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    Pantry Staples You Can Make at Home

    When you learn to make pantry staples at home, you make it easier to cook when you run out of an ingredient and you can save money in the process! Check out these easy, pantry staples recipes to replace the commercial items you might be overspending on.

    From making your own brown sugar and pie crust to whipping up a batch of Chicken Noodle Soup better than the can, you'll be freed up in the kitchen with more money in your wallet.

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    Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

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    Spicy Fish Seasoning

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    Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

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    Alphabet Soup (43 cents/cup)

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    3-Ingredient Mac and Cheese Recipe

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    Frozen Green Beans  & How to Use Them in Recipes

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