As beginners, it’s sometimes difficult to start cooking without stress if you do not have a minimum utensils at hand. Slicing, grating, measuring, weighting… these basic activities require a set of practical tools that you cannot really overlook without ending up with disappointing results. Beside the obvious, knifes/board/pans combo, here’s a checklist of 10 essentials that have proven to be vital in any beginner or seasoned cook’s kitchen.
1. Cookie Cutter Sets, by Ateco – $16.85 Amazon
2. Kobra Slicer, by De Buyer – $58.95 Amazon
3. Stainless Steel Salt / Pepper Shaker, by Update International – $6.98 Amazon
4. Glass Nesting Bowl Set – $29.95 Crate and Barrel
5. Stock Pot with Lid, by Zwilling – $149.95 Amazon
6. Endurance Spice Measuring Spoon Set, by RSVP – $14.00 Amazon
8. Precision Retro Mechanical Kitchen Scale, by Eat Smart – $27.95 Amazon
9. Stainless Steel Nesting Measuring Cup Set – $29.95 Amazon
10. Herb Savor – $31.50 Burpee
11. Classic Zester/Grater, by Microplane – $12.95 Amazon
