Frugal Pantry addition: Saltine or Butter Crackers

I'll bet you always knew that simple crackers can be used for more than adding sharp cheddar cheese and sweet mustard, or peanut butter, for an impromptu snack.... Here are 10 more ways to creatively use this must-have pantry gem:

SALTINE CRACKERS

Cracker Fudge from Nora Davenport

Savory Salmon Cracker Pie by Sonia V.

Cheese and Cracker Casserole (this recipe is 100+ years old) by Stephanie G.

Dad's 15 Bean Soup with Saltine Crackers by Shannon W.

Chocolate Soda Cracker Candy by Patti W.

BUTTER CRACKERS (Ritz is one brand)

Ritz Cracker Stuffing by Leanarda S.

Mock Apple Pie by Ann J.

Tilapia with Crunchy Herb Topping over Angel Hair pasta by Shannon W.

Kraft's Speedy Tuna "Casserole" by Shannon W.

Salami, Colby and Stuffed Olive Hors d'Oeuvres by Joseph R.

Can you think of others? Feel free to include links to recipes in your comments!

Comments: 31

Author/Poet Jackie Stroud-Painter Dec 10, 2008, 6:43pm EST

Some great things!

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Chris E. Dec 10, 2008, 6:46pm EST

Interesting ideas!

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☆ ƒåitĥ ☆ Dec 10, 2008, 6:47pm EST

Holy moly, Jennifer. I'm loving your new group!

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j - Frugal Mom - r. Dec 10, 2008, 7:03pm EST

I actually have both in my "pantry".

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Bridget ♥ Dec 10, 2008, 7:04pm EST

I have both

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J W. Dec 10, 2008, 7:11pm EST

good ideas

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Michelle W. Dec 10, 2008, 7:15pm EST

Sounds wonderful.

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Leah Christensen Dec 10, 2008, 7:16pm EST

Thanks for posting this. My husband and I did our groccery shopping today, and bought a BIIIIIIG box of mixed crackers, of all kinds. We also bought four different kinds of dips to eat with them for snacks and stuff, along with sharp cheddar, and brie cheese.

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Palmer S. Dec 10, 2008, 7:28pm EST

Paying it forward!!!

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Ang, inspired by good, G. Dec 10, 2008, 7:36pm EST

Thanks for sharing. I will have to check some of these out, later when I have more time.

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Heather ~of the Whippets~ M. Dec 10, 2008, 7:37pm EST

Thanks for the links to all of these recipes.

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Ms. Meacham: Money Maven Dec 10, 2008, 9:05pm EST

Great to see you all here. Hopefully this list will help the next time you see a special on items that later may just save the day! ; )

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LaRue B. Dec 10, 2008, 10:34pm EST

Thanks! I love making things with crackers, especially cracker cookies!

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Jenna is around here somewhere s. Dec 11, 2008, 9:07am EST

Neat,I have many types of crackers in the cupboard

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donna h. Dec 11, 2008, 9:28am EST

I had some Ritz Crackers last night about 3 am!!

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Carrieanne L. Dec 11, 2008, 10:33am EST

I never would have guessed you could make so much with crackers as an ingredient.. the cracker fudge sounds a bit crazy, but fun to make. I'll have to give some of these a try!

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J F. Dec 11, 2008, 10:43am EST

Thanks.

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APE 131313 Dec 11, 2008, 6:00pm EST

Checking the recipes out now.

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Ms. Meacham: Money Maven Dec 12, 2008, 1:01am EST

I'm with you Carrieanne. Worth a shot! ; )

Donna, a girl after my own heart. (I think I was doing the same right about then!)

Right on APE.

My pleasure J F.

Jenna, ahh, you put my cracker stock to shame with your "many types." Do tell....

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☀ Aunt Shanny Dec 16, 2008, 10:02am EST

Saltines are a MUST in meatloaves and hobo packs.

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☀ Aunt Shanny Dec 16, 2008, 10:02am EST

They are great in pea soup, too!

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Ms. Meacham: Money Maven Dec 16, 2008, 5:30pm EST

Great tips Shannon (i.e. The Queen of Crackers ; ). Everyone, here's a link to Shannon's recent Kicked-Up Chipotle Meatloaf recipe. Saltines are a must-have ingredient for this one as well.

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Connie C. Dec 19, 2008, 9:35pm EST

We have been trying to not purchase many groceries these days. We are using more veggies that we have raised. I make a lot of homemade bread because I grind my own wheat. It is healthier and has much more nutritional value when freshly ground.

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Janell R. Dec 29, 2008, 2:29pm EST

Great ideas here. Thanks!

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Ms. Meacham: Money Maven Dec 29, 2008, 4:30pm EST

There's just nothing like homemade, freshly ground wheat bread Connie! What a treat thanks to your additional handiwork.

Thanks Janell. Have a good one!

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Ms. Meacham: Money Maven Dec 29, 2008, 4:31pm EST

P.S. Connie, where to you pick up your whole grain wheat for grinding at home?

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Beth - Doing God's work Daily J. Jan 3, 2009, 7:08am EST

Thanks for the Ideas.

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Selene N. Jan 18, 2009, 5:19am EST

They used to be 99 cents a box... these days they are ON SALE for $2.... Sigh.

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Laura Logan Feb 20, 2009, 8:31am EST

Thank you for the ideas.

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Palmer B. May 3, 2009, 9:27pm EDT

cracker fudge? Ok, I'm interested. I once thought about making my own crackers because the store was out and I wanted some really badly. Never did it, but I wonder if they come out okay.

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Ms. Meacham: Money Maven May 3, 2009, 10:09pm EDT

I tried making crackers once, and they turned out to thick and hard rather than thin and crunchy. But it's worth a shot for the price of a small amount of flour and a few extras....

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