Keep pantry stocked for quick meal preparation

We all lead busy lives.  Whether we have food allergies or not, eating at home is a lot easier if you keep your house full of staples, so you can quickly throw together a wonderful meal; even when you are tired after a long day.

I try to keep my house stocked with some fresh fruit and vegetables that can be eaten on their own or thrown into a salad.  I find that with just a little fresh fruit, nuts and lettuce of choice.  One can quickly make a boring meal seem gourmet.

Recommended Staples:

• Fruit
• Vegetables Fresh & Frozen
• Rice
• Gluten Free Noodles
• Quinoa
• Potatoes (can be used in many ways)
• Spaghetti and other Allergy friendly Sauces 
• Meat/Fish (buy when it is on sale and store in freezer)
• Nuts
• Peanut Butter
• Jelly
• Gluten Free Flour Blend 
• sugar/honey/maple syrup/Agave
• Gluten Free Crackers
• Rice Cakes
• Gluten Free Soup for when sick
• Spices
• Garlic/Onions

Another tip is to have a list of quick meal & Snack ideas posted in your pantry or on your fridge.

The easier you make it for yourself the more you will enjoy cooking and eating at home.  When you are dealing with food allergies, it is often easier to eat at home.  If you make it easy, it won't feel like drudgery.