No, the Pioneer Woman is not in your back field, and Ina Garten has not invited you over for dinner. It's just you and the fridge and the pantry. You need an edible meal and fast.
So what do you do, when you haven't planned a thing and you are looking at a bunch of random ingredients and the kids are screaming and you're about to fall over from hunger yourself? This is when you need a secret weapon. And no, it is not take-out {although I do recommend saving a good two of those on speed dial for those nights when cooking would equal more yelling than eating.}
You need a good pantry.
to show you what I keep around on hand in my pantry and fridge to solve the dinner crisis hour.
What am I making this week?
Roasted Organic Chicken Drumsticks with Steamed Cauliflower and Garlic Sautéed Rainbow Chard
Steak Salad with Roasted Vegetables and Homemade Buttermilk Ranch (leftovers from party)
Tomato and Garlic Shrimp over Linguine (Kate's birthday) and Salad
Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato and Avocado Sandwiches and Sliced Watermelon
Thai Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing
Beef and Black Bean Tacos with Salsa
See! I don't make complicated dinners and I don't have a huge pantry. We just try to incorporate at least two vegetable servings into every dinner and mix in kid friendly food nights with more adventurous nights as well.
Happy pantry digging! Cleaning out your pantry is a great way to restart your diet into a healthier path.
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