You do not need all the latest gizmos, gadgets or spices to make delicious and healthy food. Great meals have one thing in common: fresh ingredients. As a CSA member of Just Roots, you’ve got that covered. Here are a few more items that are handy to have on hand in the kitchen to turn those delicious, nutrient-dense farm veggies into a meal.
Pantry Staples::
- Olive oil
- Vinegars–red wine, white wine, balsamic, apple cider, rice wine
- Salt–kosher or fine sea salt
- Black peppercorns
- Peppercorn grinder
- Spices–cumin, dried chiles, cayenne pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, ginger, etc.
- Pasta
- Polenta and cornmeal
- Rice
- Dried beans
- Canned tomatoes
- Coconut oil–good for high heat
- Flours
- Sugar and honey (Just Roots!)
- Baking Powder and baking soda
- Vanilla
- Yeast
Perishable Staples::
- Garlic
- Onions
- Shallots
- Celery
- Carrots
- Olives
- Fresh herbs
- Eggs
- Lemons
- Mustard
- Cheese
- Nuts
- Chicken broth
- Butter
- Milk
- Bread
- Potatoes
- Bay leaves
- Soy sauce