Chef and Author Danielle Kartes' Must-Have Kitchen Essentials

As a cookbook author, recipe developer, and mom, Danielle Kartes knows how to please a crowd with food. This curation features her list of kitchen tools that every great cook must have. These products are essentials that Danielle has used almost daily for years and can't live without. You'll be able to improve your kitchen game like you never thought you could.

KitchenAid Cordless Variable Speed Hand Blender

The KitchenAid Cordless Variable Speed Hand Blender is a battery-powered blender that can be used to thicken anything from sauces to soups and even homemade mayo. "It's a lifesaver," says Danielle. It can easily blend 25 bowls of soup at a full charge. This hand blender can be easily recharged and comes with a removable 8" blending arm and a variable speed trigger switch.

Zwilling J.A. Henckels Pro Chef's Knife

Having a good knife is so important if your want to be a home cook, especially when chopping vegetables and herbs. Getting the perfect cut can make all the difference. The Zwilling J.A. Henckels Pro Chef's Knife has an optimized blade shape that reduces hand and wrist stress to prevent fatigue after prolonged use. The beautiful design allows the entire length of the blade to be used for chopping, slicing, dicing, and more. Zwilling J.A. Henckels knives are very reliable and easy to maintain. Danielle has owned and used the same set of knives (including this knife) from this brand for several years.

Cuisinart Custom 14-Cup Food Processor

The Cuisinart Custom 14-Cup Food Processor is easy to use and very versatile. It's perfect for making any kind of sauce. Danielle especially loves that this food processor allows her to go from grating cheese to slicing onions with ease. No matter what you're making and for how many, the large-capacity work bowl has enough room for it. The 720-watt motor can quickly chop fruits and vegetables, shred cheese, or knead dough. The large food tube precisely slices and shreds whole fruits and vegetables.