All-purpose flour
Granulated sugar
Brown sugar
Powdered sugar
Baking soda
Baking powder
Cornstarch
Active dry yeast
Vanilla extract
Cocoa powder
White & brown rice
Spaghetti / long pasta
Penne / short pasta
Rolled oats
Quinoa or couscous
Egg noodles
Breadcrumbs
Dried lentils / beans
Diced tomatoes
Tomato paste & sauce
Pasta / marinara sauce
Black & kidney beans
Chickpeas
Corn & green beans
Tuna or chicken
Chicken / veg broth
Coconut milk
Salsa
Olive oil
Vegetable / canola oil
Cooking spray
Balsamic & white vinegar
Soy sauce
Ketchup & mustard
Mayonnaise
Honey & maple syrup
Keep this taped inside a cabinet door. A quick glance before you shop means fewer forgotten basics and fewer duplicate jars.
Salt & black pepper
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Paprika
Ground cumin
Chili powder
Cinnamon
Italian seasoning
Oregano & basil
Red pepper flakes
Bay leaves
Milk
Butter
Eggs
Cheese
Yogurt
Minced garlic
Lemon / lime juice
Tortillas
Cereal & oatmeal
Peanut / nut butter
Jam & jelly
Crackers
Granola bars
Nuts & dried fruit
Popcorn & pretzels
Coffee
Tea
Chocolate chips
Frozen mixed vegetables
Frozen berries & fruit
Chicken breast / thighs
Ground beef or turkey
Sliced bread
Butter / puff pastry
Backup freezer meal
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