Friendship Scone Mix in a Jar

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick-cooking oats, uncooked
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Dehydrated butter equal to 1/2 cup reconstituted
1 tablespoon powdered milk
Dehydrated egg equal to one

Attach Tag:
1 Jar Scone Mix
Cold water to soft dough texture

SCONES:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Dump scone mix and margarine into a bowl, mixing well. In a separate bowl, beat the remaining ingredients until well combined and then pour into the scone/butter mixture. Stir with a fork until mix forms a ball then knead the dough. On a floured surface roll the dough into an 8" circle. Cut dough into wedges (8) and place on greased cookie sheet 1-1/2 inches apart. Bake 9 to 11 minutes, or until light golden brown.

(Source: R. Hatch, Ward Preparedness Specialist)

Alfredo Noodles Mix

**Please note this recipe has been modified to add the grated Romano or Parmesan cheese when ready to mix with butter and milk when ready to use.

1 cup instant nonfat dry milk
1/3 cup dried minced onion
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper

Measure all ingredients into a large Ziploc bag, seal and shake to combine.

To Use:
Combine 1/4 cup Noodles Mix with **2 teaspoons grated Romano or Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, and 1/4 cup milk. Toss with pasta. For variety, add 1/4 cup grated Cheddar cheese in place of the Parmesan cheese for a different taste.

(Source: R. Hatch, Ward Preparedness Specialist)

Apple Almond Rice Mix

4 cups uncooked rice
1-1/3 cups slivered almonds, toasted
1-1/3 cups chopped dried apples
1/4 cup parsley flakes
1/4 cup chicken bouillon granules

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in large bowl; mix well. Place 1-3/4 cup rice mix in each of 4 air-tight containers or zip-top plastic bags. Makes 4 rice mixes.

Preparation Instructions:
Combine 1 rice mix, 1 cup water, 1 cup apple juice (use 1-3/4 cups total liquid for medium or short grain rice, 2-1/2 cups total liquid for brown rice) and 1 tablespoon butter or margarine (optional) in 2- to 3-quart saucepan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes (45 minutes for brown rice), or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with fork. Makes 6 servings.

(Source: R. Hatch, Ward Preparedness Specialist)

Dill-Lemon Rice Mix

4 cups long grain rice, uncooked
5 tablespoons dried grated lemon peel
4 teaspoons dill or dill seed
2 teaspoons salt
8 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon

To Use:
Combine 1-1/2 cups of mix, 2 cups cold water, and 1 tablespoon butter or margarine in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat; cover and reduce heat. Cook for 15 to 25 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Great with fish or chicken.

(Source: R. Hatch, Ward Preparedness Specialist)

Beef Noodle Seasoning Mix

1 cup dry non-fat milk
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
4 tablespoons brown gravy mix
1/4 teaspoon ground celery seed
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup dehydrated mushrooms

Measure all ingredients into a large ziploc bag, seal and shake until well-combined. Makes approximately 26 tablespoons.

To Use:
1-1/2 lbs. lean ground beef
7-1/2 tablespoons Beef Noodle Seasoning Mix
8 cups water
1 (12-ounce) package egg noodles

Brown hamburger and drain. Add jar ingredients and hot water. Add the noodles and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook 15 to 17 minutes. Remove lid and let gently simmer until sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally.

(Source: R. Hatch, Ward Preparedness Specialist)

Chicken Rice Bake Mix in a Jar

Sauce Base:
Cream Soup Base Mix
Dehydrated chicken pieces
1 pkg. chicken flavor ramen noodles, broken up
1/2 cup long-grain rice
1/8 cup dried minced onion
Dried mushrooms
Ramen seasoning packet.

Pour contents of jar into 9x13-inch greased pan. Combine 3 cups water and seasoning packet. Pour water/seasoning mixture over all, cover and bake at 350 degrees F. for 1 hour 15 minutes.

(Source: R. Hatch, Ward Preparedness Specialist)