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Jennifer here to share with you about some amazing items that will make the back to school transition so much easier. We were provided with an item to give away however, all opinions remain our own.
Can you believe that in about 9 days August will be gone and September will be here? I just cannot believe how time has flown by.
The kids in my area have now been in school for about 3 weeks. Families are getting into routines, schedules are getting fuller, and honestly — that is just life.
We are gearing up to start homeschooling next week. I know that when we start, it’s going to get hectic around here. Because of that, I am on the lookout for anything that can help me whip up quick and delicious meals for my family. I refuse to be another drive thru mom.
Here are 5 gadgets that will help you whip up quick meals this Back to School season.
IMUSA Stainless Steel Mini Casserole Egg Pan
The IMUSA Stainless Steel Mini Casserole Egg Pan is a unique pan that is ideal for making breakfast in just minutes. Unlike other egg pans, the lid provides a uniform cooking surface and delivers even heat distribution, cooking the perfect fried egg every time. The cool touch bakelite handles are easy to use and the nonstick cooking surface allows for easy cleanup. Available at Target.com for $12.79
IMUSA’s Orange Silicone Rim Non-Stick Caldero
IMUSA’s Orange Silicone Rim Non-Stick Caldero will be a parent’s go-to cookware choice, as it allows for cooking anything from rice and soup to stews and roasts. The lid’s silicone rim seals in freshness while cooking, while the silicone knob stays cool ensuring safety and ease. The caldero’s non-stick interior promotes healthier cooking, as well as a fast and easy clean up- so parent’s have more down time to relax after dinner! Available at Macy’s for $50.00
T-fal Ultraglide Easycord Iron
Okay– so this will not help with dinner, but it will help cut down on your laundry time. Perfect for helping parents reduce the time spent on laundry, the T-fal Ultraglide Easycord Iron makes it quick and easy for wrinkles to disappear, and its powerful steam ensures a crisp, smooth outfit every time. The easycord system keeps the cord out of the way and prevents re-wrinkling of already ironed fabrics. The iron also features a self-cleaning system. Available at Target.com for $39.99
WearEver Cast Lite Fry Pan
The WearEver Cast Lite Fry Pan is crafted from cast aluminum, which offers the home cook professional-level searing and deglazing of foods, and is 50% lighter than cast iron. Featuring a durable and easy-to clean nonstick interior and exterior, the fry pan is dishwasher safe, and rust-resistant. Available at Walmart for $24.99
WearEver’s Pure Living Cookware Set
Non-stick cookware, especially a reliable, safe, and easily maintained set, provides parents with an easier cooking and post-meal experience. Non-stick ceramic surfaces such as those on WearEver’s Pure Living Cookware Sets not only prepare food in a healthy manner without passing along toxins, but they wipe clean effortlessly. Amazon.com: 10 PC Set is $117.99; Walmart.com: 12” Fry Pan is $25.75
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Carl L Smith Jr says
i am the cook in my house and i can’t cook without my mini food processor
DEBIJOT says
My favorite gadgets are my various cutting boards.
Tabathia B says
the crockpot and the dishwasher
samantha w says
I love my chopper, I cook a lot of things with ingredients that need chopped, it saves me soo much time.
Deb K says
I have a favorite knife,that I can’t cut anything if I don’t have it.
courtney b says
probably my george forman grill
Laura P. says
I have a tupperware microwave steamer which I use for sides a lot.
ACMommy3 says
For me it’s the Kitchen Timer, Pyrex glass measuring cups, Whisk and my two favorite Kitchen Knives!!! Without these 5 tools, cooking and baking is a lot harder, they are simply must haves. 🙂
kolpin says
my kitchen scale is my favorite gadget
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Cindy B says
I use my food processor a lot!
Patty Broderick-White says
My extra large skillet
April says
My food processor. It makes chopping a breeze, which makes for quick meals.
Grace A says
Crockpot for sure (especially in the fall)
Betty says
Love my ceramic knives and also the rice maker.
Betty says
Love my ceramic knives
Staci A says
My kitchen shears or crockpot.
shaunie says
my favorite gadget is the can opener
Benita says
I can’t do without my microplane.
The Gang's Momma says
My Cutco Knife set and my Pampered Chef stoneware are used multiple times a day to get this gang fed well!!!!
kathy proper says
A good set of knives is a must. They definitely make things a whole lot easier.
Susan Smith says
I’d say my crockpot
Stephanie Bodine says
My ninja food processor!
nikki says
I am in love with my potato ricer, it makes the best mashed potatoes.
sandra says
a kitchen timer is a must have for me
Katie E says
My cast iron skillet – I’ve only had it for a little under a year, and I don’t know how I cooked before I had it!
chana says
my good knives
michelle b. says
My pampered chef spatulas
kymi a says
my favorite gadget is my can opener it opens safely with no sharp edges.
Lacey Burd says
I love my onion chopper! It’s great for everything from onion to celery, etc. Definitely a time saver.
Melissa M says
my potato/apple peeler
Shari says
Can a crock pot be considered a gadget? ‘Cause that’s mine!
Michelle says
I love my Pampered Chef mini server!
Barbara Platt says
the microwave oven is a big help
Charlene S says
I like my garlic crusher.
nannypanpan says
my paring knife
Andrea says
My big nonstick skillet!
Amy L says
My chef’s knife is my favorite kitchen tool for making dinner prep quicker and easier.
amy pugmire says
I love my kitchen scale
Kate Collins says
I always use my vegetable steamer! Using a microwave still gives me the heebie jeebies, so I opt to cook the old fashioned way. Instead of stir frying veggies, I love to just throw them in the steamer over some boiling water and prepare the rest of the meal while they cook. Too easy! And minimal clean up!
kathy stevenson says
Anything nonstick for easy cleanup!
Allie says
Nice sharp knives
Madonna says
I couldn’t make it without my crock pot. Those days when I have to work 10 hour shifts, I am not up to fixing dinner when I get home.
Natalie J Vandenberghe says
Would it be wrong to say the can-opener? Seriously, I use canned soup as a base for many of my meals. Thanks for the giveaway.
Laura J says
Oh I love my garlic press!
Kelly Brown says
I love my potato peeler. I use it a lot of times on different things!
Jennifer says
Good knives are my best gadgets!
Mary Happymommy says
I like my crock pot.
Jamie Brigham says
I love my microwave. It comes in handy for reheating, defrosting and even cooking some items.
lizzy says
A good set of knives is a must.
katklaw777 says
I’d have to say my crockpot…just set it and forget it!
Brittany says
I love my good quality knives and my favorite skillet.
Natalie S says
My rice cooker or crock pot! 🙂
Derrick Johnson says
My vegetable peeler.
lana says
sharp knifes & good cooking pots
Brandi Price says
I love my halogen table top cooker!
Carolyn Barnett says
My chef knives for plenty of chopping!
Kristie says
I like nice sharp knives when I’m cooking.
Smellyann says
I love my Ninja chopper – it’s so fast and powerful!
Shelly Leatham says
Cutting boards are a must! We have different boards for different types of food!
Lagean (Gena) says
My bamboo cooking utensils and Sandra Lee knives.
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Ellen B says
chef’s knife
Mia Dentice Carey says
my veggie steamer! =)
I use it mostly for broccoli & carrots.
Mia Dentice Carey says
my veggie steamer! =)
Wehaf says
A really good chef’s knife makes prep work so much easier!
Amy Brewer says
I use my cutting board just about for lunch and dinner. Love it because I don’t chop up my table or counter top.
Mozi Esmes mom says
My vitamix – it helps my texture-challenged kid get her vitamins… 🙂
Cindi says
The good old crock pot!
Thanks, Cindi
Heather Hayes Panjon says
My Favorite Gadget Is The Slow Cooker!
Christine says
I just started homeschooling this week as well! I’m slightly nervous now that everyone else is officially going back to school on Mon, but looking forward to the challenge. I would LOVE to get that Pure Living Cookware set as that would def make my life easier. I love the fact that it is ceramic and a healthy cooking option.
vickie couturier says
I love my strainer,,I don’t get burned with it
Ellie W says
The Crock Pot is my favorite.
Gina says
Good knives- are a must.
BusyWorkingMama says
Good, sharp knives are essential to dinner prep!
Cynthia R says
a good set of knives is a must have.
HappyMomC says
spatulas and my mixer!
Marti Parks says
I have a hand held strainer that I’m not sure I could do without. It comes in handy all the time.
Noreen says
My cast iron skillet. It is heavy but does so much
Melissa P. says
I love my mini strainer.
Susan P. says
My sharp knives and the cutting board my brother made!
Leah S says
my knife set!
Christina N says
My knives are my best gadget.
Krista A says
Crockpot, for sure.
Mary W says
A good timer helps me keep things cooking on time without burning them!
Nancy Collins says
I don’t know if you would call it a gadget, but I couldn’t live without my cheap little paring knife. I couldn’t even begin to tell you how many times a day I use it.
Anne Lehnick says
I love my Microplane grater. We use it fresh ginger, garlic, and whole nutmeg.
Kelly D says
I like my Ninja Blender.
Emily Linton says
I love my rice cooker – it always cooks perfectly and keeps it warm, so you don’t have to time it perfectly to finish cooking when dinner is ready!
Claudia says
colander and cutting board
Anne says
My cutting board and paring knife.
Colleen Boudreau says
Spatulas and pans !
Robin Wilson says
My paring knife is my favorite kitchen tool/gadget.
latanya says
my silicone spatula is my fave
mrsshukra says
Knives and cutting boards!
Jeanna says
I would have to say my cutting board is my must have!
amyc says
Probably a tie between a spatula and my electric skillet.
Elena says
My favorite gadget is a mixer
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Lisa Brown says
I always use spatulas when I cook.
Tammy S says
I would have to say my salad spinner. I don’t know how I got by without one for years. LOL
Natalie F says
I have a nice potato peeler that makes life easier. And I love my cutting board that fits over the sink with a colander right in it.