We needed snacks this week. I wanted to make cheese it type crackers.....it only takes 3 things to make cheese crackers! We also enjoy bread and cookies to munch on. It brought home how easy it is to make just about anything so very inexpensively <and much better for you> and so very quickly when you are well prepared. (List follows pictures)
Here is what I consider a well stocked,useful pantry for those on a tight budget...quantities would vary depending on budget, space, and other factors. But if you just had enough for a week, it would afford you a lot of options for meals. The list looks long, but it can be purchased for much less money for your yield than boxed meals,or prepacked items.
Flour
Yeast
Salt
Baking soda
Oil
Dried beans
Rice
Pasta
Dried milk
Oil
Dried beans
Rice
Pasta
Dried milk
Several types of canned vegetables
Canned tomatoes
Sugar
Bullion
Gravy mixes
Raisins or dried cranberries
Oats
Tomato paste
Pepperoni
Chocolate chips or cocoa powder (some say this is not for a budget! I say sometimes you need to allow yourself something enjoyable to help lift your spirit)
Canned variety of fruits
TVP
(Cold pantry staples)
Butter
Cheese (Parmesan is a good choice to add a lot of flavor, too)
Frozen veggies, assorted
Frozen meats, assorted
Eggs
Yogurt (just one small tub....for a starter)
This if your budget permits more...what my pantry is stocked with currently...in addition to above:
Honey
Brown Sugars
Freeze dried fruits
Dehydrated vegetables
Canned soups
Instant potatoes
Peanutbutter
Bran
Coconut
Agave
Flax
Shortening
Coconut oil
Jam
Baking spray
Baby foods (to add to baked goods for added moisture and nutrition)
Gatorade
Tea
Goya seasonings
Knorr bullions
Flavored TVP
Frozen bananas (I buy and freeze when they are marked down)
Various condiments
Powdered sugar
Molasses
Various spices and extracts
Perishables:
Sour cream
Cream cheese
Fresh fruits
Carrots, onions, potatoes, and celery
Orange juice
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