A well-stocked pantry is the key to success in the kitchen. Join Tanorria Askew, chef, social justice activist and now author of Staples +5, as she demonstrates how to transform the most fundamental ingredients into effortlessly delicious dishes, a skill passed down from her mother and grandmother. Every recipe in Staples + 5 can be made from 35 simple pantry staples—like flour, beans, and rice—plus up to five additional ingredients. The recipes are perfect for getting dinner on the table without extra trips to the store, throwing together a casserole for a neighbor in need, and entertaining unexpected guests without added stress. You’ll be ready for anything with 100 recipes for craveable comfort food to feed yourself, your family, and your community.

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