Kitchen Must-Haves

I was first introduced to the Jester Food Company spice blends about a year ago, and I really just can’t say enough good things about them!  Their unique flavor profiles and versatility are what lands these delectable spice blends into my…

My countertop oven has to be my most frequently used kitchen appliance.  Not only do I use it for toasting bread, but I bake and roast items in it quite frequently.  Especially with there only being two of us in the house,…

I recently did some adventuring in the world of the bulk bins in my local grocery store, and now I’m hooked on having dried goods on hand at all times.  I even went as far as buying jars to store all of…

Green onions are a requirement in my kitchen; their versatility is astounding.  Also known as “scallions,” green onions are a great way to add vibrant color and subtle onion flavor to a variety of dishes; they also make a beautiful garnish.  They…

A very important item to have in any kitchen.  Fresh ground pepper adds amazing flavor, fragrance and a bit of spice to any dish, versus the ground black pepper you buy at the store in a package.  There are a few varieties…

The original crock pot (pronounced “lay crew-say”).  This modern version of the old Dutch oven is designed for stove-top or oven cooking.  This enamel-coated cast-iron beauty works wonders with long, slow cooking methods; a perfect cooking vessel for roasts, stews and casseroles.   I am partial…

I am such a fan of the fruit basket.  It adds beautiful color and freshness to any kitchen.  I also love having healthy snacks at an arm’s reach.  These days, there are no limits to the styles, colors and materials used to…

This little guy’s permanent home is right next to my stove for easy accessibility while cooking.  I prefer to keep kosher salt in mine, but you can keep any kind of salt in it.  The specific kind pictured to the right is…

What a wonderful, time-saving, and ease-adding invention the Crock-Pot is.  The versatility and range of sizes are what I like best.  With the ease of its “set it and forget it” capability, the Crock-Pot allows you to make incredible home-cooked meals without having…

I love corn.  It is in my top 5 of favorite foods.  However, I cannot eat it on the cob.  I guess it stems from having heavy orthodontics as a child.  For years I had been cutting off the kernels with a…