Red Lobsters makes a flavorful and not too spicy cajun seasoning.  This goes well on top of shrimp, chicken, fish, and sprinkled on top of baked potatoes or even corn on the cob.  This spice mix can be best described as something between Old Bay Seasoning, and Tony Casares seasoning.    If you haven’t had the pleasure [...]

This recipe was sent in by a fellow viewer.  The recipe was her Father’s. It’s great for sipping around a campfire on a cold night!  I especially like this recipe because the mix is delicious, and honestly better than I have purchased.  It makes about two pints, and you will have enough for yourself, and to [...]

You don’t need to buy a box of Hamburger helper for something this easy and the taste is so much better. Quick and easy.
1 lb of ground beef
1 packet of Lipton beefy onion soup mix
4 1/2 cups of water
1 Lb of Bow Tie Pasta
1 can of mushroom soup if wanted
1/2 – 3/4 cups of sour [...]

Are you looking for a less expensive alternative when it comes to spice blends.  This is a spicy and versitile spice mix that can be used for steaks, brisket, and so many more meats.  This is perfect grilled or even baked in the oven.
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon cayenne
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon [...]

Want the taste of south anytime?  You can have it, this goes well on fish, shrimp, beans, or even sprinkled on buttered rice.  Save money by making this spice blend at home.
2 Tbsp. plus 1 1/2 tsp. Paprika
2 Tbsp. Garlic Powder
1 Tbsp. Salt
2 Tbsp. Onion Powder
1 Tbsp. Dried Oregano
1 Tbsp. Dried Thyme
1 Tbsp. Cayenne Pepper
1 [...]

This is a great way to make this milk. It is lot cheaper to make it this way, and it does work nicely for baked goods.
 
 

3/4 C. sugar
1/2 C. water
1 C. plus 2 T. powdered milk
 
 

Combine all ingredients. Heat to boiling. Cook until thick, this will take 15 to 20 minutes. This equals one can.

This is another great recipe for this sweetened condensed milk. This recipe was graciously submitted by Vikke Keith. Making your own Sweetened Condensed Milk is a great way to save money in your baking.

This makes a very tasty mix, and it much cheaper than buying taco seasoning mix.

You can prepare Old Bay Seasoning, it is less expensive to preapare this seasoning mix as you need it. This goes well in seafood, on boiled potatoes, and on corn on the cob.

Threadgills is known for their southern cooking. This meat seasoning goes well with their chicken fried steak and much more.

You can prepare this mix at home, and save money.  You may even want to put this in a pretty jar and give as a gift.
1 16 oz. box of non-fat dry milk
1 C. Sugar
3/4 C. cocoa
Sift all together three times. Store this mixture in a tightly sealed container in a cool place. When ready [...]

This is a dry mix for instant tea. You can serve this one hot or cold.

This great recipe for cocoa mix was sent it by Maria.  You can make your own instant Cocoa.
 C. sugar
1 C. Creamora or equivalent
1/8 C. cocoa powder (or more if you really like it thick)

Mix well. Dissolve 4-5 heaping teaspoons of mix to a coffee cup and fill with boiling water. Stir. Mini-marshmallows optional. Also since [...]

Hands down, I have found the most perfect pancakes. Here is Alton Brown’s pancake recipe. I can’t even begin to say how tasty these are.

International House of Coffees are very popular, and can be expensive, consider making these favorites at home.