I love to cook. But sometimes, the thought of getting out 18 different pots and pans, dirtying cutting boards, wooden spoons, measuring cups, mixing bowls, and feels daunting and leaves me clicking into Door Dash. However, there are a few kitchen gadgets that save me time and energy and for that, they are worth every penny and bit of counter or drawer space.
Whether you're a busy parent trying to juggle work, kids, and household chores or simply looking to make cooking and meal prep more efficient, these top 10 kitchen gadgets are here to save the day. From cutting down on cooking time to simplifying cleanup, these tools are must-haves for any modern kitchen.
The Instant Pot is a game-changer for busy moms. I'll admit - I was initially scared of this thing. Will the lid pop up and send hot soup flying at my face? (And I wonder why I overthink everything.) Once I learned how to use it, this multi-functional electric pressure cooker can whip up meals in a fraction of the time traditional cooking methods require. From soups and stews to yogurt and grains, the Instant Pot does it all. Don't be scared - it's easier than you think! Buy on Amazon: Instant Pot
Ofcourse I made the air fryer discovery during the pandemic. I was ordering anything and everything that made cooking easier since we couldn't go out to eat - and I've been using it religiously ever since! You can use it for so much and it cooks a lot of things in a fraction of the time it takes an oven. My personal favorites in the air fryer? Brussel Sprouts, salmon, heating up left over pizza and quick chicken nuggets when little stomachs are demanding food RIGHT AWAY. Buy on Amazon: Ninja Air Fryer
Initially, I thought this would be a silly purchase. It's just another form of knife, right? Wrong! Once I got a great mandoline, it made slicing veggies and potatoes a breeze. And I'm obsessed with the nice uniform cuts where you can even make things whisp thin. This particular mandoline is what I own, and as an added bonus, it comes with gloves so you don't accidentally cut yourself. Win/Win. Buy on Amazon: Mandoline Slicer
I believe I blabbered about my love of a dutch oven in a post about making Jalapeno Popper soup. Well - I'm stating it here again because that's how much I love it. Nothing like whipping a dutch oven out on a snowy Sunday morning and starting a pot of soup or your favorite all-day simmering marinara. I have the fancy-pants Le Creuset model that I got as a wedding gift, but the Amazon Basics Dutch Oven has a 4.7-star rating with over 46k reviews and is a fraction of the price. Buy on Amazon: Amazon Basics Dutch Oven
I use this Microplane way more than I ever anticipated. Great for zesting everything from lemon rind to adding ginger to a stiry fry - it's such a simple tool that can add so much flavor to a meal. Plus you look pretty cool using it to grate cheese over people's pasta. Gives you a real professional chef's flair. Buy on Amazon: Microplane
See: Dutch Oven. I use an immersion blender in my Dutch Oven almost every time I make soup. I've also used it for everything from Thanksgiving gravy to homemade mayo to whipped cream. It's so versatile and handy. Buy on Amazon: Cuisinart Immersion Blender
The best part of a cast iron skillet is it gets really hot and it stays really hot. It's great for searing meat, frying chicken or even making cornbread. (Definately don't use it for anything gentle like a delicate fish or making sauces). Buy on Amazon: Lodge Cast Iron Skillet
I keep my salt box right next to the stove. Such an easy and convenient way to throw a pinch or five to whatever it is you're in the middle of cooking. And never skimp on the salt!! Buy on Amazon: Salt Box
I was on vacation with my cousins at a lake house and they made homemade hashbrowns every morning using a potato ricer. I was sold! Also good for things like guacamole and mashing chickpeas to make hummus. I don't know why but this is so satisfying to use. Buy on Amazon: Potato Ricer
I truly cannot fathom not having a good kitchen knife. It's the star of the kitchen...the workhorse... the reason why we're not eating large chunks of everything! I prefer Japanese knives - in particular the Global 7" Chefs Knife. I have smaller hands and find the design of Global knife handles a perfect fit. If Global isn't your thing, do some research. This is the one kitchen tool that spending a bit more is worth the money. Buy on Amazon: Global 7" Kitchen Knife
Happy Cooking (if you're not Door Dashing)!!
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