10 Hottest Kitchen Gadgets of 2020

The year 2020 hasn’t given us much that we’re excited to revisit or review, but one thing it has given us is more time to play the roles of chef and “short order” cook in our own homes. Especially for those accustomed to eating out regularly, spending more time in the kitchen may have been a bit of a shock to the system. For others, though, being forced to stay at home ignited new hobbies and created opportunities to explore hidden talents and long-ignored interests. One of the most popular hobbies to spark during this time of unrest was cooking. And now that you or someone you know have become fully committed to this new passion, here are the 10 gadgets your kitchen needs.

Swiss Army Kitchen Tool | All in 1 Multipurpose Kitchen Gadget

Exceptionally convenient for the smaller kitchen with limited drawer or cupboard space, this item combines 8 separate culinary devices into one very accessible tool. Need to open a can of tomato sauce, grate a block of cheese, and then juice an orange before funneling it all into a measuring cup? Fine. This product alone can handle the whole operation. Although, culinary aficionados everywhere are wondering about how orange juice made it into that recipe.

The Heat is On | Instant Programmable Pressure Cooker

The person planning to sauté vegetables one night, pasteurize some goat milk the next, and then slow cook a hearty stew later in the week might assume at least three appliances are necessary. Well, that person would be wrong. Why purchase and stow away multiple appliances for your diverse culinary needs when there’s an extra-large pressure cooker with micro-processing technology available to give you the flexibility that your wide-ranging menu demands?

Hands-Free Cranking Power | Electric Automatic Can Opener

Sure, as is the case in several occupations, being ambidextrous can be a huge help in the kitchen, but how many people can make that claim? One of the persistent challenges related to cooking or baking is being able to handle multiple tasks at once without accidentally burning or slicing one of your own digits. This is where intuitive machines like this one can help. Designed, first, to be user-friendly, this device allows you to open any type of can with only one hand while also eliminating the sharp edges that typically remain along the sides.

Nothing is Rotten in Denmark| Breville Stainless Steel Juicer

Because they harvest the tastiest portion of fruit and vegetables in the most palatable way, while maintaining the essential fiber and nutrients, juicers have been a popular addition to most kitchens since Jack LaLanne started pitching them 50 years ago. What separates this one from the rest, though, is the reinforced titanium cutting disk and micro mesh filter that allows you to extract both a higher percentage of juice and all the healthy stuff that comes with it.

Get Rid of the Excess Water | OXO Steel Salad Spinner

Nothing makes a salad less appealing than wet leaves. The lettuce looks and feels soggy, and the water prevents dressing from adequately sticking to the leaves while also diluting it. Using centrifugal force, this spinner not only eliminates moisture, but it also serves as storage and as a spinning colander for when you wish to improve the texture and quality of your raspberries or blueberries!

These Spoons Don’t Play | Set of 9 Measuring Spoons

Designed with the serious baker or chef in mind but priced for your home, this set of chrome plated stainless steel measuring spoons will be the last ones you’ll have to purchase. Unlike standardized round spoons which can be awkward, the narrow design and longer handles allow for the accurate measurement of both dry and wet ingredients and effortless interface with any container or spice jar you might have on your shelf.

Put Away That Knife | Good Grips Corn Stripper

Stripping corn has never been a stress-free task. Often, those who attempt to remove kernels from a cob end up with not only a sizeable knife hesitantly placed against an oblong object but also with a significant mess in the aftermath. This durable, stainless steel stripper is ergonomically designed to remove not only five rows at a time but also any reluctance on the part of the user.

A Steaming Cup of Good Morning! | Keurig K-Cafe Coffee Maker      

For those days when your average cup of Joe won’t do, or for those evenings when dessert is best served in a liquid form, this machine does it all. Thoughtful and efficient features such as a large reservoir tank and smart start technology make your mornings simpler, but Keurig has also considered the broad appeal of specialty drinks when designing this machine. Now, you can use any K-Cup pod to make a hot or iced latte or cappuccino at the push of a button.

Making It Crispy Without the Oil | Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer   

The latest rage in kitchens around the country is finding ways to imitate that favorite texture and flavor of fried foods without all the unhealthy attributes that usually come with it. Hence, the advent of air fryers which circulate heated air in a small space to generate a crispy outer coating on your food while leaving the inside soft and delicious. Taking this process one step further, this product offers 7 pre-programmed options that allow you to toast, dehydrate, rotisserie, and more.

Cook Two Dishes at Once | Pressure Cooker Instant Crock

This product may be the ultimate kitchen “hack.” Especially useful when more than one entrée needs to make a simultaneous appearance on the table, a skill even the most adept at-home chefs struggle to perfect, not only does this machine offer multiple cooking features and 19 smart programs for everything from oatmeal to poultry, but it also lets you cook two distinct portions of your menu at the same time. So, if you’re looking to put both protein and a side on the plate without a delay between their arrival, this product ensures you can make that happen.

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