02 Jul 13 Top Kitchen Essentials {MOST are under $30!}
Ever wonder what must-have kitchen essentials is in a nutritionist’s kitchen? Have you ever read recipes and you really wanted to create that recipe, but you find out you don’t have the kitchen equipment to make it? I mean you could always improvise, but certain kitchen essentials can make cooking EASIER and more enjoyable.
Because, let’s be real, do you really want to chop everything by hand (especially if the recipe calls for a lot of chopping)? I didn’t think so – so I rounded up all my equipment that I use all the time. These are things that I just couldn’t live without….
Slow Cooker
I mean, who doesn’t love a slow cooker? This creates easy + healthy meals for the busy parent to come home to a cooked hot homemade meal. Not to mention this tool is pretty affordable! >>>>>> I WANT IT!
Pressure Cooker
This is another gadget that can help create healthy + easy meals in minutes. The slow cooker cooks foods slow (duh), but can take from 4-8 hours. A pressure cooker can fully cook frozen chicken breasts in 25 minutes or sweet potatoes in 12 minutes! WOAH! You can cook meats, veggies, grains, yogurt, and so much more! >>>>>>>>> I WANT IT!
Food Processor
Want to ease up on the chopping + mincing? A food processor will be your best friend. Plus, this gadget will help make food items, like hummus. >>>>>>>> I WANT IT!
Hand Mixer
You don’t have to have a whole expensive set-up of a mixer to bake like a pro. This hand mixer is perfect for baking or simply just stirring. Never hurt your wrist again with whipping up something. 😉 >>>>> I WANT IT!
Coffee Grinder
Want to grind up whole coffee beans to keep your coffee as fresh as can be? Or even grind up herbs to become a powder? A coffee grinder is what you’ll need! >>>>>>> I WANT IT!
Electric Tea Kettle
Want to heat up water for your French press coffee or tea without having to boil water on the water for a while or use the microwave. This electric tea kettle boils water in seconds >>>>> I WANT IT!
Apple Slicer
Because how else are you going to slice apples evenly? A must-have for all parents + apple lovers >>>>> I WANT IT!
Vitamix
I know, I know, this is a little bit of splurge. But, you’ll be surprised what this baby can do blend, puree, heat liquids up, and so much more! >>>>>>> I WANT IT!
Ceramic Pan
This pan will literally make your cooking experience enjoyable! A pan that avoids the chemicals in teflon pans, but is non-stick and cooks food fantastic. >>>> I WANT IT!
Grill Pan
Don’t want to start up the grill outside, but want those fancy grill marks and want to be indoors with a grill effect? We love our cast iron grill pan! ‘Tis the JAM! >>>>>>> I WANT IT!
Cast Iron
I love cast iron to sautéed, sear, fry, and bake things! I love being able to cook on the stove top, but leave everything in the pan and put it all in the oven to finish off my recipe! Plus, you know these pans last forever, right? >>>>> I WANT IT!
Citrus Squeezer
No more getting juice on your hands, seeds in your recipes, and get all the juice out of your favorite citrus items! >>>>> I WANT IT!
Spiralizer
Want to get creative with using different vegetables? Zucchini noodles, sweet potato noodles, beet noodles, carrot spirals, I mean the list literally can go on. Plus, veggies cook WAY faster when they are made this way! Make healthy meals that kids enjoy!>>>>> I WANT IT!
What are some of your must-have kitchen gadgets? Do you have any of these?
