As I look back at the beginning of my culinary experiences I recall the excitement of creating my first kitchen. It wasn’t just a matter of procuring the ideal equipment from my pots and pans to the spices, but also stock the place with items that would make cooking every day not only a pleasure but also a breeze. I have learned the hard way that the right appliances do make such a difference as regards the manner and ease of cooking. Below is a snap-shot to the daily routine I have adopted in kitchen as these appliances become a must have.
Using the Coffee Maker in the Morning
Mornings in my kitchen start with a ritual that feels almost sacred: making a cup of coffee to the letter. Not only is it a device for making coffee, but the coffee maker is an indispensable part of my morning. The smell of freshly brewed coffee is the first proof that a new day has started, The fresh smell of brewed coffee in the morning is the first call of a brand new day. Rather than opting to purchase pricy coffee maker brands, I bought a high-quality drip coffee maker which has the option of being programmed hence makes coffee by the time I get into the kitchen. In the morning when one is running from one appointment to another; this goes along way in making the difference.
The Blender: Breakfast Saviors: Morning Smoothie
When I am done with my coffee then comes the nutritious meal that comes in the form of a glass of juice and for this my blender is essential. It does not matter if it is a green smoothie, protein shake or simply a cup of fruits in a blender, this appliance is my favorite for a healthy breakfast. It really does blend it all: the icy frozen fruits, leafy greens and any thing else you dare to put in it. I have also cooked home-made soups and sauces in it and what I find very convenient is to make individual portions to add flavor to my meals.
The Toaster Oven: A Versatile Ally
Lunch is usually a spontaneous affair, and that’s why having toaster oven is very helpful. Compared to a normal toaster, this appliance is versatile than just toasting bread and the like. It is great for toasting bagels, baking a couple of batches of cookies or even reheating food. It occupies little space on my kitchen counter and can perform a number of tasks so I do not have pull the big oven for small jobs. Toaster oven has also slowly transformed into a good cooking companion in the daily kitchen expeditions that offer ease together with flexibility.
The Cutting Board and Chef’s Knife: The essence of prep work
Learning is equally important which in my case involves proper preparation by ensure I have the right cutting board and chef’s knife. My cutting board is large enough for the vegetables, fruits, and meats I work with, and my chef’s knife sharper and lighter giving me an easy time when cutting and slicing. Both of them help to simplify the work preparation part and also to make it as fun as possible. It has been understood that this investment actually enhances not only works, but the cooking process as well.
The Multi-Cooker: Dinner: A Game Changer
Dinner can be the most elaborate meal of the day and with my multi-cooker I’ve been able to master it. This appliance is arguably one of the most versatile appliances in the kitchen; it has features of a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer among others. During the week when there are many other things going on at night, it can be put on slow cooking mode to cook a good pot of stew among other things. On the other hand, on days when I am pressed on time, the pressure cooker function enables one to cook meals in a shorter duration without compromising on the meals’ tastes and tenderness.
The Microwave: The Ignored One
Despite the fact that Microwave is not one of those primary equipment’s which comes into mind as soon as anyone thinks about the kitchen but it is one of the most used appliances in the kitchen. It is the best for warming up the residual dishes, melting butter or any other ingredient in a short time or even thaw out food. The convenience cannot be overemphasized, and to add on the beneficial factor, it’s very fast when I do not have time to prepare a dish from raw materials or when I am too exhausted to cook. The microwave may not be an attractive appliance But the versatility comes in handy in my daily life to a point of becoming an essential tool.
The Dishwasher: A Time-Saving Marvel
When I am through with my meal the last thing I feel like doing is washing the dishes. That is why my dishwasher is such a godsend My cooking and washing are now totally divorced which means I need to do little in the way of washing up. If used regularly, it is convenient and does not require much time to be spent while cleaning up, I find. That way, I have been able to discover that through washing the dishes in a dishwasher not only does one keep the kitchen clean but also prepares the dishes for its next use through cleaning. A luxury that I appear to have never appreciated it has however become a staple in my day to day cooking.
Conclusion: The Items You Should Accumulate for Your Kitchen
Looking back at the tasks done in a day in the kitchen, I can say that the appliances have influenced the method used in preparing food. All of them have their part to tell while making the simplest things in life more enjoyable. The coffee maker is definitely my and my family’s wake-up call, the microwave adds convenience to my meals, the dishwasher concludes my meal time.
Organizing a kitchen with right appliances is not only about efficiency of cooking, but about the pleasure from the process of dishes preparation as well. From those who do cooking as a full-time business to those who merely occasionally cook, these appliances are worthy to be bought or acquired since they help in the day-to-day cooking process. To me, these utensils are not mere accessories – they are my cook’s helpers and friends that make the cooking process enjoyable and easy with every dish that I prepare.
