How to Know What to Stockpile! Know EXACTLY what to buy for your family!

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If you want to have a stocked pantry, you have to start with the basics. Let's clean out our pantry together and see what we use - and what we need to buy. It's really that simple. #stockpiling #pantryorganization #pantrystaples
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@samanthamctague4538 2 ай бұрын

Big difference in Best Buy dates VS Expired Dates, best buy are good for 2 years post BB date. Tossing is a waste of money and food,

@joyfullythriving 2 ай бұрын

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@KarenLevy-e5w 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for always being so practical, however I also appreciate that you don't give excess information...you don't waste time!

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

I appreciate that! It is always a fine line because I want to explain enough but I also don't want to waste your time! So I am glad I am getting straight to the point for you! 😊

@moa.333 3 ай бұрын

In prepping for an emergency situation a good idea is having a sealed bucket of dry soup mixes,beans and rice etc.. A 20 litre bucket provides food for a month person and lasts for years . Just grab and go. Much better than canned food due to weight. Buckets filled with medical, fire starting, blankets,candles etc..are fast to load in your car if you need to buggout quickly.

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

Great idea! Yes, I have quite a few buckets of long term things in my long term basement storage but I like the idea of dividing it a little bit to have a couple grab and go buckets! Thanks for that idea! 💡

@kathyconger2188 2 ай бұрын

I don’t know how this happed but I found a box of pudding that was 12 yrs past the use by date. Just for the heck of it, I mixed it up & it tasted just like fresh. Fed it to my family & no one noticed anything. Hahaha!

@joyfullythriving 2 ай бұрын

Ha! Love it! I just heard again this past week - from someone in the FDA - that all food dates are truly best by dates. So, I too, just keep using my nose and common sense! 😊

@kathyconger2188 2 ай бұрын

@@joyfullythriving That’s good to know! I too, am going to keep on using my smell & taste & common sense.

@janetjackson9549 3 ай бұрын

I try and clean my pantry and spice cabinet once a year too!! Not fun but it’s sooo nice when it’s done!! Yours looks great!!!

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

Yes! Thank you!! It never is as bad as I think it will be, and it feels SO good when it is done! 🙌

@Sandrashideaway 3 ай бұрын

Great job on pantry organizing! 😊 I use tomato products up to 2 yrs expired 😮 I've baked with cake mixes that are a year expired and they were fine. 😅 Crackers and cereal and nuts I don't tho, they end up tasting/smelling rancid. 😢

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

Good to know! We go through cereal and crackers quickly with our 4 kids so I rarely ever have to worry about those expiring! 😂

@brg2743 3 ай бұрын

We mostly keep canned goods in the pantry by kind of food, pasta in one cabinet, baking and spices in baskets in one cabinet. Flour in frig and freezer, and it stays pretty much where we put it. Needs tidied ocassionally. So much easier than the way we used to do it.

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

Isn't it amazing how little tweaks and changes can make a big difference? 🙌

@Swrqltr 2 ай бұрын

I live in an apartment and of course no grill or any source of fire for cooking I bought a pot with a glass lid . During the last hurricane when We had no power I was able to set it in the sun my soup got hot enough and I was able to make tea. Just be careful the glass lid refracted light can start a fire

@joyfullythriving 2 ай бұрын

Great tip!

@gailcurl8663 4 күн бұрын

Why don't you purchase a Single Burner Stove that uses a Coleman, 16oz. Butane Canister to cook with. You can cook Outdoors on a Deck. Or, a Two Burner Stove. They are worth the Investment. Not Overly Expensive!!

@Swrqltr 4 күн бұрын

@@gailcurl8663 I would love to unfortunately they are not allowed at my apartment complex

@joyfullythriving 4 күн бұрын

@@gailcurl8663 Good idea! I have had a Butane stove on my list for awhile - just a basic one, like this. (Comission earned)amzn.to/4elKoRx

@kathycourington4748 2 ай бұрын

I really need to get this project done and keep putting it off. Thank you for sharing this information.

@joyfullythriving 2 ай бұрын

You are welcome...and good luck! It's a task I always put off too, but it always feels so amazing when I am done! 🙌

@susansutherland7117 3 ай бұрын

I love pantry organization videos! You had some great suggestions!

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!! 😊

@lynnesimkins1207 Ай бұрын

I have some vision issues...so when I buy groceries, I use magnifying glass to find expiration date...and write it largely with a wide Sanford black permanent marker..so 8-24 can be seen clearly on can and I can rotate products with latest to the back.

@joyfullythriving Ай бұрын

Very smart of you! 🙌

@lindameredith1941 3 ай бұрын

I just found your channel and am curious about your meal planning. Do you have video's on what meals you prepare for your family?

@joyfullythriving 2 ай бұрын

Not yet! But it it is on my list of videos to film soon. I do plan my meals around the sales - and what is my stockpile. Enchilada casserole is a family favorite, as is poppy seed chicken. That is the main reason I stockpile cream of chicken soup! joyfullythriving.com/delicious-poppy-seed-chicken/

@terryhenderson424 2 ай бұрын

When ive had limited space, ive concentrated on "things that make things"; for me, basically from scratch cooking ingredients.

@joyfullythriving 2 ай бұрын

Very smart idea! 👏 It is why I always stock flour and sugar because I am definitely a baker!

@terryhenderson424 2 ай бұрын

@@joyfullythriving Think in terms of cornstarch because it is the base of most of seasoning packets like gravy, taco seasoning, and even spaghetti sauce. It can be used to thicken what is in the pot plus make from scratch puddings (egg custard, other nore like blanc mange, and most of those frozen chiffon pies). If you bake, don't forget quick bread levening agents like baking powder and baking soda. Cornmeal its self doesn't go bad and can even be added as a thickener depending upon how coarsely its ground. If you do any long cooking, barley is a good thing to have on hand and begin to incorporate into your repertoire; in general save it for winter when its cool and you're looking for denser carbs. Oddly enough scan ypur fridge and cupboards to see what sauces you use and have but would likely be unwilling to make; a spare of these is good to have. Worsteshire and soy sauce come to mind where as the assorted teriyaki, sweet n sour, and even BBQ sauces can be achieved from scratch with not too, too much extra effort.

@joyfullythriving 2 ай бұрын

@@terryhenderson424 All great additions and ideas! I also keep an extra container of yeast in my freezer for baking bread, too.

@LizWatts-o1o 3 ай бұрын

You did such a great job on your pantry! It’s so fun to see how other people organize their spaces. Now I feel like I better get myself in gear and start organizing, thanks great motivation!

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

Yay! Thank you...and good luck to you! It feels SO good when it is all done! 😊

@noreenp.9858 3 ай бұрын

I’m glad I’m not the only one whose pantry gets a little neglected sometimes so thanks for sharing. It is a good feeling when I organize my pantry. I like to check items that aren’t expired but I know we aren’t going to use so I can donate them before they are expired.

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

Oh, you are definitely not alone Noreen! 🙋‍♀️ And yes! Thanks for that reminder about donating before they expire too! Always a good thing to do! 🥰

@sharynmuzik2368 3 ай бұрын

I keep looking for sales on butterscotch & Reeses choc chips to make your peanut clusters recipe. Does Kroger ever put these 2 items on sale? Where do you usually buy these ingredients? I feel like we're stockpile twins since I approach what I store the same way you do 😊

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

Stockpile twins! I love it! 🥰 Yes, Kroger does occasionally run a "Buy 2, Get 1 Free" sale on all their chocolate chips including butterscotch. I get them there occasionally or around the holidays at Aldi when they stock them. They do seem to carry the butterscotch ones more regularly than the peanut butter. Reese peanut butter chips I often buy at Walmart. Hope that helps!

@theresamascorro2724 3 ай бұрын

The pantry looks great. I typically do a clean out organization and inventory in November before holidays and around May for summer stock up. I’m older now 67 so these tasks takes 2 days because if I split it up it’s easier. Thank you for such a good video

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

Great idea to split it up and make it manageable! It is definitely a bit project but it always feels SO good when it is done! I love that you do it before the holidays too before those sales and stock ups!

@MichaelEdgington-z5s 2 ай бұрын

Nothing has expiration dates, only best used by dates.

@joyfullythriving 2 ай бұрын

True. I have talked about that in other videos but should have clarified that better in this one. Thanks for pointing that out for me!

@clairekuchel-klassen7103 2 ай бұрын

That is not exactly true. Baby formula and nutritional supplements do have expiry dates for safety. Technically, dairy does, too, but there is a little "wriggle room" with careful storage

@juliejones-fx1sf 2 ай бұрын

I keep a sharpie on a shelf & add the date to the front for easy reference. Makes it easy to use oldest 1st & not as many things get lost & tossed.

@joyfullythriving 2 ай бұрын

Good idea!

@lisaolson1345 3 ай бұрын

Kids are fun with toys in random places,my guy use to put hot wheels in the freezer 😊

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂 That made me laugh! I am constantly ending up with toys everywhere and notice too late all the Nerf darts that are on the floor in the back of my grocery hauls! 😜

@trishthedish-n9u Ай бұрын

Putting hot wheels in the freezer kills the germs!

@trishthedish-n9u Ай бұрын

In a grid down situation, trash may not be picked up, therefore mice and rats. Consider storing supplies(other than canned goods) in covered totes. Also, take as many items out of boxes as possible.

@joyfullythriving Ай бұрын

True - for a grid down situation. I am currently stockpiling just for the day to day element of providing for my family, but if you are choosing to stockpile for different reasons, removing items from boxes may be a good idea!

@trishthedish-n9u Ай бұрын

Are you prepared for a grid down situation to happen tomorrow, with no warning?

@joyfullythriving Ай бұрын

@user-cw7kq5gh4k Are you? 😄 I am more prepared than some yet not as prepared as others. Are any of us truly ready for a grid down situation? I don't think so, and I pray it doesn't happen. Again, I would say that people stockpile for different reasons. My reasons are not really for a grid down situation, but more practical as I explain in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qInHe3WnaKh9r9Esi=HaKOaGGTwMxiY0Jn

@trishthedish-n9u Ай бұрын

Yes, I am. Other than canned goods, my pantry items are stored in glass or metal containers to protect them from rodents. It has taken me 3 years to collect glass and metal containers. I learned this from comments on other prepper channels.

@DonnaWard-vd1tt 3 ай бұрын

When bringing in groceries before putting in the pantry I write the expiration date with a sharpie for easy viewing and rotation😊

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

Such a smart idea! 💡

@RogerToliver 10 күн бұрын

Buckeyes! It's been forever since I've had buckeyes!

@joyfullythriving 10 күн бұрын

We love buckeyes too! It's one of our favorite recipes! Here is how I make them. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIPZp2qlephkrZIsi=NKRAjEyNdnK4c4bV

@ritaslade2989 3 ай бұрын

Super tips your always so helpful 😊 I appreciate you so much God Bless You ❤

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, Rita! 🥰

@cindyertell8170 3 ай бұрын

Enjoyed the pantry reset, tfs!

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

So glad! 😊

@terryhenderson424 2 ай бұрын

For past date tomato products, I open the can and 3xamine it for any off-coloring of the product plus the interior can condition. If either seems off, I toss. Else, I use. If still in doubt, I boil at a rolling boil for 20 minutes which most often means im making some type of a soup with a tomato base.

@joyfullythriving 2 ай бұрын

Great tip...with the rolling boil! Very smart.

@NOVAFrugalFamily 3 ай бұрын

Great organization! We mostly stock canned tomatoes and my husbands soup for when he sick but not a lot of other store bought cans. The rest of the things I make from scratch now or make and freeze like the cream of chicken soup and enchilada sauce. I keep my own pumpkin purée in the freezer so we don’t get pumpkin anymore either. Because of all that the pantry is a little bit of a mess. We have a line of hot sauce next to my few ketchups and syrup, sriracha and a few other condiments. Sadly it now makes sense to me so I stopped moving things 😂 I have my stock of rice, pasta, flour, bread flour and sugar but I keep all but the current one in use, in the 5 gallon buckets which are stored in the basement. I love your nice big pantry! Mine is much smaller but we make it work.

@joyfullythriving 3 ай бұрын

I love that you make all those things from scratch...and just stock what you need! As long as it makes sense to you, that is all that matters! 😉 I really need to freeze my own pumpkin puree this next year. We go through it SO quickly, and it has to be cheaper than canned pumpkin is now! I used to stock up for $0.79 and now it's double that! 😧

@NOVAFrugalFamily 3 ай бұрын

@@joyfullythriving the hard part means that there is nothing on my shelf and my freezer is stuffed. Not the best plan for storage. The pumpkin is so easy and I got leftovers from other people that didn't carve them for Halloween so all mine was free!!

@joyfullythriving 2 ай бұрын

@@NOVAFrugalFamily Amazing! But yes, I get that. I was debating canning some blueberry pie filling to get my freezer space from blueberries back. But at least we are stocking up...however we store it!