Where to begin!?

leigh starleigh star Raw Newbie

Hello all!!! I am very happy to have found you all and this lovely site! I am a bit “green” when it comes to what tools/equipment I may or may not be needing to begin my raw journey. I can’t afford to buy items like a high end F.P. or juicer, and am not exactly sure what I need to get started. Any tips out there as to what equipment I will actually be best off with and what I really need? Thanks everyone, I look forward to hearing from you! Take care, Leigh

Comments

  • Leigh, first hello. The two things I use most are my blender and Food processor. My blender is a $30 hamilton beach smoothie maker…NOT a vita mix but it will work for now… and the F.P. I just happened to get a nice 7cup cuisanart at a yard sale 2yrs ago for $20 what a steal….So keep an eye out you never know what you’ll find. however I have seen them for around $90 during the holiday season at several stores, do you have a Tuesday Mornings in your neck of the woods? I know 90 is still a big chunk but compared to a $300 vita mix or $250 juicer it is one of the cheaper investments. I also use my dehydrator to make diffrent breads (sweet and savory), crackers, burgers, and fruit leathers for all kinds of fun and tastey treats. But honestly smoothies, salads, and choped fruits and veggies are basic, simple, quick, easy, and delicous. So just use your imagination (this site really helps to spark that creativeness in us all).

  • leigh starleigh star Raw Newbie

    Wow!!! Thank you so very much RawAlla, tsunrisea and joesc for all your much needed and helpful words! i feel quite blessed to be a part of this community! Cheers!

  • Keep an eye out in thrift stores. You never know what will show up. Also, ask everyone you know if they have the items you’re looking for that they’re not using anymore. I once bought a Vitamix for $75 that way. Also try Ebay or craigslist. The best thing that helped me stay raw was Jennifer Cornbleet’s book, Raw Food Made Easy for 1 or 2 People. Wonderful and super easy recipes and all you need is a food processor and a blender to make any of them. ~Joan

Sign In or Register to comment.