A Meal Planning Concept


Kitchen Gear: Ever wonder what you should have in your kitchen and why?

The right tools make cooking easier, faster and even taste better. You don't need a bunch of gadgets. pots and pans; a few good quality tools and you are all set. Here is the list from our test kitchen. Sure we have drawers full of other gadgets, but these are the most used and relied on in our kitchen.

Must-Have Tools

1. Two whisks, different sizes
2. Two heat resistant spatulas
3. A good zester, preferably a
rasp
4. Several wooden spoons
5. Two pair of tongs
6. Pepper grinder
7. A strainer
8. A vegetable peeler
9. A good set of knives
10. A knife sharpener
11. My choice, don't laugh- an
asparagus peeler		 12. Measuring cups and spoons
13. A silpat
14. Two good cookie sheets
15. A roll of parchment paper
16. An offset cake spatula
17. Candy thermometer
18. Pastry brush
19. Pizza stone
20. Good cake pans
21. Large springform pan
22. 9" tart pan

Appliances, Pots and Pans

1. Blender
2. Portable mixer
3. Countertop mixer
4. Electric knife
5. Food processor
6. Heavy cast iron pan
7. A good non-stick wok
8. A good non-stick frying pan
9. A good non-stick grill pan
10. A large starch pot
11. A heavy sauce pan