If locating ingredients needed to make homemade meals involves sifting through items that are piled together in your pantry closet, you may be wasting a lot of time that could be dedicated to the actual prepping of each meal. Use some closet organization solutions that will help you keep up with the ingredients that you have at your disposal.
A Can And Bottle Storage Unit
A can and bottle storage unit that contains a wooden base and recessed cubbies will allow for the separation of vegetable varieties, powdered drink canisters, and plastic beverage bottles. This type of organization tool should be set upon the floor or a sturdy countertop or shelf that is within the pantry closet.
Place heavier canned or bottled items along the bottom rows of the unit and lighter ones near the top, to prevent the unit from tipping over. When loading products into the recessed cubbies, take note of the expiration dates that are printed on the packaging.
Place items that will expire first near the front of each cubby. This will ensure that you use products that will expire sooner before other ones. Use a label maker to create labels that identify the contents in each recessed storage section.
A Spice Rack Organizer
Spices, including canned and bottled products that are purchased from a retailer and herb varieties that you have grown in your garden should be stored near one another. There are many closet organizer products that are designed for these types of items.
If closet space is limited, purchase a floating or framed shelving unit. Choose a model that will support the storage of small herb jars and tinned or bottled spices. If the closet contains plenty of space, purchase a tabletop organizer. Some tabletop storage trays or boxes contain a base that rotates. With a rotating feature, you can spin the spices around, until you find which ones you need.
Divided Shelving Units
Divided shelving units that are part of a floor or a wall unit will expand the amount of space necessary for boxed and bagged goods. Inspect the size of the cabinets or shelves that are already in the pantry closet.
If you tend to run out of space on days when you grocery shop, calculate how many products you typically purchase and the quantities of each one. Choose the product types that will be stored inside of the new setup. Choose shelving units that contain deeply divided sections. Store items alphabetically and by their expiration dates.
