If you’ve ever attempted to purchase cookware for a new kitchen or simply tried to improve the quality of tools in your current kitchen you’ve probably found that stocking up on high quality kitchen essentials is much more difficult than it should be.
And this makes sense, doesn’t it? Nowadays everywhere we look there’s someone telling us to buy their product that will supposedly make our lives easier. I’m sure all of the following sound familiar:
Cooking TV show hosts recommending their products
Branded cooking sets from your favourite celebrity chef
Kitchen stores stocking unusual, “one-trick-pony” items
Infomercials aggressively selling cheap gizmos
Kitchen websites promoting every item as a “must-have”
and so on. Instead of all this increased choice making our lives easier, it’s made it that much more difficult to separate the quality from the junk. So we decided to test all the kitchen equipment we could get our hands on to solve this problem and make stocking a minimalist, high-quality kitchen as easy as possible.
Here’s what we learned…
The Best Minimalist Kitchen Essentials: COOKWARE, UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, APPLIANCES & MORE
When we started our cooking journey, we were full of confusion and frustration as we began our search for the best cookware and essential kitchen tools for minimalist cooks. When you start with no knowledge, the learning curve is immense.
But after years of refining our cooking techniques, creating and testing simple recipes, learning how to plan our meals, and building a customizable meal planning service for busy folks like us, we learned exactly which tools one needs (and doesn’t need) to stock a fully functional and multi-purpose minimalist kitchen.
Note: We’ve tried to make it easy to navigate this kitchen essentials list and find what you need right away. For this reason, we’ve organized our recommendations in to general categories:
And each of these categories contains items that are categorized into recommended, premium, and budget picks. That is, except those rare items that combine such high-quality and great value that they stand alone as a clear winner.
Let’s dig in to the best high quality and versatile kitchen essentials that provide the most value for your money.
Preparation Tools & Essentials
Chef’s Knife
- Forged from a single piece of high-carbon 1.4116 German steel
- Tempered, taper-ground, and polished for a frightening level of sharpness
If you’ve only ever used a cheap chef’s knife for your cooking needs, switching to a high quality knife will be a night and day difference. Seriously, when we upgraded to a high quality chef’s knife we couldn’t believe how much sharper, heavier, and easier it was to cut and chop with the quality knife. And since you can use a chef’s knife for all of your cutting needs (and use it every time you cook), one high-quality purchase will serve you for years to come.
We’ve tested several different chef’s knives with different price points and designs, and though we used to recommend the German-made Wusthof chef’s knife, we now recommend the Global G2 8-Inch Chef’s Knife . It’s an absolute workhorse; it comes at a very reasonable price, is lighter and easier to handle and maintain than the Wusthof, and we’re sure it won’t disappoint you.
Chef’s Knife (Budget)
- Lightweight, precisely balanced 8-inch or 20cm chef's knife
- Blade made of high-tech molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel
Coming in much cheaper than our recommended or premium options, the Victorinox 8 Inch Fibrox Pro Chef’s Knife is a steal of a deal. With a five star Amazon rating over 4,500 reviews, it’s the only chef’s knife you should consider purchasing under $40. You simply can’t go wrong with this starter chef’s knife.
Additional Resources
Purchasing a quality chef’s knife is a great first step. But, you’ll want to learn how to use it properly and how to take care of it so it lasts you a lifetime. For general knife education, check out:
Cutting Board
- LARGER THICKER SIZE YET PROPER WEIGHT: We designed a larger and thicker cutting board size: 18”L, 12”W, 0.8”H, which is stable on the countertop when cutting heavy things, such as watermelon, or chopping meat into ground, but meanwhile it’s not be too heavy to be carried.
- NATURAL ORGANIC BAMBOO: Made from natural organic bamboo which is environmentally friendly and food safe, strong and resilient, ideal for slicing bread, fruits, vegetables, meats, steaks, cheeses, or as a serving tray. Compared to plastics’, which are brittle and unhealthy, bamboo contains no BPA, no formaldehyde and is friendly to forests and oceans.
One of the most basic tools you need in your kitchen is a good cutting board. You’ll be using it every time you cook (just like your chef’s knife) so it’s important to choose one that’s durable and well designed.
The OXO good grips cutting board is dishwasher safe and is built from odor-resistant polypropylene – meaning it will last a long time. Pick this inexpensive cutting board up and you won’t regret it.
Cutting Board (Premium)
- SUPERIOR QUALITY | We developed cutting boards inspired by a Social Kitchen concept, the place where we share food and great moments with the people we love. Made of certified FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) teak wood from well-managed forests. Teak is moisture-resistant and stain-resistant which protects the board from splitting, warping and scarring.
- THE LAST BOARD YOU WILL EVER NEED | TeakHaus boards are featured as part of the series nicknamed “The Last Cutting Board You’ll Ever Need” By Cook's Illustrated Magazine & America's Test Kitchen. Our boards are built to last a lifetime of use.
Now if you’re looking for the Ferrari of cutting boards, look no further than this Proteak edge grain cutting board. If you haven’t tried a cutting board like this before, it’ll be hard to understand just how different – and how much higher quality – it really is. But we can confirm that upgrading to a cutting board like this will bring you joy in the kitchen every time you use it.
You have to take better care of this cutting board than our plastic recommendation; by cleaning it immediately after use and avoiding the dishwasher. But this item is unique and will last you a long time, so if you’re ready for an upgrade from the usual plastic cutting boards most home cooks sport nowadays, this one gets our vote.
Can Opener
- STAINLESS STEEL BLADE: The KitchenAid can opener is made from strong 420 J2 stainless steel that is designed to easily puncture and open all types of cans and bottles
- INTEGRATED BOTTLE OPENER: An integrated bottle opener is built into the head of the can opener
It’s not often that a piece of cookware brings you joy every time you use it. But that’s exactly what this can opener from Kuhn Rikon does! This is a 5-in-1 can opener that pulls tabs, crowns caps, unscrews tops, and opens jar lids and cans safely, easily, and cleanly.
We have one of these beauties in our kitchen (Mealime green, of course) and it is an absolute pleasure to use. We actually look forward to opening cans, believe it or not. Pick up this multi tool today and you won’t regret it (just read all the great reviews!).
Measuring Cups
- 【Premium Material】The measuring cups set made of food-grade stainless steel and PP plastic, 100% rust-resistant, no BPA. which is safe to use for both dry and wet ingredients.
- 【Minimalist style and Easy to Store】Our measuring spoons and cups are attached by 2 steel rings to keep the sets together and always handy. The surface of the plastic measuring spoons is frosted. And the elegant nordic blue will bring a pop of color to your recipe prep.
Measuring cups are used for precisely measuring the volume of liquid or solid cooking ingredients. You may not think that measuring cups can be anything special. Any set will do, right? Well as it turns out, great design can extend all the way down to measuring cups. This stackable set of measuring cups from Kitchenmade has all sorts of smart features that eliminates the small frustrations that measuring cups often bring about.
With high quality one-piece stainless steel construction, a thin profile and pouring lip, nesting capabilities, and a 5 star rating over 1,000 reviews on Amazon, you can’t beat the quality of these measuring cups. Pick these up today and never replace your measuring cups again.
Measuring Spoons
- Kitchen Utensils Accurate Measuring Spoons Set-Designed seven stainless steel double-headed spoons set and a leveler,black plastic label on the magnetic measuring spoons set stainless steel with clear US standard measurement markings is usefel for you to cook pastry food or spice jars.This kitchen & dining room tables gadgets new apartment essentials spoons set is available in various sizes,which are 1/8 tsp, 1/4 tsp,1/2 tsp, 1 tsp, 1/2 Tbsp, and 1 Tbsp plus 1 leveler.
- Kitchen Gadgets Dual Sided Spoons Set-Equipped with an oval-headed side design,if you have different spices and seasonings sets or measuring cups,exactly fits in narrow jars and ideal for scooping dry ingredients;the rounded head is more convenient for measuring liquid ingredients than liquid measuring cups.It's a practical cooking gadgets for women to use as well as any other kitchen accessories salad spinner.(Each measuring spoons set has the exact same measurement of its opposite side).
Measuring spoons are used to precisely measure smaller amounts of liquid or solid cooking ingredients than measuring cups. This set of 5 stainless steel measuring spoons from Prepworks contains measurements of ¼ tsp all the way up to 1 tbsp. They’re magnetic and nested so you can put them away easily without losing any of them (which can often happen for the smaller spoons).
They’re also designed to be double sided to accommodate both liquids and solids and are dishwasher safe. After testing different measuring spoons, we settled on this set ourselves and use them in our kitchen every single day. Highly recommended!
Mixing Bowls
- 3 PIECE MIXING BOWL SET – These nesting mixing bowls include three different sizes for a variety of cooking and baking needs. Small plastic bowl holds 1.2 quarts, medium bowl holds 1.9 quarts, and large bowl holds 3.6 quarts.
- FOOD SAFE & NON-TOXIC – These 3 white plastic bowls are made of BPA-free, food-safe material. Mixing bowls are dishwasher safe for easy cleanup and safe for use in the freezer.
For mixing together salad dressings, spice rubs, marinades, sauces, and even for storing leftovers, a set of high-quality mixing bowls is a must.
This 9-piece mixing bowl set from Luminarc can be used to do pretty much anything and won’t absorb stains and odours because it’s made of glass. Plus, these bowls stack easily for simple storage.
Colander
- Best colander set for your kitchen - This round colander is used for draining most foods like spaghetti, potatoes, broccoli, green beans, carrots, spinach, and other veggies, Use these filters to easily rinse salad leaves, fruits, and fresh vegetables.
- Easy to Clean-The collapsible colander is made of eco-friendly rubber and healthy silicone plastic materials. It is resistant to beats, BPA-free, and has dishwasher security. Heat-Resistant up to 212° F/100°C.
For draining pasta or washing vegetables and salad greens, a colander is an essential piece for your minimalist kitchen. This 5-quart stainless steel colander from OXO Good Grips is well designed and has ergonomic non-slip handles and “feet” so it doesn’t slip all over the place.
This is an item you’ll use forever and couldn’t break even if you tried, so pick up this 5 star reviewed colander and forget about buying another in your lifetime.
Vegetable Peeler
- Sharp, hardened stainless steel blade easily peels cucumbers, apples and more
- Soft, comfortable, non-slip handle cushions hand during repetitive peeling motion
A vegetable peeler can really speed up your preparation time, whether you’re using it to peel potatoes, carrots, or any other vegetables.
We love this pirahna “Y-Peeler” from Kuhn Rikon because it’s so simple. No multi-tasking here, but this is a high quality peeler that will stand the test of time. It’s dishwasher safe and ergonomically designed, just like all of our other recommendations.
Potato Masher
- Easily mashes potatoes and other soft vegetables
- Safe for non-stick cookware
Although a potato masher is a great tool, it usually has a very inconvenient and bulky shape that makes closing your drawer difficult. We chose this flip potato masher from Prepara for a few important reasons.
First, it “flips”, which means that it’s not a bulky tool to store in a drawer, like most potato mashers are. Second, it’s of high quality stainless steel (with no BPA) and is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. Third, it has only 5 star reviews on Amazon and is very highly recommended. You can’t go wrong with this quality potato masher.
Whisk
- Balloon shape is perfect for whipping and aerating ingredients
- Innovative handle shape fits comfortably in the palm of your hand
A whisk is often one of the most used items in your kitchen, so it’s important to have one that’s ergonomically made. This 9-inch whisk from OXO Good Grips fits great in the hand and is perfect for whisking together salad dressings, sauces, eggs, desserts, and much more.
Plus, it’s dishwasher safe so you don’t have to worry about the handle melting or warping in the heat.
Salad Spinner
- Easy, one handed operation with patented pump mechanism and brake button
- Soft, non slip knob locks down for storage, and a non slip ring and wide base keep bowl steady on countertop
A salad spinner is your best friend when it comes to having a crisp salad. To prevent your greens from going soggy, you’ll need to dry them and “spinning” them is by far the easiest way to do it.
Made by OXO Good Grips, this salad spinner can be used by simply pressing the button on the top. It’s very easy and simple to operate, and even features a brake and locking mechanism for easy storage.
We especially love this salad spinner because the strainer basket can be used for draining pasta and the bowl for serving. It’s a great multi-purpose tool!
Grater
- Zest, Shred, Slice, Grate: say goodbye to endless kitchen tools and hello to the 4 in 1 all purpose box grater; 4 sides allow you to grate, shred, zest and slice nearly any food with ease; use on vegetables, fruits, chocolate, bread, cheeses, and just about anything else to create delightful recipes
- Oversized Ergonomic Design: comfortable and ergonomic handle of the box grater allows for a soft and slip resistant grip while you prepare meals; the extra large size makes it effortless to use; measures at 9.9 by 5.9 by 3.1 inches, making it oversized and easier than most others to use
One thing we’re against here at Mealime is inefficiency. So what does this mean, exactly? It meals choosing multi-purpose tools and avoiding single-purpose tools whenever possible. Instead of purchasing different types of graters, a zester, and a chiffonade, why not choose one tool that can do it all?
This 7-in-1 box grater from Cuisipro can grate citrus, fine, coarse, ultra-coarse, parmesan, shave, slice and even has a ginger grater. It’s made of high-quality stainless steel and will last a lifetime.
Shears
- Tailor-made professional high-end hairdressing scissors for you - Japan imported 420c top steel, 100% handmade. Pursue excellence, Focus on hairdressing scissors，focus on quality, and focus on every customer.
- Ergonomic design - comfortable curved handle: the cutting process is more labor-saving, allowing each finger to work independently, more free to play the role of the finger, long-term use is not tired.
For cutting up a whole chicken and other meats, to vegetables, to stripping herbs, to even cutting the stems off of flowers, these kitchen and herb shears from OXO Good Grips are fantastic.
They’re extremely sharp, heavy duty, and comfortable. The blades even separate for easy cleaning. With 200 reviews and a 5 star rating, these shears are a fantastic value and deserve a spot in your kitchen.
Citrus Juicer
- Get Every Last Drop Of Juice: and NO SEEDS Proven to extract more juice than dozens of other brands.
- Save Time and Effort: Easy to use and easy to store. No batteries needed. Super fast one squeeze operation.
Sometimes it’s the seemingly insignificant tasks in the kitchen that provide way more hassle than they should. Juicing a lemon or lime is one of those tasks!
It’s difficult to do, your hands get juice on them, and the seeds often fall into your food. That’s all solved with this quality citrus juicer from Prepworks. This one includes printed measurements so you know exactly how much juice you’ve squeezed. It fits lemons, limes, and oranges, and makes squeezing juice a joy. Plus, it’s dirt cheap!
Garlic Press
- GREAT RESULTS: press, crush, and mince garlic with ease
- LARGE CHAMBER: maximizes the amount of garlic pressed
We still have this garlic press from Kuhn Rikon but use it less than we used to. If you don’t like playing with garlic and want the quickest solution, pick up this highly rated garlic press and you’ll be good to go. But if you don’t mind crushing and chopping your own garlic, you may want to pass on this item.
We’ve gone back and forth with garlic presses over the years and are currently on the “non-essential” train. Basically, a garlic press is nice to have and does make crushing garlic easier. But it’s really not that difficult to cut / press your own garlic with just your chef’s knife, and it’s oddly satisfying to do so as well.
Paring Knife
- ULTRA-SHARP BLADES: Superior professional-level sharpness that ensures precision cutting.
- THE LAST KNIFE YOU’LL EVER NEED TO BUY: German Engineered Knife Informed by over 100 Years of Mastery. HENCKELS knives are built to last.
A paring knife is a kitchen knife with a short blade that can be used for a multitude of tasks. You can peel and chop with it, and the small tip is great for fine work like coring strawberries (or similar).
Our recommendation is the Global GS-38 3 1/2 inch paring knife. It’s Japanese made, of the highest quality, has a 4.5 star review on Amazon, and will last a lifetime. This workhorse of a knife deserves a spot in your kitchen.
Paring Knife (Budget)
For a much cheaper alternative, the Victorinox 4 inch paring knife is a great buy.
Coming in at less than $10 yet still full of Swiss engineered quality, it’s a wonderful purchase on a budget.
Bread Knife
- QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Knife is crafted with one-piece high-carbon Japanese steel for easy edge maintenance and long-lasting sharpness
- SUPERIOR DESIGN: Built to last ergonomic handle with textured finger points offers a non-slip grip with added comfort, durability, and safety
A bread knife is a serrated knife that is typically used for (wait for it…) slicing bread. A high quality bread knife can also be used for slicing delicate items like cakes or pastry’s.
Our recommendation is the Global G9 8 3/4 inch bread knife. Like our other recommended knife picks, it’s of high quality Japanese construction and enjoys a strong rating on Amazon.
Bread Knife (Budget)
A cheaper, yet high quality alternative (that we use most frequently in our home), is the Victorinox 10.5 inch bread knife.
At under $35, this is a wonderful purchase that you won’t regret.
Honing / Sharpening Ceramic Rod
If you’re going to purchase a quality chef’s knife (which you should) you’ll want to take care of it so it lasts a lifetime. It doesn’t take many tools or much time to maintain a quality knife, and this 12-inch ceramic honing rod from Messermeister is one of those tools.
Contrary to popular belief, most honing rods don’t actually sharpen your blade. Rather, they realign your knife’s edges quickly and efficiently. Because this honing rod is made of hard ceramic, however, it is capable of both sharpening and honing your knives. It works especially well with our recommended chef’s knife pick (the Global G2), because Global knives are made of harder steel than their German counterparts.
You can still purchase a sharpener (shown below), but this ceramic honing rod is all that we use to maintain our Global knives, and it works like a charm.
Knife Sharpener
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- 🥩Multi-function: With the 4-stage knife sharpener, you can sharpen blunt knives easily and professionally. Three step sharpening process (coarse, medium, fine). Keeps your kitchen knives brilliantly sharp. (Note: Not suitable for serrated knives)
Our recommended sharpener is a fantastically well-rated sharpener from KitchenIQ that has a near 5 star rating over 3000+ reviews.
You really can’t go wrong with this sharpener, and we recommend you purchase it even if you hadn’t planned on purchasing a sharpener. It’s cheap and effective. What more could you want?
Cookware & Bakeware
Stainless Steel Skillet
- EXCEPTIONAL DESIGN: enjoy mirror finish, classic look and professional performance. Aluminum encapsulated base heats quickly and spreads heat evenly– eliminating hot spots
- PREMIUM COOKING: stainless steel cooking surface does not discolor, react with food or alter flavors. Measurement markings for ease of use, drip free pouring, and flavor lock lid
A stainless steel skillet will likely be the workhorse of your kitchen. You will be using this cookware for frying, searing, sautéing, and browning, among other functions. For this reason, it’s important to pick a high quality stainless steel skillet that you can use for a lifetime.
We like Cuisineart’s Multiclad Pro line for all of our cookware, and their skillet is no exception. It is made of high quality stainless steel and even has a “helper” handle that makes it easier to carry heavy loads without tipping. Plus, it comes at a fantastic price for the quality. Highly recommended.
Stainless Steel Skillet (Premium)
All Clad’s take on the stainless steel skillet is, as with all of their other products, high quality and a joy to use.
We’ve used our All Clad stainless steel skillet for years now and can tell that’s it’s going to continue being used for years to come. Highly, highly recommended.
Sauté Pan
- Heat Mastery System: T fal's heat mastery system is a 3 ingredient recipe for perfectly delicious cooking results every time, Superior and longer lasting non stick coating, an anti warping, even heat base and patented thermo spot technology
- Thermo Spot Indicator: The ring around the spot turns solid red to show when pans are perfectly preheated and ready for ingredients to be added proper preheating is key to sealing in flavor and cooking food evenly
A saute pan is different from a skillet in a couple of important ways. It has a wide flat bottom and vertical sides that generally go up much higher than a skillet’s flared sides do. This makes it easier to cook sauces and sear and braise meat than a skillet.
We recommend Cuisineart’s Multiclad Pro series sauté pan because of its superior value relative to our premium alternative. It won’t let you down and will last a lifetime of cooking.
Sauté Pan (Premium)
Our premium pick is All Clad’s 4-quart tri-ply bonded sauté pan. Just like the other All Clad picks in this article, we chose this pan because of its high quality construction, fantastic reviews, and made in USA quality guarantee. You can’t go wrong with All Clad.
Small Saucepan
- EXCEPTIONAL DESIGN: enjoy mirror finish, classic look and professional performance. Aluminum encapsulated base heats quickly and spreads heat evenly– eliminating hot spots
- PREMIUM COOKING: stainless steel cooking surfaces does not discolor, react with food or alter flavors. Measurement markings for ease of use, drip free pouring, and flavor lock lid
For small portion cooking of soups, stews, pastas or sauces, a lightweight and easy to handle saucepan is necessary. Cuisineart’s Multiclad Pro 1 ½ quart saucepan is our recommended small saucepan pick for your minimalist kitchen.
There’s not much more to say about the Multiclad series after promoting them in our other recommended cookware. Suffice to say, this small saucepan is fantastic value and is a high quality item that will last you as long as your cooking career lasts (which we hope is a very long time!).
Small Saucepan (Premium)
- STAINLESS STEEL BLADE: The KitchenAid can opener is made from strong 420 J2 stainless steel that is designed to easily puncture and open all types of cans and bottles
- INTEGRATED BOTTLE OPENER: An integrated bottle opener is built into the head of the can opener
Our premium small saucepan pick is All Clad’s 1 quart tri-ply bonded sauce pan. You’ll notice by now that we recommend All Clad products for most of our premium recommended picks. Their made in USA high-quality construction and beautiful design sets them apart from their competitors, but their prices are set to match their quality. Choose this small saucepan if you want the best quality cookware that money can buy.
Medium Saucepan
- SCRATCH RESISTANT COPPER COATING – Made from thick gauge aluminum to provide even and quick heat distribution and prevents hot spots. The pan features a 2-layer non-stick coating inside and a heat-resistant paint on the outside
- STOVETOP COMPATIBLE: – Our saucepan is induction capable and suitable for all cooking surfaces including electrical and ceramic cooktops. They let you save energy and cook faster and better due to even heat distribution.
Just like most of our recommended cookware options we suggest purchasing from the same line, this 4-quart Multiclad Pro series saucepan from Cuisineart is our recommended pick for your medium saucepan needs.
It’s made of solid stainless steel and aluminum and has been designed to pour easily (a big frustration saver!). It is dishwasher and oven safe and can even be put under the oven broiler.
Medium Saucepan (Premium)
Our premium medium saucepan pick is by All Clad. It is made in the USA from stainless steel and has nothing but glowing reviews from its 5 star rating on Amazon.
Our recommended pick will likely be enough for all of your cooking needs, but if you’re interested in upgrading to the best, we highly recommend this 4-quart medium saucepan from All Clad.
Large Pot
- Made of Thick gauge aluminum that provides even heat conduction and prevents hot spots
- Nonstick coating black interior makes food release and cleaning easy
For cooking large dishes like soups, stews, pastas or sauces, you’ll need a large pot to handle the volume.
When it comes to stainless steel pots and pans in general, we’re big fans of Cuisineart’s Multiclad Pro series. They’re extremely durable and cook evenly, thanks to their solid stainless steel and aluminum construction. And because they’re made in China (rather than in the USA, like our premium brand recommendation), Cuisineart is able to keep costs down for a decidedly premium product.
This large pot is perfect for cooking pasta, large dishes, or even for making your own broth. It is dishwasher and oven safe (even on broil) and was designed with simple pouring in mind. Pick up this “steal of a deal” pot and relax knowing you purchased a high-quality item at a fantastic price.
Large Pot (Premium)
For a made in USA high-quality large pot that you simply can’t go wrong purchasing, look no further than All Clad.
This 6 quart tri-ply bonded pot will last a lifetime and you’ll never tire from using it – take it from us that all All Clad products are a joy to use in the kitchen.
Cast Iron Skillet
- One Lodge Pre-Seasoned 10.25 Inch Cast Iron Skillet
- Unparalleled heat retention and even heating
Cast iron skillets have been workhorses in kitchens all over the world for over 2,000 years. Modern cast iron skillets are made from heavy cast iron and pre-seasoned (so food doesn’t stick); with impressive heat retention abilities these skillets are favoured for use on both the stovetop and oven alike.
You’ll never need another cast iron skillet in your lifetime as these are insanely durable and can cook anything. The best part? Our recommended cast iron skillet is made of high-quality materials in the USA and is very reasonably priced! You can’t go wrong with Lodge’s 12 inch cast iron skillet.
Grill Pan
- Foundry seasoned, ready to use upon purchase
- Use on all cooking surfaces, grills and campfires
Grill pans have gained popularity in recent years. And why not? They’re great for those without a barbecue (or who don’t want to grill outside in the winter) but who still want those nice grill marks on their food.
For summer dishes like burgers, roasted salmon, meatballs, and marinated vegetables, a grill pan is a must. It creates tantalizing grill lines in your food, just like a barbecue does. But it’s much easier than barbecuing because you don’t have to leave the comfort of your kitchen and it only requires a stovetop element – no propane, gas, charcoal, or intense cleaning necessary.
We used to recommend Lodge’s cast iron grill pan, but we found ourselves not using it because of its weight and how difficult it was to clean. We now recommend this non-stick 11-inch grill pan from Calphalon and we couldn’t be happier. It’s easy to use, affordable, and a snap to clean.
Baking Sheet Pan
- Naturals commercial bakeware is made of pure aluminum which will never rust for a lifetime of durability. For sweet or savory baking; from cookies to sheet pan dinners, this is the pan you’ll reach for.
- Foods bake and brown evenly due to aluminum’s superior heat conductivity. Reinforced encapsulated steel rim prevents warping and adds strength.
A baking sheet pan (or sheet pan, baking tray, baking sheet) is a flat, rectangular metal pan that is used for roasting and baking food in the oven. From quickly roasting cauliflower, broccoli, or squash to whipping up a tasty treat if you’re inclined to bake, a high quality baking sheet pan is an essential item for a minimalist kitchen.
This 100% pure aluminum sheet pan from Nordic Ware is commercial quality and a large size – perfect for spacing out your food and getting that delicious browned effect. This sheet pan is easy to clean, lightweight, sturdy, won’t bend or buckle like cheap alternatives, and will last a lifetime.
We use two of these sheets in our kitchen while testing new recipes. After plenty of use, they still look great and perform perfectly.
Muffin Pan
- READY, SET, BAKE: Everyone loves a good, warm muffin in the morning, and it's never been easier than with this 12-cup non-stick muffin pan. This pan can also be used to make a dozen cupcakes to brighten someone's day
- BAKEWARE FOR EVERY DAY AND EVERY OCCASION: The muffin pan and cupcake pan from Wilton can bake batches of muffins or cupcakes in this 12-cup pan. Made of steel; reinforced non-stick coating for easy release and quick cleanup
A muffin pan is a baking pan with 6 or 12 built-in cups. Besides making muffins, they are great for individual quiches and on-the-go breakfast cups. We recommend the Oxo Good Grips Pro Muffin Pan because the Swiss-engineered, ceramic-reinforced, two-layer coating allows for easy food release. The heavy-gauge aluminized steel promotes even heat distribution.
Casserole Dish
- Meet Your Daily Need: 15.6"L x 9.3"W x 3.1"H( (Including handles size) , large & deep ceramic baking dish service for lasagna, chicken, roast, casseroles, bread, pasta, beef, food heating, and storage, meet your different needs.
- Easy to Hold: The rectangular baking pan is equipped with a double handle design for easy food transport from the oven to the table.
A casserole dish is a large, deep dish with high edges that is used for baking or serving. For those lazy times you want to throw a one-dish meal into the oven (like lasagna or a casserole), a quality casserole dish is a must.
This casserole dish from HIC is made of fine white porcelain and is broiler, microwave, and dishwasher safe. That means that a lazy one-dish meal also is simple to clean. What could be better?
Broiler Pan
- OUR BEST BROILER PANS FOR OVENS: Make delicious meals with the Range Kleen BP102X 2-piece heavy-duty porcelain-coated black steel broiler pan and broiler rack; hang up that old nonstick grill pan
- MADE IN THE USA: Authentic OEM Range Kleen broiler pan with rack are crafted in super-tough porcelain-coated steel, and are guaranteed to last
A broiler pan is a rectangular metal pan for use under the high-heat broiler in the oven. It is much thicker than a typical baking sheet pan so it doesn’t warp under the high heat, and contains grooves and a draining pan that sits below to catch any fat that drips through (so your oven doesn’t get stained).
Broiling is great when you want your food to get a nice brown crusty top. Our experience with this broiler pan from Range Kleen is that it is sturdy and easy to clean (you can even throw it in the dishwasher). It can handle broiler heat (500 degrees fahrenheit or more) without warping, feels very high quality, and is something you’ll never have to replace.
Plus, this pan is super inexpensive. Pick one up today and you’ll likely never use it enough that you’ll have to replace it.
Stockpot
- STAINLESS STEEL CONSTRUCTION: Manufactured in 100% stainless steel, this versatile and durable pot is excellent for large-batch cooking.
- RIVETED HANDLES: The riveted stainless-steel handles will stay cool during cooking and provide a sturdy, comfortable grip.
A stockpot is a very large pot (usually 12 quarts) that is ideal for homemade broth or large portions of soups. Anytime you want to make an extra large meal is also a great reason to use a stock pot. But because most cooks don’t tend to make their own broth (though they should, it’s easy!) this is not an essential item for a minimalist kitchen.
Our recommendation is this 12-quart stockpot from Cuisineart’s Multiclad Pro line. It’s fantastic value with very high quality construction, materials, and reasonable prices. You can’t go wrong with this stockpot.
Stockpot (Premium)
Our premium pick is this 12-quart stockpot from All Clad. It is made in the USA and comes with the high quality guarantee that covers all All Clad purchases. Once again, this is an optional option, but if you often make stock, broth, and soups, this is a great premium pick.
Cooking Tools & Kitchen Utensils
Spatula
- LARGE TURNER: The large turner surface allows for easy food preparation and serving. The turner head measures 8. 73 inches long x 3. 38 inches wide.
- HEAT RESISTANT: The nylon material is safe for all cookware, including non-stick. The turner head is heat resistant to 450°F/232°C.
A spatula is a small cooking implement with a wide, flat, flexible blade that is used for mixing, spreading, and turning.
You may not think that a spatula can be much improved upon, but you’d be wrong! Tovolo has done a wonderful job with their line of stainless steel and silicon cooking implements. This is a high quality spatula that is heat resistant up to 600 degrees fahrenheit and won’t melt if you leave it against your pot or pan (which we’ve all done!). This small kitchen item is a joy to use and is very reasonably priced for the quality.
Stirring Spoon
- Mirror polished food grade 18/8 stainless steel construction for superb durability and corrosion resistance
- Long Handle, great weight and balance for better control and grip, to meet all your bartending needs
Going back to the wonderful design of Tovolo products, their stirring spoon is just as good as their slotted spatula.
With their trademark stainless steel and silicon construction, it will last for a very long time and won’t melt in different places (like other products do). Instead of stocking up on several spoons, choose one that is durable, heat resistant, dishwasher safe, and won’t scratch cookware or pans. This stirring spoon from Tovolo one will do great!
Slotted Spoon
- Ideal for scooping food and draining liquid away
- Dish out those tasty ingredients and leave the juices in the pot.
This large spoon, featuring slots or holes for draining liquid, helps to make cooking easier and safer. It is perfect to use when removing something from a pan while leaving the yummy juices behind. We love that the Oxo Good Grips Silicone Slotted Spoon is safe to use on our non-stick cookware.
Tongs
- State-of-the-art tongs for cooking - Quality cooking tongs are beneficial kitchen tools that should not be overlooked. Whether you use them for salad tongs, grilling tongs, or need trusty metal tongs for grabbing foods from boiling water, Tribal tongs meet your need for safety and reliability.
- A second set of hands - Our kitchen tongs grip, flip, move, and jostle foods with great precision. Resistant to wear and tear, our premium steel provides rust and scratch protection. Smooth rounded handles with soft silicone for a firm, comfortable grip. Keeps hands safe and foods secure.
For easily flipping meats and vegetables, a good pair of tongs that can handle all kinds of different sized foods is a must. It’s important for them to have silicone tips to prevent scratching and a high degree of heat-resistance so they don’t melt away after frequent use.
This pair of tongs from Zyliss is beautifully designed. You can operate them with only one hand, and everything is done ergonomically and with sturdy construction. We have two of them for some reason, but one is all you need!
Ladle
- Sturdy stainless steel ladle neatly scoops soups, sauces and gravy
- Dual-sided pour spouts make serving easy for right-and left-handed users
A ladle is essentially a very large, long-handled spoon. It is used for serving liquid dishes like soups, stews, or sauces.
This ladle from Tovolo is strongly built with a unique combination stainless steel and silicone, which means that it won’t melt if you leave it in your pot or pan or place it in the dishwasher.
Oven Mitts
- Get a Better Grip: the best oven mitt pair; constructed of durable silicone, mitts are naturally slip resistant, helping you to get the best grip while you cook; unique textured honeycomb pattern helps you hold tight to pans, pots and baking sheets without hindering your natural grip
- Waterproof and Stain Resistant: no more constantly stained oven mitts; Gorilla Grip Silicone Mitts are both stain resistant and waterproof; spills can easily and instantly be rinsed away under water; hot liquids won’t soak through and scald your skin as they would with other materials
Oven mitts are used in order to protect your hands from being burned when transferring hot food to and from the oven. No longer will you have to wrap your hand in a tea towel and try not to spill your dish (or get burned) as you pull it out one handed.
Our recommended oven mitts from Kitchen Elements are made of silicone with a cotton interior and are dishwasher safe. Plus, they can be cleaned very easily and even look stylish! Whether you choose to purchase our recommended pick or another option, make sure you have quality oven mitts before beginning any high-heat oven cooking. A good pair of oven mitts is a must have for any kitchen.
Trivet
- Extra Thick Trivet: 7 1/5’’ * 1/4’’, our silicone trivet is thicker than most of the competitors. trivets for hot pots and pans can be used to protect your dining table and kitchen counter, you need just one trivets for kitchen counter instead of stacking two or more.
- 100% Food Grade Silicone Trivet: Our trivets for hot dishes are made from 100% food grade silicone, low energy consumption and environmental. Premium silicone material offers that they won't absorb odor, stain, rust, crack or chipvery absolutely safe for your health, and they are flexible and durable, can repeatedly folding.
A trivet is a heat resistant pad that you place hot dishes on, so you don’t burn your table. We love Bambri’s bamboo trivets because they’re both functional and fashionable and do what they’re supposed to do.
Instead of ugly cloth trivets that get stained easily, pick up these beautiful bamboo trivets that will last a long time and are easy to clean.
Splatter Guard
- KEEPS GREASE AND SAUCE OFF YOUR COUNTERS With the highest mesh count available, Bellemain’s splash guard keeps grease and food splatter in your skillet and away from your stove. So go ahead—fry and sauté away! Enjoy the freedom to cook without the worry of hot splatter on your skin and clothes.
- LET OUT SOME STEAM A lid just doesn’t work when you are sauteing or frying food. You need a screen to let the steam out and keep the spits and splatter in. The screen provides the perfect point-of-view to keep tabs on your bacon, eggs, and other culinary masterpieces. To protect your oven, our screen is designed to handle up to a 350 degree oven temperature. Versatile diameter sizes are available to securely fit all your favorite skillets and stockpots.
A splatter guard is a device that is placed on top of skillets or sauté pans during high heat cooking in order to stop splattering hot oil and food from coating your stovetop.
Let’s face it, cooking can get messy. How many times have you had to clean your oven top and cupboards from splattering grease and oil? With this fine mesh splatter guard from Progressive International, these clean up days are over. It will fit most pans, is simple to clean and much sturdier than other splatter guards out there, and even has feet so you can set it down after use without leaving a mess on your countertop.
Thermometer
- Non-Contact Technology For Safe & Hygienic Use: With a built-in infrared temperature sensor, the iHealth PT3 thermometer can read a person’s body temperature within 1.18 inches from the center of the forehead without physically touching the person.
- High Accuracy Via Tri-Point Sensory: An ultra-sensitive infrared sensor collects more than 100 data points per second while distance and environmental sensors work together to account for other variables, ensuring maximum accuracy every time the temperature is taken.
A quality meat thermometer is a must if you often cook meats and want to stop guessing at when they’re done.
With this ultra fast and accurate thermometer, you’ll have a very accurate temperature reading in just 4 seconds. As the #1 best seller meat thermometer on Amazon, this has scores of 5 star reviews. Great buy.
Appliances
Immersion Blender
- Best On The Market – From our Titanium steel 4 blade rotation system, to our full copper 800 watt clump destroying motor, no other stick blender matches this model's ability to crush, pulverize, and smoothly blend, so any recipe or smoothie can be made with the easiest cleanup. The sleek ergonomic handle provides comfort but with great control and stability to prevent slippage.
- Powerful And Fast - 12-speeds give you maximum choice and precision to prepare salsas, shakes, smoothies, baby food, and more! 800 Watts of power drives consistently smooth results and high performance. Use the TURBO boost for maximum speed and a more homogeneous mixture.
An immersion blender (also known as a stick blender) is used to blend or puree food in the container its is being prepared in.
We use our immersion blender all the time. From blending soups and sauces directly in the pot, to whipping up homemade whipped cream for dessert, to easily making mayonnaise for hard boiled eggs, our recommended pick is a versatile two-speed blender from Cuisinart that’s a cinch to use (and is even easier to clean). Plus, it’s very reasonably priced.
Immersion Blender (Premium)
If you’re looking to purchase a multi-speed all-in-one immersion blender with attachments, look no further than the Breville all-in-one processing station.
It comes with a variety of useful attachments that are all ergonomic, high quality, and very easy to clean. They turn your immersion blender into an extremely versatile tool. We love this package deal!
Kitchen Scale
- STAINLESS STEEL BLADE: The KitchenAid can opener is made from strong 420 J2 stainless steel that is designed to easily puncture and open all types of cans and bottles
- INTEGRATED BOTTLE OPENER: An integrated bottle opener is built into the head of the can opener
For precisely measuring raw food (and coffee beans, in my case) a small, lightweight, scale is needed. Look no further than American weigh scales digital pocket scale.
With a bright LED display, highly incremental measurements in US and metric units, and compact size, this scale is perfect for most weighing functions you’ll ever need.
Blender
- POWERFUL BLENDING PERFORMANCE: With 700 watts of peak blending power and stainless steel Ice Sabre blades, this smoothie blender gives you all the power you need to make smoothies, protein shakes, frozen drinks and more
- ULTRA-SMOOTH RESULTS WITH PATENTED WAVE ACTION SYSTEM: As you blend, ingredients are continuously forced down into the blades and circulated around the jar — thoroughly crushing the hardest foods with ease
If you’re a fan of making smoothies, sauces, dips, or soups, you’ll likely want a powerful blender instead of using a food processor every time.
Our pick is the Oster Versa blender that comes in at less than ½ the price of a Vitamix (our premium pick and the de facto standard for powerful blenders) and performs just as well.
This is a stylish blender with a 1,400 watt motor that pulverizes anything you can throw at it. This is a great purchase for the price, and we highly recommend it.
Blender (Premium)
Our premium pick is the Vitamix Professional series 750 blender. If you’re in to blenders at all, there’s not much to be said about Vitamix. They’re the best, and they command a premium price.
You have likely seen Vitamix’s in commercial restaurants because of their power and ease of use and cleaning. If you’re looking for the best of the best, the Vitamix is a fantastic pick.
Blender (Budget)
If our recommended pick is still a bit more than you’d like to spend for a blender, the Ninja Professional Blender is a great budget alternative.
Coming in at only $80, this powerful blender will do much of what its higher priced counterparts will do at a fraction of the price. It’s a great buy on a budget.
Other Kitchen Essentials
Food Storage Containers
- Various Sets - The set contains 4 practical sizes: four 2.8L containers (94.7 OZ); four 2L containers (67.6 OZ); four 1.4L containers (47.3 OZ); four 0.8L containers (27 OZ), for a total of 16 containers with a large capacity of 28L (946.9 OZ), which can meet all the food storage needs of a family.
- Reliable Quality - Practical food grade PP plastic material and silicone seal, temperature resistant -20°C~100°C, BPA Free, you can put it in the refrigerator at will to keep food cold or put it in the top of the dishwasher for cleaning. As long as it is used within the allowed temperature range, we guarantee that the containers are not easily deformed and broken.
High quality food storage containers are essential for bringing lunch to work and storing ingredients (or cooked meals) in the refrigerator so they stay fresh for several days. Our recommended glass containers from Kinetic are dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, and oven safe and are made from environmentally friendly glass (instead of plastic).
This is a set of three containers with locking lids, which is great for a single cook who plans on taking their lunch to work. If you cook for your family or significant other and need more than three containers containers, try our premium option which comes in a bigger set.
Food Storage Containers (Premium)
You can purchase these highly rated glass food storage containers from Snapware in sets of 10, 16, and 18. They’re reasonably priced, made in the USA, and are also dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, and oven safe and are made from BPA free Pyrex glass.
Plus, the reviews are amazing! Pick these up and you’ll have quality food storage containers for years to come.
Aluminum Foil
- 200 SQUARE FOOT ALUMINUM ROLL—This package contains one Reynolds Wrap aluminum foil roll measuring 200 feet long by 12 inches wide (200 square feet total)
- Join us and Feeding America in the fight against hunger. For every online purchase you make in September, one meal will be provided to neighbors in need. $1 helps provide at least 10 meals secured by Feeding America on behalf of member food banks.
Aluminum foil can be used in the kitchen for all sorts of different purposes. From cooking to cleaning, protecting, scrubbing, lifting, or steaming, this is one versatile kitchen essential. As as important as aluminum foil is, however, it’s also one of those items that you can easily forget to re-stock up on, leading to expensive impulse purchases at your local grocery store.
For this reason, we recommend stocking up on high quality foil from Reynolds. With two rolls and 500 square feet of high quality, inexpensive foil, you’ll be able to relax and get back cooking without worrying about re-purchasing for a long time.
Parchment Paper
- WIDER AND FREE LENGTH WITH ATTACHED CUTTER: The parchment is 15 in W and 200 ft L, wider than 12 in’s and longer than others, especially fit jelly roll pans. The paper can be cut into any length with a perfect straight edge by the attached metal cutter in the box to meet your different baking needs. Very easy to tear and cut, no more manual cutting or edge-trimming with scissors.
- BUDGET-FRIENDLY: The whole parchment is 15 in x 200 ft means the total area is 250 sq.ft, much larger than the 205 sq.ft of others. Our paper is made of extra thick 45gsm parchment, stronger than the commonly used 35gsm or 40gsm paper, which is really a good value for you.
Parchment paper is used in cooking as a disposable non-stick surface that greatly helps with avoiding messes in the kitchen.
Simply line your casserole dish or baking sheet pan with parchment paper and you’ll be able to clean up in a flash. Our recommended parchment paper from Kirkland is high quality, comes in high quantity packaging, and is a very reasonable price.
Towels
- SET OF 4- The set contains four 600 GSM premium bath towels measuring 27 by 54 inches each. These truly luxurious towels come in a variety of beautiful colors to complement with any home, dorm or hotel bathroom
- PREMIUM QUALITY CONSTRUCTION- Woven with 100% ring spun cotton that are supremely soft and breathable while being sturdy and durable enough to withstand every day usage
Everybody needs towels in their kitchen for drying dishes, wiping up spills, dusting, and regular cleaning. But towels aren’t something most people give much thought to when stocking their own minimalist kitchen.
After much searching and testing, we found these “flour sack” towels and haven’t looked back. They’re 100% cotton, very reasonably priced, and work exactly how kitchen towels should.
Sponges
- 3X scrubbing power* for everyday jobs
- Safe on non-stick cookware, countertops, showers, tubs, and more
Just like with kitchen towels, when it comes to sponges most people choose one type and don’t look back. But as with all of our other recommended kitchen items, some sponges are better than others.
In all of our searching and testing, Scotch-Brite’s Dobie all purpose pads are the clear winner. They have just enough scouring ability that you don’t need a dedicated scouring pad, but work just as well as a delicate sponge does. Plus, they have a 5 star rating on Amazon over several hundred reviews, so we’re not the only happy customers out there!
Heavy Sponges
- Designed for grout clean-up during floor and wall tile installation
- Professional, heavy duty sponge with premium density for removing excess grout
If our all-purpose sponges aren’t enough for a heavy job, Scotch-Brite’s heavy duty scrub sponges will be able to scour any tough job you have to do. These sponges are tough and will last a many tough jobs in the kitchen.
If they get smelly all you have to do is put them in the dishwasher, run a cycle, and they’ll come out as good as new. For lasting quality that doesn’t break apart on the tough jobs, these sponges are our winners.
Dish Rack
- [Automatic drainage diversion pipe] 2023 upgraded model design over the sink dish drying rack, the drainage conduit can be rotated at an angle, you can adjust the length, so that the kitchen countertop at all times to keep dry. Avoid water on the counter, more clean and hygienic.
- [Easy and quick installation] The package comes with installation accessories and instructions, easy and convenient installation, just a few simple steps to easily build a complete and stable L-shaped structure of dish drying rack.
Even if you have a dishwasher you’ll still need to hand wash some items or to give cookware a quick rinse. A quality dish rack is needed because you can place your dishes on the rack and have it drain the water back into the sink.
Our recommended dish rack is Polder’s advantage dish rack. It comes with a typical dish rack design that we’re all familiar with, and it looks stylish and works as it should.
Dish Rack (Premium)
If you want to fancy your dish rack up, the Zojila Rohan dish rack is the ferrari of dish racks. It’s made of brushed stainless steel and features an innovative drain system that differs from the typical design you see in most dish racks today. This is a pricey purchase, but the positive reviews back it up.
Ice Cube Tray
- [EASY RELEASE]: Ice cube makers are made of soft silicone material, it makes release effortlessly. You can get 74 ice cubes easily. For the ice cube, simply push up the bottom of it for easy to release the ice cubes.
- [HIGH-QUALITY MATERIAL]: Silicone ice trays made of high quality material. You can rest assured to use the ice cube tray without any worries. It can be used in the freezer, microwave and dishwasher.
You probably haven’t given much thought to ice cube trays. They’re all the same, right? Well, if you’ve ever tried Rubbermaid’s ice cube trays, you’ll know that there are better options out there!
These trays allow you to release the cubes with a single, simple twist that will get the entire cube out. Never again do you have twist and hit your trays to get broken ice cubes out.
You may think that ice cube trays won’t make much of a difference to your life, but if you often use ice cubes these trays will make the process a whole lot easier.
Small Trash Bags
- 4 gallon Blue plastic trash bags: Handle daily household and everyday demands with Glad small sized 4 gallon blue garbage bag
- Cleaning made easy: Fits small trash cans while ensuring leak protection with thicker plastic at the bottom
Because everyone needs trash bags, you may as well choose the best designed ones you can find. These small trash bags from Glad are perfect for apartment dwellers who only have room for a small trash bin.
These bags come in a 4-gallon size, which is perfect for under-the-sink trash bins that need to be tucked away. They’re also extremely sturdy and can handle being carried when full without you having to worry that they’ll tear and spill garbage everywhere. For a small bag that does a tough job, these trash bags are a great quality buy.
Large Trash Bags
- LARGE GARBAGE BAGS—This package contains 56 Hefty Strong large, black, unscented, 30 gallon multipurpose bags
- SUPERIOR PUNCTURE RESISTANCE—Composed of signature Hefty quality and thick 1.05 millimeter plastic, these large trash bags help contain sharp indoor and outdoor debris
With fantastic reviews on Amazon, these large trash bags from Glad will fit your large trash bin perfectly.
These bags come in a 13-gallon size, which works well for taller trash bins that aren’t stored under the sink. They also have reinforcing bands woven throughout the bag which makes them extremely tough and sturdy – a nice feature that gives peace of mind when carrying a full bag. Whether you use these bags in your busy kitchen or even in the office, you won’t be disappointed.
Small Trash Bin
- 【Premium Material】UUJOLY trash can made from durable plastic that won't chip, rust, or dent. Easy to clean just need wipe clean with a damp cloth.
- 【Specification】 Dimensions Measure: 10.5-Inches x 7.8-Inches x 11.1-Inches Tall and with a capacity of 3.5-Gallon, our wastebasket is suitable for your needs. Use it for small trash, recycling cans, paper waste and junk mail for the office, or cotton, cleansing pads, cotton swabs and more in the bathroom.
Designed for apartment dwellers using small trash bags, this stainless steel small trash bin from Simplehuman is elegantly designed, highly rated, and comes with a 5-year warranty.
It has custom handles on the inside of the bin that holds grocery bags in place so they never sag when filled with trash. Even the step that opens the can is designed well – it works with a small amount of pressure and has a soft-close feature that won’t make a racket when you close the lid. Overall, this is a fantastic bin for use under the sink in your kitchen or bathrooms.
Large Trash Bin
- Innovative venting channels make lifting out liners up to 50% easier, improving productivity and reducing the risk of injury.
- Integrated cinches secure the liner, allowing for efficient knot free liner changes. Tested to 20,000 cycles.
This large trash bin from Simplehuman is perfect for people who have the space for a full-sized, high-quality trash bin. This bin also comes with a 5 year warrantly and will fit your large trash bags perfectly.
It comes with a steel foot pedal with a soft-close feature that makes closing the bin after use quiet and smooth (which is a nice change from those bins that close with a crash). Innovative design allows you to place the bin right up against the wall and still allow the lid to be opened. For use as a standalone bin that isn’t tucked away anywhere, this large bin is a clear winner.
Summary
Fully stocking a minimalist and efficient kitchen with cookware doesn’t have to be frustrating or cost a lot of money. By purchasing only high-quality multi-purpose items that have a strong value proposition, you can end up with a fully stocked kitchen that will last a lifetime (without costing you an arm and a leg!).
To review, feel free to jump to each main cookware category in this article:
And don’t forget that there’s no point in purchasing cookware if you have no intention to cook! Check out our free simple recipes, or join our free personalized meal planning service here.
Last update on 2023-03-31 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
