Your Guide to Thriving with Low Vision—From Someone Who’s Been There.
Cooking should be enjoyable, empowering, and safe—no matter your level of vision. The Cook with Confidence section is dedicated to practical, real-world tips and tools for visually impaired home cooks. Here, I share my personal adaptations, favorite kitchen products, and strategies that make everyday cooking more accessible. Whether you’re exploring small appliances like air fryers and Instant Pots, learning how to label your kitchen for ease, or just looking for ideas to simplify your meal prep, you’ll find inspiration and solutions to help you cook with confidence.
Uncrimping the Mystery: A Simple Kitchen Tool That Matters More Than You Think- The Best Can Openers For Low Vision It’s funny how something as small as a can opener can turn into a daily source of frustration—or freedom. If you’re cooking with low vision, even a basic task like opening a can can feel … Read more
When I first started adapting to vision loss, the kitchen quickly turned into one of the most frustrating rooms in my home. I’d reach for a container of flour and wonder—was it really flour… or was it sugar again? Worse, when I grabbed the smaller baking items like baking soda, baking powder, and cornstarch, I … Read more
Push-Pull Oven Rulers: A Simple, Safe Kitchen Tool I Actually Use If you’ve ever burned your hand adjusting an oven rack, you know how much of a hassle it can be—especially if you’re working with low vision. One of the simplest tools I’ve added to my kitchen is a push-pull oven ruler. It’s not fancy, … Read more
Baking has never been my specialty, but with four kids to feed (now all grown), I’ve certainly made my share of sweet treats — usually with a little help from a favorite fudge brownie mix or a ready-to-bake cookie pack. I’ve always leaned on box mixes for their speed and simplicity. As my vision changed, … Read more
When I first started adapting my kitchen for low vision, I wasn’t sure about the toaster oven. It seemed like just another gadget with too many buttons and not enough tactile feedback. But with a few personal strategies—and some trial and error—I’ve made it one of the most useful tools in my low vision kitchen. … Read more
When I first started using a slow cooker, I realized it might be the perfect appliance for a low vision kitchen. Unlike other gadgets with lots of buttons and settings, the slow cooker keeps things simple: one pot, a couple of settings, and a lot of flexibility. It became my go-to choice for safe, confidence-building … Read more
When I first thought about getting an air fryer, I wasn’t sure it was going to work for me. The idea of navigating tiny buttons, small text, and different cooking times felt like one more kitchen challenge that might be more frustrating than helpful. But as I started learning how to adapt it to my … Read more