Finding the perfect gift for someone who loves to cook without spending a fortune isn’t always the easiest thing to do. With so many options on the market, it’s hard to know if your purchase will be well accepted by the receiver or if it’ll just get tossed to the side never to be opened or used. Here’s a list of kitchen gadgets that are $20.00 or less and useful.
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Holiday Kitchen Tools
Find useful tools that make the perfect gift for home cooks.
World Market Blue Ceramic Mason Jars Measuring Cups
This stylish mason jar holds beautiful measuring cups all in one place.
ZYLISS Burger Press, Hamburger Patty Maker, Adjustable ¼ lb and ½ lb
Make perfectly formed burgers and patties with a burger press. This press let's you choose between ¼ lb or ½ lb burgers. Use this to make a delicious Turkey Burger
Bamboo Book Stand with Adjustable Book Holder Tray and Page Paper Clips
Follow along with your favorite cookbook recipes in the kitchen with this bamboo cookbook holder. The metal flaps at the bottom hold the pages perfectly in place. It can also be used to hold your tablets or phones. Here's a list of cookbooks I recommend for beginner cooks.
Indoor Herb Garden Starter Kit - Certified 100% USDA Organic Non GMO Basil, Cilantro, Parsley, Sage, Thyme
Grow your herbs indoor and have a supply of delicious herbs to season your favorite recipes.
Reusable Metal Straw With Case - Drinking collapsible reuseble
Although this metal straw has nothing to do with cooking, any home cook would appreciate this handy tool. Metal straws are good for the environment and cut down on the waste of plastic straws. This foldable straw is perfect for taking with you and using it in your favorite drinks. It’s the perfect stocking stuffer.
Good Cook 25739 Touch High-Temp Hamburger Meat Chopper
This is perfect for chopping meats and getting them perfectly crumbled in the skillet. See it in action is this Sausage Gravy recipe.
Angry Mom Microwave Cleaner
This cute angry mama does a great job cleaning a dirty microwave. All you need is vinegar, water, and a cloth to easily clean with this mama.
Hotec Stainless Steel Kitchen Tongs Set of 2
Food tongs are essential items when it comes to flipping and moving foods while cooking. These stainless steel ones are durable and would be much appreciated by any home cook.
MERCIER Professional Needle Meat Tenderizer
Get rid of the huge mallets and invest in a small and handheld meat tenderizer.
Silicone Utensil Rest with Drip Pad for Multiple Utensils at Once
This multi-utensil rest is perfect for home cooks. No more laying dirty utensils on the counter with this kitchen tool. Keeps your kitchen tidy and neat while you are cooking.
6 Quart Blue Kitchen Collapsible Colander with Extendable Sturdy Handles
This colander clings on to your sink making it hands-free. It’s perfect when you need to drain a huge pot of pasta and don’t want to hold a colander in one hand.
3 PCS Cookie Scoops for Baking Include Large-Medium-Small Size
Cookie scoops can have many uses around the kitchen and having different sizes are helpful to any home cook.
Garlic Press. Stainless Steel Mincer & Crusher With Silicone Roller Peeler
Mince fresh garlic in seconds with this handy dandy device.
Reusable Silicone Food Storage Bags Set of 6
These Silicone Food Storage Bags are perfect for the home cook who wants to store food in baggies without using disposable bags. These bags provide a great seal and are reusable.
Digital Multifunction Kitchen and Food Scale
Kitchen scales aren’t just for bakers. Home cooks can find kitchen scales useful in measuring out ingredients for their favorite recipes or for storing foods in a pre-measured amount.
J says
Thank you so much for this!!!!!