Trick your kids (and yourself!) into eating more veggies by incorporating them into your favorite meals. These recipes are sneaky good at disguising good-for-you ingredients.
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Dry Mix Dinners
Make-Ahead Jar Meals & Seasoning Blends for Fast, Flavorful Weeknights (Sizzling Sauces & Condiments Book 2)
Dry Mix Dinners
By Josie B. Malone — Read for FREE on Kindle Unlimited
Let’s be honest—many dry mix cookbooks ask for things you can’t find in a regular grocery store. I know, because I’ve bought those same ingredients myself. The truth is, Dry Mix Dinners isn’t about making you hunt down obscure bulk items—it’s about teaching you how to build better mixes with what you have, and showing you how a few smart pantry staples can turn into endless meals.
Yes, some recipes call for specialty items like powdered butter or freeze-dried vegetables, but only because they make your mixes shelf-stable and giftable. You can always swap, skip, or scale them to fit your budget and pantry. Many of these ingredients now come in smaller bags online—no need for 20-pound sacks or emergency-prepper bins.
And as for serving sizes? I keep them small and flexible by design. Every recipe lists one serving so you can multiply or divide without the math gymnastics. Whether you’re cooking for one or six, you decide how much to make—because food should fit your life, not the other way around.
As for beans, rice, and pasta—some mixes absolutely do need to be cooked separately. That’s part of making sure everything cooks evenly and tastes right. I’ve noted it clearly in the instructions, and each mix is meant to be easy, not complicated. These jars are about real food convenience, not shortcuts that sacrifice quality.
Inside You’ll Discover
70 Tested Recipes — including Pantry Meal Bases, One-Jar Soups & Stews, Casserole Starters, Beverage Mixes, Dips & Dressings, Savory Staples, and Baking & Desserts.
Complete Recipe Details — servings, prep & cook times, tools needed, imperial & metric measurements, step-by-step instructions, nutrition facts, and Josie’s personal tips.
Packaging & Storage Strategies — keep your mixes fresh, labeled, and beautiful on the shelf.
Gifting Inspiration — themed jars, “mix-of-the-month” sets, and creative wrapping ideas.
Meal Planning Advice — batch cook, build mix-and-match menus, and reduce food waste.
Troubleshooting & Seasonal Ideas — fix clumps, boost flavor, and refresh your pantry year-round.
Why You’ll Love Dry Mix Dinners
Real Ingredients, Real Choices: Use what you have, substitute what you can, and don’t stress over perfection.
Flexible Servings: Recipes are portioned for one person—easy to scale for families or gifting.
Practical, Not Pretentious: These mixes work whether you shop at Walmart or Whole Foods.
Family-Tested: Every recipe was tried, tweaked, and approved by my five kids.
Gift-Ready: Beautiful jars that make thoughtful, personal presents.
A Note from Josie:
I’m new to writing cookbooks, and I’ve learned that formatting, portioning, and ingredient choices matter as much as flavor. Dry Mix Dinners is the result of hundreds of hours of testing—and of listening to readers who wanted a more down-to-earth, flexible guide.
This book isn’t about selling bulk ingredients—it’s about empowering you to make wholesome, shelf-stable mixes that fit your real life.
Follow me for recipe demos, pantry inspiration, and kitchen stories on Instagram:
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Ready to simplify your kitchen and cook with confidence?
Grab your copy of Dry Mix Dinners today and start building your own pantry magic—one jar at a time.
Dry Mix Magic (Sizzling Sauces & Condiments Book 1)
Dry Mix Magic is your go-to guide for building a pantry that works as hard as you do. Say goodbye to overpriced store packets and hello to homemade convenience—fluffy breakfast blends, cozy drink mixes, crowd-pleasing dips, savory soup bases, flavorful rubs, and more. With simple ingredients, smart storage tips, and step-by-step directions, you’ll create shelf-stable mixes that taste like real food, not factory formulas.
Whether you’re prepping for holiday baking season, stocking up for fall comfort cooking, planning winter warm-ups, refreshing your pantry for spring meal prep, or making thoughtful homemade food gifts, this book shows you how to craft reliable mixes that save money, save time, and upgrade every meal.
Inside you’ll find:
Easy recipes made with everyday pantry staples
Make-ahead blends for breakfasts, beverages, dips, dinners & desserts
Tips for long-term storage, gifting, and mix-and-match flavor boosts
Kid-tested, family-approved recipes with no preservatives or mystery ingredients
Clear labels, batch sizes, and add-ins for every mix
Perfect for busy home cooks, budget-friendly families, pantry preppers, and anyone who wants smarter shortcuts without sacrificing flavor.
Bring convenience back where it belongs—your kitchen.
49 Healthy Meals to Make on a Budget
Groceries aren’t cheap, but you can eat well without paying a fortune or sacrificing flavor. These ideas for healthy meals on a budget are easy on your wallet and tasty, too.
Taste of Home
The Heart Healthy Cookbook for Two
125 Perfectly Portioned Low Sodium, Low Fat Recipes
Heart-healthy, perfectly-portioned meals for two — it’s a snap with this cookbook.
When cooking with heart health in mind, portion sizes are just as important as ingredients. This heart healthy cookbook saves you the guesswork of what and how much to eat with perfectly portioned recipes just for two.
Cardiac dietician and renowned nutrition expert, Jennifer Koslo, serves up guilt-free meals that are low on sodium and fat, but high on flavor—for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Complete with a meal plan to get you started off right, this heart healthy cookbook makes it easy to enjoy your meals worry-free.
The Heart Healthy Cookbook for Two includes:
- Perfect-for-two Portions—Say “goodbye” to the guesswork of halving recipes and confidently prepare quick, appropriately-sized meals.
- 125 Delicious, Nutrient-rich Recipes—Enjoy good food that’s good for your heart, too.
- A Four-week Meal Plan—Kick-start your diet at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. All planned out, all perfectly delicious.
Stop worrying—you’ll always have just the right amount on your plate with The Heart Healthy Cookbook for Two.
Editorial Reviews
Review
“This cookbook is a valuable tool for anyone looking to maintain a heart-healthy diet while enjoying delicious, well-balanced meals.” ― Reader Review
“I really like this cookbook! It’s so hard to find recipes for one or two people, and heart-healthy, too. The recipes all look super tasty and easy to make, and call for ingredients that are easy to find. Highly recommend.” ― Reader Review
“The recipes are practical and simple, using items easily found in the grocery store. This cookbook would be excellent for a single person or a couple, interested in eating well balanced and healthy meals without waste or leftovers.” ― Reader Review –This text refers to the paperback edition.
About the Author
JENNIFER KOSLO, PHD, RD, CSSD, is a registered dietitian and nationally recognized nutrition expert. She is the author of Diabetic Cookbook for Two, Alkaline Diet for Beginners, and The Insulin Resistance Diet, among other titles. As a cardiac dietitian, Jennifer provided patients with nutritional assessments and education, as well as cardiac rehabilitation education. –This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.
51 Smoothie Recipes That Will Satisfy Your Hunger
It’s tempting to think that making a smoothie is just throwing a bunch of ingredients into a blender. But, ask anyone who has ever had a chunky, icy or otherwise less-than-perfect sip and they’ll tell you there’s a real art to making a smoothie. Done right, smoothies boast a flavorful punch and an indulgent creaminess. Better yet, they can easily be health-ified—making them the perfect wholesome breakfast or lunch. You just need to know how to boost them with protein or other nourishing add-ins. That’s where these recipes come in.
You’ll find a myriad of options, perfect for every diet and preference (plus a few that are just downright delicious and worthy of being a midday snack or dessert). Each one is formulated to give you the perfect texture and flavor with just the push of a button. One of our favorites? You can never go wrong with a classic; strawberries and banana work together to give your drink just the right amount of sweetness and tang—and a rich, velvety consistency.
Food Network
WeightWatchers New Complete Cookbook
Over 500 Delicious Recipes for the Healthy Cook’s Kitchen (WeightWatchers Lifestyle)
The newest and fully revised edition of one of America’s bestselling cookbooks for people who love to eat while embracing a healthier lifestyle.
WeightWatchers knows the secrets for pairing good nutrition with great taste. From hearty breakfasts to flavorful dinners, you’ll discover new recipes that rely on lean meats, whole grains, and fresh produce. Try new favorites like Cremini Mushrooms with Quinoa and Thyme or Swiss Chard au Gratin, or family standbys like Buttermilk-Blueberry Corn Muffins and Sicilian Sausage-Stuffed Pizza. Reflecting the current trends in food, this edition boasts new chapters on appetizers and beverages, featuring a no-cook cocktail party; small plates for creating tapas for light meals; recipes for the grill; 20-minute main dishes, including advice on shopping and streamlining; plus numerous tips and techniques. With more than 60 color photos, this book will make everyone healthier and happier.
Healthy Mediterranean Recipes by Dietitian Wendy Jo
Registered dietitian Wendy Jo Peterson prescribes meals like these better-for-you Mediterranean recipes to her clients. To round out any Mediterranean meal, pair it with lean proteins, nuts, olive oil, beans and extra vegetables.
Taste of Home
28 Salmon Recipes for People with Diabetes
Salmon is a powerhouse for diabetes-friendly meal planning. This healthy fish is one of the best food sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which is a good fat not readily found in many other common foods. What makes this “good fat” so special? Omega-3 fatty acids reduce inflammation, which research shows can help prevent and control diabetes.
Another reason to dig into salmon recipes: Your body may absorb salmon’s healthy fats better than it would from other sources, such as supplements. Salmon has the benefit of being packed with nutrients such as iodine that help optimize digestion of omega-3s, according to research.
Salmon is also an excellent source of protein, which doesn’t raise blood sugar. Eating protein-rich foods alongside carbohydrate-containing foods like grains or starchy vegetables can help steady blood sugar. It can also leave you feeling more satisfied for longer since it takes a longer time to digest carbs and protein than just carbs alone.
Last but not least, serving up salmon or other seafood has been linked with more stable blood sugar after eating. How so? By reducing insulin resistance, a common problem for those with type 2 diabetes.
Taste of Home
Make-Ahead Meals Made Healthy
Easily enjoy home-cooked meals with wholesome ingredients every day of the week with a little help from your freezer.
Delight in delicious, nutritious food and save time and money with this guide to preparing meals you can fix and freeze now and enjoy any night of your crazy-busy week!
Unlike the sodium-laced, preservative-filled meals you might find in your grocer’s freezer aisle, Make-Ahead Meals Made Healthy features all-natural recipes full of flavors that come to life the instant you reheat them—so your meals don’t just taste as good as the day you stored them away, but better. In addition, you’ll find great tips and advice on how to best prep, store, and reheat every single dish (in any portion), making mealtime prep a cinch for any member of your household.
From comforting casserole and lasagna recipes made new again with fresh veggies and whole grains, to hearty and wholesome breakfast baked goods and sweet treats, you’ll discover so many “must-make” recipes inside that you may need to consider a larger freezer!
Such show-stopping recipes include:
- Saucy Saffron Chicken
- Whole-Grain Pesto Pasta Casserole
- Asian-Spiced Tuna Cakes
- Apricot-Pistachio Rice Pilaf
- Vegetarian Teriyaki Stir-Fry
- Fast and Easy Fresh Herb Focaccia
- Baked Gingerbread Cake Doughnuts with Maple Glaze
- Blackberry Buttermilk Cake
With Make-Ahead Meals Made Healthy, serving healthy, home-cooked meals every night of the week has never been simpler—or more delicious.
Faith Dusky
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome helpful book!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2012
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I am not a great cook, and I don't really like to cook. And many things I make don't really turn out. But THIS book has changed all that!! For ONCE the recipes turn out, they taste good, they are healthy and wholesome. I have been trying new whole foods, and I have been pleasantly surprised. I never know what kind of foods will freeze ok so this book has been very helpful. My eyes usually gloss over when I see more than five ingredients, so I really don't care for fancy-pants cookbooks. The recipes I have tried require a little effort, but no food degree is required!! 🙂 Until recently pretty much everything I made was convenience foods/ pre-made foods, and I did very little actual cooking. With some time invested on Sunday afternoon, I have been making homemade WHOLESOME meals that I can serve easy to my family later in the week (or the next week).
If this book dropped in my life a year ago, it may not have been for me. But I have come to the place where I am trying to get AWAY from processed foods. I am willing to make the time investment to be healthier and eat healthier. I am willing to try new vegetables, new grains, new fresh herbs, new foods. The Make-Ahead Meals Made Healthy has been used more than any other cookbook I have bought, and I have only had it a couple weeks. Now I am off to see what other cookbooks this author has out! 🙂
Good Food, Good Meat, Good God, Let's Eat! 