As someone that learned to cook and grow later in life, I thought this list would be a good resource for those who may be in my shoes. I'm fortunate enough now to have a lot of tools and knowledge that I still am trying to understand.
My go-to model for dehydration | Fast, effective, easy to clean!
COSORI 5-Tray Food Dehydrator for Jerky
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Great option for those pesky smaller pieces or things that may get brittle.
COSORI Dehydrator Accessories for CFD-N051-W
Great option for liquids and fruit leathers!
COSORI Dehydrator Fruit Leather Roll Sheets
You can never have enough trays! Expands up to 7, so might as well use 7!
COSORI Dehydrator Accessories, 5 Tray, 2 Pack
My favorite book for learning about dehydration and amazing recipes!
Complete Dehydrator Cookbook: Dehydrate Food
Has a bit of everything and super informative!
The Complete Book of Pickling: 250 Recipes
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Saves me so much time and energy, also great for kiddos who might want to help out in the kitchen!
Yusshn 12-in-1 Vegetable Chopper with 7 Blades
So much fun, and great for a hot summer day! Or those who maybe want just a little bit of unique ice cream.
DASH My Mug Ice Cream Maker (Aqua) - 2 Bowls
Not much counter space? Have a kiddo who wants to learn to cook for themselves? Dash Appliances are a great start!
DASH Sous Vide Egg Bite Maker w/ Silicone Molds Aqua
Love this little griddle for quick breakfasts for 1.
DASH 8” Express Electric Round Griddle Aqua
Got somebody who wants to eat dinosaurs? Or maybe just want breakfast to be a little more fun?
DASH Multimaker Mini Waffle Maker 4-in-1 Aqua
We love Disney, couldn't help but get the books!
Disney Parks Celebration Cookbook: 101 Recipes
Little older version, this might be better for those who are nostalgic and miss some resort and festival foods.
The Official Disney Parks Cookbook: 101 Recipes
If you're a big fan of Mythicality like I am, Josh's book is a great time and sure is a unique cookbook to say the least.
Rhett & Link: The Mythical Cookbook
A food chopper has cut my prep time in HALF! Easily get things done with 1 appliance, and has even let my 6-year old cousin help with prepping dinners at times.
Mueller Pro Chopper 10-in-1 Veggie Slicer
This is my go-to kitchen scale for baking, mochi-making, and more. It's a little small, but good if you're not doing too much. Beginner-friendly!
Etekcity Digital Kitchen Scale, Stainless Steel
Awesome for summertime with the kiddos! 2 Bowls means 2 flavors, mix and match for different preferences.
DASH My Mug Ice Cream Maker Machine Aqua
I got this mixer as a birthday present and it works great! Has been a great help so I don't have to grab the bulky KitchenAid for small batches of baking.
Hamilton Beach 6-Speed Electric Hand Mixer White
An electric kettle is a MUST-HAVE in the kitchen, and I will die on that hill. Boils faster than my stove, and it has never let me down. Easy, compact, and overall helps so much in cooking.
