Seasoned cook or not, every kitchen needs to be stocked with a handful of essentials to get you started on your cooking journey. According to The Spruce, you should jot these items down on your to-buy list. First off, prepware. Prepware is, as you might have guessed, everything you'll need to prep your food. This section can get complicated, but when moving into a new place it's best to stick to the basics, especially if you don't have much counter and cupboard space.
You'll want to invest in a few cutting boards and some knives. These knives don't have to be the best on the market, but if you can afford them more expensive knives are generally sharper and will make chopping far easier. If you're vegetarian and cook for meat eaters, or just like to keep your meat separate from other ingredients, you might want to get two chopping boards.
Next, cookware. Once again, there are lots of pots and pans out there, but EatingWell recommends sticking to a skillet and a medium pot. Try to find a pot with a lid, as when cooking things like eggs or making dishes that need to simmer, a lid is essential. They're also great for cooking one-pot meals.
