Homemade Complete Pancake Mix & Bulk Shopping

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In this video. I show how I saved up toe 50% on everyday items and I also show how to make complete pancake mix!

[@AnnBearForFreedom]

Several years ago, I had no transportation and lived in an area of the California desert where setting out cross-country in my wheelchair just wasn't feasible. In other words, I had zero access to stores and ended up buying everything online. BulkFoods(dot)com became my best friend. I learned to pinch a penny so tightly Licoln hollered for mercy. It is an acquired skill. Thanks for the reminders!

[@orrisholt1105]

You have some really good ideas. Would never have thought of the paper bags. Keep the videos coming. Blessings and prosperity!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

It is ALWAYS a blessing to be able to share!

[@jackicomber8534]

I have a vacuum sealer and watching these videos has given me the inspiration to start again. .. thank you...I also make quite a few of your recipes and love them, you cook like I do.... from the heart!

[@sharinewman524]

Mrs. Volfie, you should write a book on how you do things on your homestead. Like recipes for homemade toothpaste and how to can

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

I will consider that!

[@cashk100]

OMG I love your old videos.💖💖🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

I only use my stainless pots when My enamel canners are in use ..You just have to make sure you have a wire wrack under your jars...saves money on buying canners.

[@annarenfroe2943]

I know this is 10 years ago.Today it's 12 years later It remained so helpful

[@chivone21]

I've run across videos of yours before, and I never commented on them, but this time, I just have to say - you do a very nice job! Keep up the good work. Lots of people are watching. I'm going to do what you did. I have a dehydrator, and I thought it would be nice to add dehdrated blueberries and strawberries and peaches that I did. Add that to those mixes, and whose better'n you ! Have a great day

[@CrowsNest2012]

Amen on bulk buys. I've gotten to where I try to find everything in bulk. As for the jar sealer, I finally broke down and bought one and MAN do I love it. Got half gallon Ball jars and made quick work of 50# of beans! For powder, I put a coffee filter over the powder in the jar and bobs your uncle, worked like a charm. ;-) Thx for the pancake mix recipe! Gonna give that a shot on payday. :-)

[@ethridge16]

Searching through some of your older videos. You have the best ideas & you never cease to amaze me!! I love the idea of putting the date and PRICE!! XoXo

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Shannon E Thank you!

[@eirika2001]

I just saw this - never thought of using the paper bags in sealing, what a great idea! Thanks!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

YES! We pay between $5.35 and $6.35 for 4 litres of milk..or one Canadian metric gallon..BUT..That is because our cows are NOT allowed to be treated with growth hormones...so we pay a higher price..but to me it is worth every penny...The radio show? you mean the homestead honey hour on Thursday nights? You Go to PrepperBroadcasting(dot)com and at 9 pm eastern or 8 pm Central click on meida player two and listen in!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

I love having things made up!! You are more than welcome!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

I am going today to get some fruit roll up trays for the dehydrator..I have 5 dozen eggs in the fridge..I will boil some up for salad..but the rest are getting dehydrated!

[@kslice66]

et potato .... or maybe canned pumpkin. But I've also dumped into it spinach... sometimes even a smoothie . Super easy. For my kids when they were babies I would swap out 1/4 of the flour for iron fortified baby cereal. It was a bit more delicate but we all ate them! I kind of want to dehydrate some sweet potatoes to make sweet potato powder for my instant pancake mixes now! Something wierd I do... is it bake our pancakes . Because if I bake them I can get a couple trays done in 10 min.... rather than standing there.... Flipping them one at a time... and even burning them. Just a busy mom hack if you or anyone is interested . 350 for 10nmin usually does it. You wont burn becausd its on a timer. Just Scoop it on Parchment paper

[@kslice66]

Ps I'm obsessed with your videos

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Any time hun!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

OH!! Sounds wonderful! I used mylar bags and oxy absorbers once..and If they work its good..BUT if you have even a TINY seal leak..you have wasted the oxy absorber..so I started thinking towards sealers. I will check Ebay! Thanks!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Anytime!!!

[@martelvonc]

I'm rewatching some of your videos and came by this one. Vacuum sealing tea bags is brilliant. I am a tea drinker and even I can't drink the tea fast enough before a bulk box might go stale. Thank you for the great tip!

[@louisianaprepper]

You inspire me to get creative today! Mrs. LP

[@gardennana3453]

Wonderful Video. Thanks I am going to do this one as soon as I have a chance. You do know that you help so many of us out here budget and plan ahead. You ideas are great and your illistrations are fantastic. Although I got to tell ya your wearing off on me. I said and Bob's your uncle several times and when I am with someone else they as where did that come from. lol. Big Hugs to you. Have a great day! Just always looking for your next video.

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

If I lived in the USA I would also buy organic..when we had a mobile home in AZ..I shopped only at Sprouts..I loved that store!

[@krisgangwer3796]

We switched over to the dry, powdered milk. I mix it up as needed so we are not wasting gallons of it. So many times we have bought regular milk only to get it home and its already soured. I use it mainly in baking/cooking and not for me to just drink. Hubby has a bit in his hot tea, but there's so much less waste!

[@CrowsNest2012]

They may, but if not amazon had good deals on them, and I found several on ebay with free ship. Good luck in your search! And thank you for all you do. :)

[@Michigansnowpony]

Oh, okay. the jar sealer attachments aren't expensive -- I had to buy the wide-mouth one separate and I want to say it was around $10. When I compare that one-time cost to the cost of the bags, it was worth it. PLUS -- lids used once in the canning process seal the best on the vacuum sealed jars I've found -- bonus! I've never heard of the Sorbent sealer, sounds pretty versatile. I don't use mylar bags in my extended pantry though.

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

The log splitter belonged to my Dad ( rest his soul) and is a good 30 plus years old..but it does the job..we have not finished the splitting yet..my older son and some nephews are coming up on Easter weekend..I plan on making them work for their dinner ;D

[@anitaronquillo1410]

Again! Hats Off To You my lady! You are one smart woman.

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Wonderful! I have to FIND the jar sealer for this machine..I think I will look on Payday where I bought it..they SHOULD have the accessories correct? Coffee filter? what a GREAT Idea!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Yes Poppa, Wolfie, Volfie, Daddy, Howie..all the same dude! MINE! lol

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

You are more than welcome!

[@MaZEEZaM]

You have been doing these video's for a long time :-) I didn't think it was possible to vacuum seal something powdered like flour and you have shown me how. Thanks for this :-D

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

I have been lucky with the tea and powder milk..the price at NG has not gone up on them in the last year...I will be doing a follow up in another 4-6 months on prices for sure!

[@avonleanne]

wow, im an idiot!! paper bags, that is a great idea!!!! mrs volfie, you rock again!!!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

My Pleasure!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Thanks Nana!

[@pinkmarshmallow352]

YOU ARE SO INTERESTING IN EVERYTHING YOU DO, I'M LEARNING SOME GREAT TIPS THAT ARE VERY USEFUL FOR MYSELF! THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR INTERESTING LIFE!

[@23hours8days]

Great Ideas! Gotta make me a list of chores now for next day off. SO glad I found you!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

THANKS! Anytime!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

you are welcome!

[@patschomann7338]

Love all your videos! They have taught me a lot. This one showed me that I should think ahead about things which may not be available in emergency situations. I would miss salt, milk and many things you talked about. I'll put that vacuum sealer to work. We live in the country so we really do have to be prepared!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

exactly

[@janakubin2547]

And now 2021 , big difference 💕

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Thank you Darlin!

[@SpiritGirl1961]

Never thought of using paper bags to prevent punctures of the food savor bags, great idea.

[@kimbelcher5685]

Once again you rock. Love, love, love your ideas. Making the pancake mix. I buy in bulk but you still never cease to amaze me. Love to you :) kim

[@MichellesCraftsandMore]

I just sealed up a bunch of brown rice (both regular and instant) yesterday along with a bunch of other stuff. I need to get some more bags or rolls so I can do all my oatmeal I stocked up on in January during oatmeal stock up month.

[@MsCorcorangirl]

I love it when you say "Bob's your uncle". What a hoot.

[@contreeman]

keep teaching i'm still learning

[@MsChandler7]

I love what you're doing! This makes me want to go to the store and start prepping. God Bless You! :)

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Thanks you Honey! My Pleasure!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Thank you!

[@Xtrocki]

I'm saving for a Sorbent sealer, too. They seem to be worth it. I definitely need to think about what I use most that is hard for me to get where I live. Thanks for the video!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Thanks hun!

[@Betty1Q]

All is super great!! Thank You!!! I was thinking when you were doing the tea......Reading Tea Leafs...Time Capsaul. Just a funny. Hope you makes you smile. Hugs

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

WONDERFUL!! Thanks So much!

[@AjPrepper]

I love my sorbent sealer!! It will pay for itself so quickly you really can't go wrong!! Great tips sweetie !!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Thanks Honey!

[@cindystrother7710]

YOU are SO INTELLIGENT and SMART AND talented AND creative AND WONDERFUL AND AMAZING THANKS for sharing ALL YOUR AWESOME AND AMAZING idea's THANK YOU SO MUCH AND FOR the AWESOME pancake mix THANKS for making IT EASY YUMMY

[@BKThrewTheRabbitHole]

I love a smart shopper Mrs.Volfie. Here we bulk shop at costco at least once a month. This save us thousands in a year and here in NYC the prices are currently jumping at least two dollars per item we use. We love your channel. You also look and act like my favorite Aunt in everyway. Mom wanted to know if you wouldn't mind giving us the name of the company that make the sealer you were talking about. Also any jarring tips ould be great as I am a novice. Ur a fav in this house....God Bless.

[@fantasyreflection]

I leave in the original sealed containers until needed then transfer remaining contents in to mason jars or large zip locks and toss in the freezer.

[@Michigansnowpony]

I LOVE Ebay. It's one of the first places I check when I am looking for something, after Craigslist of course.

[@lindaachenbach7417]

i wish you were my mom.to show me how to can.i love watching you can.

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Then watch and learn..search my channel..I have HUNDREDS of videos!

[@gingergargoyle]

More of these lease, Bev! Would like be to see an update of this one for your "Home Ed" series

[@sandycencirulo]

4 cups Flour 1 cup Powdered Milk 4 TBSP Baking Powder 4 TBSP Sugar (white or light brown) 2 tsp Salt 6 TBSP Powdered Eggs 1 1/2 cup mix 2 cups Water 2 TBSP Veg Oil Makes 24 pancakes

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Butter goes on SALE here for $3.47 a pound ..BUT it is mostly dairy that is the big money difference.

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

I don't have the lid attachment? I need to buy one..also I am going to buy a sorbent systems sealer ( when I can next afford it) that allows you to vacuum seal regular heavy bags as well as mylar

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

you can find the sealer at sorbentsystems(dot)com I wish I had known about this sealer before I spent money on my seal-a-meal..but I am still going to get it at the first opportunity. As for looking and acting like your aunt..If I have a nickle for everyone who says that..or their grandmother...lol..wehn you say jarring tips..do you mean canning? If so I have lots of videos on water bath and pressure canning..and I will be doing more as canning season approaches later in the year! Thanks!

[@lorenhartley3943]

Mrs v, awsome video .maybe you can show us how you store your repack in your pantry. Thanks and take care.

[@contreeman]

i haven't even move into my new place until tomorrow but i have told my buddy and his wife my plans of prepping and his wife think I'm crazy for making my own pan cake mix and she didn't have time to do that. by the way she is retired. i think i'm doing it right. this is gonna be fun proving people wrong that i can live on 800 us a month including rent.

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

A new Place? WTG!! $800 a mont..Gosh I remember those days...It can be just a matter of buying ONE item in bulk each month and storing it properly..it doesn't take long..and it saves you money in the long run! WTG! how are you feeling?

[@Michigansnowpony]

I love you vids! I need to do more bulk buying, dividing, and conquering. : ) Okay, got a question for you: I notice you use a lot of the vacuum bags. Why not use canning jars for your dried goods? They're re-usable -- hose bags are so darned expensive. I do buy the rolls that let you make your own size vacuum bags. But, I only use them for meat in the freezer. Otherwise, I use quart canning jars. Just curious.

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Either or..the recipe calls for 5..but I don't think you need more than 3. The amount of BP seemed pretty high to me..but use your own judgment.

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

AWESOME!

[@nancyrodriguez5150]

Have you updated this receipe at all? Just wondering, but this is totally awesome, and as always, you rock Mrs. V!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Thank you! No update..

[@iamscrappybuttons]

Thank you for sharing your ideas and recipe...I have learned so much from you,,,,

[@brandyfiscus6270]

Lovein the hair!!!!!!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

gosh this was an old video!

[@sharinewman524]

I have a foodsaver and I love it

[@kimbelcher5685]

I have to keep sharing you to my facebook. I can't help it! You come up with these great videos and I have to let family and friends know. :)

[@jackicomber8534]

awesome!

[@lisarogers1036]

Hey Miss V , Yet another awesome video. You just keep teaching and you make it so simple.i love putting up food and I love making my own. I do have a question about your pancake mix though. I have made every bit of it but I do not have Powdered eggs so I was wondering how many eggs to use when the mixes made?Thank you ahead of time

[@ModernPioneers]

Have you ever tried using regular ziplock "freezer" bags on your seal a meal? I have a foodsaver and I've seen where folks use those instead of buying the seal a meal products.

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

the only sealer I have seen regular bags used is a sorbent systems snorkel sealer

[@ModernPioneers]

OurHalfAcreHomestead Thanks! I'll have to research that.

[@BKThrewTheRabbitHole]

Thanks for replying so fast. I have checked out the seaker website and love it and yes I mean canning - sorry for being confusing. I bought the grannywear water bath pot is there a big difference between this and the stainless ones when it comes to canning?

[@mickiewharton1120]

awesome ! smart lady !!!!!!!!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

tHANK YOU!

[@susanneperez930]

I wanted to make some pancake mix for gifts and was going to try dehydrated eggs (after I get a dehydrator ) :-)

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Why Thank you Fellow Cannuck!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

my cousin used to read tea leaves...Tetley Orange Pekoe is my addiction! So you can see how much I stored? lol

[@1946pepper]

Katzcradul has a company name that sells those bags real cheap, and the Mylar bags too she did a video showing her haul she recieved in the email.

[@susannamcintyre]

Awesome video....on the pancake mix, you said 5 TBL and then later said 4. Just want to make sure I get it right ;)

[@michelle10261]

we had floods in bundaberg qld Australia we were cut of from town for nearly 2 weeks

[@ginadavis7039]

You're such a clever woman...just want to know where can I purchase powdered eggs, thanks

[@dianna83301]

Did you ever get your sorbent Sinbo vacuum sealer? I ordered one from amazon a few weeks ago, I love it. I did pay for the canister one it was 39 dollars more but you don't have to worry about if food gets sucked up or not, though it does take up 5 more inches of space on a counter top. I can even seal regular cheap freezer bags. I have to reseal the sides to make them a certain hold. I really like it. Amazon was about the same price as their website, but their website I didn't see the canister thing. I buy things periodically on sale. I got a 25 pond bag of rice for 9 dollars the store was discontinuing it I need to vacuum yet. You don't dehydrate yours?

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

I have not yet got my sorbent systems one YET..I will eventually!

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

I'll have to ask her!

[@blackrock5749]

Question Bev. I have a freeze dryer and I have done lots of milk. Do you think it’s the same conversion rate as the powdered milk that you bought?

[@fannymoreno_aprendizporsiempre]

Hi! I enjoy a lot looking st your video and the so natural way to teach and share your knowledge and experience. Tks a lot!As where I live there is no way to get powdered eggs, how many fresh eggs should I use to make the pancakes according with the mix amount shown in the directions ? One, two...? Thanks again!

[@Xtrocki]

Nice! I should move to Utah!! My dad was born in Provo. I've never been though. :-)

[@PetPrepper]

LOVE IT!

[@canadamomoffive8821]

hello i tried to find out but could not find out how long can powdered milk really last if stored properly? maybe i just missed it? thank you for your great info always:) have a great day

[@kokonutbaby1]

Why is everything more expensive in Canada, I mean you all have dairies right? Is it because most of your stuff comes from UK (if it does I mean)? Also, is it not better to do the dry beans, etc. in the lunch bags & sealers like you just did the pancake mix vs the jars which could possibly break if there are tremors or something not to mention to heavy to carry in a bug out situation? I was wondering how sealed dried goods like beans would store over canning jars. Just learning here. Thanks!

[@awake6472]

Hello hope you can help, wondering I don’t have a food saver at the moment Making up this pancake mix could I do dry oven canning or would I put it in Mylar bags with oxygen absorbers it the second suggestion would a couple of 50 oxygen absorbers thanks from Australia 🇦🇺

[@joanrath126]

CAN YOU BIY NIDO WHOE DRY MILK IN CANADA.? Tastes great.to drink or cook with.i also make yogurt an ricotta cheese with it.usually in the latino section.

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

Four! Sorry!

[@lorijones9796]

I'm still in the learning stage of prepping, but you've helped me tremendously ; ) I read below where you said if it was vacuum sealed it would last a year or 2, do I need to put an oxygen absorber in it? Thanks, Lj

[@OurHalfAcreHomestead]

If Vacuum sealed? at least a year or two.