Be Prepared With a Well Stocked Pantry

With Spring here and the warmer temperatures approaching we will have an abundance of amazing produce to work with, but don’t forget to have your Pantry and Fridge stocked with the the basics to elevate whatever you are cooking. The beauty of these items is that you can create a meal even without the benefit of a
protein or vegetable. The below is my list of items that I can’t live without!

Pantry

• Kosher Salt
• Extra Virgin Oil
• Boxed Stock and Broth
• Pastas all shapes and sizes
• Jasmine Rice, Quinoa, Barley, Farro, Couscous
• Artichokes, Roasted Red Peppers
• Canned and Dried Beans all varieties
• San Marzano Tomatoes, Tomato Paste in a tube
• Coconut Milk
• Nuts
• Italian Tuna
• Dried Bread Crumbs
• Spices of your choice

Fridge

• Lemons and Limes
• Parmesan, Asiago, Pecorino, Cheddar, Gruyere or whatever you like
• Olives, Capers
• Pickled Jalapenos, Banana Peppers, Relish
• Eggs/Butter
• Hot Sauces, Soy Sauce, Rice Wine Vinegar
• Mustards, Mayonnaise

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