A budget-friendly, protein-packed meal made with canned chickpeas and a few basics. These crispy chickpea patties are the perfect food bank dinner idea—they’re made with shelf-stable ingredients, cost just a few cents each, and are incredibly satisfying. Think of them like little veggie burgers: golden on the outside, soft in the middle, and full of…
A warm, comforting meal using canned chickpeas and simple ingredients. If you’ve got a can of chickpeas, a little onion, and some spices, you’ve got dinner. This budget-friendly chickpea curry is a perfect food bank recipe—it uses shelf-stable and affordable ingredients, it’s made in one pot, and it tastes like something you’d order from a…
A one-pan, cost-effective recipe using canned pinto beans and pantry staples. Looking for an easy, filling meal you can make from food bank staples? This pinto bean skillet is packed with flavor and made almost entirely from pantry items you’re likely to already have. Canned beans, rice, onion, and a few spices come together in…
A one-pot meal that’s warm, thrifty, and totally nourishing. This rustic stew is loaded with garden vegetables and beans for a meal that costs very little but delivers big on comfort and flavor. It’s perfect for using up odds and ends from the farm stand or garden, and it freezes well too. Serve with toast,…
Cool, creamy, and garden-fresh—ready in minutes, no stove required. This no-cook soup is a lifesaver on hot summer days. It’s creamy from the yogurt, crisp from the cucumber, and loaded with fresh herbs. Think of it as a savory smoothie for lunch—or a refreshing starter for your next outdoor dinner. It comes together fast, uses…
Golden, savory cornbread packed with fresh farm veggies. This cornbread is hearty enough to be a light meal and easy enough for a weekday bake. It’s filled with bits of seasonal vegetables—think sweet corn, zucchini, peppers, or onions—all tucked into a golden, rustic skillet loaf. It’s moist, fluffy, and best served warm with a pat…
A cozy bowl of goodness made with whatever’s fresh from the stand. This one-pot rice dish is simple, comforting, and endlessly flexible. It’s perfect for using up small amounts of late-summer vegetables and herbs. Think of it as a veggie-packed, feel-good dish that works as a side or a light main. Add a fried egg…
Crispy, cheesy, and packed with peak-season flavor. These quesadillas are a go-to meal when your fridge is full of leftover veggies or you’ve brought home a basket from the farm stand. They’re quick to make, easy to customize, and the crispy outside with gooey cheese and fresh veggies inside is always a hit with kids…
A flaky, colorful tart that feels like a farmers market bouquet you can eat. This savory tart is the kind of dish that steals the show at brunch, potlucks, or weeknight dinners on the porch. It’s built on a buttery puff pastry base (hello, store-bought magic), layered with creamy herbed ricotta, and topped with a…
A beautifully layered potato dish that’s as impressive as it is inexpensive. Potatoes are one of the most affordable and versatile ingredients around—and when you slice them thin and bake them with fresh herbs, garlic, and olive oil, they transform into something that looks and tastes restaurant-worthy. This galette is crispy on the edges, tender…
