A LITTLE KITCHEN KNOW-HOW

Kitchen Basics

A place to learn the things recipes sometimes assume you already know.

You do not need a kitchen full of gadgets. Start with a few useful tools, get to know your appliances, and learn as you go.

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By Feed Me Food · Kitchen Basics

Vintage illustration of a cooking pot, kitchen books, utensils and produce on a counter.

The kitchen notebook

  1. Vintage illustration of a compact kitchen with a refrigerator, sink, stove and shelves.1

    Your First Kitchen

    Set up a simple, useful kitchen without buying everything at once.
  2. Vintage illustration of a saucepan, skillet, cutting board and measuring jug.2

    Pots, Pans & Everyday Tools

    What each piece does, useful starting sizes, and what can wait.
  3. Vintage illustration of an oven and microwave.3

    Know Your Appliances

    Understand your stove, oven, convection setting and microwave before buying something new.
  4. Vintage illustration of a cutting board, knife, vegetables and measuring ingredients.4

    Everyday Cooking Skills

    The small steps recipes sometimes assume you already know.
  5. Vintage illustration of a small collection of pantry foods.5

    Stocking & Shopping

    Choose food for meals you actually eat, your budget and your space.
  6. Vintage illustration of labeled containers of prepared food.6

    Storage & Cleanup

    Put food away safely, make a plan for leftovers, and leave the kitchen ready for next time.
  7. Vintage illustration of a simple bowl meal and eating utensils.7

    Putting a Meal Together

    Use familiar ingredients and a few kitchen skills to make something you want to eat.