Here are ideas for basic kitchen items.
Basic Equipment
- major appliances in good working order—stove, fridge with freezer
- other useful appliances—hand blender, microwave oven, toaster oven
- set of cutlery and dishes
- wooden or plastic mixing spoon
- set of measuring cups and spoons
- spatula
- strainer
- grater
- vegetable peeler
- paring knife
- large cutting knife
- cutting board
- can opener
- egg beater or whisk
- pots with lids (small, large)
- frying pan
- casserole dish
- muffin tin
- baking pan
- 2 mixing bowls (small, large)
- tea towels, dish cloths, dish soap, scouring pads, potholders
- recycled plastic containers for food storage
Staples
In the cupboard
- flour, sugar, vegetable oil, vinegar, cereal, crackers
- canned & packaged goods (tuna, salmon, tomato sauce, canned tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, baked beans, kidney beans, soups, skim milk powder, falafel mix)
- pasta and quick-cook grains (macaroni, spaghetti, noodles, rice, couscous, bulgur)
- sauces (soya, BBQ, hot)
- herbs & spices—salt, pepper, oregano, basil, cinnamon, curry, chili powder, onion (fresh or powder), garlic (fresh or powder), bouillon cubes
In the fridge
- milk, cheese, yogurt, fresh fruits and vegetables, eggs, peanut butter, sandwich meats, salad dressing, butter, jam, condiments such as ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, pickles, chutneys
In the freezer
- breads, bagels, tortillas, fruit, vegetables, grated cheese, meat, chicken, fish, frozen juice
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