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21 Kitchen Staples You Can't Cook Without
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Why is that you can never find the one ingredient or food you need to complete your recipe? Argh! Spare yourself the last-minute run to the store. We've assembled a list of staples—spices, sauces, and miscellaneous must-haves—for your pantry and fridge. Stock up and you'll always be prepared to whip up quick and healthy meals.
- Natural peanut butter
- Reduced-fat mayonnaise
- Dijon mustard
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Salsa
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Balsamic vinegar
- Parmesan cheese
- Honey
- Tabasco sauce
- Dried spices—garlic, thyme, rosemary, basil, lemon, salt and pepper
- Chicken stock
- Brown rice
- Whole wheat pasta
- Marinara sauce
- Pickles
- Canned black beans
- Worcestershire sauce
- Hummus
- Low-fat dressing
- Blackened seasoning
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About The Author
Tia Albright – Tia Albright is Associate Editor of CorePerformance.com. She joined Athletes' Performance in 2009 from The Knot.
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