22 Gifts for Home Cooks You Can Buy on Amazon

If you're looking for the greatest hits of cooking gifts, this list is it. For every苏s vide,slow cooker,stand mixer, andcast iron skillet我们已经试过和爱,我们添加了for the ultimate guide to the best of the best. Whether you're looking for an Instant Pot to feed the family throughout the week or a Dutch oven to bring to the table at dinner parties, all of these kitchen tools are our holiday favorites. These gift ideas will work perfectly for any chef or food lover in your life. Read on for some of our favorite gifts for home cooks on Amazon.

Ourfavorite chef's knifeis one of our readers' most popular purchases of all time, and for good reason. The blade's durability and weight work for every cooking style.

To buy:Mac Knife Professional Hollow Edge Chef's Knife, $144 (originally $175)

900 perfect ratings made this Vitamix thebest one on Amazonbecause it delivers. From making nut butter to steaming hot soups and every smoothie imaginable, this appliance provides years and years of top-of-the-line blending.

To buy:Vitamix 5200 Blender Professional-Grade, $450

We'd argue that ice cream is great any time of year, and these tools will have you making and scooping the best homemade versions you've ever had. For sweet-toothed friends and families with kids, you will never regret having ice cream on hand at all times.

To buy:Zeroll Ice Cream Scoop, $18;Hello, My Name Is Ice Cream Cookbook, $9;Cuisinart 1.5 Quart Frozen Yogurt-Ice Cream Maker, $45

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The best slow cooker we tested will stand the test of time; it makes everything from fall soups and stews to buffalo chicken dip. The internal thermostat makes tiny continuous adjustments all day long, so the low and slow process is as precise as it gets.

To buy:Cuisinart Cook Central 4-in-1 Multi-Cooker, 7 quart, $200 (originally $395)

Related:Slow Cooker Soup Recipes

Mercer's high carbon, no-stain German cutlery steel resists all matter of use, and the santoprene handle has a non-slip grip even with wet hands. Any serious home cook will love thisultra-efficient and durable base set. For a morebudget-friendly version, Cuisinart's high carbon stainless steel set has thousands of five-star ratings, even more pieces, and is dishwasher safe.

To buy:Mercer Culinary Genesis 6-Piece Forged Knife Block Set, $173;Cuisinart 15-Piece Stainless Steel Hollow Handle Block Set, $89

You don't need a full back garden to grow your own fresh herbs. TheAeroGardenmakes it all possible, with basil, parsley, dill, thyme, and mint seeds that sprout up to 12 inches tall under LED grow lights. Green thumb or not, you will have ingredients all year long.

To buy:AeroGarden Harvest Elite, $135 (originally $180)

Easily one of thebest cutting boards, John Boos butcher blocks are made of the sturdiest maple, walnut, and cherry wood. They're as durable for carving as they are beautiful as charcuterie boards.

To buy:John Boos Block Maple Cutting Board with Juice Groove, $90

Instant Pot is everywhere, and withplenty of recipe booksnow available for cooking in the famous multicooker there's never been a better time to try one out. Great for recent grads or college students with limited space, as well as busy parents looking to set a timer and go.

To buy:Instant Pot Duo 6-Quart 7-in-1, $80 (originally $100)

Acast iron skillet是一个主要在任何家庭厨房,照顾啊f it to keep it properly seasoned is something of a quest. If you know someone who is in need of a new one (tried and true Lodge) or wants to invest in an upgrade that's worthy of heirloom status (hello,Smithey),这些都是为你在这里。

To buy:Lodge 12 Inch Cast Iron Skillet with handle cover, $45;Smithey No. 12 Cast Iron Skillet, $200

For habitual bakers and cooks with more kitchen space, aKitchenAid mixeris a sure staple. There areplenty of deals on the applianceon Amazon at all times, but we recommend getting or gifting a neutral color to outlast fleeting kitchen trends.

To buy:KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Qt. Stand Mixer with Pouring Shield, $280-$350

Samin Nosrat'sSalt, Fat, Acid, Heatis a delightful turn through the basics (and the intricacies) of cooking, through the lens of four main elements. Both novices and seasoned cooks will love the histories, illustrations, and recipes woven through the book. It's both a comfort and a conversation piece.

To buy:Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking, $21 (originally $37)

A compact and effective seasoning grinder is a great gift and a great buy for habitual home cooks. The ceramic burr mill will work on peppercorns just as well as tough sea salt, with adjustable settings for both.

To buy:Eparé 2 in 1 Salt & Pepper Grinder, $22

When scents from cooking day in and day out overwhelm your living space (or if you accidentally neglect your toast) use a candle to offset the smells and calm the senses.

To buy:NEST Fragrances Classic Candle, Cedar Leaf & Lavender, $42

Thebest sous videwe've tested and one of the best on Amazon, the Joule is a customer darling. It rarely goes on sale due to demand, but the sleek and professional tool is worth the investment for anyone in search of a perfectly cooked steak, pork shoulder, or rib roast.

To buy:Breville Joule Sous Vide, $200

Though it's great to have a full-size appliance on hand, a miniature version often does the trick for most chopping and blending necessities. This is the best bang for your buck when it comes to food processors.

To buy:Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Processor, $30

All-Clad is a quality nonstick go-to, and they make just about any pot and pan size under the sun. The frying pans are the perfect gift for everyday use and all stovetop tasks.

To buy:All-Clad Hard Anodized Nonstick Fry Pan Cookware Set, $60

Depending onthe size you're aiming for, as far as standard 6- to 7-quart volumes, Lodge has the best deal on Amazon. Of course for the name brand and the full array of colors, there are Staub and Le Creuset, but this version will do the job for half the cost.

To buy:Lodge 6 Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven, $70

For the home cook who loves to have fresh fruits and veggies in the fridge at all times, these containers are a game-changer. Customers rave about how much longer their produce stays fresh, unbruised, and unwilted.

To buy:Rubbermaid FreshWorks Produce Saver Food Storage Containers, $27

Reidel makes some of the best glassware in the business, so a set of wine tumblers is the perfect holiday, housewarming or birthday gift.

To buy:Riedel O Wine Tumbler Cabernet, 8 glasses, $90

For folks who still love to flip through physical cookbooks for recipes, or those who need a spot for a tablet, this stand can do both. Keep the ingredients off of your valuable reading materials.

To buy:Bamboo Book Stand, $15

Fresh coffee makes the world go round (that's the saying, right?) A great coffee maker is an essential kitchen tool, and a French press is easy to use and easy to store away when you need the counter space.

To buy:Bodum French Press, $35

For barbecues, steaks or roasts, a serving of meat is only as good as the knife that's cutting it. Make sure guests get the best experience with a proper set of steak knives.

To buy:Zwilling J.A. Henckels Steak Knife Set, 80 (originally $160)