37 Oh-So-Clever Products You'll Want In Your Kitchen *ASAP*
This brownie pan with a built-in divider is about to save you *oodles* of time and effort.
1. A set of stick-on appliance sliders for anyone who ends up playing games of Appliance Tetris on their counters every morning — these padded, elevated sliders attach to the bottom of large gizmos, making it simple to ease them across counters (and prevent them from getting wet at the bottom if water spills nearby)!
Check out a TikTok of the appliance sliders in action.
Promising review: "These are a game changer! I have some heavy appliances like my espresso machine and reverse osmosis filter that I hate to pull out to fill with water. These tiny sliders have been incredible! Immediately better, and so far (about three months in) no issues at all. Still gliding!" — sara
Get a set of 24 from Amazon for $9.99 (available in five sizes).
2. A snap-on pasta strainer to free your pasta from its hot juices straight from the pot, and spare you storage space to boot. (Is it just me, or are colanders always in the business of being exactly in the way of whatever it is you need?) Psst — these are also a game changer for washing your fruit, too!
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Kitchen Gizmos is a small business that specializes in kitchen accessories.
Promising review:"I've owned this for about six months, and I couldn't imagine cooking without it. I hate strainers. They are bulky and fill up the dishwasher. I'm lazy, whatever. This strainer is a lifesaver. Clip it on your pan, strain, and voila! And it is so easy to clean. A little hot water and it's good to go for the next round. I highly recommend this gadget. It will retire your current strainer." — Viola Evens
Get it from Amazon for $16.29 (available in six colors).
3. A set of adorable pastel "unbreakable" deep plates perfect for anyone who wants to be practical, but doesn't want to sacrifice on prettiness. These chic plates are unexpectedly lightweight, but are still dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe for up to three minutes.
Promising review: "These are microwaveable and light to carry. Love the colors. Wish they were available in one color only, but I can't complain. I primarily bought these for microwave purposes. But can be used for salads, hot soup, etc. Also it's an in-between size like a medium. Just right for me." — M. Zolnosky
Get a set of four from Amazon for $8.99 (also available as bowls!).
4. An internet-beloved OXO measuring cup with transparent measurements on the side *and* angled in the middle so you can see exactly how much you're measuring from a bird's-eye view.
It also comes equipped with a soft grip handle and a deeply convenient angled nozzle, and is dishwasher-safe!
Promising review:"Our old liquid measuring cups were beginning to get worn and very hard to read. I had seen these angled measuring cups before and wanted to give them a try, so I bought two (2-cup versions) to replace our existing cups. I've only gotten to use them a handful of times, but I can already tell you they are better than traditional measuring cups. In my opinion, this is the only way measuring cups should be made in the future." — SK
Get it from Amazon for $10.95.
5. A stainless-steel sandwich cutter and sealer for anyone with Uncrustables tastes and a mortal human budget. Now you can make your own at home in batches and freeze them — and better yet, customize them so they're stuffed with your favorite brands of peanut butter and jelly or meats and cheeses. It's an Uncrustable, but make it cheap and bougie.
You can also freeze the leftover crusts to make bread pudding, French toast sticks, bread crumbs, and stuffing! Or just go to clown town and eat them right then. 😋
Promising review:"What a game changer for saving money compared to buying the Uncrustables in the store. They are ridiculously overpriced, and with this thing, you can make them at a fraction of the cost. It's really simple to use and works really well. Also, it's very easy to clean, although I would keep it out of the dishwasher to avoid rust. This thing crimps the edges of the bread really well, so there is no spillage or leakage. It works just as well with Nutella as it does with deli meats and cheeses. There's a little learning curve as far as where to put your ingredients, but once you get the hang of it, it's super easy." — Josh Fowler
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
6. A reviewer-beloved veggie chopper to make you feel like a golden god in your kitchen — this gadget julienne, chops, spiralizes, and slices vegetables in an instant and has a built-in storage container to hold the chopped veggies so you can pour them into a pan or dish without any mess.
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Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action.
Fullstar is a small business established in 2017 that specializes in kitchen gadgets.
Promising review:"Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food, and it has a generous container." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $24.97 (clip the $5 off coupon on the product page for this price).
7. And a genius 2-in-1 knife and cutting board perfect for all your quick chopping needs that don't require a whole production of cutting boards. This scissor-like contraption lets you slice against a flat surface for easier use, then slide your veggies into a bowl or on top of a dish in a flash.
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Ronan is a small business that specializes in multipurpose tools for home use.
Promising review:"This is a kitchen must-have. We use it all the time — it's so easy to use that even our kids use it. Very durable blade that continues to perform and get value for your money." — Dawn R.
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
8. A rectangular lazy Susan to turn you into a legitimate fridge wizard by holding *way* more than the traditional round version. This features 360-degree rotation, so when you install it in the fridge, you can easily access condiments and foods at the "back" by spinning them closer to yourself. No more accidentally dumping pickle jars on your unsuspecting feet!!
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Check out a TikTok of the rectangular Lazy Susan in action.
Promising review: "This thing is great! It is sturdier if it has a lot of weight on it or at least if the weight is evenly distributed. Totally helps to keep from 'losing things' at the back of the fridge. I'm buying three more as gifts." — Reviewer
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
9. A ring can opener, because holy SMOKES can those be annoying to open. Reviewers swear by this for getting a quick and easy grip without wrecking their nails or cutting themselves on the edges of the lid. It's also a super handy tool for people with arthritis and joint pain.
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Promising review: "It does the job it's supposed to do. I was cutting my hand trying to open cans. This allows me to get a better grip on the little loopy thing, and gives me leverage to open the can." — P. Alscher
Get it from Amazon for $6.98.
10. A delightfully efficient wooden bread bow knife to get you easy, perfectly sliced cuts of thick breads like sourdough loaves and baguettes every time. Your fancy sandwich game is about to get out of control.
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Check out a TikTok of the bread bow knife in action.
Promising review: "I recently purchased a bread knife, and it has become an essential tool in my kitchen. The serrated blade effortlessly slices through various types of bread, providing clean and even cuts. The ergonomic handle ensures a comfortable grip, making it easy to maneuver. It's a reliable and efficient addition to my kitchen arsenal, highly recommended for anyone who loves fresh, perfectly sliced bread." — Mykayla Stump
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
11. A revolving spice rack complete with 20 matching jars already labeled and filled with spices — truly an item so functional that you'd bring a small tear to Ina Garten's eye. Extreme bonus: this product comes with a code to get free refills on the spices for FIVE CALENDAR YEARS.
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This includes whole allspice, mustard seed, marjoram, black pepper, basil, garlic salt, coriander, caraway seed, dill weed, Italian seasoning, poultry seasoning, thyme, rosemary, savory, oregano, parsley, bay leaves, crushed mint, celery salt, and pizza seasonings. That's a whole lot of spiced deliciousness for one price.
Promising review:"Do I feel like a chef!?! I have never owned a spice rack before. I totally forgot that this one came with the spices included, as well as, a code for refills (you just pay shipping). I love this sleek chrome design. It looks great on my counter." — Heather
Get it from Wayfair for $42.07 (originally $60).
12. A handy brownie dividing pan so you can flex during the next cozy movie night by presenting your friends with perfectly crisp-on-the-outside, gooey-on-the-inside brownies all in uniform sizes and shapes. Those chumps with ordinary pans could NEVER.
Um, I'm obsessed with this pan. I make those gooey three-layer brownies that are cookie dough on the bottom, Oreos in the middle, and either brownie or Nutella on top, and I famously underbake them because salmonella doesn't apply to me. Which is to say, usually when I make these it's a big gooey mess and my friends have to dig in with a spoon and it's less inviting for guests to take one. With this tray it was SO easy to put the batter in, stick the divider on top, and bake individual small bars. it was completely nonstick, and it was easy to pull the divider out once everything was cooked. The uniform brownies were a huge hit at a party!
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
13. A set of "wine wands" to remove sulfates and histamines from your beloved cheap Pinots in as little as three minutes, basically making "not getting a hangover" your new superpower.
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Read more about sulfite allergies and wine at Cleveland Clinic.
PureWine is a small business that specializes in wine accessories.
Promising review:"What a difference these have made in my life. With my allergies, it was impossible to enjoy a glass or two of wine without nasty side effects: stuffy nose, red face, and headaches. Now, I can have a glass of wine and not have to dart to a package of antihistamine! Makes a great gift. Even thinking of splitting a box into stocking stuffers. Each wand is individually wrapped. Have purchased these several times and will continue to do so." — KellyH
Get a set of three from Amazon for $11.99.
14. A set of fast-acting Keurig cleaner pods you can simply put through a cycle on the machine to get rid of all the crusted-on grinds and residue that are *definitely* affecting the taste of your coffee, even if you haven't noticed over time.
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Quick & Clean is a small business that specializes in coffee machine cleaning products.
Promising review:"I had no idea that cleaning a Keurig was a thing. I bought these because I saw them on TikTok, believe it or not. I wanted to give it a go because my Keurig isn't that old and I didn't think it would do anything. IT WORKS SO WELL! My Keurig wasn't as nasty as some I've seen, lucky. I would highly recommend, keeps everything running correctly and clean." — Lauren
Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.95.
15. And a set of universal reusable K-cup pods so not only will you cut down on environmental waste, but you can get reeeeal picky about exactly what blends you're brewing into your beloved cuppa every morning. We are all officially getting too old not to have Annoyingly Specific Coffee Preferences, and this is here to help us on that journey.
Promising review: "Works great for my Keurig. I feel better not throwing away all those pods! Love the pod measuring scoop! The pods work great and are easy to use and clean. I just open the pod top and tap the bottom of the pod over the garbage to empty. Great value for money." — Kindle Customer
Get a set of four from Amazon for $12.95 (also available with a scoop).
16. A slim organizer tray for your cutlery to save you so much drawer space that you'll feel like you just opened an extra pocket in the time-space-fork continuum. No more jamming the messy drawer shut and praying it stays that way, y'all!
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Here's what BuzzFeeder Chelsea Stuart has to say about it:" I'm a little embarrassed about how often I think about it. For the first week we owned it, my boyfriend and I both commented daily on what a smart design it is, how much room it freed up in our drawer, and how we wished we knew about it sooner. If you — like me — are at that stage in your late 20s where practical, problem-solving products put a ridiculously wide smile on your face, I'm sure you'll love it."
Promising review: "New way to organize your silverware that has a sleek design. TikTok made me buy this! It's a perfect design to not have as much clutter in your drawer. Great for ADHD people to see exactly what silverware is in which slot with the tiny pictures indicating a knife a spoon a fork!" — Haley Lutz
Get it from Amazon for $9.69.
17. A handy dandy condiment fork with a holder you can wrap right around a jar of olives or pickles so it'll always be at your disposal when you suddenly *need* a pickle but don't want to put your hands in the jar. This is also great for late-night snacking shenanigans, since you won't wake up half the house looking for a clean fork.
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Check out a TikTok of the condiment fork in action.
Promising review: "Great kitchen item. Forks are great to get pickles out of the jar, but if you have kids/lazy people (lol) you know that dirty hands are going into that jar. 😉 This has really prevented that from happening. It comes with two different rings to fit whatever size jar, a stabber holder, and a stabbing stick." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
18. " Ever Toast," a wildly clever plate for toast and grilled sandwiches that keeps your meal elevated so it doesn't get all soggy on the bottom. Now you can take your time eating your toasted grub get that oh-so-satisfying CROOONNNCHHH in every bite.
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Ever Toast is a small business that specializes in unique dinner plates.
Promising review: "GENIUSSSSS. Thiss product is NECESSARY if you hate soggy sandwiches, pizzas, waffles! Works great, keeps everything crispy and toast, we love it here! And for two plates it's a great price!" — Paolo Rivas
Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.99.
19. A collapsible Magic Mushroom funnel so you can feel like an enchanted forest nymph while you funnel your coffee, wine, baking ingredients, or mystical potions.
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Check out a TikTok of the magic mushroom funnel in action.
Promising review: "I am obsessed with this funnel!!! I juice a lot of citrus and juices for cocktails, and this little guy is the perfect size for bottling. It's beyond cute and really great quality. I'm always hesitant about buying silicone items, as I don't want them to be too thin. This is perfect! Sturdy and cute! Can't get better than that! The perfect addition to any cottagecore kitchen!" — Abbey Klem
Get it from Amazon for $13.95+ (available in two sizes).
20. A Mason jar-inspired cold brew coffee maker to save you (*crunches numbers*) one bajillion dollars at coffee shops, and a whole lot of time to boot. All you have to do is put your favorite coffee grounds in this pitcher and let them steep overnight. Be the cool, aloof barista with amazing cold brew on tap you want to see in the world!
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Promising review: "Smooth coffee. This is the best way to have coffee without the acid and still have the caffeine. Easy to use and so much cheaper than buying cold brew coffee. I have bought several over the years for friends. I've owned mine now for four years and still love it." — Terry
Get it from Amazon for $19.49+ (available in five colors and two sizes).
21. A leaf-shaped herb and kale stripper you can use for easy meal prepping when "all things delicious and green" are on the menu. It even features a curved edge for easy herb chopping.
Promising review: "This is one of those random kitchen gadgets that you would never even think about existing, but it's brilliant! We grew kale in our garden, and I was spending way too much time cutting the leaves off the stems, then I stumbled across this tool being suggested on a blog. I immediately ordered one and was very impressed! It saves me so much time stripping those leaves. I also use it for rosemary, oregano, and other herbs." — Elaine S.
Get it from Amazon for $5.95.
22. A cleverly designed 3-in-1 gap cleaning brush that anyone with an emotional support water bottle (or 10) needs immediately. This gets all the trapped gunk in your water bottle's lid and other crevices out super fast and effectively, so you can sip your bevvies without a side of "ick."
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Promising review: "I have a number of Yeti and other lidded mugs, cups, and glasses I use at the office and clean out in the communal break room sink. I could see a buildup that I just couldn't get to in the lids, and it was grossing me out! This little tool does the trick! It gets in between the rubber ridges in the rings, all around the lip of the cups and lids, and cleans everything from milk residue to lipstick smudges. I have been using it five days a week for several weeks now, and no signs of wear on the tool. Cleans up great, dries well, does the job." — Alfie
Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in six colors and multipacks).
23. A magnetic microwave cover perfect for anyone whose Panera soup obsession is a little *too* well documented over every surface inside of their microwave. This conveniently sticks to the top of your microwave so you can pop it right off whenever you're looking to tear up some broccoli cheddar on a wild Tuesday night.
Hover Cover is a small business that specializes in microwave covers for home kitchen use.
Check out a TikTok of the microwave cover in action.
Promising review:"If you live in a small space like I do, this will seriously change your life. No longer do I have to struggle to find somewhere to put my cover if I'm heating up a cup of coffee. Just attach it to the roof of your microwave. Hopefully, you have a flat surface; check before you buy. There is a slight learning curve as to where to put it or the force or lack thereof needed, but after a couple of times, it's second nature. Love, love, love this product. I'm probably going to get some for Christmas presents next year, it's one of those items that you wouldn't necessarily buy for yourself, but it will change your life." — Rachel
Get it from Amazon for $22.94 (also available in two-packs).
24. A set of dishwasher-cleaning tablets you can pop into a cycle with your dirty dishes to wipe out all the extra grime and that funky smell you can never seem to get rid of no matter how hard you try. You don't even need to scrub — these do all the work for you!
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Promising review:"Saved me from buying a new dishwasher! I have to admit that I was skeptical that this product was actually going to do anything. I've noticed my dishwasher wasn't cleaning dishes very well lately, and I did everything I could to get it working properly again, but was ready to finally give up and buy a new dishwasher. I bought these tablets thinking they were designed to eliminate odors, but I was willing to give them a shot before buying a whole new dishwasher. I put one in the bottom of the dishwasher last night per the instructions and woke up to completely clean dishes for the first time in weeks. They look perfect. I don't know why these tablets work but they absolutely did and I am a happy customer!" — B. Turner
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $8.98.
25. A flowerpot-shaped lemon juicer designed to flex on all your other kitchen tools — it's not only really good at its job, but it looks gosh darn adorable doing it.
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Promising review: "Cute, quirky, and fun to use! Lemonade is quickly made. It looks so good I leave it on the counter." — Stephaniep
Get it from Amazon for $14.90.
26. A wineglass-washing dishwasher attachment that keeps your glassware nice and secure so you can continue to have your "pretending I'm Olivia Pope while holding a glass of wine and yelling at the president" Friday nights with your favorite glasses safe and squeaky clean.
Wine Wash Co. is a woman-owned small business that specializes in dishwasher attachments.
Promising review: "I had a hard time finding wine glass holders for my dishwasher. My previous dishwasher had built-in holders, but my current dishwasher does not. I got tired of having wine glasses break during dishwashing cycles. These holders are sturdy and fit the bill for standard glasses. They can fold up when not in use. I would not use them for expensive Waterford crystal wine glasses, but they are perfect for everyday glasses. A must-have for wine drinkers!" — Alicia
Get a set of four from Amazon for $15.
27. A GarlicZoom garlic chopper perfect for anyone out here who doesn't measure garlic with a recipe, but with their heart (and all their other organs, probably). This teensy gadget easily minces and dispenses garlic without the hullabaloo of a cutting board and knife, saving you prep time *and* cleanup time.
Promising review: "I never thought I'd find a garlic chopper that would change my life, but the Chef'n GarlicZoom did just that! The compact size makes it easy to store, and the best part? No more smelly hands! The odor-free hands feature is a game changer. All in all, if you're looking for a kitchen tool that will make your life easier, the GarlicZoom XL is the way to go!" — Cheryl S.
Get it from Amazon for $18 (available in three sizes).
28. An "Angry Mama" microwave cleaner that uses vinegar and water to blow hot steam into your microwave oven and loosen up all the old food and stains in a mere seven minutes (approximately two Lizzo songs, if anyone's keeping track).
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Check out a Tiktok of the "Angry Mama" microwave cleaner in action.
Promising review:"This product is so amazing, I'm going to get one for all of my children. I am a teacher, and I let my students use my microwave. Usually it takes me half an hour of scrubbing after 31 students have made popcorn, and heated up lunches. This time I used the product, and I literally spent less than one minute just wiping down the microwave!!! I will now keep one in my classroom, and one at my home. A miracle product that actually does what it says, remarkable!!!" — Desiree Barlow
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in four styles).
29. An under-cabinet lid opener for anyone who doesn't feel like playing another rousing game of "knock on the neighbor's door to see if someone can open this damn Nutella jar" (don't look at me!!). This is also an excellent space saver compared to other manual lid openers, and causes way less wrist strain!
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Check out BuzzFeed's overview of the EZ Off Jar Opener.
Promising review:"I saw this item on TikTok. Yeap. I am so glad I got it! I have trouble opening jars and bottles and this has been awesome. It works great. I followed the suggestion from other reviewers and installed it under the cabinet with the bottom of the 'V' facing away from the wall. You will have to twist the bottle counterclockwise. This method works well. I haven't had to use the little screws. I definitely recommend this item! It is wayyyyy better than the silicone grips." — Mariposista Queen
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
30. A six-piece utensil set carousel to add a touch of ~whimsy~ to your meal prep when you stash and grab all your tools like they're on a handy merry-go-round. This is also a great space-saving hack for people with limited drawer space!
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Check out a TikTok of the carousel in action.
Each set includes a solid spoon, slotted spoon, ladle, slotted turner, flexible turner, tongs, and a carousel storage stand.
Promising review: "Another great buy from Joseph Joseph. I have had this for a year, and still love it as much as I did the first day I put it out. It has all of the utensils I need and looks very neat and tidy on the countertop. The utensils hold up really well, too. If you're thinking about it, just get it." — Aly
Get it from Amazon for $29.98+ (available in four styles).
31. A microwave cooling caddy that doesn't get hot so you can pop your grub out of the microwave without waiting for it to cool down or grabbing oven mitts. Especially important when several humans need the microwave and you can't be lingering there waiting for your soup bowl to be grab-able.
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Handy Gourmet is a small business that specializes in home and kitchen products.
Promising review: "Who would have guessed how much easier this product makes getting hot items out of the microwave? This makes the retrieval much safer for me. I have hand problems and gripping this tool makes the removal steadier and safer without getting burns. I recommend!" — Envy's Opinion
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three colors).
32. A set of reusable Gripstic bag sealers, which are sticks that clamp over open snack bags to make sure they're genuinely sealed and airtight. (We cannot risk letting our beloved Cheez-Its get stale!!) These also save a lot of space compared to regular chip clips, and are safer considering there isn't a spring that could either wear out or break on you in the middle of sealing something. 😬
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Gripstic is a small business that specializes in reusable chip clips.
Promising review: "I'm a stickler about stale chips and have always used those little snapping clips. I thought they worked pretty well, but they really don't compare to Gripsticks. The snack that proved this the most was Pirate's Booty. If these are exposed to air for more than three minutes, they turn into styrofoam peanuts. I promise they're just as fresh as when you first open them with Gripsticks. They're going to be my go-to chip clips moving forward." — Rachel Campbell
Get a set of 24 from Amazon for $23.95 (available in five sets).
33. A penguin-shaped egg cooker and holder that makes it ridiculously easy to make easy-, medium-, and hard-boiled eggs on the stove, *plus* keep them safe afterward. No more sticking your eggs back in the fridge and confusing them for the raw ones anymore — you can just pop the little penguins in there for storage.
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Promising review: "Bought this for a serotonin boost because it's ridiculously cute. Little did I know how utterly functional it is. No more cracking eggs while dropping them into the pot, no more fishing them out, no more putting them back into the damp cardboard carton where they inevitably are forgotten right next to the equally neglected bag of spring mix. Just in the pot, out the pot, into the fridge where they cutely greet me every time I open the door. Gives me five seconds of joy every time. Highly recommend." — Kitty M.
Get it from Amazon for $19.90 (also available in a bear version).
34. A set of chic brushed finish stick-on kitchen towel hooks so you don't have to settle for hanging them from a cabinet or the handle of a dishwasher or oven, where they'll inevitably fall on the yucky floor.
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Promising review:"I don't like hanging my towel on the cabinet doors, as they are too low to ground for me. I needed something small to fit in the area by kitchen sink and this worked perfectly. It's easy to slide a towel in and it sticks really well. It's cute and small, so it's not really noticeable. Perfect." — VMS
Get a set of four from Amazon for $14.99 .
35. A set of convenient suctioning "Food Cubby" dividers to portion out plates so food, sauces, and dressings don't co-mingle — perfect for picky eaters young *and* old who would rather pretend that we don't live in a world where broccoli and mac 'n' cheese are occasionally allowed to touch.
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Check out a TikTok of the food cubby in action.
Food Cubby is a small business specializing in family-friendly kitchen accessories.
Promising review:"I love these! Even as an adult, I hate my food touching. Thought they might keep things apart but not juices or things, but they really stick to the plate, and the meat juice doesn't run into the salad. It saves me from having different plates for each food. I wish I had these a long time ago." — Superbeckee
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99.
36. A Crack'em egg cracker and spoon rest reviewers swear by for getting perfectly cracked, shell-free eggs every time. A lot of parents in particular mention how great it is for kids to use when they're baking and cooking as a fam!
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Crack'em is a veteran-owned small business established in 2013 that specializes in family-friendly kitchen accessories.
Check out a TikTok of the egg cracker in action.
Promising review:"I absolutely cannot believe I'm doing this. I got this because I am ALWAYS having to pick out the shell when I crack an egg, whether for breakfast or my baking. Since buying this, I have cracked dozens of eggs without ANY shells in it. To say I am happy is an understatement. If you don't have one you should rush to get one. We are going to get them for wedding gifts when we know that the couple loves to do their own cooking. Kudos to whoever thought of this. It works perfectly, every time." — Edwin Myers
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in six colors and three-packs).
37. A "Magic Tap" automatic drink dispenser as the ultimate parent hack — this battery-operated, spillproof system easily slides into jugs of water, milk, and juice in your fridge to make it easy for kids to serve themselves. Essentially it means a whole lot more independence for the kiddos, and a WHOLE lot more convenience for you.
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Check out a TikTok of the drink dispenser in action.
Promising review: "Super happy with this purchase. Our two little ones (5- and 3-years-old) can now easily fill their own drinks. We also purchased a dual cereal dispenser from Amazon, so now the kids can get their own breakfast cereal with milk!" — April M. Ramos
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in four colors and in multipacks).
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Recently, I wrote up a Reddit thread asking people to share the final "eff you" they gave to their crappy bosses before finally quitting. The post was sooo petty and cathartic that it inspired even more stories from the BuzzFeed Community! Here are some that will make you feel seen if you've ever had to toil away at an awful job with a bad boss: "When I retired from state government, I changed my private phone greeting to say, 'This is answering your call from the bliss of retirement. If this is a personal call, please call me at home. [New Employee Name] has assumed my state government responsibilities, so if your call is about state government business, please go to [New Employee Name].'It took management most of a week to figure out how to change it, during which the phone never stopped ringing." "I have Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome and it was really acting up one day. My manager already didn't like me, and accused me of faking it when I told him I'd been throwing up. He sent me back into the kitchen, so I just waited a few minutes to get nauseous again, walked up to him in front of my other coworkers, and threw up on his shoes. He never questioned me again, and I made sure to get a note from my doctor saying I had to take breaks when I felt nauseous." "It was a small thing. My previous job was based on a federal requirement, which changed. I could see the writing on the wall and started looking. My boss at the time was a creep; at one point, he tried to get someone to meet a deadline by waving vaguely in the direction of me and his secretary and promising 'unspecified favors' (obvious innuendo).Soon after that year's government requirement had been fulfilled, my boss summoned me into his office and tripped over his own mouth trying to tell me I was being laid off. I've rarely been so satisfied as when I stopped him to hand over my two weeks' notice." "When I was younger I worked at a local fast food chain and did the afternoon/late night shifts. I had a manager who constantly sat in her office on the phone with her fiance (this was the early '90s). I was always scheduled alone and in the kitchen, and orders stacked up quickly without help. One night, after another hectic evening, after I had asked again for help, she closed her door in my face. I knocked on her door, took off my headset, and tossed it on her desk, and said I'd had enough. She yelled at me that I'd never work at this chain again. I said, 'damn right.' This is neither fantasy nor wishful thinking — I love that my younger self walked. Best thing I ever did for myself." "A few years ago I was hired at a doctor's office. He was condescending to me from the very beginning, but it all boiled over when one of his other (very few) employees announced she was pregnant and going on maternity leave. He flipped out and pulled me aside to discipline me for not knowing how to do things that his manager wife — who routinely threw me under the bus — didn't train me for. The doc yelled at me, saying something akin to 'the honeymoon phase is over.'" "I worked at a bank for awhile on the floor. I gave customers a heads up when I believed they weren't making good financial decisions, and steered them towards better products and services. I made top service and sales every month. I got promoted to another branch with more challenging ventures. The boss was recent college graduate with little to no financial experience, making him insecure, insulting, and mean. I was in the process of closing on my home and had just had enough of the guy. I found out my escrow signing date and gave my two weeks notice to coincide with that date. Boss tried to stop my home sale, but he found out that's illegal. I had a beautiful house, new job, and a big smile on my face. I heard the branch lost top sales for the rest of the year." "My mother was the head baker at the very upscale grocery store. A much younger, newly hired department manager took over the bakery. Because she was the oldest employee there, he made the mistake of harassing her in front of other employees for weeks. She finally got so fed up with the harassment that she clocked out, turned in her store keys in the middle of her shift and never went back. She effectively shut down the store bakery for a week. It took not one, but two people to replace my 67-year-old mother. She never went back. The department manager was fired." "Missed a shift as a barista but was able to get it covered. I was having horrible morning sickness during that time with awful headaches. I was told I needed a doctor's note to come back. I said, 'For pregnancy? Okay, I quit.' There was no policy regarding doctors' notes or when they are necessary. The only absent policy was to find coverage for your shift, which I did." "Six weeks ago, I spent 2.5 hours doing an online exit interview for the job I held for over six years. HR then turned my exit interview over to the University lawyers, who then interviewed me for 2 hours. There's currently an investigation going with that specific location in regards to sexual and racial discrimination. Had I just been left alone to do my job supervising, which I was very good at, none of this would have come to light. But they didn't, and I reported all of them. My new job is almost the same pay, exact same benefits, and so much less stressful." "I was a holiday hire at a bookstore chain. I worked hard, so I was kept on when the holidays finished. Later that year, my husband was laid off, so I asked to work full-time so that I'd qualify for health insurance for my family. The manager said sure and started scheduling me full-time hours. He said I'd hear from HR about insurance after a month. But two months went by, and nothing happened. I asked my boss and he said he'd look into it. Another month went by. Boss said HR was fixing it, and I'd hear back soon. After another month I called myself and learned this jackass kept me listed as 'seasonal' for an entire year because he already had the max number of full-time people allowed, but he didn't want me to quit and find benefits elsewhere, so he lied." "I was lured away to a small new startup company with promises of stock options and unlimited income. Nine months later, they laid off a bunch of us as they were losing money hand over fist, including for a corporate apartment that the owner was using to bed an investor. No notice, no payout, just buh-bye. I turned them in to a software pirating organization, since they were using single copies of high-end software throughout the company. A former coworker told me they spent tens of thousands of dollars ensuring they weren't sued." "I took a pay cut to open a granite showroom (same company) closer to my home, and I justified it because of tolls, gas, time etc. The owner of the showroom didn't do any market research, or even give me the prices of what I was supposed to be selling. I'd have to call him to ask a price for everything, and he made work incredibly difficult because I didn't have answers to common questions. I found out through another employee at the other location that he had posted my job, offered more money and promised benefits (which I was told, wasn't an option for me). After realizing how shady he was, I changed the computer password to 'F*uckyou[his name],' and took the mouse trap he'd me put out into the showroom's heating unit." "After 30+ years with an organization, providing honorable and selfless service, I was asked to fire one of my directors, who frankly had been placed on a fairly rigorous WIP — and successfully accomplished all goals and expectations. It seemed her 'firing' would have been a 'tit for tat' in a urinating match between the CFO and COO. I was told it would be this director or me to take the fall. Luckily I had eff you money and told my COO he would receive my office keys, badge, etc. by the end of the day." "I was the only project manager for a startup. I also fulfilled multiple other roles due to my previous experience, but I was the only one working on the very technical project that was going to take the business to the next boss had a habit of screaming at employees and we had about a dozen employees walk out for about the year and a half that I worked there. I told him if he ever screamed at me, I would walk out too. One day, he yelled at me for a mistake he told me to make to the software. I gathered my things and his face went white as a sheet. I told him I was quitting and he said in the smallest voice, 'you can come back.'" Did you ever enact petty revenge on a crappy boss? Share your story in the comments. 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Forbes
13 hours ago
- Forbes
The Best Lunch Boxes For Kids, According To Editors Who've Packed Them For Years
Packing lunches for my kids is a task I don't always look forward to. After packing hundreds of lunches over the years, I've found that the best lunch box for kids can actually simplify the whole process. The best options are appropriately sized, easy for kids to open and well insulated to help keep their food at the proper temperature. My top pick, the PackIt Freezable Classic Lunch Box , has built-in ice packs, opens with a zipper little fingers can grasp easily and is available in lots of kid-friendly designs. Here are the best lunch boxes for kids that are cute and easy to use. ILLUSTRATION: FORBES / PHOTO: RETAILERS Other top picks include the Bentgo Kids bento box, which is durable and has leak-proof compartments, and the Pottery Barn Kids Mackenzie , a classic option that's easy to clean and available in a variety of fun prints and colors. Check out more of our top picks for the best lunch boxes for kids. Our Top Recommendations Best Overall Lunch Box For Kids: PackIt Freezable Classic Lunch Box Best Value Lunch Box For Kids: Thermos Upright Lunch Box Most Durable Lunch Box For Kids: L.L. Bean Lunch Box Best Bento Lunch Box For Kids: Bentgo Kids Lunch Box Best Stainless Steel Lunch Box For Kids: PlanetBox Rover Best Lunch Box For Kids For Hot Foods: Omiebox Up Best Lunch Box For Kids In Preschool: Wildkin Kids Insulated Lunch Box Best Personalized Lunch Box For Kids: Pottery Barn Kids Mackenzie Lunch Box Amazon PackIt Freezable Classic Lunch Box Keeping your child's lunch at the proper temperature is important for food safety, and this can be difficult especially if your child has a late lunch or they're storing their lunch box in a warm area. The built-in ice packs in the PackIt Freezable Classic Lunch Box solve this problem. 'What I really like about it and why I keep buying these year after year for my three school-age kids—since their preschool days—is that it actually keeps food cold all day even on hot summer camp or classroom days,' says Forbes Vetted deputy editor Rose Gordon Sala . After years of use, she has also found this lunch box to be durable. The size is generous, especially when you consider that you don't need to add any ice packs. It has a front zipper pocket for napkins or small items as well as a buckle handle so you can clip it to your child's backpack. It's available in lots of fun colors and designs, which is important to kids of all ages. The biggest drawback of this lunch box is that you have to remember to put it in the freezer the night before. If you forget to clean out your child's lunch box until the next morning, it won't be ready to go. You can still use it, of course, but you'll have to add ice packs. Thermos Brand Thermos Upright Lunch Box I've been really impressed with the Thermos Upright Lunch Box after testing it out recently. There's enough room to pack a well-portioned lunch, and the water bottle holder and zipper pocket are nice touches. It's easy to fit and organize everything I need in my daughter's lunch, including her drink and napkins. It's an insulated box that also has a hard liner. As a busy mom who cleans out lunch boxes every day, the hard liner makes it so much quicker to wipe, clean and clear out any crumbs. It also has a buckle handle, so you can attach it to your child's backpack. The only major drawback is that it's only available in six colors, but many of these include fun and bright prints that kids like, such as Black Sport Web and Teal Marble. The L.L. Bean Lunch Box is a staple in many homes, and that's largely because it lasts for years. Part of what makes it so durable is the quality construction and the strong outer material that you'll also find on L.L. Bean backpacks . It has a top carry strap making it easy for your child to grab if it doesn't fit in their backpack. With a front zipper pocket and an interior mesh pocket, there are plenty of spaces to store extras like napkins, cutlery and a special note for your child. You can also use the internal mesh pocket to store an ice pack. It's pretty spacious inside and has an easily wipeable interior liner. Available in 11 colors, the insulated box can also be personalized with your child's monogram. Amazon Bentgo Kids Lunch Box With five leak-proof sections, the Bentgo Kids lunch box makes it easy to add some variety into your child's lunch. My daughter used this lunch box often when she was in kindergarten, and it has held up so well that it hardly looks like it's been used. It has definitely been dropped multiple times, and it never popped open or leaked food from one compartment to the next. I like to pair it with the Bentgo Kids Lunch Bag , which makes it easy for kids to carry to school thanks to multiple straps and clips. The bento box itself has a removable tray that's dishwasher and microwave safe. My daughter has no problem opening and closing the latches on it, though I would definitely recommend practicing with your child before sending them to school with it for the first time. As a 6-year-old, this lunch box held enough food for my daughter, but I doubt it will be large enough for much longer. For older kids, check out the Bentgo Pop , which allows for larger portion sizes. I love using stainless steel lunch boxes because I prefer to stay away from plastic when I can, which is why the PlanetBox Rover is one of my favorite options. It has five compartments and I've found that the largest compartment is big enough to hold a sandwich. Even though it's stainless steel, kids can still customize the look by choosing a magnet set they like as well as a carry bag (sold separately). While it's not a leak-proof option, the box does come with two stainless steel containers with lids, so you can pack dips or sauces that won't spill. Practice opening the box and the containers with younger kids before sending them off to school to make sure they can open them. The dishwasher safe box is sturdy, and I've never had it pop open when I dropped it. Forbes Vetted editor Esther Carlstone likes the Rover because it's so durable and easy to clean. 'All three of my kids have their own Rover and it's their go-to lunch box. One box we've used for 10 straight years and it still looks and acts good as new,' she says. 'Cleaning them is also super easy, we even toss them into the dishwasher.' The Omiebox Up is a bento-style lunch box that's a great option for hot foods because it includes a 12-ounce thermos. It also has another compartment with an ice pack that fits right in the box, so you can pack some cold food, too. The cold side includes a removable divider, allowing you to pack two different options. While the lunch box as a whole is leak-proof, the divider is not. 'I like that it's all-in-one so you're not packing several different containers for one lunch,' says Carlstone, who uses this lunch box to pack items like pasta and soup. The container is easy for kids to open and close, just be careful not to shut the thermos too tight, especially for younger kids. It's available in a few different colors, including Cherry Pink and Cosmic Blue. My daughter used the smaller Omiebox to bring mac and cheese or tortellini to kindergarten, and it was a great size for that age. Older kids will definitely want the larger Omiebox Up, though. Amazon Wildkin Kids Insulated Lunch Box When choosing a lunch box for your preschooler, think simple. 'Give them practice opening and closing their lunchboxes independently. Find out how long the lunch period is and practice eating in that amount of time, including the amount of time needed to open and close it,' says registered dietitian Jennifer Anderson. As long as they can open a zipper, they should be good to go with the Wildkin Kids Insulated Lunch Box. There are over 50 fun prints to choose from, helping preschoolers get excited about their first packed lunch experience ( shop other print options here ). My kids have used this lunch box a lot, and it's a great basic option. A front zipper pocket and interior mesh pocket provide plenty of room for packing extras. It also has a top handle to make it easy to grab. The lunch box is the ideal size for preschoolers, and though it's on the smaller side, it can fit some bento boxes. Personalizing school supplies is incredibly exciting, particularly for the elementary crowd. The Pottery Barn Kids Mackenzie is available in so many adorable prints, like Iridescent Hearts and Lego, and kids can add their name or initials in a variety of fonts. The insulated bag has a molded liner that makes it easy to wipe clean of crumbs and spills. It also includes an interior pocket, an exterior pocket and a water bottle holder. The top strap is padded, making it comfortable for their little hands to carry to and from school. While the Mackenzie lunch box is ideal for younger kids, older kids might like the more subdued Colby Lunch Box . Sala's tweens prefer this cold pack style over the more cutesy Mackenzie styles. At Forbes Vetted, the baby and kids gear team has decades of experience covering baby and kid topics, testing products and packing lunches for our kids. The author of this article, Alicia Betz , has been testing kids lunch boxes for over five years. She's also a mom to three and frequently tests and reports on kids products, including the best kids luggage and the best kids water shoes . , has been testing kids lunch boxes for over five years. She's also a mom to three and frequently tests and reports on kids products, including the and the . The editor of this article, Esther Carlstone , is an experienced parenting editor and writer. She's also a mom to three and has over a decade of experience packing lunches for her kids in many of the lunch boxes on this list. , is an experienced parenting editor and writer. She's also a mom to three and has over a decade of experience packing lunches for her kids in many of the lunch boxes on this list. I interviewed registered dietitian and founder of Kids Eat In Color, Jennifer Anderson . To choose the best lunch boxes for kids, I relied on expert advice, personal experience and product research. Here's a peek into my process. I've been using lunch boxes for years, including many of the ones on the list. I've seen how they hold up over time and how well they function in the real world, being carted to school, sports, activities and back. I considered input from parenting editors Sala and Carlstone, two moms who have used many of the lunch boxes on the list as well. Anderson provided insight on what makes a good lunch box as well as which ones she has used and found helpful. I compared features of various lunch boxes, considering size, pockets, insulation and more. To cater to a variety of needs and types of families, I included different types of lunch boxes, including bento style boxes and traditional lunch boxes. Your lunch box should be the right size for your child. Some smaller lunch boxes, especially bento boxes, can have a smaller capacity that may not be appropriate for older kids. Age recommendations on lunch boxes are helpful, but consider your child's appetite as well when deciding what size is best for them. Consider how you'll keep your child's lunch cold, too. 'Send packed lunches with two ice packs, one on the top and one on the bottom, inside a sleeve or insulated lunchbag,' says Anderson. Make sure the bag is large enough to include ice packs along with the lunch. Material 'Lunch boxes are typically made from stainless steel, BPA-free plastic and silicone—all excellent options that hold up well,' says Anderson. While plastic tends to be more lightweight, it can be a bit more difficult to clean compared to stainless steel. Many fabric lunch bags are made of polyester or a similar material with a wipeable inner lining. Ease Of Use The biggest consideration when it comes to ease of use is how easily your child can open and close their lunch box. Particularly for younger kids, taking time to make sure they can open their lunch box is very important. You don't want them to struggle to get to their food when they're hungry. Most preschoolers and young elementary schoolers do fine with zippers on traditional lunch boxes, but bento boxes can be more difficult to open. Ease Of Cleaning Packing, unpacking and cleaning lunch boxes can feel relentless. Having a lunch box (or two) that's easy to clean makes life much easier. Some bento boxes are dishwasher safe or have removable compartments that can go in the dishwasher. For lunch bags, look for options that are easily wipeable. What Are The Best Lunch Boxes For Kids? Our top picks for the best lunch boxes for kids include the PackIt Freezable Classic Lunch Box, Thermos Upright Lunch Box and L.L. Bean Lunch Box. All three options are sized well for kids, easy for kids to open and insulated. What Is The Best Material For A Kids Lunch Box? The best material for kids lunch boxes is easy to clean. Plastic, stainless steel and fabric options are all great. When shopping for bento boxes, look for options that are dishwasher-safe. What Is A Good Packed Lunch For Kids? A good packed lunch for kids is balanced, including protein, fruit, vegetables, grains and dairy. However, it's also important to pack things your child will actually eat so they have sustenance to carry them through the day. It's best to pack safe foods in their lunch and save new or adventurous foods for another time.
Buzz Feed
17 hours ago
- Buzz Feed
27 Easy Kitchen Items If You Are Overwhelmingly Busy
An Instant Pot, because it is the epitome of "set it and forget it." (Though who can ever really forget a delicious-smelling dinner?) This friendly robot can help you whip up everything from soups and stews to a whole chicken (!!) — just find your new favorite Instant Pot recipe online, pop in your ingredients, set the timer, and voila! It's kinda like takeout... except it came from your kitchen?? Promising review: "This product is my best friend and I would marry it and grow old with it if I could. I've put pork loins, potatoes, yellow bundt cakes, rice, corn on the cob (look up INSTANT POT MILK CORN ON COB and you will never eat it any other way again!). I've made pierogies, lasagna, apple dump cake, a whole chicken, bone broth, chicken noodle soup... and more. This is all in less than a month. I'm eating healthier. Eating out less. Cleanup is easy. The food tastes awesome. The pork loin never dried out after it sat on the serving tray." —sugabugaGet it from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in three sizes). An herb stripper, so you can stop living the dinner prep nightmare of stripping a serving of kale or other greens by hand. You're peeling, you're ripping, you're getting so bored that you try to remember every Gossip Girl character by memory. With this, make quick work of the prep so you can get to the good part (cooking your kale in various sauces until it no longer tastes like kale). A veggie chopper because, not to be overly dramatic, but cutting vegetables up with a knife and a cutting board takes roughly 1,000 hours, and you will always have a few pieces that go rogue and end up hiding behind your radiator. But not with this chopper! Dicing and chopping peppers, onions, tomatoes, or any other fruit or veg is done in seconds — and it also protects your fingers from dinner-ruining cuts. An electric potato peeler that can peel any fruit or veggie with a tough outer skin. Because there's nothing more relaxing than some delicious mashed potatoes at the end of a long day, but messing around with a traditional peeler? Waaaaay too much to deal with. A rice cooker because rice always seems like it should be a simple, easy thing to whip up... until you accidentally burn it and end up with half of your rice stuck to the bottom of your pot. With this basic cooker, your days of scorching half of your starch on the stove are gone. It cooks up fluffy rice in just a few minutes and has a "warmer" feature to keep it hot and tasty until you're ready to chow down. A two-tier stackable steamer for anyone who wants to start eating more veggies... but not badly enough to boil a pot of water, get out a steamer basket, and keep checking on it to make sure you didn't oversteam. Just plug this baby in, add water and your food, and wander away to live your best life while it makes your meal for you. A silicone snap-on pasta strainer because you are here to carbo-load, not to poke through all your cupboards for your strainer and then accidentally scald your hand with hot pasta water! This attaches directly to the pot, so just snap it on, lean your pot over the sink, and commence snacking. A "Gracula" garlic crusher that quickly and easily accomplishes two key dinnertime goals: 1. it produces finely crushed garlic with almost no effort from you, and 2. it gives you a lil' giggle. You work hard — let Vlad here be your sous chef and the entertainment at the end of the day. Plus, reviewers say it works for crushing nuts, too! A Beautiful by Drew Barrymore dual-compartment air fryer, because yes, that means that you can cook two different foods at the same time. And not only that — you can cook them at different temperatures. The future is now, my friend! Plus, if needed, you can remove the divider to give yourself a single compartment with nine quarts (!!) of cooking review: "Absolutely fantastic air fryer - makes my counter look gorgeous too! Love the colors, the design and the extra room it makes it so easy to cook for my entire family! Dual zones so you can cook two different things at once, a broil setting baking setting, reheating setting and even dehydrate setting!! Best appliance I've ever bought!" —StaceyGet it from Walmart for $139 (available in seven colors). A Chopula cooking tool that is (infomercial voice) two, two, two kitchen tools in one! But seriously, what could be simpler than no longer having to switch between a ton of different kitchen implements? The Chopula is a flexible spatula to loosen whatever food has decided that the surface of your pan is its new home; it's also a chopping tool that can even cut meat! Plus, it has a curved design that will keep it from dripping food all over your counters. That's also one less utensil to wash (and one less counter to wash). A hands-free pot stirrer because sometimes, dreams really do come true (soup-based dreams, anyway). All you have to do is clamp it to the side of your pot, set the speed, and let it get to work while you do something more fun than stirring, which could be... literally anything. A set of toss-and-chop salad tongs, aka "salad scissors," so you can make restaurant-quality salads at home quickly and easily, instead of putting in tons of effort and just ending up with a weird, sad pile of spinach and croutons. These scissors will chop any veg or protein you throw into them while also mixing up the ingredients better than you would with big, clunky salad tongs. And you can chop right in the bowl — so that's one less cutting board to clean. (And truly, is there anything worse than washing a cutting board?) A stainless-steel avocado tool because trying to get that pit out with just whatever knives you have lying around the house is a fool's errand — and attacking the skin with spoons and knives to scrape out those last dregs of 'cado is even worse. This tool will help you remove the avocado's skin and pit and then slice it for a visually appealing smash it up to make some delish guac. Promising review: "Avocado? Yes, Please! This tool is awesome. Easy to cut open the fruit. Pit remover works well, just push onto the pit and give it a twist, and the pit pops right out. The best part is the slicer. Makes beautiful slices for a great presentation. The tool can then be used to scrape any remaining fruit out of the skin. Really happy I bought this!" —NPR ManGet it from Amazon for $9.99. A microwave pasta maker, so if you get into that "too exhausted to even deal with bringing a pot of water to boil" headspace, you'll have options. Just put your pasta in the container, add water, pop it into the microwave, and when it's done, use the container to strain it. No mess, no extra cookware — just you, chowing down on spaghetti in less than 10 minutes, like the universe intended. A microwave potato cooker because a baked potato should be the perfect convenience food (tasty, good excuse to eat sour cream, etc). The only flaw? It takes a very inconvenient 45 minutes to an hour to bake them. But no longer! With this handy-dandy sleeve, you can have a baked potato in 2–4 minutes, aka the exact correct time frame. Simplicity itself! Plus, it can bake up to four potatoes at once and make corn on the cob! A breakfast sandwich maker so your stomach can have a new best friend. This miracle machine cooks every element of a breakfast sandwich in a single place, all at once. So no more "eggs in one pan, bacon in another pan, bread in the toaster, oh my god, what's that burning smell??" — only morning deliciousness. A rapid defrosting tray because your whole dinner plan shouldn't have to be overhauled just because you forgot you were supposed to take the chicken out of the freezer three hours ago. Don't fear! This tray uses natural aluminum to defrost your frozen goods way faster than just leaving them out on the counter. I don't understand how it works! I just know I don't have to wait until 10 p.m. to have dinner now, and that's good enough for me! A set of four nonstick, heat-safe sheet pan dividers so you no longer have to figure out how to cook your main and sides all on a single pan. Stop wasting valuable time worrying, "Will the rosemary chicken get covered in asparagus juice? Will the asparagus get covered in rosemary chicken juice?" Instead, just pop it in the oven, and brace yourself for deliciousness. A Dash rapid egg cooker because, honestly, is there such a thing as a time of day that isn't right for an egg-based snack? (I swear, an egg did not pay me to say that.) This handy kitchen buddy can hard boil, soft boil, poach, or scramble up to six eggs — it can even whip up omelets! All you have to do is add as much water as instructed, add in all the eggs you want cooked, and, bam! Your fave protein, cooked your fave way. The internet-beloved ceramic Always Pan from Our Place that basically does it all: it steams, sautés, fries, and braises, all with one pan. That means fewer pans to clean, fewer pans to store... just fewer pans to deal with. A Beautiful by Drew Barrymore electric griddle with a removable stainless-steel backsplash because it will ensure that you have an easy-breezy morning cooking experience, instead of starting your day with a cooking accident where an egg or sausage takes a swan dive onto your stovetop or (gulp) floor. Plus, reviewers say it's easier to cook (and clean up) different foods on this griddle than using several pans. Promising review: "10/10 will repurchase if needed or to gift someone. It's easy to use, clean and make any type of foods like breakfast and hibachi. This is perfect if you just want to make 2–3 things at the same time instead of using pans. Looks just like picture. Highly recommend buying this product and trying it out. It will not disappoint you." —anonymousGet it from Walmart for $49.96+ (available in eight colors). A hands-free plastic bag holder that will vastly simplify your life if you're cooking a stir fry or any other multi-ingredient dish. Just pop those bags open with these, and you won't have to worry about cross-contamination — or having the outside of the bag get all slippery because you touched it with olive oil hands. Promising review: "I used three of these to help me make freezer meals for after I have a baby. I can honestly say I don't know how I would have filled the freezer bags without these ingenious baggy holders. I was able to dump veggies, spices, meat, and cans of heavy beans and tomatoes into the bags, and they stood up the entire time without sliding or spilling. One of the bags I stuffed literally to the brim, as full as it could go, and the bag did not fall down. I would definitely recommend these." —Grace a pack of two from Amazon for $11.99+ (also available in packs of four and six, as well as individually). A microwavable sandwich press, because you want a nice, crisp grilled cheese, but you don't want to deal with a big, heavy, hard-to-clean electric sandwich press, or go the traditional route (i.e. butter up a pan, flip the sandwich with a spatula, accidentally burn your first attempt at a sandwich, etc). Reviewers say this tool can whip up a crispy grilled cheese or other hot sandwich in the microwave in minutes, no spatula or tears required. Promising reviews: 'I was unsure how well this would work, when I first saw it. However it works great. I made crispy on the outside and gooey cheese inside sandwiches. I am going to try it with other ingredients. I put it in the top rack of our dishwasher and it cleans beautifully." —M Smith"Just enter the time and that's it. Doesn't get any easier for consistently good sandwiches. What's not to love? I definitely would recommend this product." —BobGet it from Amazon for $23.99. A spill stopper that does exactly what it says — place it on top of your pot, and if any water happens to boil over while you're not looking, this device will catch it. What a relief to no longer have to babysit that pot of ravioli. A bagel guillotine because bagels are delicious and fun — but sawing one in half with the pathetic little bread knife you have at home? Way less fun. Pros use a bagel guillotine like this, which will cut your bagel into perfectly even halves in an instant, so you can get to the important part (simply drowning both halves in scallion cream cheese). An egg separator for anyone who's ever emitted an actual groan when a recipe called for separating an egg white from a yolk. Well, groan no more! This tool makes it easy to remove the yolk, without accidentally popping the yolk or getting a million little shell pieces stuck in your egg. Promising review: 'Love, love, love! In the fall of 2020, I made macarons every Friday. So, I needed to separate four eggs per week. Using this device has made that process much easier. Simply place an egg in the device, swirl it around a little, and ta-da! The only time I have ever had a broken yolk while using this device is if the yolk broke when I cracked the egg before I put it in the device. Reliable, easy, and worth every cent.' —Marielle DurrettGet it from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in one or two packs). A microwave bacon cooker because for such a simple, delicious treat, cooking bacon is messy and complicated. Avoid that splashing grease! Make sure you remember to flip! Ugh, forget it. But with this simple tool, you just set the microwave for 30–60 seconds per strip and you're on your way to Breakfast Happiness. Promising review: "I absolutely love this. Makes breakfast so easy . Bacon always crisp and after I take bacon out I crack an egg or two in the tray . The eggs are delicious dont taste greasy. Use it almost every morning." —REGINA PELLMANGet it from Amazon for $16.49.
