Why do things the hard way? All of these kitchen accessories exist to make your kitchen tasks easy to accomplish. Whether you’re trying to achieve a perfectly-cooked steak, precisely measure ingredients for a baking recipe, or you just need some back support while you’re rolling out dough, these are the kitchen accessories make that happen. Check out our favorites below.
ThermoPro digital instant read thermometer
A must for steaks, roasts, or candy
How will you know when your beef or ham roast is done cooking? This thermometer has a sharp pin you stick into food so it can tell you the temperature, supporting -58 to 572 degrees Fahrenheit. Readings are accurate within .9 degrees, and the display is backlit, so it’s easy to read.
GreaterGoods digital kitchen scale
More accurate than measuring cups
There are four sensors on this scale, so it gives very accurate readings, within 0.1 ounces. The zero button on the front lets you use any empty container for ingredients and only measures the difference from the starting weight. Choose from four color options, or a stainless steel version, to match your kitchen.
iTouchless automatic trash can
Opens automatically so you don’t need to touch the lid
No one wants to smell the garbage in the kitchen when they’re cooking or grabbing a snack. This trash can has a natural carbon filter on the lid to keep smells contained while maintaining airflow. The top opens automatically by using the power of four D batteries, keeping your hands away from the germs.
KitchenAid classic can opener
Large handles are easy on hands
Opening cans can be done with other tools, but that can become dangerous. Featuring a stainless steel construction, an oversized knob, and ergonomic grips, KitchenAid’s can opener makes quick work of can lids large and small. There are several color and knob style options to select from.
HOMWE kitchen cutting board set
Protect counters and your hands
Three size options are available in this cutting board set, letting you dedicate each to a specific type of task. The handle areas offer a nonslip grip, so the boards won’t slide on your countertop, making knife usage safer. A juice channel lines the cutting area of each board to keep messes off your countertops, and you can choose from three color options.
Spring Chef premium swivel vegetable peeler
Goes beyond veggie prep
Some peelers can become clogged with vegetables, but not this option from Spring Chef. The smooth glide blades, made of stainless steel, make quick work of any veggie or fruit. The handle design allows use by right and left-handed people and is lightweight.
Sky Solutions anti fatigue mat
Less stress on knees and back while cooking
Give your knees and back a bit of relief by adding one or several of these mats to your kitchen floor. The bottom has a nonslip surface, so it stays in place, and the padding has a beveled edge, so you’re less likely to trip over it when moving around. Since the mat is soft, your legs will stay active while you stand on it, which will help improve your balance.
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We’ve gathered the kitchen accessories you’ll want right now, but if you’re not sure to start, we’re here to help. For most people, the ThermoPro digital instant read thermometer is what’s missing from their kitchen. You or the lucky recipient of this gift will be able to enjoy meats cooked at the perfect temperature by monitoring them with this thermometer. The display is easy to read because it’s large for such a small device, and it has a backlight. You also don’t need to worry about any fancy batteries when it’s time to change them since it runs on one AAA.
For anyone who needs to monitor their portions, speed up their food prep, or loves to bake, consider the GreaterGoods digital kitchen scale. You can weigh items up to 11 pounds, and four sensors ensure an accurate reading. The buttons on the front are large and easy to read, and you can choose from several color options.