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September 4, 2025 37 mins

Think from-scratch cooking is hard or takes too much time? The truth is, with a stocked pantry, a few simple substitutions, and some foundational kitchen skills, you can make healthy, homemade meals in less time than it takes to run to the store.

In this podcast, we're busting the top myths about from-scratch cooking and showing you how to: 

✅ Swap ingredients with easy substitutions (no last-minute store runs!)

✅ Make boxed food favorites from scratch—faster and healthier

✅ Save time with meal planning that actually fits your family 

✅ Reheat leftovers so they taste fresh and delicious

✅ Build a stocked pantry that makes dinner stress-free

You’ll see how learning just a handful of simple techniques can transform your kitchen, your budget, and your confidence as a home cook. From homemade cream-of-soup that takes four minutes to a DIY biscuit mix that beats Bisquick, cooking from scratch has never been easier.

👉 Want to go deeper? Join me for my FREE live training, “From-Scratch Cooking Made Easy,” on September 8th where I’ll share pantry staples, substitution secrets, and time-saving tips: https://melissaknorris.com/kitchen

Related Videos & Resources:

• Homemade Cream of Soup Substitute: https://melissaknorris.com/the-best-cream-of-soup-recipes-youll-ever-make/

• How to Meal Plan Without the Stress: https://melissaknorris.com/podcast/how-to-meal-plan-for-easy-healthy-meals-from-scratch/

• Homemade Biscuit Mix Recipe: https://melissaknorris.com/homemade-biscuit-mix/

✨ If you’re ready to ditch the boxes and serve your family nourishing meals every night—without the overwhelm—this podcast is for you!

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