December 6, 2011
One of the keys to great home cooking is a well stocked pantry. With a myriad of pantry items at your finger tips, you can always have a healthy and delicious home cooked meal. These pantry items are inexpensive but can be morphed into a variety of dishes. I have not included staples such as oil, vinegar, spices, salt, and pepper (although, those should be in your pantry as well). This list is a great place to start building your pantry and as you explore different cuisines and tastes, add on to it.
Protein
- Canned Salmon
- Canned Tuna
- Chicken Breasts
- Canned beans
- Eggs
- Dried lentils
- Nuts
Fruits
- Frozen berries
- Apples
- Bananas
- Grapes
Vegetables
- Romaine or other hearty lettuce:
- Carrots
- Frozen spinach
- Canned tomatoes
- Canned Corn
- Garlic
- Onions
- Broccoli
Whole Grains
- Whole-wheat pasta
- Quick cooking grains like quinoa or couscous
- Brown rice
- Oats
Dairy
- Quarts of low- or fat-free yogurt
- Gallon of skim milk
*List adapted from The SparkPeople Cookbook
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