I love this! Tip-Instead of crushing up the thin spaghetti noodles go to the Mexican aisle and get fideo and use that it's already thin little tiny pasta pieces! Walmart has them.
Is Knorr relatively "cheap" in comparison where you are? I'm in Australia and have to rely on companies that import it...and it's probably not as budget friendly as it would be in the country of origin.
@@Kayenne54 I'm in Australia, too. I've lived here for 2 1/2 years and was astonished when I moved here at the lack of choice in brands in grocery stores, and the lack of MANY ingredients that I could get anywhere in the USA.
No you didn't! Girl, this is my new favorite channel. I posted on another video that I am a Southern girl married to an Australian- and living here in Sydney, there are SO MANY things that I can't get here that I LOVE and MISS from the USA. Thankfully, I can get all the ingredients here. I can't wait to try this! BTW, don't listen to negative comments about the bouillon. Haters gonna hate.
That is awesome that you will be able to have a literal "taste of home" in Sydney. Haha have you made it yet, how did the hubby enjoy it? I will be making mine next week.
We’ve always use Knorr boullion…Honestly people will find something wrong with everything these days 🤷🏼♀️ To each his/her own….Thanks for the recipes 😊
ITA and me too! Except I buy the cubes, and just chop up as needed lol. I'm a pretty good cook, and I think the flavor is great. Heck, even if I'm making homemade onion soup, I usually use a base of Knorr's for fuller flavor (both Beef or Veggie work great). I find some of the allegedly "better" bouillons have an overpowering flavor. I'd rather build mine up myself, regardless of the dish. The only thing I think is actually better are some of the boxed stocks, but I usually end up throwing most of them away, and I don't think they make that noticeable a difference!! With the cubes (or powder) you just make what you need!!
Thank you so much. I’m a widow living alone, so I will package these in 3 individual jars. They will be a perfect addition to an easy single serving meal in my pantry❣️
When we went camping my mom would take a couple boxes of Rice a Roni (6 people) and chicken thighs cut in thin strips. She’d start cooking the chicken in the skillet for a couple minutes to get some browning and fond before adding the pasta/rice to brown. When it’s good and brown she’d add the water and seasoning and cook til done. One of my favorite meals that she unfortunately usually kept as a camping meal.
I just found you the other day. You are better than ANY other on here that I've seen. You give info, you didn't ramble on. You tell the little pieces of info. You are great.
Yum, another time and money saver. What in the world is wrong with Knorr bullion? It's easy to store and economical. I use it too so let us know if you find something better. I would even gift some of these.
I just found her about a month ago, and I absolutely agree. I’ve already not only helped stock my pantry with her advice, I can also guarantee she’s helped me remain food stable with my limited budget ❣️
I been a usin' Knorr brand chicken, beef, tomato bouillion for about 75 years. It works for me. And many others. If'n y'all want to buy somethin else, buy it. But don't be puttin' down those of us that do and will continue. It works for us. Stop worrin' about others, y'all got a lot to worry about for yourselves!
Same here. Love me some Knorr. The thing about a recipe is that it's a starting point and we can all adjust to our own tastes. This is a very tasty and economical way to make your own version of rice a style. And even better.
Absolutely! My go to is Knorr brand. But there's other seasonings I use as well if I happen to be out of the Knorr. People need to realize use what's available to you and what your taste preferences are. That's the glory of cooking!
This is genius!! I'm stunned that you don't have more viewers. In an emergency situation, this literally could be a life saver. I just bought a mason jar sealer from Amazon. That thing is incredible! It vacuum seals your jars. It can't be used for regular canning, but it will be perfect for this. It charges with a usb charger and only cost like 15.00. Thank you SO much for putting this video out!!
I love my mason jar sealer! The funny thing though is the rice (if by itself) "pops" when I unseal the jar and several grains land on my counter - it always surprises me and makes me laugh!
I've watched a few videos and first want to say thank you for providing the recipe and not charging for a cookbook or having people sign up for an email. Also I wish I had this recipe when my kids were younger, I would make 2 boxes each time I made Rice a Roni and this would have cut my budget by so much. I will be sharing this with my adult kids so they can have it too. P.S. I love your videos.
Thanks so much for this! As an American living abroad, it's hard to find those childhood tastes of home. I'll be making these for myself and for Christmas presents for sure!
thank you for this video. I subscribed. This is gonna save me lots of money each month. When I make mixes, I write out the directions and tape them to the jar. Helps me and whoever else is helping in the kitchen. To make fast meals, I'll add leftover meat to the rice a roni mixes.
Thanks and welcome to the family! I write the instructions out if I’m giving them away, but I don’t for the ones I keep because I’m really the only one cooking around here lol😁
Thank you!! A tip I once saw on UA-cam for creating tiny rice-a-roni size noodles - put the noodles in a zip lock bag and keep breaking off the long noodles over the edge of the countertop. I just push down hard with my hand to break them off until I have as many as needed.
What a great idea! It’s economical And I love the idea of not having store-bought chemicals I can’t pronounce in my food. Thanks for the idea and the recipes!!
I love that the way the measurements are given, you could divide this up even further when you cook, because every measurement is equally divisible. I usually only cook for the two of us, so being able to half the normal amount with these very easy measurements is great for us! Great video btw!
I often reuse the Atlas 3 cup mason/canning jars. They use the regular lids and rings. The thin spaghetti is cheaper per pound than the mini Fideo. After a long battle with pantry moths I now move all my rice, bean, pasta, flour and potato flakes into jars; also keep mice out of my storage.
@@TalesFromAnEmptyNest I used to find the quarts on FB marketplace, or estate sales,, pints too. But the 3 cup (pint and a half) I could only find online until I realized some pasta sauces were using them.
Omg we had the same problem with the moths. It has been insane. Until we got them I’d never heard of them. I ask my best friend (google) what to do but my husband thought he knew best (he didn’t) so it dragged out for months. We ended up putting our groceries in Rubbermaid totes. Before that we had to throw out everything in our pantry except cans. For those we had to rip off all the labels, wash the cans then mark the can with the contents. I’m excited to make these mixes.
Thank you for this 🙏🏼 I love Rice-a-Roni but I haven't had it since being diagnosed with Celiac. Now I can make it myself with gluten free pasta. You're a rockstar 😎
I don't use the dry ingredients for the chicken flavored rice dish. I sauteé 1 cup of rice, 1 cup of the short pasta (Ronzoni makes it) with some onion flakes and after I add the water, a teaspoon or 2 of Better Than Bullion paste. Comes out delicious!
For 5 years, I have been unable to eat rice a Roni store bought, because I am allergic to nuts, they add slivers of almonds. I can't wait to try this. Thank you
Please pleaseeee, years ago, probably before you were born, we young mothers made mixes. We made baking mix and use that instead of bisquick, we made hot chocolate mix. I can NOT find any of the recipes anywhere! Do you have them?
@@TalesFromAnEmptyNest The Tightwad Gazette has recipes for flavored coffee mixes, Bisquick, etc. I love saving money and it's healthier too. It's costs more at first but look at what you have left for yourself.
One of our local food banks has a commercial kitchen & will provide sealed stuff like homemade ketchup in containers. So I don't see why a place like that couldn't make their own mixes to give out. But a regular food bank could give out the prepackaged seasonings & rice/pasta to mix up yourself at home with a recipe leafket. Or you could get the rice & pasta there & make your own mixes with your own seasonings at home.
Well, this is amazing. I will get out my Vermicelli and mason jars just as soon as I get up from my nap :) I see that you try to reply to your viewers even after having over 22K subscribers! Tammy, I hope you prosper on UA-cam and have fun! Thank you!
I find the noodles in the Mexican section of the store. Unfortunately I have celiacs so mine have to be gluten free. I use gluten free orzo pasta. Works great!
These are great recipes, thank you! @shellyboggs9093 is there a particular brand of gluten-free orzo you use? I'm wondering if a higher-protein GF pasta could work here.
I found you two days ago and went out the next day to get the stuff to make these. These are awesome and the portion is perfect for my house. Every time I cook rice I use one cup. I can’t wait to try all three. Thank you, a new fan. Blessings. I am going looking for more.❤️
Great idea, but ..... there's no pepper in Rice-A-Roni. 🤷🏻♀️ I had a box, I checked. Maybe add some turmeric for the "yellow"...its in Rice-A-Roni anyway. I think I'd package in pint jars, single servings..& $1.25 tree (Dollar tree 😉) has these great little 1oz containers in the craft section that would be perfect for the spices. That way everything is washable and reusable. I like the orzo idea..."near east" rice mixes use it.
I don’t usually do things exactly the way another recipe calls for. I season mine the way we like it. You can certainly season yours however you’d like. Orzo is a great idea for these🙂
This video got my subscription! I can't wait to browse your channel! This is an amazing idea! I've always made my own Rice A Roni, but the way you've packed it up makes it that much easier! And I ❤ Knorr bouillon 🎉
I just found your channel too and oh my word where have you been all my life 🥰 Love love love your recipes. Thank you so much for sharing you are amazing 🥰💖😘🤗💐
Farmed rice from delta regions in US (not California grown) and from certain countries has high arsenic. There is a lot of research on it, including as presented on YT. To reduce this arsenic from the rice by about 80%, from the package, wash it, cook it in a big pot of water like the traditional way of cooking pasta, until au gratin, and drain. Then season as desired. This removes the majority of the arsenic.
This looks so easy to have on hand an like you said you know whats in it. I use to make the spanish rice when my daughter was little and she loved it. The suggestion of Christmas gifts is great idea espically for my girls an my grandkids. I am gonna try these . An you don't have to use the darn canner either. I love canning but it does get to be to much some days . Thank you.
I find very helpful I braked them in half and put in kitchen towel and knights like dough , it’s all together in one place.In time when you need vermicelli but all you have spaghetti.😅
When I use the box of Rice-a-Roni, I always brown it more than usual. It gives it more flavor and seems to set the rice and pasta better. I really don’t like it when it’s pale. 😁
Im curious to know how much it costs to make these. I haven't even bought a box of rice a roni in yrs. Its just too much for me for a meal. I'm a widow and I was thinking of cutting the ingredients in half when i cook them. I'd be getting twice as many meals from one jar. This might be a solution for me. 😊
I love your channel.thank you so much. I was diagnosed with celiac 17 years ago n went through social shock. I have been cooking from scratch n making extra broth from meats for my gravies etc.. your channel is so enlightening.
I made 2 of the rices the Spanish and Chicken for my grand baby. I would have loved to make the bf but she is allergic to yeast. The noodles I used were gluten free the family really liked it. Thank you
Mom rarely did boxed sides so at almost 60 I'm discovering that there is spaghetti in RICE a roni.:) Looks tasy, very convenient, and much cheaper than the boxed stuff. Can't wait to try.
Great ideas! Thank you for sharing these money saving recipes! I appreciate that you put all the ingredients in the description box for us! New subscriber!
Just found you & what a pleasure! My boys ❤❤❤ rice a roni ! I stock up when it’s on sale. I’m using my smart phone & wish I could figure out how to print out a copy of the recipes 🤨. I’ll try the desktop or else write it out 😊 I’m 76 & not very techno savvy 😕 Either way you are a blessing. Have a great day 👵🏻❣️
I'm old enough to at least be your mama, but you have certainly taught me a thing or two. And I really appreciate your style. Thank you for sharing your ideas with us! - New subscriber. 😊
@@TalesFromAnEmptyNest Thank you! I made the chicken the other day and made one for a side dish with our meal. It was delicious so I’m going to try the beef and Spanish. Gonna stock up for the winter!
Can’t wait to put this together! Right in time. My family is leaving on Thursday to head to Virginia to celebrate my 75th birthday. My grandchildren will love this. Easy to bring with us. Thank you. Just found you on UA-cam.
I’ve always wanted to make that. Saw a video months ago and never thought of making it from scratch. I used to make rice a roni for many years. Will have to try that! Great prepping in jars 👍Looks delicious 😋
There is NOTHING bad about Knorr bouillon! That is the only brand I use and love it!!! Awesome videos thank you for sharing your fabulous tips and cooking methods.
I have found that a brown paper bag work well , Place the spagetti in the bag , fold over the opening and then bend it until broken to the desired size .
I haven't heard the stories about Knorr bullion being bad. Living proof here, I've been using it while cooking for my tribe with no issues. I've not found anything better. Hater's gonna hate. Bless their hearts! Thank you for the recipes! I've just found your channel. We sound allot alike so it eases my homesick some.
The algorithm brought me here, and this was an awesome find! Can’t wait to do my own, but I’ll probably use some orzo pasta I have hanging around to use that up. Thanks for an awesome and simple recipe.
I managed to cook until retirement age without ever having rice-a-Ronni either served to me or cooked by me. I learned something new today. Thank you very much. I will incorporate this meal and also adapt for flavoured rice which is a favourite meal in this house. Making flavoured rice at home from pantry staples will be much more economical than even purchasing the remeasured packages on sale. Also I did not know that tomato bullion existed thus I will look for that product at a larger grocery store in my region. Every shopping trip requires vehicle travel and several hours which necessitates buying in bulk.
I use orzo. I use a half cup of orzo and a half cup of rice. Fry it in margarine until the pasta starts to darken. Then I add the meat and seasonings and a cup of water. Think I'll make it tonight to go with the red beans leftover from last night.
I made up the jars tlday!! Oh and someone probably already said not 32 oz jars but plus old quart jars. I also made up a jar of cilantro lime as we love that too....I am working on duplicating the seasoning used in the boxed noodles like garlic parmesan and herb buttered ...cheddar flavored ...and maybe a coconut pineapple blend.
You know I'm loving everything you post & I, personally, prefer the knorr brands so ty. You keep doing you boo. You can't please everyone & as you always say, adjust it to fit what you want or like 😊. I also don't like onions but I don't feel the need to fuss about those who do 🙃. Another great video Tammy.
What a great idea. I like to home make things like this to avoid some of the things found in pre-packaged, process foods. That being said, I was shocked to see what is in those Knorr bouillons. I'm rethinking how to season this pasta/rice mix. Thanks for all the great ideas you inspire !
I'm gonna make some of this up. I do not use powdered boullions. So I will just add better than boullion. When is time to add it. One Or two teaspoons. It is a lot lower in sodium and has a lot more flavor from real stock. Once you try it. You are sold. From adding. It to roast and our soups. To putting it in some hot water when you are feeling ill. Winner winner........😊 Thank you for the rice a roni Recipe cause I do like Them.😊
I love this! Tip-Instead of crushing up the thin spaghetti noodles go to the Mexican aisle and get fideo and use that it's already thin little tiny pasta pieces! Walmart has them.
Thank you! My Walmart didn’t have any, but I’m keeping an eye out😁😁
Aldi has them
@@TalesFromAnEmptyNest Amazon has Fideo. I just bought a 20 pack of 7 oz packs for 10.00.
What about orzo? That's tiny pasta.
@@georgiannaneller1394 you can use orzo if you want😁
I only use Knorr bouillon! It lasts forever and super economical! If you want organic, feel free. I personally like the taste of the cheap "stuff".
Lol same!😁😁
It's just about the Chemicals that the "cheap stuff" use that is unhealthy.
Is Knorr relatively "cheap" in comparison where you are? I'm in Australia and have to rely on companies that import it...and it's probably not as budget friendly as it would be in the country of origin.
@@Kayenne54 it is pretty cheap here, but the taste is great! I can’t imagine how expensive things must be when they have to be imported 😫
@@Kayenne54 I'm in Australia, too. I've lived here for 2 1/2 years and was astonished when I moved here at the lack of choice in brands in grocery stores, and the lack of MANY ingredients that I could get anywhere in the USA.
No you didn't! Girl, this is my new favorite channel. I posted on another video that I am a Southern girl married to an Australian- and living here in Sydney, there are SO MANY things that I can't get here that I LOVE and MISS from the USA. Thankfully, I can get all the ingredients here. I can't wait to try this! BTW, don't listen to negative comments about the bouillon. Haters gonna hate.
Lol thank you so much!😁
That is awesome that you will be able to have a literal "taste of home" in Sydney. Haha have you made it yet, how did the hubby enjoy it?
I will be making mine next week.
What is wrong with the bouillon she’s using?
We’ve always use Knorr boullion…Honestly people will find something wrong with everything these days 🤷🏼♀️ To each his/her own….Thanks for the recipes 😊
I agree! Thanks for watching!😁
@@Ladythyme I do not find fault with everything.
Also, the best ever ingredient is useless if it's not widely available.
lol. Are you sure?
ITA and me too! Except I buy the cubes, and just chop up as needed lol. I'm a pretty good cook, and I think the flavor is great. Heck, even if I'm making homemade onion soup, I usually use a base of Knorr's for fuller flavor (both Beef or Veggie work great). I find some of the allegedly "better" bouillons have an overpowering flavor. I'd rather build mine up myself, regardless of the dish. The only thing I think is actually better are some of the boxed stocks, but I usually end up throwing most of them away, and I don't think they make that noticeable a difference!! With the cubes (or powder) you just make what you need!!
Thank you so much. I’m a widow living alone, so I will package these in 3 individual jars. They will be a perfect addition to an easy single serving meal in my pantry❣️
Sounds great!😁😁
When we went camping my mom would take a couple boxes of Rice a Roni (6 people) and chicken thighs cut in thin strips. She’d start cooking the chicken in the skillet for a couple minutes to get some browning and fond before adding the pasta/rice to brown. When it’s good and brown she’d add the water and seasoning and cook til done. One of my favorite meals that she unfortunately usually kept as a camping meal.
Sounds delicious!😁😁
So glad you have that wonderful memory. Thanks for sharing.
I just found you the other day. You are better than ANY other on here that I've seen. You give info, you didn't ramble on. You tell the little pieces of info. You are great.
Thank you so much!😊😊😊
Same reason I've been following over a year. I'm here to stay. Love this girl.
Yum, another time and money saver. What in the world is wrong with Knorr bullion? It's easy to store and economical. I use it too so let us know if you find something better. I would even gift some of these.
I’m new here and feel the same.
I just found her about a month ago, and I absolutely agree. I’ve already not only helped stock my pantry with her advice, I can also guarantee she’s helped me remain food stable with my limited budget ❣️
I been a usin' Knorr brand chicken, beef, tomato bouillion for about 75 years. It works for me. And many others. If'n y'all want to buy somethin else, buy it. But don't be puttin' down those of us that do and will continue. It works for us. Stop worrin' about others, y'all got a lot to worry about for yourselves!
Lol team Knorr😁😁
Same here. Love me some Knorr. The thing about a recipe is that it's a starting point and we can all adjust to our own tastes.
This is a very tasty and economical way to make your own version of rice a style. And even better.
@@AlabamaRollTide06 absolutely!😁
Absolutely! My go to is Knorr brand. But there's other seasonings I use as well if I happen to be out of the Knorr. People need to realize use what's available to you and what your taste preferences are. That's the glory of cooking!
I don't understand why knorr is bad? My grandmother, & mother, now myself used knorr bouillon for years and I think we're/ I'm fine 🤔 😂
This is genius!! I'm stunned that you don't have more viewers. In an emergency situation, this literally could be a life saver. I just bought a mason jar sealer from Amazon. That thing is incredible! It vacuum seals your jars. It can't be used for regular canning, but it will be perfect for this. It charges with a usb charger and only cost like 15.00. Thank you SO much for putting this video out!!
Thanks so much! I also have a jar vacuum sealer😁😁
I also have purchased a jar sealer, but not from Amazon. It is taking too long to come in and can’t wait to use it.
I love my mason jar sealer! The funny thing though is the rice (if by itself) "pops" when I unseal the jar and several grains land on my counter - it always surprises me and makes me laugh!
@@br7283 😂😂😂
Virginia, what brand is your jar vacuum sealer? I'd love to get one with such a great review. HUGS
You can find the broken ones sometimes in n the Mexican section. When I make the Spanish I use salsa instead of canned tomatoes.
I’ll definitely check there next time😁😁
They are called FIDEOS. You can sometimes find the in the spaghetti section or in the Hispanic section.
How much salsa did you add?
Or was it equivalent to 1 can?
I was thinking about using that.
@beanetricemcdaniel6853 it's equivalent to one can.
@@pamp5797 thank you
I bet we could use ouzo too. That's tiny pieces of noodles
Yes! I have seen people use orzo!😁
Or fideo
I typically use orzo … it’s quick and easy … no need to break up spaghetti
@@DebiGoldben it’s a great option for sure😁
LMAO...Ouzo is a booze! You probably meant Orzo pasta! Rice always pairs well with a good stiff drink..who knew!
Where have you been?? I LOVE Rice-a-roni but it’s pricey for the portion size!!! So happy I found you, thanks.😊 ❤
Thanks so much!😁
I know I was excited when this came up in my feed!
We live where we get hurricanes so I don't like to freeze too much!
Love shelf stable options❤
@@amblingalongtogether we get hurricanes here too😁
Love your videos and I think what makes a great cook is using what you have and being grateful to have what you have 🌹
I think so too! Thanks!😁
I've watched a few videos and first want to say thank you for providing the recipe and not charging for a cookbook or having people sign up for an email. Also I wish I had this recipe when my kids were younger, I would make 2 boxes each time I made Rice a Roni and this would have cut my budget by so much. I will be sharing this with my adult kids so they can have it too. P.S. I love your videos.
Thank you so much!😁😁
Thanks so much for this! As an American living abroad, it's hard to find those childhood tastes of home. I'll be making these for myself and for Christmas presents for sure!
Sounds great!😁😁
thank you for this video. I subscribed. This is gonna save me lots of money each month. When I make mixes, I write out the directions and tape them to the jar. Helps me and whoever else is helping in the kitchen. To make fast meals, I'll add leftover meat to the rice a roni mixes.
Thanks and welcome to the family! I write the instructions out if I’m giving them away, but I don’t for the ones I keep because I’m really the only one cooking around here lol😁
Thank you!! A tip I once saw on UA-cam for creating tiny rice-a-roni size noodles - put the noodles in a zip lock bag and keep breaking off the long noodles over the edge of the countertop. I just push down hard with my hand to break them off until I have as many as needed.
Great idea!😁
What a great idea! It’s economical And I love the idea of not having store-bought chemicals I can’t pronounce in my food. Thanks for the idea and the recipes!!
Thanks for watching!😁😁
I love that the way the measurements are given, you could divide this up even further when you cook, because every measurement is equally divisible. I usually only cook for the two of us, so being able to half the normal amount with these very easy measurements is great for us! Great video btw!
Thank you!😁😁
I love this !! Im going to make these for my kids for Christmas !! Thank you !
Thank you! I’m doing that too!!😁😁
Knorr is a staple in my household. Love these recipes. Thank you ma'am
Thank you!😁
I often reuse the Atlas 3 cup mason/canning jars. They use the regular lids and rings. The thin spaghetti is cheaper per pound than the mini Fideo. After a long battle with pantry moths I now move all my rice, bean, pasta, flour and potato flakes into jars; also keep mice out of my storage.
I’m hoping to find more jars at my thrift stores because I love using them to store thing!😁
@@TalesFromAnEmptyNest I used to find the quarts on FB marketplace, or estate sales,, pints too. But the 3 cup (pint and a half) I could only find online until I realized some pasta sauces were using them.
@@happygardener28 good to know! I do save pickle jars lol😁
Omg we had the same problem with the moths. It has been insane. Until we got them I’d never heard of them. I ask my best friend (google) what to do but my husband thought he knew best (he didn’t) so it dragged out for months. We ended up putting our groceries in Rubbermaid totes. Before that we had to throw out everything in our pantry except cans. For those we had to rip off all the labels, wash the cans then mark the can with the contents. I’m excited to make these mixes.
@@joycebelk4634 oh wow! What a nightmare! Glad you got it under control!😁😁
Thank you for this 🙏🏼
I love Rice-a-Roni but I haven't had it since being diagnosed with Celiac. Now I can make it myself with gluten free pasta. You're a rockstar 😎
I’m so glad it’s helpful!😁
I don't use the dry ingredients for the chicken flavored rice dish. I sauteé 1 cup of rice, 1 cup of the short pasta (Ronzoni makes it) with some onion flakes and after I add the water, a teaspoon or 2 of Better Than Bullion paste. Comes out delicious!
Sounds great!😁
How much water do you add?
For 5 years, I have been unable to eat rice a Roni store bought, because I am allergic to nuts, they add slivers of almonds. I can't wait to try this. Thank you
Oh I’m so glad it’s helpful! These taste better than the boxes from the store😁
@@TalesFromAnEmptyNest When I make it, I will let you know, but I was drooling as you were making. lol
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Please pleaseeee, years ago, probably before you were born, we young mothers made mixes. We made baking mix and use that instead of bisquick, we made hot chocolate mix. I can NOT find any of the recipes anywhere! Do you have them?
I will be doing both of these in upcoming videos😁😁
Look up the Tightwad Gazette.
@@MelaniemcGhee-p3c I just looked! I’ll definitely have to dig a little deeper! How fun!😁😁
@@TalesFromAnEmptyNest The Tightwad Gazette has recipes for flavored coffee mixes, Bisquick, etc. I love saving money and it's healthier too. It's costs more at first but look at what you have left for yourself.
@@MelaniemcGhee-p3c it looks very interesting! I’m obsessed with thrifting and saving so I will definitely be checking it out🙂
Fideo pasta is what you're looking for 😊
Thanks!😁
I still break those in half :)
This is just my speed love love these make ahead mix ups! Ty😊
Glad you like them!😁
Oh thank you! I think I might try adding slivered almonds to the chicken one. These will make great Christmas gifts as well 🎉
Great idea!!😁
I can see making these for our local food bank, what a great thing to have!
That’s a great idea!!😁😁
Food banks aren’t allowed to give away home made mixes. They usually can give out home sewn things like kitchen towels or windfall fruits.
One of our local food banks has a commercial kitchen & will provide sealed stuff like homemade ketchup in containers.
So I don't see why a place like that couldn't make their own mixes to give out.
But a regular food bank could give out the prepackaged seasonings & rice/pasta to mix up yourself at home with a recipe leafket.
Or you could get the rice & pasta there & make your own mixes with your own seasonings at home.
I bought 10 bags of tiny vermicelli pieces on Amazon. I think they were .49 each.
Oh I’ll have to go look! Thanks!😁
Just ordered some, thanks!
Well, this is amazing. I will get out my Vermicelli and mason jars just as soon as I get up from my nap :) I see that you try to reply to your viewers even after having over 22K subscribers! Tammy, I hope you prosper on UA-cam and have fun! Thank you!
Thank you so much! I do my best! Have a great nap!!😁😁
Love and Respect 🙏 Thank's and Bless you 🙏 Congratulations ❤️ Beautiful 🙏
@@DannySettle-yi2ef thanks😁
Mexican grocery stores almost always have short vermicelli noodles.
I’ll check there😁
Running to the kitchen to see if I have everything to make these! ❤
Yay!😁😁
I find the noodles in the Mexican section of the store. Unfortunately I have celiacs so mine have to be gluten free. I use gluten free orzo pasta. Works great!
Thanks! And thanks for the info on the gluten free pasta! I’m sure that will help others😊😊
These are great recipes, thank you! @shellyboggs9093 is there a particular brand of gluten-free orzo you use? I'm wondering if a higher-protein GF pasta could work here.
Oh my goodness, where have you found GF orzo?
@ the name brand is DeLallo Gluten Free Orzo Pasta
@@shellyboggs9093 Thank you! I'm gonna see if I can find it.
That's good camping food right there.
Yes!😁
THIS, is what the internet should be used for. I love to hear my southern folks accent.
Lol thanks!😁😁
Brilliant! Thank you for doing all the figurin' so we all can follow along without the struggle!!
Lol you’re welcome!😁😁
And a voice came out of the throne, saying, Praise our God, all ye his servants, and ye that fear him, both small and great.
Revelation 19:5 KJV
Amen
@@jackieellenbarnes1268 Ramen.
I found you two days ago and went out the next day to get the stuff to make these. These are awesome and the portion is perfect for my house. Every time I cook rice I use one cup. I can’t wait to try all three. Thank you, a new fan. Blessings. I am going looking for more.❤️
Glad you like them!😁😁
I come here for the normalcy as much as the recipes. Thank you!
Lol thanks!😁
I just added 8 pints each of chicken and beef too my pantry and I'm looking forward to trying this! I used to live rice a roni lol. Thank you!
Nice! We love this!😁😁
❤❤ you're a Rockstar... love rice a roni and this was an awesome tutorial... thank you very much 😊
Thank you so much 😀
Great idea, but ..... there's no pepper in Rice-A-Roni. 🤷🏻♀️
I had a box, I checked.
Maybe add some turmeric for the "yellow"...its in Rice-A-Roni anyway.
I think I'd package in pint jars, single servings..& $1.25 tree (Dollar tree 😉) has these great little 1oz containers in the craft section that would be perfect for the spices.
That way everything is washable and reusable.
I like the orzo idea..."near east" rice mixes use it.
I don’t usually do things exactly the way another recipe calls for. I season mine the way we like it. You can certainly season yours however you’d like. Orzo is a great idea for these🙂
This video got my subscription! I can't wait to browse your channel! This is an amazing idea! I've always made my own Rice A Roni, but the way you've packed it up makes it that much easier! And I ❤ Knorr bouillon 🎉
Thanks so much and welcome to the family!😁😁
You could put some dehydrated veggies like dice , onions or bell peppers. Just a little
You definitely could!😁
I was todays years old when I realized Rice a Roni consisted of rice and pasta😅😅 Totally going to try this out. Looks great.
Lol thanks!!😁😁
This is too awesome! Just THINK of all the different spices you can use!
Yes!! Any flavor you can dream up!😁😁
Knorr bouillon is great. I use it all the time.
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I just found your channel too and oh my word where have you been all my life 🥰 Love love love your recipes. Thank you so much for sharing you are amazing 🥰💖😘🤗💐
Thanks so much! Welcome to the family 😁
Farmed rice from delta regions in US (not California grown) and from certain countries has high arsenic. There is a lot of research on it, including as presented on YT. To reduce this arsenic from the rice by about 80%, from the package, wash it, cook it in a big pot of water like the traditional way of cooking pasta, until au gratin, and drain. Then season as desired. This removes the majority of the arsenic.
This looks so easy to have on hand an like you said you know whats in it. I use to make the spanish rice when my daughter was little and she loved it. The suggestion of Christmas gifts is great idea espically for my girls an my grandkids. I am gonna try these . An you don't have to use the darn canner either. I love canning but it does get to be to much some days . Thank you.
Thank you! They really are so simple to throw together 😁
I find very helpful I braked them in half and put in kitchen towel and knights like dough , it’s all together in one place.In time when you need vermicelli but all you have spaghetti.😅
Sounds great!😁
To me, Knorr is the best bouillon. It's the only one I use. They also have a vegetable bouillon that adds flavor to any dish.
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When I use the box of Rice-a-Roni, I always brown it more than usual. It gives it more flavor and seems to set the rice and pasta better. I really don’t like it when it’s pale. 😁
Sounds great🙂
Amazing! I'm a klutz in the kitchen. You made it simple, and easy for people like me. I'm gonna try this.
I'm glad you're going to give it a try!😁😁
Helloooooo! New subscriber here!
🎵 Rice a Roni, the San Francisco treat. Rice a Roni, the flavor can't be beat! 🎵
Thank you for this.
Lol I sing it too😂Welcome to the family!😁
@@TalesFromAnEmptyNest I just need more practice at jumping on a street car and hanging on now!
@@SomeBuddy777 at my age, I wouldn’t even attempt it😂
Never thought about doing this! Thank you.... will add some fresh jalapeño for a little heat.
Sounds great!😁
EXCELLENT ❤ DELICIOUS FAST, EASY AND HEALTHY 💐🌹
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Thank you for the recipes. I'm always looking for rice dishes for my husband who loves rice. Now it's easy to pull out for dinners.
Thank you! I have more rice recipes coming soon😁😁
Girl I'm gonna steal these recipes lol, thanks for the video. Luv the southern accent! Luv from California.
Lol thanks! Steal away!!😁😁
Im curious to know how much it costs to make these. I haven't even bought a box of rice a roni in yrs. Its just too much for me for a meal. I'm a widow and I was thinking of cutting the ingredients in half when i cook them. I'd be getting twice as many meals from one jar. This might be a solution for me. 😊
Look through the comments. I roughly figured this out when someone else asked😁😁
@@TalesFromAnEmptyNest Thanks. I'm a new subscriber and I'm loving your videos.
@@RoseSimpson1111 thank you so much and welcome to the family!😁
I love your channel.thank you so much. I was diagnosed with celiac 17 years ago n went through social shock. I have been cooking from scratch n making extra broth from meats for my gravies etc.. your channel is so enlightening.
Thank you so much!😁😁
new subbie here!!! thanks for sharing...I love making these kind of meals for my independent 90 yr old dad
Thank you and welcome to the family! I hope your sweet daddy loves them😁😁
I made 2 of the rices the Spanish and Chicken for my grand baby. I would have loved to make the bf but she is allergic to yeast. The noodles I used were gluten free the family really liked it. Thank you
Mom rarely did boxed sides so at almost 60 I'm discovering that there is spaghetti in RICE a roni.:) Looks tasy, very convenient, and much cheaper than the boxed stuff. Can't wait to try.
Lol yep! Thank you! I’m about to be 50 and I learn something new everyday lately😁😁
Great ideas! Thank you for sharing these money saving recipes! I appreciate that you put all the ingredients in the description box for us! New subscriber!
Thank you so much! Welcome to the family!😊
New subscriber!
Love this idea. A great convenience and cost savings. ❤
Thanks and welcome to the family!😁
Just found you & what a pleasure! My boys ❤❤❤ rice a roni ! I stock up when it’s on sale.
I’m using my smart phone & wish I could figure out how to print out a copy of the recipes 🤨. I’ll try the desktop or else write it out 😊 I’m 76 & not very techno savvy 😕
Either way you are a blessing. Have a great day 👵🏻❣️
Thank you so much!😁😁
I love videos like this. All the works been done by good cooks that know what cookin's about.
Glad you like them!😁
Thanks, have not had rice a Roni since the 90s hehe x will try this ❤❤❤❤ ❤❤
It’s really good!😁
I'm old enough to at least be your mama, but you have certainly taught me a thing or two. And I really appreciate your style. Thank you for sharing your ideas with us!
- New subscriber. 😊
I don’t know about that. I’m not a youngin anymore lol. Welcome to the family!😁😁
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I’m only finding tomato/chicken bullion. Where do you find plain tomato?
Mine is tomato chicken🙂
@@TalesFromAnEmptyNest Thank you! I made the chicken the other day and made one for a side dish with our meal. It was delicious so I’m going to try the beef and Spanish. Gonna stock up for the winter!
@ yay!! I’m glad you like it😁
💡 Great tasty idea. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you!😁
Can’t wait to put this together! Right in time. My family is leaving on Thursday to head to Virginia to celebrate my 75th birthday. My grandchildren will love this. Easy to bring with us. Thank you. Just found you on UA-cam.
Happy birthday!! 🎉🎁🎂😁
Thank you that's brilliant God bless you in the mighty name of Jesus Amen❤❤❤❤
Thank you!😁
How many cups of broth do you use to cook it? Im so excited to do this!! Thank you for helping me learn to cook!!
When you cook it, you will use 2 tbsp butter or oil, 1 cup of the rice/pasta mix and 2 cups of water or broth (plus the seasonings of course)🙂🙂
You are heaven sent my dear!! 🙏🏻☺️@@TalesFromAnEmptyNest
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I'm thinking those wonderful ideas for " Gifts In A Jar" thank you for sharing.
You are so wonderful. You should publish a book.
Best Wishes❤
Yes!! Homemade gifts are the best!😁😁
Listening to your video is making me way hungry 😊
Lol sorry!😂😂😂
I’ve always wanted to make that. Saw a video months ago and never thought of making it from scratch. I used to make rice a roni for many years. Will have to try that! Great prepping in jars 👍Looks delicious 😋
Thank you! It’s super easy😁😁
I love Knorr, I use it when I'm hungry but shouldn't eat due to my diabetes and just make a cup of hot salty beef broth. Yummy
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There is NOTHING bad about Knorr bouillon! That is the only brand I use and love it!!! Awesome videos thank you for sharing your fabulous tips and cooking methods.
Thanks so much😁
Just found you and this is great! Wish you did the rice pilaf. Thank you!
Thanks! No specific rice pilaf, but I do have 3 more seasoned rice mixes coming this week😁
So cool I had no idea you could make that
Yes!😁😁
I have found that a brown paper bag work well , Place the spagetti in the bag , fold over the opening and then bend it until broken to the desired size .
I’ll have to give that a try😁
Oh My Goodness! Just found your channel and I’m a new fan! Thanks💜💜💜
Thanks so much and welcome to the family!😁
I haven't heard the stories about Knorr bullion being bad. Living proof here, I've been using it while cooking for my tribe with no issues. I've not found anything better. Hater's gonna hate. Bless their hearts! Thank you for the recipes! I've just found your channel. We sound allot alike so it eases my homesick some.
It’s the MSG that people don’t like. On another note, I’m glad I can help a tiny bit with homesickness ❤️
The algorithm brought me here, and this was an awesome find! Can’t wait to do my own, but I’ll probably use some orzo pasta I have hanging around to use that up.
Thanks for an awesome and simple recipe.
I’m glad you’re here! Orzo would be great in this!😁😁
WOW!!!!! Many thanks! New follower!!!
Edited to add: this is amazing to cook in a rice cooker.
Thanks and welcome to the family!😁😁
I managed to cook until retirement age without ever having rice-a-Ronni either served to me or cooked by me. I learned something new today. Thank you very much. I will incorporate this meal and also adapt for flavoured rice which is a favourite meal in this house. Making flavoured rice at home from pantry staples will be much more economical than even purchasing the remeasured packages on sale. Also I did not know that tomato bullion existed thus I will look for that product at a larger grocery store in my region. Every shopping trip requires vehicle travel and several hours which necessitates buying in bulk.
Oh goodness! That’s a lot of work to get groceries! I have more flavored rice coming soon😁😁
I use orzo. I use a half cup of orzo and a half cup of rice. Fry it in margarine until the pasta starts to darken. Then I add the meat and seasonings and a cup of water. Think I'll make it tonight to go with the red beans leftover from last night.
Sounds like a great idea! 🙂
I use the Knorr and love it. Different strokes for different folks
Yep😁
I made up the jars tlday!! Oh and someone probably already said not 32 oz jars but plus old quart jars. I also made up a jar of cilantro lime as we love that too....I am working on duplicating the seasoning used in the boxed noodles like garlic parmesan and herb buttered ...cheddar flavored ...and maybe a coconut pineapple blend.
Nice! I use mostly the 32 oz/quart jars because they fit most recipes perfectly. I’m also working on some other flavors😁😁
You know I'm loving everything you post & I, personally, prefer the knorr brands so ty. You keep doing you boo. You can't please everyone & as you always say, adjust it to fit what you want or like 😊. I also don't like onions but I don't feel the need to fuss about those who do 🙃. Another great video Tammy.
Thank you Carla!😊😊
With each video you send me in a frenzied shopping spree to get ingredients. LOL. Gotta love this.
Uh oh😂 I’m glad you’re enjoying the channel!😁
@@TalesFromAnEmptyNest very much so. Thanks.
You can get orzo which is a rice shaped pasta....
Yes!😁😁
What a great idea. I like to home make things like this to avoid some of the things found in pre-packaged, process foods. That being said, I was shocked to see what is in those Knorr bouillons. I'm rethinking how to season this pasta/rice mix. Thanks for all the great ideas you inspire !
Thanks! You can definitely use an alternative 🙂
I'm gonna make some of this up. I do not use powdered boullions. So I will just add better than boullion.
When is time to add it. One
Or two teaspoons. It is a lot lower in sodium and has a lot more flavor from real stock. Once you try it. You are sold. From adding.
It to roast and our soups. To putting it in some hot water when you are feeling ill. Winner winner........😊 Thank you for the rice a roni Recipe cause I do like Them.😊
Great idea!😁😁
We use what we have and then move forward to things we can afford and be healthy.
We do exactly the same😁