What's Cooking?

With restaurants closed, take-out options limited and stay-at-home orders in place, the home kitchen is back in the spotlight. A few staples and a little meal prep can help you adjust to this different way of eating.

Stock Up on Staples

These pantry basics have a long shelf life and can be used in several different recipes.

• Baking mix
• Broth (chicken, vegetable and/or beef)
• Canned and/or dried beans
• Canned soup
• Canned tuna and/or chicken
• Canned veggies (tomatoes, carrots, potatoes)
• Flour
• Garlic
• Granola
• Oats
• Onion
• Quinoa
• Rice (brown and white)
• Sweet potatoes

Keep these items handy to further expand your meal options.

• Butter or a butter substitute
• Canola or olive oil
• Eggs
• Fish
• Frozen meat or plant-based substitutes
• Frozen veggies
• Milk, or a nondairy option

Tasty Tips

• Plan your meals weekly
• Prep meals you can make in bulk and freeze, like chili
• Find recipes that use many of the same ingredients but in different ways
• Focus on eating healthy, but keep some comfort foods around
• Practice portion control

Find Inspiration

Not sure where to start? These recipes may motivate you.

• 5-Day Meal Prep [Video]
• Menu Makeover