This recipe uses CNP Meat Sauce, a pantry staple made ahead of time and frozen for easy meals.
Chicken Noodle Soup
This family classic uses CNP Chicken-in-Broth, a make-ahead recipe to have on hand for quick meals. Using your own broth base saves on added sodium found in many canned soups.
Chicken Enchilada Casserole
With two CNP recipes on hand, this casserole is easy to prep ahead and bake when ready. It's an easy way to use bone-in chicken which is often less expensive per serving than boneless chicken. View the How-To kitchen skills
Chicken & Wild Rice Casserole
Wild rice contains more fiber and potassium than even brown rice. This colors in this baked dish are perfect for an autumn dinner.
Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
Enjoy an alternative to creamy mashed potatoes that gives you a serving of veggies and variety for your meal.
How to Cook Rice
There are two ways to cook rice depending on your preference and how much time you have. You can find rice in bulk packages which cost less per ounce than seasoned packets or instant rice. Brown rice a whole
How to Cook Dry Beans
There are two ways to cook dry beans depending on your preference and how much time you have. Dry beans come in larger packages and cost less per ounce than canned beans. Add your own seasoning to avoid high
Calico Bean Salad
This colorful cold salad provides inexpensive protein as a side dish to lunch or dinner.
Bunny Salad
Kids can help make their own cute bunny for summertime or spring holidays.
Black Bean & Butternut Squash Stew
Educator Beth Wood loves to cook with her kids and teach them kitchen skills. Follow her and daughter Gracie as they work together to create this hearty and flavorful stew.