Get More Out of Your Meals By Stocking Up

Whether you need an easy meal solution or want your leftovers to last longer, versatile pantry items can stretch your grocery budget and make dishes more economical and convenient. So, what’s the secret to getting the best deal on pantry staples? Don’t wait until you need them to buy them! Waiting until you’ve run out of an item puts you at the mercy of whatever the store price is at that time. Stocking up on essentials during a sale saves you money and turns your pantry into a one-stop shop for affordable, healthy and super quick meals.

Pantry items to stock up on!

Use our list of basics to shop mindfully and stock a pantry full of ready-to-use ingredients. Then, flip the page to try some of our favorite ways to make the most of these pantry items.

Canned Goods: Take any meal the extra mile with canned goods like beans, diced tomatoes, fruits, vegetables and pasta sauces. Canned items retain their flavor and nutrition for years, making them an obvious choice for those on a budget and who want to eat healthily.

Stocks & Broths: Whether you need a soup base or want to stretch stews or casseroles, stocks and broths offer a quick way to bulk up meals economically while also providing gut-healing and high-protein nourishment.

Pasta: No matter the shape or type, pasta is a comfort staple that can create countless flavorful and filling meals. Pick up linguine or your favorite variety to try in our recipes on the next page.

Olive Oil: This multipurpose ingredient adds flavor and sophistication to numerous everyday meals, plus it provides a good source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

Spices & Seasonings: Keeping basics like salt, pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, dried oregano and thyme leaves stocked helps you add oomph to everyday dishes.