Be Prepared With a Well Stocked Pantry and Fridge
Now that Fall has arrived it’s a great time to get back in the Kitchen and start making lots of great Stews, Soups and Casseroles. Surprisingly enough many of the Ingredients for your Fall Favorites are already at your fingertips, either in your Pantry or Fridge. The beauty of these items is that you can create a meal even without the benefit of a Protein or Fresh Vegetables. The below list are items I keep on hand and can’t live without! Also check out the easiest Pasta Dish ever Cacio e Pepe https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a24175464/cacio-e-pepe-recipe/
Pantry
- Kosher Salt
- Extra Virgin Oil
- Boxed Stock and Broth
- Pastas All Shapes and Sizes
- Jasmine Rice, Quinoa, Barley, Couscous, Polenta
- Artichokes, Roasted Red Peppers
- Canned and Dried Beans All Varieties
- San Marzano Tomatoes, Tomato Paste in a Tube
- Coconut Milk, Curries, Water Chestnuts
- Nuts and Dried Berries
- Italian Tuna and Sardines
- Bread and Nut Crumbs
- Spices of your choice
Fridge
- Lemons, Limes and Fresh Herbs *Keep Fresh Basil in a Jar with a Little Water and Plastic Bag over It on Your Countertop and Mint, Cilantro and Thyme Wrapped in Damp Paper Towel in a Ziploc Bag
- Parmesan, Asiago, Pecorino, Cheddar, Feta, Gruyere or Whatever You Like
- Olives, Capers
- Pickled Jalapenos, Banana Peppers, Relish
- Eggs/Butter
- Hot Sauces, Asian Condiments
- Mustards, Mayonnaise