Bread Kits: Part Three – NT Friendly Soaked-Flour Bread Kits

As a note, refer back to my post from Wednesday, 10/13/10, for more information on soaking the flour in order to neutralize enzyme inhibitors in the whole grain flour. Here is how to assemble a soaked-flour Bread Kit: © Cindy Guthrie {Time requirement: up to two hours, every 1-2 months} 1. First gather the zip-close…

Bread Kits: Part Two – Traditional Bread Kits

Here is how to assemble a Bread Kit using regular whole wheat flour (“NT Friendly” Bread Kits will be presented Monday, 10/18/10): {Time requirement: up to two hours, every 1-2 months} First gather the zip-close bags needed: (2) quart-size and (1) gallon size for each kit. I make up (8) kits at a time. For…

Bread Kits: Part One – Ingredients You'll Need

© Printmaster It seems we are all looking for ways to bring better nutrition to our families, cook more at home, and generally to be more self-sufficient these days. You can begin to introduce a healthier lifestyle by making your own bread, and with a little planning, it can fit into the schedule of the…

Canning Chicken & Bone Broth

Today I am canning chicken and bone broth, in addition to our school day. Since the canner is going, I thought I’d take a minute to show you how I prepare our home-canned chicken. I start with chicken breasts, thighs and legs, bone in, and cook in the crock pot for about 24 hours, adding…

Katie’s Pesto Chicken

[Katie developed and perfected this recipe on her own. I am so proud!] 6-8 boneless chicken breasts Granulated garlic, to taste Cajun seasoning, to taste 1 8-oz jar basil pesto* 4 oz. sun-dried tomato pesto* [*We use the Classico brand] Preheat oven to 350º F. Spray a glass baking dish large enough to hold the…

Cindy's Pineapple Chicken

6 boneless chicken breasts, sliced into fingers Six Pepper Blend Olive or sesame oil for frying, just enough to keep chicken from sticking 1 can crushed pineapple, in juice 1 Tbsp canned, minced garlic 1 ½ Tbsp soy sauce, add more to taste 1 ½ Tbsp Dijon mustard, add more to taste 4 Tbsp brown…

Kenny’s Mexi-Meatloaf

About 1½ to 2 lb. venison hamburger or lean ground round 1 cup oatmeal 1 large egg, beaten Minced onion, to taste 1 clove garlic, minced; or sprinkle in granulated garlic, to taste ½ tsp dried basil ¼ tsp dried oregano ¼ tsp salt 1 16-oz jar mild salsa, separated, plus extra to serve on the…

Cindy’s Mushroom Chicken

1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 pkg Onion Soup Mix 4-6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Granulated garlic, to taste Cajun seasonings, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste Preheat oven to 350° F. Mix first three ingredients together. Spray an oven-proof 9×13” dish with non-stick spray and place…

Cindy’s Quick and Easy REAL Mac-n-Cheese (ready in less than 15 minutes)

1 13.25-oz pkg whole wheat elbow macaroni Salt to taste At least 2 cups freshly grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese ½ to ¾ cup heavy whipping cream 16 oz cubed, browned ham (optional) 2 cups additional grated cheese Cook the macaroni noodles according to package directions. While the noodles are cooking, brown the ham (optional) and…

Cindy's Chicken Tortilla Soup

1 to 1½ qt chicken broth (homemade is best); add water to make up the difference 1 pint canned chicken (or a 12+ oz store-bought can) 1 can Mexi-corn (corn with red and green peppers) ~ ½ Tbsp cumin ~ ¾ Tbsp chili powder ~ ½ tsp basil ~ ½ tsp cilantro Sprinkle of taco…