Have you ever wondered what kitchen utensils you need to equip the ideal kitchen? Cooking has evolved, particularly over the last 50 years, from a necessary task to a popular hobby for many. However, the basics that you really need to be able to cook a delicious meal are a few sharp knives, a clean area, an oven, a sink and taps, a stove, some bowls, some spoons and a fridge. Many of the best chefs in the world were originally taught to cook at home with these simple tools. However, it is both fun and useful to have a variety of gadgets in your kitchen and they can save you a lot of time. The most useful are 1. A food processor Buy the best you can afford because the more powerful the motor the better. You want this useful piece of kitchen equipment to last. 2. A bread maker Bread makers have become very popular and are so versatile that you can also use them to make jam and cakes. 3. A blender Make sure the blender you choose is powerful enough to crush ice when making smoothies. 4. A coffee maker Once you have enjoyed the benefits of a coffee machine, you will never want to be without one. 5. A slow cooker If you work full-time, a few extra minutes in the morning throwing the ingredients into your slow cooker will mean you come home to a hot meal at the end of the day. Slow cookers are also ideal for cooking and tenderizing cheaper cuts of meat. 6. A microwave Microwaves are great for when you are in a rush or you want to defrost something. Just dont use it for too many microwave dinners.