Grocery budgets are being stretched further these days, prompting many to stock up on canned and frozen foods with long shelf lives. However, the abundance of cans can sometimes lead to a lack of recipe inspiration. To combat this, we have curated some top dishes utilizing canned goods such as beans, tomatoes, and corn, as well as frozen vegetables and other convenient products. Find your next favorite weeknight dinner among these recipes.
**Chicken Tamale Pie**
Convenience foods like canned corn and green chiles combine with boxed cornbread mix to create a hearty chicken casserole.
**7-Can Soup**
This classic favorite utilizes pantry staples to create a zesty soup that pairs perfectly over rice or with crusty bread.
**Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole**
Egg noodles and ground beef replace the usual rice or spaghetti in this family-friendly casserole topped with three types of cheese.
**Easy Tomato Soup**
Canned tomatoes and tomato paste are the stars of this blender soup, perfect for pairing with grilled cheese.
**Busy Day Chili**
A quick and easy chili recipe that highlights canned ingredients like beans and tomatoes.
**Chicken Pot Pie Casserole**
A comforting casserole made quickly with canned cream of mushroom soup and frozen vegetables.
**Vegetable Beef Soup**
Transform pot roast, canned, and frozen vegetables into a hearty stew-like soup.
**Cornbread Cowboy Casserole**
A cozy casserole featuring canned beans, tomatoes, corn, and ground beef, topped with cornbread and cheese.
**Slow-Cooker Taco Soup**
A flavorful soup made with pantry staples and ground beef in a slow cooker, yielding leftovers that freeze well.
**Cowboy Beans**
A chuckwagon-inspired dish flavored with barbecue sauce, bacon, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar.
**Martina McBride’s Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup**
A creamy take on tortilla soup using pantry staples, chicken, and masa harina for thickness.
**Church Supper Casserole**
A satisfying and meaty casserole suitable for church suppers or weeknight dinners.
**Cowboy Casserole**
A tempting dish that combines various flavors and ingredients for a flavorful meal.
How about this revised text: “Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make casserole that will satisfy a crowd? Try this flavorful beef dish topped with crispy tater tots. Made primarily with canned and frozen ingredients, including corn and fire-roasted tomatoes, this recipe is sure to be a hit. Get the recipe for this tasty casserole and other quick meal ideas below. Enjoy!”
