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Beginning Kitchen Essentials
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Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless Steel 12-Piece Cookware SetCuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless Steel 12-Piece Cookware Set
Buy new: $144.95
A nice basic set - attractive and durable.
Norpro Stainless Steel 9-1/2-Inch ColanderNorpro Stainless Steel 9-1/2-Inch Colander
Buy new: $28.01
Simply Calphalon Nonstick 6-Piece Bakeware SetSimply Calphalon Nonstick 6-Piece Bakeware Set
Buy new: $119.99
Bakeware basics + cooling rack!
Calphalon Classic Bakeware 9-by-13-Inch Rectangular Nonstick Bake PanCalphalon Classic Bakeware 9-by-13-Inch Rectangular Nonstick Bake Pan
Buy new: $22.00 / Used from: $13.99
Calphalon Classic Nonstick 12-Cup Muffin PanCalphalon Classic Nonstick 12-Cup Muffin Pan
Buy new: $57.99
Lodge Logic 12-Inch Pre-Seasoned SkilletLodge Logic 12-Inch Pre-Seasoned Skillet
Buy new: $18.97 / Used from: $15.99
Lodge cast iron is fabulous. Care for it properly, and it will last forever. Bonus points for being pre-seasoned!
Lodge Logic 3-Quart Pre-Seasoned Chicken FryerLodge Logic 3-Quart Pre-Seasoned Chicken Fryer
Buy new: $29.99
If you're frying chicken, cast iron is the best!
Nordic Ware Platinum Collection Original Bundt PanNordic Ware Platinum Collection Original Bundt Pan
Buy new: $30.03
Nordic Ware Platinum Rose Cast Aluminum Bundt PanNordic Ware Platinum Rose Cast Aluminum Bundt Pan
Buy new: $28.99
Nice to have a basic Bundt pan and a special one. I love the rose shape.
CorningWare French White 12-Piece Gift Bake and Serve SetCorningWare French White 12-Piece Gift Bake and Serve Set
Buy new: $71.35 / Used from: $55.99
Pyrex 16-pc. Starter SetPyrex 16-pc. Starter Set
Pie plate, mixing bowls, etc.
KitchenAid KSM150PSWH Artisan Series 5-Quart Mixer, WhiteKitchenAid KSM150PSWH Artisan Series 5-Quart Mixer, White
Buy new: $269.99 / Used from: $220.00
Not exactly a basic necessity, but it is fabulous!
Hamilton Beach Stay/Go Slow Cooker - 33163HHamilton Beach Stay/Go Slow Cooker - 33163H
Buy new: $33.90
Nothing saves time like a slow cooker. Plus, coming home to a cooked meal is always great.
Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Programmable Cone Coffeemaker, BlackMr. Coffee 12-Cup Programmable Cone Coffeemaker, Black
Buy new: $104.99
I love programmable pots - so nice to wake up to coffee!
Pyrex Prepware 8-Cup Measuring Cup, Clear with Red Lid and MeasurementsPyrex Prepware 8-Cup Measuring Cup, Clear with Red Lid and Measurements
Buy new: $21.00
Very handy for measuring out large ingredient amounts. Also works for cooking rice in the microwave.
Cuisinart 89203 Stainless Steel Utensil Set 5-pc.Cuisinart 89203 Stainless Steel Utensil Set 5-pc.
Buy new: $64.95
Leifheit Feel It Stainless Steel Line Spaghetti LadleLeifheit Feel It Stainless Steel Line Spaghetti Ladle
Buy new: $10.99
Makes serving pasta ten times easier!
Cuisipro Stainless-Steel Measuring Cups and Spoon SetCuisipro Stainless-Steel Measuring Cups and Spoon Set
KitchenAid Nonstick Rolling PinKitchenAid Nonstick Rolling Pin
Buy new: $20.99
Oxo Good Grips Points Ice Cream ScoopOxo Good Grips Points Ice Cream Scoop
Buy new: $7.84
Oxo Good Grips Dough BlenderOxo Good Grips Dough Blender
Buy new: $7.99
Essential for making pie crust, biscuits, etc.
J.A. Henckels International Everedge 13-Piece Knife Set with Bonus Cheese KnifeJ.A. Henckels International Everedge 13-Piece Knife Set with Bonus Cheese Knife
Buy used from: $37.99
Farberware 3-Piece Poly Cutting Board SetFarberware 3-Piece Poly Cutting Board Set
Buy new: $14.99 / Used from: $11.99
Use separate cutting boards for raw meat and veggies/bread, etc!
Oxo Good Grips Box GraterOxo Good Grips Box Grater
Buy new: $17.40 / Used from: $13.99
Cuisinart Wing Corkscrew, BlackCuisinart Wing Corkscrew, Black
Buy new: $17.99
A basic winged corkscrew is essential - especially for those of us who have lots of trouble removing corks.
Oxo SteeL Can OpenerOxo SteeL Can Opener
Buy new: $17.99
Oxo Good Grips i-Series Swivel PeelerOxo Good Grips i-Series Swivel Peeler
Buy new: $13.99
Oneida Flight 24-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 4Oneida Flight 24-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 4
Nice enough for everyday stuff.
Corelle Livingware 34-Piece Dinnerware Set, Service for 8, Just WhiteCorelle Livingware 34-Piece Dinnerware Set, Service for 8, Just White
Basic white dishes are great for everyday without locking you into any certain color scheme.
Spiegelau Vino Grande Red Wine Glasses, Set of 6Spiegelau Vino Grande Red Wine Glasses, Set of 6
Buy new: $32.34 / Used from: $29.99
Spiegelau Authentis Collection White Wine Glasses, Set of 6Spiegelau Authentis Collection White Wine Glasses, Set of 6
Spiegelau Vino Grande Champagne Glasses, Set of 6Spiegelau Vino Grande Champagne Glasses, Set of 6
Blue Velvet Shot Glasses Set of 6Blue Velvet Shot Glasses Set of 6
Luigi Bormioli Michelangelo Masterpiece 12-1/2-Ounce Double Old Fashioned Glasses, Set of 6Luigi Bormioli Michelangelo Masterpiece 12-1/2-Ounce Double Old Fashioned Glasses, Set of 6
Buy new: $27.99
Luigi Bormioli Gallerie 64-Ounce PitcherLuigi Bormioli Gallerie 64-Ounce Pitcher
Buy new: $23.27 / Used from: $12.99
Luigi Bormioli Alfieri 14-Ounce Beverage Glasses, Set of 4Luigi Bormioli Alfieri 14-Ounce Beverage Glasses, Set of 4
Buy new: $17.99
Mikasa Stanton Stainless-Steel Iced Tea Spoons, Set of 4Mikasa Stanton Stainless-Steel Iced Tea Spoons, Set of 4
Buy new: $19.95
Glass Dome 2-pc. Serving SetGlass Dome 2-pc. Serving Set
GladWare Small Bowl Containers with Lids, Round Size, 4 Cups 4 containersGladWare Small Bowl Containers with Lids, Round Size, 4 Cups 4 containers
Buy new: $5.95
GladWare is fabulous for leftovers.