Gadgets

I'm not usually a fan of kitchen gadgets that are only designed for one purpose or gimmicky items that purport to make a job easier.  Really, Slap Chop?  I can wash my chef's knife in far less time than it must take to clean you with all your fiddly bits.

One exception, though is my metal lime juicer.  It gets the job done, keeps the pips out and is easy to wash up.  Occasionally my local produce market has them in stock for far less than they run in the chain retail stores.  I think I paid about $3.99 for mine.  The only problem is that my lime juicer is good for just that - limes.  So I was thrilled when my mom presented me with two more juicers in larger sizes (she shops at the same market).

I love that they're color coded for limes, lemons and oranges.  Now these are some single use tools I can appreciate!