The article reflects on the author's struggle to organize a pantry in their new apartment. Initial hopes for a perfectly arranged space led to disappointment, as store-bought containers remained mostly used, and chaos persisted behind closed doors. Acknowledging the need for change, the author decided to clear out the pantry entirely, remove expired food, and convert the space into a practical area that stores foods for prolonged periods. The goal was to utilize existing tools effectively while making room for time-saving appliances.
I imagined clear bins and labels, glass jars and baskets, and anything else that would make Meryl Streep's character in It's Complicated feel at ease.
I decided that my pantry had to transition into its intended purpose, with foods I could store for long periods and appliances that could make better use of my time.
My goal was to optimize my pantry with many of the things I already had.
That's mostly because I had an established routine of stopping by the grocery store a couple of times a week to prepare meals.
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