From spices and oils to gadgets and gizmos, there all the time appears to be something new and stylish you should add to your kitchen. However, trying to separate the practical from the hype can be a time consuming and expensive process.
Professional cooks know that not all the space in their kitchen is worth it, but it isn’t all the time easy for home cooks to know what they need and what they do not.
That’s why Devin Alexander, New York Times Bestselling Author and experienced chef, peeks into his kitchen. Find out what’s really valuable to you, as she shares the top items she uses, in addition to recommends to her clients for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Chef Alexander’s main kitchen must-haves include:
Reusable oil sprayer: Oil sprayer lets you cook with fat in a healthy and efficient way. You can fill the sprayer with the oil of your choice – from olive to canola to whatever suits your taste preferences and current cooking needs.
Kitchen scale:
You do not have to weigh everything, but a countertop scale is a great tool that can help you maintain your healthy eating goals. It’s great for measuring portions of lean meats, seafood, and cheese, so you can stay on course while making recipes or preparing snacks.
Truvia Nectar:
“My favorite liquid sweetener is blended with stevia leaf extract and honey, and has 50 percent fewer calories than sugar,” says Alexander. “It’s twice as sweet so you only need half as much when adding it to tea or pouring it into yogurt. I also love using Truvia Nectar in salad dressings, marinades, and cocktails.” Learn more at www.truvia.com/nectar.
Oatmeal:
Oatmeal is not just a morning meal, it is a healthy way to add texture to recipes. Use it in meatballs and baked goods for a delicious grain addition.
Cinnamon:
Cinnamon is a really versatile kitchen necessity. Sprinkle spices here and there to brighten up your favourite drinks and recipes without too many extra calories.
Cocoa powder:
“I’m an enormous chocolate lover! Using 100% cocoa powder, which has minimal calories and very little fiber to boot, is an excellent way to get your chocolate fix while staying fit,” says Alexander. “You can add it to oatmeal and dips, but the probabilities are endless.
Instant coffee:
Did you know that instant coffee can be used for more than simply starting your morning? It’s a fast and simple way to turn your protein shake into java flavour.
Stocking your home kitchen with the right items is crucial to achieving your healthy eating goals.
