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The 5 Sugars To Keep In Your Pantry At All Times

What are the five sugars you should always have on hand? Here is a list of my favorites that you can use to make anything.

1. White Sugar. White sugar is a staple. White sugar is the most common sugar. White sugar is used in recipes varying from Pastries to Baguettes and many more.

2. Brown Sugar. Brown sugar is made with White Sugar and molasses. There are two types of brown sugar, Dark Brown Sugar and Light Brown sugar. Dark brown sugar is made with more molasses, light brown sugar is made with less molasses.

3. Confectioners Sugar. Confectioners sugar (also known as Powdered sugar) is a very fine sugar that is used to make Frosting or Glaze. In countries out of the United states might sell other options such as Castor sugar and Icing sugar. Confectioners sugar is a bit finer then Castor sugar but they both work the same.

4. Maple Syrup. Maple Syrup is a paleo sugar substitute. Maple Syrup can be used in recipes varying from Bread to Pastries.

5. Raw Honey. Raw Honey is perfect for when you want to sweeten your tea. Raw Honey can also be used in bread. Raw Honey is very good for the body, it can help soothe a sore throat and many other things.

Optional Sugars

These sugars can be helpful in the kitchen although I do not consider them staples.

1. Coconut Sugar. Coconut Sugar is also known as Coconut Palm Sugar. Coconut Sugar comes from the dehydrated sap of a coconut tree

2. Stevia and Splenda. Stevia and Splenda are the most common low calorie sweeteners. A alternative sweetener to Splenda is Stevia. Stevia is considered more natural.

3. Erythritol. Erythritol is a very popular sugar used on the Keto Diet.

4. Agave Syrup. Agave Syrup is a plant from the desert that is harvested to make agave syrup. Agave Syrup was believed to have healing powers.

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Essential Spices To Have In Your Pantry

What Essential Spices Must You Have In Your Pantry? Here is a list of 10 spices I keep in my pantry at all times.

1. Ground Black Peppercorns . Ground Black Peppercorns are a very used thing in everyday meals. Black Peppercorns can spice up any bland meal.

2. Cumin. Cumin is the most used spice in the world. Cumin adds flavor to a lot of Mexican and middle eastern dishes.

3. Garlic Powder. Garlic Powder can be in literally any savory dish to spice it up.

4. Paprika. Paprika is used mostly used for garnish. The spicy flavor of paprika is brought out by heating in oil over the stove.

5. Cinnamon. Cinnamon is very good for the body. Cinnamon helps fight off viruses. Cinnamon is used in many sweet and savory dishes. Try one a recipe with this essential spice, here!

6. Nutmeg. Nutmeg is good for flavoring pastries, vegetables, meats, potatoes, and some drinks like Eggnog.

7. Vanilla Extract. When using Vanilla Extract in baking you use a very small amount. Vanilla Extract is used Ice cream, Cookies, Cupcakes, etc.

8. Ground Ginger. Ground Ginger has that warm but also a spicy taste. Ground Ginger is also used for garnishing foods.

9. Chili Powder. Chili Powder is used in chilis but also gives some flavor to vegetables, and is another one of our essential spices.

10. Turmeric . Turmeric is used in most curry powders. Turmeric creates that yellow glowing look in a lot of foods.