The pros rely on some of the same staples we all love when things get hectic. Even accomplished chefs rely on simple comfort meals on busy nights, like vegetable-packed omelets or a hearty family soup ...

Chefs consistently reach for Wegmans’ Italian Classics olive oil. Bronze-cut pasta and Parmigiano Reggiano also earn high praise. Jarred sauces and San Marzano tomatoes make weeknight meals easier.

Open your cupboard, and you'll likely spot a can of beans—or two or three—hanging out on the shelf. And for good reason: They're inexpensive, last (practically) forever, and are healthy—packing an ...