Pantry Staples Checklist

Every cook needs a well-stocked kitchen. Having these essential ingredients on hand will allow you to answer the question "what's for dinner?" in no time.

Pantry

  • Olive oil
  • Vegetable oil
  • Balsamic vinegar
  • Red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper
  • Spices
  • Canned tuna
  • Canned beans
  • Chicken broth
  • Tomato paste
  • Jarred marinara sauce
  • Red and white wine
  • Rice
  • Pasta
  • All-purpose flour
  • Sugar
  • Potatoes
  • Garlic and onions

Refrigerator

  • Butter
  • Milk
  • Eggs
  • Plain yogurt
  • Parmesan
  • Dijon mustard
  • Carrots
  • Lemons

In Your Freezer

  • Peas
  • Spinach
  • Bread
  • Bacon
  • Shrimp
  • Nuts

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Did we forget anything on this checklist? What would you add?

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