As you all know, we are setting up our condo in Florida soon. I am a great list maker, and have been faithfully using my Essentials For Setting Up a Household list to check off the household necessities.
Now it is time to set up my first grocery shop list. I have complied a first grocery shopping list, and I could use your help to tell me what I am missing.
Baking Products
● Baking Cocoa
● Baking Powder
● Baking Soda
● Cornstarch
● Flour
● Non Stick Spray
● Sugar
● Vanilla
Canned, Jarred, Shelf-Stable
● Canned Fruit
● Canned Vegetables
● Cereal
● Coffee
● Crackers
● Pasta
● Pasta Sauce
● Rice
● Soup
● Tea
● Tuna
● Wine
Cleaning Supplies
● Broom
● Bucket
● Cleaners (all purpose, soft scrub, bathroom cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner)
● Dishwasher Detergent
● Dishwashing Soap
● Dust Pan
● Fabric Softener
● Garbage Bags
● Laundry Detergent
● Paper Towels
● Rinse Aid
● Sponges
● Window Cleaner
Condiments
● BBQ Sauce
● Jam/Jelly
● Hot Sauce
● Ketchup
● Mayonnaise
● Mustard
● Olive Oil
● Peanut Butter
● Relish
● Vegetable Oil
● Vinegar
● Worcestershire Sauce
Health and Beauty Aids
● Bathroom Tissue
● Conditioner
● Deodorant
● First Aid Kit
● Razor
● Shampoo
● Shave Cream
● Soap
● Toilet Paper
● Toothpaste
● Toothbrush
Refrigerated Basics
● Butter
● Cheese
● Cream
● Eggs
● Milk
● Sour Cream
● Yogurt
Spices
● Bouillons
● Cinnamon
● Garlic Powder
● Italian Seasoning
● Nutmeg
● Onion Powder
● Pepper
● Salt
● Seasoning Salt
Wraps and Bags
● Aluminum Foil
● Plastic Wrap
● Sandwich Bags
● Storage Bags
Miscellaneous
● Batteries
● Flash Light
● Fruits
● Light Bulbs
● Meat
● Vegetables
What are your essentials for a first time grocery shop? What am I missing? What couldn’t you live without that you have in your pantry/refrigerator/freezer that is necessary for day to day living?
Stephanie B says
Hair brush, floss, and mouth wash would be on my list. Candles and lighter, just in case the power goes out and the flashlight dies a mysterious death, or you know you run out of batteries. Parchment paper if you do any baking. Napkins if you don’t use paper towels
Stephanie B says
Though my guess is most people are smart enough to pack theit hair brush….I always forget it
Ann says
Ha! I was packing an H&BA personal box for myself yesterday – make-up, toothbrush, meds, etc… and I closed it up. 15 minutes later I opened it up again to put in a … hairbrush. You aren’t the only one that forgets, Stephanie. Thanks!
Ann
Alli says
Chocolate and pop – you know, the essentials!
Ann says
*slaps forehead* How could I have forgotten those, Alli?
Ann
Tamona Valentine says
Where is your corn meal and your weather radio? You need parchment paper and wax paper as well. I sure hope you have your emergency wine list in order also.
Ann says
d’oh! Forgot “corkscrew”. Maybe I’ll make due with boxed wine? 😛
Ann
Tamona Valentine says
Box wine? Heck naw! I can open a bottle of wine with a screwdriver and willpower lol!
Michele says
Soy sauce, Kleenex
Ann says
Soy Sauce…we have a big jug – probably should see if we have a tight container and take some of that! Thanks Michele.
Ann
Skirnir Hamilton says
I was going to add soy sauce too, as quite a few recipes use a bit of it.
Patti says
Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. Don’t go anywhere without it. Really. Used it at daughters house recently to clean the carpet. Worked beautifully. Watching grandson, looking for something to clean a few spots on carpet, thought about my fave magic eraser, thought, “hmmm… I wonder.” Yep, did a beautiful job!!!
I’d probably throw in some brown sugar too & oatmeal, but that may just be me. O, and cream cheese.
Ann says
Cream cheese and brown sugar – good ones!! Thanks Patti.
Ann
Jennie says
I don’t think I seen bread on your list or in the comments. And draino always good to have it just in case.
Chasidy says
Toilet Plunger!!!!
Kathy says
Don’t forget the paper plates and plastic cups and plastic utensils. You need to use the fine China once in awhile.
Terri says
Bread & soft shell tortia’s (we eat a lot of black/red bean & rice burrito’s)
Kimberly A. says
food containers (need something to have to put leftovers in or odd and ends)
Lacey says
I was thinking potatoes.
Shannel says
Coffee and coffee creamer. I have to have it lol