5 Homemade Pantry Mixes to Keep Stocked 🫙🫙🫙

Introduction

In this tutorial, we'll explore how to make five essential homemade pantry mixes that will help you prepare quick breads, snacks, pancakes, and more. Stocking these mixes in your pantry not only saves time but also enhances your cooking flexibility. Let’s get started!

Step 1: Sweet Quick Bread Mix

1. Ingredients Needed:

   • 4 cups all-purpose flour
   • 1 cup sugar
   • 1 tablespoon baking powder
   • 1 teaspoon salt
   • 1 teaspoon baking soda

2. Instructions:

   • In a large bowl, combine all the dry ingredients.
   • Mix thoroughly until well blended.
   • Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

3. Usage:

   • To make a quick bread, combine 2 cups of the mix with wet ingredients like eggs, milk, and oil. Bake according to your recipe.

Step 2: "Cream of" Master Mix

1. Ingredients Needed:

   • 1 cup butter
   • 1 cup flour
   • 2 cups broth (chicken or vegetable)
   • 1 cup milk
   • Salt and pepper to taste

2. Instructions:

   • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
   • Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
   • Gradually whisk in broth and milk until smooth.
   • Season with salt and pepper.

3. Storage:

   • Cool and store in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.

Step 3: Homemade Onion Soup Mix

1. Ingredients Needed:

   • 3/4 cup onion flakes
   • 1/4 cup beef bouillon granules
   • 1 tablespoon onion powder
   • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
   • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

2. Instructions:

   • Mix all ingredients in a bowl until combined.
   • Store in an airtight container.

3. Usage:

   • Use 1/4 cup of this mix to replace one packet of store-bought onion soup mix in recipes.

Step 4: Pancake Mix

1. Ingredients Needed:

   • 2 cups all-purpose flour
   • 2 tablespoons sugar
   • 1 tablespoon baking powder
   • 1 teaspoon baking soda
   • 1 teaspoon salt

2. Instructions:

   • Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl.
   • Mix well and store in an airtight container.

3. Usage:

   • For pancakes, mix 1 cup of the pancake mix with 1 cup of milk and 1 egg. Cook on a hot griddle.

Step 5: Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies Mix

1. Ingredients Needed:

   • 2 cups quick oats
   • 1 cup flour
   • 1 cup brown sugar
   • 1/2 cup white sugar
   • 1 teaspoon baking powder
   • 1/2 teaspoon salt
   • 1 cup dried cranberries

2. Instructions:

   • Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
   • Store in an airtight container.

3. Usage:

   • To bake cookies, mix with 1/2 cup melted butter, 1 egg, and bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes.

Conclusion

By creating these five homemade pantry mixes, you'll have quick and easy ingredients on hand for a variety of meals. Stock your pantry with these mixes, and enjoy the convenience of homemade cooking. For more tips and recipes, consider exploring the resources provided in the video description!