A few folks have asked me what I like to keep stocked in my kitchen. So, you can find a list of my pantry and freezer staples below. Keep in mind though, these are MY pantry and freezer staples. Your staples should reflect the food you like to cook and the food you will actually cook, not what an idealized version of yourself would cook.

Stocking your pantry and fridge takes a little bit of time and money but it is worth it in the end. When trying to stock your kitchen at the beginning, I recommend adding a few items each week until you have a stock that you feel comfortable with.  Once you’ve gotten it stocked, aim to (reasonably) maintain it by buying a few items every few weeks or if your space and money allow, buying in bulk. 

Having a stocked kitchen not only allows you to be able to cook a quick meal when you don’t feel like cooking or haven’t been to the store, but it also helps your weekly grocery average stay lower.

Oils, Vinegar, Sauces:

Vinegar: Balsamic, Apple Cider, White, Rice, Red Wine

Hot Sauce

Low Sodium Soy Sauce

Fish Sauce

Sweet Chili Sauce

Olive Oil

Grapeseed Oil

Coconut Oil 

Sriracha 

Honey

Ketchup

BBQ Sauce

Mustard

Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce 

Thai Green Curry Paste

Worcestershire Sauce

Peanut Butter

Canned goods:

Coconut Milk 

Tomatoes: diced, fire-roasted

Fire Roasted Tomatoes

Beans: Black and Kidney 

Pumpkin 

Chicken Broth

Beef Broth

Spices:

Sea Salt 

Black Pepper

Onion Powder

Garlic Powder

Cumin

Cayenne Pepper

Crushed Red Pepper 

Chili Powder

Kickin’ Chicken 

Paprika

Basil 

Oregano

Thyme

Parsley

Bay Leaves 

Curry Powder

Cinnamon

Baking goods:

Baking Soda

Flour: Whole Wheat, Wheat, Almond

Sugars: Powdered, Brown, Granulated 

Baking Powder

Corn Starch

Pasta/Grains:

Rice: Brown, Jasmine 

Noodles: Ramen, Spaghetti, lasagna 

Fridge Staples:

Eggs

Apple Butter

Grape Jelly 

Butter

Minced Garlic

Bell Peppers

Onions: Red, Yellow

Shredded Cheese

Freezer Staples:

Chicken Breasts or Thighs

Shrimp

Salmon Fillets

Spinach

Green Beans

Frozen Fruit

Yasso Bars

Sausage links