 | T-Fal Ultimate Stainless-Steel Copper-Bottom 12-Piece Cookware Set
Buy new: $109.99 / Used from: $96.99 Cookware is necessary if you plan to be fixing any of your own meals. Splurge on a higher quality set if you plan to be cooking a lot.
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 | KitchenAid KSB560OB 5-Speed 56-Ounce Blender, Onyx Black
Buy new: $89.99 A nice blender can also serve as a food processor.
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 | Proctor Silex 22605 2-Slice Toaster
Buy new: $16.99 / Used from: $10.00 You can find toasters for as little as $4 at some retailers.
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 | Keurig B60 Special Edition Gourmet Single-Cup Home-Brewing System
Buy new: $129.85 / Used from: $89.99 A coffee maker is another important appliance. The Keurig system looks nice and makes single cups, so no coffee is wasted.
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 | George Foreman GRP46P 72-Square-Inch Grill with Nonstick Removable Plates
Buy new: $57.40 A George Foreman is great for apartments for those who like meat and fish but don't have the means to cook it.
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 | Brita 42629 Slim Pitcher
Buy new: $12.99 / Used from: $10.50 Encourages water drinking and makes it taste better.
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 | Beehive Acrylic Butter Dish
Buy new: $15.99 Important if you use butter.
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 | Olde Thompson 7 1/2-Inch Metal Peppermill and Salt Shaker Set by Upswing Chorale
Buy new: $19.99 / Used from: $17.99 Cheap salt and pepper shakers are available all over.
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 | Cuisinart CHM-3 Electronic Hand Mixer 3 Speed, White
Buy new: $29.95 Hand mixers are essential for baking.
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 | EZ Baker Nine Piece Bakeware Set
Buy new: $14.96 A set of pans for baking is important, and this set is pretty cheap.
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 | Martha Stewart Collection Blue Gripper Cutting Board
Buy new: $14.99 A cutting board keeps your counters protected. This bright color provides a nice touch.
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 | Martha Stewart Collection Blue Colander, 5 Qt.
Buy new: $22.99 This colander matches the cutting board. There are obviously cheaper ones available, but this provides a nice decorative touch.
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 | Martha Stewart Collection 3-Piece Blue Kitchen Towels Set Aqua
Coordinating towels bring it all to a common theme.
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 | Rival 5025WG 2-1/2-Quart Crockpot
Buy new: $23.33 / Used from: $13.99 A crockpot is great for busy professionals.
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 | OXO Chip Bag Clip Set, Assorted Colors
Buy new: $9.99 Clothes pins can also do the trick.
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 | Oxo Good Grips Box Grater
Buy new: $16.99 / Used from: $13.99 Not absolutely necessary, but if you cook a lot, a nice tool to have around.
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 | 14OZ Ivory Dish Soap
Buy new: $2.67 Cleaning those dishes is important!
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 | Oneida Mooncrest 45-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 8
Buy new: $54.67 / Used from: $50.99 Silverware comes in a variety of styles and prices. Service for 8 should be enough for one or two people.
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 | Amco Swing-A-Way 407WH Portable Can Opener, White
Buy new: $8.99 Electric styles are also available.
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 | Hamilton Beach 70670 Chef Prep 525-Watt Food Processor, Black
Buy new: $45.03 A blender can also do the trick.
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 | Snapware 18pc Glasslock Tempered Glass Storage Containers 18piece Set with Lids
Buy new: $38.90 / Used from: $42.00 Food storage containers are needed for leftovers.
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 | FoodSaver V2040 Vacuum-Packaging System
Buy new: $74.95 / Used from: $60.00 A food saver can help prevent food waste.
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 | Oxo 34881 Good Grips Ice Cube Tray
Buy new: $9.13 These come in different styles and are cheap at discount stores. If you frequently entertain, splurge for special shaped ice cube trays.
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 | Ginsu 4827 International Traditions 14-Piece Stainless Steel Knife Block Set
Buy new: $38.99 / Used from: $36.99 A set of knives can vary in price greatly. Choose your set based on how long you plan to keep it and how often you plan to use it.
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 | Progressive GT-3520 International 19-Piece Measuring Cup and Spoon Set
Buy new: $9.49 Measuring spoons and cups are important for cooking and baking. They are also available in metal varieties.
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 | Trudeau Melamine Mixing Bowls, Set of 3
Buy new: $14.96 Mixing bowls in a variety of sizes come in handy a lot.
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 | Norpro Pink Silicone and Fabric Glove, Medium
Buy new: $11.42 Don't forget an oven mitt and pot holders.
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 | Oxo 1066736 Good Grips SimplyTear Brushed Stainless-Steel Standing Paper-Towel Holder
Buy new: $21.50 Keeping paper towels on the counter encourages you to use them.
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 | Pyrex 6021224 Storage 10-Piece Set, Clear with Blue Lids
Buy new: $14.99 A set of Pyrex storage dishes can also serve as baking dishes.
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 | Calphalon Vegetable Peeler
Buy new: $7.95 A common household item.
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 | Libbey Vina 18-1/4-Ounce Round Red-Wine Goblets, Set of 6
Buy new: $17.99 Great for wine drinkers or special occasions.
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 | Glad Cling Plastic Wrap, 200-Foot Rolls, Case of 12 (2400 Feet)
Buy new: $33.86 Also great for storage.
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 | Ziploc Sandwich Bag Value Pack, 100-Count
Buy new: $7.99 More storage
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 | Glad ForceFlex Tall Kitchen Bags, 13 Gallon (120 Bags)
Buy new: $18.64 Buy kitchen and gallon size.
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 | Cook N Home 6.5 Quart Stainless Steel Popcorn Popper Stovetop
Buy new: $30.00 A nice item to have for popcorn lovers.
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 | Pedrini Black & Satin 6-Inch Basic Corkscrew
Buy new: $7.49 Don't forget this common item!
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 | Trash Master Under Sink Garbage Can
Buy new: $49.99 For under the sink.
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 | Signature Housewares Sorrento Set of 3 Canisters, Ruby
Buy new: $38.00 For keeping your baking items or other food items.
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 | Oxo 1069228 OXO Good Grips 15-Piece Everyday Kitchen Tool Set
Buy new: $94.04 / Used from: $84.99 Cheaper sets are available, but this one covers a lot of the necessities.
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