Pasta is an integral part of any Italian meal, although pasta was first invented by the Chinese and was brought back to Italy and Europe via the Silk Road and other trade routes. Pasta is a simple yet versatile food that can be prepared with any combination of ingredients, sauces and shapes of pasta. It is the Italian immigrants we have to thank in the US for bringing us this now staple of the American diet. You can create your own pasta from scratch with a few simple kitchen tools that are extremely affordable.

Prime Pacific 180mm Pasta Machine

First a pasta maker is needed; this is used to shape and form the pasta prior to cooking but after the flour, egg, salt and olive oil have been mixed. There are a wide variety of recipes for pasta, but these are the main ingredients found in most of them. The Prime Pacific 180mm Pasta Machine will create beautifully crafted pasta in the old world tradition, except you are not making it by hand which is a true art. This pasta maker comes constructed of stainless steel for the task of cutting, rolling and preparing pasta. The roller is adjustable to give you the proper kneading and can be adjusted to seven different thicknesses provided a wealth of options to you and your family or friends.

Prime Pacific Pasta Express Pasta Pot

The cutting blade is razor sharp which enables the fast cutting of pasta while the handle can be removed for storage and cleaning. The pasta maker comes with a recipe book as well provide new and exciting pasta experiences for the whole family. Now that we have made our pasta we need to boil it. There a few options for the pasta chef at home; The Pasta Express Pasta Pot from Prime Pacific includes a cheese grater, a recipe book, and 2 pasta pots, a 6 quart and a 2 quart. The pots have easy pour lids that act as colanders. Simply hold the pot and pour, no need to use an extra implement that you will need to clean later. These pots are also very thin stainless steel; a .5mm capsulated bottom enables fast heating and great heat conductivity.

Prime Pacific Pasta Pot & Steamer

If you need a little more from the pasta pot then look at the Prime Pacific Pasta Cooker and Steamer. It is a large 8 quart stock pot with and extra deep past basket for lengthy portions of Angel Hair and Spaghetti. A vented glass lid allows you to see what is happening as well as getting out unneeded steam. A separate basket is included for steaming vegetables like asparagus or broccoli. Whether it is your first foray into pasta making or your 100^th the pasta preparation tools will provide ample support for your endeavors. These are very affordable as well; you can get the Prime Pacific 180mm pasta maker and a pasta cooker for a reasonable price making it a great gift for you or your chef.

A chef, whether they are a professional or a home chef, needs an assortment of mixing bowls to prepare, mix, and serve their dishes in. The ceramic construction provides ample support for even the heaviest batters. Preparation bowls are an essential part of any kitchen as few recipes can be prepared directly on the stovetop with no prior preparation. Of course roasts and full meals made in a clay baker or roasting pan is a different story entirely.

Reco Ceramic Prep Bowls

Do you know an avid chef or home cook that needs or is always looking for their mixing bowls, or bowls in general? Maybe you do this yourself. A simple set of Reco ceramic mixing bowls can alleviate a good portion of scrambling to find a bowl when needed. The small bowl is perfect for simple omelets or small portions of ingredients to be used later in a recipe such as the final spices and glaze to be added to a pork roast or the flour used to thicken a sauce at its final stages. It can also double as a dipping sauce service bowl or for appetizers on a buffet for your holiday parties.

A good practice in preparing omelets is to have the eggs at room temperature prior to placing them in the sauté pan or sauce pan for cooking. Use another bowl of the set to easily hold half a dozen eggs when you arise on a Sunday morning in preparation for a brunch. Your favorite chef will not need additional help in their kitchen. All of the ingredients can be placed in their own prep bowl and be ready at a moment’s notice. The Reco 4 piece ceramic prep bowl set is perfect for use in the oven, microwave and freezer; one of the best aspects of ceramic cookware.

Ceramics are known for their heat reflection which helps to direct the heat of the oven or microwave into the food and not the cookware. With this set a chef or cook can prepare the dish and cook it in the same piece of cookware/prep ware. This can drastically help an individual with limited space in their kitchen. In addition their versatility makes them a great gift for newly weds and first time cooks alike. Serve beautiful fruit salads in the large deep bowl or use it to let your best holiday bread rise to perfection.

An accompanying lid/saucer adds a touch of presentation when used in service. It can double as a tray for a vegetable platter or for home made tortillas. As with the rest of the set the lid/saucer is oven, microwave, dishwasher and freezer safe. The saucer could be heated in the oven to keep dishes warmed while being served and placed directly in the dishwasher after the meal is finished, because we are far to busy to wash by hand during the holidays. Or for the left-overs cover and place directly in the refrigerator. Use it as a lid and seal in the heat during cooking locking in the natural juices of the entrée.

Matching Red Batter Bowl

All chefs need a great set of bowls and the Reco ceramic mixing bowls set is a perfect choice. They can be used to prepare, cook and even serve your masterpieces of cuisine. Compliment the set with a matching ceramic batter bowl for the full effect. Completely dishwasher safe enables fast and easy clean for your favorite chef or cook. Any combination of prep to service can be utilized by this set and is great for individuals just beginning their culinary adventure!