Kitchen Tools
There are so many pots, pans,
knives, and kitchen gadgets on the market these
days it’s hard to know what’s essential and
what’s superfluous. Ultimately, though, it comes
down to just a few necessities you’ll need to
create almost any dish.
If you’re starting from scratch, or trying to
replace old, worn-out implements, just remember
to start with the basics and slowly build from
there as your budget allows. Go for quality
rather than quantity; it’s better to have one
high-quality pot than a whole set of junk that
will break before you know it. Kitchen and bath
stores often distribute monthly “20% off any item
in the store” coupons, or have seasonal sales.
You can pick up one piece a month this way and
save yourself a lot of money. Also, check out
thrift and consignment stores, garage sales,
auctions, and estate sales. Estate sales are
especially good for kitchen implements and tools:
someone spent a lifetime acquiring them, and
you’re likely to find high quality, durable
items.
Make sure that the implements you choose are made
of the most natural materials available: glass,
wood, and cast iron are my favorites. Try to
avoid plastic and those weird new silicone
products whenever possible, they’ve never felt
right to me. Think about it this way: what’s the
point of all your organic ingredients and home
cooking if the implements you use are putting
toxic residues into your food?
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