When conducting this pop in of cleanout, what should you be looking to toss out along the way?

“Let it go and make room for newly bought items.”

You’ll thank yourself for being practical in the long run!

Woman is rearranging the kitchen pantry.

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“A simplified pantry makes cooking easier and more enjoyable.”

Oils And Nuts

Have a shelf filled with olive oil, vegetable oil, and nuts?

These items all expire sooner than you may think, according to Van Natta.

“Rancid oils not only taste bad but can mess with digestion.”

Donaldson recommends replacing ground spices every one to three years and whole spices every three to four years.

“Over time, plastic can alter the taste of the ingredients inside,” she says.

“Plus, the air-tight seal can lose its grip.”