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
Sittin’ Turkey Ceramic Beer Can Infuser – 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 Gathering Jacquard Tablecloth – A lovely table cloth for the holiday festivities. If this tablecloth isn’t your jam, they have lots of lovely ones that are really reasonably priced, and most have matching napkins as well.
Benson Mills Turkey Festivities Printed Border Tablecloth – A fun tablecloth for Thanksgiving.
Kids Color-on Holiday Placemats – Help keep the kids – of all ages – entertained with these placemats they can color. Don’t forget to get some crayons too. Available in Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter themes.
Mandala Giant Color On Tablecloth – Keep the whole table entertained with this tablecover that’s effectively a giant coloring page. Perfect for kids or adults, and every age in between. Plus it’s available in Autumn, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas designs.
Celebrate Together™ Fall Beaded Placemats – You’ll reach for these gorgeous placemats year after year. Even better, the price belies how fancy it looks, and they fit into your budget. If you don’t want all beaded placemats, maybe pick up a couple for decor on a sideboard or hall entry table.
Fall Leaf Cutout Table Runner – This table runner adds a lot of interest to your table, and it’ll be a fun topic of discussion. Plus, it’s 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.
Bamboozle Prep N Serve Tray – This set has two trays and 6 dishes that allow you to rearrange and configure to your heart’s content. It looks so elegant, and people will never guess it’s made from upcycled bamboo. It’s perfect for making a charcuterie board, dips and sauces, or even a fresh veggie tray or dessert bar.
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! And if you take this to a potluck, and don’t get it back, it’s not a huge deal.
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.
Turkey and Pilgrim Magnetic Salt and Pepper Shakers – I love a good kitschy set of salt and pepper shakers, and these don’t disappoint.
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 – This is a large 24 oz gravy boat for a big family. It’s also great for other pourable condiments, like salad dressings or even maple syrup. Microwave and dishwasher safe, as well.
Mud Pie Turkey Spoon Rest + Wooden Spoon Set – Mud Pie is known for their kind of kitschy take on life, while still having really great quality. This spoon rest and wooden spoon set are no different. Plus, it matches the turkey platter up above.
Easy Clean Up
Disposable and Recyclable Aluminum Extra Deep Roaster Pans – Don’t want to hassle with the cleanup of a roaster pan? I don’t blame you! These extra deep roasting pans are disposable or recyclable for easy clean up.
Reynolds Slow Cooker Liners 13″X21″ – Slow cooker liners are a game changer. Simply line your slow cooker with these bags, put your food in, then it’s an easy cleanup when it’s all done. No scrubbing or soaking necessary.
PanSaver EZ Clean Multi-Use Cooking Bags Slow Cooker Liners –
Thanksgiving Table Party Supplies for 24 People – Plates in two sizes and forks. Perfect for a friendsgiving or a potluck at work or a club.
Oval Fall Berries & Leaves Paper Dinner Plates – Perfect for easy cleanup. After all, who wants to wash load after load of dishes?
Masterpiece Premium Quality Heavyweight Plastic Plates: 25 Dinner Plates and 25 Salad Plates – These plates are sturdy and leakproof. Sometimes that’s necessary. IYKYK.
Thanksgiving Baking Made Easy
Pyrex 9.5″ Easy Grab Clear Glass Deep Pie Plate – Everyone makes pie. These pie dishes make it a breeze. Plus, they’re so affordable, you can pick up a couple.
15 piece Thanks Giving Cookie Cutter Set – This cookie cutter set has everything from pie slices and turkey legs to leaves to deer, pumpkins, and even an ear of corn.
Nordic Ware Botanical Pumpkin and Wheat Loaf Pan – These pans make the most gorgeous breads and cakes. Just be sure to grease and flour them really well.
R & M International Pastry/Cookie/Fondant Stamper Thanksgiving – This set has all the autumn and thanksgiving things you need. Set includes Turkey, Acorn, Pumpkin, and Oak Leaf .
Thanksgiving Turkey Cupcake or Appetizer Picks – It’s not a party until you have turkey picks! These cuties are a great way to decorate a basic cupcake or jazz up a relish tray.
Entertaining
Thanksgiving Magnetic Wine Glass Charms & Markers – Be sure that you’re drinking out of your own glass this year with these fun drink markers. There’s 12 unique designs, so no confusing if you’re red or blue.
Give Thanks – Thanksgiving Photo Booth Props Kit – Make those group photos fun with these photo booth props, There’s something for everyone, and it’s a great ice breaker, and makes photos less stiff and staged. Or weirdly candid.
Whew! What are your must have kitchen gadgets for the holidays?
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