This is an easy and quick soup to make.
Yummy, also.
NEED:
1 pound of ground beef or you can use the ground beef flavored tvp.
1 package of taco seasoning
1 can of Mexican stewed tomatoes
1 can kidney beans , undrained
1 cup of water
Brown the ground beef and drain the fat.
Add the taco seasoning, tomatoes, beans, and water.
Bring the soup to a boil and then simmer for a few minutes.
Serve. You can top this with shredded cheese and sour cream.
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
National Preparedness Month
You should be prepping every single month, but if you are just finding out about this than this is as good as time as any to get your family prepared for any type of an emergency.
Even if all you do right now is get prepared for some kind of natural disaster, it is better than nothing.
Share this with all of your friends and family.
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
DIY Homemade Solar Furnace
DIY Homemade Solar Furnace
A great looking solar furnace that I imagine a lot of us could make. Something to try. It is going to be winter soon enough.
A great looking solar furnace that I imagine a lot of us could make. Something to try. It is going to be winter soon enough.
Slowly Downsizing
I haven't been online much the past week. We have been working on getting rid of a ton of stuff. Getting prepped for winter and for hopefully down sizing next spring. I am wore out. I had to take the 10 trips to the local thrift store to donate stuff by myself. Luckily they have someone there to help unload the car. But, I am not moving too good now. Resting up the rest of the week preparing for when hubby will be home the 7th and we will finish up the shed clean out!
It is so amazing how much stuff we had accumulated in the past 8 years and how much of it was really unneeded. So much useless stuff in the house. Hubby said this house has tripled in size since we got rid of so much!! Still have more to purge!!
The shed will be the hard part. A lot of junk in there. A lot of furniture. I will most likely give it all to my brother for his furniture repurposing and redoing business. Plus he has a truck.
It is so amazing how much stuff we had accumulated in the past 8 years and how much of it was really unneeded. So much useless stuff in the house. Hubby said this house has tripled in size since we got rid of so much!! Still have more to purge!!
The shed will be the hard part. A lot of junk in there. A lot of furniture. I will most likely give it all to my brother for his furniture repurposing and redoing business. Plus he has a truck.
Friday, August 29, 2014
Make Homemade Salsa
Store bought salsa can never compete with the taste of homemade
salsa, and because salsa is so easy to make you can always make a whole
lot and store it for later use (or give it to family and friends as
gifts).
For the sake of this article to we are going to make enough salsa for 8 pints.
You Will Need:
* Tomatoes (the amount will depend on how much salsa you want to make but 15 pounds will make 8 pints of salsa)
* 500ml Vinegar or lemon juice (you will use vinegar if you are
using salsa seasoning mix and lemon juice if you are making your own
seasoning)
* Ball salsa mix or your own seasoning
* A big pot to sterilize the jars in
* Canning jars (pint size jars work best for salsa)
* Metal lids with gum binder
* Metal bands or rings to secure the lids
* 2 or 3 large spoons
* A pot for the tomatoes
Step 1
You will need to remove the tomato skins first. A quick and easy way of doing this is to put your tomatoes in a pot and cover them with boiling water for about 1 minute. The skins will slide right off!
Step 2
Cut your peeled tomatoes in half and remove the excess water and seeds by squeezing each halve and scooping out the seeds with your finger.
Step 3
Put the tomatoes in a drainer after you have taken out the seeds allowing them to drain a bit more. Chop the halves into pieces. The pieces should not be too big but you can cut them to the size you prefer your salsa pieces to be.
Step 4
Before boiling your salsa you will need to prepare the glass jars by washing and rinsing them thoroughly.
Step 5
When it comes to the question of using a seasoning mix or your own seasoning it all boils down to personal choice. The salsa mixes work just as well as making your own seasoning. For this recipe we are going to rely on our Ball salsa mix to do the trick. Put the chopped tomatoes into a pot and add the salsa mix and vinegar.
Step 6
Bring all the ingredients to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat and stirring the mixture occasionally, simmer for approximately 30 minutes. Tip: If you prefer salsa with a bit of a bite add 1 teaspoon of chili powder or chili flakes to the salsa.
Step 7
Using your spoons fill the jars with the salsa to about 3/4 full. Put the lid on and tighten the rings around them.
Step 8
Bring water to a boil in the big pot
Step 9
Put the filled and sealed jars in the pot and keep them covered with water. The water should keep on boiling.
Step 10
After about 5 minutes of boiling carefully lift the jars out of the water and allow them to cool overnight. This entire process will seal your jars and once cooled you will see that the lid has been sucked down. If you are able to pop it up and down it is not sealed.
For the sake of this article to we are going to make enough salsa for 8 pints.
You Will Need:
* Tomatoes (the amount will depend on how much salsa you want to make but 15 pounds will make 8 pints of salsa)
* 500ml Vinegar or lemon juice (you will use vinegar if you are
using salsa seasoning mix and lemon juice if you are making your own
seasoning)
* Ball salsa mix or your own seasoning
* A big pot to sterilize the jars in
* Canning jars (pint size jars work best for salsa)
* Metal lids with gum binder
* Metal bands or rings to secure the lids
* 2 or 3 large spoons
* A pot for the tomatoes
Step 1
You will need to remove the tomato skins first. A quick and easy way of doing this is to put your tomatoes in a pot and cover them with boiling water for about 1 minute. The skins will slide right off!
Step 2
Cut your peeled tomatoes in half and remove the excess water and seeds by squeezing each halve and scooping out the seeds with your finger.
Step 3
Put the tomatoes in a drainer after you have taken out the seeds allowing them to drain a bit more. Chop the halves into pieces. The pieces should not be too big but you can cut them to the size you prefer your salsa pieces to be.
Step 4
Before boiling your salsa you will need to prepare the glass jars by washing and rinsing them thoroughly.
Step 5
When it comes to the question of using a seasoning mix or your own seasoning it all boils down to personal choice. The salsa mixes work just as well as making your own seasoning. For this recipe we are going to rely on our Ball salsa mix to do the trick. Put the chopped tomatoes into a pot and add the salsa mix and vinegar.
Step 6
Bring all the ingredients to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat and stirring the mixture occasionally, simmer for approximately 30 minutes. Tip: If you prefer salsa with a bit of a bite add 1 teaspoon of chili powder or chili flakes to the salsa.
Step 7
Using your spoons fill the jars with the salsa to about 3/4 full. Put the lid on and tighten the rings around them.
Step 8
Bring water to a boil in the big pot
Step 9
Put the filled and sealed jars in the pot and keep them covered with water. The water should keep on boiling.
Step 10
After about 5 minutes of boiling carefully lift the jars out of the water and allow them to cool overnight. This entire process will seal your jars and once cooled you will see that the lid has been sucked down. If you are able to pop it up and down it is not sealed.
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Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Food Storage Recipe - Chicken - Tuna Surprise
Another simple recipe that utilizes what should already be in your food storage. Some a little different when you are bored of the same ol thing. Great for a dutch oven.
NEED:
1 can of tuna
1 can of chicken
2 cans of cream of mushroom soup
1 can of baby peas, drained
1 medium bag of crushed potato chips
1 can of french fried onions
Combine all of the ingredients , except the onions, in a casserole.
Bake at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes.
Place the french fried onions around edge of casserole and serve.
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Food Storage Recipe - No-Fail White Bread
You will never fail with this bread recipe. Great for cast iron bread pans in a grill.
NEED:
3 packages of yeast
1/3 cup of lukewarm water
3/4 cup sugar
2 1/2 tablespoon of salt
1 quart of scalded milk
1 quart of boiling water
1/2 cup of shortening
about 25 cups of sifted flour
Put the yeast in the warm water and let it "soften".
In another huge mixing bowl combine the sugar, salt, milk, water, and shortening. Let it cool to lukewarm.
Add the yeast and half of the flour. Beat until smooth and then work in enough of the remaining flour to make an easily handled dough.
Knead the dough until smooth.
Cover the dough and let rise until doubled in size.
Punch the dough down and shape into 8 loaves.
Place in the greased pans and let rise until doubled.
Place in a 400 degree oven and bake for 30 minutes.
Monday, August 25, 2014
Food Storage Recipe - Lemonade Cookies
Here is a fun recipe to cook up with the kids! Great to take on a summer picnic. Lemonade Cookies.
NEED:
1 frozen 6 ounce can of lemonade
1 cup butter1 1/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups sifted flour
Thaw out the lemonade. Cream the butter and 1 cup of sugar. Beat in the eggs. Sift the baking soda and flour together. Add it to the creamed items and add about 1/2 cup of the lemonade. Mix well. Drop the batter about 2 inches apart onto a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for about 8 minutes. Brush the cookies with the remaining lemonade. Sprinkle with the remaining sugar. Cool them on a cooling rack.
Friday, August 22, 2014
Finding All Your Guns And Accessories
Finding All Your Guns And Accessories
Keeping a collection of guns at the house is a complicated endeavor. Every gun owner needs to have the right weapons for their needs, the right ammunition, cleaning equipment, tactical gear and storage space. When people are creating a place to store their guns, they need to think about what they need to keep their guns in the best condition possible.
The Ammunition
Everyone who hunts, carries a sidearm or shoots target practice knows they need more ammunition than they think. Purchasing the ammunition from an outlet that deals only in discounted accessories will help to increase the stockpile of ammunition significantly.
Most people can find several boxes of ammunition for a low price, and they can keep that ammunition stored in their home along with their guns. Also, gun owners can purchase ammunition boxes that will be used for nothing other than storing the ammunition for their weapons.
Storage
When people are carrying a weapon, they need to have a holster. Holsters can be purchased in a number of styles from a place like http://grabagun.com/, and those holsters can fit a variety of weapons. There are still other people who need to have a saddle holster for their rifle or a case to carry their weapon while traveling. The best storage gear for a gun fits the gun perfectly, is comfortable and prevents the gun from firing accidentally.
Tactical Gear
Hunting vests, protective glasses and ear plugs are all standard when people are using weapons. This gear must be stored with the weapons, and it must be used every time the gun is in hand. People who do not use these items could be injured while firing their guns. The ear plugs and glasses can be stored alongside the weapons in the house, and the gear can be packed into a bag for the gun owner leaves the house.
Most gun owners know they need to store their guns properly, but they also need to make sure they have invested time and money in ammunition and protective gear. Finding all these items in one place helps to cut down on costs, and people will find it much easier to get what they are looking for.
Keeping a collection of guns at the house is a complicated endeavor. Every gun owner needs to have the right weapons for their needs, the right ammunition, cleaning equipment, tactical gear and storage space. When people are creating a place to store their guns, they need to think about what they need to keep their guns in the best condition possible.
The Ammunition
Everyone who hunts, carries a sidearm or shoots target practice knows they need more ammunition than they think. Purchasing the ammunition from an outlet that deals only in discounted accessories will help to increase the stockpile of ammunition significantly.
Most people can find several boxes of ammunition for a low price, and they can keep that ammunition stored in their home along with their guns. Also, gun owners can purchase ammunition boxes that will be used for nothing other than storing the ammunition for their weapons.
Storage
When people are carrying a weapon, they need to have a holster. Holsters can be purchased in a number of styles from a place like http://grabagun.com/, and those holsters can fit a variety of weapons. There are still other people who need to have a saddle holster for their rifle or a case to carry their weapon while traveling. The best storage gear for a gun fits the gun perfectly, is comfortable and prevents the gun from firing accidentally.
Tactical Gear
Hunting vests, protective glasses and ear plugs are all standard when people are using weapons. This gear must be stored with the weapons, and it must be used every time the gun is in hand. People who do not use these items could be injured while firing their guns. The ear plugs and glasses can be stored alongside the weapons in the house, and the gear can be packed into a bag for the gun owner leaves the house.
Most gun owners know they need to store their guns properly, but they also need to make sure they have invested time and money in ammunition and protective gear. Finding all these items in one place helps to cut down on costs, and people will find it much easier to get what they are looking for.
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