You think your kitchen is set, but guess what? It’s missing a few game-changers. These small gadgets might seem unassuming, but they pack a punch and will completely change how you cook. From speeding up prep work to making cleanup a breeze, these little tools will make you wonder how you ever lived without them.
Handheld Frother
Coffee lovers, rejoice! With a handheld frother, you can whip up barista-style drinks right at home. It’s perfect for frothy lattes, cappuccinos or even mixing dressings and sauces. Compact and easy to use, it turns your kitchen into a mini café.
Use it to make: Froth from Homemade Oat Milk
Julienne Peeler
This little gadget is a superhero in the kitchen. The
Use it to make: Chinese Chicken Zoodles
Shrimp Deveiner
If you love shrimp, you’ll love the shrimp deveiner. It makes cleaning and prepping shrimp a breeze – no more tedious peeling and deveining. Perfect for seafood feasts, it ensures you spend less time prepping and more time enjoying your meal.
Use it to make: Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Cherry Pitter
Love cherries but hate the pits? The cherry pitter is your savior. Whether you’re whipping up a cherry pie, prepping for a jam session, or just snacking, this gadget pops those pits out like magic. It’s a game-changer for cherry lovers and makes sure you enjoy every bit of your fruit without the stress of pitting by hand.
Use it to make: Sour Cherry Crisp
Funnel
A kitchen funnel is essential for transferring liquids and small items neatly into containers, saving time and avoiding messes. Its practicality in managing kitchen tasks efficiently makes it worth the storage space.
It’s helpful when making your own: Fermented Vegetables
Garlic Press
Forget about getting garlic-smelling fingers! The garlic press is your best buddy for adding that garlic punch to dishes. It’s a breeze to use, squishing garlic cloves in seconds, and perfect when you’re rushing to get that pasta sauce or marinade just right. Plus, it’s way easier than mincing by hand.
Use it to make: Garlic Chicken Bites
Food Scale
A food scale is essential for precision cooking and baking. It ensures you get your measurements spot-on, which is key for perfect bread, pastries and balanced meals. Plus, it’s a great tool for portion control.
Use it to make: Fermented Foods
Pastry Brush
Got a pastry brush? Then you’re ready to add that professional touch to your baking. It’s perfect for brushing on egg washes, butter or glazes, ensuring your pastries come out golden and picture-perfect. And it’s not just for bakers – use it for BBQ sauces or marinades too!
Use it on these: Ham Cheese & Spinach Breakfast Pies
Citrus Squeezer
Say goodbye to seeds in your lemonade! The citrus squeezer gets every last drop out of lemons or limes, minus the seeds. It’s a must-have for making fresh juices, dressings, or adding a zesty kick to your dishes. Plus, it’s way more fun than squeezing by hand.
Use it in this recipe: Lemon Blackberry Mocktail
Bench Scraper
The bench scraper, aka your countertop’s best friend. Whether you’re kneading dough, chopping veggies,or just need to clean up a messy counter, this tool does it all. It’s like having an extra hand in the kitchen – scoop, chop, clean and more. Plus, it’s a lifesaver for bread bakers and pastry pros.
It’s essential in baking these: Cherry Dark Chocolate Scones
Microplane Zester
The microplane zester is a flavor wizard. It finely grates zest from citrus fruits, adding a burst of flavor to any dish or drink. And it’s not just for zesting – use it for parmesan, chocolate shavings or even spices like whole nutmeg. It’s also much easier than big bulky box graters.
Use it in this recipe: Orange Muffins
Immersion Blender
An immersion blender is your shortcut to creamy soups, smoothies and sauces. No need to transfer hot liquids to a blender – just blend right in the pot. It’s a space-saver, easy to clean and a total game-changer for quick, delicious meals.
Use it in this recipe: Creamy Broccoli Soup
11 Things You Should Never Keep On Your Kitchen Counter
Your kitchen counters should be a space for cooking and gathering, not a storage unit for every gadget, spice, and unread mail that finds its way home. With daily use, it’s no surprise these surfaces quickly become cluttered catch-alls. To help you keep your kitchen organized and functional, we’ve gathered expert tips on the items that really shouldn’t live on your countertops. Ready to clear the clutter? Here’s how to keep your kitchen space neat and welcoming.
Read it Here: 11 Things You Should Never Keep On Your Kitchen Counter
12 Ways To Reduce Plastic In Your Kitchen Starting Today
Whether you’re a seasoned eco-warrior or just starting to explore more sustainable practices, there are plenty of straightforward swaps that can make a significant difference in how much plastic you use every day. From choosing beeswax wraps over cling film to opting for reusable containers and gadgets, here are twelve practical ways you can start cutting down on kitchen plastic right now.
Read it Here: 12 Ways To Reduce Plastic In Your Kitchen Starting Today
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
