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    31 Things From Walmart Every Adult Should Have In Their Kitchen

    Because nothing says adult more than owning your own meal prep containers.

    1. A porcelain cake stand that doubles as a chip and dip serving dish — how genius is that?! Impress guests with a Food Networkworthy cake presentation, then flip this baby around and use it to serve game night snacks.

    2. A four-piece stackable food storage container set to keep your pantry staples fresh and your cabinets clutter-free. The canisters look super sleek and their square tops allow for stacking to save valuable pantry space, so if your kitchen is teeny-tiny, these are for you.

    Canisters filled with various pantry staples sitting on a kitchen counter

    3. A 6-quart Dutch oven from The Pioneer Woman's collection so you can cook up all the comfort food this fall. Don't spend hundreds of dollars on a pricey name-brand Dutch oven when you can get this beautiful and high-quality one for such a steal.

    turquoise dutch oven

    4. A 12-piece colorful Cuisinart knife set because it's time to get rid of those dull old knives that can't even cut through a tomato. Considering the brand, these are a major bargain, and since they come with covers, you can store them in a drawer without the fear of slicing your hand every time you go to grab one.

    Colorful Cuisinart knives on a black marble surface

    5. A Keurig single-serve coffee maker that has over 4,400 5-star ratings because nothing says "adult" more than trying to save money on coffee. You can't go wrong with a Keurig and if you have any doubts, just read the thousands upon thousands of glowing reviews.

    the keurig coffee maker on a counter

    6. An electric griddle so you can whip up a diner-style breakfast anytime you want. Use it for pancakes, bacon, eggs... anything and everything that can be served with a side of coffee and toast.

    Pancakes and bacon on an electric griddle

    7. A set of four fringed placemats to make every meal, whether it's home-cooked or home-microwaved, extra special. Made from 100% cotton, they have a lovely woven design with an all-around fringe that will give your table some cozy farmhouse charm.

    Gray placemat with white dinnerware on it

    8. A stainless-steel motion sensor trash can with more than 6,500 5-star reviews and that's a lot of people passionate about a trash can! This longtime Walmart favorite is a solid buy — it's large enough so you don't have to take out the garbage every day, looks sleek, and has a motion sensor perfect for those times when your hands are covered in raw chicken juices.

    Stainless steel trash can next to white kitchen cabinet

    9. A 16-piece dinnerware set that has a beautiful handmade quality but for a budget price tag — thank you, Walmart. It includes dinner and salad plates as well as pasta and cereal bowls, so you have every food group covered, plus it'll add a nice rustic addition to your dining table.

    Copper colored plates and bowls

    10. And to go with the new dishes, a set of drinking glasses one reviewer said are as good for milk as they are for cocktails! Upgrade those chipped old glasses for an actual matching set that'll make you feel oh-so-grown-up.

    Glasses on a round placemat with lemons and one filled with lemonade

    11. A set of colorful dish towels so pretty, you won't even mind drying a dish or two. Shoppers say this set is super absorbent and you'll love the bright pop of color these will add to your kitchen. Practical and pretty at the same time.

    the green, blue, red, and yellow towels

    12. A wire lid organizer to take care of the hot mess that is your pots and pans cabinet. Get this organizer and ahh... you'll instantly breathe a sigh of relief. It would also work for cutting boards, Tupperware lids, baking pans, and any other kitchen item that's the bane of your existence.

    Four glass lids in organizer

    13. A 10-quart air fryer that'll pretty much be the only appliance you ever use. It's no wonder it's so popular, this baby does it all — air fries, toasts, bakes, broils, and makes homemade pizza.

    Air fryer with lemon topped salmon inside it

    14. A three-tier kitchen shelf if your kitchen lacks in the storage department. This handy shelf has plenty of space for additional dishes, pantry items and small appliances, and even has hooks to hang utensils or dish towels from. The surface area can double as prep space, too, and for under $100, it'll solve all your storage dilemmas.

    Shelf filled with various kitchen items and appliances

    15. A wire dish drying rack so pretty, it'll take a little bit of the sting out of your least favorite chore. It's deep enough to hold a ton of dishes and stylish enough not to make your entire sink area look hideous.

    Dishes and utensils in drying rack

    16. A set of four oval serving dishes because what's a sign of true adulthood? Serving dinner in beautiful coordinating bowls instead of sticking a bunch of splattered pots and pans on the dining table. This set looks way more expensive than it is and the boat shape gives it such a sophisticated look.

    Three white serving dishes on a red runner

    17. A salt, pepper, sugar, and creamer set that are A. super adorable, and B. so handy. The coordinated set will look nice on your kitchen counters and when someone comes over for a cup of coffee, instead of pulling out a giant carton of milk and bag of sugar, you'll look so sophisticated with your creamer and sugar set.

    Salt and pepper shaker, sugar canister and creamer pitcher on a table

    18. A toaster with a glass panel so you can get precise levels of crisping and browning on your morning bagel. That is if you're team toasted bagel. That ~heated~ debate aside, this toaster has six different settings and works 50% faster, so it'll save you time in the morning, too.

    Toaster with two slices of bread inside

    19. A 12-piece nonstick cookware set you can use to make soup, sear a steak, and cook pasta. Never worry about having to scrub burnt-on messes, these pots and pans are all nonstick, which will make cleanup a breeze.

    Charcoal gray cookware set

    20. A stoneware pitcher because adulting is hard and this will give you somewhere to display those end-of-the-week treat-yourself flowers you most definitely deserve. It has such an artisanal, one-of-a-kind look, nobody will believe it was only $15. What. A. Deal.

    Stoneware pitcher

    21. A set of six stackable fridge organizers that one reviewer said make their fridge look like an ad. Empty your fridge of all those questionable bottles and containers that have been sitting there for way too long, and organize it with these clear plastic bins that will make everything visible, neat, and easily accessible.

    Clear plastic organizers used for food and drinks in the fridge

    22. A three-piece ceramic mixing bowl set as beautiful as it is handy in the kitchen. The jewel tones and embossed fall-themed patterns make them a pretty decorative accent and their weight and sizing make them extra sturdy and durable.

    Three different colored mixing bowls on a dish towel with three eggs on it

    23. A Scrub Daddy sponge because if you haven't tried one of these yet, what are you waiting for?! It's super popular for a reason, and the second you try it, you'll understand. It's odor resistant, won't scratch any surfaces, and works so well you won't feel like you're putting in an arm workout while cleaning a stockpot.

    Scrub Daddy sponge in packaging

    24. A 14-piece kitchen utensil set made with nonstick silicone so you finally have all the (matching) cooking tools you'll ever need. The set also comes with a coordinating crock to pull the whole look together and keep them corralled in one place.

    Set of khaki utensils and utensil holder on a counter

    25. A handy pizza cutter that's super sharp so you can easily cut through all that ooey-gooey cheese. It also has a finger guard so you don't need to worry about slicing your finger open when all you want to do is eat a slice of that pie.

    Stainless steel pizza cutter with a black handle next to a pizza

    26. A three-piece wood cutting board set you can use to meal prep or serve some fancy charcuterie. It comes in a rectangular and circular shape and each board has a ridge that catches juices and seeds while you chop and slice (yeah, it's not just for decoration).

    Person cutting a baguette and charcuterie and chopped fruits and veggies on cutting boards

    27. A vintage-style runner rug to give your feet a cozy spot to stand while you do the dishes while also adding some character to your kitchen. The rug is made with a special printing technique so it'll never shed, and the faded design and colors will add so much warmth to your home.

    28. A set of three Wilton baking sheets so you can whip up a batch of chocolate chip cookies anytime you want. Because that's one of the perks of adulthood — cookies for breakfast? Sure. Dinner? Why not.

    Three different sized baking sheets

    29. And to use on the baking sheets, a pair of silicone baking mats that ensure an even bake and that you won't have to scrub a crusty pan. They're also non-stick so there's no need for any extra grease, which is always a plus.

    Baking mat on a baking tray with cookies on it

    30. A three-piece terry pot holder set so you can stop constantly burning your hands on those screaming hot baking sheets. They're heat-resistant and come in five cute colors to match your existing decor — at this price, you may want to grab more than one set while you're at it.

    Mint colored oven mit and pot holder next to baked cookies, eggs and baking items

    31. A set of four glass storage containers with airtight lids to keep your leftovers fresh for days. They have a nice weight to them, are stackable to save room in your fridge, and unlike flimsy plastic ones, they don't lose their shape or get all funky in the microwave.

    Glass storage container filled with food on a counter

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