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Kitchen Workhorses
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items Good cookware is more than just a tool—it’s the backbone of every meal. Quality pots and pans heat evenly, helping food cook the way it’s meant to: no scorched spots, no underdone centers, just reliable, consistent results. Durable materials hold up ...
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Out of the pot and into the frying pan
Small Appliances and Tools I Use in the Kitchen
Out of the pot and into the frying pan
The proper pans are essential in getting your recipes right! They’re right size matters, as well as type used!!
Gotta have it!! I’ve been using cast iron my whole life what can I say? It’s awesome! I inherited my grandfathers and purchased some. It’ll last a lifetime.
Lodge 15" Cast Iron Skillet, Pre-Seasoned
This lid will fit the 10” cast iron pan
10.25 Inch Tempered Glass Lid for Lodge Skillets & Dutch Ovens
The perfect pot for chili! I can just smell it cooking now!
Lodge 5 Qt Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Deep Skillet
I love these pots from Le Creuset. I have several pieces that I inherited from my grandfather. They cook beautifully. Right now this is on an incredible sale!!❤️
Le Creuset Signature Oval Dutch Oven, 8 qt.
My favorite roasting pan. I’ve had it for years, and it’s on a huge sale right now!! You really can’t beat AllClad!
All-Clad Stainless-Steel Roasting Pan with Rack
A beautiful skillet! Great, even cooking.
All-Clad D3 10" Stainless Steel Fry Pan
This is the ideal pot and pan set. It’ll last for ever and set you up. It’s a great gif for a family wedding gift to get a couple started, or to upgrade your own outdated set. You’ll love it!!😊
All-Clad D3 10-Piece Stainless Steel Set
This is a beautiful, large skillet. It cooks evenly with its stainless steel material. I absolutely love it. I gave it to my husband for his Birthday this year. He said it was favorite gift he’s ever recieved!
All-Clad D3 12" Stainless Steel Frying Pan
Small Appliances and Tools I Use in the Kitchen
My husband is totally enamored with this. He loves chopping potatoes and onions in it. His favorite thing to cook is breakfast, so hash brows is a must with this handy tool! Prep work is a breeze! Everyone in our family now owns one!🙀
Mueller Pro-Series 12 Blade Mandoline Slicer
If you’ve ever questioned your ability to tell if your meat is done, this will do it for you. You can be out in the yard, and your phone will tell you exactly what’s happening, and approximately how much time remains. An alarm goes off when it’s done...
MEATER Pro Smart Bluetooth Meat Thermometer
Immersion blender 1100w
This is quite a work horse! It has multiple functions and purposes. I use it quite often for huge pots of refried beans and sauces. The small food processor is a great addition when you don’t need anything huge.
Immersion Blender 1100W 5-in-1 Set with Chopper
When those uniform thin slices are a must!😊😬
Gramercy Adjustable Mandoline Food Slicer with Gloves
I make everything from refried beans to apple butter in this crock pot. I’ve had it for years, and it’s quite a work horse! I leave it on for 12-24 hours at a time!
Crock-Pot 7 Qt Oval Manual Slow Cooker SS
The Insta pot is great when you realize you realize you’re running late and need to cook something quickly. Those refried beans that take 9 hours now take an hot and a half!!
Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 Multicooker 6Qt
A good vegetable peeler is essential for meek prep weather it’s for peeling potatoes, or apples for a beautiful pie!🥧
OXO Good Grips Y-Peeler
This is one of this must have item you just need to have on hand! I always use it while basting my turkey. It’s great for straining as well.
Beyond Gourmet White Cotton Cheesecloth
When just a regular cup of Joe won’t do! That little frothed sure does the trick! I still can’t make any cool designs, but it tastes delicious!😋
5-in-1 Milk Frother & Steamer 11.8oz LED
This is a simpler version of the other one listed, with just two blades. I find these are the blades used the most frequently.
Cuisinart PrepExpress™ Veg & Fruit Chopper