Homemade
Editors at Reader's DigestHOME MADE
Make your own health and beauty supplies, pet food, pantry staples, and cleaning products, and hundreds of other household items - fast, fresh, and more naturally.
INCLUDING 375 RECIPES
**Benefits of Making at Home:**
- Superior quality compared to store-bought items.
- Complete knowledge of ingredients used.
- Customization to meet personal preferences.
**Saving Money:**
- Bypassing additional costs like manufacturing, packaging, and retailing.
**Healthier and Natural:**
- Homemade products are generally free from artificial additives and chemicals.
**Customisation and Flexibility:**
- Ability to adjust recipes to suit individual tastes and dietary needs.
**Reduced Waste:**
- Less packaging waste; reusing containers and making in batches to prevent spoilage.
**Environmental Impact:**
- Using gentler compounds and reducing damage to surfaces and drains.
**Creating Food Products at Home:**
- Provides recipes for various commonly purchased food items.
- Offers options for pantry stocking or quick homemade replacements.
- Encourages making foods usually bought prepared, saving money.
**Kitchen Setup:**
- Not reliant on a large kitchen or excessive equipment.
- Lists useful tools for easier and smoother kitchen work.