Never underestimate the power of a box of pasta. Your pantry doesn’t have to be glamorous for you to be able to turn out delicious dinners. Follow these tips for the items you should always have on hand, plus recipes you can make quickly and with simple ingredients.

Pantry staples:

  • Vinegar (white/balsamic)
  • Baking soda
  • Ketchup and mustard
  • Dried herbs and spices (onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, basil, thyme, etc.)
  • Canned beans (pinto, black, garbanzo)
  • Pasta and rice
  • Stock or broth
  • Cereal and oatmeal
  • Peanut butter
  • Jelly or jam
  • Crackers
  • Tomato sauce
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