Cookware and kitchen tools
Organic, natural, fresh ingredients are the key to delicious home cooking, of course, but you won't get too far into a recipe without some other essentials: the cookware and kitchen tools!
Simple things such as bowls, spatulas and whisks are absolutely necessary, and you'll probably find that even some non-essentials (mandolines, woks, and immersion blenders, to name just a few!) can seem pretty important once you get used to their conveniences.
In this section, we'll introduce you to the tools you'll need to accomplish virtually any kitchen task. We'll also tell you about the safety concerns and advantages of certain items, from Teflon to parchment paper. Learn more about:
- Basic kitchen tools
- Choosing safe cookware
- Beyond basics ... more useful cookware and kitchen tools
- Parchment paper
- Avoid certain types of plastic
- Microwaves