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Meal prepping doesn't have to take forever thanks to these handy kitchen tools.

Promising review: "I bought this to cut holiday ham and turkey. It's not heavy. It's comfortable and easy to handle. The blades are super sharp, so they made light work of my holiday meals. Not only that, I use it to break large slabs of raw meat into 1-inch cubes for recipes. It couldn't be easier. Time saver for sure. No more doing it the hard way!" —CHERYL A.

Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in two colors).

Promising review: "I'm a seasoned cook, and I love long and complex recipes when I have time on the weekends or when I'm entertaining. But for every day, I need something that gets dinner on the table quickly. After getting bored with my usual 'simple' recipes and being too tired to cook long ones while pregnant, I turned to this cookbook. I'm so glad I did! Unlike many other cookbooks, there are actually a ton of different recipes here that appeal to me.

 "Everything I've made so far (chicken and biscuits, chicken parmesan, quick pasta bolognese) has been simple, quick, and tasty. That the ingredients are easy to find (like all ATK recipes) and don't rely on processed stuff are added bonuses (love that I can make a "from scratch" recipe in no time, without relying on 'icky' ingredients like canned mushroom soup). 

"And while I also love that most recipes say they serve four (vs. eight or more, which is too much for my small family), note that the servings are overly generous (my only gripe so far). Dishes that say they could serve four could easily feed at least six people — we've made many lunches and dinners from the leftovers." —Anj

This can measure wet ingredients from 1–15 mL and dry ingredients from ¼–1 Tbsp.

Promising review: "One measuring spoon to replace several...how can you go wrong? The two pieces are completely separate, so you can wash them thoroughly! Pleased with my purchase and the amount of room it just freed up in my drawer!" —zonneschijn

Promising review: "This food processor is a beast! Forget wasting time chopping and dicing. You can even put cheese in here. I'm glad I got the large. I cook a lot and it really has helped me save time while making dinner. It's expensive but totally worth it. I'm buying another for my parents!" —Tori Powell

Get it from Amazon for $169.95+ (available in four sizes and nine colors).

Souper Cubes is a US-based small business that specializes in bake-and-freeze storage products. 

Promising review: "So happy that I found these. I’m the only one in my household who enjoys soup year-round. Have you ever tried to make homemade soup for one? I say it’s impossible! But no longer. I can brew up the stock pot with bone broth or my favorite home soup. Fill up my Souper Cubes, freeze, pop out, store my goodies in a freezer bag, and I’m ready for the next batch!" —Debbie R. Texas

Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in five colors/patterns and as a pack of two).

Promising review: "I don’t know why I have waited so long to get a pair of these scissors. They are fantastic. Makes using fresh herbs so easy! It takes a few minutes to cut up any herb you need to use. It used to take me many minutes to cut up herbs with a pair of kitchen shears. I used to dread when a recipe called for a fresh herb to be chopped. Now that it’s so easy with these scissors, I enjoy making recipes with fresh herbs. They clean up nicely, and they provide you with a tool that helps you remove any excess herbs that may be stuck in the blades." —susan darrow

Get it from Amazon for $10.79 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "I had this little gem on my list for a long time. I thought I might need it, and I was right!! We eat a lot of cilantro, and this speeds it up 100%! Have used it a few times already. The blade is super short — it scares me! Totally worth the small price!!! Highly recommended!!" —Cheryl Oman

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available as a pack of two). 

The removable stoneware insert and glass lid are both dishwasher-safe!

Promising review: "Favorite kitchen appliance hands-down. So versatile and SO simple. Even if you can’t cook, this is the one for you. Throw in ingredients, leave it alone for like 6–8 hours, and boom. A whole meal and almost guaranteed leftovers (unless you’re feeding a big party, of course) 13/10 recommend. I’d give it 7 stars if I could!" —Angelia Averett

Get it from Amazon for $38.69+ (available in two sizes and five colors).

Promising review: "I absolutely love this cookbook! The recipes are simple, quick, and use minimal ingredients, which makes them perfect for busy weeknights. Every dish I’ve tried so far has been delicious and satisfying, and I appreciate that I don’t have to spend hours prepping or hunting for hard-to-find ingredients.

The instructions are clear and easy to follow, even for beginners, and the meals are hearty enough to feed a family or provide leftovers for the next day. I especially like the variety — everything from soups to casseroles to main dishes.

Overall, it’s a fantastic resource for anyone looking to make tasty, no-fuss slow cooker meals. Highly recommend!" —Lacey Canan

Promising review: "Love it! It's light and easy to use. When I use a potato peeler, I always peel 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

Thaw Claw is a Black-owned small biz that's been featured on Shark Tank, HSN, and Good Morning America!

Promising reviews: "This device, with its suction base and spread design, keeps the food item under its fingers to allow the thawing process to complete in less than half the time by just putting it in the water. And before you object, 'that’s not safe, the temperature will rise too much and promote bacteria growth' — I have ServSafe certs. I know my time and temperature levels, and they are nowhere near the danger zone unless you leave it for hours before cooking. I recommend this item for anyone, but especially anyone who has time constraints for evening dinner prep or any other time for that matter." —mudhen7

"This thing is excellent. I make my own dog food and frequently decide to do it at the last minute. This makes life so much easier. It really does allow the meat to thaw in about 15 minutes, which speeds up browning the ground meat. Thank you for a very simple but very much needed kitchen tool!" —JaneK

It also includes a tofu cookbook! BTW, TofuBud is a small biz based in San Francisco!

Promising review: "I went for many many years pressing my tofu the old-fashioned way, between two plates with a towel. I always thought that way was good enough, but I decided to try this, and I’m so happy I did. It is so much faster and better. It really does make the tofu taste better to be more pressed and firm. And no more accidentally broken pieces of tofu either. I’m so happy I got it. The recipe book is nice too. I have discovered some new ways to make tofu. I’m very pleased!" —timothy smith

Promising review: "My husband and I had a chance to use the Propressor garlic press for the first time this past weekend, and absolutely loved it! It makes cooking with fresh garlic incredibly easy and fast, and mess-free (and tastier than pre-minced preserved garlic in a jar). I also appreciate the product's minimalist design — it fits easily in our kitchen hardware drawer. A great product!" —Cymbeline

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in six colors).

Get it from Walmart for $118.43+ (available in two styles).

Promising review: "Just yesterday, I was using these claws to turn a roast I was browning, and I declared my undying love for them. Then I remembered I haven't yet written a review for them. They have seriously changed my life when it comes to cooking meat. Flipping a chicken, a goose, or a duck; turning a roast; transferring a roast from the rack onto the board for cutting; holding the meat steady while cutting — the claws do it all. They are like salad hands for your meat. Buy them and see your life change too!" —Anonymous

Get them from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in three styles).

Fullstar is a small business established in 2017 that specializes in kitchen gadgets. 

Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action. 

Promising review: "Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food, and it has a generous container." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $25.98+ (available in six sizes and four colors).

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 $30+ (battery-powered and rechargeable versions available).

It can prepare food up to 70% faster than other methods. It can keep food warm automatically for up to 10 hours, and it offers three temperature settings for sautéing and slow cooking. The inner cooking pot, lid, and steam rack are dishwasher-safe! Check out our Instant Pot review for more deets!

Promising review: "This is quite possibly the coolest, most versatile kitchen gadget I’ve ever owned. I love it so much that I’ve purchased two more for friends and relatives. What can it do? I think the real question is 'What can’t it do?' I truly believe you could replace every cooking appliance (including your oven and stove top) and do EVERYTHING in the Instant Pot. 

I purchased two sizes for my own use: the three-quart (which is my almost-everyday workhorse for two-person dishes) and the eight-quart (which I bring out for my dinner party dishes). Everything I’ve tried has been fabulous. In the realm of kitchen appliances, there is no better investment than the Instant Pot. Highly recommended!!!" —Stereoman

Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "This thing is awesome! Breading anything makes such a mess in my kitchen, but I absolutely loved being able to do everything in one container. I only tried a dry rub, but I was so impressed with how evenly it coated. Plus, being dishwasher-safe was a major bonus. Seriously considering getting some for gifts" —Susanne C.

Promising review: "I LOVE this thing! Breakfast has never been faster or easier! And it doesn't make a noise that will wake everyone up while I am mixing. The silicone tip is real silicone (for those wondering about the pinch test) and does well against cast iron. I have never been able to get my pancakes this fluffy until now! So great! Planning on buying more from this brand! It is also super easy to clean. The bottom comes off to fill it up and it turns into a holder for the bottle by setting the top into the bottom setting. It suggests putting in your liquid first then your mix, but if you're making a large amount, you might have to gently tap it a bit." —KC Hunter

Promising review: "I love eating raw bell peppers, and this handy gadget has been a real time-saver. Removes the core to make slicing up peppers much more efficient. Two thumbs up for this ingenious kitchen gadget." —I love Amazon

Note: If you're new to coring jalapenos, wear gloves and do not rub your eyes afterward.

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 goes so fast! Love love it! I’ve ordered one for my FIL too, as he also loves making poppers!!" —QueenRegina

It even has handy serving size holes on top so you can ensure that you're putting the right amount of noodles inside!

Promising review: "This little thing is great. I wish I'd bought it sooner. It's a very simple container with draining and measuring holes (for long pasta) in the lid. The container itself isn't anything special. Honestly, the part that makes it REALLY worth buying is the little instruction card. It accurately shows you how long to cook many different kinds of pasta, how much water to add, etc. It takes out all the guesswork, which saves SO much time. Every kind of pasta I've tried so far has come out perfectly al dente by strictly following the instructions." —T. B. H.

What's included: Large deep dish, large shallow dish, medium deep dish, medium shallow dish, and two small dishes. 

Anyday is a small, modern cookware brand from Steph Chen. If you need some inspiration, check out Anyday's dish ideas which include recipes from the likes of David Chang and Joshua McFadden!

Get a 14-piece set from Anyday for $220 (available in three colors and two smaller set sizes).

Promising review: "This KitchenAid stand mixer is absolutely worth it. It’s powerful, reliable, and makes baking so much easier and more enjoyable. The mixing is smooth and consistent, whether I’m making cake batter, frosting, or dough. It feels incredibly well-made and sturdy, and it saves me so much time and effort in the kitchen. If you love baking, this mixer is a must-have and a true kitchen staple. Super easy to use!" —Taryn

Get it from Amazon for $399.99 (available in 38 colors).

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 them (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 $23.95 (available in four colors).

Promising review: "Wow, wow, wow, I have no words to describe how great this product is. I'm a mom with a large family who cooks and bakes all the time, and there is never a time that something doesn't spill over, even when standing and watching the pot. With this, life has just gotten easy. I think I'm throwing out all my pot covers after using this." —Rackel

Get it from Amazon for $20.71+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "I use these mats several times a day. They make cleanup super easy, which is really important in my hectic life. They wipe off easily with just water." —Tasia Lung

Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.44+ (available in two styles and a pack of four).

Meal types offered: Gluten-free, dairy-free, meatless, calorie-conscious, and carb-conscious meals.

What does it include? Portioned and labeled ingredients, and instructions for your choice of meals that take 30 minutes or 15 minutes to cook. Oven-ready meals that simply need to be popped into the oven are also available!

Promising review: "Excellent flavors, easy to make, and a good variety of meals that arrive fresh and correctly prepared every time. Couldn't be more pleased. Has saved me time and money during the busy weekdays!" —Jessica

Get it from Home Chef starting at $9.99/serving.

Promising review: "I’m delighted with this brush. With the rise of popularity of sweet potato dishes, I didn’t want to lose nutrition by tossing the skins. The amount of dirt this removes from the surface actually surprised me. The grip is comfortable. Go ahead! Grab the brush and eat those skins!" —Jennifer Guerrero

Promising review: "MAKES SHREDDED CHEESE A BREEZE. This thing is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!! Absolutely AMAZING!!! We buy organic blocks of cheese, and it is a pain to shred. Not with this tool! It suction cups well to the counter and shreds an entire block in seconds! It is amazing!!!! It is really easy to clean, too! This tool is really worth every single penny! Would definitely buy again! I am recommending it to all my friends!" —Amazonuser

Get it from Amazon for $29.97+ (available in three sizes and 10 colors).

Just don't use it on any nonstick pans, of course — metal scratches 'em!

Promising review: "I love my cast iron skillet, but I always dreaded cleaning it, so it would make me think twice before deciding to use it over my regular nonstick pans. Turns out, this is what you’re *supposed* to be using to clean your cast iron skillet! The proof is in how simple and fast the cleanup is with this compared to other methods. I would recommend this to anyone with a cast iron skillet!" —B. T. Wade

Get it on Amazon for $17.99. And if you do get it, I recommend reading this review — I know it's long, but they offer some excellent advice on how to make the most of it.

Two Tumbleweeds is an Arizona-based, sister owned Etsy shop established in 2014 that specializes in products for foodies and people who like to cook.

Each set includes five main dice (protein, cooking method, grain/carb, herb, bonus ingredient) and four seasonal veggie dice. All you gotta do is roll 'em up and send them scattering and they will decide what kind of meal you should try to prep. Bonus — these are all naturally gluten-free, if you or a foodie you love has any dietary restrictions!

Promising review: "These dice got a good reaction from my partner! They love to cook but sometimes have difficulty coming up with ideas to try. They plan on using them for meal planning and trying different cooking methods. Thank you so much." —A Carruthers

Get it from Two Tumbleweeds on Etsy for $24.

All removable parts are dishwasher safe so cleanup is easy!

Promising review: "If you are looking for an easy way to make a breakfast sandwich, look no further. I wish I knew this product existed years ago! The bread comes out toasted, the meat was warm, the egg was cooked perfectly, and the unit was super easy to clean. I couldn’t be happier with how well this bad boy performed from start to finish. All I used was butter to prep the hot surfaces. After, I used a wet paper towel on the nonstick surfaces, and voila! A clean unit ready for another run. I LOVE this sandwich maker!!!" —Merc

Get it from Amazon for $36.81+ (available in six colors).

The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.

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