This month's favorites are all about TRUE essential items in my kitchen. Cooking isn't an activity that I find true enjoyment in, as some people do, so when I cook I try to make it as easy as possible. Sharing some of my favorite kitchen essentials that help me make quick, simple, delicious meals and as a bonus, I've also put together a few of my favorite recipes using these essential kitchen items.  

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Hamilton Food Processor: I don't know how I lived my life without a food processor?! This little puppy can do just about anything; chop, dice, mix, blend, etc. If you use it for nothing else but to chop up an onion, so that you no longer cry, it is worth the price. If you are looking for a way to speed up your prep time, then this is the kitchen device for you. 

Nutribullet: I bought my Nutribullet years ago, admittedly late one night on an infomercial (don't judge). Since then, I have bought them as Christmas gifts for close friends and family and am now on my second one. I've used it over the years for many different things, but my main purpose for it is for my morning smoothie. I don't have a lot of time in the morning, after the gym, dropping my son off at school and getting ready for work, so this makes for a quick and convenient breakfast. Also, I use it to make quick protein shakes for my son after practice. Have little one's? This is will also be great for making your own baby food. Many options, one great device. 

Instant Pot: Not organized enough in life for a crock-pot? Yeah, me either. Planning my meals for the week is not a strength of mine, not even when I was a stay-at-home mom. So when this magical kitchen essential came into my life, all I can say is that my kitchen game was transformed. Anything you can do in a crock-pot, you can do in the Instant Pot, in literally a fraction of time. So no need to have your whole life planned out, or carve out additional time in the morning to prepare your crock-pot meal. Also serves as a rice cooker; Bonus! 

Toaster Oven: There are about 5 items in my house that I would grab in a fire (aside from my child and cats); pictures, Sonicare toothbrush, extra set of clothes, my laptop and my toaster oven. Aside from this kitchen essential being the most important piece in my son's favorite meal (see my Favorite Recipe's for his favorite meal). Being a family of 2, single mom, working mom and entrepreneur - my days are pretty hectic and not a lot of time for all of the things I want to do in the kitchen. The toaster oven allows you to cook smaller meals the same way you would in the oven (it's perfect for those Trader Joe's appetizers when you're too tired to make dinner), or to reheat meals so that they don't taste microwaved. Plus, you can toast anything!

Keurig: I'm usually the last one on the 'trend train.' I just recently discovered gel nails and Bluetooth headphones.  So, if you are late to the Keruig train, don't worry - just go out and get yourself one! If you are a coffee drinker, or a busy - on the go - person, then there really isn't any reason why you don't have this. The perfect cup of coffee, made in less than a minute, and made exactly the same way, every time. Honestly, order now!! :)

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