Disclaimer: obviously this is only a suggested shopping list, and all based on my opinion. Feel free to omit what you don’t like or don’t want and adjust this shopping list according to your own needs. I just think these are great options for keeping your pantry stocked with all the necessities for basic cooking and baking needs. Not only will it give you a lot of options but will save you time also. I’ve asterisked * what I think could be optional. Also, any brands of these items are absolutely fine. You will see varying prices by name brand in the supermarket and being honest, I don’t see a difference between them based on these particular spices below so just do what works for your budget. Happy stocking!
SHOPPING LIST :
- Salt- Kosher or Sea
- Black pepper course ground or if you have a pepper mill but the whole pepper corns
- Garlic powder
- Onion Powder
- Chili Powder
- Parsley flakes
- Basil flakes
- Cilantro (I always opt for fresh because the flavor doesn’t compare but fresh doesn’t keep long)
- Cinnamon
- Thyme (ground)
- Rosemary (whatever you prefer)
- Red Pepper flakes
- Dill weed
- Oregano Ground *
- Paprika*
- Vanilla (pure is best but imitation will do)
- Flour (unbleached)
- Breadcrumbs (I usually go for Italian seasoned) or plain panko
- Rice
- Pasta
- Quinoa (works great for easy salads like this one)
- Canned Beans assorted
- Black or Green Olives
- Canned corn
- Canned or jarred beets*
- Canned or jarred mushrooms can make this easy side dish
- bag of dried lentils or peas (usually find in the same aisle as the beans)
- Canned tomatoes- I get crushed but choose what you prefer to work with
- Extra Virgin Olive oil
- White Vinegar
- Balsamic Vinegar – great for salads, marinades and glazes
- Soy Sauce
- Rice Wine vinegar* great for Asian dishes
- White sugar
- Light brown sugar
- Confectioner/Powdered sugar*
- Baking soda
- Baking powder (Aluminum free)
Perishable pantry items that should be on rotation
- Fresh garlic (never pre-peeled, if you want to know why check out the “Rotten” Documentary on Netflix”)
- Bag of Yellow onions (these keep a long time)
- Potatoes -I go for Russet or yellow. Great for Potato Pancakes, Mashed Potatoes and Hashes
- Lemons (or Lemon juice)
- Carrots
- Celery
- Scallions or Green onions (keep the roots in a tiny bit of water and they keep regrowing after cut)
- Fresh Parmesan or Romano cheese
- Butter
- Sour Cream- my new favorite is Fage Sour Cream it’s so thick and creamy (not sponsored)
