Pantry Essentials

When you prepare for any journey, it is prudent to pack the right equipment with you. Cooking is no different. This list constitutes my essentials for any pantry when it comes to cooking like a pro from the comfort of your own home. You may not need all of this when you start, but you’ll be glad you have it as you progress from a greenhorn to a master.

All Spice
All-Purpose Flour
Baking Powder
Baking Powder
Baking Soda
Black Pepper
Bread Crumbs
Brown Sugar

Canned Tomatoes
Cayenne
Chicken and Beef Bouillon Cubes
Chicken and Beef Broth
Chili Powder
Cinnamon
Coriander
Corn Starch
Crackers
Cream of Tarter
Cumin

Dried Herbs – Basil / Oregano/ /Thyme
Garlic Powder
Ginger Powder
Granulated Sugar
Honey
Jasmine Rice
Mixed Nuts
Nutmeg – Whole or ground
Olive Oil

Panko
Paprika
Pasta – Spaghetti, Linguini, Penne
Peanut Oil
Red Chili Flakes
Salt
Sweetened Condensed Milk

Thyme
Tomato paste
Truffle Oil
Vanilla Extract
Vegetable Oil
Vegetable Oil (Canola)
Vinegar (white wine)