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    38 Kitchen Products That'll Basically Pay For Themselves

    Saving money = more in the budget for snacks.

    1. Ethylene gas–absorbing apples for anyone tired of fresh produce spoiling before they can use it — the company claims these'll save the average household up to $600 per year.

    A hand holding the apple-shaped device above a fridge drawer full of produce

    2. A pack of dishwasher cleaner and deodorizer tablets that'll remove limescale, ruse, grease, and hard water buildup to extend the life of your machine. All the ingredients are biodegradable too!

    3. A mini waffle iron perfect for making a big batch, which you can then freeze and toast whenever you need a quick breakfast.

    The waffle maker in black

    4. A knife sharpener with two grooves (one for coarse sharpening and one for quick touch-ups) to make your year-old knives slice like brand new.

    Hands sharpening a knife in the first groove

    5. A roll of ~bamboo~ paper towels you can toss in the washing machine and reuse over *120 times*. They're super-absorbent and durable, but are soft enough to use on your skin, too. You can even use them on your Swiffer!

    6. A panini press with floating lids that can perfectly grill up any size sandwich — and at a way smaller price tag than an airplane ticket to Italy...or a trip to your local deli on the regular.

    Two grilled sandwiches on the press, staged in a kitchen

    7. A six-quart programmable slow-cooker that'll save you money on gas — while making it easier to buy and prepare meals ingredients in bulk. You deserve a set-it-and-forget-it dinner after a long day, too.

    The oval stainless steel slow cooker with a front control panel

    8. A set of reusable grocery bags to help you shop greener and save money if your local stores charge you for plastic bags — basically, buying these makes a lot of ~cents~.

     A yellow reusable bag with a handle with a dog print and holding groceries, including a wine bottle, grapes, oranges, and other items

    9. A set of reusable snack and sandwich bags so you can stop buying and tossing disposable ones ever again — and convince you to actually bring lunch to work once in a while. Snacks!!

    A review image of four baggies with carrots, string beans, Brussels sprouts, and cucumbers in them

    10. Cheese storage paper guaranteed to keep your cheddar sharp, your Parmesan poppin', and your Brie better than ever for way, way longer.

    The paper wrapped around a wedge of hard cheese

    11. And bread-saving sheets that'll say "no more, mold!" and keep your favorite baked goods fresher for up to four times longer.

    The sheets, which work for bread, bagels, cakes, and muffins

    12. A stainless steel Sink Shroom from the makers of the cult-fave TubShroom that'll blend right in with your sink and keep *all* the pesky food remnants from clogging your drain so you can spend less on drain cleaners or plumber visits.

    The SinkShroom strainer in a sink

    13. A Nespresso Vertuo that'll save both counter space ~and~ the amount of money you spend at your local coffee shop on high-quality espressos and coffees.

    The machine, plus two Nespresso pods and the aeroccino milk frother

    14. Or if you're a Keurig person, a set of reusable pods so you can make your favorite coffee without shelling out on individual K-Cups.

    The purple and mesh pod with a lid you can open to fill with coffee

    15. And a handheld electric milk frother so you don't *have* to leave your home to enjoy a fabulous cafe-quality latte or cappuccino. It even works on iced bevvies!

    A reviewer's frothy latte dusted with cinnamon

    16. A fume-free oven cleaner you can spray on, leave for a minute, and then wipe away for an oven so clean, you'll think it was swapped out for a new model overnight.

    17. A microwave popper so you can buy your kernels in bulk (no dumb little bags!) and top your popcorn with WHATEVER you choose — no oil required, if you don't want to add it!

    A reviewer's photo of the blue popper, filled with popcorn

    18. A two-in-one citrus reamer and saver that'll both make juice and store it so you don't waste a whole lemon or orange on a recipe that only requires a little.

    The clear and orange juicer

    19. A brown sugar–softening bear so you won't ever check your pantry before making chocolate chip cookies or your morning oatmeal, only to find rock-hard brown sugar you now have to toss. It'll stay soft and scoop-able every time.

    The terracotta bear next to a jar of brown sugar

    20. A vacuum-sealing wine saver to remove air and keep your wine fresh for up to a week — great for people who drink one glass a day or use wine for cooking!

    The vacuum sealing device, plus a stopper

    21. A lemongrass-scented, slow-burning soy candle for keeping your kitchen smelling fresh; soy candles last far longer than regular wax candles. And reviewers rave about how these lovely (but not overpowering) scents spread throughout the house!

    The candle, with a cotton wick, hand-poured in the USA

    22. A sushi-making kit that'll help you ~roll~ like a professional and save money on takeout. Just whip up some sticky rice, and load 'er up with your favorite fresh veggies and fish.

    The kit, staged with sushi and ingredients

    23. A grocery list notepad so you 1) never forget anything at the grocery store, and 2) stop wasting money on impulse purchases you don't *actually* need. Stick to the list!

    The pad, which says "all out of" and has check boxes of suggested grocery items, plus blank spaces you can write in

    24. Antimicrobial silicone sponges that'll never get stinky — they're almost 100% resistant to mold and mildew, more durable than regular sponges, and won't scratch your pots and pans! Aka you won't be tossing a whole new sponge every other day.

    A model using the sponge, with the text "silicone. no odor. clean"

    25. A bottle-emptying stand sure to change your sauce-loving life forever and prove that BBQ sauce, ketchup, honey, and other condiments are good to the last drop.

    A bottle of barbecue sauce right side up, and then the same bottle upside-down, using the stand, which forces all the sauce to the top

    26. A Feed n Wax Wood conditioner reviewers swear by to bring their scratched, worn-out, and dull tables, cabinets, and drawers to new life. It's a heck of a lot cheaper than a kitchen remodel.

    A review image of worn-out, semi-stripped cabinets before, and then solid color polished cabinets after

    27. A quick and easy breakfast sandwich maker so you can enjoy a hot and satisfying brekkie without having to make a pit stop on the way to work — or shelling out those extra bucks.

    The sandwich maker with an english muffin sandwich and the text "ready in 5 minutes" with the steps: adding bread, meat, cheese, and egg

    28. A salad dressing shaker with measurements printed on the side, an airtight seal, and a one-handed lever for easy pouring of your very own homemade vinaigrettes and dressings.

    The shaker, filled with vinaigrette in a fridge

    29. A salad spinner to keep your greens washed and fresh for crisp salads whenever you want. You'll never be surprised looking into a sad bowl of wilted and spoiled greens. "But....I *just* bought these!!"

    30. An easy-breezy pineapple corer perfect 🎶 if you like piña coladas 🎶... but not spending a fortune on pre-cut pineapple. This thing is so easy to use, it's like a tropical vacation in your kitchen.

    A reviewer image of their spiralized pineapple and the empty pineapple "shell"

    31. Rubbermaid FreshWorks storage containers with venting technology to keep produce fresh for up to 80% longer.

    32. A sink cleaner and polish formulated to use on stainless steel AND porcelain sinks (plus cast iron, corian, acrylic, and more) to restore that just-like-new shine *and* protect against further damage. That new sink you've been wanting? It can wait, now.

    33. A filtering Nalgene water bottle that'll provide great-tasting water on the go, without having to schlep massive packs of the bottled stuff from Costco.

    The blue Nalgene with built-in straw

    34. Or an under-the-sink water filtration system to help you kiss your Brita goodbye and pour a glass of the good stuff straight from the tap. And fun fact: It's designed to be installed in under three minutes.

    A reviewer photo showing a used filter turned completely brown, and an unused one that's all white

    35. A sectioned salad container with compartments for greens, toppings, and dressing for a not-sad and not-soggy desk lunch — eat your heart out $15 take-out salad!

    The container, separated to show the sections

    36. An airtight cold brew maker so you can get your ice-cold caffeine fix immediately upon waking up. Waiting in that Starbucks before even having your coffee? No thank you!

    37. And a set of reusable straws so you can fully replicate that Starbucks iced-coffee feeling without actually going there — aka you'll help save money AND save the turtles.

    A set of four golden straws

    38. A ~guac lock~ container that'll press alllllllll the air out so your precious dip won't turn brown or get mushy. Leftover guac? Miracles DO happen.

    The more money you save, the more you have to spend on food!

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