This Beginner Home Cook Essentials Guide is the foundation for most of what I post on The Homesmiths. We believe that high-quality recipes can replace our desire to eat out, saving us money and offering our family healthier food alternatives that taste professional. This is by no means an exhaustive list, I will regularly […]
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Tending a garden throughout the spring and summer is a fun task and a lot of work! Learning the ways to prepare for your garden in February can help make the process smoother and more efficient. Here are some of our best tips and advice! Why plan for your garden in February? If you
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Bulk homemade taco seasoning comes together quickly and stores really well! By making enough taco seasoning to fill a quart-size mason jar, I’m preparing the equivalent of at least 25 taco seasoning packets! Why make bulk homemade taco seasoning? If you make bulk homemade taco seasoning you’re in charge of the ingredients! If there
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When I think of potatoes, I don’t typically think of Asian cuisine. However, when I made Chinese Pot Roast the other night, the only side I had readily available was potatoes. I decided that I would work with what I had and with a few additional ingredients, managed to make a delicious smashed potato
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Chinese Pot Roast is a family favorite dish. It feels like a special occasion when we get to have it because the flavors all work so well together. This dish is the perfect blend of salt, fat, acid, and umami. Read on for the recipe and the answers to questions you may have! What
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Cowboy soup is a crockpot meal that contains ground beef, salsa, diced tomatoes, onions, and a few spices. The hands-on cooking time is minimal and the taste is fantastic! Read on for some common questions and directions on how to make cowboy soup! What is cowboy soup made of? 1 lb of cooked and
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This is the most versatile marinade because even though we use it as a chicken marinade, it can be used as a steak marinade, for fish or shrimp, and even vegetables! The ingredients in the marinade are easy to find and keep on hand but can also be swapped or adjusted based on your
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One of my favorite switches in our home to help save money was the switch to homemade laundry detergent. There are only 6 ingredients (7 if you add essential oils), and it takes less than 20 minutes to put together. Read on for the cost breakdown, some common questions and answers, and instructions! Is homemade
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This is an easy ranch dressing recipe that uses clean ingredients and mixes up fast. After an hour’s rest time, it’s ready to serve and is great for salads, dips, and as an ingredient in recipes! Read on for the step-by-step instructions and common questions about ranch dressing. Our family uses dips and salad dressings
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Loaded baked potatoes are one of the ultimate comfort foods. I did not grow up with potatoes as a regular part of my diet and I’m making up for it in my married life! This casserole has everything that we put on a loaded baked potato but makes it easier to serve to a crowd.
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