Healthy Shelf-Stable Staples to Keep in Your Pantry
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Hi Lisa,Like many people these days, I want to make sure my pantry is stocked with healthy foods. Right now, it’s mostly rice and beans. Do you have any ideas for me?
Jill in Jacksonville
Hi Jill,I’m right there with you. I spent this weekend clearing out anything that had expired and making a list of things to order online and/or look for at stores. Here are several of my go-tos…
Meaty Eats
No protein in the fridge? From meal starters to mix-ins to on-the-go meat snacks, I've got you covered…
The Right Kind of Carbs
A big tub of old-fashioned oats is a given, but I also enjoy protein-packed pancake mixes for a fast flapjack breakfast with a little something extra. Other staples: light English muffins, high-fiber wraps & flatbreads, and my new favorite rice find…
Canned (& Boxed) Goods
When it comes to basics, canned tomatoes, salsa, and canned beans are no-brainers. In addition to those, I'm all about pumpkin, a shelf-stable noodle swap, and, of course, low-calorie soup. (It's the heat 'n eat mini meal that always has your back!)
Crunchy Snacks
What's in YOUR snack stash? I always have nuts on hand, plus crunchy bean snacks, freeze-dried fruit, and roasted seaweed packs!
Bunches of Bars
Emergency food at its best! Cereal bars and protein bars are classic -- I stick with ones under 250 calories. For times when I just need a little something, mini bars save the day. And for a sweet-tooth fix, crispy marshmallow bars do the trick.
Chew on this:
March is National Frozen Food Month. Frozen stir-fry veggies are as versatile as can be… Use 'em to make this easy chicken stir-fry tonight!
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