72: How to Stock a Healthy Quarantine Kitchen with Leslie Bonci, MPH, RDN

<p>This week, I find myself spending more and more time at home as I distance myself from others. Due to Coronavirus concerns (and they are mighty concerns indeed), a growing number of individuals and communities are staying home. On this week's show, I talk to fellow dietitian, Leslie Bonci, MPH, RD about the importance of keeping your pantry, fridge, and freezer stocked to the brim with nourishing and delicious foods that fortify the body and the soul. Whether you are laying low to reduce the spread of the virus, are required to self-quarantine, or are not feeling well yourself, having healthy foods on hand that your family loves can help to carry all of us through this crisis. Don't panic, my friends, but please be prepared.</p> <p>Leslie Bonci, MPH, RD is the owner of Active Eating Advice, co-founder of Performance 365, sports dietitian to the Kansas City Chiefs, and a fellow Producer for Better Health Fruit and Vegetable Ambassador in Action. She's also one of the most clever, witty, and compassionate dietitians I know! Together, we tell you what we have both stocked in our pantries, refrigerators, and freezers, and we share easy meal ideas using what's on hand. I've got a Peanut Butter & Chickpea Soup made with veggie broth, bell pepper, spices, canned tomato sauce, a can of chickpeas, and peanut butter that I can't wait for you to try, and Leslie has all sorts of mealtime inspiration including baked potatoes topped with chili (whether you make from it scratch or use canned chili).<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>I'm curious about what you're making from your kitchen staples, so tell me about your recipe creations in the comments section at the end of this post.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Show Highlights:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Find out about Leslie, her work, her family, and the Super Bowl ring she hopes to have on her finger soon</li> <li>The bottom line on handwashing with running water and soap</li> <li>Food safety guidelines for hot food, col