There's no doubt that a well-stocked store cupboard makes cooking easier, faster and more enjoyable. Having ingredients to hand gives you the power to add a pinch of this or a splash or that, transforming an everyday recipe into a dish that really sings. Some store cupboard ingredients can end up languishing for months or even years, though, so stocking up on the right ones is essential. Take a look at our list of must-haves, as we count down to our favourite ingredients you should never be without.

Click or scroll through our gallery to reveal the store cupboard essentials you should always have in stock.