Hey Everyone,


I'm not new to this group but this is the firt time I've ever posted
so bear with me here. I have wanted to learn to cook for a long time
and know a few dishes to keep me from starving to death. But now I
want to spread my wings a bit and dive into this a little further.
What are some things that I need to have in my kitchen (food,
utensils, ingredients..etc ) for a basic functional kitchen. In other
word, what are some of the things that I need basically all the time.
I don't have time for a college class on cooking. I'm reading
"Cooking for Dummies" which is a big help. And have another cookbook
with basic recipes which also helps. Any help that any one could give
would be greatly appreciated.


Thanks, Cash

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rokdog wrote:

Hey Everyone,


I'm not new to this group but this is the firt time I've ever posted
so bear with me here. I have wanted to learn to cook for a long time
and know a few dishes to keep me from starving to death. But now I
want to spread my wings a bit and dive into this a little further.
What are some things that I need to have in my kitchen (food,
utensils, ingredients..etc ) for a basic functional kitchen. In other
word, what are some of the things that I need basically all the time.
I don't have time for a college class on cooking. I'm reading
"Cooking for Dummies" which is a big help. And have another cookbook
with basic recipes which also helps. Any help that any one could give
would be greatly appreciated.

The food you need depends entirely on your personal taste. I have a very
small kitchen, so I tend to have only the basics in there. I have a
selection of herbs and spices, plus a toaster oven, microwave oven, and
the usual staples, such as Heinz Ketchup, Heinz Ketchup, and Heinz
Ketchup, along with two or three pots and pans, a few dishes, glasses,
utensils, some knives, and Heinz Ketchup.

Cash queried:

Hey Everyone,

Hi Cash!

I'm not new to this group but this is the firt time I've ever posted
so bear with me here. I have wanted to learn to cook for a long time
and know a few dishes to keep me from starving to death. But now I
want to spread my wings a bit and dive into this a little further.
What are some things that I need to have in my kitchen (food,
utensils, ingredients..etc ) for a basic functional kitchen. In other
word, what are some of the things that I need basically all the time.
I don't have time for a college class on cooking. I'm reading
"Cooking for Dummies" which is a big help. And have another cookbook
with basic recipes which also helps. Any help that any one could give
would be greatly appreciated.

Pretty much everything Stan said, including the ketchup. :-)

Might I suggest not "scrimping" on the cookware? I'm not talking about
blowing a paycheck or two on cookware, but something "decent." You
will find yourself ruining a lot of good food with the cheap, thin
crap that is out there -- not to mention you will be replacing that
same cookware in a very short amount of time. I think a good start
would be a 10"-12" frying skillet (either stainless steel or a good
heavy non-stick) a couple of sauce pans, a small omelet type skillet
and perhaps a stock pot. With lids, preferably. You could just buy
open stock as your budget allows or go for a set. Somebody recently
mentioned a great deal on a stainless set. Shop around. You could also
peruse the local thrift stores or garage sales. I've gotten some
incredible buys at garage and yard sales. Don't forget bakeware! You
might even hint that you need things for your kitchen as holiday
gifts.

There was also another thread recently from Alexander, moving out for
the first time and wanted suggestions on stocking his kitchen and a
food budget. There were a ton of wonderful suggestions in the

http://groups.google.com/group/rec.f...3b593a8b0d4a6d

--Lin

"rokdog" wrote in message
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Hey Everyone,


I'm not new to this group but this is the firt time I've ever posted
so bear with me here. I have wanted to learn to cook for a long time
and know a few dishes to keep me from starving to death. But now I
want to spread my wings a bit and dive into this a little further.
What are some things that I need to have in my kitchen (food,
utensils, ingredients..etc ) for a basic functional kitchen. In other
word, what are some of the things that I need basically all the time.
I don't have time for a college class on cooking. I'm reading
"Cooking for Dummies" which is a big help. And have another cookbook
with basic recipes which also helps. Any help that any one could give
would be greatly appreciated.


Thanks, Cash


Ok first a stove to cook on. As for pots and pans a sauce pan 2qt to 4qt
with a lid, frying pan 10" to 12" and perhaps a 5 qt Dutch oven to start.
Two knives a chef's/santoku in a comfortable length and a paring knife about
3.5". Later you will want to add a slicer/bread knife and a 5" to 6" utility
knife of some type. You will also need a simple peeler, can opener,
measuring cup and spoons. There are many more items that you will add as you
go along but equipment will depend on the foods you cook and methods you
use. I recommend you don't buy until you have a need to buy when it comes to
equipment.

Spices can be as simple as just salt and pepper to 50 different kinds. The
rest get as needed to do the recipes that sound good to you. For recipes the
Food Network web site is good as well as watching some of the more basic
shows. Your local PBS station is also a good source for basic cooking shows.
Go to a book store and look through the cook books available. Pick one to
start that you can follow understanding the instructions for preparing what
ever dishes they offer. Also pick one that has food you will want to eat
other wise you are wasting your money.

Start simple with a new recipe each day, every couple of days or just on the
weekends. Make a list of what you will need based on the recipe at the
moment then go shopping. It really isn't rocket science for the most part
just a matter of learning basic steps and using them.

Joe Cilinceon

"rokdog" wrote

I'm not new to this group but this is the firt time I've ever posted
so bear with me here. I have wanted to learn to cook for a long time

Welcome!

and know a few dishes to keep me from starving to death. But now I
want to spread my wings a bit and dive into this a little further.

Good, you will not regret learning little tips that suit you.

What are some things that I need to have in my kitchen (food,
utensils, ingredients..etc ) for a basic functional kitchen. In other

To answer, we kinda need to know what foods you like best. For example, if
asian cookery, a wok is a good idea but if western cooking, a waste of
cabinet space.

Basics: frying pan with a lid, 10-12 inch.
Advanced: extra one, 6 inch or so with lid
Basics: lidded sauce pan that holds at least 3 cups liquid
lidded pasta pot (something to hold 2 quarts or near it)
medium: second sauce pan, smaller
Basics: 1 or 2 9 inch cake pans (8 inch ok too)
Medium: a loaf pan so you can make meatloaf etc without having them shaped
like a cakepan.
Basic: round pizza pan, used also for any breads or cookies or rolls. Be
sure it's a big one as you can always cook a small pizza on the big one biut
the reverse doesnt work
basic: 1 cassarole dish with lid. The medium sized one is most useful.

Forget most of the fancy utensils. a serrated long knife, a smaller sharp
one, and some steak knives will do for basic knives. Do get one of the
rubber/plastic sets of slotted spoons and frying pan flipper sorts as you'll
use them alot.

To say more, have to know what you plan to cook and what you like. Such as
for me, calrose rice and a ricemaker are basic essentials. That probably
doenst match you though. Doubt you just came from 6.5 years in Japan grin

On Nov 2, 10:06 am, rokdog wrote:
Hey Everyone,

I'm not new to this group but this is the firt time I've ever posted
so bear with me here. I have wanted to learn to cook for a long time
and know a few dishes to keep me from starving to death. But now I
want to spread my wings a bit and dive into this a little further.
What are some things that I need to have in my kitchen (food,
utensils, ingredients..etc ) for a basic functional kitchen. In other
word, what are some of the things that I need basically all the time.
I don't have time for a college class on cooking. I'm reading
"Cooking for Dummies" which is a big help. And have another cookbook
with basic recipes which also helps. Any help that any one could give
would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks, Cash

There are a ton of things in my kitchen all types of pots and pans
knives, tools and spices. However when I go camping I only take a
small cooking kit and I am able to make just about anything from it.
For this reason I would think that you should be able to get away with
the following items.

Chefs Knife
Paring Knife
Cutting Board
Kitchen Towels
Large Pot with lid and thick bottom
Small Pot
Pan
Wooden Spoon
Rubber Spatula
Forks
Spoons
Plates
Large Bowl
Foil and Plastic Wrap

Personally I love to have spices and all types of flavorings in my
kitchen but it is very important that you are comfortable with the
flavors that you have before you branch our or there is a very good
chance that they will go bad before you have a chance to use them. For
this reason you should probably start with a set of spices that
matches the type of food that you want to start cooking first. Here
are some example spice sets
European - bay, thyme, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, red or
white wine vinegar.
Asian Southern - ginger, white pepper, coriander, basil, chilis,
turmeric, star anise, coconut milk, kafir lime leaves,

Other than your basic tools, flavorings and raw products you need time
as great cooking takes time to master but it is well worth the effort
and the few bad tasting dishes and you will make along the way.

--
www.p30.com

rokdog wrote:
Hey Everyone,


I'm not new to this group but this is the firt time I've ever posted
so bear with me here. I have wanted to learn to cook for a long time
and know a few dishes to keep me from starving to death. But now I
want to spread my wings a bit and dive into this a little further.
What are some things that I need to have in my kitchen (food,
utensils, ingredients..etc ) for a basic functional kitchen. In other
word, what are some of the things that I need basically all the time.
I don't have time for a college class on cooking. I'm reading
"Cooking for Dummies" which is a big help. And have another cookbook
with basic recipes which also helps. Any help that any one could give
would be greatly appreciated.


Thanks, Cash



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Hey Everyone,


I'm not new to this group but this is the firt time I've ever posted
so bear with me here. I have wanted to learn to cook for a long time
and know a few dishes to keep me from starving to death. But now I
want to spread my wings a bit and dive into this a little further.
What are some things that I need to have in my kitchen (food,
utensils, ingredients..etc ) for a basic functional kitchen. In other
word, what are some of the things that I need basically all the time.
I don't have time for a college class on cooking. I'm reading
"Cooking for Dummies" which is a big help. And have another cookbook
with basic recipes which also helps. Any help that any one could give
would be greatly appreciated.


Thanks, Cash

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