Investing in Good Kitchen Tools

A Companion Blog to MM #28, Don't Fight in the Kitchen; Invest in Good Tools

Many times my guests and I have discussed the importance of having good tools to work with in the kitchen. As with any art form, the tools you use to practice the Art of Home will have a direct impact on the quality of your work. That's not to say you can't get good results with poor tools, but you will have to work a lot harder to get those results. 

In this Monday Motivation, I'm sharing my suggestions for essential kitchen tools that are worth the splurge for higher quality.

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Knives:

• Here's a good set that includes a chef and paring knife

• Serrated Bread Knife

Skillets: start with a 10", then add 12-14" and an 8"

• Stainless Steel

• Cast Iron 

• Enamel Coated Cast Iron

Dutch Oven: I recommend 5-7 quart capacity, depending on family size

• uncoated cast iron

• enamel coated cast iron: budget option, splurge option

Stand Mixer

• Kitchen Aid, Professional

• Bosch, highly recommended for bread dough

• Cuisinart, a good all-purpose budget option

• Ankarsrum, very pricy, but has great reviews, not available on amazon

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