Basic stuff I try not to run out of

SpicesOil etc.Basic FoodVegetables
  • salt
  • peppercorns (I only use a peppermill)
  • a basil plant (lasts a couple of weeks if watered daily)
  • dried paprika
  • a jar of sambal oelek, best from Conimex, now sold under the name of "Hot Chilli" in the UK
  • Dijon mustard (I'm a great fan of Maille)
  • fresh garlic
  • dried oregano
  • nutmeg (whole, and a grater)
  • worcester sauce (Lea & Perrrins)
  • Soy sauce
  • dried chanterelle mushrooms for gravy
  • beef, pork & vegetable stock cubes
  • cloves
  • dried chilli powder
  • jar of capers
  • mango chutney
  • goose fat (great for vegetables)
  • palm oil for hot frying (steaks)
  • butter
  • olive oil
  • vegetable oil (sunflower)
  • yoghurt (preferably full fat greek)
  • tinned chopped tomatoes
  • tomato concentrate
  • Puy lentils
  • chickpeas
  • pearl barley
  • strong wheat flour
  • cornflour
  • breadcrumbs
  • sugar
  • some pasta (buy the more expensive stuff, it's well worth it)
  • rice
  • a dry white wine (for sauces and for the cook)
  • a dry red wine (for sauces and for the cook)
  • balsamic vinegar
  • onions
  • potatoes
  • carrots
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10best site we've ever been on! Thankyou :-)
10The page with 'the basics' on is an asset to people who like to cook properly and do it fresh - well done keep it up!
9I love cooking and experimenting but I am just a novice this page really helps me to be prepeared.
10Im moving out of home and enjoy cooking but never know how to do it - this site is excellent!
8Try using gratted carrot in the Spaghetti Bolognese. You can not taste it but it gives it body.
7how long would i cook spaghetti bolognese for if i just used mince meat, tomatoes, dolmeo sauce and onions??? how long do i brown the mince meat for????
10i think this is a really good page i wanted to start making hommade meals and wanted to know what not to run out of thankyou
9Good listing of "necessities" down here in Cajun country I would suggest a jar of filo and of course cayenne