There's no need to splurge on expensive appliances to make meal preparation much easier. With just a few key tools, you can minimize prep time and maximize fun. simply Host Hayley Cairo shares her favorite small tools for making a big impact. Bonus? You can get all five for about $100 total.
This combo set will help you avoid waste. The dispenser lets you pour without spilling, and the reusable mister is perfect for prepping your favorite oil for baking or cooking (without blowing out a disposable dispenser).
Mezzaluna and herb stripper
Mezzaluna's sharp double blades quickly prepare fresh herbs and vegetables, and the included herb stripper removes leaves from each stem in no time.
You can skip the hassle of a garlic press or the painstaking (and fragrant) process of chopping garlic by hand. This simple kitchen tool lets you cook garlic just the way you want it with just one or two twists of the sharp blade.
Splashes may occur and stain the stove. This heat-safe silicone cone helps contain the worst splashes, is dishwasher safe, and easily folds up when you're done using it.
bag sealer
Keep your snack bags fresher (and pest-free) with this clever tool. One side has a blade to easily open the bag, and the other side has a sealer mechanism to close the bag when you're done.
