30 Cooking and Baking Tools For The Holidays

I use this pan as soon as the weather cools down. I make all kinds of roasted meats in it, but the real reason I bought it is that it can hold a 25 pounds of turkey. How awesome is that?

Every respectable host needs a set like this one. A carving knife and a fork for the turkey are a must.

These giant forks might look scary, but they are perfect for lifting the turkey and placing it on the carving board. You definitely need something like that. I love my set!

The fat separator- this little tool helps you make that excellent gravy without the fat. It also has markings on it, so you know exactly how much liquid you need to use for your recipe.

This intelligent tool is perfect for basting the turkey. It also comes with a brush for easy cleaning.

If you want to become a pro in the kitchen, you need the proper tools. A thermometer is a must, as you can also use it for Outdoor Cooking, BBQ, roasted meats, candy, coffee, milk, and more.

Roasted meats require a good carving board, and this is a really nice one.

This is a fun platter to serve the turkey or any roasted meats you might prepare for the holidays.

These brushes are good for many jobs in the kitchen, from basting to brushing eggs on pastries.

I love my food processor. I use it for so many jobs in the kitchen. As a food blogger, I need it to make my life easier, but you really don't need a blogging career to get one for your needs.

I know that this is an item many wish they had in their kitchen. It is indeed a beautiful tool to have and extremely useful. If you can afford it, get it, and you can thank me later.

Mixing bowls with lids? Yes, please! Perfect for salads, doughs, batters, and so much more.

Measuring cups and spoons are a must if you like to bake. This set is one of my favorites out there, and I use it all the time.

This set is a minimum, in my opinion, to fulfill the needs of a kitchen. With this set, you should be able to bake anything from cakes to cookies and breads and get ready for the holidays.

That awesome mashed potatoes recipe of yours cannot be made without this one!

These food storage containers are a must when you have tons of leftovers. Get multiple-size containers so you can accommodate the food.

This a great little tool to have in the kitchen all year round.

A food scale is precious when making these delicious European recipes that use grams for ingredients.

The tools would be useless if you would not have great recipes to make for the holidays. Here is a collection of the best side dish recipes from around the web.

Crock-Pots are a lifesaver when you have too many things to cook and so little space in the oven. Plus, you can use them all year round.

Old fashion cooking in this beautiful skillet, what's not to love about?

I have this exact cast-iron casserole and use it for soups, stews, fried foods, and even bread. It is a lifesaver and an awesome pot to have!

I have a few baking dishes like these, and I love them. Stuffing, scalloped potatoes, and other side dish items are perfect for this set.

I like Pyrex baking items, and for that reason, I added them here. I also noticed that most people own one for pies.

If you want to get fancy...

And let’s not forget about a wine bottle opener! It is probably one of the most important items on the list, especially if you deal with some annoying relatives that you cannot ignore! 🙂

Platters are important when you entertain. While you might have baking pans, pretty enough to get on the table, platters are great for appetizers, desserts, a side dish, etc.

A pretty wine glass makes the table more elegant. This set of 12 glasses is an excellent buy if you have a larger crowd to entertain.

If you entertain for the holidays, a nice set of plates for 12 people is great to have.

Cooking in the kitchen can get messy, so these aprons are great for protecting your clothes.