insideKENT Magazine Issue 34 - January 2015 | Page 40

FOOD+DRINK healthy kitchen gadgets Make healthy eating light work this New Year by investing in one of these genius kitchen gadgets. Not only will they help you to cook smarter, but they are convenient and easy to use too. 1 3 2 4 5 6 1) Microplane Herb Mill Microplane's easy-to-use Herb Mill cuts fresh herbs such as parsley, dill, cilantro, sage and mint with hundreds of tiny scissors without tearing or bruising. All it takes is a twist. £30 www.selfridges.com 2) OXO Good Grips Mandoline Slicer Promising great results every time, this mandoline slicer comes in stylish white with a superior stainless steel blade. Perfect for preparing all of your favourite recipes, this slicer delivers perfect, even results every time. £15 www.debenhams.com 3) Marcato Atlas Light Alloy 150 Pasta-Maker Machine This fabulous pasta-making machine offers a smooth turning action for ease, plus 10 thickness settings with a pull out and twist selector for precision. It even includes patented anodised aluminium rollers, which will help to stop the pasta from sticking. £89 www.amazon.co.uk 4) Intellisteam Food Steamer Perfect for family cooking, the 8.2-litre Intellisteam from Morphy Richards boasts an intelligent timer, which ensures that all of your steamed ingredients are perfectly cooked and that the whole meal is ready to serve at the same time. £99.99 www.morphyrichards.co.uk 40 5) Family 5-Portion Grill A kitchen must-have, the George Foreman Family 5-Portion Grill with removable plates is the ideal appliance for making a grilled cheese sandwich, cooking burgers, chicken, and more. Its popular, innovative design also drains away excess fat, without sacrificing taste or succulence. £64.99 www.georgeforeman.co.uk 6) Sistema Soup-to-Go Mug This mug is a perfect way to transport, store and heat soup, noodles, and hot drinks. The durable polypropylene container helps to keep food warmer and fresher for longer, and gives you a ready-made container for the microwave to reheat and eat your healthy soup £5.50 www.johnlewis.com