10 Life-Changing Kitchen Organization Tricks From a Pro

Take a quick look in your pantry and get rid of any food that’s expired or you won’t be using in the future.

Place everyday dishes on lower shelves and special serving plates or seasonal items on the higher, less accessible shelves.

Use drawer dividers to separate different types of kitchen utensils and tools. Keep like items together and make sure all small items are contained in one bin so they can’t get lost.

Don’t be afraid to use a step stool to maximize space and to store and access lesser-used items.

Group like items in the pantry by category to keep things orderly and easy to find. Add labels for extra help.

Adding under-shelf baskets to the pantry will provide extra space, so keep an eye out for areas where you can add more.

Get aluminum foil and plastic wrap out of the way by stowing them in a well-hidden magazine file.

Creating a catch-all drawer will help you keep counters clear and keep random items together. Just make sure to add drawer dividers so things stay tidy in there.

Since the various lids and containers can get unruly, stacking food storage containers in a drawer by size will give you a better view of what you have.

Make sure to add items as soon as they’re used up, and stay on top of what you own and need. You don’t want to be scrambling for an ingredient when you need it!

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