Items to have on hand
It is important to keep a number of staples like spices, oils, grains and stocks on hand. Each week our shopping list has a "Pantry Staples" section which lists items used in that week's menu. Be sure to check the list against what you have on hand. Below is a general list of items that may come up. This list is a great starting point for any cook. You may add - or subtract - items depending on your tastes and usage.
Dried spices:
salt
black pepper
chili powder
ground cumin
paprika
nutmeg
curry powder
coriander
bay leaves
cayenne/red pepper
oregano
thyme
cinnamon
allspice
poultry seasoning
grill seasoning
ground ginger
dill
five-spice powder
Fridge items:
milk
heavy cream or half-n-half
unsalted butter
eggs
cheese - grated parmesan, mozzarella, American & Swiss
bacon
hot sauce
Dijon mustard
capers
mayonnaise
plain cream cheese
plain yogurt
ketchup
BBQ sauce
Lemon & lime juice
Stock - beef & chicken
sour cream
Cupboard:
dutch process cocoa powder
extra-virgin olive oil
canola oil
sesame oil
cooking spray
all-purpose flour
sugar - brown, granulated, and powdered
bread crumbs - plain & Italian
canned beans - black, kidney, and cannellini
dried pastas - spaghetti, penne, cavatappi, angel hair, lasagna, etc.
couscous
rice
baking powder
baking soda
vanilla
maple syrup
peanut butter
oatmeal
honey
red wine
dry sherry
white wine
rice wine vinegar
white vinegar
red wine vinegar
cider vinegar
balsamic vinegar
soy sauce
hoison sauce
tortillas - corn and/or flour
canned tuna
Worcestershire sauce
canned tomatoes - crushed, diced, sauce & paste
Fresh veggies:
Onions - sweet or yellow
potatoes - red or Yukon gold
lemon
lime
shallot
garlic
green onions
Freezer:
Frozen peas
Frozen corn
chopped spinach
pitas
ravioli
tortellini
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