Pantry Essentials
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An empty pantry waiting to be filled. Credit: Behind Clothes Doors, bedford, nh
Ever wonder what a fully-stocked pantry should have? Do you find yourself frequently out of a certain item? Key to having an organized pantry is knowing what you have and where it is located. Using bins, clear containers for decanting items and labeling as much as possible are techniques that will help you towards having and maintaining a fully functional pantry.
But what should be in a pantry? What are those items that you should always have on hand so you can make a last minute meal for those unexpected guests or gaggle of hungry teens?
Here’s the list of Living. Simplified. Pantry Essentials that we’ve put together to guide you through your pantry organization. Keep in mind that all pantries should be fully customized to the particular home and the likes and needs of each family.
Baking Staples All-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, chocolate, light and dark brown sugar, honey, yeast
Canned & Bottled Items Beans, chicken broth, jams and jellies, pasta sauce, pizza sauce, soup
Vinegars Balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, sherry vinegar, white vinegar
Dried Pasta Elbow macaroni, fettuccine, lasagna, penne, rigatoni, spaghetti
Grains/Rice/Dried Beans Arborio rice, black beans, breadcrumbs, chickpeas, farro, polenta, quinoa
Herbs & Spices Bay leaves, black peppercorns, chili powder, garlic powder, ground cinnamon, ground cumin, nutmeg, oregano, rosemary, salt, thyme
Nuts & Dried Fruit Almonds, cashews, dried apricots, peanuts, raisins, sunflower seeds
Oils Canola oil, coconut oil, cooking spray, corn oil, extra-virgin olive oil, sesame oil
Packaged Goods Brownie mix, cake mix, granola bars, hot chocolate mix, macaroni and cheese, microwave popcorn, taco shells
Sauces & Condiments Alfredo sauce, barbecue sauce, Dijon mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, salad dressing, salsa, soy sauce, spaghetti sauce
Snacks & Cereals Applesauce, breakfast cereal, cookies, crackers, instant oatmeal, peanut butter, potato chips, pretzels
Visit the PRINTABLES page for the full Pantry Essentials list from Living. Simplified. and get your pantry ready for eating.
More Organizing Ideas
Need even more ideas on how to organize your home? Living. Simplified. is ready to help. Take a look at these blog posts or send us an email and we can work together to reach your organizing and decluttering goals:
5 Steps to Organizing Your Family Room