My Staple Kitchen Equipment and Tools
(with links to buy from the Amazon Associates Affiliate program)
Kitchen Staples I used the most
High-Speed Blender
Vitamix and Blendtech are both great options for high-speed blenders. I have a Vitamix, and I love it! It is my favorite, and I am a Vitamix loyal fan. Nutribullet is also a good start at a more affordable rate. However, investing in a high-quality, high-speed blender will save you time, inspire you to be more creative in the kitchen, and enhance your cooking skills. I highly recommend investing in a good one if you can.
Nutribullet - a great budget-friendly blender with multiple cups.
Vitamix Explorian Series - basic model, not as powerful a motor for my chef's needs personally, but still a fantastic product if you are on a budget and want to start with Vitamix.
Vitamix Professional 5200—more powerful motor. I personally also prefer a tall, narrow container cup in this one. It allows you to blend smaller quantities of food.
Food Processor
I've had a Cuisinart for many years, which has served me well. Select the cup or container size that best suits your needs. I have two food processors: the large 14-cup model and the small 4-cup model. If you don’t have a large family or do batch cooking, an 11-cup model will also be a great choice.
Steamer for Vegetables
Steaming vegetables is the healthiest alternative to boiling, cooking, baking, and frying. Lightly steamed vegetables are easier to digest, and they still preserve more nutrients.
Rice Cooker (small)
You don’t need a separate rice cooker if you have an Instant Pot. I do not have an Instant Pot. For a quick, small portion of rice, quinoa, or oats, this little rice cooker is very handy. It is free of PFAS, PFOA, lead, and cadmium.
Electric Glass Kettle with Temperature Control
I prefer an electric kettle with various temperature settings. The ideal temperature for boiling water for tea is 180F, at which point the tea leaves will not overboil and will preserve their qualities. Hot boiling water destroys the leaves, and having a preferred setting helps to save time by not waiting for the boiling water to cool down. Plus, it keeps the water at the set temperature for some time.
Pans and Pots
It is best to invest in a high-quality set of pans and pots that come into direct contact with food. All the toxic materials in your pots and pans are leeching directly into your food at high temperatures.
Stainless steel pans are the best, and cast iron is the healthiest. For pots, choose either stainless steel or glass. I love glass pots.
Glass Pots (I bought a similar brown glass pot set from a French brand, Luminarc, which no longer sells them on Amazon). Attached is a link to a similar brand made in France. However, I have not tested these particular pots, so I can’t guarantee their durability.
Knife Set