7 Simple suppers you already have at home

Jul 22, 2010 8:44 PM by Sarah W. Caron

Posted in Food & Recipes / Quick & Easy Recipes / Easy Dinner Recipes

Pantry- Friendly Dinner

Not sure what's for dinner? That's never a good feeling. But don't worry -- you needn't make a run to the grocery store for supplies.That's right: You can make these meals from some basic items that you probably have in the pantry already. Easy peasy.

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Tex-Mex baked potatoes

A baked potato is a fabulous base for a delicious and simple meal.

Serves 4

Ingredients:
4 large red potatoes
1 can black beans, rinsed
1 cup salsa, divided
1/2 cup cheddar cheese

Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 425F. Wash the potatoes well, then prick all over with a fork.
2. Put the potatoes into the preheated oven and cook for 60 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
3. Use a knife to cut an x into the top of the potato and mash the inside with the tines of a fork.
4. Divide the black beans, salsa and cheese between the potatoes. Serve immediately.