We asked the experts how to organize a pantry for everyday cooking and extended use. They walked us through the pantry organization process step-by-step. Start by taking stock of what you have stashed, then follow these tips to sort, decant, and stack your way to a tidier pantry. Finding snacks, dinner supplies, and baking essentials just got easier. Do a Big Clean-out We don’t usually think of “decluttering” food, but professional organizer Shira Gill says this is a key step in tidying the pantry, especially when you want to make sure it’s stocked with essentials. “Take everything out, and get real about what you’re going to cook with,” she advises. Box up any unopened nonperishables and donate them to your local food pantry. Challenge yourself to spend a week incorporating all the little bits left over into soups, stews, pasta dishes, and trail mixes. (Mostly) Disregard Expiration Dates According to …