ALL THE ESSENTIALS YOUR WINTER PANTRY NEEDS:
As we move onto the latter half of the year, temperature drops down, weather gets cold and food choices change too. Do you have this question consistently running through your mind on how to stock up your winter pantry? With all the winter essentials you might need when the nights get more and more cold. 
You don’t have to worry as Food Tribune is ready to answer all your winter pantry related questions through this blog. There are big variations between the food you choose in summers and the food you choose in winters; In warm season, we are looking for something light, cold and crispy, however in winters we look for more warm and comforting food that will keep us fulfilled.

  
PREPARE YOUR PANTRY:
The best way to stock up your pantry according to your winter needs is to prepare the list beforehand of all the dishes you will be making around the winter time. We urge you to stock up on some essentials that are generally for all the seasons like flour, rice, pasta and all your herbs and spices as we are sure you will need them in winter time as much you needed them in summer.

 

KEEP A LITTLE SUMMER IN YOUR WINTER PANTRY:
You can and you should store and freeze some of the vegetables and fruits that you are most likely to enjoy in winter. But there are some summer produce which include all kind of berries and summer lettuce. You can freeze fresh veggies and fruits of your choice and can enjoy them in winter season.

 

STOCKS FOR SOUPS AND STEWS ARE A MUST:
We all can agree that winters are incomplete without soups and stews. So, it is always a good idea to stock up on chicken, beef and vegetables stocks or broth. They remain a quick fix for those winter flues and are perfect to satisfy your warm cravings.   

AMPLIFY YOUR CONDIMENTS LIST:
We would recommend you to stock up your pantry with some condiments like sauces, mustard, and mayonnaise and oils. Salads are a huge hit in winter season and all these condiments can be perfect salad dressing which will keep you fulfilled through long winter nights.

 

MAKE ROOM FOR GRAINS:
The one thing we should stock up at all times no matter the season is grains. This includes all types of pastas, pulses, oats and oatmeal as they are a great source of fiber and make an excellent filling dish. These are must to have in your winter pantry as these will keep you full and energized without putting on extra pounds in winter. 

 
COMMON FILLING STAPLES ARE A MUST:
Last, but certainly not the least, are your common staples. A winter pantry is not complete without your common staples such as potatoes, onions, garlic and rice. We recommend you to stock these essentials up as they are always needed no matter the weather. These staples also make a meal filling and healthy. 

  
We have listed down all the things that your winter pantry will need to get you through chilly long nights. These are all the essentials and staples you will need to whip out easy and quick meals. Remember, enjoy but stay healthy and warm!