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The kitchen is a central part of any boarding school, with a chef who knows how to source ingredients that are local and fresh to ensure that these growing young people get the nutrients they need. Boarding school students have no time for unhealthy snacking.
- What to Look For
- What Your College Kitchen Doesn't Need
- College Kitchen Tools and Utensils
- Pots and Pans For Your College Kitchen
- College Kitchen Appliances
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Things that are dishwasher, microwave, oven, and freezer safeKitchen tools that are budget friendly without sacrificing qualityA mix of things that will last a year andthings that will last at least until you graduateThings that are easy to clean and don't require complicated care (e.g. no cast iron)Unitaskers that take up a lot of space and rarely get usedMassive "convenience" sets that really only have a few things you'll actually use (and break/melt/fall apart when you do)More than 4 knivesA spaghetti spoon/fork (just use tongs)1. This 6-piece set of OXO Good Grips kitchen tools AND this 3-piece set of OXO silicone spatulas
OXO is a popular brand for a reason — their kitchen utensils are well designed, last a while, and they're very affordable. I've combed through hundreds of large and small college kitchen tool sets at this point, and while there are sets with more tools in them, this combo truly gives you just about everything you need. OXO kitchen tool set includes: Can opener, vegetable peeler, tongs, grater/zester, ice cream scoop, whisk. OXO silicone spatula set includes:Small spatula, medium spatula, spoo...
2. A serving spoon and square turner from Target's Room Essentials line
For just $1.50 each, Target can fill in the only items missing from the OXO sets I just mentioned. And because they're nylon that means they're safe to use with non-stick pans. These definitely won't last you forever — they might just last the year. But for $1.50 that's all you really need from them!
3. A set of wire mesh strainers, aka multi-purpose tools that can fill the role of so many other unitaskers
If you have a wire mesh strainer you don't need a colander, a sifter, or a powdered sugar duster. This handy multi-tasker is a great addition to any college kitchen. Use it to drain pasta, rinse berries, create smooth soups, sift flour, dust powdered sugar, and more. I recommend getting a set of three — they nest inside each other for easy storage and the small one can even be used as a looseleaf tea infuser!
10. A small non-stick skillet for frying eggs and making grilled cheese with minimal clean up, etc.
While I generally advise against non-stick pans because the surfaces are easy to scratch and they make it hard to get a good sear on your food, I do think every college kitchen needs at least one. The non stick surface is ideal for things like frying eggs and making grilled cheese — anything that has a tendency to stick when you're in a rush. Pro tip: Just remember not to use any metal tools on it (and don't use it over super high heat) and the non-stick surface will stay as sleek and shiny a...
11. A large stainless steel sauté pan or frying pan (with lid) is great whether you're cooking solo or for a group
This 10" 3.5 quart high-sided stainless steel skillet is a great multi-purpose skillet. It's small enough that it doesn't feel outrageous if you're just cooking for one, it won't take up too much space in your college kitchen, but its also roomy enough that you could cook enough for your friends or roommates too. While there are lots of other skillets out there, my personal rule of thumb when buying skillets is to always buy a skillet with a lid.They're weirdly hard to find, and when you're f...
12. A medium sized stock pot for soups and large batches of pasta or sauces
I first shared this brilliantly designed stock pot in my post of kitchen tools for clumsy peoplebut knowing how cavalier I was in my college kitchen... let's just say it would have been good for everyone (and my security deposits) if I'd had one of these. 5-quarts is the perfect size for a college kitchen. It's big enough that you can make a large pot of spaghetti sauce or soup to eat all week long. But it's not so big that you feel like it's taking up too much space in your cupboards either.
15. A clear electric kettle for tea, hot cocoa, coffee, and yes, of course, instant noodles
Sure you can boil water on the stove, but you're probably studying. (Right? You arestudying?). An electric kettle with a keep warm feature makes it super easy to heat water quickly without worrying about anything boiling over or boiling away while you're buried in a book. I like this electric kettle for college kitchens because it has 5 different temperature settings (including hot cocoa and instant noodle) and automatically shuts off if there's no water inside. While the base plugs in, the p...
16. A magic bullet blender for single serve smoothies and so much more
There are a ton of mini blenders on the market these days, but for a college kitchen I recommend the good ol' Magic Bullet. A lot of other mini blenders are designed solely for smoothie making and only come with smoothie cups and blades. The Magic Bullet can do a whole lot more than that. Unless you're making big batch margaritas (which, maybe you are) you don't really need a full size blender taking up space in your college kitchen. The Magic Bullet is small, but can do a lot! It comes with...
17. A breakfast sandwich maker for early mornings and hangovers
I made a lot of breakfast sandwiches in college. I like a hot breakfast! I was skeptical of this breakfast sandwich maker at first, but I can personally vouch for it making excellent breakfast sandwiches quickly and reliably. Just pop everything in the breakfast sandwich maker while you get dressed or pack your bag for the day and it'll be ready when you are. It does need a little time to preheat, but once it's hot it can make a sandwich in about 5 minutes. This is the only true uni-tasker on...
I polled my Twitter and Instagram followers to ask them what college kitchen gear they were most glad to have. Here's what they said: 1. George Foreman mini-grill and panini press with drip tray 2. A big slow cooker or crock pot 3. Single cup coffee maker with reusable filter 4. Big stainless steel mixing bowl 5. Good knives (worth the extra price)...
Being a boarding student encourages you to develop great problem-solving skills. You learn how to manage conflicts with roommates, handle academic pressures, and deal with homesickness, which is necessary to know for your future independent life. Choosing to be a boarding student is more than simply changing your living place.
- Mini Fridge. Having a mini fridge in your dorm room is an absolute must. Even if you think you’ll be eating most meals in the dining hall, you’ll want to have a small fridge to store your snacks and drinks in your dorm room.
- Mini Fridge Caddy. A mini fridge caddy is the perfect dorm kitchen organizer. You can store your tableware, snacks, and utensils in here and it basically takes up no room.
- Mini Fridge Stand. If you need some extra storage space for snacks or utensils, a mini fridge stand with drawers is an absolutely genius solution. It won’t take up much space but it’ll give you a ton of storage for your dorm kitchen essentials.
- Coffee Maker. A coffee maker is one of the most important things you can have in your dorm room. When you’re running late to class or studying all night, you can’t always run to the dining hall for coffee.
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Jun 1, 2023 · Jun 1 2023. Boarding schools have long been known for providing students with a rigorous academic curriculum, but what many people don't realize is that these institutions also place a strong emphasis on social and emotional growth.
