And real meals are so much better than the sad, pseudo-meals of a poorly stocked pantry (here’s looking at you, dehydrated ramen cups and stale potato chips).
But what exactly is a real meal? It’s usually one that’s full of the right balance of nutrients (fiber, protein, fat, complex carbohydrates), but also delicious and satisfying. These 12 ingredients are the ones you’ll want to fill your pantry with to make these kinds of meals a regular reality.
1. Tomato paste