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10 Kitchen Tools for the Lazy-Ass Cook

Apparently, you really can cook without lifting a finger these days.

By Lauren Smith
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We haven't tried these, but they made us laugh. Apparently, you really can cook without lifting a finger these days.

1

Juice Pourer

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Pour Over

Ugh, gallon jugs of juice are just so heavy when they're full. Use the Roll 'n Pour to avoid spills and contain your energy.

$23, pourover.com

2

Separated Skillet

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Collections Etc.

You really have to weigh your options with this one: Save yourself from the hassle of cleaning three pans, or risk cooking very different foods at just one temperature. Choices, choices.

$10, collectionsetc.com

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3

Corn Stripper

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Ali Express

This shaver claims it can remove and collect corn kernels in just one movement — resulting in less mess and therefore, stress.

$4, aliexpress.com

4

Egg Cracker

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Amazon

This nifty tool cracks eggs with the touch of a button. Look ma, one hand! (And no yolk-y fingers.)

$4, amazon.com

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5

Banana Slicer

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Amazon

You know that gooey feeling you get on your hands when you chop up bananas? Never experience it again with this slicer that's also shaped like a banana (it kind of gives us evil twin-like vibes).

$4, amazon.com

6

Oreo Dunker

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Amazon

A "spoon" that holds your Oreo cookie by the frosting so you won't get any black crumbs (the horror!) on your precious fingers — or, you know, over-exert yourself.

$6, amazon.com

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7

Bag Holder

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Amazon

This one actually looks super handy: Use the convenient stand to prop up a bag to collect cooking scraps, like veggie peels or stems. Plus, you can wash and reuse it when you're done.

$20, amazon.com

8

Pot Stirrer

Technology, Cylinder, Metal, Gas, Circle, Steel, Aluminium, Plastic, Silver, Kitchen appliance accessory,
The Shopping Channel

Actually, you wouldn't prefer to slave over a hot stove, thank you very much — not when you a gadget can (allegedly) stir your risotto for you.

$12, theshoppingchannel.com

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9

Watermelon Slicer

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Amazon

This nearly two-foot-wide slicer claims to cut a melon in just one movement — but frankly looks like it could take our fingers clean off, too.

$13, amazon.com

10

Spinning Motorized Cone

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Hog Wild Toys

Because, when it comes to ice cream, it's best when all you have to do is stick your tongue out and enjoy.

$10, hogwildtoys.com

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