Top 20 Pantry Staples for Quick Family Dinners
Keep these in the cupboard and dinner is never far away
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When the cupboard holds the right basics, you can put together a quick family meal on almost any evening. This free list covers the pantry staples worth keeping in stock, from spices and grains to proteins and vegetables.
What's inside
A list of 20 pantry staples across spices, grains, proteins and vegetables
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Who it's for: busy families who want to cook at home more often, with less planning.
How to use it
Check your cupboards against the list and note what's missing.
Keep a copy on the fridge and restock items as they run low.
Let the children pick one staple and choose a dish to make with it; it's also a chance to talk about food from other countries.
Pairs well with 25 Easy Weeknight Family Dinners.
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