(Family Features) - Families across the country are dusting off their stoves and rediscovering the art of home cooking. In fact, the Food Channel recently released its Food Trends list and home cooking ranked number one*, which is not surprising in today's tough economic climate.

As America returns to the kitchen, simple, crowd-pleasing and budget-friendly recipes are in high demand. One secret to success is stocking the pantry with flavorful and nourishing basics that can inspire a variety of delicious dishes. Even some of your favorite pantry items like Campbell's® Tomato soup offer a healthy, flavorful and versatile base for a meal.

"Now when you cook with Campbell's Tomato soup, your meals will be even better for your family because we have reduced the sodium in our soup by 32 percent, while ensuring this favorite still delivers the great taste people have loved for more than 100 years," said Tom Helsel, a chef at Campbell Soup Company. "From satisfying casseroles to quick weeknight stir-fries, Campbell's Tomato soup can help busy families put healthy, low-cost meals on the table quickly."

Big on taste and little on time and money, each of the following recipes are easy to prepare and cost between $1.06 and $3.27 per serving. Try one tonight!

For more delicious, mouth-watering recipes visit www.CampbellsKitchen.com.

Simple Ways to Say "Goodbye" to Bland

Shake up family mealtime and make the most out of flavorful pantry staples. From canned vegetables, seafood and soups to boxes of dry pasta or rice, there are many pennywise ways to perk up meals. Here are a few quick ideas:

• Pour a zesty bottled picante sauce over chicken or fish before baking. It not only keeps the meat moist, but it also makes for an easy and delicious sauce.
• Canned beans are a healthful way to extend a hearty pasta entree. Simply substitute canned beans for all or half the amount of meat called for in a recipe. It's not only filling and convenient, but the beans are packed with nutrients, too.
• Use lower sodium broths or stocks in place of water when boiling rice, couscous or other grains to add a boost of flavor.