One of the many ways in which people are rallying and stepping up during the coronavirus pandemic is by upping their cooking game. But from novices to experienced home cooks, sometimes there are gaps to be filled in the kitchen arsenal. Our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy has rounded up a list of the key kitchen tools we all need right now for the best comfort cooking from home, from pots and pans to bread, baking and ice cream equipment. Bon appetit!
When the going gets tough, the tough get Cooking
There are many things uniting this country right now. And chief among them is how much time we are all spending in the kitchen.
The key kitchen tools for comfort cooking from home, from pots and pans to bread, baking and ice cream equipment.
Some epicureans are reveling in the opportunity to try out complex recipes to impress their roommates (and followers on social media.) Others are taking the practical and analytical route – maximizing pantry staples for big batch meals to feed large families.
And then there are folks who have been able to sustain themselves with peanut butter sandwiches and takeout for years, but are finally steeling themselves to battle with that curious fire-breathing creature: the stove.
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No matter where you are on the spectrum, you might have noticed that the lack of a few key kitchen tools and appliances is preventing you from living your best quarantine life.
The Key Kitchen Tools Now for the Best Comfort Cooking
We’ve rounded up the 20 essentials, as well as some novelty items, that every home cook and baker needs right now for gourmet breakfasts (and brunches), lunches, dinners and desserts.
The key kitchen tools for comfort cooking from home, from pots and pans to bread, baking and ice cream equipment.
After all, eating well and having something special to look forward to is one of life’s greatest luxuries – now, more than ever.
BREAKFAST
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The cast iron pan is a workhorse for many breakfast favorites. Get ready for perfectly browned frittata, bacon and pancakes with this classic from Staub.
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Are people hoarding the orange juice in your neck of the woods? Make your own fresh-squeezed juice instead with this retro (in looks only) juicer that has a sensor-activated motor.
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While we love breakfasts with all the fixings, some days it feels better to start the day off light. Use up those frozen bags of fruit in deliciously creamy smoothies.
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A waffle iron is one of those appliances that people always try to give away. But when you’re going on your 10th day of cereal, a toasty waffle sounds pretty good. Plus, they always remind us of one of our favorite parts of vacation: hotels and bountiful breakfast spreads.
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If the promise of a strawberry and whipped cream-filled crepe doesn’t get you out of bed, then how about one filled with Nutella?
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We are really missing fancy coffees right now. This De’Longhi Dinamica TrueBrew Over Ice espresso maker customizes steam and foam levels for rich, long-lasting lattes and cappuccinos. And better yet- it also brews smooth, full-bodied coffee over ice that is never watered down. Problem solved.
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LUNCH AND DINNER
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There’s no better time than now to jump on the bread making bandwagon. This one has settings for a variety of breads, including a dispenser to add in fruits and nuts.
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Topping the list of foods we miss: fried chicken, french fries and doughnuts. A deep fryer is a must for comfort food cravings.
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If you’re trying to run a company and home school and stay on top of chores, the crock-pot will be your best assistant. Make rich soups, tender pulled pork and flavorful curries with the push of a button.
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Making pizza always makes for a fun and memorable meal. This glazed ceramic pizza stone will create that bubbly, crispy crust like a pizza fresh out of a wood-fired oven.
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Knives out! Make sure to keep those blades sharp for better results in the kitchen.
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If your pots and pans need a refresh, ditch the chemicals with Caraway’s ceramic-coated cookware set in a range of beautiful, modern colors.
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A good apron goes a long way in setting up an experimental and adventurous vibe in the kitchen. Go ahead and get a little dirty with these attractive and durable aprons handwoven by a family-run cooperative in Mexico.
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DESSERT
What are the essential kitchen tools for comfort cooking when it comes to dessert? Here are the ones that made our list.
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Make birthdays in the time of Coronavirus a little sweeter by trying your hand at cake decorating. Practice makes perfect. And failing that, you might qualify to be a contestant on Nailed It!
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Ice cream feels more nutritious when you make it at home. And don’t let anyone tell you otherwise! This home ice cream equipment makes the process a little too easy.
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An apple pie a day keeps the doctor away, right? This gorgeous stoneware plate reveals the blue hand-stamped pattern on the interior with every slice you cut away.
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We’re in love with this cookie maker and storage container. Simply fill it with your favorite cookie dough and freeze. Whenever you have a hankering for a warm cookie, just take out a few to pop in the oven. It sure beats stale store bought cookies!
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Your dog deserves some treats too. Whip up healthy bone-shaped morsels in this fun new pan made just for your furry friend.
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If you’re not much of a baker, disguise that box cake mix with a beautiful mold. This three-tiered Bundt pan set will make dessert feel like a party.
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Bring s’more fun indoors and roast marshmallows to perfection over this adorable, tabletop electric flameless heater.
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The Key Kitchen Tools Now for the Best Comfort Cooking
That’s it! A roundup of the key kitchen tools we all need right now for the best comfort cooking from home, from pots and pans to baking, bread-making and ice cream equipment. Now, set up that mise en place and have fun!
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Crediting her training as a cultural anthropologist at Wellesley College, Julie has immersed herself in various industries in the last 15 years including fashion design, event planning, and fitness. Julie lives in New York where she loves trying every ramen and dumpling restaurant with her husband and three children. She finds joy in bold prints, biographies of fierce women, kickboxing. And spending way too long finding the perfect polish color to express her mood.
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