Maintaining a well-stocked pantry can make all the difference in hectic living. With the correct components on hand, you may quickly create meals that are healthful. Here’s how to arrange your pantry for quick and simple cooking.
1.Starts with grains and pasta. Pantry basics should be whole grains including brown rice, quinoa, and whole wheat pasta. They can be the foundation for many recipes and cook fast. Chef Jenna Miller says these are ideal for grain bowls, stir-fries, or even quick salads.
2. Cans of goods When you suddenly have to make dinner, beans, chickpeas, tomatoes, and coconut milk are lifesaving foods. “When I’m short on time, my first choice for protein is canned beans,” Jenna says. “Just rinse, then add to a salad or sauté with vegetables.”
3. Seasonings and Spice Additives Any meal can benefit from a range of spices like paprika, cumin, and garlic powder. “Having a good spice rack can make a basic meal unique,” Jenna says. Remember pantry necessities including olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Frozen Vibrances Frozen vegetables stay far longer and are equally healthy as fresh ones. “I always have frozen broccoli and spinach in the freezer,” Jenna explains. “They’re ideal for tossing into soups, stir-fries, even pasta meals.”
5. Nuts and seeds Meal texture and nutrition can be greatly enhanced by almonds, chia seeds, and sunflower seeds. Pantry must-haves for both a quick snack and a salad are nuts and seeds.
No matter how hectic your calendar is, you will always be ready to make nutritious meals with these basics in your cupboard.
