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Kitchen Recommendations
Shun Classic Kiritsuke Knife, 8″, Black
This is my favorite all-purpose knife! I use it every day for all sorts of cutting, shopping, slicing, etc.
Commercial Grade Cutting Board
I like to have different color cutting boards to keep vegetables, poultry, meat, and prepared food separated.
Le Creuset Dutch Oven, 4.5 qt
Great for sautéing, stews, roasts, and sauces. Use on the stovetop or in the oven. Very versatile and I use this Dutch oven several times a week.
USA Pan Loaf Pan, Large, Silver
I mostly use this pan for sourdough bread. Great for large loaf recipes. Large Pullman loaf pan bakes beautiful bread; commercial grade and heavy gauge aluminized steel with a Limited Lifetime.
Lodge 4.5 Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
A more affordable Dutch oven than the Le Creuset brand. Comes in multiple colors. Great for sautéing, stews, roasts, and sauces. Use on the stovetop or in the oven.
Pro Boning Knife, Flexible Blade, 6-Inch, Black
An essential knife in my kitchen. I use this boning knife to break down whole chickens, fillet boneless chicken breasts and pork loin, and remove fat from various cuts of meat.
Garlic Peeler Easy Roller Tube
Works amazingly well! I use this every time I peel garlic cloves. Don’t knock it until you try it.
Professional Poultry Scissors, Heavy Duty
These get the job done. Easily cut through anything for food preparation. Detachable and easy to clean.
Premium Whetstone Knife Sharpening Stone
My go-to sharpening stone for all of my knives. Easy to use with some practice and creates a nice finish.
Garden Recommendations
Self-Watering Growing System
I have used these seed starting watering trays for years. They hold up well if taken care of. I set them up in my basement under grow lights.
LED Shop Light Linkable
I use affordable LED shop lights to start seeds and grow my plants for the garden. I hang these from shelves in my basement and place the seeds trays underneath.
Garden Insect Mesh Netting
I use this mesh netting to cover my raised beds while starting seeds or young plants to protect them from insect and critters.
Greenhouse Hoops Grow Tunnel
I use these hoops in my raised beds to support the insect netting I use to cover my seeds and plants.
Seeding Square – Seed and Seedling Spacer Tool
This tool might seem unnecessary at first, however, it is very useful when planting using the square food gardening method. Which I do!
Clyde’s Garden Planner
A handy slide garden planner to help you pick your plant and harvest windows. A great resource for beginner gardeners.
Fabric Pots Plant Grow Bags with Handles
I use these 10-gallon grow bags for all sorts of vegetables, but mostly for potatoes and bush beans. I love the versatility of the fabric grow bags.
Bamboo Garden Stakes 6 FT
I use these bamboo garden stakes to support tomatoes, eggplants, peppers, and pole beans. I love the look of the bamboo stakes in the garden.
Garden Twine – Heavy Duty
Used for tying tomatoes, eggplants, peppers, and other plants to the bamboo stakes and other support structures. A must have for vertical growing!
Ingredient Recommendations
Tuttorosso Tomatoes
My favorite tomatoes. I have tried many brands throughout the years and Tuttorosso is by far my favorite. Great quality and taste.
Ceylon Cinnamon
I switched to the Ceylon type of cinnamon a few years ago and have not looked back. The flavor and health benefits of Ceylon cinnamon are a winner.
Active Dry Baker’s Yeast
I have used Fleischmann’s Active Dry Yeast for years. Works well will all types of bread recipes and flours.
Organic Whole Grain Einkorn
I made the switch to einkorn flour for my health. I have been happy with Bluebird Grain Farms Organic Whole Grain Einkorn.
Einkorn Pasta, High Protein, Non-GMO
Made with high-quality einkorn flour this pasta cooks well and has great flavor. A nice alternative to traditional durum wheat pasta.
Redmond Real Salt
The only salt I use. Redmond Real Salt – Ancient Fine Sea Salt, Unrefined Mineral Salt. I especially like this salt for preserving my garden harvests.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
I use extra virgin olive oil every day for all sorts of dishes. Extra virgin olive oil can get rather expensive. I find the Pompeian brand to strike a good balance between quality and price.
Organic White Whole Grain Quinoa
A great substitute for while and brown rice, quinoa is a favorite ingredient of mine. This organic brand is what I use.
Organic Balsamic Vinegar
A bit sweet and tangy, balsamic vinegar is a staple in my kitchen. Great for salads, marinades, and all sorts of other dishes.
