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What we cook with

The short list of tools behind the recipes on Rise Nearly. Nothing here is sponsored; each one is on the list because it gets used.

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Essentials

Digital kitchen scale

Muffins, pancakes, and doughs all come out the same when the flour is weighed.

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Nonstick griddle pan

Six pancakes at a time. Breakfast for four is one batch instead of three.

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12-cup muffin pan

Heavy, light-coloured metal for even browning. Silicone bakes pale.

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Waffle maker

For the waffle recipes. A Belgian-style plate gives the deep pockets.

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Nice to have

Not needed for any recipe here, but each one makes a job easier.

Half sheet pans

Sheet pan eggs, granola, and baked oatmeal for the week.

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Whisk, balloon style

Lump-free batters and fluffy eggs. Silicone coated for nonstick pans.

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