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Kitchen Essentials That Don't Break The Bank
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items These are great essentials for someone who's in a love/hate relationship with cooking; easy to use and not horribly expensive! Plus, I don't like having extra items to hand wash, so most of what you'll find here is dishwasher safe!
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Small But Mighty
Star(s) Of The Show
A Lil' Bougie
Small But Mighty
All my essentials that are great for small kitchens!
These measuring spoons are such a handy kitchen item! I like that they are magnetic/save space, are dishwasher safe, and have proven very durable. The cheap price is a plus!
Spring Chef Stainless Steel Magnetic Measuring Spoons Set, 8 pcs, Black
Stainless steel has become one of my favorite materials to use in the kitchen. These strainers are great for small and large pots, and even help to strain grease! I love that they're dishwasher safe and have held up well for over 2 years.
Boao 2-Piece Stainless Steel Pot Strainer
If you're a ramen lover, this is a must-have! My husband uses it all the time and likes how easy and durable it is.
Rapid Ramen Cooker | Microwavable & BPA Free
These mixing bowls are AMAZING! I love how lightweight and easy to clean they are. We've had them for 2 years and they have held up beautifully being used often and run through the dishwasher! Plus, they're great for more than just baking (I use the ...
FineDine Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls Set
Hands-down one of the best inventions! To be honest, I forget to use mine haha. But when I do, I'm reminded how nice it is! It's especially good for when you have multiple veggies you're trying to chop. (If you like bigger pieces, this wouldn't be fo...
Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1 Vegetable Chopper
Star(s) Of The Show
Tired of only using your oven/stovetop and microwave? These countertop appliances help make cooking fun!
Technically not cheap, but the price is SO worth it to me because of how often we use it! We have the 8 QT which is a good size for 2-3 people. I love that you can "match cook" (different cook times but they end at the same time), use just the basket...
Ninja DZ201 Foodi 8Qt 6-in-1 DualZone Air Fryer
We were gifted this machine, but I would buy it in a heartbeat! I like that it is easy to use and clean. The pods might seem expensive at first, but after crunching numbers of what each coffee actually costs, you can see how much you'll save by not b...
Nespresso Vertuo POP+ by Breville, Dark Grey
A Lil' Bougie
I LOVE using glass cutting boards! You don't have to worry about special cleaning instructions, molding wood, or plastic in your food. And- you guessed it- dishwasher safe!
Murrey Home Tempered Glass Cutting Board 16x12
For someone like me with (undiagnosed) ADHD, this is a lifesaver! 😆
KitchenTour Dishwasher Clean Dirty Magnet
If you like lock-n-locks, these are a great cheaper option! We've had ours for 2 years and they have held up very well being used all the time and run through the dishwasher. Plus, the lids don't stain!
Bayco Glass Food Storage Containers, 9 Sets
These spice jars are so cute and fun to use! It makes me feel a little fancy when I'm cooking and have sturdy containers that also look nice. I also like that it has several sticker options depending on your style. Unfortunately not dishwasher safe, ...
Glass Spice Jars with Bamboo Lids & Funnel
This is one bamboo item we've had that actually doesn't mold! The silicone is so easy to clean and doesn't stay feeling dirty like fully wooden utensils. They have held up well for over 2 years!
MIBOTE Silicone Kitchen Utensils Set Khaki