Produce Lists & Recipes

Chicken and Rice Soup:
- This simple chicken and rice soup combines pantry staples like canned chicken, canned vegetables, and rice for a nutritious and cozy meal in under 30 minutes. This recipe is great for cold days and nights to help warm you up!
Tuna Salad Wraps:
- These light and flavorful tuna salad wraps are made with protein-packed tuna, creamy Greek yogurt, and fresh veggies — an easy, satisfying meal perfect for lunch or on the go.

🥕 Meat-Free Recipes

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

Bean and Rice Burritos:
- These bean and rice burritos are a quick and nutritious meal to make for when time is limited in the kitchen! Combine heated refried beans, rice, and black beans into a tortilla and serve with your favorite toppings!
Chickpea and Tomato Soup:
- This warm and comforting chickpea pasta combines tender chickpeas, garlic, and tomatoes simmered in savory broth for a simple, satisfying dish that’s high in fiber and comes together easily in one pot.

🍌 Dessert Recipes

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

Fruit Salad:
- This fruit salad combines canned and fresh fruit with lime juice and honey for a sweet and simple dessert! This recipe is very versatile and can be made with your favorite canned fruits! Try pairing the fruit salad with nuts or dried fruit!
Peach Cobbler in a Mug:
- This peach cobbler combines sweet, cinnamon-spiced peaches with an oat crust. This recipe can be made in 5 minutes or less and requires minimal prep!

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:

Blueberry Banana Smoothie:
- 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.
Bean Dip:
- This quick and simple recipe brings together refried beans, taco sauce, and cheddar cheese for a comforting, budget-friendly dish — packed with protein and fiber to help keep you full. Pair this bean dip with rice, tortilla chips, or vegetables for a balanced and nourishing snack!
Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup:
- This hearty vegetable soup is packed with colorful vegetables, potatoes, and fire-roasted tomatoes, simmered in savory broth for a comforting, fiber-rich meal.
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!

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.