Money Saving Pantry by Marie Campbell

Just Plain Cooking Sep 18, 2026

Tomato Soup with Canned Diced Tomatoes

A simple pantry tomato soup made with canned diced tomatoes, broth, seasonings, and optional evaporated milk. Smooth,…

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Just Plain Cooking Aug 27, 2026

Do You Have to Cool Food Completely Before Refrigerating It?

No, food does not need to cool completely before refrigeration. Learn the two-hour rule, shallow-container method, and…

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Just Plain Cooking Feb 28, 2026

Wine-Infused Grainy Mustard

Make grainy red wine mustard with mustard seeds, wine, 5% acidity commercial red wine vinegar, and thyme.…

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Just Plain Cooking Dec 2, 2025

How to Dehydrate Apples with Zero Waste

Dehydrate apples into rings, chunks, syrup, and more, with zero waste. Easy, shelf-stable, and perfect for fall…

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Just Plain Cooking Nov 12, 2025

Big Batch Canadian Shepherd’s Pie (Pâté Chinois)

Make a big batch of Canadian shepherd's pie, or pâté chinois, for a thrifty supper with make-ahead and freezer…

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Just Plain Cooking Oct 24, 2025

Marie’s Kitchen Diary: Clean Your Dehydrator

When a little sticky spot glued my dehydrator door shut, gravity popped it open - and left me with a mix of dried mashed…

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Just Plain Cooking Oct 21, 2025

Classic Date Squares

Classic Date Squares (aka Matrimonial Bars) are a nostalgic Canadian dessert with gooey date filling and buttery oat…

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Just Plain Cooking Oct 20, 2025

No-Waste Grape Jelly with Apples

Make grape jelly with apples without purchased pectin, using this recipe's method for making use of the fruit rather…

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