Kitchen Must-Haves To Nix The Meltdown (Top Picks - all available on Amazon)
I go into full hysterics when my cooking ends in pain or disaster. I have learned to rely on some nifty kitchen gadgets to preserve my sanity. If you are like me, this is the ultimate list of gadgets to make cooking trauma-free.
Slice & Dice-ers
Gadgets that ensure your pieces are uniformed in shape and size, all in less time and less pain.
I vanquish onion tears and reduce the mess with this one gadget.
This is the better option if you have to do large portions.
This gizmo has all the tricks! It slices, dices, drains and strains.
Making a salad becomes a quick task with this gadget. Highly recommended if you do a salad with most meals.
Spill-proof Dispensers
Gadgets that distribute your liquids evenly and without accidents.
No more free pouring ,or brushing, or aerosol sprays in the kitchen
This is the better option if your recipes require pouring.
Grinding is automatic with this cool tool. It's too fun to use to forget salt and pepper these days!
Handsfree Helpers
With little time on your hands and big appetites to feed, these gadgets are essentials and are well worth the hype.
Highly recommended for one-pot meals, especially when a busy schedule leaves no time for monitored cooking.
One of my most prized kitchen items! You don't have to be into baking to know the joys of this tool. Think homemade mashed potatoes and shredded chicken breast for your salads and tacos. The possibilities are endless with this mixer and you can focus...
This tool is essential when food prep consists of a long list of ingredients that must be diced and minced. A few pulses and all done!
Salad Saviors
Gadgets that prevent your salads from getting a 'soupy' bottom.
Highly recommended for when there is no time to drip dry leafy vegetables.
The drain tray in these containers saves the veggies from going bad too quickly. I love them!
This is a great item to have if you are in charge of bringing the salad. Toss it in the bowl, then put the lid and go.
Making the Cut
These kitchen basics are an honorary mention on this list, just because.
Nothing can compare to a good set of knives with a handle that doesn't break. This is just the set if you know that feeling.
Dull knives can make cooking far more miserable than it needs to be. I use this often to always get a clean, easy cut.
I use each size for a different food group to keep things separated.
For easier storage because these ones are flexible. The different colors also help to prevent a mix up. No meaty remnants mixing with the veggies!
Griddle/Grill-wares
Gadgets that make grilling easier - both during and after!
A must-have for barbecues and cook-outs!
When beauty and functionality collide! This kit has such lovely pieces you may miss that it also comes with a meat thermometer. You need nothing else with this complete get of grilling tools!
This is a must-have for outdoor grills. This cover helps with weathering and also keeps it clean until it's needed again.
You don't have to take the grill to the light when you can take the light to the grill. Just saying.
A must-have to avoid under-cooking and overcooking your proteins.
The ultimate helper for post-barbecue clean-up.
Measuring Tools
Gadgets that will help you get your cups and ounces right.
This one comes highly recommended.
I love this new look for measuring cups.
For The Leftovers
If you hate waste, these items help with safely storing the excess for another day.
This gadget sure knows how to keep things sealed and fresh! Prep, seal and store for busy days.
Highly recommended if you want to microwave the contents straight from the freezer.
I use these for portion control, especially when leftovers will become lunch!