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blender
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Treat yourself to smoothies, shakes, sauces and soups all with the ease of one machine. Extremely versatile and very handy, a blender should be required in every kitchen no matter if you're a health nut, a gourmet cook, or margarita-making party host. Easy clean-up. Strong motor with ice-crushing speed is recommended.
Price: $59 - $199 |
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coffee grinder
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Necessary for the caffeine-addict, a coffee grinder allows you to grind your beans freshly just before each use.
Price: $35 |
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coffee maker
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Whether you're a weekend sipper or a caffeine junkie, a coffee maker is a must-have for the kitchen. Ranging from a 2-cup drip to a 12-cup urn with a built-in espresso bar, coffee makers vary in size and features to accommodate your needs. If you entertain, think about getting a coffee maker that can handle more than the four cups your daily life may require. Also, if you like to wake up to the aroma of freshly-brewed coffee, look for one that turns on by timer. To lengthen your coffee maker's life, use filters, rinse out the pot to avoid coffee stains, and run water through it every few months or so. Also, for safety, look for one with an automatic shut-off.
Price: $39 - $199 |
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food processor
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From slicing potatoes and mincing cilantro to shredding cheddar and pureeing tomatoes, food processors simplify and expedite meal preparation. Should have multiple mixing and chopping speeds driven by a powerful motor. Mixing bowls and extra chopping and dough blades are usually dishwasher safe.
Price: $80 - $200 |
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hand mixer
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A true necessity any kitchen shouldn't be without. Compact designs make storage easy while versatility of application allows you to make cookies and cakes, blend soups, puree vegetables, and whip eggs. Get a well-made mixer so that the claim of "multiple speeds" and "power bursts" are actually true. Detachable parts are dishwasher safe and easy to care for.
Price: $80 - $200 |
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microwave
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Virtually a must-have in any type of 90's couple's kitchen, a microwave is an easy answer to defrosting, quick cooking and reheating. Again, think about upgrading to one that will match your other new appliances, and that has some more advanced features. To clean up, simply use a sponge or paper towel to wipe out residue or spillage from the inside.
Price: $80-$200 |
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stand mixer
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The stand mixer saves a tremendous amount of time spent mixing, kneading, and whipping by hand, although keep in mind it takes up a lot of counter space. Basically this is a necessity for making dough of all kinds, as well as wisking sauces and processing purees.
Price:$230 - $400 |
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toaster and toaster oven
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What is a kitchen without a toaster? Today, models range from toaster ovens that are great for re-heating and grilling to the classic 2-slice bread-only model. You can also get the extra-wide slice versions to accommodate your bagels. Remember to clean out excess crumbs every so often.
Price: $50-$375
Toaster oven price range: $79-$99 |
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