If you cook frequently, having a well-equipped kitchen will allow you to expand the variety of items you can prepare, and also save you a lot of time. Below is an evolving list of gadgets that I can no longer live without.
The Essentials
- A good set of sharp knives including:
- Grater
- Peeler
- Serving spoon
- Wooden spoon
- Rubber spatula
- Whisk
- Measuring cups (dry and wet)
- Measuring spoons
- Baking Sheets
- Large non-stick skillet
- 10-inch cast iron skillet
- Large stock pot
- Sauce pan
- 9-inch pie plate
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- 8x8-inch baking dish
- Loaf pan
- Mixing bowls (small, medium and large)
To make your life easier
- Blender that chops ice
- Food processor
- Mixer (either hand or stand)
- Kitchen scale
- Meat and oil/candy thermometers
To help you make more
- Pastry cloth/mat and rolling pin
- Pastry cutter
