What kitchen items are actually worth the cost?

We asked a professional chef to share her top five picks.

There are plenty of options on the market and Vitamix, Cuisinart, and KitchenAid are all great!

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This cordless immersion blender from KitchenAid has five different attachments, including ones to make soup and smoothies.

Shop now:KitchenAid Pro Line Hand Blender, $269

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Plus, I can use the blender for smoothies, sauces, and more.

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Mimi Williams is the executive chef and owner of Counterpart Vegan in Los Angeles and consultant at Bardonna in Santa Monica

And while its certainly a splurge, you cant go wrong with a Vitamix.

I actually use a baking pan for dehydrating vegetables and fruits.

Theres nothing I love more than kale chips, Williams says.

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Shop now:Great Jones Holy Sheet, $35

4.

A quality set of pots and pans for all of your stovetop cooking needs.

Cuisinart has lasted throughout the years, Williams says.

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Shop now:Cuisinart Pro Stainless Steel Cookware Set, $299

5.

People often overlook the value of cheesecloth…

I use my cheesecloth for making nut-based milks and cheeses.

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Mimi Williams is the executive chef and owner of Counterpart Vegan in Los Angeles and consultant at Bardonna in Santa Monica

It is so helpful in straining out the milk, Williams says.

(Also its handy to have in case you run out of coffee filters.)

This cheesecloth has a 4.6 star rating on Amazon and nearly 17k reviews.

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Shop now:Regency Wraps Cheesecloth, $9

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