There are lots of occasions coming up where you’ll be hosting dinner for about 900 people. Where do they all come from, and how can they possibly fit in your house? That was always one of the wonders of the holidays for me. How could like 35 people fit in my grandparents’ house. And more importantly, where would we all sit?
If you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year, or any other large gathering, there are some great kitchen gadgets that you need. These will seriously make your life so much easier that you’ll wonder how you lived without these must have kitchen gadgets for so long.
MOST of these kitchen gadgets for Thanksgiving are available with Amazon Prime. That means there’s still time to order them, and get them, before the big day.
Must Have Kitchen Gadgets for Thanksgiving
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How to Cook Your Turkey & Sides
Calphalon Classic Hard-Anodized Aluminum Nonstick Cookware, Roaster with Rack – This is the perfect way to roast your turkey, ham, or anything else you’re making.
Cuisinart Electric Knife – This is one of those kitchen gadgets you don’t think you need until you realize how great it is to have.
Easy Release Gravy and Fat Separator – This is such a great way to help strain the excess grease from your gravy.
Pop Up Turkey Timer – One of the easiest and best ways to help tell if your protein is done. Works on turkey, beef, chicken, lamb, and so much more.
Heat Resistant Silicone Turkey Lifter Roaster Pan Liner – Put this in your pan before placing the turkey on it, and it makes lifting your turkey out of the pan a breeze.
Heat Resistant Silicone BBQ Gloves – I thought these were dumb for so many reasons for so long. Then I used them and let me tell you – the silicone gloves are a total game changer.
Tovolo Dripless Baster – Some tools are worth splurging a little more on, like this dripless baster. No more fighting with leaky basters and having to clean up dribbly messes.
Norpro Adjustable Roast Rack – This rack is adjustable to fit just about any size roast or bird you may be making. This is one of those budget friendly gadgets that you’ll reach for again and again, holiday after holiday.
Cuisinart Chef’s Classic Stainless 16-Inch Rectangular Roaster with Rack – A great option for roasting a turkey or a prime rib
BBQ Plus Turkey Cannon Infusion – Love beer can chicken or infusing turkey with extra moisture? This nifty gadget makes the job easier, and less likely to fall over.
Char-Broil The Big Easy TRU-Infrared Oil-less Turkey Fryer – Gonna deep fry your turkey? Help prevent it from becoming a disastrous fire or a rocket with this oil-less fryer.
Polder Original Cooking Digital All-In-One Timer/Thermometer – An easy to read digital thermometer and timer with a meat probe. Easy peasy!
Taylor Classic Instant Read Pocket Thermometer – If you’re an old school analog type person, this is the meat thermometer for you!
Table Linens
Benson Mills Harvest Royalty Jacquard Tablecloth – A lovely table cloth for the holiday festivities.
Benson Mills Turkey Festivities Engineered Border Tablecloth
Kids Color-on Thanksgiving Placemats – Help keep the kids – of all ages – entertained with these placemats they can color. Don’t forget to get some crayons too.
Celebrate Together™ Fall Beaded Burlap Pumpkin Table Runner – This is a gorgeous table runner that you’ll reach for year after year. Even better, the price belies how fancy it looks, and it fits into your budget.
Fall Leaf Cutout Placemat – These placemats add a lot of interest to your table, and they’ll be a fun topic of discussion. Plus, they’re another one of those items that look a lot more expensive than they are.
Dobby Stripe Table Runner – This is a table runner that looks great for special occasions, but isn’t too much to leave on your table year round. It also gives your area a refined Industrial Cottage or slightly rustic feel, but still elegant.
Maison d’ Hermine 100% Cotton Apron – You don’t want to get your fancy clothes ruined, and an apron is great solution. There are tons of design options here, and they’re well made.
Serving Dishes
Whiteware Serveware 4 Section Condiment Dish – 4 separate ceramic dishes in convenient holder. You’ll reach for this piece again and again.
3 Tier Rectangular Serving Platter – Perfect for appetizers and desserts
Gibson Gracious Dining 3 Tier Oval Bowl Set with Rack – This is an easy and elegant way to get some height on your serving display or table. Perfect for dips, sauces, or smaller sides. Also works really well for crudites.
Ceramic Relish Tray With Bamboo Lazy Susan – The ceramic dishes all come out for easy filling, and easy cleaning. Plus, the bamboo tray is actually a lazy susan that turns.
White Square Plastic Compartment Serving Tray – This is a great way to serve chips, dip, and veggies. Or sauces on a buffet, or small relish type items like olives and pickles. The possibilities are endless!
Mudpie Watercolor Turkey Platter – This platter adds a little extra interest to your Thanksgiving meal, but it’s not overpoweringly kitschy. It’s a pretty platter, and good quality, too.
Spode Turkey Plates, Set of 4– Spode is a classic collectable, and these turkey plates are no different. You can also get a matching turkey platter.
Full Color Porcelain Turkey Platter – This platter reminds me of Majolica pottery, with lots of detail and color. It’s definitely a showstopper and a centerpiece.
Fiestaware Deviled Egg Plate – I love love love Fiestaware, and this deviled egg plate is a great addition to anyone’s collection.
Chicken Shaped Wooden Deviled Egg Tray – How fun and kind of kitschy is this? Definitely a conversation starter.
Westland Giftware Mwah Magnetic Pilgrims Salt and Pepper Shaker Set
Turkey and Pilgrim Magnetic Salt and Pepper Shakers – I love a good kitschy set of salt and pepper shakers, and these don’t disappoint.
Boston International Paul Brent Turkey Bowl and Spreader Set –
Norpro Porcelain Gravy Sauce Boat with Stand and Candle -This gravy boat has a spot for a tealight candle underneath to keep it warm. Genius!
Hotel Gravy Sauce Boat with Saucer Stand, Fine White Porcelain
Easy Clean Up
Disposable Aluminum Extra Deep Roaster Pans
Reynolds Slow Cooker Liners 13″X21″
PanSaver EZ Clean Multi-Use Cooking Bags Slow Cooker Liners
Oval Fall Leaves Paper Dinner Plates
Masterpiece Premium Quality Heavyweight Plastic Plates: 25 Dinner Plates and 25 Salad Plates
Thanksgiving Baking Made Easy
Anchor Hocking 9.5″ Clear Glass Deep Pie Plate ~ Set of 2
Wilton 3 Piece Thanks Giving Meal Cookie Cutter Set
Nordic Ware Botanical Pumpkin Loaf Pan
R & M International Pastry/Cookie/Fondant Stamper Thanksgiving – Turkey, Acorn, Pumpkin, Oak Leaf
Thanksgiving Turkey Cupcake or Appetizer Picks
Chicago Metallic Silicone Turkey Cakelet Pan and Stencil
Entertaining
Thanksgiving Magnetic Wine Glass Charms & Markers –
Boston International Harvest Wine Charms
Give Thanks – Thanksgiving Photo Booth Props Kit
Whew! What are your must have kitchen gadgets for the holidays?
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