Kitchen Helpers
Cooking your own food allows you to know exactly what you’re putting into your body. It’s easier to cut down on calories and fat when you have control over what ingredients you use. But the kitchen can also be overwhelming, especially for a newbie chef. To make things a little easier, we’ve rounded up the best new kitchen gadgets that will help make your experience both easier and healthier. You’ll never choose fast food over homemade again.
1. Just a Spritz
Spraying instead of pouring oil with the Tabletop Oil Mister will remove extra fat from your dish. ($20; amazon.com)2. Keep It Clean
Wiping down your counter doesn’t always get rid of all the germs. WonderTop Food Preperation Area can be thrown in the dishwater when you’re done cutting and seasoning raw meats. ($100; amazon.com)3. Blend Together
The Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor can help you chop your salad, mash up potatoes, or make a cream-based soup. ($35; amazon.com)4. Have a Glass
Know what’s in your fruit juice (no added sugar!) by making it yourself with this Omega 8004 Nutrition Center Juicer. ($260;>amazon.com)5. Top It Off
The liquid topping on your salad could be sabotaging your weight loss. The Jokari Portion Control Dressing Lid helps make sure you use a healthy amount, not one drop more. ($11.50; amazon.com)6. Turn Up the Heat
The tough, non-stick coating on the inside of this George Foreman 4-Serving Removable Plate Grill eliminates the need for butter or oil. ($30; walmart.com)7. A Glass of Bubbly
Prefer seltzer to water? Go green by making bottles of the carbonated refreshment in your own home with the Cuisinart Sparkling Beverage Maker. ($80; amazon.com)8. Any Way You Slice It
Ordering takeout always seems easier than chopping your own veggies. That’s no longer the case with the Microplane Adjustable Slicer with Julienne Blade — one swipe is all it takes. ($30; amazon.com)9. The Choice Is Yours
Place your food in the NewWave 6-in-1 Multi Cooker’s removable basket and have the option to pressure cook, slow cook, or steam it. ($130; amazon.com)10. Can’t Touch This
Cool Gear EZ freeze collapsible salad kit is perfect for those who prefer to keep the different components of their meal from touching one another. ($16; amazon.com)11. The Chill Mill
I scream, you scream, we all scream for Yonanas Elite. Create your own frozen treat without all those ingredients you can’t pronounce. ($120; amazon.com)12. Rest Easy
Never sure where to rest your spoon after stirring up the food cooking on your stove? The Snug will hold it for you, without getting dirty. ($18 for 3-pack; amazon.com)13. Spin the Wheel
Cooking multiple dishes means the need for multiple spatulas, spoons and ladles. Have easy access to your needed utensils with the Joseph Joseph Elevate Carousel. ($50; josephjoseph.com)14. One-Pot Stop
Perfect for the manly man who isn’t comfortable watching over multiple pots and pans, the Stonewave Microwave Cooker prepares your main course and sides together. Plus it’s great for soup. ($24; stonewave.com)15. Eliminate the Grease
Tired of getting oil all over your stove as a result of spraying your pan? The OrGreenic Fry Pan has a non-stick surface so there’s no pre-coating required. ($23; amazon.com)16. Pulley System
Slicing, dicing and whisking has never been easier. Simply pull the string on this Tupperware Power Chef System to begin chopping. The faster you pull, the quicker it works. ($69; amazon.com)17. A Perfect Pour
The Solid Red Square Lemon & Lime Squeezer keeps seeds from falling into your dish. And your hands will stay clean and sticky-free, too. ($14; amazon.com)18. Slow and Steady
There’s nothing as tender as slow-cooked meat. Using the 360 Cookware 4 Quart Stainless Steel Stock Pot with Cover/Gourmet Cooker allows you to throw all your ingredients into one pot, leave it for hours, and come back to a flavorful meal. ($259; amazon.com)19. Chill Out
Make your own refreshment with this Takeya Flash Chill Iced Tea Maker. Simply place your favorite leaves into the infuser with enough room to expand, brew, chill, then serve! ($25; amazon.com)20. Herbal Remedy
Fresh parsley and basil are always better than bottled, but cutting them up can be tedious. Use the Microplane Herb Mill to do the job for you. ($25; microplane.com)21. Use Your Noodle
Even carbs are OK in moderation. Measure out a healthy serving size using the Jokari Portion Control Pasta Basket. ($16; amazon.com)22. Crush It
Yes, garlic tastes great and is good for you, but dicing it can be the pits. Joseph Joseph Easy Press chops up whole cloves for you by simply squeezing the handles together. ($20; josephjoseph.com)23. Weigh Your Options
Keep your meals proportional — carbs, protein, and fat — by measuring your portions with The Orange Chef Prep Pad. Its app counterpart can estimate calories, too, by telling it what type of food is on the scale. (preorder for $150, ships in Feb; theorangechef.com)24. Hot in Here
Steam rice or veggies to perfection in the LeKue Steam Case with Tray. When you’re done, throw it in the dishwasher for easy cleaning. ($30; broadwaypanhandler.com)25. Lock It Up
Leftover make a great lunch the next day. Store your creations in the Cuisinart Fresh Edge Patented Vacuum-Seal Food Storage System containers to ensure they’re fresh for the upcoming week. ($50; amazon.com)
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