🌿 Kitchen Cooking Herbs & Spices Checklist
(Check off as you shop or stock your spice cabinet!)
✅ = Everyday flavor builders for home cooking
🌿 Everyday Herbs
- [ ] Basil
- [ ] Oregano
- [ ] Thyme
- [ ] Rosemary
- [ ] Sage
- [ ] Parsley
- [ ] Cilantro
- [ ] Dill
- [ ] Marjoram
- [ ] Tarragon
- [ ] Chives
- [ ] Mint
- [ ] Bay leaves
🌶️ Everyday Spices
- [ ] Black pepper
- [ ] White pepper
- [ ] Paprika
- [ ] Smoked paprika
- [ ] Garlic powder
- [ ] Onion powder
- [ ] Ground cumin
- [ ] Ground coriander
- [ ] Turmeric
- [ ] Chili powder
- [ ] Red pepper flakes
- [ ] Cayenne pepper
🧂 Baking & Warm Spices
- [ ] Cinnamon
- [ ] Nutmeg
- [ ] Ground ginger
- [ ] Allspice
- [ ] Ground cloves
- [ ] Cardamom
- [ ] Star anise
- [ ] Pumpkin pie spice
🫘 Whole Spices & Seeds
- [ ] Whole black peppercorns
- [ ] Cumin seeds
- [ ] Coriander seeds
- [ ] Fennel seeds
- [ ] Mustard seeds
- [ ] Celery seeds
- [ ] Sesame seeds
🍲 Flavor Boosters
- [ ] Garlic
- [ ] Fresh ginger
- [ ] Dried minced onion
- [ ] Italian seasoning
- [ ] Curry powder
- [ ] Garam masala
- [ ] Cajun seasoning
- [ ] Taco seasoning
- [ ] Herbes de Provence
- [ ] Everything bagel seasoning
🫙 Pantry Basics
- [ ] Sea salt
- [ ] Kosher salt
- [ ] Seasoned salt
- [ ] Garlic salt
- [ ] Lemon pepper
- [ ] Bouillon or broth seasoning
- [ ] Nutritional yeast
💡 Don’t Forget:
Store dried herbs and spices in airtight containers away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Labeling jars with purchase dates makes it easier to rotate older spices before they lose their flavor.
🌱 Kitchen Tip
Keep your everyday favorites within easy reach, then organize specialty spices separately. A well-stocked spice cabinet can turn basic pantry ingredients into completely different meals.
