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Home Staples: Always Have on Hand

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Setting up your home or just restocking? This is the ultimate list of home staples I always keep on hand, from pantry essentials and fresh groceries to toiletries and household basics. Perfect for budget-conscious home cooks and anyone looking to sta...
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Grocery

A well-stocked pantry makes everyday cooking easier, more budget-friendly, and way less stressful. Keeping kitchen essentials on hand—like grains, canned goods, baking staples, and fresh basics—means you can whip up a meal without last-minute grocery...
 
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Favorite yogurt I will mix this into overnight oats, smoothies or just portion it out. Better to buy the bigger container cheaper in the long run.
The Greek Gods Probiotic Honey Vanilla Greek Yogurt, 32 oz
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I usually buy 5lb bags of cheese I’ll portion it out and freeze half for later so it doesn’t go bad but it’s cheaper by the pound this way!
Great Value Finely Shredded Fiesta Blend Cheese, 80 oz
 
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Great for sauces and a necessity for our weekly taco night!
Great Value Original Sour Cream, 24 oz
 
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I just prefer to buy pancake mix in bulk it makes mornings easy.
Buttermilk Pancake Mix | Flours | Nuts.com
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Basic white sugar I keep key baking ingredients on hand and do a lot of my own baking!
Great Value Pure Granulated Sugar, 4 lb
 
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When I first moved into my apartment and was restocking groceries I completely forgot butter. I always get unsalted I can control the salt intake better and it’s preferred for baking
Great Value Sweet Cream Unsalted Butter, 16 oz Box, 4 Sticks, Refrigerated
 
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Also if you need any specialty flowers they have a wide selection to choose from!
Almond Flour
 
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I generally keep chicken breasts on hand and will buy in bulk as much as possible because I’ll portion and freeze. Bulk buying proteins and cheeses and things you know you will eat is always cheaper in the long run!
Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, 4.7-6.1 lb Tray
 
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Coconut oil is a great multi use product to keep in hand in your house ALWAYS!
Betterbody Foods Virgin Organic Coconut Oil, 28.0 fl oz

Snacks

Snacking should be both delicious and practical, and that’s why I love bulk shopping from Nuts.com—tons of variety, high-quality ingredients, and the best part? No grocery store trips required! Stocking up on dried fruits, nuts, trail mixes, and heal...
 
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I love Green Tea its one of my favorites and I will buy it in bulk.
Jasmine Green Tea | Green Teas & Matcha | Nuts.com
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I love gunpowder tea add a little honey and mmmm.
Gunpowder Tea | Green Teas & Matcha | Nuts.com
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I just like the sourdough pretzel nuggets and nuts.com makes it so easy to buy bulk snack foods.
Sourdough Pretzel Nuggets | Pretzels | Nuts.com
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You will fall in love with this popcorn once you try it! Don't believe me? Try it.
Truffle Herb & Parmesan Popcorn | Popcorn | Nuts.com
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I pick different varieties of trail mix to try every time it depends on what I am feeling. Its perfect for me to throw into a bag and bring to work with me as a snack.
Detox Mix
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My boyfriend is a sucker for beef jerky (and I am too) I like the flavors from Nuts and they also have salmon jerky which I never see anywhere!
Sweet Heat Grass Fed Beef Jerky | Jerky & Meat Snacks | Nuts.com
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Goldfish but better staple easy in my house, go to for snacking.
Cheddar Whale Crackers | Crackers | Nuts.com
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Think healthy cheeto
Cheddar Cheese Sticks | Cheese Sticks | Nuts.com
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Trying to sneak veggies in everywhere I can that includes veggie chips!
Veggie Chips | Bagel, Fruit & Veggie Chips | Nuts.com
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I like picking a variety of different granolas and will usually change it up with each order.
Cereal & Granola | Nuts.com
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Spices

A well-stocked spice cabinet is the key to flavorful, budget-friendly home cooking. With just a few essential spices and seasonings, you can create endless homemade blends that elevate your meals—no need to buy expensive pre-made mixes! From classic ...
 
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I like putting red pepper flakes in my eggs 🤷‍♀️
Great Value Crushed Red Pepper, 1.75 oz
 
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I buy salt in bulk and just have a shaker that i refill.
Morton Salt Coarse Kosher Salt – for Cooking, Grilling, Brining, & Salt Rimming, 48 oz box
 
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I always have a separate shaker I refill for pepper as well!
Great Value Ground Black Pepper, 6 oz
 
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I use adobo as my all purpose seasoning and it’s the best very very versatile!
Goya All Purpose Seasoning with Pepper, 8 OZ
 
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I think onion powder is a basic everyone should have in their kitchen.
McCormick Kosher Onion Powder, 7.62 oz Bottle
 
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Garlic powder is a NECESSITY IN MY HOME! We love garlic here!
McCormick Kosher Garlic Powder, 8.75 oz Bottle
 
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We have taco night at least once a week and cumin and ground beef were made to go together!
Great Value Ground Cumin, 2.5 oz
 
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I am a sucker for Italian and always have this on hand easy to reach for for quick dinners!
McCormick Perfect Pinch Italian Seasoning, 2.25 oz Bottle
 
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Adds a little more depth in flavor perfect for tacos!
Great Value Paprika, 2.5 oz
 
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If you are looking to give your recipes a subtle kick chilli powder is a great place to start if you aren’t into the most spicest food.
Great Value Organic Chili Powder with Salt, 2 oz