use grated parmesan cheese for the most authentic alfredo flavor, or substitute your favorite freeze-dried cheese. I like mozzarella, but cheddar or colby could turn... -
Shepherd's Pie
There's a good chance that shepherd's pie, or "cottage pie," will bring a different dish to mind for almost every reader of this blog post. The shepherd's pie that I ate while growing up was made of beef and gravy with the classic mashed potato "crust," but there are now many, many variations to this theme. The meat can be... -
Chicken Pasta Alfredo
Summer is finally here and that means firing up the grill at our house. One of our favorite meals to fix is Chicken Pasta Alfredo. I like to use the curly egg noodles that come from Rainy Day Foods. You can get them in a 6 gallon bucket, 10 lb. box, or #10 can. We use these quite often so...