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1. A set of super convenient sheet pan dividers so you can cook everything at once without having to worry about oils or flavors spilling over (and easy removal if one thing is done sooner 👏🏾). As a bonus, these dividers are nonstick and dishwasher safe, too!
Prep'd is a small business that was founded in 2015 by two industrial engineers who believed cooking should be simple, easy, and ultimately fun.
Promising review: "A kitchen staple...These are great for so many reasons. We're in a mixed gluten household (one person has celiac and is diabetic, but we are not all doing a gluten-free diet). We can portion control and separate out gluten-free vs none on one pan. Plus, cleanup is just throwing in the dishwasher!" —J Fans
Get a set of four from Amazon for $23.99.
2. A veggie chopper, slicer, and spiralizer since chopping by hand takes waaay too much time. With this kitchen gadget, you can quickly and easily chop up veggies, fruit for your favorite holiday desserts, and even ice in a flash.
It comes with a small-dice blade, large-dice blade, spiral blade, and ribbon blade that are interchangeable and gives you the option to chop, slice, and julienne vegetables. Plus, you get a lid with a built-in chop and a storage container to hold the veggies.
Promising review: "I’ve had this for a couple of months now, and it makes my life SOOOOO much easier. Anything I’ve thrown at it, it’s sliced with ease. Tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, onions, celery, carrots...EASY! I even use to chop the eggs when I make potato salad now since it’s so easy and makes perfect slices...What used to take me three to four mins chopping up an onion and then a face full of ruined makeup, now takes less than one minute and no makeup ruined. The blades are SHARP, definitely be careful when removing them. But the lock on the tray makes it easy and so far I haven’t hurt myself with it. Typically, I’ll use it and then rinse out the top and put it in the dishwasher. It’s been through on the top rack well over 20 times now and still looks brand new. If something ever happens to this one, I’ll be back to get another one. It saves me so much time when cooking dinner!" —Macygrey09
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in four sizes and three colors).
3. A satisfying batter scooper that features a sliding plunger so your holiday cookies and other treats are more uniform in size and less messy in the process. You're going to have Bake Off-level desserts with way less effort!
It's dishwasher-safe!
Promising reviews: "Saw a video of this product on TikTok and knew I had to get it for our kitchen! Makes it a breeze to fill muffin liners!!" —Amazon Customer
"I can’t say enough good things about this little tool! It changed my cupcake game forever! No mess and uniform sized cupcakes every time." —Jillip
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in pink and blue).
4. An electric wine opener for quick and easy access, whether the wine is for cooking or for sipping. Either way, it'll be used numerous times during your holiday party! The modern and sleek design makes it stylish enough to sit right on top of your kitchen counter, too.
Promising review: "Luxurious look. This product has a fancy design and is super quiet! It's easy to use, and within seconds you will have wine ready to pour. Hassle free and a neat way to open bottles of wine. It lights up blue, easy to recharge, and most definitely a good product to give as a gift." —Babi Gendut
Get it from Amazon for $23.99.
5. Slow cooker liners because while your famous cheesy spinach and artichoke dip may be delicious, it'll be a hard task getting it out without some scrubbing. And wouldn't you rather relax after your hosting duties? These amazing liners ensure for quick and easy cleanup, and can handle everything from chunky chili to marinated meat.
Promising reviews: "I been using this brand for a while now... I own a Kitchen Aid slow cooker and this fits well over the ceramic pot. I cook many recopies on high, med, low, and keep warm. I use them all and this bag never fails me...With this liner, the cleanup is zero for the pot and you only need to wash your slow cooker lid. So easy and it's one of the greatest inventions. I'm new to slow cooking but have used this liners from day one. I would hate to clean a large heavy ceramic pot with food all stuck on the bottom. My worst nightmare. I give this product 5 STARS." —Triple Bogie
Get a box of six liners from Amazon for $3.18 (available in small or regular sizes and 5, 6, or 48 counts).
6. A sous vide precision cooker for a restaurant-quality meal at home, minus all of the effort. This cooker can be controlled right from your phone and even provides cooking notifications from up to 30 feet away! Multitasking has never been so easy.
The temperature range is 32–197 degrees Fahrenheit. Plus, you get access to over 1,000 recipes, so you'll have inspiration for yummy meals!
Promising reviews: "After years of hearing about how great sous vide cooking is I finally pulled the trigger on this unit and it really does live up to the hype. Super easy to set up and the app provides a ton of recipes to use." —PL
"Since I started cooking sous vide, my family says my cooking has gone to a new level. I started with the original Anova, and just recently picked up this Nano. The Nano is awesome because it's much smaller vs. the first Anova, making it easier to store in a drawer or something. It sounds trivial but by making it easier to grab. Setup is so much quicker, and I can cook a beef roast for 30 hours without adding ANY water. If you're just starting out in sous vide, I recommend this cooker." —Jeff Nichols
Get it from Amazon for $89.98.
7. A kitchen measurement conversion magnet to have on hand (or fridge) so you don't have to keep constantly looking up how many ounces are in half a cup. Saving time on little things is half the battle! This is especially helpful when you're doubling a recipe for party guests.
Based in Plymouth, Massachusetts, 1620 Designs is a small biz making assorted laser-cut and engraved items for home and business use.
Promising review: "It's handy in my kitchen. Helps when I’m cooking and I have to include different measurements." —Scotty Tew
Get it from 1620 Designs on Amazon Handmade for $10.99.
8. An enameled, cast-iron Le Creuset Dutch Oven you'll be cooking your holiday roasts and homemade bread in for years to come. (Seriously, reviewers say they last forever!) It's easy to clean and won't chip or crack even after years of use.
Promising reviews: "Best cooking item I've ever bought. It really pays to buy the absolute best sometimes, and this is it in Dutch ovens. I've used it at least twice a week since I bought it. It's such a delight to use." —Consuela S., Sur La Table customer
"A must-have for your kitchen. Beautiful, high quality. Even temperatures and great for roasting anything. So easy to clean also. The hardest decision is the color and size!" —Gail C., Sur La Table customer
Get a 5.5 qt. from Sur La Table for $335.96+ (originally $419.95; available in 14 colors) or from Amazon for $419.95+ (available in 14 colors).
9. A handheld mixer complete with three different attachments for whisking, frothing, and blending. The design is fully electric with a copper motor, which means no tired arms when you're making your favorite dishes. It also features an ergonomic, comfy, nonslip handle!
Reviewers use this handheld blender for everything from making salsa and soups to beating eggs and frothing milk for coffee! The possibilities are endless with this kitchen gadget.
Promising reviews: "I got this after my old stand blender burned out while I was grinding oatmeal. I thought a stick blender would be able to work through dry ingredients a little better and keep from overheating. I'm happy to say that is the case. This little thing is very powerful for its size and really chops whatever you set it to. Its easy to assemble, disassemble, and clean and works great... Some people have commented that you can only use this for a minute at a time, trust me that is plenty. It is meant to be more of a pulsing blender and you move it around enough that a minute of actual operation will likely work through whatever you are blending." —Clara
"I LOVE it! I've intended to get a hand blender for years and finally just did it. I looked at ones that were much more expensive and was worried that this would be cheaply made (because you often get what you pay for). However, I have been pleasantly surprised with this one. At 500 watts it has serious power and it is super easy to use. I made tomato soup and it blended it in under a minute, then I just popped the bottom off and washed it! Super simple. Super happy with my purchase!" —amazonaddicted
"Worked great, feels sturdy, took on boiling temperature to blend, but the top of the shaft stayed cool. Great buy!" —Nol
Get it from Amazon for $34.97.
10. AND a StirMate automatic pot stirrer that'll serve as your personal sous-chef during the hectic holiday season. While you're serving appetizers and being the amazing host you are, this gadget has your other food courses covered.
The device self-adjusts to fit pots from 6–12 inches in diameter and 3–9 inches in depth. The motor will stir for up to 13 hours per charge and then only takes 30 minutes to recharge.
Promising review: "I have used this almost daily for two years! I make jam, which requires a lot of constant stirring. This product is my MVP! Jam is a hot bubbling sticky mess. Stirmate keeps it moving while I gather my jars. It saves my arm from soreness and burns. It cleans up easily. The arm goes in the dishwasher and I wipe the motor down. I don’t normally write reviews but this product has exceeded my expectations." —tracy k.
Get it from Amazon for $69.57.
11. An oil mister to effortlessly spritz every inch of your food while cooking. There'll be no more hand-tossing to make sure every part is covered, AND it helps your oil last much, much longer. YAS!
Promising reviews: "I’m obsessed with this sprayer!! I think I want to buy a few more because they’re the perfect size and so versatile! 1) The main selling point was how stylish and classy they look… It really upgrades the look of the the typical oil sprays, and makes it look expensive!! 2) It saves a lot of money in the long run! Goodbye the days of me buying $4 olive oil spray and throwing away the canister with about a months use. I can use a giant jug of olive oil for maybe $15 and use this spray to refill about 10 times!! 3) The way it sprays is honestly flawless. The size is perfect to me, small enough to fit with the spices in the spice cabinet but not too small because it can still probably last a good while." —Monica
"This is a great item for lightly spraying salads, roasting vegetables, or adding some oil to a prepared plate of pasta. Avoids using more oil than necessary so that’s a saving right there. I also use it to put a light coating of oil on all my cast iron cookware to prevent rust. Best of all, it looks great on the dinner table. Lots of uses which really makes it an asset in the kitchen. It seems that it should last a while so I think it is worth the few bucks spent." —Clancy
Get it from Amazon for $11.97 (available in two colors).
12. A Thaw Claw that'll defrost meat seven times faster than the classic (and patience-testing) way. All you have to do is suction it to your sink, fill the sink with water, and then put the frozen food under the claw. Say goodbye to needing to thaw out your turkey at breakfast time!
Plus, this Black-owned and invented product fits in all sinks no matter the size or type.
Promising review: "A package of frozen meat would have taken at least two days to thaw in the fridge. I used this for a 2-pound package a couple of days ago, and the meat was thawed within 90 minutes. One of the most practical kitchen gadgets I own." —Llda Schellhase
Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in four colors).
13. A rapid egg cooker for those who *love* holiday deviled eggs! This will get you your favorite appetizers in record time.
It also features an auto-shutoff function! It can boil up to six eggs at a time, poach up to two eggs at a time, or make an omelet! There's a poaching tray, omelet tray, a six-egg holder tray, a measuring cup, a recipe book, and access to a recipe database. All nonelectric parts are dishwasher-safe!
BuzzFeed's own Samantha Wieder absolutely loves this egg cooker:
"I love cooking, I really do, but there are two very inconvenient times that my cooking laziness strikes, and that is first thing in the morning when I wake up, and at the end of the day when it's time for dinner. Thankfully, in the morning, I now have this rapid egg cooker which allows me to make soft-, medium-, or hard-boiled eggs, poached eggs, or an omelet, all without having to stand over the stove.
It's also a great way to whip up a high-protein snack during the day when you're busy with work, school, or just in the middle of a very important Netflix binge. The egg maker will let out a sound when your eggs are cooked, and then, all you have to do is enjoy them!"
Promising review: "I didn't believe the hype until I bought it for myself. My boiled eggs come out perfect EVERY TIME. Trust me, this is not one of those kitchen products you buy to make life easier that just ends up sitting on top of the cabinet collecting dust. If you are a deviled egg/hard-boiled egg/omelet lover, YOU NEED THIS." —M. Brown
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in seven colors).
14. An expandable colander so you don't have to have a clear sink to wash your fruits and veggies. The expandable handles ensure it fits your sink no matter the size. And when hosting holiday parties, you should definitely take all the counter space you can get!
This colander can expand from 14.5–19.5 inches. It's top-rack dishwasher safe as well!
Promising review: "I’m obsessed with this. I leave it in my sink always. It makes washing fruits or draining pasta so much easier and has such a simple cleanup. It also adds a nice pop of color to my kitchen. I highly recommend it." —Alyssa
Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in six colors and in two-packs).
15. Or a genius clip-on strainer that'll fit *any* size pot or pan you're cooking with! TL;DR: It's time to throw out that bulky colander for this kitchen gem.
Fellow BuzzFeed editor Abby Kass loves this strainer:
"I recently picked one of these up, and it is such a game-changer. I have hated using a colander so much. It's so bulky, hard to use, and takes SO much time to clean. This solves all those problems. I've clipped it on various pots and pans, and it fits every single one. It makes it ridiculously easy to strain the water out of the pasta and even the excess fat from ground beef. I'm throwing my old colander away because it will never be used now that I have this genius tool!"
Promising review: "Such a little thing can make all the difference! I use this daily on many different-sized pots, and it always works great. Easy clean-up, too! Love it so much that I have given it to friends — they look at me like this is a crazy gift but they end up really liking it." —KacieJayne
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in five colors).
16. An under-cabinet lid opener because playing host is *a lot* and there will undoubtedly be a time when your hands full, tired, and unable to get the dang olives open. This will open your twist-capped food and beverages with ~ease~.
Read our full EZ Off jar opener review here.
Promising review: "This thing really works. I don't have to use a gripper and hot water anymore — just a quick twist under the cabinet! I use it almost daily without any problem. Recommend without reservation." —Michelle H.
Get it from Amazon for $12.74.
17. A set of colorful dinnerware for making your glorious holiday dinner (and reheated leftovers) taste even better. You've got your choice of pretty pastels, bold yellows, and muted earth tones.
The 16-piece set ($184) includes pasta bowls, cereal bowls, salad plates, and dinner plates — four of each! You've also got the option to snag matching mugs and pinch bowls (perfect for snacking!).
Promising reviews: "I could not be more pleased with this set. You get all the usual essentials with the addition of the hearty pasta bowl, which I absolutely love. This set is worth every penny and more." —Und3adcadav3r!
"I've been wanting to upgrade my dinnerware for some time now and fell in love with these online. I bought these in grey, blush and olive and I love how all the different colors look together on the table. Plates are a nice weight and actually a little larger than I anticipated. On my own, I'll likely use the salad plates more than the dinner plates. Overall very happy with my new more grown-up dinnerware :)" —Lisa
Get it from Food52 for $40+ (each item available in sets of four, full set is 16 pieces).
18. And for a crowd-pleasing party trick — a culinary blow torch perfect for desserts, cocktails, and so much more. Don't worry, it comes with a safety lock and has an adjustable flame! This baby isn't just for the pros (although it's guaranteed to make you feel like one).
This kitchen torch is refillable, but note that the butane gas is not included. Make sure to grab a two-pack for $7.
Promising review: "So we needed a torch just for creme brûlée, and this totally did the trick because...1) Turning this on is a breeze, and the lock frees up your hands, which is incredibly welcome when burning things on purpose inside your own house. Controlling the flame, shifting dishes around, ushering the kids faces away from layers of molten sugar. The other comparable models seem to either require a tighter grip to keep the flame going or lacked this easy lock on, unlock-turn off mechanism. 2) The range of intensity is real, even with just a little fluid/fuel left we could still modulate the flame from tiny to flame thrower... 3) Refueling is a no-brainer... 4) This one also looks kinda cool, which doesn't really matter at all, unless you're on your way to becoming a kitchen tool geek (guilty)... In sum, for a mid-grade kitchen torch, this is totally worth leveling up from total budget options." —ShighBrow
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
19. A silicone baking mat that'll prevent food from sticking to the pan, which makes for a much easier clean-up. BTW — reviewers say they're WAY better than parchment paper.
Promising review: "These things are flat-out AMAZING!! Area 51 Tech combined with Eye of Newt Magic Spells!! Unearthly non-stick capability!!! Arcane heat resistance!!! I've cooked fish, rolls, even BACON on these little miracles in the oven. Literally NOTHING hurts them, and everything bakes/cooks up beautifully! About all I haven't tried is taking them outside and testing different rifle rounds against them; but I'm willing to bet they make it at least up to .308. These. Things. Are. AMAZING!!!" —J. Erskine
Get a set of two from Amazon for $10.49.
20. A pair of multi-blade scissors because chopping herbs is the tedious cooking chore that'll trap you in the kitchen rather than socializing with your guests. This holiday season, you'll have a quick, pain-free way to get your ingredients prepped and ready for those delicious, leafy, green-filled meals you've got planned.
Promising review: "I like to grow herbs and use them in salads, soups, and many other recipes. I received these Jenaluca Herb Scissors as a birthday gift, and I can't believe how fast and easy it is to cut up cilantro, basil, parsley, lovage, etc. My husband tried them today too for the first time while making guacamole, and found that slicing the cilantro went very quickly. The storage case-cleaner is very efficiently designed too. I ordered 4 of these sets to give as gifts." —Lucille P. Nawara
Get it from Amazon for $16.49 (available in three colors).
21. A bamboo burner cover perfect for small spaces that need a little extra room for meal prep. Just plop in on top of your stove for a spacious transformation, and remove when you're ready to cook!
BuzzFeed writer Jennifer Tonti credits this burner cover for basically doubling her meal prep space:
"OK so I just bought this for my own tiny apartment (pictured above) and OMG you guys. Life = changed. Food = chopped. Counter space = doubled. I mean the math is all there."
Promising review: "This is so perfect for extra space. It covers the top of my apartment-sized stove so I can then use my stove space for my Instant Pot and food prep. The best space-saving and cosmetic thing I have ever gotten for this tiny apartment." —Talyn Amber Skye
Get it from Amazon for $69.95+ (available in four sizes).
22. A garlic chopper that minces or chops garlic *for you* in seconds. Simply add a few cloves inside, and then use your hand to roll it across your countertop a few times — that's it!
Promising review: "Love! Love! Love the GarlicZoom! Mincing garlic has never been more easy or fun. It makes mince work out of garlic, onion, chilies and herbs. I'm not sure what I love most about this little gadget. Not smelling stinky garlic fingers all night? No burning fingers or eyes from chopping a super hot chile? Or mincing fresh herbs in a blink of an eye. I have a problem wrist from an injury and an arm and hand that suffers from nerve damage. I can still manage to zoom this. When people ask if the can help in the kitchen, this is the chore that I give them and everyone loves it. They think it's the neatest little thing." —Kennedy Collins
Get it from Amazon for $11.95.
23. An Instant Pot 9-in-1 pressure cooker because it really does it all. Perfect for those the cooks with limited space and even better for non-cooks with limited experience. It features 15 pre-programmed and customizable cooking settings for things as simple as soup or rice, to more complicated ventures like slow cooking and sautéing.
This Instant Pot happens to be a #1 best seller with over 36,000 5-star reviews!
Promising reviews: "I thought the hype was just hype, but this is the kitchen tool I didn't know I would love as much as I do. From frozen to cooked chicken while retaining more moisture than any other method I am used to using." —Amanda T.
"If you're wondering if the hype about instant pots is legit, I'm here to tell you that it IS and you need one. It's really helped me since I frequently forget to thaw meat the night before. Also, being able to throw everything in and have a fantastic white chicken chili come out in less than an hour, is just ideal... It came with a little recipe booklet, as well as a cheat sheet of reference times for cooking, which is hugely helpful, since I don't always want to Google for every single thing I cook. It works as a slow cooker, pressure cooker, has a saute function, can cook rice, make yogurt, steam eggs, and basically anything else you want. It's been helpful for me because I've been able to branch out into different meats that I might not normally have the time or know-how to cook properly. If you're stressed about safety, this is reassuring because the directions are very clear, and it locks in. I was really freaked the first time I used it, and knew nothing about pressure cookers or Instant Pots at all the first day....Anyways, the amount of cupboard space this takes up is worth it, and if we had a bigger kitchen I would leave it out all the time on the counter. I love it THAT much." —emrev
Get it from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in three sizes).
24. AND a very handy pressure cooker magnetic cheat sheet set with TONS of useful information like suggested cooking times, liquid ratios, and more. Cooking for a party of any size with an Instant Pot will be so much easier (and faster) with this!
Promising review: "I absolutely love these and having them on the side of my fridge right where I use my Instant Pot makes it so easy to look times up quickly and set the timer. I am so glad I found these." —kim
Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (also available for air fryers).
25. A gorgeous, investment-worthy KitchenAid stand mixer so you can bake to your heart's desire. This baby comes with four attachments that'll allow you to mix dough for Christmas cookies, meringue for your lemon pie, and SO much more.
The 10-speed mixer comes with a flat beater, a coated dough hook, a six-wire whip, a bowl and bowl lid, and a pouring shield. The 5-quart stainless-steel bowl can mix dough for nine dozen cookies or four loaves of bread in a single batch!
I have this particular mixer in the Ice color and honestly can't imagine living without it now — it takes all the manual effort out of whisking ingredients and saves you a bit of time as you can work on other things while it's blending. If you've been on the fence about getting a KitchenAid, let this be the final nudge you needed to pull the trigger.
Promising review: "I have owned a KitchenAid mixer for well over 20 years and just upgraded to this one. We redid the kitchen and my accent color is aqua so this looks spectacular sitting on my counter. I wanted a little more power and this is perfect for me. I do a lot of baking so I couldn't live without a KitchenAid mixer. I also have the spiralizer and pasta making attachments. This is a work horse! I will never use anything but a KitchenAid." —T Jaye Brand
Get it from Amazon for $349.95+ (available in 17 colors).
26. A cutting board with a pour spout to make clean up after prep a breeze. On the other side (yes, it's double-sided!), there's even a slot to hold your phone for when you're looking up recipes or following along with a YouTube video.
Promising reviews: "This cutting board looks so nice I keep it on my counter all the time. Handy and sturdy. I like that one side has a grooved border that catches any juices from meat or poultry that's resting before carving. I'm very happy with this purchase!" —Joseph G.
"I already own these amazing cutting boards and just bought one for each of my daughters. The slot for your phone is genius, they are very generously sized, and easy to clean and maintain." —Kathy H
Get it from Food52 for $7.50+ (originally $30; available in three sizes).
27. Or a set of color-coded cutting mats that'll save tons of space and decrease clean-up time. This set comes with a cutting board that has storage underneath for the seven included cutting mats for different food groups (veggies, cheese, beef, etc.). You'll go from needing two or three different cutting boards to one!
If you don't need the cutting board itself, the color-coded cutting mats are sold on their own too! A pack of seven flexible cutting mats are available for $16.99.
Promising review: "LOVE! I absolutely love this cutting board with sleeves. I didn't realize how much time it saves me as I prep for meals. It's so easy to do your cutting and swap out the sleeve and continue on prepping the meal. I don't have to swap and clean the cutting board in-between prepping. A sleeve for all your needs comes included. There is also the small dip around the edges of the cutting board to prevent liquids from spilling down and over the side. The sleeve DOES NOT slip. It sticks very well and I'm confident cutting and chopping even the smallest pieces." —Weezer
Get it from Amazon for $34.99.
28. An ~app-controlled~ touchscreen air fryer because it can *literally* cook a whole chicken or holiday ham for you, versus having it take up room in the oven. With the help of five cooking presets, this Cosori air fryer can help even the worst of cooks make something great and make the week-worth of leftovers taste great every time you reheat it.
Promising review: "I'm obsessed with it. This Cosori airfryer is incredibly easy to operate and clean. The design is sleek and appealing (I leave it out on my counter). And the results have greatly exceeded my expectations. I'm hooked and I think for the foreseeable future I will be using this almost every day. Here's just a few examples of what I've made so far:- Brussels sprouts: the results of cooking these at home in a normal gas oven have always sucked. While not quite restaurant quality (restaurants use oil fryers) the Cosori comes incredibly close and shaves about 10 min of cooking time.
- Reheating french fries: This alone was worth the purchase. They were crispy and just as delicious from the night before.
- Reheating steak that I cooked to a rare temp the night before on the pan: no complaints and super easy to clean afterwards.
- Bacon: Way faster, way cleaner (and can easily save the bacon fat) and turned out perfect.
I'm so excited to experiment more with this awesome machine. 5/5" —Nolan S.
Get it from Amazon for $99.99 (available three sizes and three colors)
29. And some reusable air fryer liners so cleanup means cleaning a small, silicone liner instead of soaking the entire air fryer basket overnight.
Promising reviews: "I absolutely love these liners. I love the fact that you get three in the package so you don’t have to immediately wash the one you’re using before you reuse it you can just simply use one of the other two, this was a brilliant idea." —Roxanne C
"These are nice silicone liners. They fit our 5.8 quart Cosori air fryer perfectly. They’re easy to clean and can be washed in the dishwasher. They also make cleanup of the air fryer easier. They’re perforated, so you can still make food crispy." —Terry R. Nye
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $11.98 (available in two shapes and multiple sizes).
30. A handmade egg separator to ensure every egg is evenly and cleanly separated. When you're in need of egg whites for your holiday-themed gin fizz cocktail, this gadget will be a lifesaver, a crowd-pleaser, and a go-to. Oh! And it's dishwasher-safe, too.
Lucto Pottery is a small biz based in Salvisa, Kentucky. They make gorgeous handmade kitchen items such as spoon rests, salt jars, dishes, teapots, and more.
Promising reviews: "This was the cutest and most perfect egg separating device I could have purchased. My husband is the baker in our house and he has extremely large hands and struggles even cracking eggs so he was very happy to have this tool. My belly is equally happy!." —Veronica N. Young
"I bought three different colors: Blue Suede, Jade Moss and Northern Woods. I love them! They were exactly as described and the craftsmanship was beautiful. Very well made. I was going to give all 3 away as gifts but I'm keeping one for myself!" —Marianne
Get it from Lucto Pottery on Etsy for $12.75 (originally $15; available in 20 colors).
31. A set of angled measuring cups so you don't have to bend down to ensure you've poured the perfect amount every time (my knees can't take it anymore, either).
It makes cooking and baking so much easier, and your measurements will be more accurate! The set comes with 1-cup, 2-cup, and 4-cup angled measuring cups.
Promising review: "This is a very inventive design for something that cooks use every day. I originally purchased the 2-cup model of the Oxo measuring cup and liked it so much that I decided to buy the set. These are so much more usable than the Pyrex or Anchor traditional glass measuring cups because they so much easier to read. I have some Anchor measuring cups that are 20+ years old and the red markings have faded and are really hard to see. Since the Oxo can be read from the top, the measuring cup can rest on the counter for accurate measurement. No more holding it up in the air like a mad scientist measuring out liquids! Even the rubberized handle is well designed. Since these are made from clear plastic, they are very lightweight. The handle goes all the way to the counter to stabilize the measuring cup. It's very well thought out." —Bocaboy
Get the set from Amazon for $23.95.
32. A rapid food slicer because individually cutting tiny cherry tomatoes is definitely not a fun thing to do when prepping dinner. This makes it quick and easy!
P.S. it works for cutting bagels, chicken breasts, and cheese too! 👏
Promising review: "The Rapid Slicer is a fantastic addition to any cooks kitchen! It is an extremely high quality product that makes cutting so much faster. I really dislike making salad because of all the chopping. Now it is a breeze using the Rapid Slicer. I’m an economy Mom who will purchase meat in larger packages to save money. I use the Rapid Slicer to cut large chicken breasts, pork chops, etc. to make portion size cuts of meat. I don’t have a steady hand so my portion sizes used to be all over the place and now they are all even. I would recommend this product for all of the reasons." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $15.95.
33. A small knife sharpener to make your knives work like new again. Bonus points for not taking up extra space in the kitchen!
Promising review: "I had a stainless-steel knife that was driving me nuts. No mater what I did, I could not sharpen it. I used sandpaper, whetstone, diamond rods, bastard file, and none of that worked. Then I got this device, and in 10 minutes of work, I had one of the sharpest knives in my collection. It's now so sharp, it's scary." —komboa
Check out BuzzFeed's full review on the KitchenIQ knife sharpener for more details!
Get it from Amazon for $10.95 (available in four colors).
34. And when your ~amazing~ party comes to a close, a set of silicone lids so you can cover up fruits, veggies, cans, and containers AS IS. No Tupperware necessary. These lids help opened food last longer and are leakproof and microwave, freezer, and dishwasher safe.
Promising review: "I bought these to replace the lids on my Pyrex because they were all cracked. I have various size Pyrex including rectangular ones. These lids are thin and stretchy which work perfectly around pretty much any dish. Even though they are all circular they stretch to fit the rectangular ones great!" —Matza
Get a set of 18 from Amazon for $13.99.
You, with all these products stocked in your kitchen:
