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There’s Nothing Like a Rice Cooker
A rice cooker cooks, steams and warms more than just rice! Here's the one that we like best for a reasonable price.
A Slow Cooker Has Multiple Uses
A slow cooker has many uses including braising when your oven is full or you want to leave the house without leaving the oven on.
Fissler CookStar Portable Induction Cooktop Review
This compact and convenient burner is portable and uses induction technology to avoid heating up your kitchen. And it's not too expensive.
A Deep Fryer Isn’t Essential But Very Useful On Occasion
This deep fryer holds 2.2 pounds of food, has a clever oil drainage system, a viewing window, a non-stick interior, and an air filter.
Dymo Labeler Review
Keep your stored food items organized and easy to find with an inexpensive labeler. We recommend this one from Dymo.
Vacuum Storage System
A vacuum sealing system can extend the life of foods in the pantry, the fridge and the freezer. Forestalls freezer burn as well.
An Electric Coffee And Spice Grinder Can Improve Your Cooking
Freshly ground coffee beans and spices are so much better tasting. Just pick up a cheap grinder and it will improve your coffee and cooking.
Vitamix 5200 Blender. A Blender That Pulverizes The Competition
If you make a lot of smoothies, sauces, and other blended foods then a high quality blender like the Vitamix 5200 is in order.
A Food Processor Is An Essential Small Appliance
This essential tool does a better job on thick purees. Plus, it has attachments that let you shred, slice, and grate your way to greatness.
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 popular among chefs for pureeing in the pot.
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 cheaper than a stand mixer.
The Best Stand Mixer For A Kitchen’s Biggest Tasks
There is very little that a beast like the KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer can't handle, especially with the countless accessories offered.
Selecting The Right Juice Pitcher
If you enjoy fresh juice then a quality pitcher is a must for your kitchen. When selecting a pitcher, we prefer one from Rubbermaid.
Keep Sauces Warm Longer With A Quality Thermos
A quality insulated stainless steel thermos is key to keeping sauces warm longer. The 64-ounce Yeti Rambler, is the perfect solution.
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