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10 Kitchen Appliances You Shouldn't Go Without

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The kitchen is considered the heart of the home and it's the room people spend the most time in, gathered around the table with their families. Whether you're an at-home chef with your own recipes or someone's whose meals come from a box most of the time, there are some appliances you just can't live without. Here are 10 kitchen appliances you should go ahead and splurge for:

Coffee Maker

For many, coffee is the elixir of life. The smell of coffee is unmistakable and it signals the start of the mornings.

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Toaster

Toast is the cornerstone of a breakfast meal. Contrary to the rumor that ignited the internet, those numbers on the dial are NOT minutes.

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Blender

Blenders are the versatile kitchen appliance. It can blend your morning smoothie or whip up some milkshakes on a hot day.

Rice Cooker

Rice is among the easiest, healthiest dishes to make. Just throw some rice and water in the mixer and voila - 20 minutes later, it's dinnertime.

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Mixer

How are you going to make endless amounts of homemade cookies without a mixer?

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Electric Griddle

Think George Foreman grill without the cover or famous spokesperson. Electric griddles are an easy alternative to the stove that allows food to cook evenly.

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Microwave

Microwaves are one of the most convenient inventions of the 20th century. Put your food in, zap and it's ready to eat.

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Slow Cooker

Known colloquially by its brand name, 'Crock Pot', these appliances used for soups and stews are also known as pressure cookers.

Cast-Iron Pan

Cast-iron pans are a recommended cooking appliance because they are nonstick and last for a long time if cared for properly.

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Knife Sharpener

It is common advice from chefs that a sharp knife is a safe knife. It is common knowledge that keeping your knives clean and sharp eases the pressure of slicing, making injuries less likely.

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