How to Stock a Simple Healthy Pantry

A well-stocked pantry makes it much easier to cook a quick meal without a last-minute grocery run.

Grains and starches

Rice, oats, pasta, quinoa, whole-grain bread or tortillas.

Proteins

Canned or dry beans, lentils, canned fish, nut butter, and eggs in the fridge.

Cans and jars

Canned tomatoes, low-sodium broth, jarred salsa, olives.

Flavor

Olive oil, vinegar, garlic, onions, dried herbs, spices, soy sauce, mustard.

Freezer

Frozen vegetables, frozen fruit, and portions of leftovers or cooked grains.

How to use it

With these items you can build meals like bean chili, pasta with vegetables, stir-fried rice or lentil soup. Rotate older items to the front and check dates twice a year.

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