Studio Essentials - Leland Ave Studios

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These are the tools, books, and supplies that make my creative spaces work. Everything listed here lives in my kitchen, garden, or studio.

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18″ x 24″ Green Double-Sided, Self-Healing Rotary Mat

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Barefoot Contessa Family Style

Ever wish you could make family meals that everyone actually looks forward to? This is Ina's guide to making that happen.
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Easy Weeknight Dinners: 100 Fast, Flavor-Packed Meals for Busy People Who Still Want Something Good to Eat

This cookbook lives up to its name! Of the recipes I've tried so far, they've been (relatively) quick, packed with flavor, and absolutely delicious. I kid you not, my son actually moaned after biting into the Chicken Katsu.
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Half Baked Harvest Every Day: Recipes for Balanced, Flexible, Feel-Good Meals: A Cookbook

If you've ever drooled over Tieghan's Instagram posts (who hasn't?), Half Baked Harvest Every Day brings all that cozy, colorful magic right into your kitchen. And the recipes are extremely doable!
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Half Baked Harvest: Quick & Cozy

I you loved Tieghan's first book, this one is a solid follow-up. If you are a fan of bacon-y, cheesey, ooey-gooey tastiness, this book is going to be your new best friend.
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HORL 2 Walnut Rolling Knife Sharpener

Okay, this is definitely a splurge, but hear me out - it's the first knife sharpener I've used that actually makes me feel like I know what I'm doing. Plus, it looks gorgeous enough to leave out on your counter!
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Hot Sheet: Sweet and Savory Sheet Pan Recipes for Every Day and Celebrations

Let me introduce you to your new best friend in the kitchen - the humble sheet pan. This book will revolutionize how you think about easy cooking (and cleanup!)
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James Beard’s American Cookery

This cookbook is a classic when it comes to American cuisine. First published in 1972, it's more than just a collection of recipes - it's a culinary history lesson that continues to influence how I understand and approach cooking.
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Large Composite Wood Cutting Board
Easy to clean and dishwasher safe.

Durable and heat resistant.

Protects knives and resists scars.

Convenient hanging hole.

Eco-friendly and food safe.
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OLFA 45mm Ergonomic Rotary Cutter

Ultra sharp. Easy squeeze handle exposes the blade and self-retracts for safety. The curved handle keeps your hand from getting tired, and the anti-slip grip keeps the tool firmly in your hand. Quick and easy blade replacement. Great for accurate cutting.

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OXO Good Grips Soft-Handled Manual Can Opener
Large, comfortable handles take the pain out of opening cans

Features big, cushioned handles for a non slip grip, even when wet

Oversized knob turns easily to take the hard work out of opening cans

Sharp cutting wheel is made of sturdy stainless steel

Includes a built in bottle opener

Hand Wash only
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OXO Good Grips Swivel Vegetable Peeler
Swiveling twin blades with flexible action easily peel potatoes, apples and other tough skinned fruits and vegetables

Soft, oversized handle designed for repetitive strokes

Comfortable non slip grip, even when wet

Built-in potato eye remover

Large hole in handle for easy storage

Dishwasher safe

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The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook

Before Ina was a Food Network star, she wrote this gem. It's like having the best of her Hamptons store right in your kitchen. I can't tell you how many recipes I've made from this book, but the stained pages speak for themselves.
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The Modern Proper: Simple Dinners for Every Day

Can we talk about how this cookbook rocks? Holly Erickson and Natalie Mortimer get it - sometimes you just need dinner on the table without a huge hassle. The recipes in this book are easy to shop for, quick to assemble (each recipe includes prep time, cook time and tags such as "gluten free", "vegetarian" and "kid-friendly"), and best of all -- tasty!
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The Silver Spoon

Look, I know this book looks intimidating (it's basically the Italian cooking bible), but trust me - once you get past its size, it's like having an Italian nonna in your kitchen teaching you all her secrets.
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What to Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking

This book is so useful! I haven't owned it for very long and it's already become my go-to cookbook for realistic meal planning. The approachable recipes are quick, convenient, and delicious! Even on busy days I know I can pull it from the shelf and get inspired to use something from the cupboard or the fridge.

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What’s Gaby Cooking: Eat What You Want: 125 Recipes for Real Life

Ever wish you had that one friend who could make healthy-ish cooking actually fun? That's Gaby. Her recipes are like a permission slip to enjoy food without the guilt trip.
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