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SHOP KITCHEN ESSENTIALS
Explore my go-to kitchen appliances that are up for the task and the most used cookware and kitchen tools that will increase efficiency. Scroll down and check out appliances, essential tools and plant-forward ingredients to update your pantry and cookbooks that will inspire you to cook.
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KITCHEN APPLIANCES
Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender, Professional-Grade, 48 Oz. Container, Black
Professional-Grade motor with ten variable speeds to heat, chop, grind, blend and emulsify your culinary creations.
Cuisinart Food Processor 14-Cup Vegetable Chopper for: Mincing, Dicing, Shredding, Puree and Kneading Dough
Cuisinart CSB-179 Smart Stick Variable Speed Hand Blender, Stainless Steel
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INCLUDES: 3-cup chopper/grinder, chef’s whisk, 2-cup mixing/measuring cup
KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer K45SS, Onyx Black includes: 4.5 Quart Stainless Steel Bowl, Coated Flat Beater, Coated Dough Hook, and 6-Wire Whip
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5-1 Griddler, is a contact grill, panini press, full grill, full griddle and half grill/half griddle. The griddler plates are removable, reversible and are dishwasher safe nonstick cooking plates, the plates also act as a drain for the grease for cooking healthier.
The Breville Juice Fountain Cold is a high-performance juicer with an innovative cold extraction system that can provide a super-sized 70fl oz of juice goodness.
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Enjoy the aroma and freshness of freshly ground coffee. Burr grinding provides a uniform grind to your fresh coffee beans with its 18-position grind selector. Choose from ultra-fine to extra-coarse to ensure your coffee grounds are exactly the way you prefer.
Grow your own fresh herbs, lettuce and veggies all year long. The hydroponic growing system kit comes with 3L water tank, LED grow light with full-spectrum, and a circulation system that keeps water fresh.
If you don’t own a convection oven and you are avoiding frying in oil, this countertop air fryer uses convection to circulate hot air around the food, resulting in a crispy exterior and a moist interior.
ESSENTIAL COOKWARE
The Lodge 10" Chef Collection Cast Iron Skillet has ergonomic handles and superior heat retention for the perfect sear. Pre-seasoned and ready-to-use on all cooking surfaces, grills, campfires and oven safe.
The All-Clad brushed stainless steel 5-ply bonded sauté pan with lid is versatile and built to last a lifetime.
Compatible with gas, electric, ceramic, and induction cooktops.
The Always Pan 2.0 toxin-free ceramic pan is the ultimate multitasker; use it for braising, searing, steaming, sautéing, frying, boiling, baking, serving, and storing - truly accommodating all your culinary needs. Compatible with all stovetops, including induction and oven safe.
Versatile and functional, perfect for cooking, baking, serving and entertaining. The cast iron construction provides superior heat retention and even heat distribution. Stovetop, oven and broiler safe. Induction stovetop compatible and dishwasher safe.
Use Dutch Oven for my Country Style Bread recipe
Professional Grade Porcelain set of 2 – 8.7” in diameter (without handle) x 3” height/capacity 75 oz. Microwave, freezer, broiler, oven safe up to 572F
and dishwasher safe.
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Calphalon premium nonstick 17"L x 12"W x 1.5"H baking pans. The heavy gauge steel core to promotes even heating and prevents warping. The raised edges enable no-spill baking for everything from cookies to sheet cakes. Dishwasher safe for hassle-free and convenient cleaning.
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ESSENTIAL KITCHEN TOOLS
Silpat, the original premium non-stick silicone baking mat. Made of fiberglass mesh and the highest quality food grade silicone, which provides consistent heat distribution and promotes even baking and browning. The Silpat mat replaces the need for butter, grease, parchment paper, oils, and sprays.
Kuhn Rikon, the ultimate all-purpose Y peeler with a razor-sharp straight carbon steel blade that maximizes smoothness and minimizes wastage. Incorporates a convenient potato eye remover and is suitable for right and
left-handed use.
The Microplane premium classic grater uses the technology of Microplane photoetched blades, that are made in the USA. Use to grate spices, citrus and ginger. The handle provides stability and is comfortable to hold. The shape fits nicely into your hand with no sharp edges or too small of an area to hold.
The unpolished stone mortar interior and pestle tip offer effective grinding and help you quickly crush and grind grain, spices, and herbs. Use your mortar and pestle to create an array of dips, marinades, and spice mixes and enjoy the aromas they release in the process.
Two handled-knife with a sharp stainless steel blade and comfortable turned wood handles.
Curved board keeps ingredients contained and can be used for food prep or serving. Efficiently chops nuts, herbs and garlic.
The cast iron spice mill and grinder set has a a beech wood lid to store the contents. It is the perfect tool for grinding, pulverizing, and crushing fresh spices in a short amount of time. Three pieces: outer cup, inner grinder, and beech wood lid.
3.5" high x 3.1" deep x 2.8" inner diameter
KitchenAid stainless steel mixing bowls: versatile set, durable stainless steel stands up to daily use and is odor-and stain-resistant; non-slip base helps to stabilize bowl while mixing. The set includes
1.5-quart, 3-quart, and 5-quart bowls.
This All-Clad polished stainless steel
6-piece set includes all the cooking and serving basics you need including a: 4-ounce ladle; a 13-inch solid spoon, a 13-inch slotted spoon, a 13-inch turner, and a 13-inch fork and a stainless steel caddy for storage.
OXO Good Grips 6-Piece Set is airtight, stackable, space-efficient and now dishwasher safe. Set includes: Three 4.4 Qt Containers ideal for storing 5 lb bags of flour, sugar and other economy-sized staples, and three handy ½ cup scoops that neatly attach to the underside of POP Container lids.
Reusable Silicone Food Savers Sage Green (Set of 5) + Avocado Hugger Avocado Saver Covers (Set of 2), Keeps Food Fresh, Dishwasher Safe. Our silicone covers flex and fold over your produce creating an air tight seal.
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Seamlessly transition between kitchen tasks, opening packages, preparing poultry, Nutcracker, bottle opener, and stripping herbs. Protective Blade Covers —with a versatile scissor duo. Black/Red
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Grip the Non-Slip Handle: Your go-to scraper kitchen tool should not be slipping during important tasks that need to be done quickly. Our Bench Scraper & Chopper has a large, soft handle you can keep a grip on
IDEAL USE: Great for use on grills, grates, burnt-on food, rust and concrete
NO MESS: Our rust stain remover pad eliminates baked-on messes without presoaking, leaving you with professional cleaning results
RUST-FREE: These cleaning tools won’t rust or splinter like steel wool making them great grill cleaning products
my go-to
I have been collecting cookbooks since I started cooking at age six. With over 750 books,
my libraryconsists of a wide variety of cuisines and topics, and within the past decade, it has included plant-based books.
Whether you follow a plant-based diet, are vegetarian, or are vegan curious, I have
recommended some plant-based books I own and enjoy reading and using.
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