Here is a list with links to some of my favorite products that I use at least weekly, but mostly daily, in my kitchen. My sister hosted a Pampered Chef Bridal Shower for me, and I got a ton of awesome products that I don’t know how other people live without them… They have been so helpful, but have also motivated me to try new recipes and actually make yummy food in my kitchen! SO, I don’t mean for this to be a Pampered Chef advertisement, but I do really love their products, and they just happen to be what I use most often in my kitchen.
Although I much rather prefer my fancy Pampered Chef skillet and Grill Pan and Press because of the nicer non-stick coating and lifetime warranty, this T-Fal set has lasted me around 4 years, and has done the job for sure! I don’t think they are best for feeding super large crowds, but they have been plenty big enough for our family and guests.
I should add, I don’t use metal in these non-stick pans, they are not dishwasher-safe, and I don’t wash them with an abrasive cleaning brush (those contain metal and will scratch clear plastic AND non-stick coatings on pans). I clean my dishes with these scrubbers instead: Silicone Scrub Flower, Non-Scratch Scotch-Brite heads, or these Non-Scratch Scotch-Brite heads.
This set is so durable. Because I don’t use metal, I have been so frustrated with plastic utensils – like the ones that came with my T-Fal pan set – because they MELT! Drives me nuts, and makes the utensils way more difficult to clean. SO, I love these silicone ones because they are dishwasher-safe, they don’t stain with red sauces, they don’t melt, they have a metal interior or something so they are strong and sturdy, and they are so versatile that I rarely have to use other utensils. These are also cute colors, so I store them on my counter in a white vase/pitcher to add color in my kitchen!
- Pampered Chef gadgets
- Garlic Press – so easy to use and easy to clean if cleaned right away (I just rinse mine with hot water right after using it because I don’t use it for anything besides garlic, although it is dishwasher-safe and I throw it in there every few uses)
- Microplane Adjustable Grater – I hate those old metal box graters… this is way easier to use, doesn’t rust, and is dishwasher-safe
- Scrapers/Spatulas – super durable and also don’t melt or stain! Lots of different sizes/versions to work with what you need it for
- Smooth-Edge Can Opener – doesn’t make the cans slice your fingers off, and doesn’t make a big mess because of the way it cuts and uses the tool on the side to grab the top of the can and just drop it right in the trash
- Mix N Chop – can’t cook ground meat without this thing anymore. The top is also great for making pie-tops, especially on mini pies
- 5″ Santoku Knife – Lifetime Warranty! super sharp knife, I don’t put mine in the dishwasher, but I think it is dishwasher-safe
I have way more Pampered Chef gadgets that I love, but I want this post to stick with things I use most often! I’ll make another post to list everything that is still very useful, but not used as often.
This is a set of 3 different-size strainers, and I love that food doesn’t get stuck in/on them. They are easy to rinse clean and then throw in the dishwasher, and they don’t rust!
- Pampered Chef Measuring
- Easy-Read Measuring Cups – perfect for measuring liquids
- Measuring Cup Set – perfect for measuring dry
- Measuring Spoons – stackable so they don’t get lost or mixed up – I keep mine in a little glass cup from Hobby Lobby with other measuring spoons
- Adjustable Measuring Spoons – great for mixed measurements (like 1 1/2 teaspoons)
- Measure-All Cups – 3 or 4 different sizes, all great for odd measurements that aren’t usually on regular measuring cups (like 5 tablespoons, or 1 cup mayonnaise, or 4 mL)
Mini set is perfect for quick, small things like making sandwiches at lunch time without dirtying the counters, or cutting carrots or apple slices, or even slicing up a quesadilla for a baby to eat
Bigger set is perfect for dinners where you’re cutting bigger portions of veggies or fruits or meats. The sets are colored, so some people like to keep each color for a different category of food (Red = Meat, Green = Veggies, Orange = Fruits)
I wanted one for so long that I sort of splurged and bought the huge one at Costco when it was on sale for $80 off and came with an extra attachment! This thing is very durable, and it’s beautiful on my counter 😍. But I love that I can use it not only for dessert like cookies and cake, but also for shredding meat, mashing potatoes, and making Spinach-Artichoke Dip (Joanna Gaines has the best recipe for this in her Magnolia Table cookbook – which I LOVE! I make it in my Pampered Chef Bar Pan with some Artisan Bread, and I could eat a whole pan! And leftovers are perfect for gourmet sandwiches for lunch!)
I’m sure there are more things I’m missing on this list, but this is what I could think of off the top of my head! What are your favorite items in your kitchen? I’d love to add some things to my collection! 😄