What is a Working Pantry?
A working pantry is a modest-sized pantry, it isn’t too big or too small. Most of us have the space for a working pantry of some sort. In this day and age, anywhere you can store pantry items can be considered your working pantry. A lot of people use open shelving for their pantry. You can also use cabinetry for your pantry. The picture above is part of my small kitchen. I wish it was larger, but it is what it is. Mark and I cook meals in this kitchen and it brings me joy every single day.
Some of My Favorite Tools
11-Inch Danish Whisk
Mixing Bowls
12-inch Cast Iron Pan
Measuring Cups
2 Cup OXO Measuring Cup
Measuring Cups & Spoons
One-Pound Bread Pans
What You Need In Your Working Pantry
Let’s break it down into sections, please tell me items you think I should add to each section. I think we can all learn from each other. Remember that everyone’s pantry is different, so this is just my advice. You can always add or take away what you’d like based on your own priorities and cooking preferences. So, let’s get started. Thank you to Heidi, Deborah, and Leanne for previewing my list before I had the PRINTABLE made.
I left off fresh fruit and vegetables because we like to buy those items in the season for the best flavor. Plus, if our garden is producing we will pick fresh vegetables from our own yard. If not, we can buy items from the local Farmer’s Market.
Baking Items
Flour
Sugar
Brown Sugar
Powdered Sugar
Baking Powder
Baking Soda
Salt
Honey
Vanilla
Oil
Instant Milk
Cocoa
Molasses
Sweeteners
Honey
Sugar
Brown Sugar
Stevia
Non-Calorie Sweetener
Molasses
Your Favorite Oils and Vinegar
Olive Oil
Coconut Oil
Avocado Oil
Canola Oil
Vegetable Oil
Balsamic
Rice Vinegar
Red Wine Vinegar
Apple Cider Vinegar
White Vinegar
Spices and Seasonings
Salt
Pepper
Cinnamon
Chili Powder
Cumin
Taco Seasoning
Garlic Powder/Salt
Onion Powder
Parsley
Au Jus
Vanilla
Bay Leaves
Sweet Basil
Lemon Pepper
True Brand Lemon
True Brand Lime
Pumpkin Pie Spice
Cloves
Nutmeg
Bulk Food
Beans
Black Beans
Pinto Beans
Rice
Pasta
Wheat
Flour
Sugar
Brown Sugar
Cornmeal
Oatmeal
Instant/Dehydrated Potatoes
Popcorn
Dairy Items in the Fridge
Buttermilk
Milk
Eggs
Cheese
Cream Cheese
Sour Cream
Butter
Yogurt
Coffee Creamer
Fridge Stuff
Salad Dressing
Lemon Juice
Lime Juice
Orange Juice
Pickles
Salad stuff
Spinach
Carrots
Celery
Condiments
Mayonnaise
Miracle Whip
Mustard
Ketchup
Worcestershire Sauce
Soy Sauce
BBQ Sauce
Frequently Used Fresh Vegetables
Potatoes
Sweet Potatoes
Garlic
Onions
Tomatoes
Stuff in the Freezer
Peas
Chopped Onions
Broccoli
Bacon
Beef
Chicken
Pork
Shredded Cheese
Bread
Yeast
Wheat Gluten
Dough Enhancer
Nuts
Almonds
Pecans
Walnuts
Pinenuts
Food in Jars
Spaghetti Sauce
Pizza Sauce
Pickles
Gravy
Pimentos
Alfredo Sauce
Hot Peppers
Canned Vegetables
Green Beans
Corn
Carrots
Potatoes
Asparagus
Beets
Peas
Pumpkin
Sweet Potatoes
Diced Tomatoes
Tomato Sauce
Tomato Paste
Bean Sprouts
Water Chestnuts
Olives
Canned Fruits
Fruit Cocktail
Peaches
Applesauce
Pears
Mandarin Oranges
Cherries
Apricots
Pie Filling
Canned Meats/Proteins
Chicken
Hamburger
Turkey
Shredded Beef
Roast Beef and Gravy
Ham
BBQ Pork
Spam
Corned Beef
Salmon
Sardines
Tuna
Beans
Pinto Beans
Black Beans
White Bean
Chili Beans
Kidney Beans
Odds and Ends We Need
Olives
Water Chestnuts
Green Chilies
Canned MIlk
Sweetened Condensed Milk
Crackers
Instant or Powdered Milk
Peanut Butter & Jam
Cream of Chicken Soup
Cream of Mushroom Soup
Progresso Soups
Teriyaki Sauce
Sweet Chili Sauce
Coffee
Tea
Hot Cocoa
Paper Products
Paper Plates
Cold Paper Cups
Hot Paper Cups/Lids
Straws
Plastic Silverware
Napkins
Paper Towels
Garbage Bags
Pet Supplies
Dog Food
Dog Treats
Dog Chews
Cat Food
Cat Treats
Cat Litter
Vitamins
What You Need In Your Working Pantry
You may be wondering why you may need these items in a working pantry. Well, when it comes to your pantry and you are an avid cook, you are always using the various products and always cooking new and fun meals. So, it makes complete sense to have a list of items that you need to have on hand at all times. The next time you go to the store, you can simply grab a few things that you don’t have now. You can also restock items that you ran out of. A working pantry is a very important part of any household!
My Favorite Recipes To Use With Your Working Pantry
Dinner Rolls
Dinner Rolls for 2
Dinner Rolls for 4
Bread Recipes
Cinnamon Rolls
Flour Tortillas
Biscuits
2-Ingredient Biscuits
Cream Chipped Beef
Pioneer Recipes
Grocery List Printable
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What You Need In Your Working Pantry Printable
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Final Word
I hope you enjoyed what you need in your working pantry tips today. It’s all about having your own mini grocery store at home. We can teach our kids and grandkids how to cook from scratch and how to make fewer visits to the grocery store. You start stocking your home with food items you eat on a regular basis and rotate as needed. May God Bless this world, Linda
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