Sometimes even before I plan a meal, I’ll know how much will be leftover, and the type of kitchen storage container that will save it all. Getting the leftovers eaten before they spoil is another issue, but it helps to know what and how I’m going to save the extra food. If we have a lot of variety, I’ll either put together individual meals, or keep everything separate so that everyone can pick and choose.
Saving leftovers is only one use for kitchen storage containers. We stopped using cereal and cracker boxes long ago. Storage containers stack and store more neatly; plus we never seem to have stale crackers any more. Pasta, beans, coffee and dry bread for homemade bread crumbs all store more efficiently in a proper kitchen storage container.
I’ve seen some fascinating kitchens in my lifetime. The professional kitchens have the advantage of space for moving about, and for open storage. I remember an old Victorian home, originally a fort, likely converted into a bed and breakfast by now, where the kitchen was halfway beneath the ground. The window ran the full length of the wall looking toward the backyard. Upon the sill stood a variety of kitchen storage containers in varying styles, some made of glass, others ceramic, but all in use.
No matter how large or small our kitchens are, having dry goods within reach serves two important purposes for cooks. When we need a dash of flour, not only is the kitchen storage container right there, but we don’t have to put it away when we’re done. Making the most efficient use of our space also saves us time as well.