These goodies are low on cost, but rank high on every food lover's holiday wish-list. Each item is tailored to make everyday life in the ktichen that much more enjoyable.
Dreamfarm Smood
It's winter, and lots more than potatoes could use smashing: Try roasted squash, parsnips, turnips, and carrots.
Price: $20
Shop: Dreamfarm
Joseph Joseph Rolling Pin
The adjustable rings on this roller ensure that the crust comes out a uniform 1/4-, 3/8-, or 1/16-inch thick.
Price: $20
Shop: Macy's
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BeaterBlade Pro
The nifty silicone trim on this blade cuts down on the need to stop and scrape the bowl.
Price: $30
Shop: Amazon.com
Sagaform Salad Dressing Shaker
Toss the old pickle jar and shake salad dressing with this: It's elegant enough to bring to table.
Price: $24
Shop: Grounded
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OXO Hand-Held Julienne Slicer
For when you feel the irresistible urge to reduce a carrot to tiny strips. Or some celery root.
Price: $15
Shop: OXO
Kuhn Rikon Slim Flexi Turner Colori
This flipper is flexible. Also, narrower than your usual spatula, for getting under foods in a small or crowded pan.
Price: $14
Shop: Kuhn Rikon
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