I think the size and shape way is better because it looks better. If you use the alphabetized way you’ll have big ones next to small ones and different sizes all over the place. The size/shape-cooking/baking way is best.
As long as it’s neat and organized—I’m all for it. The one thing I really hate is cluttered up kitchen and bathroom countertops—big pet peeve of mine.
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