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With these items within arm's reach, cooking is going to be a breeze.
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 $44.99.
Promising reviews: "These mats are a game changer for all of my ovens and grill. Some juices may fall through them depending on what is air fried, but no breading, cheese, etc. falls through. Nothing sticks to these mats and only a little soap and warm water washes off any grease or oil on them. ... Since using these mats, I haven't had to clean any burnt residue from the heating elements. If I ever had to replace these mats, I would definitely buy them again." —Judy L.
"These silicone mats are a game changer (and you all know not to use nonstick spray on your AF, right? It takes the coating off). Food doesn't stick (not even that ooey, gooey cheese that melts off slices of pizza), and cleaning is a snap. I just pop it in my dishwasher and voilà! If you have an air fryer, get these mats!" —Karen G. Pedercini
Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (available in 8.5 inch and 7.5 inch).
BTW, this grinder is battery-operated. Make sure to get a few AA batteries too!
Promising reviews: "Nothing like freshly ground spices to add a little snap to your cooking. The pods snap on and off with ease and the grind size is very easy to adjust from barely ground to pulverized... The ability to group commonly used spices together in threes and carry them across the kitchen or outside to the grill just adds to the useability." —Todd Tittle
"I love this thing!!! It works beautifully. I ordered more pods and trays so I could use my various salts. It's easy to switch pods and the triangular tray is perfect!" —cindybeadlady
"My sons bought me this set for a gift and I love it! I use this set every time I cook. I have arthritis in my hands that tends to come and go. The ease of use is fantastic. One handed wonder!" —MrsMcPatriot
Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in three colors, comes with grinder and three interchangeable pods).
It's also dishwasher-safe (top rack only!) so cleanup is super simple.
Promising review: "This is great for cutting lots of veggies super fast. All you have to do is rough chop down your veggies toss them in and give it four to five pulls for perfectly diced chunks for salsa or toppings on eggs or tacos. It comes with a handy cover, too, so all you have to do is rinse the blade and toss the container in the fridge or cooler." —Kevin B.
Get it from Amazon for $16.26 (also available in green and yellow).
Fabberforge is a small business based in Omaha, Nebraska that sells 3D printed home decor.
Promising reviews: "Love this! I had a cheap plastic one for years but somehow it’d disappeared. So useful as I learn how to cook for two instead of just dumping 1-lb box in every time!" —rperry61
"Perfect, helping me to reduce food waste since I'm not making too much!" —Rei
Get it from Fabberforge on Etsy for $6 (available in 10 colors).
Promising reviews: "I bought this for a space between my fridge and the counter/cabinets. Because it is right next to my fridge, I can store onions and potatoes conveniently and shelf items which will eventually be refrigerated thus freeing up some pantry space. It is easy to roll in and out with the attached handle... I was so happy to find this very narrow solution for my little nook." —Jay S
"Love that this does not require assembly aside from attaching the wheels! It's plenty study enough. The wheels move great. I like that you can leave them to turn 360 or tighten them to only roll straight. I love the sleek design and that it has a solid front side to hide the clutter... I think this would be an amazing spice rack/small bottle storage for the pantry. All in all a wonderful solution to my cluttered shelf!" —Barbara Neely Designs
Get it from Amazon for $120 (available in black and white).
Promising review: "Do I really need a tea bag organizer? That's what I was thinking when I ordered this. And when I took it out of the box. And when I filled the first little bag holder. But as the pile of empty boxes grew larger, I knew the answer was yes, I do need a tea bag organizer. I was using a whole shelf and a half of jumbled tea boxes that I had to sift through to look for a specific tea. In the end, I think this held about eight or nine boxes of tea bags (I crammed some of them). I am so happy that I got this!" —Sarah C.
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+.
Promising reviews: "I fell in love with this kitchen tool the first time I used it. My onion slices were so uniform and the perfect size. It is very well designed, fitting nicely into your hand, and it is very solidly constructed. I used it to dice onions as well by slicing just to the bottom of the onion, then repositioning the slicer for the second cut. Voila! Just cut the bottom off and you have perfectly diced onion. I can see many used for this in the kitchen. I think this item is fairly priced and I would definitely buy it again." —karin ketterson robinson
"This is one of those things you occasionally run across that you don't know you need until you actually have it. It takes some practice to learn how to use it effectively, but one you do, you'll never want to be without." —James A. West
"Outstanding product that does what it claims. I'm impressed with how it easily holds items to be sliced (not just onions), and that the stainless steel does take away the onion scent on the user's hands." —CalvinWA
Get it from Amazon for $8.97.
Promising review: "These are nice pieces that helped me organize underneath my bathroom sink! They fit perfectly! After organizing everything, I was so surprised I had so much more room that I grabbed more items out of the linen closet to fill it up. I still have a lot of room left. I bought these based off the high ratings and they hold true. (This is Brad's wife.)" —Brad J. Leahy
Get it on Amazon for $25.97 (also available in bronze).
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 (available in 20 colors).
Promising review: "Randomly write reviews, but you need this! EXACTLY what we were looking for. Oak color blends right into interior of cabinets and white supports match our dishes. Going to, for sure, buy more for every cabinet in the house. Instantly gained twice the storage. No longer have to pick up a stack of dishes to grab a tray, etc. Bargain as well. Looks way better and supports so much more than old wire shelves... Solid wood/metal. Easy to install each shelf with nothing but the four screws included and a Phillips head screwdriver. Had all four "built" in less than five minutes. 100% recommend! —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in black and white).
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! Get the Anova app here.
Promising review: "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 $99.
Promising review: "I had a handmade bag to hold my plastic grocery bags, FOR YEARS!! When it finally tore so badly that I could no longer use it, I found this item. It's perfect! It's well made, has a stainless finish, and no sharp edges. It's mounted on the inside of my cabinet door, making it very convenient, and freeing up some space in my cabinet. It holds 25–30 bags, probably more if you really stuff them in. I really like this dispenser." —Cubby
Get it from Amazon for $14.97.
Promising review: "This organizer is so useful! I recently moved and ended up with a much smaller kitchen, so I've been doing everything I can to make sure there's a place for everything and no wasted space. Luckily, I have pretty wide cabinets, so this works out perfectly. I have one holding my cutting boards (four standard plastic boards) and another holding my foil, cling wrap, and parchment paper boxes. The organizer is super easy to assemble and it's completely versatile. Hang it over the cabinet door or attach it to the wall/cabinet door, which means it's great for renters and owners." —Kerry
Get it from Amazon for $14.97+ (available in one or two pack)
Some reviewers use it to organize their bathroom products too!
Promising review: "I was looking for some extra storage options for my pantry. Since all the walls already have shelves and I was running out of space, the only possibility to create more storage was by the door. I originally found this product to be a bit pricey but I have to say it’s worth the money. It’s very simple, a child could 'assemble' it in under five minutes. It holds a lot of stuff, even heavy cans, you just have to space the heavy and lighter stuff out. I did not use the sticky strips and whatever else that came with it to secure it even better to the door, because just hanging it on the door makes it very stable. It’s a storage-lifesaver if you’re struggling with space!" —IslandLife
Get it from Amazon for $45.99.
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: "This is literally the best thing since sliced bread. Ever eat a perfect hard boiled egg before? No you haven't. Because if you're reading this you probably don't own one of these. Literally. The best." —Josh
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in eight colors).
The dividers are adjustable so you can customize your set depending on what size containers you have!
Promising review: "I love, love, love this storage container. Sounds silly, but it changed my life. No longer do I have storage container Jenga! No more stuff falling out of the cabinet every time I open the cupboard. Now I can stack my lids in the organizer and my storage containers fit nicely on the shelf, and I have a lot of storage containers. I would definitely buy this again and again. Great product." —Laura H.
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in four sizes).
Promising review: "Recently started making home flour and corn tortillas, and will never be able to eat store bought again. Recipes are very easy and this cast-iron press perfectly flattens and rounds them very easily. It doesn't require a lot of strength to press down and in my opinion... I'd recommend gently pressing down and then if you open it and see that you want your tortillas thinner, just gently re-press. This is a high-quality tortilla press and I would recommend it if you're looking to purchase one. I ordered another brand which I did find inferior to this one just by inspection. As soon as I received this one, then used it several times, I can attest to it being well made and exactly what I'd hope for: the end result is amazing home-made fresh tortillas. Love this!!" —Honest Critic
Get it from Amazon for $35+ (available three sizes).
Cherry Toast Creations is a small business based in Littleton, Colorado that creates handmade home decor, keychains, and other gorgeous (very giftable!) items.
Promising review: "I bought it I assembled and stained it to match my kitchen. Super easy, to assemble soon my foil, parchment and plastic wrap will each have a classy place to call home and I won’t lose my Mind looking for stuff...Smart solution to irksome problems." —Amanda Mitchell
Get it from Cherry Toast Creations on Etsy for $29.50.
This set includes a 11.8", 8", 6.6", 5", and 4" canisters.
Promising reviews: "Very simple and elegant canisters. Adhesive works great and locks the jars very well. Adds a great touch to the kitchen and exactly as pictured." —Anela
"These canisters are beautiful and fit our needs perfectly. The seal on the lids works great and the glass isn't too thin which is what I worried about when researching containers. I love the variety of container sizes in this set. We will definitely be purchasing these again. They are an organizer's dream!" —Kathy C
Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (also sold individually).
This machine has 12 settings: French, quick bread (no yeast), sweet, 1.5-pound express, 2-pound express, dough, jam, cake, whole grain, and bake. It allows you to select your loaf size and between a light, medium, or dark crust setting. Includes an interior pan and two kneading paddles that are all dishwasher-safe!
Promising review: "The machine is perfect!!!! I already made two loaves of bread yesterday and am getting ready to make another loaf today. If you are lazy like me and would rather put all the ingredients into a machine and let it do all the work, this is the bread maker for you." —Pam Charmley
Get it from Amazon for $71.99.
Gneiss Spice is a small biz based in Bethel, Maine. They specialize in stylish and sustainable spice organization.
Promising review: "These little jars have added such charm to our kitchen. They are not only beautiful and showcase the gorgeous spice colors, but are incredibly functional and make great use of our extra fridge space. The magnets are strong, the pack comes with a TON of sticker labels for any spice you can imagine, and the small jars are honestly just the right size." —Gretchen K.
Get it from Amazon for $55+ (available in two sizes).
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 $44.95+ (available in four sizes).
Promising review: "This product is amazing. Every time I ran the dishwasher there was this horrible smell. So much that you could smell it throughout the apartment. I even started just hand-washing my dishes. But after about a week, the smell came back. I bought so many products to try and eliminate the smell, but after a couple of days, it would come back. Then I saw this product on BuzzFeed and thought to myself, why not? The first time I used it cleaned it out pretty well. Better than the other products. But then I used it a second time, and there was no smell. I'm going on two weeks of using my dishwasher, and I can't smell anything. I highly recommend this if you're having the same problem I was. This is by far the best kitchen cleaning product I've ever purchased." —khrystyne torres
Get it from Amazon for $3.98+ (available in four and 24-packs).
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 $29.99.
You get five strip orange peelers, five round citrus peelers, five mouse shaped peelers, and one opener gift.
Promising reviews: "I try to eat a grapefruit every day…However, I hate peeling them. I bought some of the longer tools (like the ones in this set) but they were brittle plastic and all broke. Plus they were hard to use properly. Without much hope I ordered this set and boy was I surprised. The thumb-held peelers are fantastic. They are rounded like the fruit and they glide so easily over the surface while splitting the skin. Who know whether to believe an Amazon review anymore… but for what it’s worth I LOVE these things." —Tim G. Corcoran
"This is an amazing innovation here. The sticks work the best! I love oranges but I dislike peeling them. We make fresh squeezed Orange juice and with this set of peelers the game is changed forever! These work for just about any fruit you want peeled. It even worked on Kiwi…Overall a great value and a great buy! This will simplify snack time for your kids too. My little girl is an orange peeling machine. I can’t say enough about these little peelers! The stick is absolutely the best option we found in this little variety pack." —Working Man
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
Zulay Kitchen is a family-owned small business that provides affordable, quality kitchen products.
Promising review: "The lids are made with silicone; they stretch to fit every bowl and casserole dish I own. They wash easily and get thoroughly cleaned in the dishwasher; they are perfect and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. I was also so thrilled to find out I was supporting a family-owned small company as well — Jen included a sweet thank-you note with my order and it made my day! Will definitely be ordering more from them again!" —BearsInTheBurbs
Get a set of 14 from Target for $22.49 (originally $23.99).
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.
Goldune is a woman-owned small biz that was founded in Oct 2020 (yes, pandemic founded!). The site brings together various eco-friendly brands in the home, kitchen, and personal care arena making it easier to shop sustainably!
Get it from Goldune $42 (available in five colors).
These tablets are designed to penetrate, dissolve, and remove odor-causing residue that accumulates inside your dishwasher over time, as well as remove lime and mineral buildup. Using Affresh tablets once a month can prolong the life of your dishwasher and make it more effective at doing its job: cleaning your dishes.
Promising review: "I've seen this item on soo many BuzzFeed lists, so I figured I would try it during one of my cleaning sprees. Wow does it really work! I don't use my dishwasher often, so it often gets a little crusty looking...but I just threw one of these packets in there and ran a normal cycle and it got rid of all the yucky stuff! It's super simple to use and leaves your dishwasher fresh and clean without any leftover residue." —Christine Doan
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $5.99.
Promising review: "I don't know why it took me so long to buy this thing, but I'm glad that I finally did. Yes, to some it might be silly, but there are times when I forget or can't tell whether my dishes and glassware are clean. This $3 magnetic sign saves me from washing the 'dirty' dishes another time." —Colmac
Get it from Amazon for $5.74.
Promising review: "This is ahhh-mazing. Our glass pot lids used to splay across the shelf in the cabinet, and you had to carefully balance them when putting clean ones back. I was worried one would fall and break someday. You also had to move most of them to get the one lid you needed. With this, we gained storage space and peace of mind. I cannot believe we lived so long without this. I need more things from this company!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
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