Kitchen tools: the must-haves for fall
Written by Les Rivières | October 6, 2020
Autumn is the time for cool days, pretty knitwear and layering. Even if we love fashion, the season of colors inevitably makes us want to cook soups, stews and other comforting dishes. If autumn makes you want to cook as much as we do, get your kitchens ready! There’s nothing better for enjoying this moment than being well equipped. Here are the essential tools for cooking and preserving your dishes this fall.
1. Tablet or recipe book holder
Whether it’s for holding your favorite recipe book, your tablet or your cell phone, the wooden holder is the key. It will allow you to follow the recipe easily without constantly bending over. It also keeps your hands, with all that flour, away from the screens!
2. A good kitchen knife
When it comes to preparing, cutting, chopping and slicing food, there’s nothing better than a good knife. Investing in a good knife will literally change your life as a chef. You’ll save time and work more safely. Did you know that the Centre du Rasoir even offers a knife sharpening service? Come and see them!
3. A vacuum packaging system
Is your garden overflowing with vegetables? Are you the type to buy in bulk? Nothing beats a vacuum packing system for preserving food. It is perfect for sealing and freezing your crops and fresh produce. These will really keep for longer in the freezer, without losing their flavor. The appliance will also allow you to vacuum-pack your best soup or chili recipes to take out on weeknights when you lack the time and motivation.
4. A large saucepan
All fall long, we take out our big pots and pans to simmer up some comfort food. To successfully cook large quantities, you need to add a stockpot to your favorite kitchen tools. It’s an item you’ll keep for life.
5. A high-quality mixer foot
Root vegetables are in the spotlight! And what better way to enjoy them than by making creams and soups? What’s more, they’re cheap because they’re in season: so take advantage of them! To make smooth soups, you’ll get excellent results with a hand blender. Some models, like this one, even include the option to chop onions. We LOVE it!
6. A rotisserie
Because we necessarily spend more time indoors, we have more time to cook. Take the opportunity to cook a whole chicken with a roasting pan. You can even make a good homemade chicken stock with the bones!
7. An enamelled cast iron pan
To cook up meat stews or roast vegetables, this is the pot you need this fall. Yes, it’s expensive, but it’s a kitchen tool that you will keep for a lifetime, once again. A tip to make your purchase worthwhile? Leave it on the counter! Simply because it’s beautiful and complements the autumnal decor of the kitchen!
8. A mortar
To crush spices that will add flavor to your stews, it’s all in the mortar! Several recipes, such as a delicious butter chicken, for example, require crushed spices. You’ll see, spices or fresh herbs make all the difference. Choose one that suits your kitchen and leave it in plain sight.
9. Stoneware plates
Finally, to serve all these cooked dishes, do you have nice plates? Treat yourself to the “stoneware” trend. Some say that you also eat with your eyes; we believe it! Why go without? Their neutral color will bring out all the colorful autumn dishes. Bon appétit!
All you need is your favorite ingredients to cook. Did you know that the IGA extra Marché Paquette is part of the Rivières chain? Enjoy your supermarket and your recipes! Take advantage of gray days to stock up for the winter and let the smell of simmering dishes fill your homes.
