We consider what is needed for a vacation home so that you can work in the kitchen without discomfort. And our list is as follows:
◦ Several good knives. The chef’s vegetables must be really spicy and comfortable. Bread is necessary, some is better than none. I know how to get away with it.
◦ Knife sharpener. It just has to be. Blunt knives are dangerous.
◦ Tables. I like wooden ones. You need one with a collar for steak. Different sizes will be useful not only for safe cooking, but also for serving.
◦ Pan(s). One is necessary, the other is an advantage. It is very good when the handle of the pan is resistant to heat and can be used in the oven. I mention the matching lid even though it goes without saying. Spizine – as a second pan, it is good to have as a substitute for the grill, or when you need to roast.
◦ Pots, at least three. For sauces, so small, with a long handle. One lower, one higher, it is necessary if the same cover fits both of them.
◦ Pressure cooker. Yes, yes. Until you get used to it, it looks like someone needs it, but as soon as it appears, it becomes a member of the family. Stews, broths, duck confit, risotto in 7 minutes – you can make it with effort or quickly, yes (!) with a pressure cooker.
◦ Something from the blender-beater world. Blender – mixer.
◦ Kichenaid. It is possible to postpone the purchase, but at some point the time will come. By the way, when you choose, you should choose according to the Lego principle, it must be possible to combine and fill with accessories.
◦ Everything else. Grater, rolling pin, convenient spatulas, slotted spoons, strainers, salad spinner, metal rings – tartare molds, spoon – slotted spoon, scraper, ice cream scoop, cheese knives, scissors, burger press, Parmesan grater, pepper mill, tins, baking tins
◦ The spice grinder deserves a separate point, because where to grind pepper, bay leaves, garlic, etc.
Everything else is very useful in the household, but can wait for its time:
◦ ice machine
◦ decanters
◦ beautiful dishes and glasses
◦ teapot
◦ espresso machine
◦ electric grill-sandwich warmer. Or a toaster. When you need to resurrect frozen bread.
◦ some sort of sous vide and vacuuming machine. Certainly not the first necessity.
◦ pasta maker. Arvydas says, Marcato. It’s worth waiting for ebay when someone decides to split the gifts.
Grill. Because a holiday home.
P.S. I wrote the list a year ago, as soon as we moved in. I promise a sequel about reality and with names 👩🍳
