Nearly everyone’s kitchens are filled with the usual pots and pans, can openers, and utensils. However, there are probably at least 10 or more must-have kitchen gadgets you’re missing out on, like the perfect egg cooker (cooks a perfect hard-boiled egg every time) or mildew-resistant sponges. The kitchen gadgets listed below are all under $10 on Amazon and can be life-changing!
Vented, Easy Grip Microwave Cover
If you don’t already have a vented microwave dish cover, you need this in your life. It will cut down on the amount you have to clean your microwave and keep food from exploding everywhere. Not to mention, things just seem to cook a bit more evenly using this helpful “gadget.” Best of all, it is priced at just $9.99 at Amazon now.
Herb Scissors
People who use fresh herbs when cooking know how tiresome cutting those leaves up can be. For just $6.47 at Amazon, you’ll never have to chop herbs again. Instead, these scissors trim your herbs into the perfect size with little effort.
Mildew-Free Silicone Sponges
Sponges can be gross and they are a breeding ground for bacteria. These sponges are made of silicone, which prevents them from holding water too long and getting mildewy. Not to mention they are also dishwasher safe and odor-free. So, when you feel they need to be cleaned, you can pop them in the dishwasher. Get a three-pack of these long-lasting magical sponges for only $4.99 at Amazon.
Silicone Garlic Crusher
Peeling and cutting garlic can be a pain, especially if you don’t have a great set of knives. This garlic crusher gets ridof that headache and, because it is silicone, it will last years before needing a replacement. Oh, and it only costs $8.99 at Amazon now!
Fruit Slicer
Of the kitchen gadgets on this list, this is one of the most versatile. This tool will peel, divide, and slice an entire piece of fruit in just seconds. You can buy it for only $9.99 at Amazon.
Cookbook and Tablet Stand
Have you ever been looking at a recipe on Pinterest or video on YouTube while you are cooking? It can be extremely difficult to keep picking up your tablet to look at what your next step is. Not to mention, you can damage your tablet with ingredients or water. This is a wooden stand for your tablet or cookbook . Get it for $8.99 at Amazon right now.
Waterproof Instant-Read Meat Thermometer
Making sure your meat is at a safe temperature for eating is important. Sometimes, dial thermometers can be inaccurate. This waterproof, instant-read thermometer will let you know within seconds whether your food is done. Buy it for only $8.98 at Amazon.
Knife Spatula for Scraping Mayo Jars
Actually, spatulas are useful tools to have in your kitchen. And, scraping the mayo jar (or any condiment) is one of those unregretfully frugal things most of us do. Get even more from the bottom of the jar with this knife spatula. Get this mayo knife on Amazon for only $5.50.
Pineapple Corer
A pineapple corer is one of the more common kitchen gadgets on the list, but if you don’t have one, it could change your life! Cutting and coring pineapple can be a bit difficult and even dangerous. Grab one on Amazon for $7.33 and see how easy it makes the process.
Avocado Keeper
Avocado is hard to store or keep for an extended period of time. Fortunately, you can get an avocado keeper for about $6.33 at amazon and never waste one again.
Spice Organizer Rack
If you have a lot of spices and always feel they are unorganized, grab this spice organizer rack for just $9.99 on Amazon. It’s made of a durable and expandable metal mesh and can hold over 48 spice containers.
Silicone Egg Cooker
This one is truly a life-changer. Crack an egg into the silicone egg-shaped tool and then boil water (the silicone is safe up to 248 degrees Fahrenheit). You’ll never have to peel another egg again, making every single one perfect. Get a package of six for $8.99 at Amazon right now.
Apple/Pear Corer
Smaller fruits sometimes need coring as well, especially if you have kids. This tool makes that so much easier. Buy it now at amazon for only $5.95.
Vietnamese Coffee Filter Set
This is similar to a French press and can help you make a great cup of coffee every morning. It makes one cup at a time and is great for gourmet coffee lovers. Only $7 and available on Amazon right now.
The GRATE TACO Cheese Shredder
Cheese graters can be a bit difficult to hold, so the makers of the GRATE taco addressed that problem. After all, what’s easier to hold than a taco? You’ll have a much easier time grating cheese with this tool. It costs only $7.50 on Amazon.
Dusting Wand for Sugar, Flour, and Spices
Bakers will love this $12 Amazon tool. If you enjoy topping your cakes or baked goods with powdered sugar or cinnamon, this tool makes it so easy.
These are just a few of the best kitchen gadgets under $10 on Amazon. Readers, have you scored any other great finds on Amazon? Let us know in the comments!
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