Several years back I had a favorite white bread recipe. I used bread flour for it and it was so very good. I had tried several wheat bread recipes and I always ended up with bricks, even when the recipe professed to be different. Then a friend told me about your site. It was the older site, before you separated and created Simply Living Smart. I started using your recipes then. AMAZING! Is he only way I know how to describe them. Suddenly, I had a wheat bread that was easy and simple to do, that turns or every time and, incredibly, everyone in my home will eat. My husband asked me to make "good old white bread" a few weeks ago. I thought "oh no, I finally have our kids loving wheat bread and now us wants to remind them about white bread.". I made it for him. Everyone had a slice. My kids all asked me why he bread tasted so funny. And couldn't I have made "real" bread. Thank you! I love the inspiration that you give to me to not be afraid to "start from scratch". I tell people all the time about you and your website. Thank you so much. Brandy Larsen

Brandy Larsen, USA

Anitra, You have always made me feel so special being a part of you SLS family. This is so nice of you. Your classes are so much fun and the food you make looks so delicious. Thank you for a wonderful year. From our family to yours, Have a very Merry Christmas. I am so glad I was blessed in finding your web sight. You have done so much to my food storage, with all your great ideas. Thank you

Alinda, Montana

Review: WOW! Grinding my own wheat has always intimidated me but for the rest of my life I'll never do anything else! This Wondermill is AWESOME! I've made Anitra's incredible Ezekiel's bread using her mix and some of my stored wheat and my family devoured 3 loaves in as many days. I'm making bread every week from now on! Thanks Anitra!

Anne Diehl, USA

Dear Anitra, Today I had the time of my life! I signed up for your pie making class and had so much fun! You have an incredible way of not only teaching whatever the subject is but you also have an unique way of making everyone feel so comfortable and welcome in your home. Anyone lucky enough to be able to learn from you and consider you a friend is indeed better just from knowing you! Keep up the great work...I think you're awesome!

Anne Diehl, USA

Hello Anitra, I know you probably get hundreds of emails daily, but I just had to write. Yesterday I watched the cooking class with Chef Brad. It was AWESOME! You two work really well together with your different styles. The presentation comes off great! I learned so many things and am so excited to try the wonder flour and several recipes from the e-book. Thank you for continuing to do such great classes and especially for those of us who live far away. Live video is so much fun and so much more informative that reading a transcript. I really appreciate your enthusiasm. You are truly inspiring! Thanks again,

Michelle, USA

Anita;, You really "walk your talk" and I appreciate you immensely. You reply was factual and non judgmental. Thank you. My husband and I have talked the situation over and decided that having me do more cooking will be more beneficial than any damage from the nonstick finish. At our ages damage would probably be minimal anyway. We are keeping the pressure cooker. Today I will start using it to cook a lot more than I have for the past year. I have been buying organic deli food from our wonderful local store New Seasons, but we need to save money and this will be a major way to do that. Thank you for being such an honorable person! patti

Patti, usa

I made your wheat bread for the first time last week with the help of my 6 & 11yr. old daughters. We watched your video, gathered our equipment and ingredients and we were off! The girls were so enthusiastic about it and even pretended to be you-acting as if they were giving a demonstration. The whole time I was nervous. I thought that I had added too much flour and overbaked the bread, but to my delighted surprise it turned out perfect and so delicious! The best part-my kids loved it and said it was better than any store bought bread!! Yahoo!! Thanks Anitra!!

Elizabeth W., Salt Lake City, UT

I just had to tell you that tonight when my son was saying his prayers he said, "I am thankful for Anitra because she taught my mom how to cook!" How cute is that? Thank you for helping me become a better mom!

Teresa, Utah

Anitra, I had to share with you that I made my family our first meal with the Wonderbox nests. I used your recipe for cream of barley soup and it was AMAZING!!! The whole family just LOVED it and I loved getting it started, putting it in my Wonderbox and being able to leave to run errands without worrying about it burning or using energy. I am so excited to incorporate this into my other cooking methods and make this a part of our "new normal" which includes (attempted organization) eating/rotating our food storage and living a much healthier, frugal way. Thank you so much and God bless you for your web site, your products, recipes and on-line videos!! I am so sad that I am not able to attend your live classes and I hope that you plan to record them and post them on-line for those of us so very far away!! I pray you are well and that you continue to feel a leading to educate the rest of us!!

Cheryl H., MO

There will always be some projects to work on here and there in the home, but today, because everything is so well ordered, I actually popped in the oven three loaves of your oatmeal molasses bread for dinner tonight. It feels so good to be unencumbered ..... I'm now able to take my energies and do OTHER things, like make bread on a whim and not feel stressed about it. So nice to apply my energies to the NEXT level..because now my life feels organized!

Marion S., Utah

Anitra has multiple ways to assist you. She teaches wonderful classes in her home on Saturdays and is also available to come do private work with you in your home. Anitra is full of ideas from home organization, using legumes, dairy, wheat, alternate grains, freezing and dehydrating, ordering fresh spices, etc. etc. etc. She helped me get food storage items ordered, containers ordered and help with specific areas in my home. Kitchen food storage, office storage, craft room and laundry room storage. She is amazingly enthusiastic, helpful, quick and professional. I heartily recommend her classes. You will learn something valuable with every interaction. Check her out, she is a whirling dervish and would run the ever-ready-battery-bunny into the ground - no kidding. Anitra has helped my sister-in-law in St. Louis, my friends here in my neighborhood, and I know she could help you.

Marion S., Utah

I feel much more confident in making bread, thanks to you, Anitra.

JoAnne, UT

The progress I've made since finding Simply Living Smart is amazing! Just within the last three months, I've built the most incredible food storage. I have at least a 3-4 month food storage and still adding. I bought wheat for the first time as well as a grinder. I have dried fruits and vegetables, and dairy products in my food storage. I actually know now how to cook with powdered eggs, and I don't look at food the same way. Hardly ever now do I buy processed foods. Most everything I make is from scratch, and the food is so much tastier and healthier. I traded groudn beef for ground turkey (love your turkey burgers!). I make my own bread, pita, tortillas, and crackers. I'm getting used to wheat flour (I'm a white flour girl). I find myself eating things I've never even heard of until I found your site--Quinoa for example. I've actually gone through my recipe books ant taken out quite a few recipes that I'm just not going to eat anymore. Not that they were bad, but I can certainly make better choices now that you've taught me how. Thanks Anitra--you're changing my life!

Kara, Texas

Bringing the food storage from the basement to the table has been an inspiration and a real success story for my family. I love living organized and healthy.

Maureen, Canada

I am using my food storage because I can "see it" in my kitchen pantry. I'm making weekly menu plans. My food storage is more accessible to me and my children with gamma lids and labeled containers. I feel more in control of my food expenses, thanks to what you're teaching me. All of the work in organizing my home is paying off. I am at full capacity as a mother and wife, however, I feel my capacity to be on top of things is vastly improved because of the order in my home. From one mother to another, Anitra, thank you for your inspiration.

Kendra, MI

I'm on fire! I love this site! Let me share the progress I'm making...I'm sprouting regularly, use beans more frequently, and I make whole grain breads regularly. In fact I share them with friends, neighbors, and work associates. I'm sharing your website with everyone I know.

Melissa, ID

My main reason for initially attending your classes was to learn to use my food storage in the case of an emergency. However, I quickly learned this would become a life altering change for my family's health and budget. Since attending your first class, I am so excited to use my food storage not because I "should" but because it's a blessing in disguise. So many people are intimidated to use their food storage, but I know once one dives into it, the process is amazing and well worth the effort. I have learned so much from you, Anitra--thank you! You are life changing, and I am evidence that your efforts have a huge rippling effect.

Karleen, UT

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I learn something new every time I visit your site. You're a great example.

Darci, FL

I love the creativity of your classes. I love the diversity and the research you do to give a well rounded picture and make it all so attractive.

Holly, CA

I have made INCREDIBLE progress since discovering your site, Anitra. To begin with, our family is eating healthier than they have ever done before. Also, we are using ALL of our food storage instead of keeping it packed away for a rainy day. I have been amazed at how easy it was to change my family's eating habits--they actually LOVE quinoa, whole wheat bread, beans, and all that I have been taught through SLS! I now sprout my own wheat grass and sprouts, make my own bread, cook from scratch almost completely and my storage room has little of the old boxed mixes that it used to have for dinnertime! Most of all, as the biggest testimonial, my husband retired from the military 3 months ago, and we have half the income that we used to have and we haven't changed the way that we are eating AT ALL!!!. SLS came along just at the right time to get me prepared for what was coming. I couldn't be happier.

Michelle, MT

I have been using Simply Living Smart for quite some time now and love it. I especially love the videos that show easy ways I can use food storage in my every day cooking. I started making yogurt because of SLS and use it almost every day for several things such as smoothies, in place of sour cream, mixed with honey for breakfast, or mixed with homemade granola and frozen berries. Thank you for all you do!

Sarah, Canada

This site is amazing--I have implemented many things that felt overwhelming for me at first. We have been able to save money by making more from scratch, and have found that they are not only healthier but more flavorful. The biggest difference has been that things that I once thought overwhelming are now fun and simple. Thank you.

Mellonie, NV

I love my pressure cooker. Anitra, I can't believe the difference this is making in my dinner time schedule.

Nadira, LA

I did an in-home demonstration on bread. Just simple. Anitra's whole wheat bread and her cinnamon rolls. I have had ladies go home and make theirs and they have LOVED it!!! They keep asking me to teach them more...what now? This website has made homemaking fun. I have never before liked cooking, and now, I'm addicted.

Caroline, MA

I love the information on this site. From Solar Ovens to pressure cooking, and from sprouting to homemade pantry mixes, I'm simply overwhelmed by the amount of information that I can find all in one site. Thank you.

Conrad, TX

My family loves the yogurt you taught me how to make and since your tutorial I've been making bread. I have made several of your other recipes with great applause and success. Keep bringing more!

Sharon, AK

Your classes have given me inspiration and a lot of knowledge. I wish I could come live with you for a month and just immerse myself in all the knowledge you have to share!

Rebecca, CA

Since discovering Simply Living Smart, I have started to dehydrate everything I can get my hands on and putting them to good use. I also am learning to use my pressure cooker, and love the recipes you've shared. I look forward to your newsletters each week, and love to share the information with others.

Dawn, NY

Anitra, where can I go to buy some of your enthusiasm? I so appreciate your encouragement you give, and get excited to try new things.

Louise, Canada

Since I've discovered this site, I use food storage in at least one meal each day, but usually multiple meals. It as helped with my grocery budget and I feel better about being obedient and having food stored.

Cheryl, MO

I love your site! I've learned that storing food doesn't have to mean buying a bunch of stuff and sticking it in the basement. My husband is so grateful.

Emmie, PA

I am learning so much from Simply Living Smart. We are much more prepared for emergencies, thanks to your encouragement, and I find I can actually locate quickly what I need because you've taught me how to become more organized. Thanks, Anitra.

Isabella, ID

I'm learning so much from your organizing book. One of my favorites is the section on prepping foods when you come home from the grocery store. My kids especially LOVE having the cheese already sliced--so much easier for them to make their OWN snacks and lunches now.

Tamara, CA

I have gradually increased the amount of food stored over the past year. On a weekly basis, I now grind the wheat to bake my bread for my family. It makes me feel like I'm really doing something great for them.

Emily, DE

Anitra, I'm so excited to tell you that I've finally found my confidence again in the kitchen. SLS has helped me to return to food storage and inspired me to do what works for me and my family. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

Jenn, CO

I am an organized person to begin with so the food storage was a wonderful addition to my planning. I have a 6 month supply and have been using and rotating it for over a year and find I save about $200 a month. Unbelievable! I love grinding all my own grains and beans and am seeing changes in my health; I have totally lost all of my cravings for chocolate, cakes, and cookies. I also love my electric mill, my pressure cooker, and my Wonder Box Deluxe I purchased from your website. These are all items I was not familiar with before. I thank you for all your hard work.

Sue, FL

I have made HUGE progress in the way I prepare food for my family. A few years ago I got a strong personal push to start a food storage. I knew what I needed to have but did not know what to do with it. through your training, I have a wonderful pantry that is organized as best as my limited space will allow, and I know how to use everything in it. I was able to increase and enjoy my garden like never before. I have preserved and used what has come out of the garden and off my trees better this year than any year before. I have been empowered through the knowledge I have gained from you and am sharing my knowledge and excitement with my neighbors and friends. Simply Living Smart has given me a foundation that I have been able to grow upon.

Maria, AZ

I'm loving all the recipes and organization tips. Creating mixes once a month allows me to use food storage items without a lot of prep every time I want to use them. I love all the tips you infuse in your newsletters.

Karen, TX

I've learned so much in the past year1 I've always had an interest in scratch cooking. I've made all our bread for years, but since I found your site I've tried new things like making yogurt, sprouting wheat and other seeds, and using bean flour. I'm rotating my food storage so efficiently and saving money too. Thanks!

Debbie, England

I love this site. It's taught me how to use basic food storage in my every day cooking and it makes me feel more independent should something unexpected happen. I have implemented an almost 90-day meal plan for dinner and love not having to come up with ideas! I'm now learning more about pressure cooking and that has been a huge time saver.

Alena, MS

We now have a room built with food storage in mind. The few who have seen it say we have our own grocery store. This has been a six year project that is beautifully organized and is meant to serve our family of 10 and others who may need assistance.

Carrie, IN

I have increased my food storage exponentially, thanks to SLS, and now have the confidence to go on the internet and try new recipes. This is great fun.

Laurel, ME

I felt like a squirrel, putting things away and then convincing my family I had not gone over the edge! What is amazing is that we have started opening the cans of food and have begun incorporating the food into our daily lives. Your site has empowered me to actually begin using those foods so it's not like being on another planet if we ever NEEDED to rely solely on what is on our shelves (under beds, stacked in the corners...)My husband is actually going to build shelves to set up an actual food storage pantry. Thank you so much for taking the mystery out of "food storage!"

UT, Suzie

There are so many options on the web. Whenever I have a question about provident living, I know I can go to Simply Living Smart, and it will have the answer...an answer I can trust. Thank you for all of your research and good advice!

IL, Francine

I love my Bosch! I have made many loaves of bread, and even homemade cinnamon rolls and frosting using your pantry mix ideas. I also love the pressure cooker. I made a Ginger Butternut Squash and Carrot Soup in it today in just 10 minutes!

Jane, Ut

Anitra, I made your yummy pomegranate salad and it was ABSOLUTELY delicious and EASY!!! I wish I could attach a photo that was taken of it by my wonderful photographer daughter. It was beautiful too. Tanks so much. I wish I lived in your area so I could attend your classes...

Marilyn, MO

Simply Living and Anitra have helped me SO much as a Stake Preparedness Specialist. I laugh when I think about when I was first called, and they called me a "specialist". I knwe NOTHING or at the very least...very little about food storage and provident living. I can't thank you enough for all that you have shared and taught me the past two years. Our Stake has grown so much in this area. I am constantly answering the phone, and emails. They all have so many questions and the fire to be prepared (and live everyday in this manner) is now there. I am grateful to refer the stake members to you and your lessons, insights, wisdom, and general knowledge.

Jessica, UT

About 2 years ago, I was assigned to organize a team with the intent to train and teach other members of our faith (about 2400 members for this area) all about Provident Living. It was a scary but exciting challenge, as I had wanted to learn more about proper food storage and healthy wholesome eating for my own family for quite some time. The first place I looked for information was the Simply Living Web Site. I found every answer I was looking for and MORE! It was easy to understand, to follow and to therefore share that knowledge with others. I , of course, searched and searched the internet for other sites ot see what else there was to learn, but I can honestly say that I would just keep coming back to Simply Living Smart. Everything I needed to know and learn about Provident Living with regards to food storage, organization and healthy food ideas and preparation was there and it has become my most tried and true site to follow.

Lynn, CA

I would like to just say thank you for all the fun that has been infused into my family since I met you and have been trying to put into practice the things I have learned. I had developed confidence in my profession, spending all my time and studies on nursing, so much so that when I came into the home I felt displaced and highly insecure outside of the safe and regulated environment of the hospital. Since I have taken your classes I have started to feel some of that old empowerment start to seep back in of being in control and in the drivers seat. My pantry is starting to take shape and I am having fun cooking artisan breads that I am proud to serve my family. Life is too short to devote our time to anything less than what we love and can be passionate about. I am amazed and inspired by your enthusiasm to move us all forward. Thank you for your abundance of hope!

Stacie, UT

Thanks for your "Daniel's Diet" plan on the website. I have been trying to loose weight for seven years without any success. I exercised daily and still nothing. I decided to try Daniel's Diet and in the first week I lost five pounds. This isn't much, but I am finally moving in the direction I want to go. I was beginning to think that something was wrong with me. I am eating healthier and exercising an hour a day. I feel pretty good. Thanks!

Michelle, MI

I just started Daniel's Diet from your site, and I can already tell my body is much happier with what I am eating. I'm loving these recipes. I can't wait to see if this will help my weight loss since I have a condition that makes losing weight very difficult. But maybe eating more whole foods is the answer for me! Thanks.

Lareesa, TX

Love the Nesco pressure cooker...Sunday's pot roast was a winner! Also had great results with the Ezekiel mix baking bread and thanks to the new plastic containers I purchased on your site, my cupboards are so much more functional and attractive. If you ever do offer classes to train others to do what you do, count me in. I'm a true believer in your organizational methods!

Holly, AZ

I just love your program. You are so inspirational and are motivating me to organize my life from my home to our food. Thanks for all you do!

Andrea, CO

Simply Living Smart is a fabulous resource to get inspired about organizing the spaces in your home where you spend your time, utilizing kitchen tools and smart ideas that make meal planning and preparation more enjoyable, and getting creative with your food storage in healthy and delicious ways. Just as the website says...the ideas are simple and they're smart. That's why I keep coming back for more!

Jodi, UT