Kitchen Cookware & Tools: How to Properly Prep a New Kitchen

Kitchen Cookware & Tools: How to Properly Prep a New Kitchen

Are you a newlywed who is just settling into shared kitchen space? Or maybe you moved into a new house? If you've recently found yourself starting from zero when it comes to kitchen cookware, we're here to help! We understand that moving somewhere new can be overwhelming, so we've put together this complete kitchen checklist for you and your new home. In this article, we've listed all of the kitchen essentials that you will need for the ideal culinary experience. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, we hope that this checklist provides you with the necessary motivation to create the kitchen of your dreams.

Plastic or Glass Containers

Kitchen Cookware & Tools: How to Properly Prep a New Kitchen | Bob's Red Mill Blog An oft-forgotten kitchen essential, plastic or glass containers are one of the first things you'll need in your new kitchen, especially if you're on a budget. Air-tight containers make it easy to store leftovers, fresh fruit and veggies so that they don't go bad. They can also be used for meal prep! Simply decide on your week's menu, make a large batch of meals and put them in the freezer to enjoy throughout the week. When shopping for containers, we recommend choosing a pack that includes a variety of sizes. This will ensure that your food remains fresh and prevent the other foods in the fridge from leaving an unwanted taste and smell in your food.

Cooking Pots

A good set of cooking pots is a must for any kitchen. By purchasing a quality set, that's also non-stick you can make cooking and clean up a breeze. When purchasing your collection of cooking pots, look for a set that comes with a variety of different sizes. This way you'll be able to cook a variety of meals with ease!

Pans

Besides cooking pots, you'll also want to invest in a set of pans in a few different sizes. While professional chefs may need several different sized pans, if you're a new cook, we recommend starting with a medium and large pan. Having these sizes on hand will ensure that you have enough space to cook all of your favorite foods.

A Quality Set of Knives

Kitchen Cookware & Tools: How to Properly Prep a New Kitchen | Bob's Red Mill Blog There's not much you can do in a kitchen without knives. Knives are a must in nearly every meal prep. From chopping veggies to slicing meat, having a dull knife can be quite frustrating. To start your kitchen off right, invest in a reliable knife set. To ensure that your blades remain "like new," we also recommend purchasing a knife sharpener.

Heat Resistant Cooking Gloves (Silicone)

It's time to ditch your old cloth oven mitts and purchase silicone heat resistant gloves. Not only are they much more durable than fabric gloves, but they're also more effective!

A Good Set of Mixing Bowls

Whether you're making a cake, baking cookies or whipping up a homemade sauce like this delicious Chia Cranberry Sauce, you'll likely need a set of mixing bowls. From mixing ingredients to serving a meal, there are various ways bowls can be used through the kitchen.

Cutting Board

Kitchen Cookware & Tools: How to Properly Prep a New Kitchen | Bob's Red Mill Blog Now that you have a quality set of knives, you'll need to buy a cutting board. With proper cleaning practices, You can purchase just one cutting board for all of your needs, or you can buy multipleone for vegetables, one for meat and so on. When choosing your cutting board, those with soft plastic surfaces are often the best quality. Hard cutting boards made of glass or stone can damage your knives and make them dull more quickly.

Dishwashing Supplies

If you plan on making meals in your kitchen, then there's bound to be dishes. For a fully equipped kitchen, you'll want to stock up on dishwashing supplies. Soap, sponges and even a long washing brush are items to add to your grocery list.

Mixing Spoons

A set of mixing spoons is the perfect kitchen utensil to welcome a new kitchen with. Purchasing soft plastic or wooden spoons are recommended as they will help protect your pots and pans from scratching.

Appliances

Kitchen Cookware & Tools: How to Properly Prep a New Kitchen | Bob's Red Mill Blog For a well-equipped kitchen, lets not forget about appliances! Blenders, microwave ovens, refrigerators and toasters are all appliances that a well-stocked kitchen should possess. And there you have it, a complete list of our favorite kitchen supplies to stock your new kitchen with. From wooden spoons to knives, there are so many different tools that you can use to customize and create the kitchen of your dreams. While you may not need everything on this list, it will surely give you an idea of where to start. From everyone at Bob's Red Mill, happy cooking. Have a favorite kitchen item that we didn't list? We'd love to hear what you've stocked your new kitchen with, in the comments below!  
Bob's Red Mill
September 11 2020

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