Small Appliance Must Haves

Small Appliances that keep your kitchen functional but clean

When it comes to kitchens, I like my counters open, clean and available. However, I know that small appliances to help us cook are a necessity. Which ones are worth the counter space?

How do I know which small appliances are worth the space to help me cook?

I have complied a list of appliances that keep your kitchen operational but tidy.

1. Cuisinart MSC-800 7-Quart 4-in-1 Cook Central Multicooker, Stainless Steel/Black

The Cuisinart Airfryer Toaster Oven is top of my list. The exterior is stylish and compact, but packs a lot of cooking options and power. The result; a happy cook!

• MULTIFUNCTIONAL: This premium 1800 watt toaster oven and air fryer, is equipped with a convection bake setting, convection broil, pizza, roast, bagel, reheat, warming feature, defrost, high/low convection fan speed options and dual cook with a wide temperature range (80°F to 450°F)
• CAPACITY: Large enough to toast 6-slices of bread, air fry 3-pounds of chicken wings, bake a 12-inch pizza or roast a 4-pound chicken
• INCLUDES: This unit comes with the essentials – an oven light, oven rack, baking pan, air fryer rack/basket and has a nonstick easy-clean interior to make mess cleanup simple
• EASY OPERATION: Equipped with an adjustable timer thermostat, 60-minute timer/auto-shutoff and a toast shade selector-timer to ensure your meals are cooked to your perfection

This unit has become a staple in our kitchen simply for the tater tot’s and pizza rolls! However, the toast function is amazing because you never end up with burnt toast. So easy, your kids can use it for snacks or quick dinners with out the fear of burning the house down. It fits personal sized pizza, but large enough it does family sized lunches, dinners and sides. We also use it to air fry eggs to make hard boiled (air fried) eggs! The rack it comes with has sides to keep them from rolling out.

2.CUISINART MSC-800 7-Quart 4-in-1 Cook Central Multicooker, Stainless Steel/Black

This crockpot is number 2 on my list, and only in the second spot because of how multifunctional the airfryer/toaster-oven is. But it’s my number one for crockpots. I have owned this model for 7 years and I’m telling you… it’s THE BEST!

• 4 programmable functions: – Slow Cook on high, low, simmer or warm for up to 24 hours; Roast at from 250 -450 Degrees for up to 6 hours; Brown/Saute with temperatures up to 500 Degrees; Steam
• One touch lets you switch modes when recipe calls for combination cooking
• Removable 7-quart nonstick cast aluminum cooking pot with teflon coating
• Dishwasher-safe cooking pot and lid for effortless cleanup
• Includes reversible roasting/steaming rack

This crockpot feeds my family of 7 with ease. The best part? No need for a crockpot liner! The non stick is a wife and mother’s dream come true! This also why my family eats healthier and my kids don’t mind the chore of cleaning up! The timer allows you to set the cook-time, when it’s done it turns off the “cooking” and turns on the warming. Like MAGIC! Between this crockpot and Pinterest, this makes dinner so simple and packed full of nutrition even on nights with practice or games for your kids. This also allows you to eat at different times if family members have different schedules because of the even controlled warming feature.

3.Smeg 50’s Retro Style Aesthetic Variable Temperature Kettle, White

Who doesn’t always need hot water? Whether I’m making tea, hot cocoa, simple syrup, or broth with bullion cubes, and don’t forget the jello! I love Smeg appliances, but I love this one the most. The sleek design and ease of use is why this and my next product (the frother) are small appliances allowed to live on my counter as a staple on my coffee bar. I call functionality and decor a WIN!

• BEAUTIFUL DESIGN: Stainless steel powder coated body, Polished chrome base and Stainless steel ball lever knob
• FEATURES: 56 oz. Capacity, Soft-opening lid, 360° swivel base, 7 temperature levels
• DIMENSIONS(HxWxD): 10 x 6 x 8-Inches
• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Temperature display LED, Water level indicator, Keep Warm function

4.Smeg 50’s Retro Style Aesthetic Milk Frother, White

This makes it to my list because of the hot and cold function of the frothing. This will even make home made hot chocolate! Not to mention this small appliance elevates that coffee bar. Your friends, family and guests will feel like they are at a 5 star hotel with this one. Who needs Starbucks when you have the Smeg Frother. You can find recipes for your frother here:https://www.smeguk.com/binaries/content/assets/smeg-unitedkingdom/en_milk-frother_recipebook_lr.pdf

• JUG CAPACITY: Heating: 20 oz; Frothing: 8.5 oz.
• FEATURES: Induction heating system, Removable, dishwasher-safe stainless-steel jug. TritanTM lid with measuring cup. Back-lit “Start/Stop” button. Measuring cup.
• 7 FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE: Hot chocolate, Hot milk, Hot froth – light, Hot froth – thick, Cold froth – light, Cold froth – thick, Manual
• TECHNICAL FEATURES: Built-in cord wrap. Anti-slip silicon rubber feet. Power: 500 W. Rating: 120 V. Frequency: 60 Hz.
• INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: Notched whisk for hot/cold froth or chocolate functions. Flat whisk for hot-milk function.

5.Ninja SS401 Foodi Power Blender Ultimate System with 72 oz Blending & Food Processing Pitcher, XL Smoothie Bowl Maker and Nutrient Extractor* & 7 Functions, Silver

We use our blender/processor as a counter-top small appliance almost everyday and this one has you covered all the way around. We use ours a lot to process our special needs son’s food to make it easier for him to eat. If you are new here, you will quickly learn my husband is practically a gourmet chef. We spend most of our time together cooking. So the grating and slicing functions are simply fabulous!

• ENHANCED FOOD PROCESSING: The enhanced processing lid with feed chute and select-cut processing discs allow for precise shredding, slicing, and grating.
• NEVER STALL AGAIN: Crushing blender with 1600-Peak-Watt Power Dense Motor and smartTORQUE to power through and never stall.
• XL SMOOTHIE BOWL MAKER: With built-in tamper specially designed to power through frozen ingredients using less liquid for smoothie bowls or nuts and seeds for smooth nut butters.
• NUTRIENT EXTRACTION* CUP: Designed to deliver better ingredient breakdown for perfectly smooth drinkables. *Extract a drink containing vitamins and nutrients from fruits and vegetables.
• VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL: Speed and texture control of every blend.
• 7 PROGRAMS: Preset Auto-iQ programs for one-touch smoothies, extractions, bowls, spreads, chopping, food processing, and dough.
• SMOOTHER BLENDING: Hybrid Edge Blade Assembly deliver better breakdown of frozen whole fruits and veggies, nuts, seeds, and ice for smoother blends.