I was just reading an article that suggests that by stocking 32 common ingredients in your pantry, refrigerator, and freezer you will be able to produce a wide variety of satisfying, quick, and easy meals…most easy on a strained budget (which many of us have these days, unfortunately).

Here they are!

Pantry Staples

1. Red or white wine
2. rice
3. pasta
4. Onions and Garlic
5. Canned Beans
6. Canned Broth
7. Jarred Marinara Sauce
8. Canned Tomatoes
9. Canned Tuna
10. Balsamic Vinegar
11. Olive Oil
12. Salt, Pepper, and Spices

Refrigerator Staples

1. Fresh Herbs
2. Bagged Mixed Greens
3. Parmesan
4. Butter
5. Hummus
6. Pesto
7. Eggs
8. Dijon
9. Carrots
10. Lemons

Freezer Staples

1. Mixed Berries
2. Peas
3. Tortillas
4. Bread
5. Bread Crumbs
6. Piecrusts
7. Chicken Breasts
8. Ground Beef
9. Shrimp
10. Bacon

Stay tuned!  Tomorrow I’ll post a few recipes that I plan on trying this week!