Shelf-stable shortcuts that taste like you tried

Pantry Night: Dinner From the Shelf

The jar, pouch or noodle cake does the slow part, you add one fresh thing and dinner is on the table in 20 minutes. Every meal kit and sauce here is something you can keep in the cupboard for the nights you swore you would cook.

Pantry Night: Dinner From the Shelf
Pantry Night: 20-Minute Butter Masala ChickenA jar of Maya Kaimal does the slow-simmer part; you just brown the chicken and steam the rice.Shop the whole look →Pantry Night: Chili Crunch Sesame NoodlesForbidden rice ramen tossed in Momofuku Chili Crunch, peanut butter and a squeeze of lime.Shop the whole look →Pantry Night: Rao's No-Boil Baked ZitiChickpea penne baked straight in Rao's marinara, so the pasta drinks up the sauce in the oven.Shop the whole look →Pantry Night: 5-Minute Channa Masala BowlsTasty Bite's chickpea curry turned into a bright desk-lunch or late-night bowl.Shop the whole look →Pantry Night: Vindaloo-Glazed Roast CauliflowerA whole tray of cauliflower lacquered in Maya Kaimal's spicy vindaloo, with cooling yogurt.Shop the whole look →Pantry Night: Truffle Marinara Date-Night SpaghettiTRUFF's black-truffle marinara makes a weeknight bowl of spaghetti feel like a reservation.Shop the whole look →
Kevin's Natural Foods Simmer Sauce, Tikka/Thai Coconut/Lemongrass Basil

Sheet-pan chicken and rice

Kevin's Natural Foods Simmer Sauce, Tikka/Thai Coconut/Lemongrass Basil

Three ten-minute dinners in one box: tikka masala, Thai coconut and lemongrass basil, each with the recipe printed on the back.

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Kevin's Natural Foods Korean BBQ Simmer Sauce, 3 Pack

Bulgogi rice bowls with quick cucumbers

Kevin's Natural Foods Korean BBQ Simmer Sauce, 3 Pack

Sweet-spicy bulgogi sauce made with coconut aminos; brown thin-sliced steak, pour, and dinner is done.

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Kevin's Natural Foods Lemongrass Basil Simmer Sauce, 3 Pack

Tofu and green bean stir-fry

Kevin's Natural Foods Lemongrass Basil Simmer Sauce, 3 Pack

Light coconut-milk lemongrass basil sauce for a Thai-style stir-fry with whatever vegetables are in the drawer.

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Banza Gluten-Free Chickpea Pasta, Shells 20g Protein | Lower Carb | High Fiber | High Protein | Plant Based Pasta | 8oz (Pack of 6)

Chickpea shells with tomato sauce and spinach

Banza Gluten-Free Chickpea Pasta, Shells 20g Protein | Lower Carb | High Fiber | High Protein | Plant Based Pasta | 8oz (Pack of 6)

These shells catch a quick tomato sauce nicely for dinner without an elaborate ingredient list.

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BANZA Chickpea Pasta, Penne - Gluten Free Healthy Pasta, High Protein, Lower Carb and Non-GMO, 8 Ounce (Pack of 6) (PAS101)

Pesto penne with peas and parmesan

BANZA Chickpea Pasta, Penne - Gluten Free Healthy Pasta, High Protein, Lower Carb and Non-GMO, 8 Ounce (Pack of 6) (PAS101)

Chickpea penne turns jarred pesto and frozen peas into a no-fuss weeknight bowl.

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Banza Chickpea Pasta, Spaghetti - Gluten Free Healthy Pasta, High Protein, Lower Carb and Non-GMO, 8 Ounce (Pack of 6)

Spaghetti with marinara and sautéed zucchini

Banza Chickpea Pasta, Spaghetti - Gluten Free Healthy Pasta, High Protein, Lower Carb and Non-GMO, 8 Ounce (Pack of 6)

Chickpea spaghetti makes a simple pasta-and-sauce dinner easy to pull from the pantry.

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Lotus Foods Wakame & Brown Rice Ramen With Vegetable Soup, Gluten-Free, 10Count

Wakame ramen with tofu and mushrooms

Lotus Foods Wakame & Brown Rice Ramen With Vegetable Soup, Gluten-Free, 10Count

The included vegetable soup packet lets you build a warming ramen dinner with a few extra vegetables.

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MAYA KAIMAL Spicy Vindaloo Simmer Sauce | 7oz Easy Pour Pouch | Spicy Indian Simmer Sauce with Zesty Coconut and Chili, Vegan, Gluten Free, and Non-GMO

Chickpea and spinach Madras curry

MAYA KAIMAL Spicy Vindaloo Simmer Sauce | 7oz Easy Pour Pouch | Spicy Indian Simmer Sauce with Zesty Coconut and Chili, Vegan, Gluten Free, and Non-GMO

Peppery coconut curry sauce gives canned chickpeas a quick route from pantry staple to dinner.

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Maya Kaimal Kashmiri Curry Sauce, 12.5 oz, Mild Indian Simmer Sauce with Tomato and Nutmeg. Vegan, Gluten Free, Non-GMO Project Verified, Vegetarian

Cauliflower and chickpea curry with naan

Maya Kaimal Kashmiri Curry Sauce, 12.5 oz, Mild Indian Simmer Sauce with Tomato and Nutmeg. Vegan, Gluten Free, Non-GMO Project Verified, Vegetarian

This mild tomato curry turns chickpeas and frozen cauliflower into a low-effort skillet supper.

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Maya Kaimal Butter Masala Sauce, 12.5 oz, Mild Indian Simmer Sauce with Creamy Tomato and Ginger. Vegetarian, Gluten Free

Paneer and pea butter masala

Maya Kaimal Butter Masala Sauce, 12.5 oz, Mild Indian Simmer Sauce with Creamy Tomato and Ginger. Vegetarian, Gluten Free

Creamy tomato and ginger sauce saves you building a butter masala base from scratch.

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MAYA KAIMAL Green Chili Sauce | 9.5oz (PACK of 2) | Easy Squeeze Bottle | Vegan, Non-GMO, Gluten Free

Fried egg rice bowls with cucumber

MAYA KAIMAL Green Chili Sauce | 9.5oz (PACK of 2) | Easy Squeeze Bottle | Vegan, Non-GMO, Gluten Free

A squeeze of green chili sauce adds instant heat to a bowl assembled from leftover rice and eggs.

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Momofuku Chili Crunch by David Chang, (5.5 Ounces), Chili Oil with Crunchy Garlic and Shallots, Spicy Chili Crisp

Crispy tofu rice bowls with cucumber

Momofuku Chili Crunch by David Chang, (5.5 Ounces), Chili Oil with Crunchy Garlic and Shallots, Spicy Chili Crisp

Crunchy garlic and shallots add a ready-made finishing layer to a fast tofu rice bowl.

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Patak's Simmer Sauce Variety Pack, Butter Chicken, Tikka Masala & Korma, Mild to Medium Curry with Cream, Coconut & Spices, Gluten-Free & Vegetarian Authentic Indian, Perfect for Q

Chicken tikka masala with naan

Patak's Simmer Sauce Variety Pack, Butter Chicken, Tikka Masala & Korma, Mild to Medium Curry with Cream, Coconut & Spices, Gluten-Free & Vegetarian Authentic Indian, Perfect for Q

These simmer sauces handle the seasoning so dinner can be as simple as browning protein and adding a jar.

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Patak's Mango Curry Simmer Sauce, 15 Fl Oz

Paneer mango curry with naan

Patak's Mango Curry Simmer Sauce, 15 Fl Oz

Mango curry sauce adds a fruity twist to quickly cooked paneer and bell peppers.

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Patak's Korma Simmer Sauce, 15 Fl Oz

Chickpea spinach korma with rice

Patak's Korma Simmer Sauce, 15 Fl Oz

Creamy coconut korma sauce makes a shortcut supper from chickpeas and a handful of spinach.

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Rao's Homemade Tomato Basil Sauce, 24 oz, Tomato Sauce, All Purpose, Keto Friendly Pasta Sauce, Premium Quality, Tomatoes from Italy and Basil

Penne with spinach and white beans

Rao's Homemade Tomato Basil Sauce, 24 oz, Tomato Sauce, All Purpose, Keto Friendly Pasta Sauce, Premium Quality, Tomatoes from Italy and Basil

Warm tomato basil sauce while pasta boils and dinner needs little more than a handful of spinach.

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Rao's Homemade Marinara Sauce, 24-Ounce (Pack of 4)

Meatball subs with mozzarella

Rao's Homemade Marinara Sauce, 24-Ounce (Pack of 4)

Ready-made marinara turns toasted rolls and cooked meatballs into a fast sandwich supper.

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Tasty Bite Indian Channa Masala, Microwaveable Ready to Eat Entrée, 10 Ounce (Pack of 6)

Channa masala with naan and sliced cucumber

Tasty Bite Indian Channa Masala, Microwaveable Ready to Eat Entrée, 10 Ounce (Pack of 6)

Ready-to-eat chickpeas bring the curry component so you only need to warm rice or naan.

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TRUFF Original Black Truffle Hot Sauce 2-Pack Bundle, Gourmet Hot Sauce Set, Black Truffle and Chili Peppers, Gift Idea for the Hot Sauce Fans, An Ultra Unique Flavor Experience (6

Mushroom omelet with toast and greens

TRUFF Original Black Truffle Hot Sauce 2-Pack Bundle, Gourmet Hot Sauce Set, Black Truffle and Chili Peppers, Gift Idea for the Hot Sauce Fans, An Ultra Unique Flavor Experience (6

A drizzle of truffle hot sauce gives a quick mushroom omelet a punchy finish without another cooking step.

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TRUFF Pasta Sauce, Black Truffle Marinara | Flavorful Tomato Sauce for Pasta, Pizza, and More | Non-GMO, Vegan, Pack of 2 (Marinara, 2 Count)

Rigatoni arrabbiata with sautéed mushrooms

TRUFF Pasta Sauce, Black Truffle Marinara | Flavorful Tomato Sauce for Pasta, Pizza, and More | Non-GMO, Vegan, Pack of 2 (Marinara, 2 Count)

Truffle arrabbiata supplies a spicy tomato base for pasta while you simply boil the noodles.

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Questions people ask

What is a pantry dinner?+

A meal built around a shelf-stable base like a simmer sauce, jarred marinara or dried noodles, finished with one or two fresh ingredients.

Are these sauces worth it over homemade?+

On a busy night, yes. The ones here use short ingredient lists and get you most of the slow-cooked flavor in a fraction of the time.

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