Pantry Staples Every Home Cook Needs

Build a pantry that cooks for you

A well-stocked pantry means dinner is never more than a few minutes of thought away.

The essentials

• Oils & acids: olive oil, a neutral oil, red wine vinegar, lemons.
• Aromatics: onions, garlic, ginger.
• Tins: crushed tomatoes, chickpeas, coconut milk.
• Grains: rice, pasta, couscous.
• Spices: cumin, smoked paprika, chilli flakes, good salt and pepper.

With just these, you can make a lentil soup, a tomato pasta or a quick curry without a shopping trip.