Wednesday, January 5, 2011

out with the old and in with the new

it's a new year! for most of us that means new resolutions like eating better and saving money. . .how about you start by cleaning out the fridge and pantry. a well stocked pantry can help you when you're making dinner. and a clean fridge makes it easier to see what the hell you got in there. if you are just getting started on the whole "cooking at home thing" and building your pantry i suggest adding a few pantry items to your grocery list each week. the cost will be spread out and won't be such a downer. here's the list that i go by and send out to our provision subscription clients. . .for FREE! use it and get organized, healthy, and save a few bucks.

grains + legumes:
dried &/or canned beans (cannellini, black, & kidney)
rice (white, brown, & quick cooking)
assorted pasta shapes
couscous
quick-cooking polenta &/or cornmeal
barley
oatmeal
flours (white & whole wheat)

oil + vinegars:
balsamic vinegar
olive oil
white vinegar
cider vinegar
vegetable oil

cans + jars:
anchovies
dried mushrooms
sun-dried tomatoes
roasted red peppers
capers
olives
tomato paste
marinated artichokes
tomatoes ( whole, diced, crushed, pureed)
soup (tomato, cream of chicken, & cream of mushroom)
broth (chicken, beef, & vegetable)
honey
garlic, minced

frozen + veggies:
onions
potatoes
puff pastry, frozen
peas, frozen
spinach, frozen

baking + extras:
bread crumbs
sugars (white, brown, & powdered)
baking soda
cinnamon
cloves
baking powder
active dry yeast
nutmeg, dried
ginger, dried

herbs + seasonings:
crushed red pepper
chili powder
cumin
basil, dried
oregano, dried
thyme, dried
garlic salt
onion powder
black pepper
salt


p.s. check out the fashion cleaners blog for our shout out! thanks, ashley!

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