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Essential Kitchen Tools
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items I cook a lot as a mom of two teens, and these are the tools I reach for on repeat. Nontoxic nonstick pans that go from stovetop to oven, a chef's knife that actually stays sharp, and sturdy cutting boards that can handle nightly meal prep. Everything...
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Prep Essentials/Cooking Workhorses
Prep Essentials/Cooking Workhorses
Nonstick and nontoxic. You can feel safe using Our Place pots and pans! You can use these from stovetop to the oven! I love all of my Our Place products!
Titanium Always Pan Pro
Every kitchen needs a great chef's knife! This 8-inch Victorinox is a workhorse, sharp, balanced, and comfortable to hold. It makes chopping, slicing, and dicing so much easier.
Victorinox 8" Chef's Knife
A good cutting board is a kitchen must-have! This 2-piece OXO set gives you different sizes for every task, sturdy, easy to clean, and gentle on your knives.
2-Piece Cutting Board Set
A true kitchen workhorse! Lodge cast iron sears beautifully, goes from stovetop to oven, and lasts literally forever with a little care. An absolute essential.
Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet 10.25"
The ultimate one-pot wonder! A Dutch oven braises, bakes, simmers, and roasts — perfect for cozy soups, stews, and even crusty bread. It'll be the most-used pot in your kitchen.
Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven 6 Qt
Dinner in a fraction of the time! The Instant Pot pressure cooks, slow cooks, sautes, and more — perfect for busy weeknights when you want a home-cooked meal fast.
Instant Pot Duo 6 Qt 7-in-1 Electric Cooker
Protect your pans and make cooking easier! This 33-piece silicone set has every utensil you need — heat-resistant, non-stick friendly, and easy to clean. A complete kitchen upgrade.
Umite Chef 33 pcs Non-Stick Kitchen Utensils Set
Sheet pan dinners are the best weeknight hack! A good set of sturdy sheet pans is essential — perfect for roasting veggies, baking cookies, and easy one-pan meals.
USA Pan Baking Sheet (Set of 4)
No more guessing! A digital meat thermometer takes the stress out of cooking meat perfectly — juicy chicken, perfect steaks, and safe temps every time.
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No more mincing by hand! This press makes quick work of garlic and the built-in cleaner is genius. A little kitchen workhorse.
OXO Good Grips Garlic Press, Easy Squeeze
Freshly grated cheese makes everything better! This is sturdy, sharp, and easy to grip. A must for pasta night.
Box Grater
A good set of mixing bowls is a kitchen essential! These nest together for easy storage and the non-slip bottoms are so handy. Love the lids for storing leftovers too.
OXO Good Grips 3-Piece Plastic Mixing Bowl Set
Baking is so much more consistent with a scale! This one is accurate, easy to read, and takes up barely any space. A baker's best friend.
Etekcity Digital Kitchen Scale 11lb
A sharp peeler makes veggie prep so much faster! This set has different blades for all kinds of produce. Love the comfy grips too.
3-Piece Peeler Set - Beet, Fennel, Yam
Protect your hands and your table! These silicone mitts and trivets handle the heat and come in the cutest colors. A kitchen must-have.
BPA-Free Soft Silicone 4-Piece Oven Mitts Set