Kitchen supplies

Kitchen supplies bring together the cookware and utensils that make everyday cooking easier: pots and pans, baking tins, knives and cutting boards, bowls, graters, spatulas, whisks and other hand tools, plus dishes for serving and containers for storing food. Pick pots and pans by material and coating - stainless steel is durable and works on any hob, cast iron holds heat, and non-stick surfaces let you cook with very little oil. If your hob is induction, always check that the base is compatible. Knives are best chosen by task: a chef's knife for most jobs, a small paring knife for peeling, a serrated blade for bread. A well-planned set saves both time and drawer space - a few versatile pieces usually beat a pile of single-purpose gadgets.