Nice to Have - Kitchen Tools & Gadgets

Nice to Have - Kitchen Tools & Gadgets

1.  Small Vegetable Chopper - the size that will handle 1 cup of ingredients at a time.
2.  Good Paring Knife - Don't try to cook without a knife that's sharp, holds its edge and fits in your hand.
3.  Good Chef's Knife - one with a wide, sharp blade that's about 8 inches long, good for making strong cuts through meats.
4.  Good Serrated Knife - with a long blade, perfect for slicing bread.
5.  Heat Resistant Spatula Set - Invest in a set that is  heat resistant up to 240-Degree C / 480-Degree F
6.  Wooden Spoons - a minimum of 2, perfect for stirring without scratching.
7.  Washable Cutting Board - You'll still need it, even if you have an electric vegetable chopper (1.)
8.  Whisk - A medium-sized whisk takes care of persistent lumps in gravies and sauces when they aren't supposed to be any.
9.  Salad Spinner - Get yourself a salad spinner.
10.  Cooking Thermometer - Get an accurate temperature reading on cooked foods.