USA! USA! USA! The Olympics are coming! I am so ready for the Olympics. You guys, I know NBA is still going (we’re still playing basketball?!) but my brain has had MLB, Olympics and NFL/NCAAF on it. Let’s get ready for the elite athletes of the US to bring home the gold. Since we all will be homegating for the Games, I have a few pantry and fridge staples you will need for the whole show, including the Opening Ceremony. Pssst! Opening Ceremony starts at 6:55 AM ET on NBC! Yes, Central Time, it’s early for us! Take this list to the grocery store. You should have everything you need!
For the Fridge:
- Berries – Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries
- Jalepenos
- Roma Tomatoes
- Fresh Garlic
- Onions (white a red will be needed)
- Cream Cheese
- Bell Pepper
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Terra Spinach Artichoke and Parmesan
- Ground Beef (I prefer 93% lean always, but any is fine!)
- Chicken Breasts
- Whipped Cream
- Chocolate/Vanilla Ice Cream (You pick your poison!)
- Hot Dogs (I prefer Nathan’s or Hebrew National)
- Limes
- Lemons
- Milk
In the Pantry:
- Velveeta Cheese
- Tortilla Chips
- Fritos
- Kidney Beans
- Potato Hot Dog Buns
- Bell Pepper
- Slider Buns
- Cumin
- Sprinkles: Red, White and Blue (duh!)
- Chili Powder
- Rotel Tomatoes and Green Chilis
- Tomato Paste
- Pancake Mix (Your choice but I use Birchbender’s Paleo mix!)
- Peach Jelly
On the Bar:
- Grenadine
- Jim Beam and/or Jim Beam Orange
- Rum
- Tequila
- Club Soda
- Ginger Ale
- Jim Beam Highball Ginger
Okay. Go get your kitchens ready! Many items are cabinet staples, you may have most ready. We’ve got some watch parties coming up quick!