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Once it was ready to go, it honestly looked like the prettiest thing I ever cooked while sitting inside the Dutchess. It was easy to lift, even with my hands in oven mitts. If your traditional oven just isn't doing it for you anymore, it might be time to look into a cooking alternative like this countertop oven set.

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It has a single basket, which is perfect for individual dinners or late-night study snacks. This popular appliance comes in three different colors to match the kitchen aesthetic you're trying to achieve. With nine different cooking functions, including options to cook frozen foods, seafood , various meats, veggies and more, this air fryer is one of the most versatile, yet compact cooking machinery you could own.

It's the No. They report that it's "very user-friendly, easy to maintain and clean. Worried about the 5-quart capacity? Reviewers also say that the basket is the perfect size to make meals for two people, or make snacks for a slightly larger group. EDITOR'S NOTE: Several models of Cosori air fryers were recalled in Feb.

This model, the CAF-LKUS, is not one of the recalled models. Low believes in the longevity of cast iron skillets, noting that they're one of those products that "gets better when seasoned overtime.

Lodge's Classic line of cast iron skillets are an inexpensive example with the sizable Plus, depending on the circumference you choose there are nine available , these can easily fit in any cabinet or can hang from any rack without taking up lots of room.

STAFF REVIEW: " This is another affordable and oft-used kitchen workhorse that has served me and my roommates well for years. Nothing can beat how well you can make a fried egg on it, and the vegan and gluten-free cornbread I made last Thanksgiving was a hit among the unwitting omnivores.

We also got our inch one on sale it often is — and for the performance it stands toe to toe with some of the other big cast iron names out there , this one's a steal. Cast iron skillets are known for their versatility, as they're able to be used on the oven, in the stove, over campfires and even on the grill.

Outfitted with a silicone handle meant to prevent burns especially helpful for oven or grill recipes , this version of Lodge's crowd-favorite skillet is loved by reviewers because it "does the trick" and it also "dissipates the heat nicely — meaning you won't be the cause of an apartment-wide evacuation.

Packing a lunch is one of the easiest ways to save money on weekdays. Low prefers glass over any other material for food storage: "It's easy to clean and doesn't hold onto odors like other materials.

This set includes three round containers and two square ones, perfect for leftover soup , pasta, sandwiches or salads. This is a seemingly obvious choice; however, getting the absolute basics right off the bat will help set you up for success.

This piece silverware set from Target's Room Essentials line comes with four dinner spoons, four dinner forks, four salad forks, four dinner knives and four teaspoons — more than enough for a small dinner party. A viral TikTok find , this serveware often dubbed a "plate bowl" looks sophisticated — and indeed acts as both a plate and a bowl.

Cereal bowls too small to hold your plate of pasta or hefty salad? These will do the job. Available from Target in four different colors, these neutral and minimally chic dishes will match any and every kitchen aesthetic.

Reviewers love them because they're "beautiful," "sturdy" and "high-quality. Adding items that reflect your personal style and aesthetic is one of the easiest ways to turn a first apartment or house into a home, emphasizes Low.

While Low recommends thrifting a mug as an affordable option to add sentimental value to your first kitchen, these monogrammed mugs are an alternative option to add a personal touch.

With every letter in the alphabet available, grab an initial for you and each of your roommates, and voilà! These tile mugs offer a distinct and timeless design that can be moved from kitchen to kitchen. Whether you're showing love for your new city or one that you've visited before, these mugs boast a non-cheesy design that you'll be proud to display.

They're both dishwasher- and microwave-safe, meaning you can use and reuse them without any hassle. Plus, they help add that personal, sentimental touch to your space that Low refers to above.

Whether you're drinking smoothies, shakes, your morning coffee or your favorite soda, these fun and functional straws will add a touch of whimsy to your beverages. Available in nine different colors, including yellow, pink and clear, these straws have been described by reviewers as "the cutest," "nice-quality" and "well-made.

Deabler has moved every year since — making her our unofficial expert on what kitchen items are really worth it. You can use them in soups, casseroles, breakfast dishes or side dishes. A few of our favorite potato recipes are Creamy Sausage and Potatoes , Cream Cheese Potato Soup with Ham , and Country Potato Soup.

BUTTER This is probably the one thing that might seem iffy to put on a frugal pantry list. Plus, I love using it to make these easy Garlic Butter Swim Biscuits!

SOUR CREAM I like to keep this on hand to use in soups, to make homemade dips and to use in several casserole recipes as well. But , since I cook almost entirely from scratch, I do end up using it quite a bit even so. Just a little bit can make a lettuce salad, tuna salad sandwiches or refried bean quesadillas so much yummier!

And we love these White Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches! FROZEN VEGGIES Often much cheaper than fresh veggies, the other handy thing about frozen ones is that they last much longer! I use them a lot as a side dish and also in recipes like my Easy Chicken Pot Pie , Cheesy Ham, Potato and Green Bean Bake and Easy Vegetable Beef Soup.

CHICKEN Probably the cheapest kind of meat there is and super versatile too! A few chicken recipes that we enjoy: Herb Roasted Chicken and Potatoes , One Pan Chicken and Rice , Creamy Crockpot Mexican Chicken and Homemade Shake and Bake Chicken. In casseroles or soups, I often can get by with using less than the amount called for.

A few ground beef recipes that we really like: Crockpot Tamale Pie and Super Easy Sloppy Joes. It helps me be frugal because I can buy in bulk when food is on sale becoming less and less, it seems, these days , portion it and freeze for later. Yes, I love stocking up and freezing items that are on sale too!

Such a great way to save. I so agree with you. We have worn out many vacuum food sealers over the years. Our son upgraded so he can vacuum seal whole chickens raised on his property.

We opted for a slightly smaller model and use it daily. when canning diced tomatoes can I pressure can them in stead of water bath? If so how long to pressure can? Yes, you can definitely pressure can them! As for how long, it will depend on your pressure canner and altitude.

I would look in the instruction manual that came with the pressure canner and go by what it says there. I would follow that. Tomatoes also freeze well!

Either whole or diced or roasted. Consider that especially when your garden is at its peak. I would add celery to that list as I use it in making stews.

Onions, carrots and celery is your mirre poir for all basic stews. Yes, celery is a great pantry staple, for sure! Never heard of strained tomatoes but canned tomato products of any kind are handy to have, I think. This is one of my favorite ways to save on cheese too.

Great list! A tip on keeping garlic longer — I buy the 3 packs of bulbs from Aldi and immediately put them in a small ziplock kept in the freezer. It keeps a long time that way!!! Ready to mince, etc. I also keep Panko bread crumbs in the freezer as I use them in a variety of recipes.

Lime juice gets used in marinades, etc. and lemon juice is frequently used as well, not only desserts, but certain salad dressings too.

These are surefire stocking stuffers for the home cooks in your life. · Serrated paring knife · Glass prep bowls · Y peeler · Spoon rest · Funnel We've gathered a list of essential gear to get cooking in a new kitchen, all for around $ total This kitchen essentials list has everything you need. Check out 71 of the best quality cookware, utensils and equipment in this kitchen essentials list

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This flexible egg turner from OXO has a silicone blade with an extra-thin, slightly flexible edge that lets you slide right underneath your omelet without compromising its surface. It allowed us to achieve a perfect fold when we tested the best spatulas for eggs , so we dubbed it the Best for Omelets.

With a high heat resistance up to °F , it can withstand the dishwasher and more. Even though the handle is made of wood, the spatula is dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup. A wooden spoon comes in handy for sautéing, stirring sauces, scraping up fond while deglazing a pan, and more. During testing , we were easily able to break up ground sausage and stir oatmeal, and the deeper bowl of this spoon allowed us to use it as a serving spoon too.

It was easy to clean by hand, followed by air drying. The manufacturer recommends oiling it occasionally to prevent cracking. Since , Lodge has built its reputation on top-performing, heritage-quality cast iron cookware. This pre-seasoned It gave excellent browning when searing meats and easily released baked cornbread without sticking.

We also found it very easy to clean with warm water and a wipe down. While cast iron skillets require regular maintenance to keep up their seasoning, this pan can last for a lifetime with proper care, making it a steal at the price.

A meat tenderizer comes in handy for making veal scaloppini or schnitzel , and this one from OXO topped our tests as our Best Overall. It has a smooth surface on one side for flattening meat and a toothed surface on the other for tenderizing, with a slight angle to the head.

We were also able to turn graham crackers into crumbs in a matter of a few swings. The single-piece construction and flexibility of this OXO Good Grips steamer make it a versatile choice for steaming veggies, dumplings, and more. In our tests , it stood out as the most adaptable steamer basket for pots of all sizes, and its silicone material stayed cooler than its metal counterparts, making it easier to handle.

Due to the flexible nature of the silicone, however, food tended to slide around in the basket, which we found a bit annoying, though not a deal breaker. Without the overlapping flaps or hard-to-reach crevices of some steamer baskets, it was easy to clean by hand or by dishwasher. A sturdy scoop is a must-have for households that love ice cream and sorbet, especially when warm weather hits and you dig into frozen desserts more often.

We ranked this ice cream scoop above others for its durable stainless steel construction and a pointed tip that allows you to get every last bit out of the tub. The only downside we found during our tests : super-cold ice cream tended to stick to the metal, which means you might have to nudge it off the scooper.

If you regularly roast whole chickens or grill steaks, this rubber carving board is the ideal surface for carving and slicing thanks to a cluster of spikes in the center that hold meat in place. Testing it alongside wooden and plastic carving boards, we loved how easily it let us steady a chicken while breaking it down, while the angled surface gently nudged any runaway juices into one end, ready to be poured off.

In our tests , it produced a thick foam with whole milk and a silky foam with oat milk. It also excelled at mixing matcha and hot chocolate. Cleaning it only requires a spin in soapy water, a quick rinse, and another spin to dry.

It comes with an additional whisk attachment for eggs and a stainless steel stand for storage. Bernadette Machard de Gramont is an LA-based freelance writer specializing in food, wine, and kitchen products.

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Nordic Ware Big Baking Sheet. Zyliss Comfort 2-Piece Paring Knife Set. PEANUT BUTTER From peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to energy bites to baked goods to Healthy Peanut Butter Fruit Dip , this is one of those inexpensive versatile ingredients that is just smart to keep on hand!

Plus, if you need a quick pick-me-up, a spoonful of peanut butter with a few chocolate chips does the trick perfectly. OIL Besides the traditional uses in baking and frying, I also use oil for making my own salad dressings and vinaigrettes.

One of our favorite homemade dressings is my easy Mexican Dressing. RICE This is probably one of the most frugal pantry items and very versatile too, plus a little bit of uncooked rice ends up being quite a lot once cooked! Rice can stand alone by itself as a side dish and of course, is delicious in main dishes as well.

I love using beans to make Creamy White Chicken Chili , 5 Minute Bean Dip and these Easy Mexican Rice Bowls. Making your own Homemade Refried Beans is so easy and cheap too! Super Easy Beef and Macaroni Skillet is one of my go-to recipes for busy days. We also love this No Boil Lasagna recipe too!

DRIED HERBS SPICES Dried herbs and spices are a great way to add flavor to your recipes. And while I occasionally buy fresh herbs, using dried is much more economical and they last much longer too! A few of the ones that I use regularly: basil, oregano, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, red pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg.

CHICKEN STOCK BOUILLON Chicken stock is a common ingredient in soups and casseroles and is super easy to make yourself! I also like to keep bouillon on hand since some recipes call for that instead.

Also, if I happen to be out of liquid chicken stock, I can always use the bouillon to make some- although the stock made using bouillon is not nearly as tasty or as good for you as the real thing!

VINEGAR This is another ingredient that I use to make homemade salad dressings. I also use it for various other recipes and it works great as a natural cleaner too!

SALSA I have quite a few Mexican-inspired dishes that call for salsa, so I like to always keep this on hand. chips and salsa! DICED TOMATOES These are super inexpensive and way cheaper than buying fresh tomatoes.

I love using them in recipes to give a bit of added flavor and color. And I even show you how to can diced tomatoes yourself if you want to try that. PASTA SAUCE I know making your own pasta sauce is pretty easy, but since I can buy it so inexpensively, I prefer to just do that. Pasta sauce is great for a quick meal of meatball subs, pizza, spaghetti or, lasagna to mention just a few.

KETCHUP, MUSTARD, MAYO Okay, so maybe I should have listed these 3 things separately. I use many more condiments than these, but these are the three that I think every kitchen should for sure stock.

BREAD I typically make my own bread , but it is something that I always keep on hand. We often use it to make sandwiches for lunch, toast it to eat with eggs and occasionally use it in recipes like my Cheeseburger Casserole too!

TORTILLAS I use these all the time to make enchiladas, tacos, quesadillas and wraps. In fact, these Salsa Ranch Chicken Wraps are one of my favorite quick meals! And these easy recipes with tortillas are also great as well. ONIONS GARLIC I use both of these items regularly to inexpensively add extra flavor to lots of different recipes.

Of course, you can always freeze them too , if you prefer. CARROTS These are not only a great addition to many soups, but they also make a healthy snack or side dish. POTATOES Super versatile! You can use them in soups, casseroles, breakfast dishes or side dishes. A few of our favorite potato recipes are Creamy Sausage and Potatoes , Cream Cheese Potato Soup with Ham , and Country Potato Soup.

BUTTER This is probably the one thing that might seem iffy to put on a frugal pantry list. Plus, I love using it to make these easy Garlic Butter Swim Biscuits! SOUR CREAM I like to keep this on hand to use in soups, to make homemade dips and to use in several casserole recipes as well. But , since I cook almost entirely from scratch, I do end up using it quite a bit even so.

Just a little bit can make a lettuce salad, tuna salad sandwiches or refried bean quesadillas so much yummier! And we love these White Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches!

FROZEN VEGGIES Often much cheaper than fresh veggies, the other handy thing about frozen ones is that they last much longer! I use them a lot as a side dish and also in recipes like my Easy Chicken Pot Pie , Cheesy Ham, Potato and Green Bean Bake and Easy Vegetable Beef Soup.

CHICKEN Probably the cheapest kind of meat there is and super versatile too! A few chicken recipes that we enjoy: Herb Roasted Chicken and Potatoes , One Pan Chicken and Rice , Creamy Crockpot Mexican Chicken and Homemade Shake and Bake Chicken.

In casseroles or soups, I often can get by with using less than the amount called for. A few ground beef recipes that we really like: Crockpot Tamale Pie and Super Easy Sloppy Joes. It helps me be frugal because I can buy in bulk when food is on sale becoming less and less, it seems, these days , portion it and freeze for later.

Yes, I love stocking up and freezing items that are on sale too! Such a great way to save. I so agree with you.

We have worn out many vacuum food sealers over the years. Our son upgraded so he can vacuum seal whole chickens raised on his property. We opted for a slightly smaller model and use it daily. when canning diced tomatoes can I pressure can them in stead of water bath?

If so how long to pressure can? Yes, you can definitely pressure can them! As for how long, it will depend on your pressure canner and altitude. I would look in the instruction manual that came with the pressure canner and go by what it says there.

I would follow that.

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