Never underestimate the power of a box of pasta. When it comes down to it, your pantry doesn’t have to be glamorous for you to be able to turn out delicious dinners. Follow these tips for what you should always have on hand, plus recipes you can make with quickly, with simple ingredients.
Pantry staples:
- Vinegar (white/balsamic)
- Baking soda
- Ketchup and mustard
- Dried herbs and spices (onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt & pepper, basil, thyme, etc.)
- Canned beans (pinto, black, garbanzo)
- Pasta and rice
- Stock or broth
- Cereal and oatmeal
- Peanut butter
- Jelly or jam
- Crackers
- Tomato sauce
Fast and Freezable Slow Cooker Meals
Fall and winter are the best seasons for make ahead meals!
Challah Breakfast Casserole
Thick challah bread makes this savory casserole even more irresistible.
Homemade Hot Pockets
Bypass the frozen foods section to make your favorite microwaveable meal yourself.