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Cooking For the Unexperienced Chef

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This list is useful for those that are new to cooking and need a little guidance. Getting started can be intimidating but the items on this list can help for simple solutions to cooking small to large meals.
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Small Kitchen Appliances

These appliances make for ease of cooking without the overwhelm. It is helpful to use these appliances to make great meals! 

 
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The love I have for this multicooker is indescribable. I had a crockpot previously but it did not have a numbered temperature control or a timer. This pot has both and it comes in handy on days I don't have the time to sit and create a meal. Every me...
Drew Barrymore 10-in-1 6qt Electric Multi-Cooker
 
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This small rice cooker cooks rice at the perfect texture. Rice has always been one of those tricky things to cook for me and we eat it in my home with almost every meal. Highly recommend grabbing this. Inexpensive but high quality!
Hamilton Beach Digital Rice Cooker & Steamer
 
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This coffee pot is superior to others I have used. My favorite feature is using a coffee pot for our family parties and the heating tray to keep the pot warm. Can use standard Keurig cups in this as well as ground coffee with filters for a large pot.
Ninja DualBrew Pro Coffee Maker CFP307
 
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Some recipes call for a quick chop, blend, or mix and this emulsion blender is perfect for that. Great hand grip. Easy cleanup. My favorite part is how compact it is and easy to clean up!
1200W 5-in-1 Handheld Immersion Blender
 
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This air fryer is so easy to use and to clean. I love the timer feature and temperature feature. This product has been used MANY times as I cooked because its so easy to cook with!
Philips 2000 Series Airfryer 4.4 qt, 13 Functions
 
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Sometimes recipes do not call for bringing out the large kitchen aid mixer. This handheld blender is a fan favorite of mine because it is small and also comes with a great storage case. Highly recommend!!
Hamilton Beach 6 Speed Hand Mixer Snap-On Case White 62629: Handheld Mixer for Kitchen, 275W, Dishwasher-Safe Parts
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I love this pizza oven because its easy to use and also make some great savory and sweet pies! Super easy cleanup. And also great to make some breakfast in! You don't need a super fancy pizza oven to make a pizza night. I also love that its compact s...
Cuisinart® Portable Propane Pizza Oven
 
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I love this for making quick meals. My favorite thing is grilling some veggies inside the home while I use this. It is easy cleanup and easy to make a recipe quickly. Also great if your stove is already being used for something else!
Brentwood 16 inch Electric Skillet with Glass Lid

Kitchen Tools

These tools come in handy around the kitchen in a pinch! They have made cooking for a novice chef a lot easier!

 
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These measuring spoons are useful for all your cooking needs. I love them because they fit compact in my kitchen drawer. It is helpful that they are magnets so that they keep tidy in the drawer. And probably my favorite part of them is that they have...
Spring Chef Magnetic Measuring Spoons Set
 
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This product is a MUST in the kitchen. So easy to use and sturdy. Helpful to chop up the ingredients however the recipe calls for without having to use a knife. This one is sturdy and I love being able to use. Also super easy to clean!
Fullstar 6-in-1 Vegetable Chopper & Slicer
 
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Easy to use can opener. My favorite part is being able to place this on my can and walk away while doing the next thing. Without having to worry about my arms getting sore. Must have in the kitchen!
Kitchen Mama Auto Electric Can Opener
 
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I don't know why, but using a wine bottle opener is one of the most difficult tasks for me! This electric opener is SO easy to use and love that it comes with an aerator. Also easy to store. My favorite part is not having to worry about opening a bot...
Secura Automatic Electric Wine Opener
 
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When I cook, sometimes recipes do not call for an entire can of something. And I HATE paying for something and wasting the food. These storage seals keep the food fresh. I also love that they are easy to clean and also do not waste tin foil or saran ...
Orblue Silicone Stretch Lids 6-Pack Small
 
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LOVE this frother. It makes coffee more fun and I feel a little fancy when I froth my milk over my coffee. Great way to make a fancy drink while saving money and not running to the coffee shop. Battery powered and easy to store.
MasterChef® Battery-Operated Milk Frother in Black
 
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This is a must if you host holidays with large meals. It makes cutting a ham or a turkey go MUCH faster and smoother. And comes with a great storage case. I highly recommend if you are someone that likes to host.
NutriChef Electric Bread Knife - NUELREKN3BLACK, Stainless Steel Blades, Lightweight Design, USB Rechargeable, White