Recommend useful kitchen or household gadgets/tools that make your life easier

I just got these new snapware food containers that are awesome because you can write on the list with a dry-erase marker - which is helpful for dating leftovers or write heating instructions.

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02/27/2014 18:08

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write on the lid*

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02/27/2014 18:58

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Anonymous wrote:Microwave splatter screen
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009ETS0A/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Silicone lids (to replace using plastic wrap, and can also be used as a microwave splatter top)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009V8V4P2/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Sugru self-setting rubber (for repairs and all kinds of stuff)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007VXJM58/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Love these dipping cups that attache to plates/bowls
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F215YC6/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004S67ULE/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

silicone microwave mat
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I1ZUVK/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i03?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Clean/Dirty diswhasher status magnet
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C5LAU1Q/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Pot/Spoon clip
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B7HPADM/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Skoy cloths (to use in place of paper towels)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00275BB6S/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i03?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Citrus peelers (saves my fingernails)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/7500667345/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i06?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Can we be friends? Love these gadgets- have some of these too!

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02/27/2014 19:24

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Anonymous wrote:Screw oven mitts and whatnot. Wedling gloves are where it's at. Mine are going on three+ years now and it so much better than anything else I've used:
http://www.amazon.com/US-Forge-403-18-Inch-Welding/dp/B00164QVI4/ref=pd_sxp_f_pt

Sous Vide is awesome if you're really into cooking:
http://www.sousvides.com/

Immersion blender:
http://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-CSB-76BC-SmartStick-200-Watt-Immersion/dp/B000EGA6QI

Way better than any torch you can pickup at Williams Sonoma or similar. Seriously get this if you torch anything ever:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bernzomatic-PK1001KC-Plumber-s-Kit-330981/203368715?N=5yc1vZbqmd

And ice cream maker is always fun as well for impressing people at parties assuming you actually make a good custard base and a unique flavor

This recipe has always been a hit:
http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2012/04/bi-rite-creamery-san-francisco-salted-caramel-ice-cream-recipe.html

I really, really, really like cooking and gadgets are fun as hell. Those above are my favorites.

Damn, are you cooking or trying to burn down the kitchen?

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02/27/2014 19:37

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I use our apple slicer several times a week when I make kids lunches.

Something like this:
http://www.amazon.com/OXO-Grips-Apple-Corer-Divider/dp/B00004OCKT/ref=sr_1_12?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1393547786&sr=1-12&keywords=apple+peeler+corer+slicer

I just wish it would peel it as well.

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02/28/2014 19:09

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Thermapen

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03/01/2014 14:08

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http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001VC6PSC/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=2G572DUF7AFTE&coliid=I1ALB8ILC5BJGL

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C793H6Q/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=2G572DUF7AFTE&coliid=I2OJ1MRGHZHDAU

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CAWQXC/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=2G572DUF7AFTE&coliid=I1J81U7ZZJ0PTT

http://www.everythingkitchens.com/cuisipro-3-piece-scoop-bowl-measuring-set-747312.html?gclid=CLeGv-388bwCFc9lOgod6hkAVg

http://www.teavana.com/tea-products/tea-makers-infusers/p/blue-infusion-tea-pitcher-large Great deal!

http://www.amazon.com/Takeya-81069-T-Fruit-Infuser/dp/B00C75KP8I/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1393700769&sr=8-12&keywords=takeya

A couple make my life easier but the others are just cool gadgets that make me happy!

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03/01/2014 23:19

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
Immersion blender:
http://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-CSB-76BC-SmartStick-200-Watt-Immersion/dp/B000EGA6QI

I have been using my immersion blender constantly recently - I use it to puree soups and sauces (my kids don't like tomato chunks in their spaghetti), and it is really amazing for getting lumps out of gravy. I have also been grabbing a using it to scramble eggs and to finely chip onion and garlic. The clean up is so much easier than a big blender, mixer,

Also great for baby purees! Love the immersion blender.

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03/01/2014 23:21

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For chopping: http://www.amazon.com/Vidalia-Chop-Wizard-VOWR-2/dp/B000I6JZWA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1393733882&sr=8-1&keywords=vidalia

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03/02/2014 00:42

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I don't know what I'd do without my banana slicer

http://www.amazon.com/Hutzler-571-Banana-Slicer/dp...keywords=kunzler+banana+slicer

You, PP, are awesome. There is nothing better on the internet than the comments on the 571.

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03/02/2014 00:57

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Hitachi Magic Wand

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0089175GE?cache=2fae6b132f737239738a9b8306a12ca0#ref=mp_s_a_1_1&qid=1393739663&sr=8-1

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03/02/2014 01:05

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Anonymous wrote:
Clean/Dirty diswhasher status magnet
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C5LAU1Q/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

We actually prefer to use an old small jar. Put it in the front corner of your dishwasher. When the dishwasher runs, the jar will fill up with water. When you empty the dishwasher, empty the jar. If the jar has water, the dishes are clean. If the jar is empty, the dishes are dirty. Works great and it's FREE.

But, another vote for the immersion blender.

Things I use all the time:
- silpat
- small whisk
- mini silicon tongs
- microwave covers
- small strainer/collander

Do you get the idea I like smaller sized objects? I often cook/prep for one or two and I love the smaller items that work well for smaller portions. They're easier to clean and don't fill the drainrack as much.