As a home cook, I know that having the right tools in the kitchen can make all the difference. That’s why I’ve compiled a list of my top 9 kitchen essentials that I’ve purchased on Amazon. These products have helped me elevate my cooking game and make my time in the kitchen more efficient and enjoyable.
Selamica Ceramic 8-inch Pasta Bowls
These pasta bowls are perfect for serving up a big batch of your favorite pasta dish. They have a 26 oz capacity and are made of high-quality porcelain that’s dishwasher and microwave safe. The Ceylon blue color is a beautiful addition to any table setting.
Greener Chef 30 x 20 Bamboo Extra Large Cutting Board
This cutting board is perfect for any home cook. It’s extra large, measuring 30 x 20 inches, so you’ll have plenty of space to chop and prep your ingredients. It’s also versatile enough to be used as a stove top cover, a noodle board, or a BBQ cutting board. Plus, it’s made of bamboo, which is gentle on knives and eco-friendly.
Kitchen Mama Electric Can Opener
This electric can opener makes it easy to open cans with the simple push of a button. It has a smooth edge design that prevents sharp edges on the can, and it’s food-safe and easy to clean. It’s also battery operated, so you can take it with you wherever you go.
Riveira Wooden Spoons for Cooking 6-Piece Bamboo Utensil Set
This utensil set includes everything you need for cooking and serving, including a slotted spoon, a solid spoon, a flat spatula, a curved spatula, and a fork. They’re made of bamboo, which is gentle on nonstick cookware and eco-friendly. These utensils make a great housewarming gift.
Nespresso Vertuo Coffee and Espresso Machine by Breville
This coffee and espresso machine is a must-have for any coffee lover. It uses Nespresso’s Vertuo technology to brew a perfect cup of coffee or espresso every time, and it has a sleek chrome design that will fit in any kitchen.
Instant Pot DUO60 6 Qt 7-in-1 Pressure Cooker
This multi-cooker is a game changer in the kitchen. It can function as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, sauté pan, yogurt maker, and more. I use it at least once a week to cook grains, beans, soups, and stews, and it always produces perfect results.
Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast-Iron Skillet
Every kitchen needs a good cast-iron skillet, and the Lodge brand is my personal favorite. It’s pre-seasoned and ready to use right out of the box, and it’s perfect for everything from searing steak to baking cornbread.
Cuisinart CTG-00-BG Boxed Grater
This four-sided grater is a must-have for any home cook. It has a fine grater side for cheese and citrus, a medium grater side for vegetables, a coarse grater side for potatoes and carrots, and a slicing side for tomatoes and onions. It’s a versatile tool that saves time and space in the kitchen.
KitchenAid KHM512ER 5-Speed Hand Mixer
A hand mixer is a handy tool to have in the kitchen, and the KitchenAid brand is a trusted name. This one has five speeds, a comfortable grip, and attachments for mixing, whisking, and beating.