22 Items from Target that you'll regret not purchasing for your kitchen earlier:
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By Rachel DunkelBuzzFeed Contributor
The kitchen is the heart of your home, and we've got some must-haves to make it run smoothly.
1. Cook like a pro with a 30-piece kitchen utensil set, ensuring you're always armed with the perfect tool for every cooking task. From measuring, mixing, and flipping, consider your kitchen duties covered.
2. Start your mornings right with a DeLonghi espresso machine sporting a milk frother. Brew up lattes, cappuccinos, specialty coffees, and more – all from the comfort of your kitchen.
3. Uplevel your drying rack game. This sleek, extendable unit is a considerable improvement over your old wire rack, and it's more adaptable for your space. It also has a spout, so excess water goes back into the sink instead of dripping everywhere.
4. Peachy keen on your feet? A lemon-print comfort mat will Greet you while scrubbing dishes, keeping your kicks cozy during your marathon cleaning sessions.
5. Transform your kitchen walls with peach-print wall decals. No need to gussy up your walls with overwhelming wallpaper – these will add a touch of springtime charm without overdoing it.
6. Tired of misplacing lids? A wire lid organizer will keep your pots and pans in check. This nifty gadget has made me a lid-finding superhero in my own kitchen!
7. Splurge on a kitchen workhorse – a KitchenAid Stand Mixer, a collaboration between Joanna Gaines and the brand. Its 10 speeds, stunning textured green design, and wide range of tasks it can tackle make it your kitchen companion.
8. Say goodbye to burnt-on messes and hello to easy-to-clean nonstick cookware. The 15-piece set comes with non-scratch spatulas and spoons to boot.
9. For the perfect pour-over or tea, consider a gooseneck smart kettle. With an app that lets you set water temperatures to perfection and schedules boiling, mornings just got a whole lot sweeter.
10. Multi-tasking is key in the kitchen, and a two-tier lazy Susan helps you reach all of your spices and condiments with ease. No more balancing precariously on a wobbly step-stool – danger averted!
11. Need to crush ice, blend smoothies, or craft milkshakes with ease? A Ninja blender has got your back. It's powerful, easy to clean, and you can make salsa in a snap (seriously, just three pulses!).
12. Never run out of seltzer again with a Sodastream sparkling water maker. Sparkling water at your fingertips – what more could you ask for?
13. Looking for a versatile, high-quality appliance? Enter Cuisinart Air Fryer and Toaster Oven. With seven settings – air fry, broil, bake, and more – you can handle any kitchen task with this sleek stainless-steel appliance.
14. Crank up the flavor in your dishes with a bottle of Mike's Hot Honey. Sweet, spicy, and versatile, it's great for pizza, sandwiches, ice cream, brownies, and more.
15. Get creative with an adhesive subway tile backsplash. Perfect for renters looking to upgrade their kitchens without retiling, this DIY solution is game-changing.
16. Master the art of bread baking with a bread maker. Just toss in your ingredients, select from 12 settings, and let it do the rest. It even has a gluten-free setting!
17. Bake like a pro with a 10-piece Rachael Ray nonstick baking set. This versatile set is perfect for muffins, cakes, pies, loafs, and more.
18. Say goodbye to running out of filtered water! A faucet filtration system provides on-demand fresh water from the tap.
19. Wake up to an energizing iced coffee any morning with a Mr. Coffee iced coffee maker. No more shelling out $5 at coffee shops for your morning fix.
20. Open a bottle of wine effortlessly - and in style – with an electric wine bottle opener. Say goodbye to shattered corks and manual struggles.
21. Display your favorite recipes while cooking with a wood cookbook holder. Say adios to spilled ingredients and torn pages!
22. Keep your kitchen organized and utensils easily accessible with a drawer utensil organizer. Replace that old, battered organizer from your first apartment and make meal prep a breeze.
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Efficient Kitchen Tools
- Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker: Efficient and versatile, helping you cook various dishes in less time.
- Silicone Baking Mats: Non-stick surfaces ideal for baking cookies, roasting vegetables, and offering an easy clean-up process.
- Immersion Blender or Hand Blender: Handy for blending soups, sauces, and purees in smaller portions.
- Blender or Food Processor: Useful for heavy-duty blending and food processing tasks.
- Air Fryer: Nutritious alternative to traditional frying, using less oil.
- Slow Cooker: Ideal for long-cooking meals that can be prepared in advance, freeing up your time.
- Different from a pressure cooker, an Instant Pot is an efficient kitchen tool that offers versatility in cooking various dishes in reduced time.
- Utilizing non-stick surfaces, silicone baking mats are perfect for baking cookies, roasting vegetables, and providing an effortless clean-up process.
- For blending soups, sauces, and purees in smaller portions, an immersion blender or hand blender is an efficient kitchen tool to consider.
- A blender or food processor is necessary for heavy-duty blending and food processing tasks, making it a worthwhile investment.
- As a nutritious alternative to traditional frying, air fryers use less oil, making them an efficient kitchen tool worth considering for health-conscious individuals.
