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kitchen gadgets & essentials

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just learning your way around a kitchen, we’ve got advice on all the kitchen gadgets and kitchen essentials that you’ll need. We test-drive every type of kitchen gadget that comes across our desks in order to bring you the very best of the best. Learn about kitchen necessities that every chef must have (step one is a good chef’s knife). In fact, we’ve got in-depth guides to all the top tools, plus answers to all of your cooking Q&A. We also have the latest and greatest kitchen gadgets and who knows, one of these newcomers might be the go-to tool of the future! On a budget? We’ve got kitchen storage solutions for under $25 and colorful kitchen accents for less than $100. (Let’s face it, we’re suckers for stuff that not only works but looks great doing it!) We also asked Nesties to tell us about their kitchen essentials -- the things they absolutely could not live without. You’ll find them all here. And once you’ve got your kitchen necessities taken care of, it’s time to start cooking! Use our easy recipe finder to search for recipes by main ingredient, type of meal, or even prep time. You can browse tons of yummy photos to find dishes that’ll help you utilize every type of kitchen gadget. Plus, you can upload your own photos and chat with other Nesties about your culinary masterpieces (or misfires!) right here on The Nest. So what are you waiting for? Let’s get cooking -- and chopping, and mixing, and zesting, and more!

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In search of must-have kitchen gadgets? You’ve come to the right place! From essential gadgets and the best kitchen products you may not have heard of to weird gadgets you just might like and wacky home products you'll get a kick out of, find fun cooking tools that you can use to whip up your favorite meal or one of these recipes. Once equipped, entertaining will be as easy as 1-2-3.

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Weekly Dinner Menu 6/16/13

posted by Christy_Daisy's_Mom on Saturday, June 15, 2013

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Onions HELP!

posted by MommyLiberty5013 on Tuesday, June 04, 2013

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Best containers for storing freezer meals?

posted by davis0905 on Thursday, June 13, 2013

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Blog Updates 6/18

posted by juliecaroline on Tuesday, June 18, 2013

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tofu tips?

posted by KnitNat28 on Monday, June 17, 2013