tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post4217545448872012341..comments2024-03-26T00:26:19.756-07:00Comments on The Bluebirds are Nesting...: Pantries and Preparedness. Powdered milk in your pantry.Annabelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-8752971465463577472015-07-24T23:57:38.559-07:002015-07-24T23:57:38.559-07:00I always have powdered milk in my pantry. It is u...I always have powdered milk in my pantry. It is used in all my recipes that require milk. I just whisk it up as needed. I also use it to make my yoghurt. <br /><br />Great informative post Annabel and Teri.<br /><br />xTania<br /><br />Taniahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10176661940614462611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-50943533836358860842015-07-23T05:59:14.328-07:002015-07-23T05:59:14.328-07:00Thank you, Teri S. This helps a lot. Exactly the...Thank you, Teri S. This helps a lot. Exactly the info I was looking for about the powdered milk. I did Google powdered cream and found a site that answered my questions. My Dad was a dairy farmer back in the day - I wonder what he'd think of this!! : ) Thanks, again!young77https://www.blogger.com/profile/14523388053844339703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-46451217863060825282015-07-22T22:11:34.533-07:002015-07-22T22:11:34.533-07:00I used powdered milk to make white sauce for lasag...I used powdered milk to make white sauce for lasagne, to make hot choc drink mix, dry white sauce mix, baking muffins etc.Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-56509183129281476842015-07-22T20:16:22.272-07:002015-07-22T20:16:22.272-07:00Crystal, I purchase powdered milk from the LDS can...Crystal, I purchase powdered milk from the LDS cannery. Honeyville.com is where I purchased my powdered eggs, although those prices have gone up a lot! (I bought mine in #10 cans about 6 years ago.) <br /><br />I make my own tomato powder with my dehydrated tomatoes. And if I need buttermilk, I just use lemon juice or vinegar in the milk. <br /><br />I have found #10 cans of butter and cheese at supermarkets in the city but this was a number of years ago. There are stores that have bulk bins and you can look online. I've ordered some things from Bulkfoods.com a few years back (they have bulk spices, candy, etc. but I haven't look recently). I hope this helps! TeriTeri Snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-24982814373173499332015-07-22T20:10:29.681-07:002015-07-22T20:10:29.681-07:00Dear Brenda, I cannot have the chemicals in non da...Dear Brenda, I cannot have the chemicals in non dairy creamer either and would never give them to anyone else. I use evaporated milk in its place. It is rich and creamy and nutritious. And yum! While it is not powdered small cans of it have long shelf lives. Love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-13711418047756567402015-07-22T19:53:56.787-07:002015-07-22T19:53:56.787-07:00mdoe37 Thank you for your comment! I just wanted ...mdoe37 Thank you for your comment! I just wanted to mention that fresh milk can be frozen. If I do have fresh milk, I pour it in quart containers, leaving about an inch headspace and freeze. Then it isn't wasted. When, thawing, plan a couple days in the refrigerator.<br /><br />I've had cans of evaporated milk go bad, unfortunately. So, now I just use powdered milk. I even make my scalloped potatoes with reconstituted milk, just add a bit of butter. :) TeriTeri Snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-76448451897212921562015-07-22T19:44:29.615-07:002015-07-22T19:44:29.615-07:00Young77, the reference for the powdered cream woul...Young77, the reference for the powdered cream would be similar to powdered milk, with higher fat. This is NOT non-dairy creamer. I have not tried powdered cream. The powdered milk I buy is non-fat and would last longer on the shelf. <br /><br />I pay $14.25/#10 can, which works out to about .83 cents/quart. I have not checked prices in the store for awhile. I do know that this works out to be a small amount higher than fresh milk for my area, however, I like that I don't have to drive over 20 miles to just get milk. Having my powdered milk on the shelf saves me a lot of time and money!<br /><br />I prefer the non-instant milk. It needs to be dissolved in hot water and clumps a bit, that's why I use a whisk to stir it smooth. Instant dissolves quicker. Hope this helps. TeriTeri Snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-18201763207532013792015-07-22T19:09:55.454-07:002015-07-22T19:09:55.454-07:00I'm on a plane now but will return to read and...I'm on a plane now but will return to read and reread this. I had no idea you could make sweetened condensed or evap using powdered milk!<br /><br />I always used this in recipes when the girls were growing up. Streeeeetched my grocery dollar for sure! <br /><br />Really fabulous today, Annabel!<br /><br />Hugs and happy highways.<br />Kelley~Mrs. Kelley Dibblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04192189624517973551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-87803043925406432832015-07-22T16:36:33.423-07:002015-07-22T16:36:33.423-07:00Hi Annabel and Teri and thanks for this detailed i...Hi Annabel and Teri and thanks for this detailed info. I always have powdered milk on hand for baking, and use it as you describe Teri. I also make a white sauce premix that's invaluable for quick meal prep, and use it in that. It's great for making pepper sauce for steak or chicken too. You are a wealth of information guys! Love, Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-77742581199697805212015-07-22T16:10:10.548-07:002015-07-22T16:10:10.548-07:00Thank you Teri and Annabel for the useful informat...Thank you Teri and Annabel for the useful information and recipes!<br />I like to use powdered milk in baking or cooking, too. <br />I had an e-coupon for $5 off a tin of powdered milk. When I couldn't find that brand in the size specified on the coupon, the manager graciously allowed me to use it to get a small container for free! <br />The savings on using homemade sweetened condensed milk is quite a bit, plus the convenience. We have a favorite desert bar that I liked sending to my son when he was deployed that uses sweetened condensed milk. I also have easy fudge and cheesecake recipes using it. I have often bought the cans, but am thinking I need to get back to making my own. Thanks for the reminder!<br />Have a lovely week! ElaineMrs. Gillamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12291243154053490970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-4104448482723097592015-07-22T16:06:13.182-07:002015-07-22T16:06:13.182-07:00I checked for dry milk at the store this morning a...I checked for dry milk at the store this morning and have more questions: What's a reasonable price to pay? Two brands on shelf, both instant, is that better or not? Your advice/help is much appreciated.young77https://www.blogger.com/profile/14523388053844339703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-56511085233825872552015-07-22T10:25:51.555-07:002015-07-22T10:25:51.555-07:00Please share where you purchase these items. Than...Please share where you purchase these items. Thanks <br />CrystalAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-78913427158300308302015-07-22T10:16:43.887-07:002015-07-22T10:16:43.887-07:00Thank you, Glenda. I'm wondering how you like...Thank you, Glenda. I'm wondering how you like the powdered sour cream? I'm sure you could share lots of information, too! TeriTeri Snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-28078805652808101742015-07-22T10:14:25.670-07:002015-07-22T10:14:25.670-07:00Debbie, great job on the decluttering! I am doing...Debbie, great job on the decluttering! I am doing some of that myself. Each time I empty a vinegar jug, I fill it with water. I am running out of shelf space, so trying to be creative and re-organize, shifting items to make more room!<br /><br />Glad this will help your son, also! TeriTeri Snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-46190603959921606132015-07-22T10:07:45.477-07:002015-07-22T10:07:45.477-07:00Brenda, Please let us know how the powdered full f...Brenda, Please let us know how the powdered full fat cream works out. I can't use the nondairy creamers either. That's why I found a recipe for hot cocoa mix that only uses a few ingredients. Too many chemicals, etc. in so many "store bought" shelf stable items! Thanks!<br />TeriTeri Snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-33271043302195988912015-07-22T10:04:21.795-07:002015-07-22T10:04:21.795-07:00Annabel, Thank you for letting me share again! I ...Annabel, Thank you for letting me share again! I enjoy your input and I'm sure you will find, hopefully, some sources for powdered ingredients in Australia!<br /><br />Your pictures are lovely, as always!<br /><br />Thank you everyone for your comments. Cath, I'm glad you mentioned best buy dates, as I forgot that. I have my milk in #10 cans but when opened, they have a shorter shelf life. I just use my powdered milk so often it doesn't last longer than a couple months, sometimes sooner. I do know shelf stable items help so much on a daily basis! <br /><br />Have a great week everyone! Love, TeriTeri Snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-18113511585913080972015-07-22T09:56:59.528-07:002015-07-22T09:56:59.528-07:00Glenda, thank you for the information about Vitaco...Glenda, thank you for the information about Vitacost. I will need to look into it. TeriTeri Snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-4800524581352497872015-07-22T09:11:18.169-07:002015-07-22T09:11:18.169-07:00This is a great idea. I have dry milk on my groce...This is a great idea. I have dry milk on my grocery list. In the reference to dry cream - is that real cream or non-dairy creamer??young77https://www.blogger.com/profile/14523388053844339703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-63571257240890216872015-07-22T07:00:25.329-07:002015-07-22T07:00:25.329-07:00I gave up on having fresh milk in the fridge quite...I gave up on having fresh milk in the fridge quite a while ago. Its cheaper to buy a gallon than two 1/2's, but it seems to spoil twice a quick. Unless I'm doing something for a holiday meal, like scalloped potatoes, I always use powdered milk. I'm partial to the Emergency Essentials brand. <br /><br />Thanks ladies for the tip on evaporated milk. I'll add that to my recipe book. Evaporated milk will go funny in the can, mixing from powder never will. I never knew there was full fat powdered cream either. mdoe37https://www.blogger.com/profile/03019276985594142350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-60988382015285586502015-07-22T05:54:19.819-07:002015-07-22T05:54:19.819-07:00Thank you to Teri! Great information. I'm try...Thank you to Teri! Great information. I'm trying something new that I ordered from Amazon (USA) but is hasn't arrived, yet. It is a powdered full fat cream. My husband cannot have the chemicals in nondairy creamer so I have been looking for a pantry alternative. Hoping this works. Brenda@CoffeeTeaBookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02719695370857675146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-12571479012850220802015-07-22T04:25:50.944-07:002015-07-22T04:25:50.944-07:00Dear Annabel,
You might check out Ballantyne Food...Dear Annabel,<br /><br />You might check out Ballantyne Foods, in Australia. We stock shelf stable Red Feather Brand creamery butter from Ballantyne, New Zealand. I did some research on Ballantyne and it seems they supply powdered cheeses, etc., to various restaurants; they might sell to homes, also, if asked. I saw they were in Australia.<br /><br />Vitacost is an online source for many powdered items. We recently purchased our organic tomato powder and cheese powder from them. They have a huge variety of foods, personal items, and supplements at very reasonable prices. I checked and they ship to Australia for a flat rate. It seems shipping internationally is rather expensive regardless....<br /><br />For information on Vitacosts international shipping rates and Free Trade agreement with Australia, go to http://m.vitacost.com/international-faqs-australia.<br /><br />To see all of the many items they carry and prices here's the website:<br />http://m.vitacost.com/ <br /><br />They do have sales on many items at different times. Right now many of the grains and baking items from Bob's Red Mill is on sale for 25% off of the retail cost. Vitacost, normally, sells below the retail cost anyway.<br /><br />Another option for powders is to dehydrate and grind to a fine powder in a food processor. I've done this with mixed vegetables, single vegetables, and tomatoes. I saw some instructions, recently, for dehydrating cheese, then grinding it for cheese powder, but I haven't tried it.<br /><br />We normally stock several jars of Ghee and Coconut Oil. These are not powdered but are fairly long term shelf stable items to use for cooking and as a butter replacement.<br /><br />Love and Hugs,<br />GlendaGlendanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-6607423859334524002015-07-22T04:09:09.760-07:002015-07-22T04:09:09.760-07:00Hi Annabel, I love powdered milk. When things were...Hi Annabel, I love powdered milk. When things were tight for us, powdered milk was cheaper than fresh so I used it for everything and my kids grew up with it. I use it for all baking, custards, sauces and so on, and make up bulk packets of "instant" custard and white sauce with powdered milk as the base.<br /><br />One thing to remember though when you are adding it to food storage is that it will go rancid, Even the skim/light powdered milks have some fat in them so be sure to only keep as much as you can use before the BB date, otherwise it's just money down the drain. It will freeze in the packet, which will extend it's life if you have the freezer room, I don't, so 12kg in my stockpile at a time.Cath Armstronghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12982092492622482815noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-23909794331381123732015-07-22T03:00:11.083-07:002015-07-22T03:00:11.083-07:00Thanks so much Teri and Annabel. There is a cateri...Thanks so much Teri and Annabel. There is a catering supply place in our town that stock some powdered products. I must investigate! There are some places here in Australia online also, but mainly for manufacturers or stores and sold in huge quantities. I haven't found any good places here with competitive pricing and retail quantities as yet. Will be very interested in what your sleuth work yields Annabel! <br /><br />UHT is bulky to store, but we keep a few dozen of them for my husband and some powdered for cooking. Cheese I bag and freeze, but powdered items are great to store and not reliant on power or masses of space. KayeBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02893434891123813140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-77409920694660623312015-07-21T21:02:25.100-07:002015-07-21T21:02:25.100-07:00My children were brought up on powdered milk as we...My children were brought up on powdered milk as we couldn't afford fresh milk. I still used powdered skim milk until I gave up sugar and started drinking full cream fresh milk. We ran out today so I used powdered milk and couldn't believe the difference in taste. I might try and stretch the fresh milk out by using half and half. A great post as usual, Annabel and Teri. Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-23437688233545482072015-07-21T19:57:04.441-07:002015-07-21T19:57:04.441-07:00I am just looking into what powdered items we can ...I am just looking into what powdered items we can get here in Australia, noticing the US ladies can et all kinds of dehydrated and powdered things. Obviously packet mixes contain them ie pack mix macaroni cheese MUST have cheese powder. Also campers use a lot of dried things being light and keeping without being in the fridge. All perfect for emergency storage of course. So Im off to do some sleuth work! xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.com