Posted by sherry on October 27, 2000 at 13:01:22:
In Reply to: Looking for dry mix receipes for gifts " gifts in a jar" ideas posted by Denise on December 11, 1999 at 22:14:25:
: I would apprecaite any recipes that you might have for dry mxes that can be kept in a jar. for example.. hot chocolate mix... carrot cake mix... obviously one adds the perishable items when ready to make... they make great gifts for a gift basket.. Happy Holidays to ALL!! and thanks in advance!!!!
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SEASONED NOODLE MIX
Yield: 3 batches (about 1/3 cup total)
2 T. chicken boullion granules
2 T. dried parsley flakes
1 T. dried minced onion
1/4 tsp. pepper
In a bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 6 months.
To prepare noodles:
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
2 c. uncooked medium egg noodles
1 tsp. butter or margarine
1-1/4 c. boiling water
Place uncooked noodles in a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Dot with butter. Add water and 5 tsp. seasoning mix. Cover and bake at 350-F for 15 minutes; stir. Cover and bake 5 minutes longer or until noodles are tender. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Yield" 4 serving per batch
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FRIENDSHIP TEA MIX
Yield: 50 batches (about 5 cups total)
1 jar (21.1 oz.) orange breakfast drink mix
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. sweetened lemonade soft drink mix
1 pkg. (3 oz.) apricot gelatin
2-1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. ground cloves
In a bowl combine ingredients; mix well. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 6 months.
To prepare 1 c. Tea.
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
1 c. boiling water
Dissolve 4-1/2 tsp. tea mix in boiling water; stir well.
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FRENCH SALAD DRESSING MIX
Nutritional Analysis
Yield: 3 batches (6 T. total)
4 tsp. dried parsley flakes
1 T. sugar
1-1/2 tsp. onion powder
1-1/2 tsp. paprika
1-1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. pepper
3/4 tsp. garlic powder
Combine ingredients in a resealable plastic bag. Stir in a cool dry place.
To Prepare Salad Dressing:
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
3/4 c. vegetable oil
1/4 c. vinegar
2 T. water
Combine 2 T. of dressing mix and remaining ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Yield: about 1 c. dressing per batch
Nutritional Analysis: 2 T. of salad dressing equals: 93 calories....73 mg sodium....0 cholesterol....1 gm carbohydrate....trace protein....10 gm fat
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WHITE SAUCE MIX
Yield: Number of batches depends on thickness of sauce
..............(4-2/3 cups total)
2 c. instant nonfat dry milk powder
1 c. flour
2 tsp. salt
1 c. cold butter or margarine
Combine dry ingredients; mix well. Cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs. store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
To prepare white sauce:
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENT:
1 water
For 'thin' white sauce, use 1/3 c. mix
For 'medium' white sauce, combine use 1/2 c. mix
For 'thick' white sauce, use 3/4 c. mix.
Combine desired mix and 1 c. water in a sauce pan. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
Yield: 1 cup sauce per batch
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VERSATILE COATING MIX
Can be used to coat chicken, pork or even fish.
Yield: 6 batches (3 cups total)
3/4 c. dry bread crumbs
3/4 c. Parmesan cheese
1/2 c. flour
1/4 c. parsley flakes
3 T. cornmeal
1 T. dried minced onion
3/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
3 T. shortening
Combine dry ingredients in a bowl; cut in shortening until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place or freeze for up to 6 months