6 Condiments Ina Garten Always Keeps in Her Pantry (2024)

In this case, store-bought is fine.

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Updated on January 26, 2024

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Tune into any episode of Ina Garten's show, Barefoot Contessa, and it's likely you'll hear her say, "Store-bought is fine." This popular saying is Garten's way of reassuring novice cooks like myself that not everything has to be homemade (it's also the phrase that's inspired hundreds of hilarious memes). And one area in Garten's kitchen where you'll find store-bought ingredients is the pantry.

On her website, Garten has pages dedicated to the ingredients that she buys instead of makes. While she chooses to buy ingredients like Urbani white truffle butter and Libby's pumpkin puree, it was the common, everyday condiments that stood out to me. From vanilla extract to balsamic vinegar, check out Garten's go-to staples below and get them for your own pantry.

6 Ina-Approved Condiments

Maille Mustard, Old Style

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This mustard is made with whole seeds and has a slightly grainy texture, making it perfect for sandwiches, vinaigrettes and more. We're betting that Ina uses it in her recipes for Mustard-Roasted Potatoes and Mustard-Roasted Fish.

Fini Balsamic Vinegar

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Use this tart, 12 month-aged vinegar as a dressing for salad, on chicken or drizzled over a caprese-inspired salmon. The vinegar should be stored in a cool, dark place for optimal flavor and freshness.

Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Extract

When Ina refers to "good vanilla," she's talking about this exact brand of extract. Though it's not technically a condiment, this vanilla is perfect for baking cakes and other sweet treats. If a recipe calls for another type of vanilla, i.e., bean, powder or paste, you can use this extract as a substitution.

Hellmann's Mayonnaise

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Mayonnaise makes any sandwich better, and this classic brand is Garten's go-to choice (Hellmann's was also Julia Child's pick). You can store this in the pantry, but be sure to keep in the fridge after opening for optimal taste.

Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard

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Compared to Maille's mustard, Grey Poupon's Dijon mustard has a smoother and creamier texture. It has a spicy and sharp taste that would work well with ham or turkey. Ina loves using Dijon in her Vinaigrette for Green Salad and Chicken Thighs with Creamy Mustard Sauce.

Huy Fong Sriracha

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Add a kick of heat to your next meal with the addition of Sriracha. You could use it in our Sriracha, Egg & Avocado Overnight Oats for a bold and flavorful bite.

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What brand of mayonnaise does Ina Garten use? ›

Hellmann's Mayonnaise

Mayonnaise makes any sandwich better, and this classic brand is Garten's go-to choice (Hellmann's was also Julia Child's pick).

What does Ina Garten always say? ›

#BarefootContessa #InaGarten | ina garten | TikTok. But you know what I always say? You can be miserable before you eat a cookie, and you can be miserable afterwards. But never while you're eating a cookie.

What brand of balsamic vinegar does Ina Garten use? ›

Fini Balsamic Vinegar

One of Garten's most popular recipes that feature balsamic vinegar is her Panna Cotta with Balsamic Strawberries. And when it comes time to coat the strawberries with balsamic vinegar, sugar and pepper, be sure to use Garten's favorite Fini Balsamic Vinegar.

What dijon mustard does Ina Garten use? ›

Mustard is one of Garten's all-time favorite ingredients and she loves to combine Grey Poupon's classic Dijon mustard with Maille's wholegrain Dijon mustard.

What brand olive oil does Ina Garten use? ›

Olio Santo California Extra Virgin Olive Oil

And did we mention that it's Ina Garten's choice? We first learned about Garten's fave after Bon Appetit studied her home studio kitchen (that's where the magic happens) and found it stocked with Olio Santo.

Is Ina Garten a Catholic? ›

Garten is Jewish by birth and heritage, as is her husband, but rarely refers to her religion and ethnicity, though they are showcased through the inclusion of classic Jewish cooking in her television show and cookbooks, when she makes such dishes as rugelach, challah, and brisket.

What ethnicity is Ina Garten? ›

Born Ina Rosenberg to a Jewish family in Brooklyn, New York City and grew up in Stamford, Connecticut, Garten was one of two children born to Charles H. Rosenberg, a surgeon specializing in otolaryngology, and his wife, Florence (née Rich), a dietitian.

How come Ina Garten never had kids? ›

"I just had a terrible childhood, and it was nothing I wanted to recreate," she explained, saying her decision "wasn't a struggle at all." "I think Jeffrey would have been a great parent," she continued. "He would have really loved having children. But, he wanted me to be happy, and it was OK with him."

What red wine does Ina Garten use? ›

The main focus when it comes to Burgundy's production centers around red Pinot Noir and white Chardonnay; and Ina Garten, who is as well-known for her impressive hosting as her cooking skills, is a fan of both, often using them either in recipes or to drink alongside dishes.

What do Italians put balsamic vinegar on? ›

Versatility. Balsamic vinegar belongs to the local culinary tradition. Families from Modena use the less aged one daily on meat or vegetables, in salads, or on ice cream, for example.

What is the difference between balsamic vinegar and balsamic condiment? ›

Flavor: Condimento lacks the woody notes and lingering complexity of traditional balsamic, but should still offer a wonderful mix of acidity, sweetness, and leathery, cherry flavors. Identification: Condimento will not have D.O.P. stamp on the label, but it should carry an I.G.P.

What kind of flour does Ina Garten use? ›

Heckers Unbleached All Purpose Flour

Garten swears by Heckers all purpose, unbleached flour.

What brand of salt does Ina Garten use? ›

For cooking, I use Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt, and it's always perfect. But when I want to finish with salt, I use Fleur de Sel, which is a French sea salt, and it's just the kind of briny, or Maldon English flake salt.

What is Ina Garten's favorite dinner? ›

The one meal Ina simply couldn't live without is roast chicken. She even cites it as one of the reasons her husband, Jeffrey, proposed marriage in 1968.

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