"Few things are more frustrating than wading through a multi-step recipe when making dinner after an exhausting day. To mitigate any chances of being faced with that daunting prospect, there are several TJ's items I always have around to make mealtime easy. Whether it's a surefire way to add a burst of flavor to a simple chicken and rice dinner, or just something that can amp up a buttered pasta dish, all the following are great to have on hand"
"If you're someone who always has cans of beans on hand during soup season, you should be getting them from Trader Joe's. Its cans of organic black beans are under $2, and they're my go-to whenever I need beans to jazz up a soup, stew, chili, or taco bake. They are firm and have a nice bite, and I rarely have to worry about overcooking them."
"Stuck on some ways to use the canned black beans you've had in your pantry? Refry them to make a quick side for a taco plate, or make a black bean and corn salsa out of the cans. This could be a meal in its own right - who among us hasn't filled up on chips and a hearty salsa while waiting for dinner to be ready? If you're feeling a little extra, mash them up into a hearty black bean burger patty."
Trader Joe's private-label items combine affordability with consistent quality, making them reliable pantry choices. Keeping several Trader Joe's staples on hand simplifies weeknight cooking and reduces the need for multi-step recipes. Organic black beans cost under $2, stay firm after heating, and work well in soups, stews, chilis, taco bakes, and refried sides. Canned black beans can be turned into black bean and corn salsa, refried for taco plates, or mashed into burger patties for a quick meal. Several Trader Joe's products can add bursts of flavor to simple chicken, rice, or buttered pasta dishes.
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