How to Start a Prepper Food Pantry 10 Tips | Prepping for Beginners

[@ICSpotz]

I'm not a prepper fanatic but I found that just bookmarking and viewing the online local grocers 'weekly ads' and buying 6 or a dozen of the 'good deal' items of each my grocery bill dropped over time and I had to get additional shelving. It became easier to plan meals, I saved on gas from fewer trips to the store (which reduced impulse buying as well). I also started gardening which led to more exercise and healthier meals and got into preserving the garden produce by canning and freezing which helped even more in stocking the pantry. By the time Covid hit I was well prepared for the price increases and avoiding crowded stores.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

I. C. Spotz I like the idea of shopping online, you certainly can build your food storage supplies that way. One or two extra here and there. I’ve got some canning I need to get done,too.

[@ICSpotz]

@@homemakingwithdenise Just recently discovered Walmart will ship to your home for Free at the same cost as you would pay in the store. You can't get all items like fresh or frozen but at least I can avoid some Covid exposure this way. You have to be careful and tic the Walmart 'supplier' tab and look at the final 'check-out' to see if there is a charge for shipping because other suppliers and some items don't qualify for free shipping. I like the drive-thru pickup option as well for fresh and frozen items there is not a surcharge for this service now although I imagine that will change in the future.

[@livingonadollar2882]

We started prepping from a lucky chance of a food store closing for good 50% off everything ...We filled the car so much the Girlfriend had bags on her lap and between her feet in a med size car ..We have Homemade MRE meals i made vacuumed oxy absorbs. mylar bagged 6 meals per bag plus ..teas/powdered drinks sugar etc just started on pickling...As for the trips to the store We run electric on short runs And gas on long trips..I really think the states will be hit hard closer into winter And Canada where i am will really feel the pinch too

[@homemakingwithdenise]

I. C. Spotz I’m going to have to try the Walmart delivery option. Thanks for the tips.

[@MsLisaBrooks]

Spot on IC Spotz! Building a pantry just makes good sense.

[@joybrooks564]

If people haven't started yet, this is a perfect time

[@DesertDiva]

I'm a retired senior living alone with my dog. Never in my wildest dreams would I have considered a "prepper pantry" as it just speaks of "doom and gloom." However, I've come to the realization that these are uncertain times. At first I started "stockpiling" items on shelves in my garage (anti-bacterial soap, laundry soap, paper towels, toilet paper, water, wipes, etc...). I live in a pretty warm climate during the summer and began to store extra food in a spare bedroom. However, recently I cleared off two shelves in the spare bedroom closet and stored many of the items you've mentioned. When I go to the grocery, I look for "clearance" food items and strangely have found canned beans for .25 cents, Velveeta cheese dinners for $1.00, etc... It pays to check out the clearance aisle! Dollar Tree can be a great source. It's somewhat "hit or miss," but I've found Lysol "type" spray, Spic 'N Span anti-bacterial cleaner, Lysol "type" wipes, etc... Being an RV'er I've bought boxed milk before in Mexico (usually Lala) and it tastes just fine to me. The Gossner boxed milk at Dollar Tree is a deal, and even without a pandemic going on I prefer to buy it as a single person. Sometimes, I think that I shouldn't be doing this, but if times get tough I can help my neighbors, carry supplies in my RV, and if I find I've "over shopped," donate to a local food pantry. I'm hoping and praying for the best, but do have some concerns that this might be a difficult autumn/winter. Thank you for sharing your ideas and thoughts...

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Desert Diva, I’m with you. I’m hoping for the best but I think we might be in for a difficult winter. And here’s the thing...our grandparents planned and prepared for winter. They stored foods up for possible hard times. We should do the same.

[@ICSpotz]

[@ICSpotz]

@@homemakingwithdenise Seeing my pioneer stock grandparents being frugal out of necessity and canning their garden produce must have instilled that sense in me that I've gotten back to after these many years. I heard stories that grandma during the depression had a 100lb sack of sugar she would barter with for hard to get items and I remember eating her sand plum jelly from the plums she would pick wild down by the river.

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

It sure does pay to check the clearance...I have gotten such delicious things that the store just doesn't want to carry anymore, Fruit leather, Bruchetta spread, tuna, etc.

[@yakishamerritt3034]

@@homemakingwithdenise omg!!! Your right! I remember seeing my grandparents doing that. We never ever went hunger!!!! Im gonna start doing that. I knew it was a reason God put you in my playlist. Thank you Jesus!!!! God bless you Denise!🌼🌼🌼

[@tiffanyross2240]

Ms. Denise you are so classy. I love your aprons.

[@floridakidactor252]

Yes she is!!!!

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Tiffany, thank you. And I do love aprons. I just feel so feminine when I have them on and they are so practical. You can shop some of my favorite aprons by clicking on the links in my description box if you are so inclined. And you can always put them on a gift list for you. When someone asks what would you like for...direct them to a couple of aprons you like and let them surprise you.

[@jesuschristmyking8644]

You are such a sweet well mannered lady...love hearing you speak. Jesus Christ loves you.

[@inthegarden1054]

Amen!! He is coming soon!!

[@billiehardy3696]

I've been trying to get started. I'm disabled. Very low income. Trying my best to add to my food supply. Thank you for your tips!! God bless you!!!!

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Billie, I know it can be a challenge. Just buy a few extra things each shopping day and make sure to include water. Dollar Tree has items under. Dollar and Walmart and Save-a-lot can be good too. Just do what you can and don’t let pride rule out food banks.

[@billiehardy3696]

@@homemakingwithdenise thank you!! I use food banks and am thankful for every item!!

[@homemakingwithdenise]

@@billiehardy3696 Food banks are wonderful sources. When they have free weight items, take them and dry them or freeze them. You won't be sorry.

[@sararazor982]

I have been getting extra foods when I can and storing them away. Also water! Every time you get groceries, spend the extra dollar or two and get a gallon or two.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

You know, I've been getting bottled water...you know, the single serve 8 oz bottles but I think I may start picking up the gallons as well. Thanks for the idea.

[@annalaster116]

You have the most charming delightful personality .Watching your videos is calming in these crazy days. Thank you for taking the time to share your journey.

[@midlifeandnailingit6342]

When I’m out of a staple, I buy in 4. Like canned items.. It works out well.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

That’s a good strategy, especially since Kroger and Walmart now package many items in sets of three or four.

[@EbonyIvyThymewithLeona]

I am the product of a prepper. My family always had a pantry because they lived through the Great Recession and Flood. I'm so glad to see you back in the saddle. God Bless you!

[@rahrahonamission7062]

In the planning stage, for me it helped to keep track of what we actually used for two weeks; everything from spices to snacks, what vegetables, grains, meats, etc....I just kept paper in the kitchen and a running list of things used, how much we used, and if there were any leftovers. I figured two weeks would give me a good idea of what to start with and it was - there are so many lists out there, but it is way better to buy what you eat and eat what you buy, so I made my own list!

[@lisachapman6492]

You can reuse your glass pickle jars for storage.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

I am doing that now. I bought peaches in a jar so I can use the jars later! Hahaha!

[@midsouthhomesteader2075]

If you store the Jiffy mix in the freezer, it will last way past the date on the package!

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Just got the Jiffy mix out of the freezer today. I think I want to put it in a large container out of the boxes and just scoop it out as I need it. I"m still deciding.

[@midsouthhomesteader2075]

@@homemakingwithdenise Maybe do some that way to use sooner. For long-term, maybe take out of boxes and package in freezer. It has oil in it, I think. Will last longer that way. Put it in a zip-lock in freezer.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

@@midsouthhomesteader2075 That makes perfect sense. I do use it quite a bit. I think store whatever I get in new in ziplock bags in the freezer once my new little freezer comes. Right now, no room!

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

I bought mac & cheese, cans of tomatoes, cliff bars...by the time I thought to be the special items, Covid hit and it stopped. these items were $1. You can also make furniture with the trays of cans. End tables, credenzas, desks, night stands. Put a wood top and a tablecloth.

[@cherylmarshall6874]

I love that idea. Cases of cans as furniture !!

[@sylviadonaghue9192]

Lol. This just reminded me of when I was first married and we didnt own anything. It was back in the mid 1950s when suitcases had hard sides. I tipped one sideways and another one across. Covered with towels or whatever I had, and it was an end table! Necessity is the mother of invention. We all need to be creative in these uncertain times!

[@thebluecottage9952]

You have such a calming energy! Things are so uncertain and it’s sometimes scary to think of food shortages and stuff but you are so calm and wise it makes it easier to absorb the information! Thank you!

[@martinawalsh3728]

Best buy date only means the store can't sell the item after that date. DOESN'T MEAN FOOD IS BAD. Open and smell before you eat it. Get cloth diapers/ auto rags instead of paper towels.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Martina! Auto rags...why didn’t I think of that? I get boxes of those auto tags for the hubby to use in the garage. They would work beautifully. Thank you for the suggestion. And you know what else works...flower sack towels. Hmmmm. More ideas.

[@kmiller6002]

Old sheets t-shirts cotton and flannel are the best

[@homemakingwithdenise]

kmiller6002 I was thinking about this today when putting a few things away. My hubby uses so many paper towels. I’m got to “help” him be more frugal.

[@oldtimerlee8820]

Martina, "Best By" date is the time the processor decides the food is at its best quality. Stores can sell foods after the Best By date. Sell By date, rarely seen these days, is the date stores use to put the newest foods behind older foods on the store shelves. A date, used by store personnel, when they are putting new stock on the shelves. Agree that foods beyond the Best By date are not bad. For canned goods, as long a the seal isn't broken, the food is safe to eat. Nothing can get into the can or jar to cause spoilage. Over time, stored foods do lose some of their nutritional value. Depending on the food, there can be some color, flavor and/or texture changes. These do no affect safety of canned foods. White rice, for example, properly stored has a 30+ year shelf life. I've stored it for 10+ years, without a problem. Yet, bags in the stores have a Best By about 2 years out. Wonder how much perfectly good & safe white rice has been sent to land fills because of misunderstanding that Best By date?

[@BrightKreations]

I am like storing everything,don’t like to visit stores so often..I hardly use canned products..but always store water in my pantry..these are great tips👍

[@margocaldwell8109]

I hardly use canned or prepackaged stuff EITHER....but I'm slowly building a prepper pantry of those things JUST in case there's a power outage or store shelves become empty or travel advisory ( I live in north eastern woodlands, so all these are frequent).... I'd prefer to Always use fresh produce and raw meats but I learned The hard way when the lockdown started and my refrigerator died...coolers and ice are not a permanent solution....so I am grabbing canned goods whenever I can

[@BrightKreations]

Margo Caldwell that can be really helpful in emergency..have small space so cannot store a lot😌

[@margocaldwell8109]

@@BrightKreations I understand...my place is small too.under bed,in closet,behind couch, under coffee table....wherever it fits

[@susandarling1457]

I use those box flats, too, for storing canned foods.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

They really work out well. I'm glad to find them. Any other tips stand out to you?

[@jenniferrivard4690]

I can't tell you how at ease I felt that I had just purchased a large Sam's club toilet paper pack in early March of the Covid-19 times. We did not have to worry about all of the toilet paper shortage for 8 weeks. I DID end up buying an attachable bidet because I didn't ever want to depend on the stores for something I could prevent with a $40 bum shower. This prepping that you talk about will ease stress so much. BTW, I bought the Neo 120, installed it myself and recommend it highly.

[@oldtimerlee8820]

What do you use to dry off, after using it?

[@ilenemack]

Thanks for the tips Denise . I will never forget when I was young my mom screaming b/c there were worms in the pasta box 😱. I always store in containers and use bay leaf in my flour. I never knew to freeze prior 💗

[@terryrusselleverydayguy1613]

I'm a new subsciber from a couple of weeks ago. A prepper pantry is so importent to have. I even do canning, dehydrating and fermenting for food storage. I have about a 4 month supply on hand and it has taken a long time just to get to here. We never know what tomorrow will bring. In my case my wife is dissabled and is basically bed ridden. 6 years ago I suffered a major heart attack where I died but was revived but it rendered me disabled also because I left this world 9 times that day. No income from me until my ssn kicked in. I want you to know how great this video is and looking forward to your new videos.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Terry, I’m so glad you are enjoying my videos. Especially since you’ve been prepping for a while, your comments let me know I’m on target. Thank you/ I’m sorry that you and your wife are disabled. That just makes life hard. You have to just keep putting one foot in front of the other.

[@margocaldwell8109]

My husband and I are disabled also....live in the Forest have no visitors and Winter is difficult as our dirt road right of way is only seasonal.... it's a long walk from the paved road with heavy groceries in thigh deep snow.... prepping is absolutely necessary.... good luck to you..keep on keeping on 😃

[@terryrusselleverydayguy1613]

@@margocaldwell8109 I understand what you are going thru. Prepping is the best thing to do. My goal is to have at least 1 year food supply put away for my family and its not a small family, 6 kids 27 grandkids and now 2 great grandkids.

[@margocaldwell8109]

@@terryrusselleverydayguy1613 Good for you.... it's VERY Honorable

[@homemakingwithdenise]

@@margocaldwell8109 See Marge, you already know the importance of preparing for winter. That's what I'm trying to do. Get ready for winter in a practical manner.

[@kellymoncrief1194]

There were a lot of empty cardboard flats at my local WalMart. I asked about them and I was told to take all I wanted - at no charge! You are right! They are great for stacking cans.

[@ohiograndma8655]

Thank you for addressing this. I have about a 3-month supply of food. We were able to purchase a freezer at the start of the pandemic. At nearly 70 years old, I got rid of my canning supplies-- so sorry I did that. But bought new ball canner for my glass top stove. My granddaughter and daughter planted garden and will share tomatoes with me. Also bought a dehydrator again and food vacuum sealer for meats to last a year. Will vacuum seal flour/oats/ rice in mason jars. Freeze flour, rice, etc for three days will kill bug eggs like you, I do this. I also bought #10 cans of flour, rice, beans, sugar, oats from Latter-Day-Saint church online at reasonable price. I Store them in my closet under my clothes and stack them up. I have very little storage space but I am getting creative. I’m now a new subscriber glad I found your channel!

[@mjshmo7363]

Today was payday. I'm setting up for supplies through the end of the year. I did a Dollar Tree run for toiletries. $48 paid for some of the items. I've got a $100 budget for this category. I hope it works out. I realized I did not consider cold and flu items, so...we shall see.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Hi Denise, I mention your video in my Chic Assignment this month xx

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Oh my goodness, Jennifer! Thank you. I really appreciate this. You are so kind to recommend my prepping video. I hope all who come find great value. Again, thank you so much.

[@EcoNeighbor]

Thank you for simplifying this process. It can be overwhelming trying to start.

[@carmenmendez6836]

To me ur the voice of reason, ur tone of voice, the speed in which I speak, all indicates knowledge, experience and patience, when I speak we listen! I love ur page, thanks for sharing and guiding us with valuable tips and information! God bless! 😇

[@carmenmendez6836]

When you speak...sorry, the speller changes my words, so aggravating! 😭 But it's all about you and ur page!

[@msmay0859]

I keep the recipes I will be using with my stock pile making sure I have enough items needed. I also have a check list in another binder tallied with how many items. I have on stock. In a protected sheet I erase and add with a dry erase marker or a pencil. I too rotate my items as you do expires first moved to front of shelf. You gave awesome guidelines easy to follow not overwhelming. Fantastic video

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Oh my, Grammie, thank you. I am trying to make these suggestions in a simple and practical way and thank you for validating that I am doing that, I want people to get started but if they are overwhelmed, they will be paralyzed. Your comment is a reminder to me to keep taking it slowly.

[@sylviadonaghue9192]

Grammie, your description of recipes and inventory of stock is priceless. Thank you!

[@evied.4475]

I cut up an old sheet and made my own disinfectant cloths. I hemmed the raw edges so they wouldn’t fray. A tall cottage cheese container or plastic coffee can works well to keep them in. One cup of water and one and a half tablespoons of bleach is all it takes. Just roll up the cloths, put them in the container and pour the bleach water over them. Keep the lid on tight in between uses.

[@KimberlyDavisABlessedHome]

Hello Denise, I really need to do this for my family... I’ve been telling my Hubby for weeks now that I’m going to purge my pantry of dishes and stuff lol and make it a full food pantry! I’m about to sit here and watch your other videos...💋

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Kim, I’m glad you are on board. It’s going to take some time to get this done but you’ll feel so much better knowing it’s done,

[@reflexxuns4065]

I like to find sales if possible on produce. Then, what I do is sun dehydrate them. It's an easy way for me because I live in Arizona and it's hot, hot, hot! Lol!

[@robynhogle2435]

Denise your tips are so very helpful. I have started building my prepper pantry thanks to you. I am a huge fan of yours . Everything you say makes so much sense. I will be watching and listening to your every word. Thank you Denise

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Oh my, Robyn. The pressure. Now I’ve got to make doubly sure I get things right, well, thank you for watching. I’ll do my best.

[@marilynmatthews1]

And another cute apron! One suggestion on using the cardboard flats to stack your cans is to tape the cut edges of the corrugated cardboard in case any bugs have laid eggs in there before they got to you. If you use the clear sealing tape it will keep them inside and you can periodically check your boxes for any activity so you can toss that flat.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Wait. what? Bugs in the cardboard? Oh my goodness. Do I need to spray it with insecticide? I never thought of that. Thanks for the clear plastic tape tip.

[@GiselaMichelleValentinDelRio]

I'm starting my extended pantry! Today I buy some extra can and baking items. Also lots of rice and pasta (my 2 years old boy LOVES rice and I love pasta).

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Good. You’re on your way. Don’t forget to pick up water and shelf stable milk for your baby. What tip stood out the most for you?

[@FaithHopeLoveMom]

Ms. Denise, I just love your channel. Be so blessed sweetheart. You are a blessing to me.

[@sylviadonaghue9192]

I've been managing home for 65 years. From raising 4 children to 15 years of retirement, so far. I dont claim to know it all. I'm always open to suggestion. I like your ideas. Some are the same as mine, and some are new for me. Thank you for this enlightening information!

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Sylvia, I don't claim to know it all either but so many of the young homemakers didn't get "it" at home. Plus, home economics is no longer taught in the schools so a lot of that knowledge is also lost soooooo......here comes me...trying to fill in the gap. Thank you for your kindness. I'm glad you're here.

[@keisha_j]

New to your channel. Your food pantry video was in my feed this morning. Both videos are so helpful. It’s just me in my household and I haven’t really started prepping other than I have purchased dry goods such as beans, rice, flour as those were hard to find 6 months ago. Going to follow your tips to start purchasing shelf stable items starting this weekend. Great content. Thank you so much. ☺️

[@cherylmarshall6874]

"It's a marathon... it's not a sprint". Very true. Thank you for your knowledge . Watching your videos is a blessing for me. 🌺🌻🙌

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Yes. Little by little build this pantry.

[@cherylmarshall6874]

@@homemakingwithdenise 💗

[@GQUATTRADITIONZS]

Hi Denise. Prepping is a Lifelong Lifestyle for me. Even after I downsized from a Homestead to an 800SF Handicapped Apt. I have storage under the Antique hospital bed, under the new leather sofa on lifters.👌🏾😍😍😍💜💜😂😂😂

[@terilynn62meschkat48]

Loving you Denise ! My first friend at school 4 years old was Denise ! You feel like a friend.

[@robinjones9943]

Love your videos. You remind me of my high school home economics teacher thank you calm manner and concise information

[@kathydumas2745]

I love your kind, wise ways to help us. Thank you . Your apron made me think of my great Aunt Ruth, she managed a farm, worked full time, sewed all the families clothes and raised 4 kids. Your apron brought back sweet memories.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

I’m so glad you found me. And thank you for your kindness. I’m glad I stimulated some pleasant memories. I’m wondering how your aunt managed so much. I get tired with just my house but a farm...wow!

[@gailspotpourri2930]

This is the BEST video on how to start a food pantry. You gave points that no one else has. 👍👍. Thank you for sharing. 💐

[@suedent5767]

Hi Ms. Denise, I found your channel a week or so ago! I love it! I have always been a "prepper", just didn't know it all those years ago. My oldest daughter is 31. It started when I found out I was pregnant. Stocked up on formula, diapers, wipes all that stuff. Have been doing so since. I also pressure can vegetables and meats. Make my own jellies and a lot of other things in addition to building my long term goods. Thanks for the 10 step tips! You are awesome! Thanks for sharing.

[@cjenkins8785]

The pull tab cans was a very good suggestion. Also, the explanation of food fatigue. Storing the amount of water per person per day seems like the containers will take a lot of space. Thank you for the information. Continue to be well and stay safe.

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

If folks are trying to start prepping but are having a hard time financially, I know a fabulous book. It is called "Poverty Prepping: How to Stock up for tomorrow when you can't afford to eat today" by Susan Gregersen. I like this book because it is supportive and encouraging every step of the way and it actually goes in steps. Smaller more doable items, then you take the savings from those and progress to harder/higher levels. This is not your typical personal budgeting book. Mrs. Gregersen is from Appalachia. You can view this on Amazon...it is actually a booklet of 75 pages, it is $8.95 the last I looked but if you get this "in your wrist" it would be worth every penny! You can use the same process to get out of credit card debt.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Jeanette. I like the idea of this book. I'm going to order it. Something like that could prove so helpful. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@noneyour.]

One thing to consider if your going to use cardboard is that cardboard holds moisture so you have to be careful for mold and mildew and it will give off a musty oder after a while..

[@messyblessedlife3528]

Hi Denise!!! Dennise here (with 2 N's lol) I love your channel and all of your tips. Iv become obsessed with learning about having an emergency pantry. Thank you have a blessed day.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Well hey Name Twin! I, too, have become obsessed with building my pantry. My husband has threatened to take my card and my car because I’ve been shopping so much. Hahaha! Welcome to the T&T community. I hope you find much here to keep you coming back.

[@messyblessedlife3528]

This and That with Denise Jordan 😂 my husband just rolls his eyes at me when he sees me buying more but we have 2 little boys so he is understanding about making sure the boys have everything they need

[@jdusenberg]

Great video Denise, I told my family about prepping they said it wasn't necessary. With all the uncertainty w the election and covid in the fall, now is the perfect time to prep. PS Menards has a 4 pound bag of pink salt for 2.25 and a 1 pound package of macaroni and spaghetti for .55 cents. Stay safe.

[@dixiegirl999]

Since your family doesn't think it's a necessity, just let them know it's for possibilities of job loss, tornadoes, earthquakes, etc too. You will not be lying & it might just make them support you more with your decision.

[@olivaohlson8323]

Another awesome informative video!!! Thank you so much for the reminder to check expiration dates; which is something I hardly ever do. I have added water to my list, too. I plan to go through my closets & storage spaces one more time to clean of unwanted/unused stuff, so I can have more room to store!!!

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Olivia, that’s what I’m doing. I found a spot in a coat closet that will work for some items. The biggest issue is storing the toilet paper and water. Both take up lots of space.

[@flycoolchick]

How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. That’s one of my favorite quotes and it’s so fitting for this time. I have a family of 3 and I started our extended pantry back in May and it’s the best decision I’ve made. Your videos are refreshing and informative. Keep them coming

[@newsteps3876]

Thank you so much for the reminder about the non-food items that are needed. I took care of that today. Much regards. I am so pleased that I found your channel.

[@television4994]

Great video. Wonderful, regular-folks advice. Very helpful. Your voice is so soothing, tinged with just the right amount of sweetness. You should read for audiobooks or something. I swear. ❤️

[@mrsp7324]

Great information. Also don't forget to check out local Ethnic grocery stores for great prices on staple items. In a true crisis you might want to make sure you have things like manual can openers, bottle opener, whisk and any items to help open items if you have weak hands. They have on Amazon some great tools for handicaps. Thank you for your very thoughtful videos.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Good suggestions...all of them. I do have one manual can opener but someone suggested I get another just in case it broke. That would be bad so I’ll be picking up another one!

[@mrsp7324]

@@homemakingwithdenise I think that is wise and if you need barter items, the cheaper ones would be good barter items with friends and neighbors.

[@monicasherman1575]

@@homemakingwithdenise Also, remember 1 is none and 2 is one.

[@trisha5099]

So glad I found your channel! Thank you for sharing what you know. It has made a positive difference in our family🤗

[@jeanettecott3522]

Glass is Best 😊 Faith and Flour sent me. I’m looking into stepping up my game as far as my being prepared goes.

[@jenniferrivard4690]

Denise, your videos make me so happy. You are my favorite person to listen to about prepper pantries and you always keep my attention. I have started my dry shelf stable goods and am shopping little by little. I've decided that I would like to create a written out meal plan, with recipes, so that I can then buy exactly what will be needed AND the stress of what to do with the food won't overwhelm me in the emergency. I've also wondered if I can try to rotate my foods over time, and think it's possible if I buy things I usually eat (except for the canned meat-not sure how much of that I want to eat when times are good 🤔).

[@latoyabenjamin5250]

I love love love your channel! Thank you for the helpful info❤️

[@cherylannjohnson8801]

Denise, you are a treasure. Thanks for sharing all this good information! Be blessed, my friend.💕

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Cheryl, you are so sweet. Thank you. What piece of advice stood out most?

[@cherylannjohnson8801]

Denise, I’m new to this so it’s all good. I need to take an inventory. Also, my dates are all mixed in my pantry, so I’m placing things dated 2023 and beyond in their own section. Also, I hadn’t thought to freeze milk...great idea! You have the gift to teach, I appreciate your thorough lessons. I’m also buying water each time I shop. Stay well & thank you so much, my smart friend...

[@lindamcneil711]

This video is so well done. Thank you. I have used an working pantry for decades... and this is a perfect description of how to develop one.

[@claudiaplaisance2769]

I love the perspective you bring to this. Some things I've also starting stocking up on are plastic wrap, foil, ziplock bags, etc., and anything else that I prefer specific brands that may be hard to find later on. After a near miss with two hurricanes this past week, I have a lot of paper plates, plastic forks, plastic cups, and napkins in case we could not wash dishes when the power goes down. God bless.

[@lindarivera256]

Hello I am coming over from Faith and Flour channel. I love your apron!!

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Thank you Linda. My favorites are the red plaid and the black and yellow floral. Just so girly. I need that sometimes.

[@janajohnston1137]

I'm coming over from Robin's channel as well. Love learning from these lovely ladies! 😀

[@sonjaortiz6857]

You are so wonderful in so many ways! Thanks for the very informative video.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Sonja, you are so sweet. Thank you.

[@susanoutler1724]

❤️✨ I really enjoyed your list of a “little this in a little bit of that!” ..I really enjoyed this video, thank you so much!❤️✨

[@homemakingwithdenise]

I'm so glad you did. Like I said, it's a marathon, not a sprint.

[@rosalinddudley9420]

Thank you for sharing !

[@kmiller6002]

You have such a beautiful spirit God Bless you and your family from middle GA 🙏

[@thehaulmom1969]

I already bulk buy rice and oatmeal. But I'm hesistant to start a prepper pantry because we don't eat many canned goods at all. Your advice of buying items that fit into the family's current diet helps a lot! We eat a lot of tomatoes, beans and fish. So i'll start buying those items in canned form. Thank you!

[@belindagarza3958]

By small and simple things...great things come to pass.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Now that's a true statement.

[@momof1576]

I’m so glad I found your channel. I’m also glad that you’ve started prepping. I wish everyone would wake up and start storing some food and supplies. Those little flat boxes slide nicely under the bed. I’m bringing a wee relative home to raise in a kinship placement and I’m going to suggest that anyone who might end up with a baby in the family should grab a pack or two of flat fold cloth diapers and pins just in case. I have a one year supply that I’ve built over many years. I’ve not had that luxury of time for the baby so I did load up with everything she’ll need until she’s eating like we do.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Wow! You got a baby without the nine months to prepare...I’m glad you’re on it. I wouldn’t have thought about bringing a baby into our home unexpectedly but you’re right, you never know when family may need that kind of help. Thank you for making me think of this.

[@momof1576]

This and That with Denise Jordan I prepared in two weeks flat with the help of online shopping and instacart.

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

You can take things from the freezer and can them all fruits, tomatoes and I think items with vinegar. What you can't can you can try dehydrating.

[@rhondawright3232]

Stock up on tomato paste ..... you can make sauce or juice with it... it takes up little space

[@FaithandFlour]

These tips are excellent Denise! You have given me the direction I need to stock our extended pantry. Thank you! 💛Robin

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Robin, thank you so much for stopping by and sending so many of your friends. I’m glad that I can provide inspiration and guidance. What was your takeaway from this session.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

I hope this video gives you some ideas on how to get started. Be sure to check out My Prepper Pantry | Building a Three Month Food Supply. Here’s the link: pkzbin.info/www/bejne/gnXRXn-qqteXnbs.

[@christiewall661]

I am a new subscriber and I absolutely love your channel! Such great advice!! Stay safe stay well and God bless!! ❤️

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Christie, welcome to the T&T community. I’m so glad you’re here. Which tip stood out for you?

[@christiewall661]

I have been building my pantry for just a short time now. It did feel a little overwhelming at first. However, when you said it is a marathon not a sprint that truly put it into perspective for me! Thank you! ❤️

[@roseofsharon9261]

Mrs. Jordon, I keep my good in clear plastic bins labeled with expiration year. Thank you for your work. I'm sharing with my young adult children who are living on their own.

[@belvadalidowich5314]

Don't forget to stock up on some paper plates, cups, bowls and plastic disposable forks and spoons. If for any reason water becomes a problem and the supply is scarce you may not want to be using precious drinking water for washing dishes.

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

Planting food scraps, food stretching tips, budgeting, gardening, etc. are also helps.

[@carolyndalton7775]

Can I use like a pickle jar (one of those huge jars) instead of a mason jar?

[@esperanca2012]

Thank you for all your tips Denise! Came here on recommendation of Faith and Flour! Glad I came! ❤️

[@kathleenpangaro9508]

Denise, I am with you on the 3 month supply of items. And thanks so much for the tip about freezing flour and such. I’m doing that starting today. My question is how do we hone some skills that we will need in such an emergency. I’m not a baker. Just not in my DNA. But I would like to bake bread and cakes etc. can you show us some skills that may come in handy in such a crisis that we could learn and add to our repertoire. First Aid, candle making, bread and pizza dough. Basic sewing, canning, gardening. All things I am trying to work on.

[@SisterCousinslifestyle]

Great tips Denise. I enjoyed hearing the tips to get started. There are so many things to consider. Tfs!

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Sandy, I agree. So much to think about. I just hope people get started.

[@m.johnson6154]

Very helpful.

[@acozylifestylewithclearissac]

Good advice Denise. I have always tried to stay stocked. But this is different. The times we are living in dictate a more robust approach. I am now evaluating and beginning my prepping. TFS

[@averyhomedecor]

Great tips for beginners. I am going to need to do this soon.

[@debbytomlinson9970]

Just a heads up... I haven't found weevils but some type of moth in some things. Things like rice that I didn't freeze but had a tight screw on lid. Large containers of ranch powder and brown gravy. And today I opened up 2 of the jiffy mixes and one had the larvae and the other had the hatched moth alive inside it. My plan was to measure 1 box of mix and seal them all without packaging so I could just measure out the amount... Anyway now they all go in the trash. It's so disappointing !!!

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Ugh, Debbie. No, no, no, no, no! I put 12 boxes of Jiffy mix in the freezer. I’ve had them in their several days but now ...I’m leaving them in their a few more days. I plan to do the same thing...measure out one box then put them in a container. I’ve gotten those little moths in my birdseed but I’ve been lucky this summer...so far. I’m cleaning my cupboard and liberally sprinkling the shelves with bay leaves. That is supposed to help. Yuck! I’m going to examine my Jiffy mix carefully.

[@debbytomlinson9970]

@@homemakingwithdenise I don't even know what these moth things are but ...wings and all like a bigger moth only smaller. I have 20 boxes of the jiffy to throw away. So sad. I've been working 6 days a week and didn't put them away as quickly as I should have. I also never thought about them being in nuts, ranch powder or the brown gravy mix. I thought I'd pass that along. I even have the large seasonings from Sam's club.... Its ALL going to spend time in the freezer. The other thing I recently learned was to freeze, thaw and refreeze before storing. Let everything come to room temp for 24 hours in between.

[@margocaldwell8109]

@@debbytomlinson9970 My Gramma called them Miller's.... they'll actually eat carpet and drapes!!!! I know the disappointment of putting The Time and effort into prepping and critters come along... UGH..had beautiful strawberries blackberries raspberries blueberries and dewberries.. THOUGHT I'd make jams and dried fruits ... Lil chipmunks and birds came along and ruined my plans... That's WHY canned goods are essential for emergencies..😃

[@patriciamartin5959]

Thank you for sharing this. It is so helpful!

[@jackiejustblessedarbuckle32]

Thank you so much for all those useful tips because we will need too know 😀!!!!

[@dixiegirl999]

I had tiny little insects in my pantry that came from flour, cornmeal etc yrs ago. So, I called out a pest control company to spray my house being so naive at that time. Luckily, he was honest with me & told me to always freeze things like that first but, he too said to put 1 bay leaf per shelf in my pantry & that would prevent any other pests like that. Of course, I've had no problems since.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hahah! I'be been sprinkling bay leaves in the corners. I don't intend for this to happen again!

[@mildredmartinez3950]

Great post. I just learn in addition to bay leave to add here and there squeezed lemons or limes inside the cabinets. I havent see any insect since I add them. In order to save money I rehuse glass pasta sauce containers, the big ones, for pasta. Just make sure you clean them really well.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hey M, I’m saving my glass pasta jars, especially ones like canning jars. I like the uniformity of them. I’ve not heard of the lemon juice in the cabinet before but I am totally rocking the bay leaves. I ordered a big bag.

[@organizedbydarci8250]

Thanks Denise! Such good information. I only have a month's grocery extra, and worry about storage. (Darci)

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Darci, it’s so nice to see people I know jumping on to watch. You’re doing the right thing...you started with a month. Now build out two more weeks and so on until you get to three months. Try under your bed, closets, get creative. Look for an email from me. I have an idea.

[@Myeverydaywifelife]

Excellent video Fr use! I need to watch again and take notes this time. I am now inspired to do a prepper pantry in my Monica Closet!

[@lynna3957]

You are a very kind and knowledgeable lady. I appreciate you Sharing all the great info with all of us..Thank you.

[@judyconte6566]

FYI -You spoke about the easy open cans for seniors with arthritis and I have to say I do have arthritis and a can opener is much easier for me.Those pop-top cans are horrible to get open when you have arthritis

[@ashwinapatel109]

Hi Denise, I came across your video by accident and was not sure what "Prepper Pantry" was so I decided to watch it, and I was hocked. Therefore I decided to subscribe, take care from Ashwina in UK.

[@AussiewhatchingU]

Dear Pegi, Thank you for the time you put into creating these wonderful videos, I appreciate the research you put in, and I love the gentle manner in the way you speak. I pray that you and your family stay safe in the coming weeks and months ahead God bless from your Aussie friend, Deb 🇦🇺

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Deb, I’m Denise but thank you for your kindness. I am trying to be of service. I feel compelled to share the possibility of difficult times ahead and the need to prepare for them. I do appreciate that you notice the work I put in to try to get it right. And who knew that one day I’d have a friend in Australia! I think that is so cool. What was your favorite tip?

[@AussiewhatchingU]

@@homemakingwithdenise Thank you for the reply 🙂 I thought all the tips had merit, I especially appreciated at the end you mentioned all the additional items to consider....The best one is Water water water and more Water. Cheers 😊

[@sharondesfor5151]

I subscribed to your channel immediately upon watching the very first video . I've never done that before!

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Well thank you! I am glad it proved useful to you. Can I answer any questions for you?

[@tracygolwitzer9978]

Found you from Faith and Flour. New subscriber now😊 Love preparedness videos!!!

[@sweetdixie9206]

You are a sweetheart. I have really enjoyed you channel. Thank you for your smile and your wisdom.

[@TNOG511]

This is A Very Helpful video.. you are helping so many, I love Rice Milk.. which is Shelf Safe.. Thanks for sharing. Have a wonderful Evening 🌺

[@cassprice7460]

Thanks for the wonderful video. Love the idea to pick up one type of item per week. Thanks for the video.