How many times have we opened the pantry and see nothing to eat? This collection of simple pantry staple recipes will change your perspective on the possibilities these ingredients have to offer. Not only are pantry dinner ideas a great way to eat a frugal meal when money is tight, but it is the perfect way to clean out the pantry and use those lingering ingredients that need to be used up.
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Many of the recipes are made with simple ingredients like beans, rice and flour which are commonly found in most pantries. So the next time you need to make a quick meal without a trip to the store, turn to these homemade pantry meals!
Easy Three-Bean Salad Recipe
Three-bean salad is an excellent appetizer or side dish to your grilled meat. This refreshing salad is quick and easy to make as it ingredients are usually found in your pantry staples.
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Instant Pot Spanish Rice
Satisfy your cravings for Spanish flavors with this instant pot of Spanish rice. You'll only need a rice cooker, and the ingredients can be easily found in your pantry. Try it now!
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Easy Homemade Dumplings with Flour Recipe
Get the flour and milk from your pantry and satisfy your dim sum cravings with these homemade dumplings. This quick and easy-to-make dumplings recipe is perfect for soup or serving as is with chili oil and soy sauce.
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Crispy Pan Fried Gnocchi
Have the best side dish, crispy pan-fried gnocchi, within 20 minutes! You can tweak it and add flavor, like garlic parmesan, or serve it with gravy.
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Everyday Pancakes
Make your everyday pancakes from scratch. You'll only need flour, eggs, butter, and other usual ingredients accessible from the pantry. Make your everyday pancakes more unique by serving them with fresh fruits or adding chocolate chips to the batter.
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Skillet Bread
Skillet bread is an excellent side dish for breakfast and a snack idea. It can be paired with pasta or garlic bread. Try this recipe, and the ingredients are within your reach!
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Easy Granola Butter Recipe
Granola butter is a creative way to have oatmeal cookies in a different form. This granola butter is multipurpose; you can use it as a spread, fruit dip, pancakes, or waffles drizzle or for a smoothie or ice cream. Try it and enjoy it in different ways.
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Easy Homemade Gravy Recipe Without Drippings
This homemade gravy recipe will elevate your mashed potatoes, fried chicken, or Salisbury steak. You can make this in just a few minutes. Try it now and serve it on your next family meal!
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Easy One Pot Rice and Beans (Budget-Friendly)
Cook this healthy and affordable family meal with one pot of rice and beans. This is an excellent potluck dish as well. You can also have it as a taco filling.
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The Best Seasoned Canned Green Beans Recipe
Who would have thought you could make an excellent side dish from canned green beans? Try this best-seasoned canned green beans recipe and amaze everyone with how it turned out! This might be your family and friends' next favorite side dish.
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One Pan Orzo Recipe with Lemon (6 Ingredients Dinner)
Make this six-ingredient dinner for your next family dinner and amaze everyone. This one pan orzo recipe with lemon is quick and easy to make, ingredients can easily be found as well.
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