You’ve heard the phrase “the right tool for the right job?” There are good reasons why certain tools are standard in a chef’s kitchen. Here are a few you soon won’t want to be cooking without.

• A good pepper mill. Freshly ground pepper takes no more time than shaken pepper — and it delivers much more flavor.
• A garlic press. Pressed garlic gives you more “bang” per clove than chopping or slicing.
• A handheld blender. It’s great for pureeing soups in the pot.
• A baking stone. Perfect your homemade pizza by using a baking stone to make a delicious, crispy crust.
• A lemon zester. Whip up citrus zest in a flash — minus the bitter inner-skin.

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1. Posted 01/21/2009 at 12:28 PM by jodigulay

   These are such simple little things to kick up the taste to any dish too! I'm going to have to get on it and pick up a few things for my kitchen.

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