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A beautifully illustrated and practical guide, this collection of tried-and-true techniques will help you stock your pantry with wholesome, homemade foods while saving money. Kris Bordessa, a well-known figure in the DIY food community, shares expert advice on replacing processed store-bought items with delicious, nutritious homemade alternatives.

With more than 120 recipes, this comprehensive book teaches you how to prepare everything from baking staples and condiments to snacks, pickles, and preserves. You’ll discover how to eliminate unnecessary additives, reduce waste, and enjoy fresher, better-tasting foods made right in your own kitchen.

Inside, you’ll find recipes for:

Breakfast essentials such as homemade instant oatmeal, a classic pancake and waffle mix, and convenient make-ahead egg cups

Baking staples including chocolate cake mix, no-knead rosemary-garlic bread, sourdough loaves, and easy flour tortillas

Homemade condiments like ranch dressing, grainy mustard, teriyaki sauce, and mayonnaise

Flavorful quick pickles, including bread-and-butter zucchini pickles, pickled beets and okra, and dill pickle relish

Healthier snack options such as barbecue potato chips, tangy fruit snacks, guacamole, and hummus

A wide selection of canning favorites, from orange-vanilla marmalade and bourbon-apple jelly to chowchow, pizza sauce, and salsa—all reviewed for safety by the National Center for Home Food Preservation

With the guidance of homesteader Kris Bordessa, you’ll learn how to streamline meal prep, cut back on processed ingredients, and enjoy homemade food year-round using items from your own pantry.