Thinking about springing a bit of extra cash for a fancy kitchen gadget?
You might think these six gadgets will revolutionize the way you cook and prepare. But here’s why we think they’re often a waste, and you already have better alternatives you can use right now.
Egg Separator
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This handy gadget makes separating egg whites from yolks easy. However, most home cooks can do it just as well with the shell or by hand. In fact, using the shell might be faster and more effective than using a small gadget that takes up valuable drawer space. If you need to separate eggs frequently, try mastering this method instead.
Avocado Slicer
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Avocados are delicious, but they don’t need a specially designed slicer. These devices usually combine a slicer, pitter, and knife, but they can be more trouble than helpful due to their multi-functionality. A normal kitchen knife works just as well on avocados. You can easily scoop out the inside with a spoon. Investing in an avocado slicer means spending money on a tool you probably won’t use often—better off sticking to the basics and spending that money on something more versatile.
Banana Slicer
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The banana slicer might seem amusing, but it’s one of the most unnecessary kitchen tools you can buy. All you need to do is cut a banana with a knife, and you can control the thickness of each slice. Also, banana slicers usually only work on bananas of a certain size and shape, making them impractical for daily use. Save yourself the bother and the money; just get a knife and slice your bananas the old-fashioned way.
Corn Peeler
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The design of the corn peeler aims to remove kernels from the cob, but it often falls short. Many home cooks get just as good results using a sharp knife without any mishaps. It’s not difficult to cut kernels off the cob with a sharp knife, but a corn peeler can lead to slips and breakage. On top of that, corn peelers are hard to clean and store, causing more headaches than solutions. If you like fresh corn, skip the fancy gadgets and buy a good knife instead.
Salad Spinner
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Many people find that their salad spinner, although used for washing greens, spends most of its time taking up space in the cupboard. For washing small amounts of lettuce or herbs, you might do just as well with a simple colander or a clean kitchen towel. Furthermore, salad spinners can be cumbersome to clean and take up valuable storage space. Anyone looking to simplify their kitchen should consider getting rid of their salad spinner.
Electric Pepper Mill
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Electric can openers might bring convenience to the kitchen, but they often don’t live up to expectations. They often take up bulky space and use counter space that could serve a lot of other (often better) uses.
What’s more, electric can openers require handling and maintenance; they may need batteries or a power source, making them less reliable than your trusty manual can opener. Manual can openers are compact, don’t need power, and are far more practical choices for most kitchens. Save your money and buy a standard can opener that will last!
12 Foods To NEVER Eat After They Expire (Throw Them Away Immediately)
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The “Sell by” date on food packaging tells how long the food can stay on shelves, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that’s when it expires. On the other hand, the “Best by” or “Use by” date is something to really pay attention to.
Some foods can be fine well past that date, but others don’t, and consuming them can lead to food poisoning, a trip to the hospital, or worse. Following are some foods you should never consume after they expire.
12 Foods To NEVER Eat After They Expire (Throw Them Away Immediately)
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