Some kitchen gadgets are great investments. Others, like banana slicers, leave you wondering “…how much time was this supposed to save me?”
As a busy mom, I know the right tool can go a long way in saving time spent peeling, chopping, and cooking. The hard part is finding that tool.
If you’re also a busy mom struggling to find the time to plan, prepare, and cook every meal, here’s a glance at some of the products that have helped me:
We all know that food processors save a ton of time with fruit and veggie prep, but let’s be real—it’s a pain to lug out a heavy, full-size food processor from its storage space. A mini version, like the Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus, can help you get all the benefits of a food processor without having to lug it down from a high cabinet. With a 24-ounce work bowl, this food processor still offers plenty of space, and it’s perfect both for processing fruits for smoothies and chopping up peppers and onions for savory dishes.
Current Price: $42.88
If you’ve never used kitchen scissors before, it’s going to feel a little weird to cut up a piece of chicken for the first time. That being said, once you give it a try, you’ll never go back. KitchenAid’s All Purpose Kitchen Shears save serious time, especially if you have little ones who need their food cut up into bite-sized pieces. We recommend having two (or even three) pairs of these dishwasher-safe kitchen shears on hand so that you always have a clean pair ready to go.
Current Price: $7.99
Are you tired of spending your time hunched over the stove trying to break up ground beef with a spatula that’s not quite getting the job done? I hear you. KitchenAid’s Classic Meat Masher easily breaks up ground beef, chicken, and turkey, getting into the corners of pans easily to ensure that your dinner cooks quickly and evenly. When you’re done using your meat chopper, simply toss it into the dishwasher.
Current Price: $10.99
Some recipes call for finely shredded chicken, and while it seems easy to do on paper, once you start the task, your forearms eventually beg for you to stop. Instead of relying on forks or your stand mixer, which only causes the chicken to constantly flop out onto the counter, use Alpha Grillers Meat Shredder Claws (stay with us here). Just grab a claw with each hand and dig into your pork, chicken, or beef until it’s shredded to your taste. Your forearms won’t be yelling at you by the end. Plus, they’ll make you feel like Wolverine.
Current Price: $9.98
Whether you’re team rinse or team no-rinse before you put your dishes in the dishwasher, removing stuck-on food is key before your pots and pans hit the sink. Sometimes, that can be more easily said than done. Enter: the Herda Plastic Pan Scraper. These gentle but rigid scrapers easily deal with tough stuck-on meat, sauce, and more, without damaging your pans. Bonus: They’re also great for removing flour and other baking ingredients from your counters.
Current Price: $4.99
Hug Doug Spoon Saver & Lid Sid Pot Lifter (say that three times fast!) are simple, but so effective. The Lid Sid keeps your pot lids vented slightly so you’re less likely to deal with annoying boil-over messes, while the Hug Doug stops your spoons from falling into your pots and creating a mess. When you buy these two little guys together, you’ll receive a bundle discount, and you can say goodbye to post-cooking stovetop scrubbing.
Current Price: $24.90
Peanut butter is one of the greatest inventions of this world, but it can feel impossible getting that last bit out of the jar (I know you know what I’m talking about). I’m so happy to tell you that the Splatypus makes it possible. It’s way more efficient than trying to contort a long-handled spoon around the bottom of a jar (while getting peanut butter all over your hands in the process), and it’s dishwasher-safe!
Current Price: $19.90
When I co-founded Simply Sales, my goal was to help busy moms (like me!) take care of their families and find time to relax, all without breaking the bank.
You already work so hard, so I want to give back to you by helping you find great deals on kitchen items, clothes, school supplies, and more. Be sure to check out our website, where you can explore more savings and read our product reviews. I’d also love to see you in our Facebook community where you can connect with other budget-savvy moms and get real-time updates on the latest promotions.
