Pantry Staples – The Cozy Cook

Balsamic Vinaigrette

Stephanie — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 18:09:56 +0000

This easy Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe is the BEST addition to salads, chicken, pork, and more! It’s quick to make and adds vibrant, fresh flavor to simple recipes!

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No Knead Bread

Stephanie — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 08:00:07 +0000

This light and airy no-knead bread recipe is easy to make with or without a Dutch oven! The dough requires minimal handling, with bread that’s crusty on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside!

This is the best bread to serve with soups, dips, pastas, and sandwiches!

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Greek Salad Dressing

Stephanie — Sun, 22 May 2022 17:00:44 +0000

This is the BEST Greek Salad Dressing Recipe! It’s easy to make with simple ingredients and tastes great with a traditional Greek salad, Greek Chicken, or in Greek Pasta Salad.

Be sure to try my homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe next!

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Nacho Cheese Sauce

Stephanie — Sun, 18 Apr 2021 17:00:12 +0000

Make this easy Nacho Cheese Sauce at home with a variety of cheese options, including Velveeta, cheddar, Monterey Jack, and more. Learn my secret trick that makes this the BEST Nacho Cheese Sauce recipe you’ll find!

Serve this with Chili Cheese Dogs, French Fries, Potato Wedges, Tortilla Chips, Crusty bites of bread, or vegetables.

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Honey Mustard Sauce

Stephanie — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 14:38:12 +0000

This creamy honey mustard makes a perfect dipping sauce, salad dressing, or addition to pork and chicken! It takes minutes to make and has the perfect balance of simple flavors.

Be sure to serve this with my Crispy Chicken Salad and try my honey mustard chicken next!

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Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup

Stephanie — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 09:00:53 +0000

Making Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup is so easy to make from scratch with simple ingredients. In a matter of minutes, you’ll match the exact consistency of a can, but with much better flavor and no processed ingredients!

Be sure to try my condensed cream of chicken soup and easy homemade brown gravy recipes next! (more…)

Mushroom Gravy

Stephanie — Wed, 26 Aug 2020 17:37:03 +0000

This creamy mushroom gravy is full of flavor, easy to make from scratch, and tastes great with steak, chicken, pork chops, mashed potatoes, meatloaf, biscuits, and more!

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Homemade Enchilada Sauce – 10 minute recipe!

Stephanie — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:08:01 +0000

This homemade enchilada sauce is quick and easy! It takes just 10 minutes from start to finish and will take your next batch of homemade tacos or enchiladas to the next level.

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Chicken Gravy Recipe – No Drippings Needed!

Stephanie — Tue, 28 Jul 2020 19:07:30 +0000

This chicken gravy recipe is easy to make without drippings! Take your recipes to the next level with my secret ingredient for the best chicken gravy of all time, combined with simple seasonings that add the perfect balance of flavors!

If you happen to have drippings at home, even better. This recipe can be easily adapted to incorporate them in.

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Cream of Chicken Soup Recipe

Stephanie — Mon, 20 Jul 2020 14:47:12 +0000

This homemade Cream of Chicken Soup recipe is an easy substitute for condensed soup and adds comforting home cooked flavor to your favorite casseroles and soups. It’s also freezer-friendly and easy to make!

Be sure to try my homemade condensed cream of mushroom soup next!

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