News 5 Kitchen Tools That Ree Drummond Can't Live Without Find out what tools the Pioneer Woman absolutely needs in her kitchen to create delicious meals. By Alex Loh Alex Loh Alex Loh is EatingWell's associate food editor. As part of the food team, she creates healthy, delicious recipes for the EatingWell audience. Alex also writes informative food and cooking articles that range from how to store ground beef to the best picks from Trader Joe's. Alex conducts product and taste tests to find the best options, from salad spinners to salsas. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on April 14, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. Photo: Getty Images / NBC Ree Drummond, host of The Pioneer Woman on Food Network, is known for her rustic and delicious approach to cooking. Whether it's a cheesy appetizer or carrot fries with ketchupy ranch, it's safe to say we're big fans of the meals Drummond whips up. But no successful meal can be made without the help of some kitchen tools. So when EatingWell got the chance to chat with the Pioneer Woman via email, we asked about the kitchen gadgets she can't live without. Check out Drummond's five must-have tools—plus, shop the picks so you can recreate recipes like creamy broccoli carbonara and this 4-ingredient appetizer in your own kitchen. Ina Garten Says She Can't Live Without These 5 Kitchen Tools 5 Kitchen Tools That Ree Drummond Loves A Nakiri-Style Knife Drummond says, "I have to have a great knife and cutting board!" And while there are plenty of styles to choose from, Drummond opts for a nakiri-style signature knife, which has a straight, symmetrical edge. This classic Japanese-style knife is Drummond's "go-to piece of cutlery." The Pioneer Woman Signature Knife Amazon Buy Now Buy it: Walmart, $6 A Cutting Board No knife is complete without a sturdy cutting board to use it on! This wood cutting board from Drummond's collection is perfect for chopping, slicing, dicing and more. (And when you're done cooking, learn how to clean your cutting board.) The Pioneer Woman Cowboy Rustic Acacia Wood Cutting Board Walmart Buy Now Buy it: Walmart, $23 All-Purpose Slotted Spatula A spatula is a handy tool when it comes to sautéing, flipping and more. For Drummond, this tool comes in handy whenever she makes her go-to weeknight dinner, which consists of a pan-fried protein and a side of stir-fried veggies. The Pioneer Woman Sweet Rose 3-Piece Kitchen Tool Set Walmart Buy Now Buy it: Walmart, $17 Slow Cooker An easy slow-cooker meal is perfect for any weeknight, and it comes in handy for Drummond and her family on the ranch. Drummond's collection features plenty of gorgeous floral slow cookers that would look great on any table. The Pioneer Woman Fiona Floral 6-Quart Portable Slow Cooker Walmart Buy Now Buy it: Walmart, $40 Wooden Spoons Drummond says, "you can't beat a canister of old tried-and-true wooden spoons," and we couldn't agree more. A wooden spoon is great for using with a cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven as it won't scratch the surface. The Pioneer Woman Rustic Olive Wood Spoon Walmart Buy Now Buy it: Walmart, $6 Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit