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My Kitchen Must Haves!
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items My favorite items I use in my kitchen! This list is perfect for new cooks who need ideas on what to have in their house!
Sections
8
Books
Pots & Pans
Cooking Utensils and Gadgets
Knife Sets
Oil
Bakeware
Books
These are some of my favorite books that I find myself going back to again and again
Another absolute must have. This book really walks you through HOW to cook not just how to follow recipes. Written in an approachable manner with lovely illustrations!
Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering Cooking
My absolute favorite cook book that I own! It lives up to its title and I find myself going back to it again and again. It’s a fantastic gift for someone new to cooking.
How to Cook Everything: 2000 Simple Recipes
Claire Saffitz is such a fantastic chef! I first learned about her from her Bon Appétit days and fell in love with how precise and enthusiastic she is about cooking!
Dessert Person: Recipes & Guidance for Baking
Pots & Pans
These are my personal favorites that I use every day
Non stick cookware perfect for going from the stove top to the oven in seconds.
Carote 21 Pieces Pots and Pans Set with Detachable Handle, Non Stick Induction Kitchen Cookware Set, Oven/Dishwasher Safe, White Granite - Walmart.com
My favorite pot and pans set! I’ve used this brand for years and my cookware still works beautifully. This is also the prettiest cookware set I’ve ever owned!
Carote Nonstick Pots and Pans Set, 13 Pieces Kitchen Cookware Sets Compatible for All Stoves, White Granite - Walmart.com
Cooking Utensils and Gadgets
A lovely utensil set perfect for non stick cookware that resists staining and is easy to clean!
Carote 10 Pcs Silicone Cooking Utensils Set for Kitchen with Wooden Handle
This thing has saved me soooo much time when it comes to chopping and slicing!
Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1 Vegetable Chopper
A nice little set of lesser used kitchen gadgets.
Beautiful 4-Piece Essentials Gadget Set, Black Sesame by Drew Barrymore - Walmart.com
You always need a nice set of mixing bowls and measuring spoons!
Beautiful 14-Piece Mix & Measure Set, Black Sesame by Drew Barrymore - Walmart.com
Knife Sets
My current knife set I have on my counter! Not only is it a beautiful accessory for your kitchen but also has everything your everyday cook could want in a knife set!
Carote 14 Pcs Knife Set with Wooden Block Stainless Steel Knives with Ergonomic Handle, Forged
A beautiful set for those not looking for a full knife block but would still like a good selection of knives.
Carote 12Pcs Kitchen Knife Set with Blade Guards, White Granite Ceramic Knife, Stainless Steel
For those who do not want to buy a large knife set this is perfect. These are the main three knives that anyone would need!
Beautiful 3-Piece Soft Grip Stainless Steel Chef Knife Set White and Gold by Drew Barrymore
Oil
My favorite go to oils
My favorite grab and use oils that I always keep on hand!
GRAZA
Another on of my faves! It’s a neutral tasting oil with a high smoke point and healthy fats.
100% Pure Avocado Oil 1Lt Glass Bottle
A rich and nutty flavored oil. The perfect oil for a stir fry, marinade, dip, or dressing.
Kadoya Sesame Oil, 22.10 Fl Oz
Bakeware
A perfect bakeware set for daily use!
Brilliant Bakeware 8-Piece Nonstick Pan Set
Nordic Ware makes some of the best bakeware I have tried!
Nordic Ware Naturals 3 Piece Aluminum Bakeware Set with Jelly Roll, Quarter & Eighth Sheet Rectangular Cookie & Baking Sheet Pans
A perfect cake pan that comes with a handy lid. Nordic Ware has amazing quality bakeware!
Nordic Ware Naturals 2 Piece Aluminum Bakeware Set with 13” x 18” High Sided Half Sheet Pan and Lid
As an avid baker I use my springform pan more than I ever thought I would.
Nordic Ware 9” Nonstick Carbon Steel Springform Cake Pan
Appliances
Anyone with small children knows how much of a lifesaver an air fryer can be!
Beautiful 3 Qt Air Fryer with TurboCrisp Technology, White Icing by Drew Barrymore - Walmart.com
The perfect addition to any kitchen! I love using mine for searing off meat and then slow cooking it for the rest of the day. Plus when I’m done it can go straight in the dishwasher!
Beautiful 10 in 1, 6 Qt Electric Multi-Cooker, White Icing by Drew Barrymore - Walmart.com
One of my favorite investments. As someone that bakes quite a bit this mixer is a lifesaver during the holidays!
KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, White, KSM150PS
This thing has probably saved me from spending hundreds of dollars at Starbucks over the years!
Nespresso Vertuo Pop White Single Serve Coffee and Espresso Maker by Breville - Walmart.com
Dinnerware
A durable stoneware set that is dishwasher safe.
Better Homes and Gardens Banks Cream 12-Piece Stoneware Dinnerware Set - Walmart.com
Another beautiful stoneware set.
Better Homes & Gardens-Collins Cream Stoneware 12-Piece Dinnerware Set
Simple glassware with dimpling to help with grip.
Better Homes & Gardens Lyra Glass Drinkware, 16.7 oz, 8 Pieces
The smaller version of the other glassware set with dimpling to help with grip.
Better Homes & Gardens Glass Lyra Drinking Glasses, 12.5 oz, 4 Pieces
A nice silverware set that can be used for both casual and formal dining!
Better Homes & Gardens River 20-Piece Gold Stainless Steel Flatware Set with Handles (Service for 4)