I often get asked what my favorite and go-to kitchen utensils, tools and gadgets are; the ones I recommend. For someone who has a well stocked kitchen, and utilizes every last knife, spoon, pot and pan, and thing-a-ma-jig, I have compiled my 15 top recommended kitchen utensils, tools and gadgets that makes for a well organized and well stocked kitchen. Having these items on hand will not only help you cook and bake masterpieces during the holidays, but all year around. These are the fundamentals that work well for you, in your kitchen. Think of these items as your assistants. And, if taken care of properly, they won’t only be your most wise investments, they’ll last you a lifetime.
Here Is My 15 Top Recommended Kitchen Utensils, Tools, Gadgets
In my opinion, the most important tool in the kitchen, is a chef’s knife. Hands down, bar none. I have owned a few and have strong opinions on all, but this one is King. Here’s why: the handle fits comfortably in the hand with its cylinder shape. When cutting, I feel good control, and preciseness. The blade stays sharp and can julienne the finest of herbs. Very important. Whenever we travel and reserve an AirBNB, I bring along this knife. That’s how important it is to my cooking.
My go-to, stir everything and scrap everything tool is my rubber spatula. I’ve had mine for 10 years and counting. I use it to stir everything from crisping up bacon, to folding in delicate beaten egg whites. I’ve tried them all, this one is Brooke’s Best Bet.
We used to go through can openers like salt through a goose. Now that I have found this can opener, it’s a whole new wold. Easy to use, my wrists aren’t screaming after I’ve opened a can, and it makes the most clean cuts. I would give this can opener 5 out of 5 stars.
There’s always those that think they don’t need a juicer, but when it really boils down to it……yeah, you do. Whether you’re juicing that lime to zest up your seltzer, or juicing citrus for morning juices, this tool is a kitchen gadget must.
I’ve had these measuring cups for 30 years. They still look like new, and I use them almost daily. I hand wash them as that is best. Time well spent to keep these 30-year-old-hard-working-gems looking like new.
Same goes for these measuring spoons too.
Ever wonder what’s the best nonstick skillet? I’ve got the answer. From cooking evenly to tried and true nonstick coating, this set proves superior. I’ve done the research for you.
You need a 1 quart and 2 quart sauce pan. All-Clad is the brand that held up to my tests, and here is the complete set, to keep your cooking even.
A multi pot is an absolute must. From boiling pasta to making soups, outside of your chef’s knife, this will be the hardest working item in your kitchen. If taken care of properly, you’ll have have this pot for a lifetime.
Though I haven’t jumped on the air frier / pressure cooker / jack of all trades cooker, I do love my slow cooker. It performs the job that I require, and that’s the fix it and forget it kind. I have a few recipes on my blog, requiring this slow cooker, but this is really all you need for your appliance requirements.
A big investment, yet a very wise one, is a Dutch oven. You’ll use this pot for everything from slow cooked soups to meatballs in sauce. This pot is a requirement for a well-oiled kitchen. Trust me.
Although you may not think you’ll use it much, I can guarantee you will. This roasting pan will be worth its weight in gold, and then some some. Buy it.
And a couple more smaller items to keep you’re inner chef humming….
Wanna fry up something quick? This small appliance makes frying a cinch. And hey, it’s one of my favorites.
Toasters are wicked personal. I didn’t know toaster’s reviews were so close to the vest. I did have to research and find a new toaster for ourselves. I read each review diligently, and came across this one, and it deemed perfect. Geesh.
Trust me on this, because I have done the research for you. These are the 15 top recommended kitchen utensils, tools and gadgets you can have to make your kitchen and cooking time management run fluently.
Isn’t it time you had someone do the research for you?
Why yes, yet it is.
If you want your kitchen and time management responsibilities to run smoothly, then by all means, these utensils, tools and gadgets are your must-haves!
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