The kitchen is the heart of our home. I spend most of my time there—whether it’s putting away the groceries, prepping food, cooking, washing the dishes, helping the kids with homework, or having family conversations at the kitchen island.
For a smooth-running household, preparation is everything. Investing in the right healthy kitchen cookware, non-toxic appliances, and time-saving tools can make your daily workflow so much easier.
Some of the items listed below can be big-ticket investments, but they are absolutely worth it. You may be asking, where is the microwave? We actually gave ours away many years ago! It was tough at the beginning, but we got through it, and we now forget that almost every home uses one daily. I even bought an air fryer and gave it away after researching the materials used in it.
Browse the categories below to find the exact tools and cookware that have survived our busy family kitchen.
The Paleo Pantry Essentials
Before you worry about pots and pans, you need to make sure your pantry is stocked with the right ingredients. Having the basics on hand prevents you from ordering takeout on busy nights.
Our Favorite Healthy Kitchen Cookware
There are thousands of pots and pans on the market, but most of them are coated in cheap, toxic chemicals that flake into your food. These are the three types of cookware that have actually survived years of heavy use in our home.
- HexClad Commercial Line Review: My absolute favorite hybrid pan. You get the sear of stainless steel with the easy cleanup of non-stick. (And yes, you can use metal utensils on it!).
- All-Clad Stainless Steel Review: The indestructible backbone of our kitchen. We have had our beginner set for over a decade, and they still look brand new.
- Cast Iron Pros and Cons: The old-school classic. It takes a little effort to maintain and season, but it is the best affordable, non-toxic option available.
- HexClad vs All-Clad: Which Should You Buy? (Comparison guide coming soon!)
Kitchen Appliances & Tools
We try to keep our countertops as clear as possible, so an appliance has to be truly life-changing to earn a spot in our kitchen.
- The Best Non-Toxic Cutting Boards for Meat (Review coming soon!)
- Our Favorite High-Speed Blender for Paleo Smoothies (Review coming soon!)
- Essential Paleo Cookbooks for Busy Weeknights (List coming soon!)