# 39 Kitchen Hacks for Cooking Newbies > 39 kitchen tools to make cooking less of a chore. - Title: 39 Kitchen Hacks for Cooking Newbies · BuzzFeed | Shortify - Summary: 39 kitchen tools to make cooking less of a chore. 39 kitchen products help people cook without stress. kitchen, cooking, dishwasher · reported by BuzzFeed. - Keywords: kitchen, cooking, dishwasher, toaster, meat thermometer, cheese sauce, air fryer, slow cooker, veggie chopper, knives, spices, stove shelf - Source: BuzzFeed — https://buzzfeed.com/elizabethlilly/hate-cooking-problem-solver - Published: 2026-10-20T11:01:03+00:00 - Read time: 2 min - Topics: kitchen, cooking, dishwasher, toaster, meat thermometer, cheese sauce, air fryer, slow cooker, veggie chopper, knives, spices, stove shelf ## Dishwashing spray A dishwashing spray helps clean up after cooking without hassle. > Sometimes knowing that cleanup won't be a total mess is the motivation you need to actually cook something ## Reusable toaster bags Reusable toaster bags make warm sandwiches without stovetop or toaster fire. > Unless you are a 'foodie' and need to grill your sandwiches, this bag is a great way to get a warm sandwich ## Instant-read meat thermometer An instant-read meat thermometer ensures meat is fully cooked without food poisoning. > Couldn't be easier to use really. I tested it with ice water and boiling water and it seems to be pretty accurate ## Velveeta cheese sauce A three-pack of Velveeta cheese sauce microwaves quickly for pasta or tortillas. > These have been great to use. Cooking for just one person isn't the easiest thing for me ## Ninja portable air fryer A Ninja portable air fryer cooks food in small kitchen space and takes with you. > I got my Ninja Crisper today and reheated some stuffed bread with feta cheese and spinach ## Programmable slow cooker A programmable slow cooker with lid holder cooks meals unsupervised for up to 7 people. > I absolutely love this slow cooker. The lid rest is ideal and makes serving a breeze ## Slow cooker liners Slow cooker liners make soup cleanup a total cinch. > I use these and they're THE BEST ## Veggie chopper A veggie chopper eliminates onion tears and food prep mess. > Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore ## Pastel knives A set of pastel knives is a wallet-friendly investment for sharp, easy-to-clean knives. > Love these knives. Sharp, aesthetic, and serve their purpose ## Just Spices starter set A Just Spices starter set with eight blends helps jazz up go-to recipes. > The set comes with a free spice guide to give you ALL kinds of ideas ## Magnetic stove shelf A magnetic stove shelf keeps spices organized and encourages using them. > This is an excellent buy. The shelf helped me declutter my cabinet ## Taste of Everything bundle A 'Taste of Everything' bundle with six sauces has 10, 15 calories per serving. > Baked potatoes couldn't be easier or quicker ## Potato Express A Potato Express cooks up to four potatoes quickly for a filling dinner base. > Baked potatoes couldn't be easier or quicker ## Mini food processor A mini food processor chops herbs, dice vegetables, and grinds cheese quickly. > Like everyone else, I have a huge food processor. I decided to try this little 3-cup ## Silicone soup cube tray A dishwasher-safe silicone soup cube tray holds one cup of hot entrees per cube. > I absolutely love this. I am a widow and live alone. It is perfect for freezing soup ## 52-week meal planning pad A 52-week meal planning pad helps track meals and leftovers for lunch. > The magnet is great, sticks to fridge very well, does not slide or move ## Clear magnetic fridge board A clear magnetic refrigerator dry-erase board sticks directly on your fridge. > Saw it on TikTok being used as a dinner menu for the week! ## Sandwich cutter and sealer A sandwich cutter and sealer helps DIY Uncrustables at home. > I had to try this because I saw it on TikTok, and I spend way too much on Uncrustables ## Rapid egg cooker A rapid egg cooker gets eggs just how you like them without improper cooking. > If hard-boiled eggs are at all a part of your life, this device will change everything ## Dream Cooker A compact Dream Cooker pressure cooks, slow cooks, sears, and sautés food. > I normally don’t write reviews. However, if I could give this pressure cooker a 10 out of 5 stars ## Key takeaway 39 kitchen products help people cook without stress.