Kitchen Basics
The Pantry Checklist
Print this once and stock your kitchen from scratch. Work through it aisle by aisle, once these are in the cupboard, most of The Kitchen is already within reach. Fresh herbs and produce you'll buy weekly (see the Grocery List).
Oils & Vinegars
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Avocado oil
- Balsamic vinegar
- Red wine vinegar
- White wine vinegar
- Apple cider vinegar
Aromatics & Citrus
- Garlic
- Yellow onions
- Red onions
- Shallots
- Lemons
- Limes
Tomatoes
- San Marzano whole tomatoes
- Diced tomatoes
- Tomato paste
- Sun-dried tomatoes
Mediterranean Favorites
- Kalamata olives
- Castelvetrano olives
- Capers
- Roasted red peppers
Beans & Legumes
- Chickpeas
- Cannellini beans
- Great Northern beans
- Lentils
- White beans
Whole Grains
- Farro
- Quinoa
- Brown rice
- Oats
- Bulgur
- Whole wheat couscous
Nuts & Seeds
- Almonds
- Walnuts
- Pistachios
- Pecans
- Pumpkin seeds
- Sunflower seeds
- Chia seeds
- Flaxseed
- Hemp hearts
- Sesame seeds
Cheeses & Dairy
- Feta
- Parmesan
- Pecorino Romano
- Ricotta
- Fresh mozzarella
- Goat cheese
- Greek yogurt
Dried Herbs & Spices
- Oregano
- Basil
- Thyme
- Rosemary
- Italian seasoning
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
- Smoked paprika
- Cumin
- Coriander
- Cinnamon
- Crushed red pepper
- Turmeric
Sweeteners & Nut Butters
- Raw honey
- Maple syrup
- Dates
- Cocoa powder
- Dark chocolate
- Almond butter
- Tahini