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my first real kitchen: essentials & favorites
By an Amazon.com customer
Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 3-1/2-Quart Buffet Casserole, RedLe Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 3-1/2-Quart Buffet Casserole, Red
Buy new: $199.99 / Used from: $182.99
my favorite pan! it's great for any recipe requiring a nice big skillet, and then you have a lid to keep it hot. it's a good 12" diameter, and deep enough to stir well.
Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 10-1/4-Inch Skillet with Iron Handle, Cobalt BlueLe Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 10-1/4-Inch Skillet with Iron Handle, Cobalt Blue
Buy new: $119.95 / Used from: $108.99
mine is vintage and has the gray enamel interior. i've heard the new black enamel is harder to deal with until it builds a patina.
Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 5-1/2-Quart Round French Oven, CobaltLe Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 5-1/2-Quart Round French Oven, Cobalt
Buy new: $229.90
if you can only have one oven, this should be it. my preferred pasta pot.
Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 3-1/2-Quart Round French Oven, Cobalt BlueLe Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 3-1/2-Quart Round French Oven, Cobalt Blue
Buy new: $165.00
good for soups and pasta for just 2.
Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 1-1/4-Quart Precision Pour Saucepan with Cover, RedLe Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 1-1/4-Quart Precision Pour Saucepan with Cover, Red
Buy new: $109.95 / Used from: $90.00
my most used saucepan.
Le Creuset 12-Inch Oblong Skillet Grill, FlameLe Creuset 12-Inch Oblong Skillet Grill, Flame
mine is cherry red. great once you get a handle on care. don't go over medium on this, and you'll be fine. also, WAY cheaper than the square one. this is a very nice shape, and the bottom works with a ~10" burner.
Factory-Reconditioned KitchenAid RRK150ER Artisan Series 5-Quart Mixer, Empire RedFactory-Reconditioned KitchenAid RRK150ER Artisan Series 5-Quart Mixer, Empire Red
mine is GRAPE/purple. i'm so glad i got the refurbished; mine arrived in perfect condition and i use it all the time with the ice cream attachment!
KitchenAid KICA0WH Ice Cream Maker AttachmentKitchenAid KICA0WH Ice Cream Maker Attachment
Buy new: $64.79 / Used from: $60.99
LOVE this. i have yet to buy ice cream from the store since purchasing this last year.
Cuisinart DLC-10S Pro Classic 7-Cup Food ProcessorCuisinart DLC-10S Pro Classic 7-Cup Food Processor
Buy new: $164.99
i have my mom's 20 yr old model... still going!
MIU Silicone Potholders, Black (Set of 2)MIU Silicone Potholders, Black (Set of 2)
i really like these. they wrap around le creuset handles and give you a good grip. i use them as trivets too.
Le Creuset 9-Inch Deluxe Round Trivet, Cherry RedLe Creuset 9-Inch Deluxe Round Trivet, Cherry Red
Buy new: $54.99
very pretty and functional.
Wusthof Classic 7-Inch Santoku Knife, Hollow EdgeWusthof Classic 7-Inch Santoku Knife, Hollow Edge
Buy new: $92.95 / Used from: $69.99
Wüsthof 2-Stage Knife SharpenerWüsthof 2-Stage Knife Sharpener
Buy new: $19.95
Colour Grip 16-inch Cutting Board, PurpleColour Grip 16-inch Cutting Board, Purple
matches my grape kitchenaid mixer & rubber grips on either end means it stays put.
RSVP Precision Pierced Stainless-Steel 5-Quart ColanderRSVP Precision Pierced Stainless-Steel 5-Quart Colander
Buy new: $31.50
great size, and clean up is a snap. no worries about chipping or rusting like the enameled ones.
Pyrex Prepware 1-Cup Measuring Cup, Clear with Blue MeasurementsPyrex Prepware 1-Cup Measuring Cup, Clear with Blue Measurements
i have the 3-piece set with 1, 2 & 4 cup sizes.
Pyrex Bakeware 6-Ounce Clear Custard Cups, Set of 4Pyrex Bakeware 6-Ounce Clear Custard Cups, Set of 4
Buy new: $6.30 / Used from: $5.00
i bought these in cobalt. great to prep ingredients, and nice, easy cleanup like all pyrex.
Le Creuset Stoneware 7-3/4-Ounce 2-Piece Ramekin Set, RedLe Creuset Stoneware 7-3/4-Ounce 2-Piece Ramekin Set, Red
Buy new: $24.99
i now have 6 of these. wonderful for side dishes like baked beans, salsa, ice cream, creme brulee, etc. nice and sturdy. a perfect match to the cast iron items.
Pyrex Prepware 3-Piece Mixing Bowl Set, CobaltPyrex Prepware 3-Piece Mixing Bowl Set, Cobalt
i have these in amethyst/purple. these 3 sizes are totally essential.
Pyrex Bakeware Square Dish, AmethystPyrex Bakeware Square Dish, Amethyst
perfect for baking chicken in the toaster oven.
Pyrex Bakeware Rectangular Baking Dish, AmethystPyrex Bakeware Rectangular Baking Dish, Amethyst
Le Creuset Stoneware Petite Pumpkin Casserole, FlameLe Creuset Stoneware Petite Pumpkin Casserole, Flame
Buy new: $29.99
very sturdy and very cute. i couldn't resist, i use it as my sugar bowl.
EatingWell Serves Two: 150 Healthy in a Hurry SuppersEatingWell Serves Two: 150 Healthy in a Hurry Suppers by Jim Romanoff
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $11.93
still my favorite go to book. i've even doubled or tripled recipes for guests.
Food Made Fast: Weeknight (Williams-Sonoma)Food Made Fast: Weeknight (Williams-Sonoma) by Melanie Barnard
Buy new: $12.21 / Used from: $5.48
another good one! the whole series is great.
The Williams-Sonoma Collection: PastaThe Williams-Sonoma Collection: Pasta by Erica De Mane
Buy new: $13.22 / Used from: $3.00
yummy!
Ben & Jerry's Homemade Ice Cream & Dessert BookBen & Jerry's Homemade Ice Cream & Dessert Book by Ben Cohen
Buy new: $9.95 / Used from: $2.92
a MUST if you get an ice cream maker!