Pantry Cooking

Many of us have turned to canned foods as they have a longer shelf life and are a more economical option. Bulk buying the same canned goods can sometimes lead to repetitive meals but don’t be afraid to switch it up! Check out these recipes which highlight some of our commonly purchased canned food items!

• Beef Italian Pasta
• Extra Easy Hummus
• Minestrone Pasta
• Peach Crumble
• Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Chili
• Slow Cooker Taco Soup
• Southwest Bean Burrito
• Sweet Pistachio Salad
• Tex Mex Beef Skillet
• Turkey Sausage and Black Bean Soup
• Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole
• White Chicken Chili

Foods that are eaten on a routine basis and are a large portion of our diet can be considered staple foods. From pasta to rice, these staple foods can vary all over the state of Texas. Check out our lists below for recipes featuring pantry staples and search our website for even more!

Beans

1. Black Bean and Spinach Quesadillas
2. Spicy Refried Beans
3. Black Bean and Rice Salad
4. Southwest Bean Burrito
5. Hearty Two Bean Minestrone

Rice

6. Lemon Rice
7. Chicken Veggie Risotto
8. Jambalaya
9. Skillet Chops and Rice
10. Roasted Tilapia with Orange Parsley Salsa

Pasta

11. Spicy Spaghetti with Grilled Chicken
12. Southern Roasted Vegetable Pasta
13. Cheesy Chicken Pasta
14. Orzo Garlic Chicken
15. Chicken Bow Tie Sausage Pasta

Corn

16. Corn stuffed Pork Chops
17. Cornbread Fiesta Muffins
18. Hearty Vegetable Soup
19. Chipotle Chicken Taco Salad
20. Summer Salad

Potatoes

21. Baked Potato Soup
22. Stuffed Baked Potatoes
23. Breakfast Power Bowls
24. Shepherd’s Pie
25. cheese broccoli ranch mashed potatoes
26. Bonus Recipe: Rosemary Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Canned Tuna 

1. Greek-Style Tuna Salad
2. Tuna Cakes
3. Tuna Melt Burger
4. Avocado Tuna Salad Sandwich
5. Apple Tuna Salad Sandwich

Soups

1. Chicken and Spinach Lasagna
2. Savory Onion and Mushroom Pork Roast
3. Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
4. Turkey and Rice Casserole
5. Cheesy Chicken Spinach Noodle Casserole

Broth

1. Herbed Turkey Breast
2. Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
3. Chicken Vegetable soup
4. Mexican Chicken soup
5. Southwest Turkey Bake

Oats

1. Fruity Oat Muffins
2. Roasted Pears with Crumble Topping
3. Greek Yogurt Banana and Blueberry Pancakes
4. Strawberry Oatmeal Cookie Balls
5. Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

Nut Butters

1. Fruit dip
2. Almond butter stuffed dates
3. Nutty Apple Rings
4. Peanut Butter Chocolate Trail Mix Bites
5. Chocolate Quinoa Bites