You'll know for sure if your turkey's perfectly done — no more hoping for the best! (Amazon)(Amazon)
Turkey Day is right around the corner and while so many of us look forward to enjoying the big bird, cooking it is another story. Unless you're a professional pitmaster, it can be tough (no pun intended) to know when your meat is perfectly done — not overcooked and certainly not raw. Enter the ThermoPro Digital Meat Thermometer: It ensures your food is cooked perfectly and safely by taking its temperature. It's lightning-fast, precise and so popular that it's earned a flawless five-star rating from over 102,000 reviewers. This kitchen thermometer also happens to be on sale for just $9 at Amazon.
Thousands of Amazon shoppers love these sturdy containers, which have airtight seals to keep food fresh. They're made of glass — but not just any glass. We're talking about borosilicate glass, which is used on thermal tiles in space shuttles.
Not only does it conveniently allow you to see what's packed inside, but it's oven-safe up to 1,040°F and can go in the microwave without a lid. You can also store these containers in the freezer if you have leftovers you know you won't get to right away.Got leftovers? Ditch the plastic for these super-strong glass containers.
Hate vacuuming? Get a robot to do it for you! You can use this high-end Roomba to clean your whole house or select rooms. It can go just about anywhere — use it on carpet, tile or hardwood — and it's smart enough to avoid sucking up rogue socks, shoes, computer cords, etc.
"I have two German Shepherds, which equals a lot of fur, therefore we have four Roombas. Yes, four," said one loyal shopper. "This one does seem to get stuck under furniture more than the other two. However, it gets over things better, runs quieter and vacuums both the carpet and hardwood just as well if not better. So, I bought a second one. I highly recommend it. I have all four scheduled to run every day, they work well with Alexa and I truly have no complaints. If I needed a fifth roomba I would 100% buy a third of this model."
If you’re seeking a rustic fire pit for grilling up some grub, this top-rated model from Bali Outdoors is a solid pick. It has a food-friendly design that comes with a removable and FDA-compliant alloy steel grill grate for firing up meats, veggies and more in your backyard. The grill also adjusts up and down, swings left or right and has handles at both ends. (Just make sure you wear oven mitts or protective gloves to adjust it when the flame is roaring.)
"This was fairly easy to assemble and gives off great heat, enough to keep six to seven of us warm with one bundle of wood from the grocery store," said one shopper. "I love the additional burner for grilling. We’ve cooked corn, burgers and steak on this thing, and so far so good."
Check out more of the best fire pits, according to experts.
You'll be so relieved you had this portable air compressor in the trunk when you realize one tire's looking a little floppy. It takes just minutes to pump it back to normal, and you can do all four on a single charge (though it has a 12V DC adapter just in case). You can also use it on basketballs, bike tires and balloons. It sells out frequently, so snag it while it's down to as low as it ever gets.
Groceries are expensive, and preparing overcooked, inedible food is just money down the drain. Avoid that by taking the temperature of your meats, seafood, baked goods and more — doing so helps ensure everything is perfectly (and safely) cooked. This popular gadget (over 8,000 were purchased this month) provides a reading in seconds, so grab one before your next cookout. It's currently within $3 of its lowest price on record, FYI...
"It’s been a game-changer in my kitchen!" exclaimed a happy home cook. "It’s incredibly easy to use, giving me precise readings in just a few seconds, which has made cooking meat so much less stressful. I love the instant-read feature — no more guessing or cutting into my food to check if it’s done. The display is bright and easy to read, even when I’m grilling outside. I’ve tested it on everything from chicken to steak, and the results have been spot-on every time. Plus, it’s durable and easy to clean, which is always a bonus."
This hilarious gadget takes the guesswork out of preparing perfect hard-, medium-, and soft-boiled eggs. Just place it in the pot of water with your eggs, and it'll change color to indicate which stage they're at!
An air fryer is just the ticket when you want a hot meal without turning on the oven. This top-rated model heats up quickly and holds up to 2.5 pounds of fries or 14 wings at a time. Plus, it can be used to dehydrate food, proof bread and even bake desserts. This price is one of the best we've seen it marked down to.
Check out our roundup of the best air fryers for more.
You're getting the best of both orchard and patch with this top-selling candle. It has brighter top notes of apple, orange, fresh greens and butter, as well as cozy base scents like vanilla, caramelized sugar, baked pie crust, cream and musk to round things out. Is your mouth watering yet? Better add it to your cart while it's over 45% off.
There's a reason this cooling sheet set is a No. 1 bestseller — several reasons, in fact. For starters, it's made of brushed microfiber that feels much softer than its affordable price tag would suggest, and the moisture-wicking material will help you stay dry while you snooze. Add to that the fact that these sheets are pill-, wrinkle- and fade-resistant? No wonder sleepers are comparing them to high-end bedding brands like Brooklinen.
Check out our roundup of the best cooling sheets for additional options.
One of the best things about autumn is curling up with a book (no shame in a TV show, either!), a hot beverage and a cozy blanket. This shaggy throw has one fleecy side and one made of faux fur for an impossibly plush feel that you'll want to stay wrapped up in for hours on end. It comes in many colors, but this burnt orange is particularly fitting for the season. The price is right at $21 — just about as low as we've seen it all year.
One Yahoo editor awarded this blade the title of best budget chef's knife after testing a slew of them. She says, "When I started culinary school, I was issued a curated set of knives and tools we would need to work with through our 600 hours of training in order to graduate. This Mercer Culinary chef's knife was the one we received that day and what we would use for 90% of our daily tasks. That should give you an idea of what this knife is capable of — and of its durability.
The Genesis may not be a flashy knife, but it is a real workhorse in the kitchen. This Western-style knife is forged from a single piece of high-carbon German steel and features a handle made from Santoprene (a rubbery material) that ensures a firm grip even in damp hands."
It only dropped lower in price once this year ... so chop chop!
Give your jack-o-lanterns an eerie glow — without creating a fire hazard! These flickering LED lights provide a candle-like effect, and they even come with a remote for dimming or brightening. There's also a timer function so you can control how long they stay lit, and once spooky season is over, you can place them in candle holders to give your home a cozy ambience. Prime members can snag 'em for $10 (we've yet to see them dip lower than that).
A quality thermometer takes the guesswork out of cooking, and anything that makes mealtime easier is a plus in our book. No professional or home cook should be without one, especially considering it's just $9 (as low as we've seen it since 2022). Think of the meat — which isn't cheap! — you've had to throw out because it was inedible. With this bad boy, you'll achieve perfect results every time while saving money and reducing waste. Plus, you'll get a lot of use out of it, even beyond carnivorous cuisine.
The ThermoPro Digital Meat Thermometer has a 3.9-inch probe with a high-precision sensor for ultra-fast readings — we're talking mere seconds to ensure your steak doesn't turn into rubber while you're waiting to see the temperature. It features a range of -58°F to 572°F and an easy-to-read backlit LCD display.
Keep it on the fridge (it has a built-in magnet) or use the attached hook to hang it up. And don't worry about draining the battery (it takes one AAA — included!); the thermometer automatically shuts down after 10 minutes of inactivity.
It's also a versatile little gadget; you can use it to properly gauge the doneness of breads and cakes, or check the temperature of coffee, milk, cold beverages and even candy.
With tens of thousands of five-star ratings, this is a gadget you can count on.
"Used it for cooking turkey for Thanksgiving," one reviewer wrote. "Helped determine that the turkey breast in my Crockpot was thoroughly cooked, but the one in the InstantPot was not!"
Said one excited five-star fan: "Clever: I like the hideaway feature of the temperature probe. It didn't need a cover, and I cannot lose the cover. Quick: The probe pops out quickly and reads temps from any angle. Now I don't have to put my hand near the heat. Dangerous: I feel like a ninja getting ready for battle when I pop the probe out from its secret hiding spot. Look out, ya'll, the world is not big enough for this warrior."
"Professional chef here," wrote another satisfied shopper. "Everything like a cake or bread could be tested, and you can cook with confidence and precision. Great design and no fuss. Seems like it will last as well ... Exactly what I was looking for."
"I have been using this for a while now," shared a third cook. "The readings match two different thermometers brought over by friends and have made my cooking much more accurate. I thought I'd use it primarily for roasts and steaks, but I now use it to test doneness on sourdough loaves, checking water temperature for yeast starter and even double checking room temperature in various areas of the house. The greatest feature is the magnet on the back, which means I keep this right on the door of my fridge."
"The only thing I wish was that it had a way to clip onto the side of the pan instead of having to hold it with one hand while trying to stir with the other," wrote a generally pleased reviewer.
"Love the backlit screen and the handy temperature chart on the back," said a final fan. "The only complaint I have is they have the pork temp way too done for my liking."
One thing this thermometer can't do? Tell the temperature of shell-on eggs. But that's what the NobleEgg is for.
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
