27 Essential Products for the Self-Declared "Lazy" Cook

1. A veggie slicer that lets you chop an onion without the risk of losing a finger. Sure, I’ve watched Gordon Ramsay’s YouTube tutorials on knife skills, but there’s a gap between my brain and my hand, alright??

2. A microwave potato cooker because every now and then, you’re in the mood for a loaded baked potato but can’t bear the thought of waiting 45 minutes for your oven to do its thing. With this gadget, just toss it in the microwave, set the timer for three minutes, and — BOOM — your potato is ready to go. 

3. A vented microwave cover that helps keep your microwave clean by preventing spills, splatters, and unexpected explosions (we’ve all been there). This BPA-free lid has perforations to release steam (no more gross condensation) and collapses to under an inch for easy storage once you’re done cooking.

4. A pack of toaster oven bags for when you’re in the mood for a grilled cheese but can’t be bothered to get out the pan. Simply prepare your sandwich, pop it into the bag, and let the toaster take care of everything. 

5. A set of magnetic air fryer cheat sheets you can attach to your appliance or fridge, allowing you to quickly reference them while cooking chicken fingers. This way, you don’t have to scrub egg and breadcrumb residue off your hands and struggle with your phone to look up Google results.

6. Modular sheet pan dividers so you can cook a one-pan meal without overcooking any components. Tired of burning your summer squash while waiting for the Brussels sprouts to finish? With these dividers, you can pull out the cooked ones without worrying about juggling multiple hot pans. 

7. A dishwasher-safe silicone soup cube tray because you're passionate about soup but you also live alone and can't finish a whole batch at once. Freezing the cubes and reheating as needed means no cooking required!

8. An Instant Pot that can prepare meals in 20 minutes or less! I’ve personally made pulled BBQ chicken, teriyaki chicken with rice, and mashed potatoes in one of these with minimal effort.

9. A set of Anyday microwave-safe cooking essentials because — let’s be real — the only way you’ll be cooking a meal at home is by zapping it in the microwave. Bonus: you can use these dishes to store leftovers and reheat them when you’re ready for round two!

10. A rapid egg cooker that’s quick, simple, and reliable when making soft, medium, or hard-boiled eggs. Honestly, if I had to make them the old-school way, I'd probably just go for a Toaster Strudel instead.

11. FryAway — a miracle powder you sprinkle onto used oil, turning it into a solid for easy disposal. No more worrying about clogging the neighborhood pipes after fried chicken night! 

12. A breakfast sandwich maker that cooks your egg, toasts your bread, warms pre-cooked meat, and melts cheese all at once. Create the perfect breakfast sandwich without the wait at Dunkin'—and avoid being late for work (again).  

13. A set of slow cooker liners for those who adore one-pot meals but hate the hassle of scrubbing off stuck-on food afterward.

14. An Anova sous vide cooker to create chef-quality meals with virtually no effort. So effortless, in fact, that you don't even need to be in the kitchen while your food cooks! 

15. A snap-on silicone strainer that conveniently clips to the side of your pot, so you don't have to clear space in your sink for a colander and risk splashing yourself with scalding water when draining your pasta.

16. An automatic pan stirrer because sometimes you can only be in one place at a time, and let's face it, putting on makeup is way more important than stirring your eggs. 

17. An all-in-one Omsom set featuring 10 noodle boxes and 15 sauce packets so you can easily grab a quick meal kit from your pantry and get cooking.

18. Or a Momofuku ramen noodles variety pack if you’re seriously ready to stock up on convenient, boil-and-eat meals.

19. Some nonstick oven liners to prevent your signature apple pie from spilling over and setting off the fire alarm, saving you from a big cleanup job later on.

20. A set of three dough presses to help you effortlessly create hand pies, dumplings, ravioli, calzones, empanadas, and more. This will finally free you from the grip Trader Joe’s frozen gyozas have held over your kitchen for months.

21. A nylon chopper ideal for breaking apart ground meat, frozen vegetables, eggs, and more. Whether you're cooking tacos, Philly cheesesteaks, or smash burgers (~a chef's kiss to Shake Shack~), this tool will prove essential in your kitchen.

22. Pizza scissors to help you quickly grab that perfect slice (you know, the one with the bubbly crust) before anyone else does. Plus, they’re way easier to use than a traditional pizza cutter when the cheese is still piping hot!

23. A sandwich bag holder that’s incredibly useful, making you wonder why you didn’t come up with it yourself. Keep this in your kitchen drawer, and you’ll never have to worry about a mess when transferring food into sandwich bags again.

24. This TikTok-famous floating pasta timer ensures you'll never cook your pasta too little or too much again. Known as Al Dente, this clever timer sings a new tune every seven, nine, and 11 minutes, so you'll always know exactly when to pull out your farfalle.

25. An egg white separator for the baker who hasn’t quite mastered the shell-to-shell trick. This adorable tool will handle the hard part for you — simply place it over a small cup and watch it work its magic.

26. This oil mister is perfect for spritzing your one-pan meals just the right way. Forget about tossing everything by hand and getting yourself covered in expensive, hard-to-clean EVOO.

27. If you want an effortless way to strip fresh cilantro or rosemary while cooking, grab a herb stripper. Just slide the herbs through and leave those bitter stems behind!