Dani's Corner

Dani Spies is a Certified Health and Nutrition Counselor, Fitness Trainer and Mom who is passionate about finding simple ways to make real, whole, nutrtious foods a part of an everyday kitchen. More about Dani »

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In The Pantry

These are the basics that I like to keep stocked up in my kitchen.  This list will give you a good jumpstart when you're whippin' up a QuickBite.

Pantry:

  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Canola oil
  • Toasted sesame oil
  • Cooking spray
  • Vinegar
  • Chicken and Veggie broth
  • Canned Tomatoes
  • Canned beans
  • Dried pasta
  • Couscous
  • Rice
  • Grains
  • Oats
  • Soy sauce
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • Mustard
  • Capers
  • Jarred roasted peppers
  • Olives
  • Nuts
  • Raisins

Dried Herbs and Spices:

  • Bay leaves
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Cinnamon
  • Cumin
  • Garlic powder
  • Nutmeg
  • Oregano
  • Thyme
  • Sea Salt
  • Kosher salt
  • Vanilla extract

Baking:

  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Brown sugar
  • Granulated sugar
  • Cornstarch
  • White flour
  • Whole wheat flour
  • Chocolate (an assortment)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Pure maple syrup
  • Honey
  • Vanilla extract

In the Fridge:

  • Low fat milk
  • Low fat plain yogurt
  • Soy milk
  • Eggs
  • Egg whites
  • Low fat cheeses

In the Freezer:

  • Frozen veggies (peas, spinach, broccoli, etc.)
  • Frozen fruits (berries, pineapple, mango, etc.)

Fresh:

  • Garlic
  • Onions
  • Ginger
  • Lemons