The Ultimate Pantry Cleanout: Don't Go To The Store!

Need easy recipes to use what you have in the pantry? I am cooking up several delicious meals to clean out my fridge, pantry and freezer to get ready for the holidays!Sometimes the best meals come from simply looking at what is already in your kitchen. Today I am showing you how to turn random ingredients into satisfying dishes like chimichangas, chicken and dumplings, barbecue nachos, and homemade hot dog chili. It is all about finding creative ways to use pantry staples so nothing goes to waste.Whether you want a quick crunch wrap or some homemade apple fritters, these kitchen tips will help you clear out your supplies and get a flavorful meal on the table. Watching the prep process from sautéing to frying shows just how simple it is to get dinner done without an extra trip to the store.#pantry #nospendchallenge #usewhatyouhave #cleanout #pantrycooking #budgetmeals #frugalliving Hot Dog Chili https://youtube.com/shorts/2L4y392PxMk Recipe 1 lb Ground Beef ½ cup Ketchup 3 Tbsp Chili Powder (or to taste) 1-2 tsp Apple Cider or White Vinegar½ If you want it more like a coney sauce add 1 cup Water (or beef broth) 1/2 Onion, finely diced Optional: 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, In a saucepan, combine ground beef, water, and finely diced onions. Do not brown the meat first; simmer it in the water to create a fine, smooth texture. Add Ingredients: Stir in the ketchup, chili powder, vinegar, and other spices. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least 15–20 minutes until the sauce thickens and the beef is very tender Taste and adjust with more chili powder or vinegar as needed. You can also add hot sauce to taste. Apple Fritters https://www.smalltownwoman.com/apple-fritter/#recipe Apple Fritters 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/3 cup milk 2 eggs 3 tablespoons applesauce 2 large Granny Smith apples or Honey Crisp apples peeled cored and diced canola oil or vegetable oil for frying Glaze 2 cups powdered sugar 1/4 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in medium bowl. Make a well in the center and add 1/3 cup milk, eggs and applesauce. Stir just to combine. Fold in apples. Heat 1 1/2 inches of oil in heavy skillet, dutch oven or deep fryer to 375 degrees. Drop about 1/4 cup of batter per fritter into hot oil; spreading it out as you drop. Cook each side until golden brown; approximately 2 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove to paper towels to drain. Whisk together 1/4 cup milk, powdered sugar and vanilla. Dunk each fritters in the glaze turning over to make sure both sides coated. Place on wire racks to air dry and drip. Easy Chicken And Dumplings Dumplings 1 1/2 cups White Lily® Enriched Bleached Self-Rising Flour 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 3 tablespoons butter, melted 2 tablespoons milk or buttermilk 1 large egg, lightly beaten Base 2 tablespoons Pure Vegetable Oil 1 cup diced onion 1 cup chopped celery 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed 2 cans chicken broth 2 cups water 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup thinly sliced carrots Instructions Combine flour, parsley, butter, milk and egg until dough forms. Turn onto lightly floured surface; knead 5 times. Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch wide strips, then into 2-inch pieces; set aside. Heat oil over medium-high heat in Dutch oven. Add onion and celery; cook and stir 5 minutes. Add chicken; cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink inside. Add broth, water, pepper and salt; heat to boiling. Cover; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Increase heat to bring chicken mixture to full rolling boil; add carrots. Add dumplings one at a time. Cook, stirring gently, 10 minutes or until dumplings are cooked and carrots are tender. Homemade Crunch wrap https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a52078/crunchwrap-supreme-recipe/