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Shelf Care: Fridge & Pantry Staples
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items These are the snacks, staples, and ingredients that keep my kitchen running and my cravings satisfied. This list features my can’t live without essentials—the everyday items I reach for again and again. Plus some extra snacks that make me happy.
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I’ve linked the exact products I personally use, and if you decide to grab something, I may earn a small commission from your purchase.
Sections
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Productivity Tools & Tech
Morning Routine Must-Haves
Global Flavor Builders
Quick Meal Makers
Fridge Finds: Beverages & Dairy
The Snack Drawer: Grab & Go
Productivity Tools & Tech
These are the helpful extras I use to shop smarter and stay informed. This includes my favorite app for scanning food items (like Yuka!) and any smart storage solutions or guides that simplify my kitchen routine.
This app makes it super easy to scan foods and personal care products to see how healthy (or not) they are. It breaks down ingredients, additives, and nutrition scores so you can make quick swaps for better options. Super handy when shopping. I don’t...
Yuka - Food & Cosmetic Scanner
The accuracy is essential for following recipes exactly, ensuring proper portion control for my health goals, and making meal prep effortless.
Etekcity Digital Food Scale (Stainless Steel)
These glass jars are perfect for elevating the look of the pantry while keeping food fresh! The airtight seal is super secure. The wide mouth makes it easy to scoop from the jars.
Airtight Borosilicate Glass Canister Set
Morning Routine Must-Haves
Everything I reach for to start my day, no matter how busy I am. This includes my preferred coffees, teas, and quick breakfast grabs that help me get energized and out the door quickly.
This coldbrew lives in my fridge. My boyfriend usually makes my ice coffee for me in the morning with this.
CoolBrew Mocha Coffee
When I want to skip the coffee jitters but still need a serious boost, this is what I reach for. It’s a great functional drink that keeps me focused and energetic without the afternoon crash.
Make Wellness Energized | Daily Energy & Focus
My go to organic, natural raw honey. It is a staple sweetener in my routine.
Nature Nate's Honey: 100% Pure, Raw and Unfiltered Honey
This is my secret weapon for elevating my coffee!
DaVinci Gourmet Caramel Syrup
Seed Cycling is one of the most effective natural ways to help your hormones and PMS symptoms. I mix it into my yogurt.
Funk It Wellness Seed Cycling Kit | Organic PMS Relief
This is my daily collagen ritual. It contains collagen peptides to support joint and muscle health, plus NR for cellular energy. It's unflavored and mixes easily into coffee or the energized mix for an effortless morning boost.
Collagen Fit
This is the highest-quality granola I've found! It's made with sprouted oats and hemp seeds, making it a nutritious and fiber-rich choice. It's fantastic topped with milk, yogurt, or just eaten straight from the bag.
Organic Sprouted Oat Granola Honey Hemp
Global Flavor Builders
This section is dedicated to the flavor essentials. These are the unique sauces, spices, and oils I use to easily elevate simple recipes and give any home-cooked meal a massive flavor upgrade.
I like this olive oil because it is in glass, organic, cold pressed and extra virgin.
Terra Delyssa Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 34 fl. oz. Glass
I try to always get organic oils in glass. I love avocado oil.
Chosen Foods 100% Pure Organic Avocado Oil 16.9 fl Oz
When I pick up coconut oil, I always go for organic and cold-pressed—bonus points if it’s packaged in glass. 🌿 One of my favorite little kitchen hacks is using it to keep my cast iron pans in great shape. I’ll also stir a spoonful right into the pot...
Spectrum Naturals Organic Unrefined Virgin Coconut Oil
This is my secret to rich, complex flavor in chilis, soups, and roasted vegetables. I use it constantly in the fall to add a warm, smoky depth to quick chicken or sheet-pan dinners.
Organic Smoked Spanish Paprika
This is the ultimate versatile seasoning. I use it to transform plain avocado toast, eggs, cream cheese spreads, or even sprinkle it over hummus for an instant savory upgrade.
Trader Joe's Everything But The Bagel Seasoning
add this seasoning to everything! It’s the perfect blend of savory garlic and salty Parmesan that instantly upgrades popcorn, roasted veggies, or even chicken for a quick dinner.
Kinder's Garlic Parmesan Seasoning
This pesto is a fantastic flavor shortcut! I use it for more than just pasta—it's amazing tossed with roasted vegetables or spread on a quick sandwich. The kale and white cheddar give it a unique, savory depth.
Sonoma Gourmet Kale Pesto
If you don't have this, you need it! The texture and balanced spice of this chili oil instantly adds depth to rice, noodles, dumplings, or even drizzled over roasted vegetables. I like to make dipping sauces too.
Laoganma Spicy Chili Crisp Sauce
A little bit of this oil goes a very long way. I always keep it on hand because it’s essential for authentic Asian-inspired dishes and adds an incredible nutty aroma to simple stir-fries or dipping sauces right before serving.
Roasted Sesame Oil
These are my favorite healthy, savory, and low-calorie crunch! I use them for rolling up rice and veggies, or I just eat the sheets straight from the package for a quick, salty, and satisfying snack.
Seaweed Snacks Teriyaki
Quick Meal Makers
My go to items for lightning-fast weeknight dinners. This section is stocked with the smart ingredients, versatile canned goods, and ready-to-go bases that let me pull together a comforting and satisfying meal on a busy night.
This is the only white rice I buy. It has an amazing natural fragrance and a fluffy, soft texture that instantly elevates simple dinners.
Jasmine Rice
When I need a grain in a literal flash, this is it. It's ready in about 5 minutes with just hot water or broth, making it my go-to for quick side dishes or bulking up a bowl. Its super fluffy. I add whatever seasononing I am in the mood for.
Moroccan-Style Couscous
This is a fantastic pasta for guilt-free weeknight dinners. It has 21g of protein and is high in fiber. I love that it’s healthier than regular noodles.
High Protein Pasta
I always stock this wild-caught salmon because it's a fast, high-quality protein source for weeknight dinners. It cooks up quickly in a pan or oven and is super versatile with any seasoning.
Wild-Caught Sockeye Salmon Fillets
I like these because they are organic and portioned out already.
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
I press it, cube it, and pan-fry it until crispy for quick protein in rice bowls, noodles, or simply tossed in a dipping sauce.
Extra Firm Organic Tofu
I always keep a few cans of beans on hand! They are the absolute fastest protein source for quick salads, grain bowls, or mixing into pasta sauce.
Black Beans
It's quick and easy. Not to mention it tastes amazing.
Rao's Made for Home Chicken Noodle Soup, Quick Ready to Eat Chicken Soup, No Preservatives, 16 oz
The best high-quality, shelf-stable bone broth. I use this for everything—as a nutritious, low-calorie base for quick soups, for cooking rice/couscous, or just sipping on its own for extra protein and collagen.
Zoup! Really Good Beef Bone Broth
I typically make my sauces from scratch, but if I need a quick and easy base I will use this sauce. To enhance it I add a creamy liquid and some cheese.
Organic Roasted Garlic Pasta Sauce
These jarred tomatoes add a pop of intense, rich flavor to pasta, salads, or quick chicken dishes. It’s a simple ingredient that makes weeknight meals feel much more gourmet with zero effort.
Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Oil with Herbs
Carrots can be used for so many things. I always have a huge bag of carrots in my fridge. These go great with hummus as a snack.
Organic Rainbow Whole Carrots
I always keep one of these in the fridge for a healthy, fast lunch. It's a lifesaver when I don't have time to prep, and it's super easy to bulk up with a quick protein source.
Caesar Salad Kit
Fridge Finds: Beverages & Dairy
Everything I keep chilled! This includes my favorite milks, yogurts, fresh cheeses, and the essential cold drinks I stock up on every week for quick grabbing.
100% pure blueberry juice with no added sugar or fillers. Tart, rich, and packed with antioxidants great on its own, mixed into smoothies, or as a boost for mocktails.
I’ve been LOVING blueberry juice recently. I’ve been adding water or coconut water...
Blueberry Juice
All of the flavors are delicious, but my go to that I am constantly grabbing is definitely the Cherry Coke. I like how these are a healthy alternative to soda.
OLIPOP Prebiotic Soda, Cherry Cola,
This one is definitely not the healthiest, but it’s my guilty pleasure. The tropical, sweet flavor is so good that I can’t resist it every now and then.
I know I shouldn’t be drinking it, but sometimes nothing else hits the same. Total throwback vib...
Mountain Dew Soda Pop, Baja Blast
I really do not like using plastic bottles, but buying water in glass got expensive. Here I am back buying Spring Water in plastic.
Ozarka Texas Spring Water
This milk is one of those game-changers for me. It’s ultra-filtered, lactose-free, and has A2 protein, which helps when I want the richness of whole milk without digestive issues.
I love using it for smoothies in the morning, in my baking (cakes, ba...
Pioneer Pastures Ultra-Filtered A2 Lactose-Free Whole Milk
I like the big one because I can scoop out the yogurt and get however much I want per bowl.
Chobani Non-Fat Greek Yogurt Vanilla 32 oz. Tub
I keep plenty of butter on hand. I like salted, but any butter is fine with me.
Land O Lakes Salted Stick Butter
We use ALOT of sour cream in this house. I put it in or on everything from sauces to nachos.
Daisy Sour Cream
I like to add these to ice cream and desserts. I can't decide on my favorite flavor.
Torani Dessert & Drink Sauce Variety Pack
This cheese literally enhances the flavor of anything it's added to.
Lucerne Carolina Reaper Fine Shredded Cheese
Shredded cheese stays in my fridge, I keep multiple packs. I have like 6 bags of different flavors right now, but I will ALWAYS have shredded parmesan.
Finely Shredded Parmesan & Romano
I think everyone has one of these in their fridge, right?
Grated Parmesan Cheese Shaker
I always keep a container of fresh spinach on hand. It's the absolute fastest way to add healthy greens to a quick meal, whether I'm tossing it in a pasta or adding it to my cesar salad kit.
Good & Gather Organic Baby Spinach
This is my favorite healthy afternoon snack paired with veggies or crackers. It's a quick source of protein, and the savory roasted garlic flavor is so much better than regular hummus.
Sabra Roasted Garlic Hummus
The Snack Drawer: Grab & Go
This is my honest rotation of sweet and savory snacks. Whether I need something quick before a workout or a satisfying treat after dinner, this drawer holds my favorite mix of smart, easy options and pure indulgences.
The perfect savory, on the go protein fix. I keep a few of these in my bag. They're a higher quality take on the classic beef stick.
American Wagyu Beef Stick
I always keep a bag of these on hand for a fast, simple protein boost. They're quick, easy to throw in a bag and eat with a meat stick.
String Cheese Mozzarella Cheese Snacks
Tastes like a cookie, works like a protein bar. These vegan bars pack 12g of plant protein and 5g of fiber, so they actually keep you full. Perfect snack when you want something sweet but still balanced.
They come in different flavors, my favorite i...
Lenny & Larry’s Cookie-fied Protein Bar
A snack everyone can enjoy.
These bars are nut-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. Each one has 5g of plant protein and a chewy, seed-based texture that actually tastes good. Perfect for school, work, or a quick breakfast on the go.
Rated in t...
Blake’s Seed Based Protein Bars
I love having a variety of cashews, almonds, and walnuts pre-portioned. They are perfect for throwing into my purse or lunch bag for a fast, healthy fat and protein boost.
Emerald Nuts, 100 Calorie Variety Pack
A classic savory crunch! These are my favorite brand because they use whole-grain sorghum and are just sturdy enough to stand up to dipping in hummus or having a handful plain.
Quinn Gluten Free Sea Salt Pretzels
These are the “healthier” version of Doritos. I think I like these more than the regular ones. I feel less guilty eating them.
Simply Doritos Chips White Cheddar Nacho Flavored
These are my go-to when I want a quick, naturally sweet snack without any added sugar. They are perfect for a pre-workout energy boost or when I just need something chewy and satisfying.
Kirkland Signature Organic Dried Mangoes
These are the best low-sugar dessert swap! They taste exactly like a traditional peanut butter cup but use stevia, so I feel less guilty when I grab a couple after dinner.
Lily's Peanut Butter Cups Milk Chocolate
The ultimate sweet treat. These are so decadent and rich, and the combination of chocolate, gooey caramel, and sea salt makes them feel like a gourmet indulgence. They taste like heaven in your mouth.
Sanders Milk Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels
Freezer Favorites: Sweet Treats & Frozen Meals
his section is dedicated to the chilled and frozen items that make life easier (and sweeter). My must-have ice creams, frozen quick meals, and other treats I keep stocked in the freezer.
I am not ashamed to say that I reach for this when I don't want to prepare a meal. This is super quick and easy. Just throw it in the oven for a little while and dinner is served.
Stouffer's Classic Lasagna with Meat and Sauce
Mushrooms aren't exactly my favorite, but this pizza is so good.
Bettergoods Italian Wood-Fired Mushroom and Truffle Pizza
I LOVE LOVE LOVE these chicken nuggets. I have all of the flavors, but these are my favorite.
Pilgrim's Buttery Popcorn Chicken
This mix is a lifesaver for fast weeknight meals. It's the easiest way to add a ton of veggies to your quick rice bowls, chicken stir-fries, or even just as a simple side dish.
Sugar Snap Pea Stir-Fry
The best quick breakfast for a busy morning! These are protein-packed and ready in the toaster, making them a healthier and faster alternative to traditional frozen waffles. Plus they have chocolate chips.
Kodiak Protein-Packed Chocolate Chip Power Waffles
I always keep a bag of these frozen blueberries on hand! Since they are wild-grown, they have a higher antioxidant count than regular blueberries.
Frozen Wild Blueberries
This is the best frozen apple pie I have ever tasted in my life. I will never purchase any other frozen apple pie besides this one. They do not compare.
Marie Callender's Dutch Apple Pie,
I am assuming this is seasonal? ITS MY FAVORITE. I buy multiple of these at a time when I see them in the store.
Blue Bell Gooey Butter Cake