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More Gadgets You Never Knew You Always Wanted

Convenient Kitchen Tools

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More great gadgets you always wanted but never really knew it. Stock up for shower favors, thank you or hostess gifts, gift baskets, stocking stuffers, or just for yourself - to help you in the kitchen!

1. Oxo Mini Chef Knife

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An extremely handy small knife that easily cuts cheese and chops vegetables with ease. The size of this knife and non-slip handle gives a good grip and better control, especially for those with smaller hands.

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2. Microplane Series 40020 Zester

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Another great gadget - a quality Microplane Zester that can be used over the bowl or in your hand to zest your favorite citrus fruit. Zesters are easier to store than most graters and have an edge that is designed for finer grating.

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3. Leifheit Nut Cracker

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The Leifheit Nut Cracker is a practical and handy tool for cracking nuts. The design of this cracker makes it easier to hold nuts safely in place while cracking.

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4. KitchenAid Silicone Spatula

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KitchenAid makes a variety of silicone spatulas in various colors. This traditional spatula is made of silicone, meaning that it can take the heat without melting. A really practical kitchen tool with a comfortable longer handle for ease of stirring. Read more about silicone utensils in Silicone Kitchen Tools.
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5. Stainless Wave Slicer

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Great tool for slicing fresh vegetables for garnish or salads. With wave slicers, you can add a decorative touch and enhance food presentation. You can also use a wave slicer to cut fancy sandwiches.

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6. Oxo Good Grips - Angled Measuring Cup

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A unique design for ease of use and of course a good grip. This Oxo Good Grips Angled Measuring Cup is a convenient baking tool that allows you to see the measurement from above the item.

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7. Adjustable Dredge Stainless Shaker

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These shakers are so handy in the kitchen. I keep one dredge shaker filled with flour for dusting baking pans or stews, one filled with icing sugar for dusting cakes or crepes, and a smaller one for cinnamon to add to French Toast or a special pot of coffee. This dredge shaker has an adjustable top so you can control the amount that you shake out.
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8. Mario Batali Copco Italian Kitchen Slotted Fish Turner

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A slotted fish turner so your fish fillet stays in one piece when you turn it over in the skillet. The Mario Batali Fish Turner would make a great stocking stuffer for the fisherman or home chef.

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9. Microplane Extra Coarse Grater

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When you want cheese or vegetables grated extra coarse, this Microplane kitchen grater would easily accomplish this task. This grater is made of stainless steel for durability and is designed for clog-free grating.

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10. RSVP Grapefruit Spoons - Set of 2

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For those who enjoy fresh grapefruit or oranges, it's a must to have a spoon designed for the task of removing morsels easily from the peel. These 18/10 stainless steel spoons with riveted handles would make a lovely tie-on gift.

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