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Kitchen Essentials That You Need To Just "Suck It Up" & Buy
By an Amazon.com customer
Silpat 11-5/8-by-16-1/2-Inch Nonstick Silicone Baking MatSilpat 11-5/8-by-16-1/2-Inch Nonstick Silicone Baking Mat
Buy new: $18.99 / Used from: $17.99
$20 bucks for a stupid piece of plastic, you say? It is well worth the investment, my friend. Think of all the money you will save on parchment paper at $6 a roll! Martha Stewart tested and approved!
Peugeot Fidji 8-1/4-Inch Pepper Mill, Black MattePeugeot Fidji 8-1/4-Inch Pepper Mill, Black Matte
Buy new: $54.95
$40 bucks for a pepper mill, you question? Yes! And well worth it. Peugeot has made pepper mills since 1842-they know what they are doing.I have been through 2 cheap mills, bit the bullet & bought it!
Calphalon Professional Nonstick II Limited Edition 10-Inch Omelet PanCalphalon Professional Nonstick II Limited Edition 10-Inch Omelet Pan
Buy new: $79.99
Calphalon's PROFESSIONAL omelet pan is a must plus Amazon has the BEST price around. I use this pan for finishing meats in the oven too as it is oven safe to 450 degrees. Excellent product!
Rubbermaid Professional 13-1/2 Inch Heat Resistant SpoonulaRubbermaid Professional 13-1/2 Inch Heat Resistant Spoonula
Buy new: $18.99 / Used from: $7.00
With making omelets you'll need a decent spatula. But one that cost $15 bucks is outrageous, right? Not so. Designed to resist melting to 500 so you won't have ?'s why the eggs taste like plastic.
Cuisinart Everyday Stainless 3-3/4-Quart Soup Pot with LidCuisinart Everyday Stainless 3-3/4-Quart Soup Pot with Lid
A nice soup pot is a must have & this one has a copper sandwiched bottom for even heating & prevents scorching. You can also throw in the oven to roast since it's stainless steel. Great buy at $34!
Cuisinart Copper Classic 3-1/2-Quart Sauteuse PanCuisinart Copper Classic 3-1/2-Quart Sauteuse Pan
I love this pan & got mine on sale. It's the first piece of copperware that I own & it was a good choice. Great for sauteing,browning & esp.SEARING since you can put this pan in the oven for finishing
Oxo Good Grips 11-Inch Balloon WhiskOxo Good Grips 11-Inch Balloon Whisk
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $8.99
Splurge & buy a whisk with stainless steel wires instead of a pack of whisks at the dollar store that RUST! OXO's whisk is reasonably priced, nice to use, & a nice kitchen gadget addition to any home.
Wusthof Trident Grand Prix Kitchen ShearsWusthof Trident Grand Prix Kitchen Shears
If you want a good pair of kitchen shears (& YES, you do NEED them) expect to spend at least $40. These shears from Wusthof are a good example. Don't put ANY shears in the dishwasher. WASH BY HAND!!!
Lodge Logic 11-1/4-Inch Pre-Seasoned Grill PanLodge Logic 11-1/4-Inch Pre-Seasoned Grill Pan
Buy new: $26.99 / Used from: $18.84
You need to at least have one piece of cast iron in your kitchen & this grill skillet (now made pre-seasoned) is great for grilled chicken breasts, hamburgers, & steaks when you can't grill outdoors.
Wüsthof Le Cordon Bleu 2-Piece Asian SetWüsthof Le Cordon Bleu 2-Piece Asian Set
Don't waste your hard-earned money on cheap knives. This set includes a nice,forged, paring knife & the popular Japanese style Santoku (chefs) knife. A lovely set from Wusthof, well worth the price.