Housewares and kitchen appliances make terrific gifts, some of which are great time savers. Here's my top picks of housewares and appliance gift products under $40 that are sure to please.
1. Ginsu Kotta Series Stainless Santoku & Cutting Board Set
A handy and practical Santoku knife that stores inside a hardwood cutting board. The board is designed with a cut-out handle so it can be hung or carried. The knife is made of quality Japanese steel and performs well. A nice set at an affordable price.
3. Thermos Nissan Stainless Steel Carafe TGS1000
A beautifully designed insulated carafe that is just right for keeping coffee hot and ready while entertaining and serving your guests. Durable stainless steel and 1.1 Qt Capacity - elegant yet practical. Great gift for those who love having coffee out on the terrace.
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4. Chill Out & About Food Serving System
A stay-cool food serving system that keeps small salads, cheeses or dips cold for hours on the buffet or food table. Great for entertaining in or out, or for taking on a road trip, in the boat or RV.
5. Le Creuset 2 Qt Stoneware Batter Bowl
Batter bowls are traditional kitchen essentials and this Le Creuset Stoneware Bowl has all the makings of a durable and functional mixing bowl, with a handle and handy pouring spout. This size of bowl is very convenient for mixing small batches such as pancakes and muffins. The spout makes it easy to pour batter into tins or pudding into dessert dishes.
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6. Hot Cottage Collectibles by C. Dianne Zweig
A delightful read and good identification guide for vintage collectibles. It includes values and historical information, and contains over 300 pages of glossy color photos. There's also information on how to display collectibles and create a cottage style.
7. Hamilton Beach Single Serve Blender 51102
The right gift for those who love making smoothies or blending a protein drink for their morning commute. The single serve set comes with two blending cups, so they can share with their passenger. A compact blender that stores easily and has enough power to blend ice in a frozen drink. It's the same blender as model 51101 with the addition of a second blending cup.
8. Egg & Muffin Toaster by Back to Basics
The Egg & Muffin Toaster is a great appliance for making that quick egg and muffin sandwich before running out the door. Functions can be used independently and toaster can poach an egg, or boil 4 eggs while the bread/muffin are toasting. It's a fun appliance to use and a practical gift for a single person or student.
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9. George Foreman The Champ Grill With Bun Warmer
The Foreman Champ Grill is great for healthy grilling of your favorite foods and it even includes a bun warmer. This grill has the capacity for one or two meat items. With a nonstick coating, this grill would be easy to clean.
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10. Play & Freeze Mega Quart-Size Ice Cream Maker
This Play & Freeze Ice Cream Ball is a larger model than the original. It's a whole new way to make ice cream and add fun to your next family gathering. Add ingredients to the ball, and shake and roll it for a few minutes - and you have about a pint of soft serve ice cream. A real fun product to get all the family giggling.
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