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Queso Dip

Queso Dip

Turn leftover salsa from the bottom of the jar into a delicious, cheesy dip.

Serves 4 as a snack

Beans and Greens Soup with Sausage Meatballs

Beans and Greens Soup with Sausage Meatballs

This hearty, tasty soup is loaded with vitamins and protein.

Serves 4

Bacon, Leek and Tomato Brisket

Bacon, Leek and Tomato Brisket

Enjoy this BLT – Bacon, Leek and Tomato – slow cooker meal with tender beef.

Serves 4

BASIC PANTRY

It helps to have the following ingredients on hand in the kitchen. That way, you don't have to run out to the store every time you want to whip up something delicious.

You can print out this list, walk through your kitchen and check off what you have and what you need. Then bring the list with you to the grocery store and stock up! Or you can check off the items right on this sheet below and print it out. Click here for a printer-friendly version of the list.

 

IN THE SPICE RACK

HAVE
NEED
 
- bay leaves
- black pepper
- cayenne pepper
- chili powder
- curry powder (or paste)
- dried oregano
- dried thyme
- grill seasoning such as McCormick Montreal Steak Seasoning
- ground cinnamon
- ground cumin
- paprika
- poultry seasoning
- red pepper flakes
- salt

IN THE FRIDGE

HAVE
NEED
 
- capers
- carrots
- celery
- dijon mustard
- eggs
- flat-leaf parsley
- hot sauce you like (everyone likes different levels of spiciness so pick the one that is right for you!)
- ketchup
- mayonnaise
- milk
- Parmigiano Reggiano
- soy sauce

MISCELLANEOUS PANTRY ITEMS

HAVE
NEED
 
- baking potatoes (such as Russet or Idaho)
- extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
- garlic cloves - lots!
- lemons
- limes
- nuts (almonds, peanuts, pecans, walnuts)
- pasta
- peanut butter
- pure maple syrup
- roasted red peppers (12-16 ounce jar)
- Spanish or yellow onions

IN THE CUPBOARD

HAVE
NEED
 
- beef stock (canned or boxed)
- chicken stock (canned or boxed)
- diced tomatoes (canned)