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15 Pantry Staples for Flavor, Convenience, and Saving Money

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You can make nutritious food out of basic ingredients, but to elevate those meals and prevent cooking fatigue, a well-stocked arsenal of seasonings and quick-grab items is essential. I am going to share 15 specific items I keep on my shelves, why I chose them, and how they ultimately save our family money by keeping us out of the drive-thru.

3-Month Pantry Supply: How to Stock Up on a Budget

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Chelsea standing in front of her well-stocked shelves, demonstrating how to easily build a 3-month pantry supply on a budget.

In this guide, we are going to walk through how to easily build a three-month pantry.

With food prices continuing to climb, it is becoming more difficult for many families to make ends meet. Establishing a working pantry is one of the best ways to insulate your grocery budget. The pantry we are outlining today will not cover every single fresh meal or snack, but it will secure the foundational calories, proteins, and fats required for a family of four.

6 Delicious Ways to Use Winter Squash

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Chelsea stirring one of 6 squash recipes spread out on her butcher block island.

If you are someone who claims they don’t like squash, I would encourage you to stick with me. In several of these recipes, the squash is the main ingredient, but it is supported by so many other flavors—like bacon, enchilada sauce, or sharp cheddar—that the “squashiness” is completely camouflaged.

How to Do a Pantry Audit to Plan Your Best Garden Yet

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Chelsea holding jars of preserved food in front of her canning pantry shelves, doing a pantry audit.

There is a lot of work that goes into building a pantry—from growing the food and preserving it to learning how to shop in bulk. However, the most critical part of managing a pantry happens right now, just before the new gardening season begins.

Harvesting Homegrown Ginger & 6 Ways to Preserve It

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Chelsea holding a homegrown ginger plant by the roots, outside in winter.

I recently experienced a moment in the garden that felt like a significant step forward in my self-sufficiency journey. I managed to grow enough ginger here in my northern garden (Zone 3) to last our family for nearly the entire year.

My Indispensable Kitchen Tools: Appliances & Gadgets I Swear By

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Chelsea displaying her collection of indispensable kitchen tools and appliances laid out on a farmhouse table.

I have been looking forward to sharing these for a very long time. After over eight years on YouTube and decades of cooking from scratch, I have tried my fair share of kitchen equipment.

7 Pantry Freezer Meals to Save Time This Winter

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Meal prepping in winter: Chelsea stands in her log home kitchen with stacks of freezer meals on the butcher block island.

In This Post Why I Love Pantry Freezer Meals Beef Stew Slow-Cooked Pork Roast Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Chili Mac (Sauce Only) Chicken & Rice Casserole Hearty Vegetable Lentil Soup Three-Bean Enchilada Bake Final Thoughts Why I Love Pantry Freezer Meals If there’s one thing that has saved me over and over—especially during the busy … Read more

How to Pressure Can Homemade Soup: 3 Hearty Recipes

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A row of quart mason jars filled with homemade pressure-canned soups sitting on a wooden counter.

In This Post Why I Can My Own Soups A Note on Canning Safety: What Not to Include Recipe 1: Creamy Potato Leek Soup Base Recipe 2: Hearty Chicken Taco Soup Recipe 3: Versatile Vegetable Soup How to Pressure Can Your Soups Printable Checklist Having a shelf full of home-canned soup is one of the … Read more