The big home move is over, but before you can settle in, you’re going to need this ultimate new home grocery shopping list! If you check everything off this list, you’ll have a fully stocked kitchen ready for birthday parties, summer BBQs, and everything in between. Whether you just bought a new home or are planning to do so soon, this grocery list is for you.
While the items on this new home grocery shopping list add up to be a little pricey, purchasing these kitchen staples will make your future grocery shopping trips far less expensive.
New Home Grocery Shopping List: Paper Items and Cleaning Supplies
Whether you love the feeling of clean floors – and the floors in your new home may not be as clean at move in as you’d like – or just want to make sure you can use your dishwasher on the daily, make sure to check these items off your new home grocery list.
Toilet paper
Toilet cleaner
Toilet brush
Paper towels
Napkins
Tissues
Trash bags
Ziploc bags
Laundry detergent
Stain remover
Fabric softener
Dishwashing soap
Sponges
Dishwasher detergent
Glass cleaner S
Stainless steel cleaner
Air freshening spray
All-purpose cleaner like Lysol
Wood floor cleaner (if necessary)
Carpet cleaner
Swiffer with dry and wet pads (or a mop and a bucket)
Plastic wrap
Aluminum foil
Wax paper
Parchment paper
Light bulbs
New Home Grocery List: Fresh Food Essentials
Produce
Whether you make healthy eating a priority and love eating a wide variety of fruits and vegetables or can only stomach broccoli with a generous dose of garlic and butter, make sure to add your favourites to your new home grocery list. Throw some of these fruits and veggies in your shopping cart, and you’ll find yourself ready to whip up a nutrient-filled dinner in your new home in no time!
Apples
Oranges
Bananas
Clementines
Lemon
Lime
Berries
Grapes
Peaches
Plums
Avocados
Tomatoes
Cucumbers
Lettuce
Spinach
Broccoli
Asparagus
Green beans
Celery
Carrots
Potatoes
Peppers
Onions
Meats, Fish and Other Proteins
Meat-eaters and lovers of fish, this one’s for you. If you feel like some celebratory fresh salmon or just a classic hamburger, you’ll be covered throughout this list!
Remember not to add too much fresh fish and meat to your new home shopping list, unless within three days of purchase you see yourself cooking the lot! When you first move in, it is a smart idea to stick with longer-lasting frozen meat and fish, as you may just be too busy unpacking to cook.
Eggs
Deli meats
Chicken
Fish
Shrimp
Steak
Ground beef or turkey
Hot dogs
Ground sausage
Pork chops
Dairy
Don’t forget these dairy items on your grocery list – cereal isn’t quite the same without the milk! If you’re not a dairy lover, most of these foods can be substituted with a non-dairy alternative.
Milk
Butter
Cream cheese
Cheese slices
Yogurt
Bakery
Whether you love your morning toast or really need your favorite cookies to make it through that afternoon slump, be sure to check these items off your new home grocery list.
Bread, rolls, pitas, or other sandwich preferences
Bagels, English muffins, muffins, donuts, or other breakfast preferences
Cookies, cakes, or other dessert preferences
New Home Grocery Shopping List: Basic Kitchen Staples
Baking Staples
Whether you’re a baking expert or find your cookies consistently burnt, it’s a good idea to have some baking staples on hand. With these items, you’ll be prepared to make homemade muffins when the craving calls or simply add some flour to an amazing homemade teriyaki sauce. With these essentials on your new home grocery list, the possibilities are endless!
Flour
Sugar
Baking soda
Baking powder
Yeast
Vanilla extract
Shortening
Chocolate chips
Breadcrumbs
Frozen Food Essentials
Amidst the chaos of unpacking in your new home, you’re going to want plenty of frozen food on hand. Make sure to add these foods to your new home grocery list, and you’ll be ready to prepare a quick, easy, and even healthy meal after a long day of unpacking.
Pro shopping tip: Buying frozen fruits and vegetables is a great way to save money—and they’ll last longer. They have just as much of the ‘good stuff’ as fresh, and at this very busy time of your life may be the better day-to-day option.
Vegetables (peas, green beans, carrots, corn, mixed vegetables)
Fruit (berries, mango, peaches)
Frozen meat (burgers, chicken nuggets, etc.)
Pizza
French fries
Waffles
Ice-cream
Cans, Jars, and Boxes
Your first shopping trip after moving into your new house is the perfect time to stock up on some canned and jarred items. These pantry gems will stay safe to eat for ages and are the perfect addition to a quick and easy weekday meal. Add these items to your new home grocery list, and you’ll be one step closer to a fully stocked kitchen.
Breakfast cereal
Rice Pasta and/or spaghetti
Pasta sauce
Canned soup and/or chili
Canned beans
Canned vegetables
Canned tuna
Chicken, vegetable, or beef broth
Snack Staples
With all the meal planning you may be doing, you don’t want to forget some snacks on your new home grocery list! Of course, you have your favorites, but here are a few items to get you started.
Snack crackers
Chips, pretzels, or similar snacks
Popcorn
Nuts
Microwavable snacks
Beverage Central
You might be just fine with tap water. If not, don’t forget to add some drinks to your new home grocery list before you get too thirsty!
Seltzer water
Juice
Soda
Coffee and/or tea
Hot chocolate
Bottled water or water filter pitcher
New Home Grocery List: Spice It Up
Spices and Seasonings
Any new home grocery list would be incomplete without spices and seasonings. These items can take just about any dish to the next level, so make sure you check these items off your shopping list—according to your preferences!
Salt
Pepper
Red pepper flakes
Parsley
Paprika
Italian seasoning
Chili powder
Curry powder
Cumin
Basil
Oregano
Rosemary
Dill
Ginger
Cinnamon
Garlic
Cilantro
Chinese Five Spice
Condiments and Sauces
One of the best parts of making a new home grocery list is adding in your favorite sauces and condiments. Whether you want to spice up your weekday dinners and or kick up the heat on your weekend eggs n’ bacon, don’t neglect these cooking essentials on your first shopping trip.
Oil (olive, vegetable, canola, sesame, etc.)
Vinegar (white, balsamic)
Salad dressings
Ketchup
Mustard
Relish
Pickles
Maple syrup
Honey
Soy sauce
Tabasco or sriracha sauce
Worcestershire sauce
BBQ sauce
Steak sauce
Mayo
Jam or jelly
Nut butter
New Home Grocery Shopping List: Personal Items
You may already have many of these items on hand. If not, you definitely don’t want to neglect the personal care section of your local grocery store. These final items on our new home grocery list will ensure that your bathroom has everything you need to stay clean and look great, too.
Hand soap
Deodorant
Shampoo
Conditioner
Bar soap or body wash
Facial cleaner
Lotion
Cotton swabs and balls
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Dental floss
Shaving cream
Feminine products
Hairstyling products
Razors
Band-Aids
Antibiotic ointment
Anti-inflammatory such as Advil
Once you pick up all the items on this ultimate new home grocery list, you’ll be ready to settle into your brand-new home.
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