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This page was last updated on 10/2/2025.

The right kitchen tools make a difference. These are the essential, workhorse products I use in my kitchen and recommend for your kitchen. You will often see these products in my videos and blog photos. In some cases, I own an older version of the product that has been a reliable addition to my kitchen.

I only recommend products I love. If you are looking to refresh your kitchen essentials, start here.

Cutting Boards,citrus juicer, ice cream scoops, cheese boards, silicone spatulas, stainless steel kitchen utensils, charcuterie board, baking racks, olive wood kitchen utensils

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Kitchen Appliances
Counter space is precious, so the appliances I keep out must earn their spot.
These are the small appliances I use again and again, from my coffee maker to my bread machine.

Bread Maker (New Version): https://amzn.to/46OfoVK
Coffee Maker: https://amzn.to/3Gh99PA
Electric Frying Pan: https://amzn.to/3ZFGdHV
Electric Knife Sharpener: https://amzn.to/3Ug8Jij
Food Processor: https://amzn.to/4pRR67L
Hand Mixer: https://amzn.to/4374MjW
Ice Cream Maker: https://amzn.to/3wFKl2c
12” Frying Pan with Lid: https://amzn.to/413sdsR
14” Frying Pan:https://amzn.to/3zBoXwC
Slow Cooker with Browning: https://amzn.to/453HU4U
Stand Mixer: https://amzn.to/3MfEzcV

Essential Kitchen Tools
These are the tools that make daily cooking easier. If you
are looking for the basics, start here.

9” springform Pan: https://amzn.to/4eWAVjV
Baking Racks: https://amzn.to/4cpc6fk
Batter bowl: https://amzn.to/3ZmmUVK
Boning Knife: https://amzn.to/3Gfxh5h
Box Grater: https://amzn.to/3LH5xaZ
Bread Slicer: https://amzn.to/4beWnil
Bread Knife: https://amzn.to/3ZtLxzE
Charcuterie Board with Serving Utensils:
https://amzn.to/3v71QYI
Cheese Boards: https://amzn.to/4cpbg2a
Citrus Juicer: https://amzn.to/49ZBk2i
Cookie Scoops: https://amzn.to/33QVi2d
Cutting Board Set: https://amzn.to/494Qimx
Dutch Oven: https://amzn.to/3Yenwf6
Ice cream scoops: https://amzn.to/3VwoxQu
Immersion Blender: https://amzn.to/3PG5Er0
Kitchen Scale: https://amzn.to/3U4JMX7
Kitchen Shears: https://amzn.to/3K9DOj1
Kitchen Utensils: https://amzn.to/3TpJ6M2
Loaf Pans: https://amzn.to/3SWFWz8
Manual Nut Chopper: https://amzn.to/3GDithd
Meat Thermometer: https://amzn.to/3TG0jlD
Mixing Bowls: https://amzn.to/3PsZz0W
Microplane Zester: https://amzn.to/3LsmDKY
Nutmeg Grater: https://amzn.to/3S11YC4
Pinch Bowls:https://amzn.to/3PQ1cH0
Pizza Paddle: https://amzn.to/3Vveo6Z
Pot Holders: https://amzn.to/3m36p1q
Quart Containers: https://amzn.to/48JrljR
Rolling Pin: https://amzn.to/3ttDsz7
Santoku Knife: https://amzn.to/3MiSJKr
Sheet Pans: https://amzn.to/3Llhe8s
Silicone Spatulas: https://amzn.to/3Tnwdly
Sweedish Wash Cloths: https://amzn.to/4cmqeGl
Vegetable Peeler: https://amzn.to/3ZI9v8V
Wooden Utensil Set: https://amzn.to/3THxjdl

Bread Machine Favorites
If you love homemade bread but don’t want the hassle of kneading, these are my bread machine must-haves. From reliable bread machines to the best storage bags and knives, these tools will help you bake delicious, fresh bread at home with less effort.

Bread Maker (New Version): https://amzn.to/46OfoVK
Bread Slicer: https://amzn.to/4beWnil
Bread Knife: https://amzn.to/3ZtLxzE
Kitchen Scale: https://amzn.to/3U4JMX7
Loaf Pans: https://amzn.to/3SWFWz8
Manual Nut Chopper: https://amzn.to/3GDithd
Meat Thermometer: https://amzn.to/4hiPL4m
Pinch Bowls:https://amzn.to/3PQ1cH0
Pizza Cutter: https://amzn.to/4aa3I2l
Pizza Paddle: https://amzn.to/3Vveo6Z

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How to Make a Perfect Bacon and Eggs Breakfast

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Five Keys to Growing A Healthy Ficus Tree

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How to Trap and Get Rid of Fruit Flies

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Crunchy, Spicy Gingersnap Cookies

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Cinnamon Raisin Bread: A Bread Machine Recipe

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Bread Machine Dinner Rolls

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