Basic Pantry 101

Oils, Vinegars and Condiments

• Oils: canola oil, extra-virgin olive oil, toasted sesame
• Vinegars: balsamic, distilled white, red wine, rice
• Ketchup
• Mayonnaise
• Dijon mustard
• Soy sauce
• Chili paste
• Hot sauce
• Worcestershire
   

Seasonings

• Kosher salt
  
• Black peppercorns
  
• Dried herbs and spices: bay leaves, cayenne pepper, crushed red pepper, cumin, ground coriander, oregano, paprika, rosemary, thyme leaves, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, ginger, nutmeg
  
• Spice blends: chili powder, curry powder, Italian seasoning
  
• Vanilla extract

Canned Goods and Bottled Items

• Canned beans: black, cannellini, chickpeas, kidney
  
• Capers
  
• Olives
  
• Peanut butter
  
• Preserves or jelly
  
• Low-sodium stock or broth
  
• Canned tomatoes
  
• Tomatoes, canned and paste
  
• Salsa
  
• Tuna fish
  
  

Grains and Legumes

• Breadcrumbs: regular, panko
  
• Couscous
  
• Dried lentils
  
• Pasta: regular, whole wheat
  
• Rice
  
• Rolled oats
  
• One other dried grain: try barley, millet, quinoa or wheatberries
  
  

Baking Products

• Baking powder
  
• Baking soda
  
• Brown sugar
  
• Cornstarch
  
• All-purpose flour
  
• Granulated sugar
  
• Honey
  
  

Refrigerator Basics

• Butter
  
• Cheese: sharp cheddar, feta, Parmesan, mozzarella
  
• Large eggs
  
• Milk
  
• Plain yogurt
  
• Corn tortillas
   

Freezer Basics

• Frozen fruit: blackberries, blueberries, peaches, strawberries
  
• Frozen vegetables: broccoli, bell pepper and onion mix, corn, edamame, peas, spinach
  
  

Storage Produce

• Garlic
  
• Onions (red, yellow)
  
• Potatoes
  
• Dried fruit: raisins, apples, apricots
  
• Nuts or seeds: almonds, peanuts, sunflower