A guide to some favorite pantry items to have on hand for the Mindful Mediterranean program. Check the notes where I'll tell you more about the products. Daily, I draw on my on-hand staples to ensure I have healthy snacks and MM-green meals ready in ...
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My pantry is the backbone of my kitchen. Here are most of the items I always have on hand.
Yuka (my favorite app for making healthy food choices), rates this tuna very highly. It's great!
Wild Planet, Albacore Wild Tuna, 5 oz, 6-Count
In the old days, before the Mindful Mediterranean program, I would have artichokes once a year on New Years Eve. That always involved a lot of butter (still love doing that). But, I eat these almost every day in omelets, salads, and whole-grain pilaf...
Reese Quartered Artichoke Hearts -- 14 oz
This is my base cooking and dressing olive oil. The price varies, depending on what's going on in the world, but it's always a good deal and great quality.
Kirkland Signature, Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 2 L
Maldon sea salt is my every day finishing salt. It is always on my table and a simple crunch and sprinkle makes everything taste better.
Natural Sea Salt Crystals - Produced in Britain | Maldon Salt
Freshly ground black pepper is a must. Well-sourced and always fresh.
Kirkland Signature, Whole Black Peppercorn, 14.1 oz
There was a time when I had quarts of homemade chicken stock in my freezer at all times. But now, I roast fewer chickens, so this is my go-to pantry chicken stock. Very cost effective and highly rated on Yuka.