Essential Cooking Equipment

Hours can be spent in cooking stores looking at all of the beautiful equipment that is on offer. (I should know I have probably spent a good few months in total in shops). Thousands of products are availbale, but what do you really need or most cooking applications?

 

This list reflects the essentials; equipment that will be frequently used and should be kept close at hand. Of course, the more you cook the more equipment you will accumulate, but if you start by stocking your kitchen with these items you'll be well on your way to making just about any dish

 

The list was hand picked by me to include good quality tools that will help make cooking easier and more fun for you.

 

HAPPY COOKING

 

Knives

 

 

Next to your hands, your knives are your most important tools in the kitchen. The three knives shown above are what I recommend as a starter set; most of your cutting needs will be met with these three knives. Buy as good a quality as you can, take can of them, and they'll last a long time

 

Measuring

 

 

 

These measuring tools are likely all you'll ever need for cooking. The digital scale seems like a splurge, but it comes in very handy when you are considering portion sizes, dividing ingredients, measuring in metric, multiplying recipes and quantites

 

Gadgets, Utensils and Other Equipment

 

 

As I said these are what I would consider essentials. There are many, more choices for kitchen utensils, and the chances are you'll end up with drawers full of spoons, spatulas and much more. It is often tempting to buy the latest greatest gadgets but if you have the above items on hand, you'll find that almost any job in the kitchen can be handled with ease.

 

Cookware

 

 

Cookware runs the gamut from low priced to very expensive. Truth be told, some manufacturers have such excellent quality cookware, the high price is worth it since the pieces have the ability to last for generations. None of the pans are truly cheap, they are good value items that, if properly cared for, will last and last

 

Baking Pans

 

 

Baking pans come in a vareity of shapes, materials and sizes, but many of the pans can be used for multiple purposes. The stoneware casserole dish, for example, can be used for crumbles and cobblers, as well as potatoes au gratin and roasted pork. Having a few sizes on hand ensures you'll have the right bakeware for the number of people you're cooking for.

 

Small Appliances

 

 

If I were to prioritize the order in which to purchase the above applicances, I would suggest the mixer first, the blender second and lastly the food processor. This is because the first two items perform functions that just can't always be done by hand. Having all three appliances will make your cooking more efficient, but the food processor can definitely wait.

 

I hope this gives you a little insite in to what are the main Cooking Essential Equipment I believe will help you create the most amazing meals and beautiful cakes

 

Love Laura

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