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Advieh
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Sadaf Advieh Polo · 2 oz
A Persian rice spice blend with cinnamon, cardamom, and rose flowers. A practical ready-mixed option alongside the cookbook’s homemade blend.
approximately $7.99as of
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Cardamom
Our pick
Sadaf ground green cardamom · 2 oz
A small shaker bottle for fragrant desserts and drinks. Store away from heat and light to preserve its aroma.
approximately $11.94as of
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Cinnamon
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Simply Organic Ceylon cinnamon · 2.08 oz
Organic Ceylon cinnamon in a small glass bottle. Its milder flavor is useful in fragrant sweets and spice blends.
approximately $7.29as of
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Dried dill
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Sadaf dried dill · 3 oz
Dill leaves in a resealable bag for herbed rice and pantry cooking; choose dill weed rather than dill seed.
approximately $8.99as of
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Fenugreek leaves
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Sadaf fenugreek leaves · 2 oz
Dried leaves without additives, in a single bag rather than a bulk multipack. The leaf form is what Persian herb dishes call for.
approximately $6.99as of
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Dried mint
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Sadaf cut mint leaves · 2 oz
Leaves without stems or added preservatives, in a resealable bag. A useful pantry size for mint oil and fragrant toppings.
approximately $5.99as of
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Saffron threads
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Banu organic saffron threads · 2 g
Whole red threads in a small glass jar let you grind and bloom saffron as the cookbook teaches. The listing identifies these as certified organic.
approximately $18.95as of
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Sumac
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Sadaf ground sumac · 4 oz
A resealable pantry-size package for tart finishing touches on rice, salads, and grilled vegetables.
approximately $5.99as of
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Turmeric
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Sadaf ground turmeric · 6 oz
A resealable refill for this frequently used spice, without committing to a restaurant-size container.
approximately $5.99as of
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Pearl barley
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Gefen pearl barley · three 16 oz bags
Pearled barley in separate pantry-size bags for soups. This is pearled barley, rather than hulled barley, which cooks differently.
approximately $13.99as of
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Reshteh noodles
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Sadaf ash reshteh noodles · 12 oz
Wheat noodles specifically intended for ash reshteh. The listing identifies these as vegan; this is the noodle ingredient, not a prepared soup mix.
approximately $7.99as of
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Extra-long basmati rice
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Royal aged white basmati · two 2 lb bags
Aged long-grain white basmati in manageable bags. Follow the cookbook’s Persian soaking and steaming method rather than the package’s quick-cook method.
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Dates
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Terrasoul organic Medjool dates · 16 oz
A smaller package of soft Medjool dates for sweets and natural sweetness. Check for any remaining pits before blending.
approximately $13.99as of
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Dried barberries
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Sadaf barberries · 6 oz
The ingredient list is simply barberries. Keep refrigerated, and sort and wash them before cooking, as directed on the package.
approximately $9.99as of
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Dried Persian limes
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Sadaf whole dried limes · 3 oz
Whole limoo omani for the cookbook’s stews, in a modest resealable package. Follow the recipe’s piercing and soaking instructions.
approximately $7.74as of
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Edible rose petals
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Sadaf culinary rosebuds · 0.75 oz
Rosebuds sold for tea and food use, rather than decorative potpourri. Separate the petals when the recipe calls for petals.
approximately $6.99as of
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Brown lentils
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Sadaf brown mini lentils · 24 oz
A single-ingredient brown lentil option for soups and rice dishes. Their smaller size may cook faster; check tenderness as you go.
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Fancy lentils
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Sadaf fancy green lentils · 24 oz
Green lentils in a resealable bag for recipes that call for this variety. Keep the brown and green varieties distinct when following a recipe.
approximately $3.72as of
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Canned chickpeas for aquafaba
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Eden organic no-salt chickpeas · 15 oz
The manufacturer specifically identifies the can liquid as aquafaba suitable for vegan baking. Reserve the liquid before using the chickpeas.
approximately $3.26as of
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Dried chickpeas
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Sadaf dried chickpeas · 22 oz
Plain dried chickpeas in a resealable bag. Use these where the recipe starts with dried beans, rather than substituting canned chickpeas.
approximately $9.99as of
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Dried kidney beans
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Sadaf dark red kidney beans · 24 oz
Dried dark red kidney beans in a resealable package for hearty stews and soups. Follow the recipe’s soaking and cooking instructions.
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Dried white beans
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Sadaf Great Northern beans · 24 oz
A mild white bean with a creamy texture, in a resealable bag for repeated batches of soups and stews.
approximately $6.98as of
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Yellow mung beans
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Sadaf yellow split mung beans · 16 oz
Hulled, split mung beans (moong dal), not yellow split peas. The distinction matters for texture and cooking time.
approximately $9.99as of
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Raw walnuts
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Terrasoul organic raw walnuts · 16 oz
Raw Chandler walnut halves and pieces, without added seasoning. A useful format for grinding into fessenjune and other walnut dishes.
approximately $17.49as of
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Yellow split peas
Quick-cooking
Sadaf quick-cook yellow split peas · 24 oz
Choose for recipes calling for zood paz. These soften faster; do not swap them into a slow-cooking recipe without adjusting the timing.
approximately $7.99as of
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Sadaf slow-cook yellow split peas · 16 oz
Choose for recipes calling for dear paz. The cookbook distinguishes these from quick-cooking split peas.
approximately $7.35as of
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Orange blossom water
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Sadaf orange blossom water · 10 fl oz
Food-grade floral water in a manageable bottle for desserts, drinks, and preserves.
approximately $9.89as of
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Pomegranate molasses
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Sadaf pure pomegranate molasses · 12 oz
The 100% pure pomegranate version supplies concentrated tartness for stews and dressings.
approximately $14.99as of
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Rose water
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Sadaf rose water · 10 fl oz
An edible rose water for Persian sweets and drinks. This version includes natural rose flavors; start with the amount in your recipe.
approximately $9.99as of
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Vegetable broth
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Pacific organic low-sodium vegetable broth · 32 fl oz
A vegan vegetable broth with less sodium, giving you more control as soups and stews reduce.
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Agar agar
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Living Jin agar agar powder · 4 oz
A vegan powder made from red seaweed. This is a high-strength agar (gel strength 1000): check the packet’s guidance and test the set when changing brands; powder and flakes are not interchangeable by volume.
approximately $9.99as of
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Lactic acid
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Druids Grove vegan lactic acid powder · 8 oz
Food-grade vegan powder made from cane or beet sugar for dairy-free tang. Choose food-grade powder, rather than a cosmetic lactic acid solution.
approximately $16.99as of
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Salt
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Diamond Crystal kosher salt · 3 lb
Light, easy-to-pinch flakes with no additives. Its volume differs from table salt, so follow the recipe’s specified salt and season to taste.
approximately $10.99as of
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Black pepper
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Simply Organic ground black pepper · 2.31 oz
Organic medium-ground pepper in a small bottle for everyday seasoning, without needing a grinder.
approximately $7.29as of
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Fresh herbs
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Cooking oil
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Chosen Foods refined avocado oil · 16.9 fl oz
A neutral-tasting cooking oil in a dark glass bottle for recipes calling for neutral oil. Use the recipe’s specified fat when flavor or texture depends on it.
approximately $10.39as of
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Vegan butter
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6-quart nonstick pot
Best quality
All-Clad HA1 nonstick multipot · 6 qt
Heavy-gauge aluminum, riveted handles, and a nonstick interior suit frequent cooking. Includes a strainer. This particular model is not induction compatible; hand washing is recommended.
approximately $99.99as of
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Cook N Home hard-anodized stockpot · 6 qt
A covered hard-anodized pot at a lower cost, with riveted handles and a glass lid. Not induction compatible. Check the pot’s diameter against your rice recipe and burner.
approximately $49.99as of
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3-quart nonstick pot
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Cuisinart hard-anodized saucepan · 3 qt
A covered nonstick saucepan with riveted handles for smaller batches. Check stovetop compatibility before buying.
approximately $63.90as of
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Bowl scraper
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KitchenAid flexible bowl scraper set
A flexible silicone scraper conforms to bowls, while a sturdier companion handles pots. Useful for dough, batter, and minimizing waste.
approximately $7.99as of
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Box grater
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OXO etched box grater with removable zester
Etched stainless steel surfaces, a non-slip foot, and a removable zester cover grating vegetables and adding citrus zest.
approximately $37.95as of
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Candy thermometer
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TempPro TempDip candy thermometer
A long probe, pot clip, and rotating backlit display make monitoring syrup temperatures easier. Check probe placement and keep the display clear of steam.
approximately $19.99as of
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Cookie stamp
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Nordic Ware Geo cookie stamps · set of 3
Reusable geometric impressions in a sturdy stamp set. These are designed for 3-inch cookies; check the size against the cookies you plan to make.
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Dish towels
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Utopia cotton flour-sack towels · 6 pack
Large, lightweight 100% cotton towels with hemmed edges. Wash before food use; secure any cloth used around a rice lid well away from flames and heating elements.
approximately $17.99as of
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Large frying pan
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Tramontina Professional frying pan · 14 in
Heavy-gauge aluminum and a reinforced nonstick surface provide room for larger batches. For gas, electric, and ceramic-glass stovetops; not induction.
approximately $44.84as of
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Food processor
Best quality
Breville Sous Chef 16 · BFP810
A substantial induction motor, adjustable slicing, and a large feed chute suit frequent prep and entertaining. Requires more storage and a larger investment.
approximately $499.95as of
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Cuisinart Custom 14 · DFP-14BCNY
A full-size 14-cup bowl and straightforward controls cover chopping, shredding, and puréeing at a lower cost. Fewer slicing adjustments than the Breville.
approximately $260.88as of
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Wooden food masher
Specialty option
B Unique bamboo goosht koob
A purpose-made bamboo dizi masher. This specialty listing has a limited review history; check the finish and size when it arrives. Hand wash and dry promptly.
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High-powered blender
Best quality
Vitamix 5200 · 64 oz
Variable speed, a classic tall container, and a seven-year limited warranty make this a strong choice for frequent blending. Check clearance under your cabinets.
approximately $479.99as of
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Vitamix VX1 · 64 oz
Variable speed, pulse, and a self-cleaning program at a lower price. Its five-year limited warranty is shorter than the 5200’s.
approximately $329.95as of
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Ice cream maker
Best quality
Whynter ICM-201SB · 2.1 qt
A built-in compressor means no bowl to freeze ahead of time—convenient for regular Persian ice cream making. Heavier and more expensive than a freezer-bowl machine.
approximately $259.99as of
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Cuisinart ICE-21 · 1.5 qt
A simple, compact way to churn occasional batches. You must freeze the bowl in advance and allow it to refreeze between batches.
approximately $69.60as of
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Large colander
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OXO Good Grips stainless steel colander · 5 qt
Raised feet, non-slip handles, and all-over perforations make rinsing and draining easier. The larger size suits family batches.
approximately $31.95as of
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Chopping knife
Best quality
WÜSTHOF Classic chef’s knife · 8 in
Forged in Germany with a full tang and riveted handle. Its substantial weight and bolster suit cooks who prefer a heavier knife; hand comfort is personal.
approximately $170.00as of
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Victorinox Fibrox Pro chef’s knife · 8 in
A practical stainless steel blade and non-slip handle for daily chopping, at a substantially lower price. A simpler handle and construction than the forged WÜSTHOF.
approximately $47.00as of
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Large cutting board
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OXO large carving & cutting board
A generous 14.34 × 21.11-inch surface with non-slip feet and a drip catcher leaves room for chopping abundant herbs.
approximately $37.95as of
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Rice serving platter
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Made In porcelain serving platter · 13 in
Vitrified porcelain with a navy rim for everyday serving and the table’s centerpiece. Check that the usable surface is wider than your rice pot before turning out tahdig.
approximately $99.00as of
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Stainless steel bowls
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OXO stainless steel mixing bowls · set of 3
Nesting 1½-, 3-, and 5-quart bowls with stainless steel interiors and non-skid bases cover mixing and ingredient prep.
approximately $69.95as of
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Flat kabob skewers
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HOM wide flat kabob skewers · set of 8
Food-grade stainless steel, 1 inch wide and 2 mm thick, with no wooden handles. The 23½-inch length suits larger grills; measure your grill before choosing.
approximately $42.99as of
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Mandoline
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OXO handheld mandoline
Three thickness settings and a non-slip handle make simple vegetable slicing convenient without a bulky countertop unit. Use the food holder to keep fingers clear of the blade.
approximately $20.70as of
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Mesh strainer
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OXO fine mesh strainer · 8 in
Double-rod stainless steel construction and a resting loop keep the strainer steady over bowls and pots.
approximately $24.95as of
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Mortar and pestle
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HIC porcelain mortar & pestle · 4¼ in
A compact porcelain mortar with a pour spout for grinding small quantities of saffron and spices.
approximately $11.99as of
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Paring knife
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Victorinox Fibrox paring knife · 4 in
A small straight-edge blade with a non-slip handle for precise peeling, trimming, and shaping.
approximately $20.94as of
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Salad spinner
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OXO Good Grips salad spinner · 6.22 qt
One-handed pumping, a brake, and a non-skid base help dry generous handfuls of herbs. The lid comes apart for cleaning.
approximately $32.95as of
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Trigger-release scoops
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Norpro stainless steel scoops · set of 3
Spring-release scoops in 1, 1½, and 3-tablespoon sizes help portion dough consistently. Match the scoop to the recipe’s portion size.
approximately $49.70as of
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Kitchen scale
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OXO digital kitchen scale · 11 lb capacity
Enough capacity for a mixing bowl and ingredients, with a digital readout for consistent weighing. Check the listed resolution for very small spice quantities.
approximately $59.95as of
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Wooden spatula
Our pick
OXO solid beechwood turner
One-piece beechwood is suitable for nonstick cookware. Choose this single utensil if you already have spoons; the three-piece set also includes a turner.
approximately $12.99as of
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Wooden spoons
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OXO wooden utensil set · 3 pieces
Beechwood spoon, slotted spoon, and turner cover everyday stirring and serving. Hand wash and dry promptly; no need to buy a separate turner as well.
approximately $11.99as of
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Canning funnel
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Norpro stainless steel canning funnel
A wide opening, side handle, and stainless steel construction make transferring preserves easier. Sized for wide-mouth jars; check the opening on smaller jars.
approximately $11.99as of
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Measuring cups and spoons
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OXO stainless steel measuring cups & spoons
Permanent etched markings and magnetic handles make this eight-piece set easy to read and keep together.
approximately $37.95as of
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