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More Things You Can Make Yourself

By Chris Scheuer | Updated on May 3, 2020

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More recipes you can make yourself! Instead of buying ready-made things from the store, try these easy homemade versions.

Even more favorite recipes to try making at home. Check out Part One here, if you missed it. These homemade versions are way better than store bought. There's homemade flour tortillas, granola, jam, and more! All things I'm sure you normally buy at the store but will be so happy to have the homemade version on hand. While some of us have the extra time right now, why not learn something new? Your family and friends will thank you.

Photo of a glass jar of Pickled Red Onions on a table with a coneflower in a vase in the background.

Our favorite recipe for quick and easy Pickled Red Onions. They're beautiful, delicious and will magically transform ordinary food to extraordinary!

I made the pickled onions this weekend. They turned out so pretty, and they are delicious, Thank you for experimenting and sharing with us your tried and true method.

 

Vertical photo of Microwave Real Deal Caramel Sauce in a Weck glass jar with a container of ice cream, small bowls and spoons in the background and side

Although it tastes like the decadently delicious and old-fashioned kind, this Microwave Real Deal Caramel Sauce is amazingly easy! And truly is the REAL DEAL!

So quick and delicious! I've made this twice, both times with excellent results.

 

Vertical photo of Pine Nut Seeded Crackers with a bowl of avocado dip.

With 10 minutes of hands-on time, these super healthy, gluten-free Pine Nut Seeded Crackers are perfect for dips, snacking and alongside soups and salads!

This is my favorite seeded cracker recipe. I've tried others and though they were ok, they were definitely missing something. Adding honey and the olive oil really makes a difference. Thank you for sharing. I love these with cream cheese or guac!

 

Vertical photo of Homemade Flour Tortillas stacked on a decorative kitchen towel.

These really are the Best Ever Homemade Flour Tortillas, no one can believe how easy and delicious they are! They're perfect for enchiladas, soft tacos, burritos, quesadillas, wraps… Check out the over 400 5-star reviews! So many people have loved this recipe during this stay-at-home time and have reported that they'll "never again purchase tortillas at the store".

Years ago, I had a couple of different Mexican cooks show me how to make tortillas. They had made them their entire lives and made it look so easy! MY attempts failed because they merely said, "A little of this and a little of that" without measurements and I wasn't told to let the dough sit for at least 15 minutes, so they won't spring back when rolling. When Mission tortillas at Wal-Mart were out of stock, I decided it was time to LEARN once and for all! Thank you for the perfect recipe and tips! My 4, 5, & 9 year-olds and husband all loved them!

 

Vertical photo of Ridiculously Easy Buttermilk Biscuits topped with butter and a spoonful of strawberry jam. More biscuits are on a metal cooling rack in the background.

These tall, flaky, Ridiculously Easy Buttermilk Biscuits take less than 10 minutes to throw together. They're also ridiculously delicious! I never dreamed when I posted this simple recipe that it would be life-changing for so many readers. I've gotten tons of comments, like the one below, that compare these biscuits to their "mama's" or "grandmother's". To me, that's the ultimate comment!

I made these biscuits today, and I was shocked by how good they are! Absolutely perfect, and so simple to make. I've tried replicating the biscuits my grandmother use to make but never could get them quite right, these are on par with those delicious biscuits that I haven't had in years. This will be my go-to biscuit recipe from now on. Thanks!!

 

Vertical photo of Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Mix in a Weck glass jar with salad making ingredients in the background.

You won't believe the difference between this Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing vs store-bought. You'll never go back to buying it!

This is a wonderfully fresh tasting mix. It is not salt-laden and gives a vibrant but not overpowering addition to a leafy green salad. Thank you

 

Vertical photo of Best Ever Hot Fudge Sauce in a white scalloped bowl with a spoon pouring the sauce into the bowl.

Like the name says, this stuff is seriously the Best Ever Hot Fudge Sauce. What it doesn't say is that it's so easy you'll hardly believe it!

Divine! It does not get easier than this.

 

Overhead photo of One-Bowl, No-Mixer Naan Bread on a wooden cutting board with herbs and butter in cups surrounding the board.

This One-Bowl No-Mixer Homemade Naan is soft, puffy and impossibly delicious! It rivals the naan at your favorite Indian restaurant and you can make it yourself at home with minimal effort!

Finally!! I found the perfect and East Naan recipe!! I don't have to buy the frozen ones from Trader Joe's anymore!! I think it is even better than my favorite Indian joint down the street!! Thanks so much for posting!! Happy in Seattle!!

 

Vertical photo of Lemon Basil Oil in a glass jar with basil and lemon wedges in the background.

A delicious condiment bursting with the summery flavors of fresh basil and lemon. Use this Lemon Basil Oil for dipping crusty bread or drizzle it over tomatoes, salads, grilled chicken, shrimp, veggies…

I just made this and it is so delicious. I am taking it, along with your blueberry coffee cake for a weekend with friends…Chris keep up the super wonderful recipes…..

 

Vertical photo of Mango Jalapeño Pepper Jelly in a decorative Weck glass canning jar.

This sweet, spicy Mango Jalapeño Pepper Jelly makes a lovely gift and is a fabulous appetizer served with crackers and spooned over goat or cream cheese. Check out our post for so many other ways to use it!

I made this yesterday and it turned out perfectly!

 

Vertical photo of Buttermilk Brioche Buns on a black cooling rack.

These delicious, golden glazed Buttermilk Brioche Buns have a soft, tender crumb, and come together, start to finish, in less than an hour!

Fantastic recipe. I wasted 8 hours trying another recipe which was a complete fail- poor texture and no flavour. This recipe is a life saver and goes great with adding sesame seeds on top. Completely converted to making these regularly.

 

Vertical photo of Overnight Raspberry Freezer Jam in decorative Weck glass jars.

This fresh-tasting Overnight Raspberry Freezer Jam, prepared with frozen berries, can be made any time of year! And it takes less than 10-minutes of hands-on time!

Delicious! Turned out perfect and I definitely give it a rave 5-star revue!

 

Vertical photo of Best Ever Granola in a white bowl.

Addictively delicious and so easy to make, this Best Ever Granola will become one of those recipes that is requested over and over!

I just made my second batch of this granola. Yup, I want to eat it like popcorn! delicious.

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8 Comments

  1. I love the variety of recipes you share. I love more that they are normal and useful ones. I love the sauce recipes. Boy, those help instead of having to buy those. Ice cream sure got better for my grand kids! Thanks for sharing your great recipes! This is just the best blog.

    1. Thanks, Donna! I'm happy you've enjoyed our recipes and I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment đź’•

  2. I just wanted to say that I've tried several of your recipes and they have all been great! I really appreciate you sharing them. The tortillas are delicious and easy, so much better than store bought. I also love the microwave lemon curd. Peruvian chicken and aji sauce are favorites as well. Thank you!

    1. Thank you, Lois! I'm so happy you've enjoyed some of the Café recipes! We appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment 💕

  3. I’ve made many of these — just finished a batch of the pickled red onions — but there are several here that I’m going to have to do soon. Thanks for the reminder. Your tecipes are the absolute best!

  4. Thank you for reintroducing some of your recipes. I find something new each and every time. You inspire me to get into the kitchen and create. I just love good food!