My top 5 small kitchen appliances I'd buy again and why you should too
Even better, with Amazon Prime Day just around the corner (July 8-11), many of these gems are already on sale. So, check out the list below and grab these fantastic deals today!
At the top of my list is this highly-rated air fryer. Air fryers are great for cooking so many things in a snap! One of my favorites to make is bacon; it's become my go-to appliance for perfectly crispy strips, all without the usual mess and splatter. It's also perfect for cooking frozen foods like French fries, personal pizzas, corn dogs and so much more.
Next up on my list is the trusty Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Duo. This appliance is a lifesaver for whipping up comforting meals like stews and roast beef dinners. You simply toss in your ingredients, set it and forget it. After a long day, you'll walk into your home greeted by the delicious aroma of a perfectly cooked comfort meal. Plus, with its pressure cooking capability, it can whip up a quick meal in no time, even if you forget to defrost your roast the night before.
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This Keurig was gifted to me as a wedding gift and has quickly become my go-to for a quick and easy cup of coffee every single morning. It consistently brews a perfect cup, and I was pleasantly surprised to find that its iced coffee option tastes fantastic too!
After discovering the potential dangers of heating water in the microwave, I immediately began my search for an electric kettle. That's how I found the Chefman Electric Kettle, an affordable gem that boils water in no time! It's constantly in use in my household for making a perfect cup of tea or hot cocoa. As an added bonus, it lights up, looking really sleek on my countertop.
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Another wedding gift I absolutely love and frequently enjoy is this Ninja Blender. Before I got it, I had no idea how poorly my previous cheap blender was actually performing when I made smoothies. Using this Ninja Blender has honestly created some of the frothiest and creamiest smoothies I've ever had at home. Plus, it's fantastic for making tomato soup from scratch and whipping up marinades for cooking.
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