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“Ditch That” Series, Replacing Pantry Staples with Fresh Milled Flour Recipes

This Ditch That series is the order I replaced every pantry item and recipe in my kitchen when switching to using only fresh milled flour. When I first learned about the health benefits of Fresh Milled Flour, I wanted to throw everything in my pantry and fridge away that had store-bought flour in it. Then I remembered how frugal I was and decided to slow down and as I ran out of something, I wrote a recipe to replace it. You don’t have to make the transition over night, but here are a few recipes to help you along the way.

These recipes as well as the instructional videos and tips will help make cooking from scratch and using fresh milled flour just as convenient as the inferior short cuts and mixes. The health benefits of fresh milled flour and adding whole grains to your diet are so important to a well-rounded diet. Here are a few articles for you to check out:

Whole Grains: Mayo Clinic

Health Benefits of Fresh Milled Flour

If you’re new to fresh milled flour, here are a couple of posts to get you started!

Fresh milled flour and grain mill

How to get started milling your own flour

What is Fresh Milled Flour?

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The Full Line-up of Fresh Milled Flour Staples

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This image is of a stack of pancakes, light, golden brown. They are about 6 pancakes tall, stacked on a white plate.
Ditch That-Bisquick in Pancakes
You cannot go wrong with this recipes. It is simple for beginners, can use any grain and is one of my family’s favorites!
I love to make pre-measure the dry ingredients out and portion them into one recipe bags. Then, I freeze them! All I have to add is the milk, butter, eggs and vanilla and I have pancakes for a busy school-day breakfast!
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Waffle made with fresh milled flour stacked and side view
Ditch That-Bisquick in Waffles
Here are the waffles too!
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Sausage balls
Ditch That-Bisquick in Sausage Balls
These Sausage balls made with fresh milled flour, herbs and spices are the absolute best ones I’ve ever had! They are quick and easy and keep the kids full for hours. Definitely don’t skip this one when you are working to replace the Bisquick version in your menu planning lineup.
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Fresh Milled Hamburger buns piled on a cutting board
Ditch That-Store Bought Hamburger Buns
I have 2 go-to recipes when it comes to Hamburger and Hot dog buns. Classic yeast hamburger buns as well as my Cottage Cheese Hamburger buns that I make in the air fryer! Either of these are great options to replace the store-bought version that is made with bleached, enriched flour and a long list of additives and preservatives you may or may not be able to pronounce!
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Fresh Milled bread fanned out
Ditch That-Store Bought Bread
Most people who hear the awesome benefits of fresh milled flour likely want to start by replacing their loaf of sandwich bread. Here are 2 loaves I use for my weekly sandwich bread.
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Honey Butter Biscuits
Ditch That-Canned Biscuits
Everyone loves a good bisuit. Achieving that flaky, fluffy texture can often be a challenge. These biscuits are simple, the recipe forgiving and flavor unmatched. If you’re still adjusting to the flavor and texture of Fresh Milled Flour, this recipe is as close to conventional white flour as I’ve found.
This recipe uses Greek Yogurt (or Sour Cream) which helps hydrate the flour and add a creaminess to the texture.
I also sift my dry ingredients just to aerate the flour. I still add the Bran and germ back into the recipe, but this quick step will help your biscuits rise.
Also, COLD butter is the key. I pop my stick in the freezer while I gather my ingredients and mill my flour. I also let my flour cool off after milling, as it can be warm.
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Pizza Crust
Ditch That-Store Bought Pizza
I know the frozen pizzas are tempting, but with a few tricks, this recipe can be as quick and convenient. Not to mention way healthier!
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Videos of the “Ditch That” series recipes

I started this series when I realized how overwhelmed people were feeling about the transition to Fresh Milled Flour. I felt it too when I started. Truthfully, I was already making most things from scratch at home, but even just the thought of finding all new staple recipes using Fresh Milled Flour, when I had worked YEARS to perfect the onces I was using, was beyond overwhelming. It was honestly easier than I thought to switch my recipes over, but I think it is because I started with recipes written for Fresh Milled Flour first, and learned more about the grains and how they SHOULD look when the recipe is done right.

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Thank you!

Thank you so much for visiting my blog, I hope your family enjoys these recipes as much as my family does. If you make make any of my recipes, please share and tag me onInstagram orFacebook! Don’t hesitate to contact me with any question, chances are we will both learn something from us working through it together!

Happy Baking!

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With fresh milled flour, you can achieve a depth of flavor that store-bought flour simply cannot match.

A video resource for fresh milled flour

This was one of the first people I found and videos I watched. I have enjoyed everything Sue Becker puts out on her platforms.

  • When you start using fresh milled flour, you’ll appreciate the enhanced flavors and the difference it makes in your baking.
  • Fresh milled flour can be a game changer in achieving the perfect texture for your loaves and baked goods.
  • Incorporating fresh milled flour in your diet means you are choosing whole ingredients that are far superior to processed alternatives.
  • Integrating fresh milled flour into your meals can lead to improved well-being and satisfaction.
  • Ultimately, fresh milled flour offers a holistic approach to nutrition and culinary creativity.
  • Fresh milled flour encourages you to reconnect with your ingredients and embrace the art of baking.
  • Fresh milled flour is not just an ingredient; it is a gateway to better health and delicious meals.