Whether this is good or bad is hard to say, but, in any case, inevitable: any woman spends a lot of time in the kitchen. And if there are children in the family, or someone from the household is on a diet or special diet, then cooking duties become almost the main part of the hostess's routine. Maternity.ru will tell you about the 10 most useful kitchen appliances, the use of which makes life easier and reduces the time spent in the kitchen.

Let's make a reservation right away that every woman on own kitchen- a chef, so we all have different "technological" preferences. Someone prefers to get by with a minimum, someone respects the most fashionable and advanced novelties and rushes to get them as soon as they appear on sale. The rating is based on Internet surveys, and you may rank devices differently in terms of importance and usefulness.

10th place: food processor

This device replaces graters, knives, a mixer, a blender, it cuts vegetables and fruits, beats eggs, kneads the dough - in general, an excellent assistant to the hostess in the kitchen. Critics remind that the combine takes up quite a lot of space and requires careful maintenance: after each use, you have to disassemble it and rinse every large and small part. In general, both critics and supporters agree that the combine is justified if the family is large, and you have to cook food often and in large quantities.

9th place: multicooker

In fact, this is an electric pot with a wide range of possibilities: you can cook soups, cereals, pilaf and even pastries (cakes) in it. Cons - takes up a lot of space, requires careful maintenance, still cannot cook complex dishes. Pros - food does not burn, food is cooked at the optimum temperature. The most important advantage of the multicooker is its “independence”: the hostess can do other things while the food is being prepared, which saves a lot of time. In advanced, more expensive versions, there are quite a few modes and functions, there is the possibility of delayed cooking and keeping the finished dish hot.

8th place: juicer

More and more families are moving to healthy lifestyle life, including proper nutrition. Probably, the growing popularity of juicers is connected with this fact. There are two main types: for everyday use and industrial-type juicers (for harvesting for the winter). The main advantage of the supporters of this device is its ability to quickly and the quality of squeezing fresh juices, which are much more useful than packaged juices.

7th place: bread maker

This device is quite expensive, but supporters consider the price justified. Most bread makers are able not only to bake fresh bread on their own (from kneading to baking), but also know how to knead the dough for dumplings and dumplings, as well as cook jam. Housewives get the opportunity to experiment with the composition of bread (add bran, cereals, cornmeal etc.). And most importantly - the bread turns out delicious, and its composition is precisely known.

6th place: microwave

This device conquered us with its ability to quickly heat food, but it is capable of a lot: you can cook in a microwave oven (even baking in some models), as well as defrost food. Kinds microwave ovens: "solo" (microwaves only), "solo+grill" (microwaves and grilling function). Advanced, more expensive versions of ovens are multifunctional - they have convection heating, they are able to process food with steam.

5th place: mixer

Without a mixer modern kitchen not enough. Mixers are submersible (manual) and stationary with a bowl (for small volumes, these can be used in "manual" mode, unfastening the moving part). This device has many attachments - whisks for beating, mixing products, hooks for kneading dough, blender nozzles (with chopper knives), chopper glasses. It is possible to set different speed modes, which helps to get different results. Advanced, more expensive versions of mixers have noise minimization systems, protection systems against scratches on dishes, splash protection systems.

4th place: electric kettle

The device is certainly not new, but modern electric kettles have become more powerful, thanks to disc heaters, they boil and heat water faster. "Smart" models are able to maintain a constant water temperature and turn on the timer.

3rd place: meat grinder

Meat grinders are mechanical and electric. Our mothers and grandmothers also used mechanical ones, and electric ones are becoming increasingly popular, as they take on the main work. Meat grinders quickly, efficiently and differently process meat (up to 4.5 kg per minute). They have self-sharpening knives, different nozzles not only for minced meat of different consistency, but also for homemade sausages, homemade sausages. Modern meat grinders are easily disassembled (sometimes automatically), have compartments for storing small parts, and are compact. Advanced, more expensive versions of meat grinders are combined with food processors (there are choppers for slicing and shredding, graters for products - vegetables and fruits), as well as juicers.

2nd place: cooker

Cookers may be gas or electric (including electric stoves and hobs), or may or may not have a built-in oven. They don’t argue about tastes, besides, in some situations, the installation of electric stoves is due to the situation (for example, in multi-storey buildings). The advantage of gas stoves is efficiency, the advantage of electric stoves is the absence of open fire. In most cases (and this, of course, is more convenient and expands the culinary possibilities), the stoves are combined with ovens (gas or electric). Electric ovens have more options: multiple heating modes, convection heating ( the best option for various pastries), built-in grill, etc. They can also be combined with a double boiler or microwave oven. Many modern stoves and ovens have a built-in programming function, timers, various cooking modes (languishing, gentle stewing, fermentation, defrosting, etc.), as well as quick cooling systems.

1st place: refrigerator

This is the most energy-intensive appliance in the kitchen and - according to the unanimous recognition of the housewives - the most useful. The meat in it remains frozen, vegetables - fresh, and drinks - chilled. Modern refrigerators are optimized for storing different products, in different modes, have built-in LCD screens with various indicators, and are combined with freezers (top, bottom or side-by-side). Shelves in refrigerators are adjustable in height, drawers and baskets are fully extended, there are containers for storing certain products, compartments with humidity control (for fruits and herbs). Energy-saving models of refrigerators are labeled Energy Star.

Popular with hostesses are also:

- coffee maker

This is a compact, easy to use and relatively inexpensive (compared to a coffee machine, for example) device. Instant coffee doesn't have the same rich, full-bodied flavor as brewed coffee, but a coffee maker brews coffee quickly and on its own. Removable parts are easy to clean; in advanced, more expensive versions, you can set the mode to keep coffee hot; they also have a so-called "anti-drip" system, often supplemented with coffee grinders.

- toaster

This device is very popular in the West, but, according to experts, has not taken root in Russia. Many housewives believe that it is unreasonable to occupy a limited kitchen space with appliances that can perform only one function - toasting and drying bread. Supporters of toasters claim that it helps to diversify the menu, and is also good for health (nutritionists recommend eating dried bread). All toasters have thermostats - they regulate the degree of toasting of bread; advanced, more expensive options can warm up buns, croissants, and make toast from frozen bread.

- kitchen scales

Many housewives cook intuitively or “by eye”, but kitchen scales are relevant for complex dishes and pastries. Modern electronic scales are supplemented with the functions of storing weight, sequential weighing of ingredients, calculating the volume of the weighed liquid, and the tare compensation function (products are weighed without taking into account the weight of the bowl).

- blender

This appliance is often built into other kitchen appliances (such as a food processor) and has similar functions and the same attachments as a mixer, so housewives tend to choose one.

- aerogrill

A fashionable appliance among lovers of fried foods. Allows you to fry in a relatively harmless way, with a minimum of fat.

- freezer

It is considered necessary by those housewives who freeze a large amount of food (fresh fruits and vegetables) for the winter.

- Dishwasher

A dishwasher is the dream of mothers of large families, but this dream is not cheap and takes up quite a lot of space.

What kitchen appliances do you find the most useful?

If you're just getting started with cooking, the variety of knives, pots and pans can drive you crazy. But what utensils are actually useful in the kitchen, and what will be just an unnecessary waste? Together with the gastrobar chef Dobro bar&kitchen Kirill Karmalov, we figured out what home kitchen utensils should be like - and how it affects the quality of dishes. Please note: the list will also be useful for those who have just moved to new apartment and thought about how to furnish your kitchen.

Kirill Karmalov

Chef

Quality cookware doesn't have to be expensive. When choosing inventory, pay attention primarily to convenience and ergonomics. Now many (even Chinese) manufacturers are doing decent things that last a long time and do not damage the budget. Ideally, all the dishes that you plan to buy should be touched with your hands and see if it is convenient for you personally. Design and brand in this case - the tenth thing.

Saucepans

Saucepan 0.86 l buy for 893 rubles; 1.2 l buy for 1,025 rubles

You will need two: one larger - one and a half to two liters, the second smaller - about a liter. In a large one it is convenient to cook soups and cereals for two or three persons, in small ones - different sauces. When choosing a saucepan, pay attention to your stove. For an induction cooker, choose special dishes. An aluminum pan is better for gas. If you have an electric stove, then keep in mind that it heats the dishes themselves, and, accordingly, the handles will heat up too, if they do not have some kind of thermal protection. It is important that the saucepan has a thick bottom. Firstly, a saucepan with a thin bottom will not last long - the bottom is deformed, and the dishes will become unusable. And secondly, the thick bottom heats up evenly and prevents the products from burning.

pans

buy for 8 725 rubles
buy for 5 654 rubles

The minimum set is two pans. One medium, about three liters, and the second with a low side. The first will be needed in order to boil pasta in it, for example. The second is convenient for stewing or cooking stews. Due to the large bottom plane and low sides, the liquid evaporates faster, and it is easier to control the degree of readiness of the products.

frying pans

buy for 1 890 rubles
buy for 449 rubles
26 cm buy for 1290 rubles; 18 cm buy for 990 rubles

You need four frying pans. Let's start with the grill pan. Its ribbed bottom is made so that the products are in minimal contact with the hot surface, and excess fat flows into the grooves. It is better to choose cast iron: it will last longer. In addition, due to the peculiarities of cast iron, heat is distributed throughout it as needed.

Another useful pancake pan with a low rim. It is good to cook not only pancakes in it, but also, for example, cheesecakes. The low side makes it easy to turn it all over. Frying vegetables or meat in such a pan is a bad idea. Products will fall out, and oil will splatter everything around.

For frying, you will need two Teflon-coated pans. One - with a diameter of 24-26 centimeters with a high side, the second - a little smaller, about 16-18 centimeters - is useful for breakfast: scrambled eggs, scrambled eggs and vegetables.

The brand does not really matter, the main thing is that the Teflon is of high quality. And don't forget to take good care of your dishes. Teflon coating does not tolerate rough handling. Even if something is very burnt, it is better to soak the pan for a while than to scrub off the dirt with a coarse or metal brush.

Inventory

buy for 771 rubles

You will need three to four bowls 16-22 centimeters in diameter and 11-12 centimeters deep. They can be made of plastic, stainless steel or wood. In such it is convenient to prepare salads and knead something.

buy for 795 rubles
buy for 1,200 rubles

You will need a comfortable whisk of medium length about 16-18 centimeters - it is desirable that it is not very hard. Ask to see a few options before making a purchase. Don't forget the universal tongs. They make it easy to move a lot. The material from which they are made does not really matter.

buy for 630 rubles
buy for 606 rubles

Spatulas will also come in handy, buy two or three wooden ones. It is important that their tip is not straight, but rounded, similar to a spoon. A flat spatula cuts food when you mix something - such spatulas are good for turning over. And it's better if you buy a so-called "fish" spatula (with a beveled edge). It is desirable that there are slots in it: excess fat will drain through them and air will enter, which will make it easier to turn the products. Please note: if you choose the plastic option, the plastic must be heat resistant.

buy for 980 rubles
buy for 249 rubles

For confectionery needs, a long narrow spatula is useful, which is convenient to spread cream or chocolate on biscuits. Ladles are best to have two or three pieces from 200 to 250 milliliters.

buy for 249 rubles
buy for 2 715 rubles
buy for 2,500 rubles
buy for 289 rubles

One skimmer and a masher will come in handy. The latter, however, is not so necessary if you are not too lazy to push the potatoes through a sieve: put the finished potatoes in a sieve, let them dry and push with a spatula - you will get an excellent puree without lumps. Accordingly, we add a sieve of 16–18 centimeters to the list, through which it is convenient to sift flour. Also grab a second cone-shaped sieve to strain stocks and sauces. A colander for throwing away, for example, pasta, is also a necessary item in the household.

buy for 599 rubles
buy for 578 rubles
buy for 1,190 rubles

A mortar for spices and salt and several mills will come in handy. Fish tweezers are not often found in household kitchens, but this is a useful item, because it is much more pleasant to eat fish without bones, and with it they are easy to remove. Another useful thing is a centrifuge for drying herbs and salads. It greatly speeds up the cooking process. But if there is not enough space in the kitchen, then it is quite possible to do without it and dry everything on a paper towel or buy already washed and ready-to-eat greens.

buy for 3 370 rubles
buy for 405 rubles
buy for 350 rubles

You will need a grater with different attachments and a cheese grater. Again, for confectionery experiments, you will need several silicone molds and a silicone mat, on which it is convenient to prepare chocolate or cookies. You will also need a rolling pin, in which the handles do not move, but the surface rotates. Do not forget about the funnels: they can come in handy when you need to carefully pour something somewhere.

buy for 249 rubles

The inventory list can be closed with a mechanical citrus juicer.

Cutting boards

buy for 4 380 rubles

Boards are wooden and plastic. Plastic is more convenient in terms of care and labeling. A standard has been adopted throughout the world: a red board for meat, a green board for vegetables, a blue board for fish, and a white board for bread. Plastic is more convenient to wash, but cuts appear faster in it, into which products are clogged. wooden boards now mostly glued from pieces rather than made from solid wood. Such boards cannot be washed - only wiped. Therefore, if you fundamentally want a tree, then it is better to look for a solid olive board.

Knives

buy for 1 960 rubles
buy for 3 270 rubles
buy for 1 440 rubles
buy for 1160 rubles
buy for 1,138 rubles
buy for 1 919 rubles
buy for 1615 rubles

Buying a ready-made set of knives is not always a good idea. You won't be able to use any of them. The required minimum is three or four high-quality knives. The most important is a universal chef knife with a length of 16 centimeters. Before buying, be sure to take it in your hand, it should lie in your palm so that it is comfortable, so that you feel that it is balanced in weight - not too light and not too heavy. The rest of the list of knives looks like this: a bread knife with notches, a short vegetable knife and a sirloin knife for cutting meat - it looks like a chef's knife, but a little less overall.

The best knives are made in Japan - they still have the right attitude towards steel. Japanese knives can be taken even if they are not very expensive: they will most likely last a long time. Ceramic knives are popular, but I do not recommend them because they will last you two or three months, and then you have to buy a new one. In addition, they are very fragile: if you drop such a knife on a tiled floor, it is likely to crack. Do not forget about the grindstone and musat - a special tool for straightening knife blades.

Technique

for 10 890 rubles
buy for 3990 rubles
buy for 1 669 rubles
buy for 2 295 rubles

In order to cook well, it is not necessary to equip the kitchen with expensive, overall and complex appliances. For example, a food processor is a useless thing, in my opinion. You will very rarely cook in such volumes for which it is designed, and the combine will take up a lot of space in the cabinet. What you definitely need is a meat grinder. High-quality homemade minced meat will never compare with the store-bought. I generally do not recommend buying minced meat if you have not seen how and from what it was prepared.

Another necessary, but at the same time compact device is an immersion blender. It has a lot of nozzles, and with its help you can cook a huge number of dishes. It is advisable to have a mixer on hand: it is convenient for them to prepare creams, make preparations for ice cream and pastries. The set should include a whisk, a spatula and a spiral hook for dense dough. It will be useful to acquire and electronic scales.

Textile

buy for 299 rubles
buy for 149 rubles

You will need a few good quality cotton kitchen towels (neutral colors for easy washing), as well as potholders. It is better to choose in the form of mittens - these are much more convenient to use.

The young housewife will be surprised when she finds out how many different dishes there are in the world. It is classified according to various criteria: purpose, material, shape, size, color, style, complexion, and so on. This article will describe the types of dishes and how to use them. These nuances may not seem important to every hostess, but it will not hurt to own such information.

For different kitchen processes, you will need completely different utensils. The material in this matter plays an important role, because, for example, ceramic utensils are most often used for serving, but not for cooking.

What is utensils?

Utensils - a device that is used for storing, receiving and preparing food. It is divided into three categories: for table setting, for processing and vessels for long-term preservation of food.

Types of dishes are now full of variety, and the history of these devices began with the manufacture of clay plates, cups and so on. A little later, copper, cast iron, and so on appeared. Over time, the classification has increased.

Types of dishes

Due to the existence of a huge number of nations, various cuisines have spread. In each of them, native recipes, originality, respectively, and the specifics of the use of accessories have been preserved. Due to this, the types of dishes were replenished very quickly.

General classification:

• kitchen;
• canteen;
• utensils for food storage.

All these types are conditionally divided into subgroups, depending on the material used in the manufacture.

Kitchen dishes

Kitchen dishes received wide distribution. It is made mainly of aluminum, ceramics, glass. Types of kitchen utensils: teapots.

Enamelled appliances are widespread. This is due to the fact that they are easy to use and inexpensive. Frying pans buyers prefer Teflon, stainless steel. Aluminum kettles have long faded into the background. Metal ones still remain popular in many countries of the world, especially where tea ceremonies are revered.

Food storage utensils

The range of food storage containers is quite large, so everyone will choose the right option for themselves. It is divided into several types according to the material from which it is made. Let's consider them.

• Glass. Cons are logical - a lot of weight and excessive fragility. Of the advantages, it should be noted environmental friendliness, safety.
• Ceramic. The advantages and disadvantages of such dishes are similar to those characteristic of glassware.
• Metal. The most reliable and durable option will be stainless steel, so, of course, it must be preferred.
• Wooden. Wet food cannot be stored in such containers due to the rapid multiplication of harmful microbes, but dry food (for example, cereals) can and should be stored (after all, such containers “breathe”, and therefore moths and midges will not start in them).

Dinnerware

Tableware wear-resistant, durable, safe. In order for it to serve for a long time, it must not only be chosen correctly, but also carefully looked after. The material from which the tableware is made directly affects the length of the service life.

There are many such devices. Types of tableware do not have a large number (there are only three of them). But it should be noted that in each category there are 10-30 options. An example is plates, because they are absolutely divisible by 18 different types. In addition to them, this classification includes special devices and cups.

Utensils made of copper and brass

Today, copper and brass utensils have already lost their former popularity, but they are still on sale. The main advantages are good thermal conductivity, amazing appearance. Copper utensils are best stored in places where humidity is at a minimum. With prolonged contact with water, such devices darken a little. Nowadays, manufacturers rarely make truly copper fixtures. Often this material is used only for lining.

Stainless steel cookware

As a rule, stainless cookware is much more expensive than aluminum or copper counterparts. Why? The answer is simple. Such dishes (appointment, types are described below) will allow you to cook without oil and water, and all food residues are washed off from it without any effort.

Classification of stainless fixtures:

• frying pans;
• teapots;
• pots;
• covers.

Plates and cups are not made of steel. Thanks to the material used, the maximum amount of nutrients. The advantages of this dish are obvious, but what are the disadvantages? You can highlight a high price, when overheated, pots and pans deteriorate, and it is very difficult to wash the plaque, they do not like a sharp temperature drop, they heat up slowly.

Ceramic dishes

How do other types of dishes differ from ceramic appliances? Those most often used for table setting are much less common for cooking. Often ceramic dishes are found in the kitchens of chefs in cafes and restaurants.

What are its advantages? Due to the material from which ceramic dishes are made, they are able to maintain the humidity and temperature of food. Devices easily withstand cooking in ovens.

Of the minuses, one can note sufficient fragility.

Types of ceramic dishes:

• pots;
• tureens;
• serving plates;
• spice dispensers;
• molds for baking;
• salad bowls;
• bowls;
• teapots;
• cups;
• coffee pots.

Heat-resistant cookware

Cookware that is heat resistant can withstand an average temperature of 40°C to 300°C. Due to this, it can be safely used in the oven and microwave, refrigerator and freezer. Manufacturers supply the market with heat-resistant appliances that are designed for cooking on stoves (gas or electric).

Other types of dishes differ from this one in that the described one is ecological, hygienic and safe for humans. Among the shortcomings, it can be noted that such devices are not durable. With powerful mechanical influences, any dishes will be severely deformed: they will burst or break.

Housewives spend most of their time in the kitchen. After all, you always want to please your family with something tasty. But without the proper tools and equipment, sometimes it is very difficult. When going to the store, many people buy dishes that are absolutely unnecessary for everyday life, while ignoring the really necessary items. The result is an excess of cups and dishes that stand absolutely idle. The question arises, what do you need in the kitchen?

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Kitchen dishes

Modern market offers a very large selection of dishes. The following materials are used for manufacturing: aluminum, ceramics, porcelain, cast iron, stainless steel, glass and glass ceramics. The choice of dishes must be approached responsibly, since its quality can affect health.

Scientists have proven that aluminum cookware releases arsenic during cooking. Porcelain tableware is considered a classic. It lasts a long time and is light in weight.

Ceramic dishes are now considered stylish, and they also have many useful properties. Ceramic cookware regulates temperature and humidity by itself. The only negative is that this material absorbs fat and is very difficult to wash.

Tips for choosing dishes:

• • dishes with a thick bottom are heated evenly;
  • the handles of the dishes must be made of a material that will not heat up;

  The lid must fit.

What dishes should be in the kitchen

Pots are the most necessary utensils in the kitchen, it is better to buy a set of at least 4 pieces. They must be different in size.

Plates, bowls - buy colorful dishes, if you break something you can always buy more. You need to have spare dishes in case guests arrive.

Frying pans are also a very important part of kitchen utensils. It will take 2-3 pieces, different in depth and diameter.

Forks, spoons, knives for table setting - it is better to buy a set.

Slicing knives - you will need a knife for bread, meat,.

Kitchen utensils are needed in the kitchen - a grater, a colander, a potato peeler, a ladle, kitchen towels, potholders, a spatula, a whisk. Also not without cutting boards, rolling pins, hammers for beating meat. This is a small part of what should be.

What items are in the kitchen

Many have their favorite items that make cooking easy and enjoyable. Here are the items you can't do without:

• different capacity bowls;
• pots;
• knives;
• pan;
• kettle;
• Polovnik;
• cups;
• spoons;

List of kitchen essentials and items used in the kitchen

Everyone appreciates convenience, as it was once important. What do you need to have:

• • containers for storing cereals, sugar, salt, tea;
  • a set of various shovels, mortars;
  • coffee grinder;
  • tuples;
  • colander;
  • opener and corkscrew;
  • microwave dishes;

  foil, parchment paper for baking.

What is needed for the kitchen at home

Shelves, cabinets, drawers.

It is impossible to imagine a kitchen without cabinets and shelves. Mountains of dishes would just stand on the floor. It is important to plan the arrangement of furniture correctly. Since the hostess often cooks, the set should be planned and delivered in a way that is convenient for her. Be sure to take into account the height. If the owner's height is small, then it is better to abandon the high placement of modules.

Roll-out drawers are much more convenient than cabinets. Drawers that have the largest size should be placed closer to the floor. Often pans, pots and other bulky items are stored there.

What materials are best to give preference to?

The facade material can be made of laminated chipboard, MDF, glass, wood or plastic. Manufacturers combine them in any variation.

Must be durable because you will cook on it every day for several years. You need to choose wisely. Most suitable materials for countertops: wood, marble, granite, laminated chipboard.

Filling drawers and cupboards.

Additional sections can be mounted in modules. For example: bottle holder, carousel basket, modern dryers.

You need to have at least 5 sockets in the kitchen.

A sufficient number of outlets should be in a good kitchen. that are regularly used. It is advisable not to put sockets next to the sink and do not make them very low. The hostess should reach the outlet without effort.

What appliances should be in a modern kitchen?

Ventilation

Often serves as a hood. The hood is designed to purify the air. When choosing, you need to take into account the area so that the device does its job well. The modern market has introduced a variety of designs and types of hoods. Arriving at the store, the eyes diverge.

The range hood is the most important thing in the kitchen. How to choose it?

Pay attention to the size. The width of the hood should not be . It is better to give preference to a slightly larger hood. Its surface should be 90 cm, if the surface of the plate is 50-60 cm.

Operating mode. There are several modes:

1. Exhaust mode - when the air is drawn out of the apartment.
2. Filtration mode - the air is cleaned and returned back to the apartment.
3. Or a universal hood with two built-in modes.

If you liked the hood-filter, then it is advisable to immediately buy replacement cartridges.

Filters

They are divided into coarse and fine cleaning. Rough cleaning retains parts of the fat. It looks like metal reusable nets, which can be washed as they get dirty. Fine cleaning - carbon filters. Used once and purchased separately.

Microwave - a must have in the kitchen

An indispensable assistant for every housewife. The microwave oven industry is evolving rapidly. Many modes and functions will not leave any woman indifferent. It will help you save a lot of time and effort. Everyone will be able to choose for themselves the necessary set of functions.

What is a dispenser? And why is it needed in the kitchen

A disposer is a waste shredder and a must have in the kitchen. The crushed products leave together with water in sewer pipes. Scientists have proven that this has a beneficial effect on pipes.
Only food waste can be shredded in the disposer!

Gas or electric stove

The gas stove has already become a classic. No kitchen is complete without it.

Dishwasher

Not the most economical device, consumes a sufficient amount of water and electricity. But it will help the hostess save time not washing dishes.

Kitchen Appliances

How to choose the right blender

Stationary blender - it is believed that it is better than a submersible blender in that it has more power. Pay attention to the material of the bowl. They are made from plastic and glass. These materials have both pros and cons. Glass does not absorb odors over time, but it is very fragile. Plastic ones are more durable, but they wear out quickly.

An immersion blender is more practical, puree soup can be made right in the pan. Doesn't take up much space. A minor disadvantage: the blender must be controlled manually, this is not very convenient if you need to cook a large amount of food.

You need to consider what the blender will be used for. cost a lot of money, they are not needed for home use. Quality doesn't always match cost. Pay attention to simpler models.

The kitchen must have a place for a mixer. With it, you can very quickly prepare batter, cream for a cake.

You can also purchase a double boiler, a bread machine, a slow cooker - they will help you prepare healthy meals while saving time and energy.

Television

TV - helps to wake up faster in the morning, lunch and dinner are more interesting, and it is much more fun for the hostess to cook with it. Do you need a TV in the kitchen? It all depends on the area and the habits of the household. If you decide that you need it, then first you need to choose a place. The TV should not take up much space and should be positioned so that it is comfortable to watch.

If the area does not exceed 9 sq.m. you need to give preference to TVs with a diagonal of no more than 20 inches. With an average square of 15 sq.m. it is better to give preference to models up to 25 inches. And a large area can accommodate a 36-inch TV.

That's all you need for the kitchen of appliances.

Cleanliness and order: this is what a good kitchen should have

Maintaining cleanliness is the most important thing for a hostess. Therefore, you should always have at hand:

• Cleaners;
• Detergent for dishes;
• A set of universal napkins;
• Bin;
• Floor mop.
• The most important thing is the apron. It will protect clothes from grease and unwanted stains while cooking.
• Napkins are a must. They will help you deal with pollution.
• A mop and a bucket should always be at hand. In the kitchen, very often something crumbles, spills. And all this needs to be removed quickly before the household has been smashed throughout the house.

Other things every kitchen needs

Washing

First, decide on the shape and size.

• • square - perfect for washing dishes of various sizes, and it is also very roomy.
  • rectangular - suitable for narrow worktops
  • round - easy to wash, more spacious than rectangular.

  corner - will be an excellent choice to save space.

For kitchens with a small area, it is better to choose a sink without additional frames and dryers.

Refrigerators with one and two doors

The role of the refrigerator is difficult to overestimate. Without it, most products will be lost. A refrigerator with one door is perfect for small kitchen. If the area allows, then you can choose a model with two or more doors.

Equip your kitchen with a variety of technical innovations. This will diversify and simplify the cooking process. Free up more time for loved ones. And the quality and taste of products will only improve. Don't be afraid to experiment.

1. Meat grinder (with attachment for juicing).

2. Manual or mechanical (electric) beater with two knirls and two blades (mixes dough, minced meats, sauces, creams, drinks).

3. Garlic squeezer.

4. Timer (kitchen alarm clock or stopwatch). With a timer, your head is free for more important things, since you don’t have to think at this time that something will burn or boil.

5. Universal grater: rubs, plans, grinds.

6. Stainless steel universal corkscrew opener.

7. Rolls of foil. Wide and narrow.

1. Four knives. Each of stainless steel, and the cutting part and the handle must be from one single piece. Knives with a wooden or bone (plastic) handle are extremely impractical: they get dirty, smell, bend, break, break, misfire more often than others:

a) meat: wide, thin steel, medium length;

b) vegetable: large - 16 cm blade (cutting), medium - 10 cm blade (for peeling fruits and vegetables); small - 6 cm blade, the so-called potato blade (for cleaning eyes, lesions, etc.).

2. Scissors:

a) stainless steel, medium, so-called fish (for trimming tails, fins, cutting small fish into slices);

b) stainless steel large: for butchering chickens, ducks, poultry (strong);

c) small ordinary stationery: for cutting milk packets, cream, curd bags, etc.

3. For knives and scissors at home, it is necessary to have a sharpening steel plate with a fine notch in order to always lightly and timely edit cutting tools.

1. Wooden hammer.

2. Boards 70 × 50 and 45 × 30 centimeters.

3. Three rolling pins: Russian two-handed, Russian one-handed and Western European (rotating).

4. Two wooden spoons: for jams and for dairy dishes.

1. Four to five pots:

a) large enameled for soups,

b) aluminum wide dairy,

c) medium or small enameled for compotes, jelly, etc.,

d) metal (aluminum, babbit, etc.) for cereals,

e) metal with a semicircular bottom for stewing meat, fish, etc.

2. Saucepans. Two (minimum) or three:

a) large or medium for frying and spinning (metal),

b) small for creams, sauces, etc. (metal),

c) enameled medium or small. For quick reheating and reheating of coffee, cocoa with milk, semolina, etc.

3. Pans (four):

a) metal light large, deep (thick metal) for baking, stewing,

b) metal light small for frying, sautéing (made of thick metal),

c) black cast iron for pancakes,

d) cast iron enameled for baking fish, omelettes, for stews and browned dishes for children.

4. Kitchen Spoons:

a) a large stainless steel spoon for laying out side dishes,

b) enamel skimmer.

5. Tools for straining and sifting:

a) enameled colander

b) metal sieve (for flour),

c) a strainer of frequent anodized wire and rare,

d) sieve bast-wooden for tilting boiled products,

e) a wide funnel for straining and a narrow one for pouring,

f) a set of clean rags: linen cloth(two), gauze, calico.

6. Pulverizing devices:

a) porcelain mortars with pestles: three or four different sizes,

b) wooden mortar (for crushing nuts),

c) two pushers for mashed potatoes. Or a pusher and a spatula (wooden).

a) a pressure cooker

b) a food processor. Expensive, one of the parts quickly fails, it is difficult to find a replacement,

c) electric grill. Expensive. Can be replaced with a rack in the oven,

d) a set (standard) of knives and other items (12 pieces). Half of them are unnecessary

e) universal juicer. Expensive. It is quite replaceable with an attachment to a meat grinder or a manual juicer,

e) vacuum box. Great item, but very hard to get and expensive. Can be replaced by a bag made of two layers of foil.

a) a cauldron for pilaf,

b) marble board for oriental sweets,

c) a pastry bag and a set of cornet tips for squeezing creams and decorating cakes,

d) a set of confectionery recesses,

e) ceramic pots, three or four pieces (for soups and stews),

f) enameled cast iron pots, two pieces (for soups and stews),

g) an enameled baking sheet for casseroles, jellies, jellies.