Recently I began noticing several posts talking about the ’50 most important things to have in your pantry’ and such. Granted the idea was a good one, in some cases eye opening, but here’s the thing. My pantry list could be quite different from yours.
How can that be?
Easy. I stock my pantry based on the things I actually eat and need to create the meals I enjoy. That list might not be the same as yours.
Many years ago I brought in a homemade from scratch cake for a coworker’s birthday. She was shocked to learn that I had everything I needed to make the cake and frosting in my pantry.
I know many folks who would react the same way as my coworker. The concept of having things on hand for a last minute cookery adventure boggles the mind.
Remember the meal planning we talked about?
When you have a clear idea of what you want to eat and what that takes, then create a pantry to make those meals, you have the power to change your mind at the last minute.
You don’t have to buy everything at once. See Mindy Mom over on YouTube has some great videos that cover stocking a pantry on a budget in addition to a huge variety of budget meals. Check her out.
Back to that list
You will discover your ’50 most important things to have in your pantry’ as you create your meal plans and shopping lists. You might be surprised to see how it evolves over time.
Happy cooking!
