I’m not sure I ever really bought into the adage, “A craftsman is only as good as his tools.” That is, until I became the craftsman and my craft became my business. Nothing can replace genuine expertise and learned skill, but there is certainly something to be said for the level of efficiency and workmanship attained by elevating one’s equipment. I’ve learned to streamline my batterie de cuisine and decipher between really great tools and really great marketing. In fact, I’ve spent years vetting various products and finding my favorites. So, tried, true, and tested, here are 12 of my absolutely essential kitchen appliances and tools that anyone could use in their baking.

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