Here are ideas for basic kitchen items.
Basic Equipment
- Major appliances in good working order—stove, fridge with freezer
- Other useful appliances—hand blender, microwave oven, toaster oven
- Det of cutlery and dishes
- Wooden or plastic mixing spoon
- Set of measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Strainer
- Grater
- Vegetable peeler
- Paring knife
- Large cutting knife
- Cutting board
- Can opener
- Egg beater or whisk
- Pots with lids (small, large)
- Frying pan
- Casserole dish
- Muffin tin
- Baking pan
- Two mixing bowls (small, large)
- Tea towels, dish cloths, dish soap, scouring pads, potholders
- Recycled plastic containers for food storage
Staples
In the cupboard
- Flour, sugar, vegetable oil, vinegar, cereal, crackers
- Canned & packaged goods (tuna, salmon, tomato sauce, canned tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, baked beans, kidney beans, soups, skim milk powder, falafel mix)
- Pasta and quick-cook grains (macaroni, spaghetti, noodles, rice, couscous, bulgur)
- Sauces (soya, BBQ, hot)
- Herbs & spices—salt, pepper, oregano, basil, cinnamon, curry, chili powder, onion (fresh or powder), garlic (fresh or powder), bouillon cubes
In the fridge
- Milk, cheese, yogurt, fresh fruits and vegetables, eggs, peanut butter, sandwich meats, salad dressing, butter, jam, condiments such as ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, pickles, chutneys
In the freezer
- Breads, bagels, tortillas, fruit, vegetables, grated cheese, meat, chicken, fish, frozen juice
