Yay! Summer is (officially) here. What are you cooking? Literally. I'm super nosy when it comes to all things food. What? You haven't cooked lately? I get it. It's getting hotter and hotter outside, and the thought of turning on the oven isn't the most appealing. That's why I'm especially excited about the Ninja Foodi Indoor Grill, which is currently $190 off. No more steamy kitchens or having to fight bugs. It's truly the best of both worlds. This is just one of the kitchen deals I've got my eye on.
As a professional baker turned bargain hunter, I think I know a thing or two about what makes a good deal on quality cookware, kitchen tools, and appliances. This week I recommend checking out cult favorite Ninja Creami at its lowest price ever (homemade ice cream any time!). Plus, Cuisinart toaster ovens, which I use when I don't want to heat the house, are at their lowest prices this year. Plus, happy saving!
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Your outdoor space is too small for a grill, you don't want to fill your house with smoke, but you still want to eat those charred summer foods. This indoor grill grills proteins and vegetables with ease, but the smoke control system ensures you don't inhale soot while you cook. In addition to the grill plate, it comes with a flat-top griddle (smashburgers anyone?) that allows you to put up to six steaks at a time on the spacious cooking surface. Plus, it comes with a food thermometer for accurate results every time.
“I honestly prefer the meat and chicken I cook on it over the outdoor grill,” one shopper admitted. “The temperature is well controlled and the meat stays juicy. It's easy to use and I don't have to stand outside in the summer heat. I love the griddle function. Boneless chicken breasts are so tender and tasty when cooked on it! Wow!”
Check out our roundup of the best grills of 2024 for more information.
$180 on Amazon
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It's the season for delicious frozen treats. This hugely popular device will satisfy your sweet tooth cravings between trips to the ice cream truck. It can make everything from ice cream and sorbet to milkshakes. Just add your ingredients, freeze overnight, press a button and voila! You can even make your own custom ice cream with your favorite mix-ins. This is one of the best prices I've seen, so get yours today!
Check out our full Ninja Creami review for more details.
$149 at Walmart
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Henckels has been making knives for over a century, so they know how to put together a quality set. This best-selling collection is heavily discounted (about 60% off) and comes with nearly every type of blade a home cook needs: a 3-inch paring knife, a 5-inch serrated utility knife, a 7-inch Santoku knife, an 8-inch chef's knife, and an 8-inch bread knife. It also comes with six 4.5-inch steak knives, a professional-grade whetstone, kitchen scissors, and a hardwood knife block. Wow!
“I needed a good complete set of knives,” explained the shopper, “and after extensive research I decided on this one. The Henckels brand has a great reputation. They're well-balanced and each one does exactly what you'd expect them to do. They stay sharp longer than I expected. The wooden block looks great and fits perfectly on my countertop. This is a good investment that will last for years!”
Check out our roundup of the best knives and knife sets of 2024 for more information.
$143 on Amazon
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Not looking for an entire set? Slicing and dicing is a breeze with this affordable pair, also from Henckels, which includes a 5.5-inch and 7-inch Santoku knife set. The short, fine-edged blades are great for precision chopping and super-thin slicing, and the lightweight construction makes them easy to move.
“I bought this to replace my old knife,” said one satisfied customer. “It's so easy to use and cuts super sharp right out of the box. I love the two sizes, they both fit my hand well, and it's easy to grip and control while cutting.”
$25 on Amazon
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While it's certainly intended for an outdoor kitchen, one Yahoo writer calls it “the best fire pit for cooking.” If you envision summers filled with hot dogs, grilled veggies, and of course, s'mores, this is a backyard-worthy addition. The grill grates rotate for easy access, and the outer rim can be used to hold drinks and more.
Check out our roundup of the best fire pits for more information.
$95 on Amazon
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Do you want a hot cup of coffee on a sweaty summer day? Then you need something better! This two-in-one dynamo prepares both hot and iced drinks depending on your mood, giving you one less appliance to take up space in your kitchen. Thanks to the large water tank, you can brew up to three cups of coffee before needing to refill it, and it even comes with a cute little tumbler.
“This hot and cold coffee maker is super easy to use and brews quickly,” wrote one Caffeine Addict customer. “I love that this coffee maker has a sleek look, doesn't take up much space, is easy to use, easy to clean, brews efficiently and quickly, and lets you make a second cup without reheating. [and] It comes with a tumbler.”
$59 at Walmart
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Air frying is great until you have to wash the tray. Simply pop one BPA-free silicone liner in before cooking, clean off any messes, and toss it in the dishwasher when you're done, saving you the trouble. It's so much easier than scrubbing off caked-on grime. Fits 3-quart to 5-quart air fryers.
“The only thing I don't like about air fryers is having to clean them,” the foodie admitted. “You don't have that problem with this product. Your food will come out crispy just like it would if you cooked it without the air fryer.”
$7 on Amazon
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It's time to throw out all those loose food storage containers and replace them with this discounted set. Includes 12 round and rectangular containers that are clear so you can easily see what's inside. Made from borosilicate glass, they're dishwasher, oven, and microwave safe (lids not included). Tight silicone seals prevent leaks.
“I really love how versatile this container is,” one user raved. “The glass is sturdy and [the] The lid is easy to clean and doesn't stain. Neither the container nor the lid can be washed in the top rack dishwasher without warping. I even filled the container with soup and turned it upside down on the counter to test for leaks, and not a single drop escaped the seal.”
Check out our roundup of the best food storage containers for more information.
$30 on Amazon
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Faster cooking, a cooler kitchen. This compact appliance is a no-brainer, especially during the warmer months when using the oven is too much of a hassle. We've used it to cook everything from cakes and brownies to baked pasta, roasted tofu and vegetables. It heats up in no time and can hold a fair amount of food, from six slices of toast, a 12-inch pizza, or even a four-pound chicken. The LED display has six functions – toast, bagel, bake, grill, keep warm, and reheat – that's sure to get plenty of use out of this summer.
Check out our full review of the Cuisinart Deluxe Convection Toaster Oven for more information.
$144 on Amazon
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What is Le Creuset? I cook at home with Lodge Dutch ovens, which are just the right size for a small family. The smooth enameled interior is easy to clean, and the sturdy cast iron distributes and retains heat well. Plus, they're so pretty I don't mind putting them on the stove for everyone to see.
“Don't tell the KitchenAid mixer, I might prefer this one,” one reviewer joked. “I'm Greek and I cook a lot, and I've used it for everything from pasta dishes like manestras to deep-fried keftedes (meatballs).” [I’ve] Used [it] For baking! It's a great item for one-pot cooking. It's cast iron so it gets pretty hot, but the enamel makes it easy to deglaze and clean. I mostly use silicone and wooden utensils, but I've never chipped any of my metal utensils. …Lodge is a great brand for those of us who can't afford Le Creuset.”
Read our full Lodge Dutch Oven review to learn more.
$70 on Amazon
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A lot of my tableware comes from Target, but I'm absolutely smitten with this beautiful matte teal set. Wouldn't it look amazing on your summer dinner party table? It includes a dinner plate, a dessert plate, and four bowls, and the durable stoneware is microwave and dishwasher safe. There are no reviews yet, so I might have to write one first…
$58 at Target
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Rachael Ray, Ina Garten, Giada De Laurentiis, and even Reese Witherspoon use Boos Block cutting boards, so you know it's a quality product. With a large (20″ x 15″) cutting board like this, you can prep multiple ingredients on the same surface. It's also reversible, which is handy if you want to separate veggies from meat. It also has recessed handles on both sides, making it easy to transport.
“Great cutting board,” raved one shopper. “My apartment kitchen is super small, and after watching a few organization videos, I realized I should completely cover my small counter space with this sturdy cutting board. Why keep that dinky bamboo cutting board tucked away when I can use the entire cutting board surface for food prep?”
$125 on Amazon
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Hot oil splattering in your face is no fun. According to the manufacturer, this best-selling grease splash screen (about 70% off) can prevent up to 99% of liquids from escaping from your pans while you cook, significantly reducing the chances of getting burned (and keeping your stovetop free of grease stains). Plus, it stops odors from spreading around your kitchen and allows steam to escape, unlike a lid. It comes with little feet so you can lift up the mesh section and place it on your countertop, turning it into a cute little cooling rack. It also doubles as a strainer.
“I love this product!” one reviewer exclaimed excitedly. “Not only does it stop grease from splashing out of the pan and onto everything around it, but I haven't had any grease splatter or burnt since I started using it. I can leave the guard on my pan and it won't burn or explode. It's also easy to clean in the dishwasher and maintains its strength and shape between washes.”
$9 on Amazon
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Ina Garten herself is a fan of this wildly popular, all-purpose frying pan. Made from durable cast iron, this pan will last for years. It's pre-oiled so it can withstand the heat of any countertop, even campfire-safe. There's nothing better for searing meat to perfection, and from personal experience, it makes the best pancakes, too.
“It's already seasoned and I love it!” one Lodge lover wrote. “It's now my favorite pan. I keep it on the stove all the time because it looks so pretty. Nothing sticks to it, super easy to clean, conducts heat well, and is great quality. I'm sure it will be passed down for generations.”
Check out our full Lodge cast iron skillet review for more details.
$20 on Amazon
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