As a preventive measure to contain the spread of coronavirus in Mexico (COVID-19), many of us have had the privilege of working from home.

Of course, this means being very responsible, so the best thing is to avoid going out as much as possible. So it's time to make use of all those cans of food you have in the pantry.

Most canned foods (or packaged in boxes or tetrapaks) are cheap and convenient, and they provide a wide variety of ingredients if you are one of those people who always have some in stock. With canned products and a little creativity, you can create delicious and even surprising recipes.

Whether it's beans, vegetables, tuna, sardines, salmon, or soups, here are plenty of ideas for you to use during this quarantine and postpone your trip to the supermarket as much as you can.

Minestrone Soup
A hearty minestrone soup includes canned cannellini beans, as well as bacon, carrots, onion, kale, and pasta. It only takes 30 minutes to make, and if you omit the bacon, it can be adapted for vegetarians. You can also buy it ready-made in a can.

Spicy Tuna Bowl
Recreate a restaurant-style sushi dish at home with a quick version of this popular plate; you only need tuna in water and vegetables, and make a sauce based on mayonnaise and sriracha.



Spam and Pineapple Skewers
Spam is baked pork, and to make skewers, you just need to grab your can of spam and your can of pineapple, add some peppers, large chunks of ham, onion, and you're done.

Brownies
Many brownie mixes only require water, oil, and eggs. But since you have time, get creative and add an extra touch: toss in pieces of your favorite chocolate, marshmallows, or nuts to the mix.

Mac & Cheese
Just like brownies, this elbow pasta with cheese can be elevated if you add broccoli, bacon, sausages, or ground beef...

Sautéed Peaches
An easy and delicious dessert, you just need to heat canned peaches with a little syrup and nutmeg. Add a bit of yogurt, and you’re done.

Peach Pie in a Glass
This is an easy dessert to prepare with kids, where you just crush cookies, blend yogurt with cream cheese, condensed milk, and lemon juice, and add canned peaches that are ready to use—there's no need to peel and chop them.

Rice Pudding
Rice pudding can be prepared very easily with 5 ingredients: water, condensed milk, evaporated milk, rice, and a stick of cinnamon.



Egg with Chilorio
Chilorio is a dish originating from the state of Sinaloa, and fortunately for many of us, it can be purchased canned. Try it with eggs at lunchtime and don't forget to serve it with flour tortillas.

Abalone with Chipotle
Abalone is a mollusk perfect for making fresh snacks on these hot days. If you were saving a can of abalone, now is the best time to mix it with chopped onion, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, Worcestershire sauce, and chipotle pepper.