Confused about what you might need for your kitchen when moving to your first place? Check out this handy guide on kitchen and pantry staples (thanks to Dining Services)! Keep in mind that you can take this list and modify it to suit your own needs.
We have also reproduced the information below so be sure to continue reading!
This is an article from the Simple Dollar called Teaching Yourself to Cook at Home: Ten Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
It has some great tips like “Measuring your ingredients beforehand,” which is something that I’m going to try.
Check out this great article on Saving Money on Groceries!
One of the tips is using a Price Book, which I have found extremely helpful myself. It helps me keep track of my spending habits as well as the cost of items so that I can buy the cheapest and best product.
Check out this article for information about how long you can store food for in a pantry, fridge or freezer.
Cooking is not as hard as you may think. Don’t be afraid to try something new or out of your comfort zone. It’s okay if things don’t turn out perfectly. It’s also okay to keep it simple and easy. You have to find what works for you. Learning to cook is actually a life-long journey. You just have to start somewhere.
Cooking your own meals is the best way to know what’s in your food and therefore what you are putting into your body. It’s also the most budget-friendly way to eat. Both of these things make it worth the time and effort!
Be sure to check out the book Good and Cheap by Leanne Brown!
