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The Ultimate New Home Grocery Shopping List
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When moving into a new home, you’re also moving into a fridge and pantry that are completely empty. With so much else going on, let us help you choose the stock-up essentials to make your new space feel like home. Here’s a comprehensive guide to filling your kitchen with necessities, saving you time, money, and future shopping trips.
Bulk Essentials
Buying in bulk can be a smart move when setting up your new home. Here are some considerations:
- Cost per Unit: Compare prices to ensure bulk buys are cheaper.
- Storage Space: Ensure you have enough space to store bulk items.
- Expiration Dates: Prioritize items with long shelf lives like pasta and paper goods.
Paper Items and Cleaning Supplies
Start with these basics to keep your new home clean and organized:
- Toilet paper
- Toilet cleaner and brush
- Paper towels and napkins
- Tissues
- Trash and Ziploc bags
- Laundry detergent, stain remover, fabric softener
- Dishwashing soap and sponges
- Dishwasher detergent
- Glass and stainless steel cleaner
- All-purpose cleaners (Lysol, Mr. Clean)
- Floor cleaner (wood, carpet if necessary)
- Swiffer with dry and wet pads (or mop and bucket)
- Plastic wrap, aluminum foil, wax paper, parchment paper
- Light bulbs
Fresh Food Essentials
Stock up on fresh produce to ensure you have healthy options:
- Fruits: Apples, oranges, bananas, clementines, lemons, limes, berries, grapes, peaches, plums
- Vegetables: Avocados, tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, spinach, broccoli, asparagus, green beans, celery, carrots, potatoes, peppers, onions
Meats, Fish, and Proteins
Ensure a balanced diet with these protein sources:
- Eggs
- Deli meats
- Chicken, fish, shrimp
- Steak, ground beef or turkey, hot dogs, ground sausage, bacon, pork chops
Dairy
Don’t forget dairy products for cooking and baking:
- Milk, butter, half and half
- Cream cheese, cottage cheese, cheese slices
- Yogurt
Bakery
Keep your mornings and snacks delightful with these bakery items:
- Bread, rolls, pitas
- Bagels, English muffins, muffins, donuts
- Cookies, cakes
Basic Kitchen Staples
Baking essentials are a must for any home:
- Flour, sugar, brown sugar
- Baking soda, baking powder, yeast
- Vanilla extract, shortening, chocolate chips, breadcrumbs
Frozen Food Essentials
Frozen foods are perfect for quick meals during the hectic unpacking period:
- Frozen vegetables (peas, green beans, carrots, corn, mixed vegetables)
- Frozen fruit (berries, mango, peaches)
- Frozen meat (burgers, chicken nuggets)
- Pizza, French fries, waffles, ice cream
Canned, Jarred, and Boxed Items
These non-perishable items are essential for easy meal prep:
- Breakfast cereal, rice, dry beans, pasta
- Pasta sauce, canned soup, canned beans, canned vegetables, canned tuna
- Chicken, vegetable, or beef broth
Snack Staples
Don’t forget your favorite snacks:
- Crackers, chips, pretzels
- Popcorn, nuts
- Microwavable snacks (Bagel Bites, Hot Pockets)
Beverage Essentials
Keep hydrated and caffeinated with these beverages:
- Coffee, tea
- Bottled water or a water pitcher with a filter
- Seltzer water, juice, soda
Spices and Seasonings
Enhance your meals with a variety of spices:
- Salt, pepper, red pepper flakes
- Parsley, paprika, Italian seasoning
- Chili powder, cumin, basil, oregano, rosemary, dill
- Ginger, cinnamon, garlic, cilantro
Condiments and Sauces
Don’t forget these flavor enhancers:
- Oil (olive, vegetable, canola, sesame)
- Vinegar (white, balsamic), salad dressings
- Ketchup, mustard, relish, pickles
- Maple syrup, honey, soy sauce, hot sauces
- BBQ sauce, steak sauce, mayo, jam or jelly, nut butter
Personal Care Items
Ensure you have everything for personal hygiene:
- Hand soap, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner
- Bar soap or body wash, facial cleaner, lotion
- Cotton swabs, toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss
- Shaving cream, feminine products, hair styling products
- Razors, Band-Aids, antibiotic ointment, anti-inflammatory medicine (Advil)
With these essentials, your new home will be stocked and ready for comfortable living.
Once you pick up all the items you need on this ultimate new home grocery shopping list, you’ll be ready to settle into your first apartment or brand new home.
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