You don't need a million kitchen gadgets - just the essentials!

<p>One of the most exciting things about heading off to university is the freedom and independence that comes with living away from home. Students might not miss squabbling with siblings over who gets to use the shower first or having to tidy their rooms when they don't want to, but they're sure to miss all those home cooked meals (perhaps not at first but takeaways <em>will </em>get boring eventually!). </p><p>Whether students are sharing a kitchen in halls or moving into their very first flat with mates, here's a handy list of kitchen essentials for those late night pasta dinners, early morning caffeine hits and all the meals in between. In this clever guide, we've rounded up some obvious contenders, like mugs for tea and a can opener for all those tins of beans, plus a few items that you don't think that you'll <em>really</em> need but will definitely come in handy, like an ice cream scoop and placemats Discover 12 kitchen essentials for students below. </p><h2>Mug stack</h2><p><img alt="george-home-mug-stack" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/george-home-mug-stack_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Chances are that your new kitchen will be on the smaller side, so save space with this pretty <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/cups-mugs/george-home-geo-mug-stack-set-of-4/001499429,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M08G08C07S01&utm_source=goodliving&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home-ideas-home-accessories-university-kitchen-essentials" target="_blank">mug stack.</a> The different Scandi-inspired geo prints mean that you'll have no trouble remember which cup was yours if you put it down! </p><h2>Dinner set</h2><p><img alt="george-home-dinner-set" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/george-home-dinner-set_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Brighten up a dreary kitchen with some <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george-home-neptune-dinner-set/001492856,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M08G08C14S03&utm_source=goodliving&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home-ideas-home-accessories-university-kitchen-essentials" target="_blank">colourful plates and bowls</a>. With four dinner plates, four smaller plates and four bowls, you'll have everything you need to dish up a feast with new friends &ndash; try this quick and easy <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/no-knead-sour-dough-pizza" target="_blank">no-knead sour-dough pizza recipe</a> that's a real crowd-pleaser.</p><h2>Chopping board</h2><p><img alt="wooden-chopping-boards" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/wooden-chopping-boards_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Here's a handy tip &ndash; get two chopping boards and use one for meats and the other for fresh produce like bread and veggies. And these <a href="http://direct.asda.com/George-Home-Wood-Chopping-Boards-2pk/001453138,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M08G08C01&utm_source=goodliving&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home-ideas-home-accessories-university-kitchen-essentials" target="_blank">wooden ones</a> are especially useful as they can double up as serving platters for parties!</p><h2>Can opener </h2><p><img alt="can-opener" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/can-opener_GL?scl=1"></p><p>A sturdy <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/george-home/black-1-touch-can-opener/001437920,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M08G08C01&utm_source=goodliving&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home-ideas-home-accessories-university-kitchen-essentials" target="_blank">can opener</a> is an absolute must-have kitchen tool, but don't limit yourself to only eating beans on toast all year. Try this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/jacket-potatoes-with-cheats-boston-baked-beans" target="_blank">jacket potatoes with cheat's Boston baked beans recipe</a> or this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/aubergines-stuffed-with-beans-cheese" target="_blank">aubergine stuffed with beans and cheese</a> instead. </p><h2>George Home Fast Boil Kettle </h2><p><img alt="george-home-fast-boiling-kettle" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/george-home-fast-boiling-kettle_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Got an early morning lecture? You'll need a strong cuppa to wake you up. The <a href="http://direct.asda.com/George-Home-3kW-Fast-Boil-Kettle-With-1-Cup-Boil---Various-Colours/GHFastBoilKettleMASTER,default,pd.html?utm_source=goodliving&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home-ideas-home-accessories-university-kitchen-essentials" target="_blank">George Home Fast Boil Kettle</a> was awarded a Which? Best Buy and comes with a rapid boil function so that you can get your hot drink in a flash (no excuses for coming late to class then!). </p><h2>Food storers</h2><p><img alt="george-home-food-storers" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/george-home-food-storers_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Sticking to a student budget can be difficult so make sure that no food goes to waste with these handy <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/kitchen-storage/george-home-clip-lid-food-storers-set-of-4/001401024,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M08G08C10&utm_source=goodliving&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home-ideas-home-accessories-university-kitchen-essentials" target="_blank">food storage containers</a>. They're perfect for storing last night's dinner for today's lunch. </p><h2>Ice cream scoop</h2><p><img alt="ice-cream-scoop" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/ice-cream-scoop_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Late night study sessions will be so much more fun with an ice cream sundae party! Use this <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/asda-webstore/landing/home.shtml?utm_source=goodliving&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home-ideas-home-accessories-university-kitchen-essentials#/product/1000000465752" target="_blank">ice cream scoop</a> to dish up creamy goodness that will give you the energy you need to keep studying. Don't have any ice cream in the freezer? Try this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/banana-ice-cream-recipe" target="_blank">easy banana ice cream recipe</a> that only needs four ingredients! </p><h2>Set of pots</h2><p><img alt="set-of-pots" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/set-of-pots_GL?scl=1"></p><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/tag/pasta" target="_blank">Pastas</a>, soups, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/tag/curry" target="_blank">curries</a> - these are are the staple meals of uni living so every student needs at least one cooking pot, or better yet - three! Check out this fetching<a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/george-home/George-Home-Set-Of-Three-Aluminium-Saucepan-Set-Red/001466830,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M08G08C01&utm_source=goodliving&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home-ideas-home-accessories-university-kitchen-essentials" target="_blank"> set of pots here.</a> </p><h2>Tea towels</h2><p><img alt="tea-towels" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/tea-towels_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Along with that newfound independence comes responsibility, like keeping your kitchen space nice and tidy! These <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/textiles/george-home-multi-tea-towels-pack-of-5/001401248,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M08G08C15&utm_source=goodliving&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home-ideas-home-accessories-university-kitchen-essentials" target="_blank">tea towels</a> are perfect for soaking up spills, drying dishes or removing hot pans from the oven. </p><h2>Placemats and coasters</h2><p><img alt="placemats-and-coasters" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/placemats-and-coasters_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Alright, so it's not exactly a kitchen essential but if you want to get your rent deposit back then it's a good idea to keep cooking stains and mug marks down to a minimum - these <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/george-home/denby-everyday-black-stripes-placemats-coasters/001450569,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M08G08C01&utm_source=goodliving&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home-ideas-home-accessories-university-kitchen-essentials" target="_blank">placemats and coasters</a> should do the trick. </p><h2>Measuring cups</h2><p><img alt="copper-measuring-cups" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/copper-measuring-cups_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Friends birthday coming up? Surprise them with a homemade cake (psst... it's needn't be difficult - <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/james-martin-sponge-cake" target="_blank">try this sponge cake recipe</a>) using these <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/baking/george-home-copper-effect-measuring-cups-set-of-4/001401710,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M08G08C02&utm_source=goodliving&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home-ideas-home-accessories-university-kitchen-essentials" target="_blank">measuring cups</a>. Here's a handy tip - coat measuring cups with a bit of oil to make sure sticky liquids like honey slide right off. Discover <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/article/food-hacks-for-kitchen-preparation" target="_blank">more genius cooking hacks here.</a> </p><p><em>Pick up all these kitchen essentials and more from <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/clothing/10,default,sc.html?utm_source=goodliving&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home-ideas-home-accessories-university-kitchen-essentials" target="_blank">George at Asda</a>. </em></p>

Your SOS Kitchen Survival Kit

By Asda Good Living,15th September 2016

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