Herbs, Spices & Flavorings
- Fine salt and coarse sea salt or kosher salt
- Black peppercorns
- Onions
- Garlic
- Fresh Ginger
- Curry paste
- Dried herbs: bay leaves, sage, thyme leaves, oregano, basil leaves
- Spices: coriander seeds, ground cinnamon, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, crushed red pepper, nutmeg, ground ginger
- Pure vanilla extract
- Lemons, limes and/oranges
Oils, Vinegars & Condiments
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Canola oil
- Balsamic and red-or white-wine vinegar
- Reduced-sodium soy sauce
- Olives
- Capers
- Pimentos
- Dijon mustard
- Worcestershire sauce
- Ketchup
Grains & Canned Goods
- Assorted whole-wheat pastas
- Brown rice
- Quick-cook barley
- Whole-wheat couscous
- Corn tortillas
- Plain dry breadcrumbs
- Diced tomatoes
- Tomato paste
- Reduced-sodium chicken broth, beef broth and/or vegetable broth
- Beans (cannellini, black, red kidney, great northern, etc.)
- Clam juice
- Artichoke hearts
- Reduced-fat cream of chicken and cream or mushroom soup
- Evaporated skim milk
Nuts & Seeds
- A variety of walnuts, pecans, almonds, and/or pine nuts
- Sesame seeds
Refrigerator Staples
- Low-fat milk
- Low-fat plain yogurt
- Reduced-fat sour cream
- Reduced-fat cream cheese
- Butter (preferably unsalted) and/or margarine
- Eggs (large) and/or egg substitute
- Parmesan or Romano cheese
- Dry white wine (may substitute nonalcoholic wine)
Freezer Staples
- Frequently used frozen vegetables, e.g., spinach, peas, peppers
- Frozen berries (blackberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
- Low-fat vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt
Here's to healthier eating habits!
Blessings for a Glorious Day!
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