Basic Pantry 101
While a good shopping list is the key to a quick and painless trip to the supermarket, a well-stocked pantry is the best way to ensure that you'll have most of what you'll need to cook once you get home.

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
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