A well-organized kitchen pantry makes cooking at home easy, saving you time and reducing stress. With an organizational strategy that makes sense for you and your lifestyle, you can easily find ingredients and reduce the clutter that gets in your way. Keep reading for pantry organization tips from our experts!
Clean It Out
Before you can start organizing, you need to take everything out of your pantry. Give the space a good clean and get rid of any expired or stale items or things you won’t use.
Divide Into Categories
Sort your pantry items into categories such as baking supplies, canned goods, snacks, pasta/grains, and spices. Group them together so you can easily find what you’re looking for or get a sense of what you have with a glance. similar items together makes it easier to find what you need and see what you have at a glance. You can even use clear containers or bins for each category to make it even easier.
Optimize Shelf Space
Make the most of the space you have available with space-savers like shelf risers, lazy Susans, and stacking bins. All of these solutions help you to eliminate wasted space
First In, First Out
The “first in, first out” method helps to ensure you’re using food items before they expire. After you shop, put the new items at the back of the shelf and push the older ones forward to eliminate food waste.
Decant Whenever Possible
Decanting items like grains, nuts, and snacks into uniform containers can significantly cut down on clutter. Keep the original packaging or note the expiration dates on the containers so that you know what’s fresh.
Utilize the Door Space
The back of your pantry door is a great way to take advantage of underutilized space! Install racks or pockets to hold smaller items – hanging shoe racks are great for this.
Create a Snack Zone
Designate a specific area for snacks, especially if you have kids. Use baskets or bins to keep snacks organized and within reach, and prevent any rummaging around.
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