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Apples

Watermelons

Squash

Papaya

Limes

Green beans

Oranges

Carrots

Bananas

Bell peppers

Pineapple

Cucumbers

Potatoes

 Updated: November 18, 2025

Fresh Bites: Recipes of the Month

Seasonal produce meets pantry staples – easy, budget-friendly meals for every table.

Each month, we feature simple, flavorful recipes that highlight what’s in season and what you might already have from your pantry or food box.

Whether you're cooking with meat, going meatless, or craving something sweet, there's something here for everyone.

🍗 Meat-Based Recipes

Hearty meals featuring lean proteins paired with seasonal produce and pantry staples.

  • Salsa Chicken - A quick and flavorful dish combining chicken, salsa, cheese, and taco seasoning — perfect for a simple, protein-packed meal.

  • Chicken Pot Pie Soup - A rich and hearty blend of chicken, mixed vegetables, and creamy soups simmered in low-fat milk — an easy comfort meal that’s both satisfying and nourishing.

🥕 Meat-Free Recipes

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

  • Stuffed Bell Peppers - A hearty, colorful dish featuring bell peppers stuffed with a savory mix of brown rice, kidney beans, corn, and stewed tomatoes, topped with melted mozzarella for a wholesome, satisfying meal. 

  • Chickpea and Tomato Soup - A warm and comforting one-pot meal with chickpeas, tomatoes, garlic, and small pasta simmered in a flavorful chicken broth — simple, hearty, and satisfying.

🍌 Dessert Recipes

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

  • Frozen Yogurt Bark - A cool and refreshing frozen yogurt bark made with creamy yogurt, sweet honey, colorful berries, and a sprinkle of crunchy walnuts — a fun, nutritious snack or dessert.

  • Banana Roll Ups - A tortilla roll-up featuring nut butter, banana slices, cinnamon, and a touch of sweetness from raisins — a tasty, on-the-go snack with a satisfying crunch.

 

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:

  • Cinnamon Banana Overnight Oats - Overnight oats made with mashed bananas, cinnamon, and a hint of stevia — an easy, make-ahead breakfast that’s wholesome and full of flavor. 

  • Slow Cooker Lentil Taco Chili - A hearty, plant-based chili made with lentils, black beans, corn, and tomatoes simmered in zesty taco seasonings for a flavorful and filling meal.

  • Chickpea Apple Broccoli Salad - A fresh and crunchy broccoli salad tossed with chickpeas, apples, carrots, cranberries, and pecans in a tangy apple cider vinaigrette for a colorful, nutrient-packed side dish.

  • 6 Can Chili - A simple and hearty 6-can chili loaded with beans, corn, and tomatoes simmered with warm spices for an easy, flavorful meal.

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.