Blend Hot Liquids Like The Pros With A Stick Blender
You may have never used a stick blender like the Cuisinart 2-speed Smart Stick but they are quite popular among chefs for pureeing soups and sauces directly in the pot, a much safer alternative to blending hot liquids in a standard blender where the steam will expand and blow scalding soup all over you and the kitchen.
An Electric Hand Mixer Whips Sauce, Batters, And More In A Jif
An electric hand mixer whips up batters lickety split. Plus, if you don’t make doughs and batters often, it’s much cheaper than a stand mixer.
The Best Stand Mixer For A Kitchen’s Biggest Tasks
A quality stand mixer is definitely an investment but there is very little that a beast like the KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer can’t handle, especially with the countless accessories that are offered. If, however, you only need to whisk and blend, a KitchenAid hand blender does a great job and saves a lot of space.
Selecting The Right Juice Pitcher
f you enjoy fresh juice then a quality pitcher is a must for your kitchen. When selecting a pitcher, we prefer one from Rubbermaid that holds one gallon of liquid, has markings on the side for quart measurements, and has a tight lid so that you can shake the juice without it splattering it all over your kitchen.
Keep Sauces Warm Longer With A Quality Thermos
A quality thermos is key to keeping sauces warm longer. Whether you are serving it at a backyard cookout or are a competitor wanting to keep sauce piping hot for turn-in boxes, a thermos like my favorite, the 64-ounce Yeti Rambler, is the perfect solution. It’s also great for traveling with homemade Thanksgiving gravy!
Nesting Mixing Bowls, A Must For Any Kitchen
If you cook, you need mixing bowls. Heat proof glass like Pyrex and stainless steel are good choices because they can go in the oven. When making your selection, note that glass can be used in the microwave and that metal cannot. Glass also looks nicer as a serving bowl while stainless bowls are lightweight.
Rubbermaid Stain Shield Plastic Storage Containers Have Several Advantages
Plastic storage containers are versatile, multipurpose, essential items in any kitchen. Keep a variety of sizes on hand for various liquid and solid foods.
Keep Ingredients Fresh With Airtight Canister Sets
Airtight canisters are a must in any kitchen as they help keep ingredients fresh much longer. If you don’t put the flour in an airtight canister, it can lose quality, but worst of all, it will attract pantry moths, a most unwelcome infestation. You need a canister for flour, sugar, brown sugar, rice, coffee, and tea.
Duct Tape, The All Purpose Tool For Countless Jobs
A home without a roll of duct tape is like a bicycle without wheels.
Rubber Bands: One Is Never Enough Of This Kitchen Essential
No kitchen is complete without a stockpile of rubber bands in a variety of sizes.
Other Kitchen Tools: Plastic Wrap Is A Staple You Shouldn’t Do Without
Plastic wrap is an essential staple for any kitchen. Get the kind that clings to bowls so you can keep your food air tight.
Double Strength Aluminum Foil
Heavy duty aluminum foil is a must have staple for any kitchen and for any backyard cook’s arsenal of tools.
Butcher String, A Must For Tying Roasts
No kitchen is complete without butcher string. It’s really just food grade kite string that is used for tying roasts and more.
Quality Kitchen Towels Are A Must For Clean Up
Every kitchen needs a quality set of utilitarian kitchen towels and terry cloth is the best! Avoid towels with fringes to catch fire.
Serving Platters Are A Must For Entertaining Dinner Guests
Large serving platters are something that you may not realize you need until it comes time to serve a turkey, a mess of ribs, and other large dishes.