D.I.Y. Au Jus dry mix for your pantry ~ Save Money, Live Better

beef bones

🥗Healthier: chicken bones

💰Cheaper: vegetable scraps

Chicken bones can provide a lighter broth, while vegetable scraps reduce costs.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol, while vinegar enhances flavor at a lower cost.

Add 4 tablespoons of beef bouillon to a pint-sized jar.

Add 4 tablespoons of corn starch to the jar.

Add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to the jar.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to the jar.

Add 4 teaspoons of onion powder to the jar.

Add 2 teaspoons of parsley to the jar.

Mix all ingredients in the jar by shaking it until combined.

To use the mix, add 5 teaspoons of the mix to 2 cups of water in a pan.

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium to medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.

Once boiling, reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 8-10 minutes until slightly thickened.

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