Kitchen Stuff: The Starter Kitchen Gift Guide

In small kitchens, I sometimes think useful gifts trump all other gifts.

For much of this year, I’ve been posting about the tools that are essential in my small kitchen, the (soon-to-be) complete collection of things you’ll need to cook great meals. There really aren’t that many-we’re talking about small kitchens, after all. But there are some pots, pans, utensils, and gadgets that will help make your kitchen a place you love, so why not give or get some of them this Christmas?

To spare you a slog through the archives, I’m reposting a dozen of my kitchen essentials, with brand recommendations and links pointing you to buy.

ROW #1: Cuisinart Mini-Prep Food Processor | OXO Stainless Mixing Bowls | Wusthof Classic 8-Inch Chef’s Knife

ROW #2: Emile Henry 9-Inch Pie Dish | Lodge Cast Iron Skillet | 5 1/2-Quart Le Creuset Dutch Oven

ROW #3: OXO Fine Mesh Strainer | Sturdy All-Clad Colander | OXO Pasta Spoon

ROW #4: OXO Good Grips Cutting Boards | Non-Stick Frying Pan | DeLonghi Kmix Kettle

P.S. Last year’s edible gift guide.