Expand your holiday gift-giving dollar with these healthy, home-made food mixes in a jar - download the recipes at: www.ag.ndsu.edu/pubs/yf/foods/fn1494.pdf
Be Part of the Party to Celebrate the International Year of Pulses: Dry Beans...Alice Henneman
The 68th General Assembly of the United Nations declared 2016 the International Year of Pulses (IYP) "to heighten public awareness of the nutritional benefits of pulses as part of sustainable food production aimed towards food security and nutrition."
Cold Pizza for Breakfast - Food Safety Tips for TeensAmy Peterson
The program covers Foodborne Illness Facts, MyPlate Food Safety Recommendations, and the Food Safety interactive quiz, “Keep or Toss’! There is also supplemental information on thermometer usage and food safety issues specific to seafood. It is a great resource to offer to middle and high school audiences as they learn to do more food preparation independently, BEFORE they leave the pizza out on the counter overnight!
Great for Extension Educators, RD's, teachers and anyone who wants to prepare and enjoy food safely. Developed by University of Nebraska Extension Educators Amy Peterson RD and Alice Henneman RD.
The Garden Grocery - Food Safety at the Farmers' MarketAmy Peterson
Farmers’ Markets offer a variety of fresh, locally-produced fruits, vegetables, bakery and meat products in a festive atmosphere.
Get the most from your local Farmers’ Market with these tips for food safety, food selection and friendly advice to for the Farmers' Market in your neighborhood or community!
Developed by Amy Peterson, MS RDN and Alice Henneman, MS RDN, Nebraska Extension
Are you spending your "calorie salary" wisely? 4 "budgeting" tips to get the most value for your money & health. More resources, recipes, & tips at http://food.unl.edu
Be Part of the Party to Celebrate the International Year of Pulses: Dry Beans...Alice Henneman
The 68th General Assembly of the United Nations declared 2016 the International Year of Pulses (IYP) "to heighten public awareness of the nutritional benefits of pulses as part of sustainable food production aimed towards food security and nutrition."
Cold Pizza for Breakfast - Food Safety Tips for TeensAmy Peterson
The program covers Foodborne Illness Facts, MyPlate Food Safety Recommendations, and the Food Safety interactive quiz, “Keep or Toss’! There is also supplemental information on thermometer usage and food safety issues specific to seafood. It is a great resource to offer to middle and high school audiences as they learn to do more food preparation independently, BEFORE they leave the pizza out on the counter overnight!
Great for Extension Educators, RD's, teachers and anyone who wants to prepare and enjoy food safely. Developed by University of Nebraska Extension Educators Amy Peterson RD and Alice Henneman RD.
The Garden Grocery - Food Safety at the Farmers' MarketAmy Peterson
Farmers’ Markets offer a variety of fresh, locally-produced fruits, vegetables, bakery and meat products in a festive atmosphere.
Get the most from your local Farmers’ Market with these tips for food safety, food selection and friendly advice to for the Farmers' Market in your neighborhood or community!
Developed by Amy Peterson, MS RDN and Alice Henneman, MS RDN, Nebraska Extension
Are you spending your "calorie salary" wisely? 4 "budgeting" tips to get the most value for your money & health. More resources, recipes, & tips at http://food.unl.edu
The Garden Grocery: Food Safety and Selection at Farmers' Markets Alice Henneman
Farmers’ Markets offer a variety of fresh, locally-produced fruits, vegetables, bakery and meat products in a festive atmosphere. Get the most from your local Farmers’ Market with these tips for food safety, food selection and friendly advice for the Farmers' Market in your community!
Winning the Game - Teaming Food and Fluids for Teen AthletesAmy Peterson
Teach youth and families the basics behind eating right for competition. This program will review how MyPlate relates to teens and athletics, the importance of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and fluids for youth and how to eat before, during, and after sports competitions. For middle and high school youth and parents.
Makeover your leftovers with these tips and recipes. Preventing wasted food saves you money, is good for the environment and aids in food food security. Download this 26-page handout giving tips and recipes associated with these slides at http://bit.ly/recipes4leftovers and help prevent food waste.
Learn a bit about Black history and 10 ways to celebrate Black History Month in this month’s issue. Discover several ancient plants and herbs (referred to as adaptogens) that are used to help alleviate stress and support wellness. Finally, we share some simple ways to spread the love for Random Acts of Kindness Week.
Bringing Families Back to the Table - A Family Food WorkshopMareya Ibrahim
Never before have we faced such a tremendous epidemic, and I'm not talking about childhood obesity, diabetes or the other diseases plaguing the news. It's about depression, families coming apart and so many problems with behavior that are now becoming a 'normal' part of society.
We can make a difference by prioritizing food and the family around the table, understanding nutrient needs and how to best feed ourselves with the help of chef and nutritionist Mareya Ibrahim, The Fit Foodie of www.eatcleaner.com
The Top Healthy Food Trends for 2016 from industry veteran Mareya IbrahimMareya Ibrahim
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Savvy customers are looking for new, exciting food trends. From the next ‘It’ Veggie and Superfood to Brinner and Globowls, I'm dishing out the Top 2016 Healthy Food trends to helps businesses like yours create exciting, ahead-of-the-curve menu and product offerings to drive profit and new customers.
Join me, Mareya Ibrahim aka The Fit Foodie for a FREE, power-packed webinar that will get you geared up for what's to come in the year ahead so you can stay ahead of the fork in the road.
Consumer's Guide to Safe Food Handling InfographicFood Insight
Ever worry about food poisoning, or keeping food safe? Here are 4 simple steps to making sure your food is safe to eat.
The United States provides one of the safest food supplies in the world. With the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the food, beverage and agricultural industries working together, our food supply is becoming even safer. However, despite all of these safe factors, microorganisms may sll exist at levels that present risks to consumers.
It is important for you to think about safe food handling to reduce your risk of foodborne illness.
Here are 4 easy, practical steps that you can do at home to keep your family safe.
List of articles :-
[Inspirational: Why Mother’s Day is celebrated]
[Main: All about Cooking Oils]
[Spiritual: The Importance of Rivers - Sadhguru]
[Health: Health Benefits of Kokum Juice]
Change the taste and appearance of your foods from "ordinary to "extraordinary" by adding fresh herbs. Download a related handout from Slideshare at http://www.slideshare.net/alicehenneman/cooking-with-fresh-herbs
The Garden Grocery: Food Safety and Selection at Farmers' Markets Alice Henneman
Farmers’ Markets offer a variety of fresh, locally-produced fruits, vegetables, bakery and meat products in a festive atmosphere. Get the most from your local Farmers’ Market with these tips for food safety, food selection and friendly advice for the Farmers' Market in your community!
Winning the Game - Teaming Food and Fluids for Teen AthletesAmy Peterson
Teach youth and families the basics behind eating right for competition. This program will review how MyPlate relates to teens and athletics, the importance of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and fluids for youth and how to eat before, during, and after sports competitions. For middle and high school youth and parents.
Makeover your leftovers with these tips and recipes. Preventing wasted food saves you money, is good for the environment and aids in food food security. Download this 26-page handout giving tips and recipes associated with these slides at http://bit.ly/recipes4leftovers and help prevent food waste.
Learn a bit about Black history and 10 ways to celebrate Black History Month in this month’s issue. Discover several ancient plants and herbs (referred to as adaptogens) that are used to help alleviate stress and support wellness. Finally, we share some simple ways to spread the love for Random Acts of Kindness Week.
Bringing Families Back to the Table - A Family Food WorkshopMareya Ibrahim
Never before have we faced such a tremendous epidemic, and I'm not talking about childhood obesity, diabetes or the other diseases plaguing the news. It's about depression, families coming apart and so many problems with behavior that are now becoming a 'normal' part of society.
We can make a difference by prioritizing food and the family around the table, understanding nutrient needs and how to best feed ourselves with the help of chef and nutritionist Mareya Ibrahim, The Fit Foodie of www.eatcleaner.com
The Top Healthy Food Trends for 2016 from industry veteran Mareya IbrahimMareya Ibrahim
The Top 8 Healthy Food Trends for 2016 - Attract Customers and Drive Profits
Savvy customers are looking for new, exciting food trends. From the next ‘It’ Veggie and Superfood to Brinner and Globowls, I'm dishing out the Top 2016 Healthy Food trends to helps businesses like yours create exciting, ahead-of-the-curve menu and product offerings to drive profit and new customers.
Join me, Mareya Ibrahim aka The Fit Foodie for a FREE, power-packed webinar that will get you geared up for what's to come in the year ahead so you can stay ahead of the fork in the road.
Consumer's Guide to Safe Food Handling InfographicFood Insight
Ever worry about food poisoning, or keeping food safe? Here are 4 simple steps to making sure your food is safe to eat.
The United States provides one of the safest food supplies in the world. With the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the food, beverage and agricultural industries working together, our food supply is becoming even safer. However, despite all of these safe factors, microorganisms may sll exist at levels that present risks to consumers.
It is important for you to think about safe food handling to reduce your risk of foodborne illness.
Here are 4 easy, practical steps that you can do at home to keep your family safe.
List of articles :-
[Inspirational: Why Mother’s Day is celebrated]
[Main: All about Cooking Oils]
[Spiritual: The Importance of Rivers - Sadhguru]
[Health: Health Benefits of Kokum Juice]
Change the taste and appearance of your foods from "ordinary to "extraordinary" by adding fresh herbs. Download a related handout from Slideshare at http://www.slideshare.net/alicehenneman/cooking-with-fresh-herbs
Spending Your Calorie Salary for TeensAmy Peterson
Four part program from the University of Nebraska Extension teaching youth about healthy eating, portion sizes, physical activity, and making healthy food choices.
Give a cup of holiday Cheer with these beverage mixes. Delicious drinks that don't break your budget! Download the recipes at http://www.ag.ndsu.edu/pubs/yf/foods/fn1625.pdf
Get started with Chefs Move To Schools in Arizona. This step by step presentation shows you how to work with the program and the resource information to support chefs moving to schools.
Jingle your taste buds and deck the halls with flavor! This Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook is your culinary Santa sleigh ride to 120 drool-worthy, easy-to-follow recipes that'll fill your festive feasts with love, laughter, and mouthwatering magic! ✨
Ditch store-bought stress and whip up:
Thanksgiving feasts worthy of a pilgrim's praise: Roast a turkey so juicy, it'll have everyone humming carols, and pair it with cranberry sauce that sings, sweet potato casserole that dances, and fluffy stuffing that steals the show!
Christmas spreads that sparkle brighter than Rudolph's nose: Bake gingerbread cookies so cute, they'll melt hearts as fast as snow in your mug of hot cocoa, and craft dazzling cocktails that shimmer like fairy lights!
New Year's Eve celebrations that fizz with excitement: Ring in the year with bubbly appetizers that pop, decadent main courses that dazzle, and desserts so delightful, they'll have you shouting "Happy New Year" with every bite!
This isn't just a cookbook, it's your holiday kitchen BFF! It's your secret weapon for creating:
Effortless meals that impress even the pickiest elves: Simple steps, time-saving tips, and foolproof instructions mean you can spend less time stressing and more time soaking up the holiday cheer. ✨
Memories that sparkle like ornaments on a tree: Every bite tells a story, shared around the table with loved ones, creating traditions that last a lifetime.
Flavors that dance on your tongue: From classics with a twist to innovative delights, these recipes are a passport to culinary adventures without ever leaving your kitchen. ✈️
So grab your apron, preheat your oven, and get ready to unleash your inner holiday chef! This cookbook is your ticket to feasts that are merry, bright, and utterly unforgettable. Let's create a season of delicious magic, one festive bite at a time! ❄️
This presentation highlights the importance of portion control to maintain a healthy weight. Learn about serving sizes, how to read a nutritional label, and how the number of calories has changed in the same food item over 20 years due to the ingredients.
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Want to lose weight in 2 weeks without exercise? This article will show you how to lose weight in a week by following an easy diet plan for beginners.
Add some humor to your next food or nutrition presentation by adding some or all of these "Funny Food Quotes" slides to your talk! These are some of my favorite quotes that I have used over the years.
Makeover your leftovers with these tips and recipes. Preventing wasted food saves you money, is good for the environment and aids in food food security. Download a handout giving tips and recipes associated with these slides at http://bit.ly/recipes4leftovers and help prevent food waste.
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Give new life to still edible foods with the gallery of delicious recipe ideas in this handout. Use leftovers within 3–4 days.
Having some well-packaged emergency office munchies tucked away in a briefcase, handbag or backpack can help keep us from missing a meal or tide us over until we have a chance to eat at work. Package your food do it doesn't attract pests to your desk area. Several office food ideas and a recipe for a quick and healthy trail mix.
A daily MyPlate Step for 30 Days to help you change to healthier eating habits. For more information, visit University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension at http://food.unl.edu
Develop a winning Super Bowl “food game plan” by thinking like a football player on the playing field. Only, instead of the opposing team, your field is filled with food and refreshments. Here are eight winning strategies.
Use these food quotes to add a touch of humor to presentations. The goal is to help start a discussion of how to eat in a way that is healthy and tastes good, too!
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Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
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http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
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The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
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Mix It Up - Food Mixes in a Jar
1. Mix It Up
to Expand Your Holiday Gift-Giving Dollar
Food Mixes in a Jar
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2. Julie Garden-Robinson, PhD, RD, LRD
Food and Nutrition Specialist
North Dakota State University Extension Service
Julie.Garden-robinson@ndsu.edu
Alice Henneman, MS, RD
Extension Educator
University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension
ahenneman1@unl.edu
food.unl.edu
Photos by Alice Henneman, unless labeled otherwise;
photo of the Friendship Soup Mix (lower left) appearing
several times throughout the presentation is by Kendra Otto.
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10. Selected MyPlate messages
Enjoy your food,
but eat less
Make at least half
your grains whole
grains
Compare sodium
in foods like soup,
bread, and frozen
meals ― and
choose the foods
with lower
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70. Making a mix from YOUR recipe
Combine dry ingredients
Blend in margarine
Package in small bags
dry items that need to be
added in a separate step
Add liquids when you’re
ready to use
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Editor's Notes
Homemade mixes, especially for soup and cookies, are popular gift items that are fairly inexpensive to make. The gift recipient appreciates this thoughtful gift and values the convenience.
Lowering the fat, sugar, salt, and calories in foods is often recommended as part of a healthy eating pattern. So, is raising the amount of fiber. Also, some people need to avoid certain additives and food allergens. All this is possible when you cook or bake from a mix that has been modified for these factors.
Once the ingredients are gathered into a mix – most of your work is done when you are ready to make the food. If making a single-use mix in a jar, such as for a batch of cookies, measure out ingredients into several jars at once.
For example, making soup is quick and easy with the Friendship Soup Mix, shown in the clock in this slide.
The savings may come from putting together a healthier mix than you might be able to purchase for a similar price, if it was available at all! Or, they might make a less expensive, but “priceless” gift, such as the Cranberry Oatmeal Cook Mix shown in the dollar signs in this slide. Where might you enjoy spending some extra money?
You probably have many of the ingredients on hand.
An easy and inexpensive way to decorate jars for gifts is to cover them with fabric. It takes about ¼ yard (9 inches). You can make about 4 jar coverings from that amount.
Check your kitchen for a lid or pie plate that you can use as a template for your circle or just secure a square of fabric on top of your jar and cut away the excess.
Use a liquid measuring cup for measuring fluids, such as water, oil, and milk. Place the cup on a flat surface and fill to the desired line. Unless your measuring cup is designed to be viewed from the top, such as the cup in the picture, view it from the side at eye level. Water will curve downward – view the bottom of the curve for measuring water. A dry measuring cup is used for larger amounts of dry ingredients, such as sugar and flour.
It is important to avoid packing ingredients, except for brown sugar, when measuring. To avoid measuring too much flour, stir the flour lightly before measuring.
Then spoon it into a dry measuring cup
Level the flour with a straight edge, such as a knife or spatula.
Choose wide-mouth containers, especially if the mix is scooped out of the container and used for making more than one recipe or if you must reach into the container to remove some of the ingredients.
For best results, replace no more than half the all-purpose white flour with whole wheat flour. Too much whole wheat flour in a recipe calling for all-purpose flour might result in a reduced volume and a heavier product.
Measuring spoons are used for measuring small amounts of ingredients, such as spices and powders. Fill the measuring spoon and level off with a straight edge. Some containers for dry ingredients, such as baking powder, may have a built-in edge for leveling. For liquids, fill the spoon to the edges with the liquid.
Avoid measuring into measuring spoons – especially when measuring liquids – directly over ingredients that have already been measured.
You don’t want such ingredients as baking powder or baking soda in a mix to expire before the mix is used.
There is no standard procedure to substitute oil for a solid shortening in baked products. While oil is 100% fat – butter, margarine and other solid shortenings are lower in fat on a volume for volume basis.Also, solid shortening helps incorporate air into the batter when it is whipped with other ingredients such as sugar and eggs. This procedure is often referred to in a recipe as "creaming." If you try to cream ingredients with oil, your baked product is likely to be more compact and oily in texture.Your most successful substitution occurs if your recipe calls for MELTED butter, in which case you can usually substitute an equal amount of oil.Your best bet is to check with the companies that make oil – most have toll-free numbers or addresses that you can contact for more information and recipes.Also, check your cookbooks, the library and the Internet for recipes that use oil.Substituting a “lighter-type” margarine or butter that is reduced in calories may make certain foods, such as cookies, flat and thin. They are higher in liquid content and can affect texture and flavor. NOTE: The only difference between salted and unsalted butter is that one has salt added to it – it can give recipes a more delicate flavor when you are baking recipes where butter is one of the main ingredients, such as butter cookies and pound cakes.
When adding bouillon granules, check the label to determine which brands are lower in sodium.
One possible modification instead of adding bouillon granules is to check the label on the bouillon container for how many teaspoons of bouillon are needed to reconstitute a cup of liquid.
Make quick work of measuring out muffins and small cookies with scoops.
When reconstituting mixes, look for low sodium add-ins if your goal is to lower sodium. This might be such foods as low sodium broth or low sodium tomato products.
Beans may cause problems with gas for some people. Following are some tips to help prevent this.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) make the following recommendations when cooking dried beans: There are two steps to cooking beans: soaking and cooking. Soaking beans allows the dried beans to absorb water, which begins to dissolve the starches that cause intestinal discomfort. While beans are soaking they are also double to tripling in their size. Cooking the beans makes them edible and digestible.Soaking Beans Note: Lentils, split peas and black-eyed peas do not need to be soaked. Pick through the beans, discarding any discolored or shriveled beans or any foreign matter. Rinse well.The three most common ways to soak beans as described by CDC …. “depending on how far in advance you plan and how much time you have ….” are:Traditional Slow Soak: In a stockpot, cover 1 pound dried beans with 10 cups water. Cover and refrigerate 6-8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse the beans.Hot Soak: In a stockpot, bring 10 cups water to a boil. Add 1 pound dried beans and return to a boil. Remove from the heat; cover tightly and set aside at room temperature 2-3 hours. Drain and rinse the beans.Quick Soak: In a stockpot, bring 10 cups water to a boil. Add 1 pound dried beans and return to a boil; let boil 2-3 minutes. Cover and set aside at room temperature 1 hour. Drain and rinse the beans.Some more bean pointers include:Do not add salt or acidic ingredients, like vinegar, tomatoes or juice, this will slow the cooking process. Instead, add these ingredients when the beans are just tender.Cooking times vary with the types of beans used but also may vary with their age.Beans are done when they can be easily mashed between two fingers or with a fork. Always test a few beans in case they have not cooked evenly.Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Fruit & Vegetable of the Month, retrieved October 24, 2011 at http://www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov/month/beans.html
Beano® contains a natural food enzyme that works with your body’s digestion to prevent gas before it starts.Beano® is available as a tablet and as a meltaway. Follow package directions – it is taken at the start of your meal. Adding Beano® to foods as they cook reduced its effectiveness and isn’t recommended.
Split peas and lentils may be cooked without presoaking.
Avoid letting soup set at room temperature for more than TWO hours.For best safety and quality, plan to eat refrigerated soup within 3 to 4 days or freeze it. Don't put a large pot of hot soup directly into your refrigerator. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, it would take an 8-inch stock pot of steaming chicken soup 24 HOURS to cool to a safe temperature in your refrigerator. To be safe:To speed cooling, transfer soup to shallow containers, making sure soup is no more than TWO inches deep. Refrigerate promptly. You can place loosely covered foods in the refrigerator while still warm; cover when food is completely cooled. When serving soup a second time, reheat it until it's steaming hot throughout, at least 165 F.
Use "freezer" bags, not "storage" bags for storing food in the freezer. Freezer bags are thicker than storage bags and will keep the food fresh longer.
Cardboard cartons for cottage and cream cheese, ice cream and milk are not sufficiently moisture vapor resistant to be suitable for long term freezer storage, unless they are lined with a freezer bag or wrap. Flexible freezer bags and moisture-vapor resistant wrapping materials such as plastic freezer wrap, freezer paper and heavy-weight aluminum foil are suitable for dry packed products with little or no liquid. Bags and wraps work well for foods with irregular shapes. Bags can also be used for liquid packs.
Include such information as name of food; packaging date; number of servings or amount; additional helpful information, such as form of food (sliced, chopped, etc.); and any special ingredients. It may be easier to label the bags before you add the food.DO NOT cook the food in the freezer bag -- unless this process is approved by the maker of the freezer bag and by the microwave manufacturer. At the higher temperatures used in the microwave cooking process, it is possible for the plastic to reach melting temperatures. It may be possible to “defrost” in some bags that are not suitable for reheating; check manufacturer directions. Speed freezing and hasten thawing by freezing foods in a thin, flattened shape in freezer bags. A rounded shape takes longer to thaw through to the middle. Flatter packages also will stack better in your freezer.It is helpful to place filled freezer bags on a flat surface in your freezer, such as a metal pan.This is an especially good idea when freezing liquid foods, such as soups and stews.Do not stack freezer bags until frozen so they will freeze faster. After they are frozen solid, the bags may be stacked.
The seasonings are placed in a separate small self-closing sandwich bag on top as the beans will need a presoak treatment before they are added.
These make great gifts! One bride gave them to everyone in her wedding party!
The macaroni is added at the very end. Note how it is in a separate bag.
Soup recipes, especially those made with dry beans, and bakery recipes (cookies, muffins, biscuits, etc.) work especially good for making your own mixes.