75 Quick & Easy Secrets from the Test Kitchen

We like to fill our pantry with products that deliver a lot of flavor without the fuss. Once you've stocked up, try these great recipe ideas:

Tube of tomato paste. Make a family-pleasing soup:

Jar of chopped garlic. Try garlicky shrimp over pasta:

Tube of herbs (basil, chili paste, etc.) Broil chicken, peppers, and basil:

Jar of salsa. Bake spicy chicken with rice:

Can of chopped green chilies. Offer a light version of roast pork:

Package of dried mushrooms. Add mushrooms to a zesty pasta:

Package of baked pizza crust. Serve a spicy pizza in 15 minutes: