When it comes to setting up your kitchen, there are the obvious essentials like ovens, fridges, and toasters. But beyond these basics, our world has built an entire list of innovative and surprisingly useful cooking appliances that can elevate your kitchen experience. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a home cook, these lesser-known gadgets are sure to make your time in the kitchen more enjoyable and efficient. As a busy bonus mom, I know we are all looking for more ways to make life easier!
1. Immersion Blender: Also known as a hand blender, this tool is a game-changer for making soups, sauces, and smoothies. It allows you to blend directly in the pot or bowl, reducing cleanup and simplifying the cooking process. We don’t always want to drag out the blender set from under the counter! This conveniently fits in a drawer and weighs nothing!
2. Digital Food Scale: For precise cooking and baking, a digital food scale is a must. It ensures accurate measurements, which is especially crucial for baking recipes where precision is key to the perfect outcome. If you are joining the sourdough era, you’ll want one of these!
3. Rice Cooker: A rice cooker might seem like a luxury, but it’s incredibly useful. It cooks rice perfectly every time and can also be used for quinoa, oatmeal, and even steaming vegetables.
4. Sous Vide Machine: This appliance is for those who love precision cooking. Sous vide machines cook food in a water bath at a consistent temperature, resulting in perfectly cooked meats and vegetables every time. One of my favorite recipes is getting my vacuum seal bags, putting pork chops, butter, spices, and raspberry vinaigrette all together, sealing it up, and letting it cook for a few hours! Absolutely delicious!
5. Pressure Cooker: A pressure cooker dramatically reduces cooking times for slow-cooked dishes like stews and braises. It’s a lifesaver for busy days when you still want a home-cooked meal. Especially this winter season when we are craving those comfort meals!
6. Food Processor: While it’s somewhat known, many don’t realize the full potential of a food processor. It can chop, shred, slice, and even knead dough, making it a versatile tool in the kitchen. I would be lost without mine!
7. Induction Cooktop: An induction cooktop is a sleek, energy-efficient alternative to traditional gas or electric stoves. It heats pots and pans directly, reducing heat loss and cooking food more efficiently.
8. Electric Kettle with Temperature Control: For tea and coffee enthusiasts, an electric kettle with adjustable temperature settings is essential. It allows you to heat water to the precise temperature needed for different types of tea and coffee.
9. Air Fryer: An air fryer is a healthy alternative to deep frying, using hot air to cook food. It’s perfect for making crispy fries, chicken wings, and other fried favorites with less oil.
10. Cast Iron Skillet: A cast iron skillet isn’t a high-tech gadget, but it’s an indispensable tool in the kitchen. It’s perfect for searing, frying, baking, and more, and it lasts a lifetime.
11. Herb Scissors: Herb scissors are a simple yet effective tool for quickly chopping fresh herbs. They have multiple blades and can cut herbs into uniform pieces, saving time and effort.
12. Vacuum Sealer: For those who like to meal prep or buy in bulk, a vacuum sealer is a great investment. It helps preserve the freshness of food, extending its shelf life significantly. I buy all my meats in bulk (it is way cheaper then small portions) so my vacuum sealer gets used all the time for all my meats, vegetables, and more!
13. Meal Planning Binder: My meal planning binder has over 500 family dinner ideas for all seven days of the week, lunch ideas fro kids, lunch ideas for your husband, quick substitute dinner ideas for when life happens and you need a quick fix, and a meal planner template! All a digital download that you can print out, laminate, and use day after day to make cooking easy! Dinner at home can be enjoyable again!
While traditional kitchen appliances are undoubtedly important, these lesser-known gadgets can significantly enhance your cooking experience. From saving time to ensuring perfection, each of these tools has a unique role to play in the modern kitchen. Whether you’re a professional chef or a busy mom who simply enjoys cooking at home but needs more time, consider adding these appliances to your kitchen arsenal.
What’s your favorite lesser-known kitchen gadget? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below! I love trying new toys!
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