If you're cooking from home a bit more these days, it may feel a little overwhelming getting your kitchen in order and knowing what you need for every meal.
The good news is so many of your go-to meals can be made with many of the same ingredients.
I've pulled together a starting guide of pantry essentials, or shelf-stable items to keep in the home- let's be honest, I don't have an actual pantry. You can pick and choose from this list, based on your needs, taste buds, kitchen space, and access to these ingredients.
Tiny Tip: My list focuses on gluten free, dairy free items based on my dietary preferences. Feel free to adjust to what works best for you.
“Let's be honest, I don't have an actual pantry.”
Baking
· active yeast
· baking powder
· baking soda
· cacao powder (also great for smoothies)
· flour: whole wheat, gluten-free 1 for 1
· oats: steel cut or quick
Tiny Tip: Oats are not only great for baking, but also for breakfast. Check out this recipe for Power Oats.
Broths
· bone, chicken, and veggie
Canned Seafood
· tuna
· salmon
· sardines
Canned Veggies
· tomato: diced tomatoes and tomato paste
Cooking oils & butters
· oils: avocado, chili oil, coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, sesame oil
· butters: ghee
Grains and Pasta
· grains: brown rice, couscous quinoa, polenta
· pasta: rice, whole wheat
Legumes
· beans: black, garbanzo, pinto
· split peas
Milk Alternatives
· almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk
Snacks
· peanut butter
· dried fruit
· whole, raw nuts: almonds, cashews, pecans
Spices and Seeds
· spices: adobo, bay leaves, chili flakes, black pepper, cayenne pepper, curry powder, garlic powder, ginger powder, oregano, paprika, sea salt, turmeric
· seeds: chia, flax
Tiny Tip: It’s fun to take your essential spices and make your own seasonings. Chia and flax seeds are great for infused water or smoothies.
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