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BLOGS from St. Anthony
Nowadays it feels like lives are busier than ever and taking time to prepare and cook a homemade meal almost seems impossible. Having your pantry stocked with the right ingredients can make cooking a family dinner a breeze. Plus you can rest easy knowing your family is eating a balanced nutritious meal.
Keep your pantry stocked with these staples for quick and easy dishes.
- Frozen or canned vegetables with no salt added (green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, and peas)
- Whole grains: microwave brown rice or quinoa pouches, whole grain pasta, and whole wheat tortillas
- Frozen fruit or canned fruit in its own juice
- Whole wheat pizza dough
- Frozen or canned poultry or seafood
- Canned beans with no salt added
Here are some quick balanced meals you can whip up in minimal time.
- Baked chicken with sautéed or steamed frozen vegetables and brown rice
- Breakfast burrito with scrambled eggs, frozen peppers and/or spinach and shredded cheese on a whole wheat tortilla
- Quinoa bowl with black beans, any vegetables you have on hand (corn, carrots, steam broccoli, avocados, and or cherry tomatoes), and a sauce or dressing of your choice (salsa, hot sauce, or olive oil and lemon juice)
Find more healthy eating tips at www.MyPlate.gov.
![Madison Hemer](/webres/Image/News/2022%20Feature%20Images/Madison%20head%20shot.png)
Madison Hemer, Registered Dietitian
St. Anthony Chronic Care Center