Thursday, September 30, 2010

Brown Family Farm All Natural Apple Cinnamon Pancake Mix, 24-Ounce Bags (Pack of 6) Review


I went and made a pancake breakfast for my friends, and we all seemed to like it, although I picked out a few details. Also, I would have given 3.5 stars if that was a choice.

FLAVOR: has just a bit of a hint of cinnamon that's easily smelled and tasted, but isn't quite that heavy. The apple taste is almost nonexistent though. Furthermore, there's a LOT of salt in this mix (in the form of baking powder), and you can really taste it. Flavor can be summed up as quite good, not too bad.

APPEARANCE: BROWN. Be aware that your pancakes will not be those golden Denny's-style pancakes that you're used to, but brown-tinted.

TEXTURE: Rises quite well, just enough fluff to it, but I highly suggest adding more butter to the batter, as they're a bit on the "dry" side.

Also, I think that adding applesauce to the batter could be interesting--let me know the results of your experimentation!Get more detail about Brown Family Farm All Natural Apple Cinnamon Pancake Mix, 24-Ounce Bags (Pack of 6).

OrgraN Alternative Grain Wholemeal Bread Mix, 15.8-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 8) Top Quality


My husband is gluten-free and we are thrilled that we came across this bread mix. It is very easy to use! We have made many, many loaves of bread and it comes out great every time. We have even used it to make a pizza crust by adding a little bit of extra rice flour and then rolling it out after it has risen. The texture of the loaf is really nice - easy to cut. It can be used for sandwiches or toast. Highly recommended!Get more detail about OrgraN Alternative Grain Wholemeal Bread Mix, 15.8-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 8).

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Hodgson Mills Gluten Free Chocolate Cake Mix, 15-Ounce Units (Pack of 6) This instant


You'll need a cup of buttermilk, almond and vanilla extract, eggs, and butter to prepare this, which is a little more than regular gluten containing cake mix. The batter is thick and must be smeared onto cake pan, not poured. But the end product is worth it! Cake was moist and delicious. I've never had gluten free cake taste exactly like the real thing. Very happy I bought a 6 pack!Get more detail about Hodgson Mills Gluten Free Chocolate Cake Mix, 15-Ounce Units (Pack of 6).

123 Gluten Free Devilishly Decadent Brownie Mix, 30.56-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 2) Immediately


I made these for a gluten-free friend after she broke her ankle. After she tasted them, she professed her undying love for me and these brownies. I tried them too - they were wonderful! Very rich and chocolatey without the chalky taste gluten-free baked goods have sometimes. I highly recommend this brownie mix!Get more detail about 123 Gluten Free Devilishly Decadent Brownie Mix, 30.56-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 2).

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Australis Foods Something Good Super Grain Bread Mix, 14.1 oz. Boxes (Pack of 4) Best Quality


This is pretty good gluten free bread mix. WAY better than Bob's red mill, in my opinion. It bakes up a light fluffy loaf, easy to slice. It is NOT course and crumbly, but is perfectly light and moist. The taste is pretty good too. I actually thought it was ok plain, and enjoyed it with honey untoasted. I bet it is great toasted for PBJs. It does have a little bit of a grainy taste, and you can taste the lentils and sunflower seeds, so it it not like traditional bread, but still pretty tasty!Get more detail about Australis Foods Something Good Super Grain Bread Mix, 14.1 oz. Boxes (Pack of 4).

JELL-O Whip'n Chill Chocolate Mousse Mix, 15-Ounce Packages (Pack of 8) Get it now!


My Grandma made Whip 'n Chill for me and my brothers when we came to visit them back in the late 60's and early 70's. This is the same stuff, same taste and everything!! It comes in institutional 15 oz. pouches, so I divided it in half and mixed it with 2 cups of water and that taste brought me back to when I was a kid!!!Get more detail about JELL-O Whip'n Chill Chocolate Mousse Mix, 15-Ounce Packages (Pack of 8).

Monday, September 27, 2010

123 Gluten Free Divinely Decadent Brownie Mix, 24.5-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3) Order Now


Since going gluten free, I have tried several gluten free brownie mixes, and many of them had a strange texture or tasted fake in some way. This brand is by far the best. The brownies are moist and have a rich chocolate flavor. The texture is just like regular brownies. I added the optional chocolate chips which made them even richer. I have found the perfect gluten free brownie and will definitely buy this mix again.Get more detail about 123 Gluten Free Divinely Decadent Brownie Mix, 24.5-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3).

Sunday, September 26, 2010

Pamela's Products Chocolate Cake Mix, 25-Pound Bag Decide Now


Easy to work with - very forgiving ingredients (for gluten-free) and always turns out amazing!Get more detail about Pamela's Products Chocolate Cake Mix, 25-Pound Bag.

OrgraN Stonemilled Buckwheat Pancake Mix, 13.2-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 8) Right now


It has been many years since I last tasted Buckwheat pancakes. What I recall is a strong flavor of buckwheat. I couldn't detect any unusual flavor is this mix! It tasted "neutral"? To be fair, the buckwheat flavor I remember may be limited to the brand I used years ago. Perhaps the Orgran Stonemilled Buckwheat Pancake Mix is more normal? I don't know - but I was disappointed with it.Get more detail about OrgraN Stonemilled Buckwheat Pancake Mix, 13.2-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 8).

Saturday, September 25, 2010

Lowest Price Dean Jacobs Cappuccino Cupcake Mix - Latte Frosting, 20.7-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3)


The cake part of these cupcakes is AWESOME. They are very, very tender and moist, with a subtle coffee flavor. The icing is just okay. However, when you add unsweetened cocoa powder to the mix, it turns into mocha latte icing, which is also fabulous! These cupcakes are the favorites of Naricyn String Quartet! They are quite costly on this site, however...Get more detail about Dean Jacobs Cappuccino Cupcake Mix - Latte Frosting, 20.7-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3).

Low Price MANISCHEWITZ Matzo Ball Mix, 5-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 8)


I just started making Vegetarian dishes with the help of the books "Vegan with a Vengance" and "Veganomicon" and this one was lil hard to do but it's worth it. The mix is a little salty so don't put too much salt and pepper into it when making them.Get more detail about MANISCHEWITZ Matzo Ball Mix, 5-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 8).

Thursday, September 23, 2010

Cheapest Caraway Rye Bread Mix with Soy


I ordered this thinking caraway was something else. No matter..I put the ingredients into the machine and just for good measure I threw in 1/2 cup of sweetened cranberries.
I was surprised when that huge beautiful loaf came out and I tasted it. A hint of sweet cranberries to go with the caraway...caraway reminds me of pine needles. I thought it was not going to be eaten. I had guests over the next day and I had them try it. It was a hit! The whole loaf disappeared in nothing flat. Some of the best inventions happen by accident or by ignorance. (yep, thats me,,just ask my EX)
I made another loaf, (i had 3 boxes of the caraway mix) this time without cranberries, and it came out as it should. It too was good. I would buy this again. As you can tell, I'm no fan of plain white bread. I love adding extras. This bread machine has turned out to be a lot more fun than I thought.
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Cheap Birds Custard Powder 300g (Case of 6)


This is the easiest and best custard I have ever made. I highly recommend it!Get more detail about Birds Custard Powder 300g (Case of 6).

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Purchase Duncan Hines 100% Whole Grain Bakery Style Muffin Mix, Blueberry Streusel, 24 oz (Pack of 10)


I bought these thinking it was the "old" recipe. This new "whole grain" streusel recipe is a flop. How these muffins made it out of the test kitchen is beyond me. I couldn't throw these things out fast enough. Yuck!Get more detail about Duncan Hines 100% Whole Grain Bakery Style Muffin Mix, Blueberry Streusel, 24 oz (Pack of 10).

Order Ghirardelli Chocolate Triple Chocolate Semi-Sweet Milk, Bittersweet Brownie M


If you love thick, chewy, rich chocolate brownies, these are the ones for you. The chocolate is rich, but not overwhelming and they are somewhat cake-like and thick, and are nicely chewy without being gooey. Interspersed throughout the mix is a nice balance of semi-sweet, bittersweet and milk chocolate bits and the whole thing is so yummy, you aren't even aware of what flavor of chips you're eating, in case one of those is not your favorite chocolate. It's that good. The box makes 6 batches, and that's 6 individual packs of mix, so it'll keep you supplied with brownies for a while. If you're going to go with a mix, this is the one to get.Get more detail about Ghirardelli Chocolate Triple Chocolate Semi-Sweet Milk, Bittersweet Brownie M.

Saturday, September 18, 2010

Friday, September 17, 2010

Betty Crocker Premium Muffin Mix, Banana Nut, 15.5-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12) Review


The recepie on the box does not produce good muffin. You need to add egg to make it good.Get more detail about Betty Crocker Premium Muffin Mix, Banana Nut, 15.5-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12).

Dassant American Pie Applesauce Cake Mix, 16 Ounce Boxes (Pack of 6) Top Quality


I loved this. I used butter for the oil, and added raisins and walnuts (one handful each- I'm too lazy to measure). It was fantastic. I realize it would not be too hard to actually make the whole thing myself- but I'm busy. I work and I've got kids, so to be able to pull out a mix and have it taste like home- made is great. I don't even measure the apple sauce. I just use two of the organic apple sauce cups I send in my kids' lunches. That's slightly less than one cup, but I don't care- it's easy and the cake comes out perfectly.Get more detail about Dassant American Pie Applesauce Cake Mix, 16 Ounce Boxes (Pack of 6).

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Nordic Ware Original Caramel Apple Spice Bundt Mix This instant


After reading glowing reviews here, I ordered 3 different bundt cakes. Today I made the streusel. Adding 3 eggs and a stick and half of butter, I don't consider this a mix! I was careful with directions, tested it with a toothpick. Cake looked good, but it is dry and not very tasty. Something is missing - flavor.

I'll have to doctor up the remaining cake "mixes", as it is too late to return them.Get more detail about Nordic Ware Original Caramel Apple Spice Bundt Mix.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Betty Crocker Cookie Mix, Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip, 17.5-Ounce Pouches (Pack of 12) Best Quality


This cookie mix is not often found in grocery stores, so buying it here with Amazon Prime is a great price for a hard-to-find item. These cookies are consistently tasty and of course the chocolate and peanut butter go together so well! The mix can also be used for bar cookies, so buying this quantity is great for having a quick mix on hand to whip up cookies or bars on short notice. These packages are close to $3.00 apiece in stores, so grab these here for a great heckuva deal! We love 'em and think you will too!Get more detail about Betty Crocker Cookie Mix, Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip, 17.5-Ounce Pouches (Pack of 12).

Simply Organic Chai Spice Scone Mix, Certified Organic, Fair Trade Certified™, 10.0 Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3) Get it now!


The flavor was okay, but the texture was very grainy. While eating this scone, I felt as if I had a mouthful of sand. I wouldn't buy this again.Get more detail about Simply Organic Chai Spice Scone Mix, Certified Organic, Fair Trade Certified™, 10.0 Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3).

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Dr. Oetker Classic Crème Brulee Desert Mix 3.7 oz Buy Now


This Creme Brulee is as good as any homemade! Why bother with homemade when you can get just as delicious from a box! Easier to make too!Get more detail about Dr. Oetker Classic Crème Brulee Desert Mix 3.7 oz.

Betty Crocker Cookie Mix, Oatmeal, 17.5-Ounce Pouches (Pack of 12) Order Now


Growing up, my mom always made oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, but at some point, the recipe was lost, and I was never able to replicate them with other recipes I found. Betty Crocker's oatmeal cookie mix replicates them perfectly, and the secret ingredient in this mix is CINNAMON. BC's Oatmeal Chocolate Chip mix doesn't have cinnamon in it, so I use this Oatmeal cookie mix instead and add 3/4 cup chocolate chips to it. They are so good! My husband, siblings, and parents all devour these cookies. Amazon's price is the best, better than my local grocery store.

** UPDATE ** I thought I'd try making these cookies as bar cookies, rather than scooping and dropping onto a cookie sheet. I used an 8x8 square Pyrex pan, kept the temperature the same, but baked for 23-25 minutes. I personally didn't think they were done, too much still like cookie dough in the middle, but my husband liked them and ate the entire pan, without getting sick, I might add. This is something I just thought those of you might want to know, in case you were thinking of making these as bar cookies. I'll use a 9x13 pan next time, I think they'd come out great.Get more detail about Betty Crocker Cookie Mix, Oatmeal, 17.5-Ounce Pouches (Pack of 12).

Sunday, September 12, 2010

Lowest Price Calorie Control Chocolate Cheesecake Mix


I am a diabetic, hence must watch my diet. I recently bought, directly from the eDietshop website, the chocolate cheesecake mix. Simply wonderful. No sugar, almost fat-free, 60 calories per half-cup, very creamy texture, very satisfying. My wife (not diabetic) also loves it. Thus far I simply mix together the mix and milk, pour into individual serving cups, and refrigerate for a bit.

If you love Cool Whip, get the Calorie Control Whipped topping. 8 calories per serving (2 tablespoons), no sugar, fat-free, etc. Easy to make (I had been making it with milk, which makes it 12 calories per serving, but recently decided to simply make it with water, as directions suggest, and found it still is great and creamy). Anyway, add this whipped topping to your chocolate cheesecake and you have a wonderfully satisfying desert for well under 100 calories.Get more detail about Calorie Control Chocolate Cheesecake Mix.

Low Price Betty Crocker Supreme Brownie Mix, Original Supreme, 22.5-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)[Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging]


Our family loves these brownies so we order them by the case. They always turn out moist and chewy. My 13 year old son makes these for our family as his personal specialty. He loves to add a few chocolate chips to the mix and when he wants to please Mom he adds a sprinkling of pecan pieces to the top. Just as yummy the next day too.Get more detail about Betty Crocker Supreme Brownie Mix, Original Supreme, 22.5-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)[Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging].

Friday, September 10, 2010

Cheapest Microwave Hamburger Bun Mix Refill GF


This mix makes great hamburger buns. It is very easy to use. Also, you only make one at a time so you eat it fresh, then make another one the next time. With a lot of mixes you make it and then have a lot to freeze.Get more detail about Microwave Hamburger Bun Mix Refill GF.

Cheap Jiffy Fudge Brny Mix 24ct


These brownies are amazing. I haven't bought them off amazon.com but I buy them regularly. They are <$1 in grocery stores and 1 box is enough for a 9x5 square pan. They are no frills brownies but that doesn't mean they are no taste! 5/5

Sadly, these brownies are NOT sold in east Texas so I might start buying them here...Get more detail about Jiffy Fudge Brny Mix 24ct.

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Buying Betty Crocker Low Fat Fudge Brownie Mix, 20.5-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)


I have been loyally making only this variety of brownie for several years but can no longer get the mix from local grocery stores, so I buy it here in bulk. I always get compliments - I bring them to practically every function - and nobody can ever guess that they're low-fat. The only down side is that it's easy to eat more because they're so delicious and you tend to justify that they're better for you!Get more detail about Betty Crocker Low Fat Fudge Brownie Mix, 20.5-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12).

Buy Martha's Gingerbread Pancake Mix (Large 2lb Mix)


These are the best pancakes ever. Not too sweet and not overpowering. I know they are good with fruit but I love them with honey. If you like pancakes at all you have got to try these, simply heaven.Get more detail about Martha's Gingerbread Pancake Mix (Large 2lb Mix).

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Where To Buy Great Lakes Unflavored Gelatin Sheets


This particular item is not kosher, if you take a close look to the picture you will notice that kosher is not writen on it. it also mentions that it's a porcine gelatin, which is pig gelatine.
How ever there is a Kosher gelatine listed on Amazone but it's more expensive than that item, $19.95 I believe. and you can see on the picture that it's a kosher beef gelatin.Get more detail about Great Lakes Unflavored Gelatin Sheets.

Shop For Organic Soft Pretzel Mix


Great product. Easy for dad to make with his bread machine. Price is too high though. Would love to get it in bulk!Get more detail about Organic Soft Pretzel Mix.

Monday, September 6, 2010

Whole Wheat Wild Blueberry Muffin Mix


Very tasty.Especially good if you are a diabetic and looking for low carbs and good fiber.Get more detail about Whole Wheat Wild Blueberry Muffin Mix.

Jell-O No-Bake Real Cheesecake Dessert, 11.1-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12) Review


This is great for a quick, easy, versatile dessert when you don't want to heat up the oven. Although it doesn't taste exactly like cheesecake, it's a pretty good cheesecake-like dessert for the price. I like to make the mini-cheesecakes suggested on the box and top them with fruit. One note of caution: Amazon's cost per box is a little high. In this pack of 12, each box of mix costs about $2.30, but a box costs around $1.80 in my local Target. So, I recommend this product, and I suggest buying it at a local store.Get more detail about Jell-O No-Bake Real Cheesecake Dessert, 11.1-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12).

Sunday, September 5, 2010

Dark Vanilla Cake Mix - 14 oz - Powder Top Quality


I have been eating and feeding my family gluten free for 1.5 years. I've yet to find a vanilla cake mix that I would buy regularly. (For chocolate cake mix, it's Pamela's all the way. My kids and hubby like chocolate, but I'm not a fan. Hence, the continued search.) This is the best I've found so far. No grainy texture, not dry and dense. It has a nice flavor, but it's a little bit more than vanilla alone, although words fail me at the minute to describe it accurately. If I could end my search for cake mix, I'd give it 5 stars. Still, this is the one I will stick with for now. Just so you know - I use mixes so (1) I can whip up birthday and Valentine's cakes and the like and (2) I can make cupcakes, so I have something to eat on the rush to work (can't just buy a muffin anywhere to go with my coffee!) or send in the kids' lunch boxes. (One of my two sons must also eat gluten free.) For me, this mix made 10 cupcakes in the oversize muffin tin using cupcake liners.

Pros: good taste & texture; soft quality, good flavor

Cons: must cream butter and sugar in this recipe - so you can't just open the box & start baking; you have to soften your butter first, and have eggs at room temp. (For the eggs, I just take them straight out of the refrigerator and sit them in warm water for a couple of minutes. But I've not figured out how to soften butter except the regular way.)Get more detail about Dark Vanilla Cake Mix - 14 oz - Powder.

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin Mix, Gluten Free This instant


I am a recent GF gal and have been yearning for baked goods. I tried this and its every bit as good as the real thing. My family ate the rest before I could freeze them for me! I am buying many more.Get more detail about Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin Mix, Gluten Free.

Friday, September 3, 2010

Maple Grove Farms Organics Buckwheat Pancake and Waffle Mix, Flavored with Honey, 16-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 8) Buy Now


I've had good buckwheat pancakes before from the mix. After moving to a more rural area, this is what they had in the store so I picked up some. The "organic" label made it look more genuine.

However, when I started making it, we noticed that the cooked product was awfully light in color and simply didn't have that buckwheat flavor. We looked at the ingredients on the box, and while it lists buckwheat as an ingredient, regular wheat flour is in fact the main ingredient. Buttermilk was also listed on there.

Now, I'm not sure if wheat is usually the main ingredient on buckwheat mixes, but this tastes like they really cut it down and just wanted to make a buck off the name.

Very sad. They make acceptable regular pancakes, but a good buckwheat pancake it does not.Get more detail about Maple Grove Farms Organics Buckwheat Pancake and Waffle Mix, Flavored with Honey, 16-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 8).

Thursday, September 2, 2010

OrgraN Muffin Mix, Lemon Poppy Seed, 13.2-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 8) Order Now


When the muffins are baked according to the package directions, my son gives these muffins 4 stars, I give them 2 stars, so I averaged it out to 3, but they are much, much improved with the following adjustments:
ADD
--one cup of soy protein powder (mix it in with the dry ingredients with a fork before adding the wet ingredients--this adds nice weight to the muffins and makes them a more balanced breakfast
--sprinkle in just a little extra sugar to get rid of that acetic lemon attribute (it tastes like baking powder) and to make up for the soy protein (which is not sweet)
--one cup of cinnamon applesauce (mixed with your wet ingredients first) to make up for the dry ingredients above
--1 banana to add weight and texture to the muffins so that they feel like muffins and not cake in your mouth--it also tones down the acetic lemon bite
--use the recipe on the box that calls for oil and water not just water, and add a little extra oil if needed to mix the ingredients
--bake at 375 in a convection oven for 22+ minutes (you will need to bake the muffins for quite a few minutes longer than indicated on the box........for a regular oven you could keep it at 400.)
I hope that helps! I would welcome any other baking suggestions for these muffins, since I have 3 more boxes to use..........
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Iveta Gourmet Scone Mix, Blueberry, 10.2-Ounce Units (Pack of 4) Decide Now


Had these scones for the first time at my mother-in-law's house. She made them with my girls. They are so easy to make and really good. Not as firm and dense as traditional English scones, but that's ok, I have no preference, and I don't think the girls would have liked a denser scone anyway. There are a ton of flavors and making them couldn't be easier. These make a nice gift too when you need just a little something.
(And buying them in 4-packs here on Amazon gives a nice little discount.)Get more detail about Iveta Gourmet Scone Mix, Blueberry, 10.2-Ounce Units (Pack of 4).