An infinite number of lists exist detailing what the absolutely essential pieces of cooking equipment are. When it comes right down to it I think the only things you absolutely have to have are a frying pan, a pot, a cutting board and a knife. However, for those of us who aren’t living like minimalists there are a number of other things that feel essential.
I feel the need for at least two large pots, one smaller pot, two frying pans, a pie plate, an uncounted number of small sharp knives made by Victorinox, a large chef’s knife, a zester and at least 5 bowls in a range of sizes. Pretty much everything else in my kitchen is a nice bonus, but I could live without it*. Read the rest of this entry ?