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The 1997 Joy of CookingThe 1997 Joy of Cooking by Marion Rombauer Becker
Buy new: $25.08 / Used from: $6.25
Must have cookbook for all aspiring chefs!
Cook's IllustratedCook's Illustrated
Buy new: $26.95
Filled with detailed recipes, how-to's, unbiased product recommendations. Together with their PBS show America's Test Kitchen, this magazine is the absolute best in providing kitchen insights.
I'm Just Here for the Food: Food + Heat = CookingI'm Just Here for the Food: Food + Heat = Cooking by Alton Brown
Buy new: $21.45 / Used from: $8.87
Alton Brown's Food TV show Good Eats rocks! This cookbook demystifies cooking techniques by explaining the underlying chemistry involved.
KitchenAid KSM150PSWH Artisan Series 5-Quart Mixer, WhiteKitchenAid KSM150PSWH Artisan Series 5-Quart Mixer, White
Buy new: $268.49
This mixer comes in several beautiful colors. Powerful enough for most baking and mixing needs.
Wüsthof Classic 7-Piece Knife Block SetWüsthof Classic 7-Piece Knife Block Set
Great knives make cutting easier! The Wusthof Grand Prix line is also excellent.
KitchenAid FGA Food Grinder Attachment for Stand MixersKitchenAid FGA Food Grinder Attachment for Stand Mixers
Buy new: $49.00
Grind your own meat and avoid E. Coli bacteria.
KitchenAid SSA Sausage Stuffer Kit Attachment for Food GrinderKitchenAid SSA Sausage Stuffer Kit Attachment for Food Grinder
Buy new: $9.99
I had tons of fun making my own sausages with this attachment! Best to do this with a friend.
Microplane Grater/ZesterMicroplane Grater/Zester
Buy new: $8.99
Great for making lemon zest and, in a pinch, a fine cheese shredder
Vacu Vin Concerto 3-Piece Wine Saver SetVacu Vin Concerto 3-Piece Wine Saver Set
Buy new: $18.49
Helps keep wine drinkable for several days. Must have for people who don't drink much!
Oxo Good Grips Oven ThermometerOxo Good Grips Oven Thermometer
Buy new: $11.99
Very accurate and easy to read. One of the best oven thermometers around.