Pantry Staples Guide 🥫

The essentials to get you cooking without breaking the bank.

• Proteins ($10): Canned black beans, canned tuna, peanut butter.
• Carbs ($10): White rice, spaghetti, all-purpose flour.
• Flavorings ($15): Olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, soy sauce.
• Canned/Jarred ($15): Diced tomatoes, chicken broth, marinara sauce.

Expand your culinary horizons with these regional staples.

• Asian: Rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, gochujang, hoisin sauce, fish sauce.
• Mexican: Masa harina, dried chilies (ancho, guajillo), canned chipotles in adobo, cumin.
• Mediterranean: Kalamata olives, capers, tahini, za'atar, pine nuts.
• Indian: Garam masala, turmeric, coriander seeds, ghee, coconut milk.

Keep your kitchen efficient and reduce food waste.

• Use Clear Containers: Decant grains, beans, and pastas into clear, airtight containers. This keeps them fresh and lets you see exactly how much you have left.
• First In, First Out (FIFO): Rotate older items to the front and put newly purchased items in the back.
• Group by Category: Keep baking supplies together, canned goods together, and breakfast items in another zone to make finding things easier.
• Label Everything: Label containers with the item name and expiration date using masking tape or chalk labels.