When the clouds roll in and Vancouver goes full grey-and-drizzly, the last thing you want to do is run to the store or spend hours cooking. But staying in doesn’t have to mean bland food.
Here are five cozy, low-effort recipes perfect for rainy days—made better with bold, ready-in-seconds sauces from Sauce Pantry. Whether you’re solo on the couch or hosting a lazy weekend hang, these meals are fast, warming, and mess-free.
☔ 1. Creamy Pesto Penne with Roasted Veggies
A one-pan, one-pot meal that feels like something you’d get at a café.
– Roast your favorite veggies (zucchini, bell peppers, onions)
– Cook penne or fusilli pasta
– Stir in Pumpkin Seed Pesto with a splash of pasta water and top with cheese
Grab veggies from South China Seas Trading Co. at Granville Island Market for a local touch.
☕ 2. Breakfast-For-Dinner Omelet with Chimichurri
Rainy days call for breakfast anytime.
– Whisk 3 eggs with a splash of milk
– Fill with goat cheese, spinach, and drizzle Chimichurri Sauce on top
– Serve with toasted sourdough
Try bread from Fife Bakery in Mount Pleasant—it’s worth the trip.
🥣 3. Sweet & Sour Tofu Stir Fry
Fast, comforting, and full of sweet zing.
– Pan fry tofu cubes with a pinch of salt
– Toss in bell peppers and snap peas
– Pour on Sweet & Sour Sauce and serve over rice
🧀 4. Grilled Cheese & Pizzafy Tomato Dip
Yes, it’s a childhood throwback—but better.
– Make your favorite grilled cheese sandwich
– Mix Pizzafy Sauce with hot water for an instant tomato dip
– Optional: add chili flakes for a grown-up kick
🌮 5. Spicy Chickpea Wraps with Avocado Lime Drizzle
Cozy, creamy, and ready in minutes.
– Pan-fry canned chickpeas with spices
– Add to warm tortillas with slaw or spinach
– Top with Avocado Lime Ranch mixed into yogurt or sour cream
Keep it Cozy, Keep it Simple
No need to prep sauces from scratch or dig through the fridge. Just empty a sachet, add liquid, shake in a jar, and you’re ready.
Want to stock up for stormy days? Grab our Starter Pack with 6 sauces and 2 glass jars. Compact, shelf-stable, and ready whenever the rain hits.
