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1. A pair of extra-long silicone oven mitts to provide your arms a little extra protection while you take the turkey and pies out. And who hasn't come a littleeee too close to hitting their arm against the [HOT] rack in the oven?!
Promising review: "These have by far been the best oven gloves that I have owned. They are slightly longer than traditional ones, and so protect your arm when reaching into the oven. I do a lot of baking, and with previous mitts, I have always been able to feel some heat through them. But not these! These mitts are great! And they have great grip, and because they are not bulky, they are easy to hold onto things without the fear of dropping (an issue I had with past mitts). I love these and recommend them to fellow bakers all the time." —Rebecca Bradley
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two lengths and 12 colors).
2. An automatic pan stirrer for those recipes that require *constant* stirring. I mean, let's be honest, you're gonna have like 20 things going at once, no way you can stand there and stir nonstop?! Now you can have this nifty little robot handle that job.
Promising review: "Honestly I laughed at myself for buying this. I stopped laughing the first time I used it! What a help! It freed me up to do other things while it stirred the sauce that needed constant attention. Bought another one! Not laughing now!" —Luvdvm
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $25+ (available in battery-powered or rechargeable) or from Amazon for $38.95.
PS — if you opt for the battery-powered one you'll need four AA batteries…grab some here.
3. A food thermometer to give you a precise and FAST temperature reading so you don't have to worry about cutting your turkey open like three times only to never be fully confident that it's actually cooked all the way.
Promising review: "I can't believe how easy this thing is to use! I had a thermometer, but this digital one gives you the results immediately. No trying to hold the thing in place for a long time while waiting for the temp to show. I wish I had bought one sooner." —Linda
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two colors).
4. And a meat cooking temperature magnet because just getting the fancy thermometer doesn't mean you actually know what temperature you are waiting for it to be.
Moonshine & Glitter is a small business based in Sneads Ferry, North Carolina creating beautiful wood signs and decor.
Promising review: "I got this for my mom since I'm a chef and she's always asking me what temps to cook things too! Great quality and my mom smiled when I opened it! We put it on the side of the fridge for her to see and it's been a good laugh for her whenever she needs to know a temperature. THANK YOU!" —Eliza Schane
Get it from Moonshine & Glitter on Etsy for $8+ (available in four sizes).
5. A colorful set of heat-safe silicone utensils that won't make a ton of noise (or scratch up your pans) while you're stirring up your gravy at like 9 a.m. before everyone else in your house has woken up.
Each set includes a large and medium spatula, a large and medium spoon, a large and medium spreader, a medium pastry brush, an egg whisk, and an egg separator.
Promising review: "Great quality!! I’ve been using them for a few months now and they are great! They clean up well with no spots and feel pretty sturdy while using for thick heavy foods. I also use some for sautéing and have had no heat issues or melting. I would definitely buy these again, but at this rate I won’t need to!" —Mizz87
Get a nine-piece set from Amazon for $13.97.
6. USA Pan sheet pans, which are known for their nonstick capabilities and sturdiness in extra hot ovens. Nonstick = less cleaning, which will make your life a liiiitttle easier.
Promising review: "These pans are very well made and seem very durable. They seem to conduct heat very evenly which is very important, but they also have an amazing nonstick surface that makes it a breeze to clean them. I was very impressed and I think they are well worth the money even if you only occasionally bake because they will last a very long time." —Z
Get a set of two from Amazon for $43.99.
7. A cutlery brush so you can easily wipe down the plethora of knives you've used instead of sticking them all in the sink and having to deal with them at the end of the day. Plus, the secure grip on the back will help make sure you don't accidentally nick yourself.
Promising review: "This product makes cleaning knives easy. The worst thing I do to my knives is leave them in the sink because I set them aside to wash with other dishes. This specialized tool makes it a cakewalk to do a quick pass on my knife right after I use it." —cooljames
Get it from Amazon for $8.95.
8. An electric potato peeler, which is 100% worth the counter or cabinet space it is going to take up. Not only does this peel potatoes with ~ease,~ but it can pretty much peel anything you could possibly want — apples, kiwi, oranges, tomatoes. Mashed potatoes, you've just met your match.
Promising review: "Love it! It's light and easy to use. When I use a potato peeler I was always peeling too much potato with the peel. This blade is fine and only gets the skin, in seconds. Except for the 'poles' of the potato but I don't mind. It's easy to clean if you have a sprayer to just rinse off the spikes where you insert your potatoes. Small enough and doesn't take up much room." —yestfl
Get it from Amazon for $19.98.
9. A jalapeno corer to quickly and easily rid your pepper of those seeds that no one actually wants to eat.
Promising review: "Where has this thing been all my life?? Omg, it makes making poppers so fast! And they look great! It even works on the small sweet peppers too. Use this thing to seed your peppers. Then place your filling into a pastry bag or even a Ziploc bag with the tip snipped off. Fill your peppers, and it makes it go so fast! Love love it! I’ve ordered one for my FIL too, as he also loves making poppers!!" —PotsyZebra
Get it from Amazon for $9.49.
10. A hand-powered chopper so you can stop risking your fingers and crying every time you need to chop up onions for your recipes. Bonus, you may be able to finally get your kids interested in cooking cause this is basically like playing with a fun wind-up toy.
Promising review: "This chopper is amazing!! I love cooking, but used to absolutely HATE chopping onions... until someone gave me this chopper! Now I simply have to quarter the onion, throw it in the chopper, pull the handle about 10–15 times, and they're ready to be used! No more teary eyes or spending a long time chopping onions. The cup is big enough to fit a whole onion... I think the capacity is 3 cups. There's tons of other uses to this as well... you can chop pretty much anything from herbs, veggies and fruits, to making salsa and guacamole." —Valjulia
Get it from Amazon for $15.78+ (available in three colors).
11. An electric knife you obviously need if you don't wanna serve a turkey that looks like it was mangled because you tried cutting it with a regular steak knife.
Check out a TikTok of the electric knife in action.
Promising review: "Super easy to hold and use, the on button is perfectly placed, and the blade length is just right for carving turkeys or large cuts of beef. Super sharp blades and a case with meat fork makes for a complete package." —john alexander
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two styles).
12. A sleek, magnetized dry-erase board so you can write down all your grocery lists and even plan out all the different courses you have to cook and what needs to be done for them.
Promising review: "I have it to write down things to buy. Very convenient and came with a good number of markers. It’s really simple to clean. I use a wet cloth when I don’t want to use the eraser and that work easy also." —Stephanie Rios
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
13. A food storage set made up of eight 30-ounce containers and lids so you are ready for allllll the leftovers you're about to have in your fridge.
Promising review: "Absolutely love this product! Makes storing and transporting my meals extremely easy and keeps everything fresh all week. Portion size is perfect. I fit a whole chicken breast plus rice in them with room to spare. The leak-proof design holds in freshness and gives me peace of mind when transporting them in my backpack. When all is done they are extremely easy to clean." —RJ
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three colors).
14. A snap-on pasta strainer so you don't have to worry about dirtying another dish or making room in your sink that's already overflowing.
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 $12.49+ (available in four colors).
15. An oil-less turkey fryer that is going to change the way you make turkey forever. And unlike frying a turkey traditionally, with this, you don't have to worry about all the ways hot grease could ruin your holidays.
Promising review: "You don't know what you're missing out on if you don't have one of these oil-less turkey fryers. As a northerner, my family was never one to fry turkeys for holidays. My husband is a Southerner and grew up with a fried turkey every Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner. Having moved up north to where I am from, he wanted to introduce my side of the family to fried turkey, but also wanted a healthier alternative. I purchased him this as an early Christmas present just before Thanksgiving, which made for perfect timing to fry a couple of turkeys. I think it ended up being the first Thanksgiving dinner that there was no turkey left. Everybody was wild about it — it was absolutely delectable! He has fried several since and is now the designated turkey fryer for holidays in our family. This is the perfect device to make perfect, healthier-for-you fried turkeys!" —Anna S.
Get it from Amazon for $99.99.
16. A nonstick harvest bounty loaf pan so your dessert looks like it came straight out of the Cake Boss' bakery.
Promising review: "I was worried that the cake would break when unmolded, but after a 15-minute cooling period I turned it over and it popped out, in perfect shape! Lovely and very impressive. This pan is amazing!" —Edit Purple
Get it from Amazon for $28.09 (also available with additional tools/mixes).
17. An 11-piece cookware set with a detachable handle made with a nonstick granite material so you don't have to worry about the dishes you spent hours cooking getting stuck to the bottom of the pan. And the detached handles make storage a ~breeze~ since you can easily stack the pots and pans to save space.
This set includes two frying pans, saucepans, two removable handles, fridge storage lids, silicone lids, and a saute pan.
Promising review: "I was looking for ceramic pots that are safe for the family and I but I was also looking for something that will save me space! These were the perfect find! They come with two amazing lids as well as lids to use in your refrigerator! Easy to put on the handles and they won't fall off no matter how heavy the contents are in your pot! We truly love these and will be buying more! These were even great for sauteing onions and browning them! Love these and would highly recommend!" —Areeba
Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in three colors and three set sizes)
18. A bamboo charcuterie board perfect for your elaborate pre-dinner spread. It even comes with a removable, magnetic holder that keeps four serving knives in place so you don't have to waste precious board space on serving utensils when it could be filled with cheese instead!!
This board is equipped with: a removable magnetic holder that keeps four serving knives and utensils upright and easily accessible. Two ceramic serving bowls for sauces and dips and six sampler forks compliment your decadent charcuterie tray.
Promising review: "This was a last-minute purchase for a party we hosted and the charcuterie was a hit! I loved the ramekins, spots for nuts and more, and the knife set is higher quality than what you would expect for the price point. Sharp and heavy. I do wish the ramekins were a little bit deeper, they’re quite shallow and probably meant for jams and honey but I wanted to use them for pickles and olives. I made them work, but it’s worth mentioning. The board was easy to clean and the small forks were a great accessory. I ended up using the fruit tray to hold a dip and crackers, it’s super versatile. I highly recommend this board for your own kitchen or as a gift!" —Gina DeLand
Get it from Amazon for $35.99
19. A vacuum wine saver so you can open both red *and* white wine to keep your guests happy without worrying that you'll have to dump them if any is leftover. This basically reseals the bottles and extracts excess air, which helps preserve the freshness.
This comes with two stoppers and one pump.
Promising review: "Save money by preserving your wine! I really enjoy a glass of wine some evenings, but just one glass (okay maybe two) is plenty. The problem always is that if you re-cork you might get one more day out of the bottle...What if I don't want another glass the next day? By the day after that, you would be really lucky if that re-corked wine was any good. With this product, you will never toss unused wine again. The vacuum seal really works at keeping out the air and preserving your wine so it remains as fresh as when you first opened it. Another feature is that the seal works so well that if you put your bottle back on its side in a rack or wine fridge, it will not leak. I am making this product my go-to hostess gift!" —T.K. Nagy
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in six colors).
20. A cutting board and strainer combo because your counters are gonna be *full* and you need to save space any way you can.
Promising review: "This is one of my favorite things I have purchased for our tiny apartment! It's a pretty good size cutting board and I can see it fitting over most sinks. I LOVE the bowl inside that can let wet ingredients drain liquid directly into the sink. It's seriously SO nice to have this when you're limited on counter space!" —Atara
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors).
21. A delicious collection of organic spices and seasonings so you don't worry about serving bland dishes to all your friends and family.
You can choose from a variety of combos, from special sea salts to BBQ flavors. They're from a small, family-owned business based in Jacksonville, Florida, that donates a meal to a child in need for each box sold!
Promising review: "The packaging was awesome! When you looked at the little glass jars, you expected there to be really great product on the inside — not some cheap spices you could buy at any local store — and that’s exactly what we got! I bought these as a Father’s Day gift for my dad who is an avid griller and smoker. All of the spices had a unique flavor that was very robust and distinct. I would definitely recommend this." —Stephanie Brosch
Get a box of five from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in nine flavor combinations).
22. And a set of the fanciest olive oil that comes with a bold olive oil for roasting, sauteing, stews, and soups and another that is a smooth cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil for salads, baked goods, hummus, and bread. So yeah, go ahead and toss that oil you bought just because it was on sale and get some that's actually good.
Brightland Co. is small business based in California.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Amanda Davis has these and says, "I've used these olive oils for everything from sautéing vegetables to dressing a salad. The taste difference in each is clear and both are SO good. As a person who would usually just grab the first olive oil I saw at Trader Joes, I can reaaally taste the higher quality ingredients. I've even ventured off to using their champagne and balsamic vinegar and OMG! It's all just *chef's kiss*. I highly highly recommend trying Brightland Co. for your kitchen endeavors."
Promising review: "I am on my third bottle of Brightland products and continue to be blown away by the quality and taste. The olive oil is incredibly fresh and has robust flavors that are soft, natural, and elevate all of my cooking from a simple egg to more intricate recipes. I also love the unique and elegant packaging as a minimalist. This company truly cares about the quality of their product and it shows in every bottle. I highly recommend Brightland to anyone looking for a top-notch olive oil." —Kaleigh
Get it from Amazon or straight from Brightland Co. for $74.
23. A pair of cut-resistant gloves designed to be four times stronger (!) than leather to help keep allllll your fingers safe, even if you have somewhat questionable knife skills.
Promising review: "I bought the gloves because I had two nasty cuts in quick succession from a cheese grater. Anyone who has had injuries to their fingers knows how difficult it is to continue to do everyday activities and meal preparation while still protecting your wound. I received the gloves quickly after my order and pressed them into use immediately that evening. I am most impressed. My fingers/hands were protected from my very sharp grater and knife while I prepared dinner. I bought two pairs, one to keep and one to give as a gift. I am now going to buy a third pair in a larger size for a friend who also likes to cook but suffers from occasional run-ins with mandolines, graters, and knives. Great product!" —O'Hare
Get it from Amazon for $13.49+ (available in sizes XS–XL, two styles, and multi-packs).
Check out BuzzFeed's full review of NoCry Cut Resistant Gloves for more deets.
24. An Angry Mama microwave cleaner that will help when you microwave your gravy a liiiitttle too long and end up with it all over the place. Just add water and vinegar, microwave mama, and watch the crud come melting off your microwave.
Once the microwave beeps, just open it up and give it a quick wipe-down. You'll be amazed at how easily everything comes off (and how little you have to exert yourself for it to happen).
Promising review: "I moved into this house over a year ago and haven't been able to get the gunk out of the top of the microwave no matter what I've tried. Used this ONCE, and it's more than halfway gone!! SOOOOOO HAPPY!! Didn't have to scrub very hard or anything; it just came right off. It'll need another time or two of use before it's all the way gone, but I can't tell you how impressed I am. It smells like vinegar when you're done, but not for very long. Super easy to use and definitely worth the money." —briona
Get it from Amazon for $6.89 (available in four colors).
25. Some reusable mesh produce bags so you don't end up with enough plastic baggies from the grocery store to fill your entire trash. And you can wash your produce right in the bag!
The set comes with four large bags, four medium bags, and four small bags.
Get it from our Goodful shop for $12.99.
26. A set of ~reusable~ beeswax food wraps made with fully biodegradable organic cotton, jojoba oil, and tree resin so you can stop using foil and plastic wrap that just ends up in the trash.
Bee’s Wrap is a woman-founded business that's been handcrafting their eco-friendly product in Middlebury, Vermont, since 2012. The company works closely with a number of environmentally conscious groups including 1% for the Planet, The Bee Cause, The Rozalia Project, and National Geographic.
Promising review: "Can't recommend these beeswax wraps enough. The antimicrobial aspect of the beeswax keeps fruits and vegetables super fresh for much longer than plastic bags. They keep bread soft and fresh for much longer than Ziplocs. They are so much better for the environment, and they can be reused for months. We have been using our set for almost two years and they are still as good as new. No waste! Just make sure to wash them with cool water, as warm/hot water will melt the wax." —Loop Publisher
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $14.89+ (available in seven designs).
27. A handheld garlic press so you can quickly and almost effortlessly mince up the copious amount of garlic you've decided this recipe needs. It also comes with a scraper so you don't lose even one precious piece of garlic.
28. A splatter guard to protect your stove (and arms) from all the bacon grease splatters when you're just trying to add a little ~pizzazz~ to your Brussel's sprouts.
Frywall is a New York-based small business that specializes in protective kitchen accessories.
Promising review: "I was frying chicken with lard, and I put too much in the frying pan. A few minutes after putting the chicken in, the lard began to bubble up, and if I hadn't had the Frywall in place, it would have spilled all over my stove. The Frywall creates a seal around my frying pan, stopping spillovers. Splatters don't escape, it's easy to work around it (turning my chicken over), and when I'm done, I just throw it in the dishwasher. If you do any frying at all, you want the Frywall. Helpful." —Carl G Brown
Get it from Amazon for $21.95 (available in four colors).
29. A two-stage knife-sharpener designed to give your old, dull knives the ~refresh~ they deserve. Plus it'll make your life a whole lot easier when you can just slice through an onion in one go instead of hacking it apart with what has essentially become a butter knife.
Promising review: "Wow, this little gadget is pretty amazing! I have some old (expensive) nonserrated knives that are supposed to never need sharpening but unfortunately, lost their sharp edge long ago. I saw this gadget and decided to try it. I set the bottom of this gadget on the edge of the counter and ran one of the knives through the side labeled 'coarse' about 10 times, then ran it through the side labeled 'fine' another 8–10 times. Bingo! The knife was transformed back to its former high-dollar cutlery glory. I could hardly believe how effectively it had sharpened the knife, which I had been ready to throw away a week before. I've been happily sharpening all our knives and trying to add up in my head how much money I've saved by NOT having to buy another set of expensive knives. I don't know where else you can spend $7 and get this return for the money. Great score!" —Schelly L. Wagoner
Get it from Amazon for $7.38+ (available in three colors and multi-packs).
Read our full review of the KitchenIQ knife sharpener for more info.
30. A steel odor absorber so you don't spend all of dinner stinking of garlic and onions. Rub this between your hands like a regular bar of soap, and you'll rid yourself of all that stank.
Promising review: "Definitely get one of these if you're thinking about it. I was skeptical, but it really works. I do a lot of cooking with garlic and onion and after one wash with this, my hands no longer smell like garlic or onions. Really worth having in the kitchen." —Nos
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
31. A six-pack of slow-cooker liners to create the easiest dish of all time. Just toss your ingredients on, turn it to low, wait a few hours and your food will be ready. And cleanup couldn't be easier, just toss the liners, and you're good to go!
Promising review: "Try these liners once and you will never use your slow cooker without them again. Pop one of these liners in and once your meal is ready you can easily lift the liner out and the mess goes with it. No more soaking and scrubbing. Just rinse it out with soapy water. I find these especially useful if I’m cooking up big batches and freezing part of the batch. I can pour right out of the liner into a ziplock bag. No messy ladling necessary." —landr007
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $3.57 (available in five versions).
Read our full review of Reynolds Slow Cooker Liners here (#4).
32. A pair of herb scissors perfect for anyone who doesn't have the patience or fine motor skills to finely chop a bunch of scallions to garnish their dish.
The scissors have five blades which do the work of 10 knives! They also come with a cleaning comb which makes it easy to get out every last bit of your herbs.
Promising review: "We use HelloFresh which has a lot of meals with scallions. My uniform knife-cutting skills are sketchy at best and I just knew there had to be a gadget out there that would make things easier. These herb shears are awesome! They make my life much easier. They are just like the description says, easy to use, easy to clean, and so far seem pretty durable." —Mike Taylor
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in three colors).
33. A game-changing electric can opener designed to eliminate *all* the struggle associated with using a traditional can opener. This one is magnetized to attach itself to the rim of any can, then you press the button and it'll rotate 360 degrees and pop the whole top right off. No more jagged edges to cut yourself on or giant appliances taking up your whole counter.
Psst – a lot of cat owners swear by this for opening cat food cans!
Promising review: "I just recently bought this can opener and I really loved it. It's convenient, hassle free, and not complicated to use. You just simply push the button and let it do its magic. I am really satisfied and would recommend this to my friends and family." —Erica
Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in seven colors).
The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.