Even in the spring, many of your favorite summer fruits may be hard to come by. The solution? Dry fruits in the summer to enjoy! While dried fruit is a delicious treat, it's also a snack that you can enjoy year-round. Add dried fruit to your favorite sweet tea or your favorite pie recipe. No matter the dish you choose to add it to, it will surely give it a unique boost of flavor.
Looking for a fun way to "spice" up your food? Try out spices! While spice preferences will vary, there are a few spices that work well with just about anything. If you're new to spices, we recommend starting with cinnamon, ginger, chili powder and cumin. Another great way to begin incorporating spices into your dishes is by purchasing a "starter" set of spices. Adding just a pinch of these starter spices to your meal can wake up your taste buds and turn an ordinary dish into something delicious! Now, if you find that your pantry is already stocked with most of these spices, then why not try out some more unique ones like nutmeg, bay leaf and sweet paprika. No matter which spice you choose, incorporating spices into your weekly cooking ventures is an incredible way to elevate your cooking and upgrade your pantry essentials.
Sweeten up your menu and make these Apple Spice Muffins.
While oil and vinegar might seem like an obvious choice, it's often a forgotten item in many pantries. Both oil and vinegar come in several different flavors that open up endless culinary possibilities for you to experiment with. Use these pantry essentials to spice up your favorite soup recipe or mix a sweet balsamic vinegar with your favorite yogurt for a unique treat. Making sure that your pantry is always stocked with these two ingredients will help you create fun meals and snacks that everyone will enjoy!
Canned mushrooms are an inexpensive and convenient way to spice up your diet. The creamy texture and durable structure of mushrooms make them a great meat substitute in many vegetarian and vegan recipes. Use them to replace burger meat, as a base for vegan ceviche or sprinkled them on top of your favorite salad. Using canned mushrooms in a recipe can help serve up additional nutrients and add flavor to your favorite dishes.
Honey is the perfect pantry staple to boost the flavor of any meal. Sweet, delicious and packed with vitamins and enzymes, honey will enhance the flavor of your food. Used primarily as a sweetener, there are several different varieties of honey, and each tastes different! Plus, when properly stored, honey can last years, even after it's opened!
"No grain, no gain" that's our motto! Bulgur, a delicious whole grain, is an excellent addition to several different dishes. It's made from cracked wheat berries and is a must-have ingredient when making tabbouleh, a traditional middle eastern salad. Not to mention, it's great for you! A nutritional powerhouse, just cup serving of Bob's Red Mill Bulgur is packed with six grams of protein and five grams of fiber! Bulgur is also incredibly easy to prepare, which makes it perfect for days when you're in a rush. After trying it, we're sure that it will become a staple in your kitchen.
Previously considered the "food of the gods" by ancient Mayan and Aztec civilizations, cocoa powder has several unique purposes. A rich and decadent addition to any healthy diet, it is packed with nutrients. Add it to your favorite yogurt or mix it into a delicious smoothie. Ideally, your cocoa powder should contain only pure cacao beans.
Craving a sweet, chocolate-y recipe? Make these Chocolate Cinnamon Cassava Muffins.
