Kitchen Setup for Under $250

You don’t need a world class kitchen full of all kinds of gadgets to make delicious food. Below are two lists of equipment, broken up into Food Preparation Equipment and Cooking Equipment, that you actually need to get started.

If you don't already have some of the recommended equipment that is listed, we recommend buying each new piece as you need them. Given how many options are out there, links have been provided to recommended products.*

EQUIPMENT FOR FOOD PREPARATION

Cutting Board

Chef's Knife

Serrated Knife

Sharpening Rod

Vegetable Peeler

Mixing Bowls

2-Quart Colander

Digital scale

EQUIPMENT FOR COOKING

Silicone Spoon Spatula

Silicone Flexible Spatula

Digital Thermometer

Tongs

Sheet Pan

Shallow Sided Fry Pan/Saute Pan

Tall Sided Sauce Pan/Stew Pan

Last but not least, you need a way to put out a fire!

Fire Extinguisher

These recommendations are for those just getting started with their kitchen setup, but if you are more advanced and are looking for products on the higher end, check out the Recommended Products page.

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