Produce Lists & Recipes

Loaded Mashed Potato Bowls:
- These loaded mashed potato bowls combine pantry staples like instant potatoes, canned corn, canned beans, and canned beef stew for a simple, protein packed recipe in 15 minutes!
Chicken Enchilada Skillet:
- This chicken enchilada skillet combines pantry staples like chicken broth, rice, canned corn, canned enchilada sauce, and canned chicken together for a quick and nutritious recipe! This recipe makes about 6 servings - great for family dinners or for meal prepping at the beginning of the week and eating for lunches or dinners throughout the week!

🥕 Meat-Free Recipes

Delicious, filling recipes perfect for vegetarians or anyone looking to stretch their grocery dollars.

Spicy Chickpea Chili:
- This spicy chickpea chili uses pantry staples like vegetable broth, canned corn, canned chickpeas, and salsa for a spicy, comforting meal! The corn and chickpeas provide fiber, which can help support heart health by lowering cholesterol!
Black Bean Quesadillas:
- This recipe uses whole wheat tortillas, black beans, salsa, and cheese for a quick and filling meal! Protein and fiber from the black beans can help you feel fuller for longer!

🍌 Dessert Recipes

Simple sweet treats using in-season fruits and common pantry ingredients.

Banana Roll Ups:
- These banana roll ups are a fun way to get your fruit, grains, and protein in! This recipe combines whole wheat tortillas, with any nut butter, bananas, and raisins for a nutritious snack or breakfast!
Applesauce Overnight Oats:
- This overnight oat recipe combines pantry staples like oatmeal, nut butter, and applesauce for a balanced breakfast! The oats provide fiber, which can give you the energy you need to start your day, and help you feel fuller for longer!

Recipes from Our Nutrition Classes

Each month, our Nutrition Education team shares recipes in our classes that are easy, affordable, and made with ingredients you might already have in your pantry.

🍴Here’s what we’ve been cooking together this month:

Fiesta Tuna Salad:
- This fiesta tuna salad combines canned tuna, black beans, and sweet corn with lime, cilantro, and a light dressing for a flavorful, budget-friendly meal — packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats to help keep you satisfied. Enjoy it on its own, in a wrap, or over rice or greens for a balanced and nourishing meal!
Cucumber Elote Salad:
- This elote cucumber salad combines crisp cucumber, sweet corn, and fresh cilantro with a tangy lime dressing for a refreshing, budget-friendly dish — offering fiber, vitamins, and a lighter take on creamy salads. Enjoy it as a side dish or pair it with your favorite protein for a balanced and nourishing meal!
Tuna and White Bean Salad:
- This white bean and tuna salad incorporates pantry staples like beans and canned tuna, with a bell pepper, green onions, and a lemon dressing for a zesty, nutrient dense dish! This recipe is packed with protein and fiber, helping you feel full after eating! Try serving with your favorite whole grain cracker.
Apple Pie Yogurt Parfaits:
- These apple pie yogurt parfaits combine cinnamon apples with creamy vanilla Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of granola for a balanced snack — a simple, nourishing option that feels comforting while providing protein and fiber!
Blueberry Banana Smoothies:
- This creamy blueberry banana smoothie blends frozen fruit, Greek yogurt, and milk for a refreshing, naturally sweet drink that’s rich in fiber and protein.

Interested in hosting a nutrition education class? Please reach out to Kathryn Clanton at kathrync@bvfb.org.

Recipe Collections

Each recipe collection below highlights a common pantry ingredient and shows how it can be used in several simple, healthy, and affordable recipes. These collections are designed to give practical ideas for everyday meals using ingredients often found in food pantries.