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8 kitchen tools I'd buy again in a heartbeat
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Hey, Reader, As someone who’s all about making the most of every dollar in the kitchen, I’m pretty selective about the tools I invest in. But over the years, I’ve discovered a few key items that are truly worth every penny. I've rounded up 8 kitchen essentials I’d buy again in a heartbeat, even as a frugal person, because they’ve made cooking from scratch so much easier, faster, and more enjoyable. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned home cook, these tools have proven their value time and time again! Cosori 5.8 QT Air Fryer: I was pretty against air fryers when they first became popular. I thought, why do I need an air fryer if I have an oven? BOY WAS I WRONG. The air fryer is faster, makes food way more crispy with less oil, and doesn't heat up the house. It's something we use multiple times a day! 6 QT Instant Pot: I love the Instant Pot so much I own two! Souper Cubes: If you read my newsletter earlier this week where I shared what I spent and what I ate last week, you'll notice I use my Souper Cubes to freeze leftovers almost every day. Right now they're $5 off on Amazon - a better discount than my 10% off code for the Souper Cube website! Small Spatula: When I first bought a mini spatula, I thought I had wasted my money, but this little tool has proven to be SO HANDY. It's the only way to get the last drop out of peanut butter jars, blenders, food processors, and hard to reach places. I love this thing so much. 14-Cup Food Processor: If you're working with a small food processor, you're making your life so much harder than it needs to be. In addition to chopping foods in seconds, I use mine to shred carrots and slice cabbage, potatoes, bell peppers, and more. 3-Set Cookie Scoop: For so much more than making cookies! Think meatballs, muffin batter, ice cream, melon balling, cupcakes, measuring sticky ingredients like peanut butter, and more! Dishwasher CLEAN/DIRTY magnet: If you can never remember if the dishes in the dishwasher are clean or dirty, this super cheap magnet will be a game changer! Glass meal prep containers: As people who pack homemade lunches every week, having solid meal prep containers is a must. I've purchased several kinds over the years, and these meal prep containers are by far my favorite for sturdiness, size, and ease to clean. SPLURGEBreville Barista Touch: If you're an avid coffee drinker, I can't recommend the Breville Barista Touch enough. It makes exceptional espresso, froths plant-based milk like a DREAM, and is very easy to use. It's certainly an investment, but let me explain how my husband and I came to decide purchasing this machine was a frugal decision. A few years ago, I was buying $6 lattes 3 times a week, costing ~$936 a year. When we bought this machine for $899, I cut back to just 1 latte out per week. Over the last 5 years, that change has saved us around $2200 and counting compared to the cost of keeping my old habit. Plus, the machine is now $100 cheaper than when I bought it—so there’s even more savings to be had! Enjoy! Nicolette Wax | Home-Cooked Roots |
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As a grocery budgeting and meal planning expert, I'm on a mission to help you slash your grocery bills without sacrificing flavor or nutrition. My collection of plant-forward recipes, smart shopping tips, and weekly meal planning inspiration will revolutionize the way you approach cooking on a budget. Subscribe today for weekly tips and motivation to stick to your budget!
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