These are the variety of kitchen equipment I use, which is always changing when new stuff comes out. I’ve been very happy using Cuisinart equipment mostly, but there are a number of things I have strong feelings about. If I have done videl introductions of a product the link to that video is included when you look at that wonderful thing that help me create what I’m trying to.
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APPLIANCES
This amazing stovetop is great for cooking on the kitchen island. Having the two elements makes it easy to cook two items at once.
I really like the features of this induction cook top, plus it looks very nice on my island for entertaining. I like cooking with my guest... making a party of it!
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Cuisinart Double Induction Rangetop
Two countertop appliances in one! A seven speed, 500 watt motor topped with a 40 oz glass blender and a 3 cup food processor. The food processor has a feed tube with pusher and a slicing/shredding disc. This is the newest addition to my kitchen arsenal. I really needed a new blender as the old "1960s green" Oster Pulsematic was getting a bit long in the tooth.
This guy will do it all including crushing ice for that evening libation! The food processer is handy (although I'll still use my Cuisinart mini often) and close at hand in the pantry.
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Cuisinart Duet Blender and Food Processor
This is my old standby. The food processor I use for larger recipes and bigger jobs. It is a workhorse and does an incredible job. Be careful, those plates and cutters are SHARP! I also have the Cuisinart mini-food processor and the Cuisinart Duet (Blender and food processor in one kit) and they both are amazing!
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Cuisnart Pro Custom 11 Cup Food Processor
Sometime I have a recipe working that needs a food processor, but I'm not make enough to drag the big food processor out. Enter the Mini-Prep. This little food processor is often just the perfect size and capacity for what I'm cooking up. It's great to have somethis this useful around the kitchen.
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Cuisinart Mini Prep Food Processor
I reach for my hand blender whenever I make soups, which I do alot! I love my hand blender. It stays in the kitchen, not in the pantry with other appliances. The one shown below is an update to my old faithful.
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Cuisnart Hand Blender
COOKWARE
Here's a link to my De Buyer omelet pan, which I love. It becomes non-stick after tempering and can be used on an induction eye. It has some heft, and heats very fast!
I love this pan... period.
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De Buyer - Omelette Pan - Mineral B Element
This pan has been my go-to for many years. It's stainless steel with an aluminum core. The handle is riveted on so it doesn't get so hot it cannot be handled. Please note this pan is NOT induction capable, so I have to use it on my more traditional cooktop. This is a great all round skillet.
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Cuisinart Classic 10in Open Skillet
Wonderful saucepan! I love the clear lid to see the progress of what I'm cooking. It's induction safe so works on "Creation Island's" Cuisinart dual induction range top. It's large enough to cook for two and small enough to cook for just me. It comes to temp fast on the induction top. Great saucepan!
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Cuisinart 1 Quart Induction Safe Saucepan
Call it a Casserole or a dutch oven, it is still a great tool for cooking. Cast iron retains and distributes heat while the porcelain enameled interior does not impact flavors or absorb odors. This great piece of cookware also features wide cast iron handles provide a positive grip.
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Three Collapsible Canning Funnels
The ledgendary Lodge Cast Iron. This set is very cool as the smaller pan also serves as a cover for the larger, deeper pan. These are simply amazing and work perfectly on the "Creation Island" induction range. These, along with the de Buyer carbon steel pan are my go to's.
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Lodge Combo Cooker Cast Iron - 10.25in Cast Iron Pans
I use this cast iron griddle on my induction rangetop. Has both a flat side and a "grill mark" side.
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Victoria Reversable Griddle
SPECIALTY AND FERMENTATION
PREP TOOLS:
These clear glass "pudding cups" are more for me to put ingredients into. I have a number of these I use when collecting and measuring and getting myself organized for a new tasty test. The pros call this "mise en place." I just call it mak\ing sure I got it right. Nice set!
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Anchor Hocking Pudding Cups
These are solid, no-nonsense great bowls and the whole range of sizes assures the right bowl for the specific need. I use them constantly! They've been manufactured in Lancaster, OH for over 110 years.
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Anchor Hocking Glass Mixing Bowls, Mixed, Set of 10
KNIVES AND UTENSILS:
This comfortable to use and very sharp chef's knife is my all-around go-to knife. I have many chef's knives but I like this one best! Victorinox is know for its Swiss Army knives as well. They use a prorietary blend of steel from France and Germany. Founded in 1884, they are headquartered in Ibach, Switzerland.
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Victorinox 8 Inch Fibrox Pro Chef's Knife
This knife is SHARP! Shun knives are known worldwide for their quality. It uses their proprietary VG-MAX steel and has an ebony color PakkaWood handle. This is probably the sharpest knife on the wall.
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Shun 3.5in Classic Paring Knife
KITCHEN GADGETS
This kitchen gadget is great for juicing lemons, limes, and oranges. I use a lot of citrus to brighten many of the dishes I love to fix. Handy gadget to have around!
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HIC Citrus Juice Reamer
These three food grade silicone funnels do not contain BPA and are heat resistance from -40°F to 400°F. Three different sizes of these silicone collapsible funnels really help in canning, filling spice jars, and filling hot sauce jars.
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Three Collapsible Canning Funnels
This french style rolling pin is tapered on each end. It fee wonderful in the hand and does a great job of rolling out various doughs. It is made of stainless steel 18/8. It is also lead free, BPA free, eco-friendly.
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Berglander 12.7inch stainless steel rolling pin
One thing I have a real problem with is spatulas that are the wrong shape, the wrong size, and just plain wrong. This is a challenge especially since I use a variety of pans and also coop on a few different grills and griddles. This set solves that for sure. I love this kit that has both long and short - wide and narrow spatulas, and a chopper which can be used to clean the griddle! Take a look, they each have kinda of a multi function thing going on, and are quite comfortable to use. As Cuisinart says, "Great for the griddle or the grill" and they are!
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Cuisinart Stainless STeel Griddle Spatula Set
SERVINGWARE
I've had this flatware set (and the serving pieces) for years. I purchased them at Bed, Bath and Beyond. I loved the unique styling and casual attitude. First set to come out for just me or for a small casual affair.
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Cuisnart Pro Custom 11 Cup Food Processor
GRILLS AND GRILLING
I love this little portable grill. It follows me around to cabins, by stream, and even on the back deck over the creek. It's well thought out and cooks great. Just grab one of those small propane tanks and you are grillin' good!
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Cuisinart CGG-059 Propane, Grillster 8,000 BTU Portable Gas Grill