Gift Ideas for the Kitchen

The holiday shopping season has arrived faster than we could have asked for it to come. Don’t make holiday shopping stressful by waiting until the last minute. Plan ahead and get that gift list checked off now. We have gathered some helpful gift ideas for the kitchen to make your gift shopping a breeze.

It’s hard to go wrong with kitchen related gifts. Even people that don’t cook have to eat and every house has a kitchen. These gift ideas for the kitchen are sure to please anyone on your list.

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Instant Pot

Are you wondering what all the craze is about an Instant Pot? An Instant Pot isn’t just an electric pressure cooker, it is several kitchen appliances in one little package. This amazing appliance can also be used as a slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, yogurt maker, sauté pan, and a warmer. Minimize your appliances, save money and free up counter space by buying this Instant Pot.

Cast Iron Skillet

A cast iron skillet has got to be the most versatile skillet in any kitchen. From the cooktop to the oven to the barbecue grill or even over a campfire, this skillet can take the heat and the abuse. It is indestructible, naturally non-stick and incredibly economical. If you buy just one, we recommend a 10-inch skillet but if you want to make a great kitchen investment, purchase a whole set of cast iron cookware.

Soap Caddy

Gift ideas for the kitchen don’t have to come with a big price. This trio of soap and lotion comes in a handy little caddy and makes a pretty display on the counter.

Immersion Blender

We love our immersion blender and there is no doubt that it will make a great gift idea for someone on your list. It is a light-weight hand-held, multi-tasker that will save you time and cleaning. One of our favorite things to do with an immersion blender is to use it for pureeing things like this creamy roasted tomato basil soup. But it’s not just good for pureeing soup. You can make aioli sauce, smoothies, salsa, whipped cream, or even apple butter. It’s a good thing.

Dutch Oven

A Dutch oven really should be in every kitchen. I’m telling you, all kinds of magic has happened in our Dutch oven. From a crusty sourdough bread to savory red wine braised beef short ribs, a Dutch oven will perform well every time.

Cutting Board

A great cutting board will protect your countertops and help prevent your knives from going dull as fast. We have been ogling this beautiful two-toned bamboo cutting board with a lovely inspirational engraving. For under $20, you might want to grab a couple of these.

Mandoline

A mandoline will create incredibly thin and perfectly uniform slices of fruits and veggies. From paper-thin slices of potatoes to Julienne slivers of carrots, it will be perfect every time. Most Mandoline slicers come with a guard to protect fingers from being sliced with the vegetables but for extra protection, we recommend these cut resistant gloves. Package them up with the Mandoline and show someone you really care.

High Powered Blender

I have to admit, when we first bought our Vitamix, I had doubts that it was really worth the price tag. My doubts were proven wrong, I just love how much mileage I get out of an extra powerful blender. It may not be an absolute necessity, but it sure can make some creamy smoothies. If you know someone that wants an extremely powerful blender that will crush anything in its path, this is the blender.

Rolling Pin

Every kitchen needs a rolling pin. This one makes it easy to roll dough out to a precise thickness. With removable discs, you can adjust the rolling pin to give you perfectly even cookies and pie crust.

Food Processor

Out of all the gift ideas for the kitchen, a food processor is one of my favorite suggestions. Seriously, if you don’t have one then get one for yourself while you buy one for that special person on your shopping list that doesn’t know what they are missing. Maybe they do know what they are missing and they are waiting for you to get this for them. It does everything and it is amazing. It chops, grinds, purees, blends, grates and does all sorts of wonderful things. I have tried a few different brands and really love the Cuisinart for its power and durability. If you can spring for a little more $$$ then get the 14-cup Cuisinart.

Panini Press

A panini press isn’t just for paninis. Stick a hamburger patty or a chicken breast in this baby and it will cook twice as fast since it is cooking both sides at once. Grill up vegetables in a flash, cook bacon without curling, make crispy hash browns, crunchy quesadillas, or grill a slice of pound cake and then top it with a scoop of ice cream. Mmm good!

Stand Mixer

Earlier I mentioned that the food processor was one of my favorite suggestions, but this stand mixer is a close tie. Out of all the small appliances in my kitchen, my KitchenAid stand mixer has the most hours of run time. I can cream butter and sugar for 5 minutes while I’m washing dishes or prepping cake pans. Just let the mixer do its thing while you do your thing.

What are your favorite gift ideas for the kitchen? We would love to hear from you. drop us a comment below.

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Wusthof 8-Inch Chef’s Knife

If I could only choose one knife to use in my kitchen, it would be a chef's knife. This is an all-around, multipurpose knife that will get used every day. It is definitely worth getting a good quality chefs knife. A good knife can be pricey but buy one at a time and build your set. If you really want to splurge go ahead and get a complete knife set.

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Wusthof Electric Knife Sharpener

There is nothing more frustrating (or dangerous) than a dull knife. Keep them sharp with a good knife sharpener.

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Lodge Enameled Dutch Oven, 6 Qt.

A good 6-quart Dutch oven will get used for everything from searing, to baking bread, to slow-braised fall-off-the-bone short ribs. You can even use this on an open fire pit for your next camping trip!

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A lodge cast iron skillet with a glass lid.

Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet (12-Inch)

A cast-iron skillet stands the test of time. This is easily the most used and abused skillet in my kitchen but it looks the same today as it did when I bought it 10 years ago.

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White and black slow cooker by Crock Pot.

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Programmable Slow Cooker

A slow cooker is pretty indispensable and has so many uses. From soups and stews to meat that will shred with a fork, this is a set it and forget it kitchen appliance.

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Cuisinart 1-1/2-Quart Saucepan

It might be called a saucepan but it is used for sooo much more than making sauce.

Steamed vegetables
Hard-boiled eggs
Rice
Making soup
Cooking pasta

Really the list is endless. Every kitchen needs a saucepan and since it is such a work-horse, make sure it is good quality and lasts a lifetime.

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ThermoPro meat thermometer with two probes.

ThermoPro TP20 Wireless Remote Digital Cooking Food Meat Thermometer

Our favorite meat thermometer is not only affordable but it works indoors or out on the grill. We like this thermometer because you can stick it in the meat and close the oven or grill while you keep an eye on the temperature. You don't have to open the oven door frequently which lets out all the heat. Never overcook (or undercook) your roast again.

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An instant Pot electric pressure cooker.

Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker

Electric pressure cookers have become all-the-rage but there's a good reason for that. One of our favorite uses for our Instant Pot is to make quick work out of cooking dried beans. It's a life-saver too if you forgot to thaw your chicken before you left for work. Just toss in some frozen chicken and you will be ready for shredded chicken tacos in no time.

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A long microplane zester with fine grates.

Deiss PRO Citrus Zester & Cheese Grater

We love our microplane zesters and they aren't just for making orange zest (which they do very well). One of our favorite uses is to grate frozen ginger root. Buy fresh ginger, stick it in the freezer, take it out whenever you need a few teaspoons of grated ginger. Another favorite use is with fresh nutmeg. You won't believe the difference in flavor between freshly grated nutmeg and the pre-grated stuff.

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Cuisinart DLC-10SYP1 Food Processor, 7 Cup

A food processor is one of our favorite kitchen helpers. It is like having a sous chef in the kitchen with you. Grate cheese in a flash, make fine powder out of almonds (or keep it going and end up with almond butter). Shred, chop, slice, mix: do it all in the nick of time.

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Cuisinart Smart Stick hand blender, 2018, Silver

Our favorite use for an immersion stick blender is to puree hot soup while it is still in the pot. It is so much quicker than scooping it into a regular blender. The cleanup is a breeze too. But there are more uses for a stick blender: salsa, smoothies, whipped cream, aioli, pesto.

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