My pantry isn’t anything complicated. It’s just the things I reach for over and over again when I’m cooking or baking. These are the staples that make everything feel easier. The kind of ingredients you can build a lot from without needing a full gro...
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Baking Staples
Everyday Cooking Staples
Flavor Basics
Baking Staples
This is the base of almost everything I bake. I keep it stocked because it’s one of those things you always end up needing last minute.
Gold Medal All Purpose Flour - 2lbs
Simple and necessary. I use this for most of my recipes so I always make sure I have it on hand.
C&H Premium Pure Cane Granulated Sugar 2 lb. Carton
Adds a deeper flavor that makes baked goods feel a little more comforting. I use this a lot for cookies and anything softer.
C&H Premium Pure Cane Light Brown Sugar - 2lbs
One of those ingredients you don’t think about until you don’t have it. I keep a fresh one so recipes actually turn out right.
Same idea. Small but important. It’s part of what makes things rise and come together properly.
ARM & HAMMER Pure Baking Soda - 1lb
I don’t use this every day, but when I need it there’s no substitute. It’s what makes frosting and simple finishes come together.
C&H Premium Cane Powdered Sugar - 2lbs
A good boxed cake mix is the base for everyone of my "Pretty Easy Cake" recipes. I like to keep a few flavors on hand for when I'm in mood to make a sweet treat.
Duncan Hines Classic White Cake Mix, 15.25 oz.
You just can't go wrong with a dark chocolate brownie. Having these boxed brownie mixes oh hand is such a time saver when a craving hits.
Duncan Hines Brownie Mix, Dark Chocolate Fudge, 18.2 oz.
Everyday Cooking Staples
This is what I use for most cooking. It’s simple and works for almost everything without overthinking it.
Graza Sizzle Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Cooking - 750ml
You don’t need anything fancy. Just something consistent that you can use every day.
Morton Salt - 26oz
A basic but something I use constantly. It just finishes things without needing much effort.
McCormick Coarse Ground Black Pepper - 3.12 oz
I always keep some version of garlic on hand. It makes quick meals feel more put together.
Spice World Minced Garlic - 8oz
This is something I use more than I expected. It helps with texture and thickening without overcomplicating anything.
Argo 100% Pure Corn Starch - 16oz
I always keep some kind of pasta in the pantry. It’s one of the easiest meals to fall back on when I don’t feel like thinking.
No Yolks Extra Broad Egg White Noodles, 12 ounce bag
This is one of those things I always reach for. It works for quick breakfasts, snacks, or even adding into recipes.
Skippy Creamy Peanut Butter - 40oz
I like having a natural sweetener on hand. It’s something I use in small ways that end up making a difference.
Nate's Honey 100% Pure Raw Unfiltered Organic Honey - 16oz
Flavor Basics
I use this a lot more than I expect, especially in baking and simple breakfasts.
McCormick Kosher Ground Cinnamon, 7.12 oz Bottle
This is a small upgrade but it makes a difference. It adds a deeper flavor when I want something to feel a little more finished.
Nielsen Massey Vanilla Bean Paste, 10 Fluid Ounce
This adds more flavor without much effort. I use it when I want something to feel more put together.
