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I’ve assembled this collection of clean eating products and kitchen tools because so many readers ask what I use in my own kitchen.

Recipe development is my job—the tools I use have to be sturdy, efficient, and reasonably priced. I am picky about ingredients, so what you see here is what you’d find in my own pantry and is the best I’ve found.

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Cookware Set

I purchased a set of stainless steel cookware at Costco almost 20 years ago and they are still going strong. These are the size pans I look for in a set: 8-quart Dutch Oven • 3-quart saucier • 10-inch skillet • 12-inch skillet

Cast Iron Skillet

A 12-inch cast iron skillet is an indispensable workhorse in the kitchen for searing, baking, broiling, or frying.

Cast Iron Pizza Pan

This 14-inch cast iron pizza pan replaced my baking stone. It's my go-to for roasting vegetables, and pizza crust comes out perfectly browned and crisp. I like that I can use it in the oven or on the grill.

Instant Pot

I chose this Instant Pot DUO60 6 Qt 7-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker because I wanted the added feature of making my own yogurt.

Stockpot

Everyone needs a good stockpot for a double batch of chili, brining turkey, or making a regular batch of chicken stock.

30-DAY CLASSIC MENU

4 weeks of menus, shopping lists, and prep guides.

Silicone Basting & Pastry Brush

This pastry brush won't lose bristles and it has unique channels in the center of the brush that hold more sauce or butter for task.

Chef's Knife

This Victorinox Fibrox 8-inch Pro Chef's Knife is comfortable, lightweight and it holds a sharp edge.

Classic Rotary Cheese Grater

We grate a lot of Parmesan, it's a thing for our family. Zyliss is the only grater that has stood the test of time.

Digital Kitchen Scale

This scale has held calibration through heavy use. The display sits forward enough to easily read and the controls are straightforward.

Garlic Press

I like the way this Kuhn Rikon garlic press turns almost inside-out so the screen is easy to get to and clean.

Instant-Read Thermometer

An instant-read thermometer is a must-have in every kitchen and essential for better grilling. The ThermoPop is the best quality for the $30 price range, and I've tried many.

Kitchen Shears

Tough, easy to sharpen, essential in every kitchen.

Knife Sharpener, Manual

Too many home cooks put up with dull knives. I know it doesn't look like much, but this simple sharpener will revolutionize your kitchen life.

Measuring Cups

Durable stainless steel with a straight top edge for easy leveling make these a favorite. I especially like the 1/8, 2/3, and 3/4 cup that comes with the set.

Measuring Spoons

A tablespoon is a tablespoon, until it doesn't fit in every jar, then it's annoying. These spoons are shaped to fit spice jars and are smooth from handle to scoop for easy leveling.

Microplane Zester

Zesting citrus or grating ginger, lemon grass, and nutmeg, a Microplane does it all.

Salt & Pepper Mill

Large capacity, easy to fill and customize grind, and they sit upright so there's no mess left behind. I especially like how fine it grinds salt for popcorn.

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Tongs

I reach for these Edlund 16-inch heavy duty tongs most because they don't cramp my hands and the scalloped edge securely manages food. The length is ideal grilling or dealing with hot oil at the stove.

Whisk, Flat Stainless Steel

A flat whisk reaches the corners of a pan when making a sauce where a balloon whisk cannot. You won't believe you went so long without this handy tool.