Homemade Convenience

These are homemade versions of convenience products people generally only think of buying (as opposed to making). Try these out! They'll save you money, are usually healthier than their store bought counterparts, and nearly always taste better. Most of them are not very time-consuming and are made ahead of time. (Freezer meals are not listed here; they provide homemade convenience as well.)

• Homemade Ketchup
• Green Ketchup
• Green Tomato Relish
• Homemade Jam/Jelly
• Jalapeno Jelly
  
• Pancake Mix
• Crackers (like Wheat Thins)
• Dry Beans (as opposed to canned beans)
• Homemade Hot Pockets
• Jell-O
• Homemade Microwave Popcorn
• Homemade Yogurt
• Microwave Cream Sauce (aka Bechamel Sauce)
  
• Basic (Cooked) Salsa for canning
• Honey-Herb Vinaigrette