For Mexican

Georgie Patrick and Cyndi Duncan, authors of Quick Mexican Cooking (C&G Publishing, $15, www.amazon.com), recommend:

Corn and flour tortillas

Cheddar cheese

Onions

Canned beans

Dried pinto beans

Tortilla chips

Salsa

Garlic

Canned green chiles

Herbs and spices: red chili powder, cilantro (fresh or dried), oregano, Mexican oregano, cumin

What you can make:

Bean burritos

Cheese and bean tortillas

Cheese and bean enchiladas

Refried beans

Add chicken and green peppers to make fajitas