Last Updated on November 7, 2022 by Umer Malik
Whether you are starting life on your own or are giving cooking a go, you will need to get cooking utensils. If you have never shopped before then, you might be at a loss over what to buy. To help you with this, here are a couple of basics you should get. Once you have those, you can get started on making amazing meals in your kitchen.
1. Knives
Top of the list on what you should get is knives. You cannot buy cooking utensils and miss out on knives. While some people might prefer buying a set, you can always start by buying a single knife and figure the rest out as you go on. Ensure the knife is comfortable enough to not cut yourself while in the kitchen.
2. Pots and pans
Another vital thing you need to have in your home is a pot and a pan. While you can start with single pots or one pan, you can also get these in a set. If you have a small kitchen, you will need three pots and one pan. You will use them daily, so ensure you get the best quality you can afford. While there is a debate on where one should get non-stick or stainless-steel pots and pans. All you need to ensure is that you have a heavy base. A heavy base will help heat distribution and ensure food doesn’t burn fast.
3. Mixing bowls
There are days when all you will want is a salad, and a mixing bowl will come in handy since they can be stacked against each other get at least two. You can use them as serving bowls other than making your salad in them if you do not buy serving dishes soon. Since you are starting, some of the things you get can be used more than one way. The mixing bowls will also come in handy when you bake something.
4. Blender
If you are on your healthy journey, a blender will definitely come in handy. You can use it for your smoothies and the fresh juice you want to make. You can also use it to mix up pancake and cake batter if you do not have a hand mixer. A blender is so versatile and is a great addition to your home.
5. Vegetable peeler
There is nothing as annoying as peeling a bunch of carrots or potatoes when you are in a hurry. A peeler makes the whole process so easy for you. The good thing with peelers is they are so affordable you do not have to worry about breaking the bank to get one of them. You can even get them in a knife set which is a huge plus if you look for knives.
Buying utensils for your home does not have to be so strenuous. You need to figure out what is important and get that. Once you have your kitchen going, you can add a couple more utensils to make cooking easier and faster.
