12 Quick Dinner Solutions for Busy Weeknights from Your Pantry

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12 Pantry Meals That Save My Weeknights When I Have Nothing Planned

  • Linguine with Tuna and Capers

    Instead of discarding the rich oil from canned tuna, why not incorporate it into your pasta sauce?

  • Marry Me Beans

    Envision beans so delightful, they’ll make you want to marry the cook! This easy recipe with white beans and oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes creates a creamy texture in less than 20 minutes.

  • The Ultimate Quesadilla

    For a simple and satisfying weeknight dinner, crisp the tortilla slightly before topping it to ensure it remains crunchy.

  • Skillet Cacio e Pepe Tortellini with Wilted Greens

    Cook cheese tortellini in a skillet instead of boiling to save time and water. Works great with fresh or frozen tortellini and any dark, leafy greens you have on hand.

  • Kimchi and Spam Fried Rice

    Growing up, my husband frequently enjoyed Spam, so I’ve been playing catch-up. This fried rice dish utilizes staples from your fridge and pantry, and is highly adaptable.

  • Spaghetti all’Assassina (Assassin’s Spaghetti)

    This intriguingly named pasta is cooked directly in tomato sauce to achieve a slight char. Ensure you use a sufficiently large pan to allow the spaghetti to lay flat.

  • Kai Jeow (Thai Omelet)

    When I need a quick meal, I turn to eggs, and this Thai omelet offers robust flavor without the extensive prep typically required for other omelets. Pair it with rice and cucumber for a full meal.

  • Pork Stir Fry with Green Onion

    Pork loin, a quick-cooking protein, is perfect for weeknight meals. A brief 10-minute marinade in soy sauce, sugar, and cornstarch not only flavors the meat but also keeps it tender and moist.

  • Greens, Eggs, and Ham Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    Sandwiches offer a simple yet rewarding dinner option. Adding a fried egg and spinach elevates this beyond a typical grilled cheese. Feel free to use any bread, cheese, and greens you have available.

  • Black Bean Burrito Bowl

    A burrito bowl can be assembled in just 15 minutes using pantry staples like canned beans, pre-cooked frozen rice, and ready-made salsa. It’s quick, simple, and satisfying.

  • Quick Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

    To prevent cheddar cheese from becoming overly stringy when melted, lightly dust it with flour or cornstarch. Adding a bit of water and lemon juice to the sauce can also help, as does minimizing stirring.

  • Upside-Down Chili Pie

    To make this easy dish, layer warmed canned chili in a baking dish, top with a cornbread mixture from a muffin mix, and bake. For a twist, sprinkle with shredded cheese and chopped canned jalapeños before baking.

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