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Pantry Basics : Refrigerator and Freezer Foods

If you are just setting up house, you'll need to keep some basic items on hand in your refrigerator and/or freezer to be prepared for any recipe. Most of the items on this list are shelf-stable. Check labels for expiration dates. This is a general guide. Take your own tastes into consideration when selecting your personal pantry basics. At the bottom, you will find links to other pantry basic lists.

•  Herbs & Spices
•  Condiments
•  Staples (standard supplies)
•  Refrigerator and Freezer

Pantry Basics : Refrigerator and Freezer Foods
•  Butter, margarine
•  Cheese: parmesan, cheddar, romano
•  Eggs
•  Fruits
•  Mayonnaise
•  Milk
•  Orange juice: fresh or concentrated
•  Salad dressing
•  Sour cream
•  Vegetables: various frozen
•  Wine: red and white
•  Yogurt, plain

Other Pantry Basics Lists:
•  Herbs and Spices
•  Condiments
•  Staples (standard supplies)

Credits
Adapted from: Great Adventures In Food by Ellen Haas (St. Martin's Press)

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