Our Editors Share the Top Kitchen Appliances They Can’t Live Without

“I love cooking soups, but initially I was transferring my simmering veggies back and forth from pot to blender so I could puree it. Then I bought an immersion blender and oh, my goodness, why did I wait so long? It’s a major game-changer, and it came in handy when I had a baby and was blending fruits and veggies on the daily. I thought it was unnecessary because I already owned a Vitamix, but you can’t cook in a Vitamix, my friends!” – Mia S., content strategist, Food Network Canada & HGTV Canada

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“I judge an appliance’s worth based on the number of times I use it during the most hectic weeks. And the award goes to: my loyal Vitamix! It makes me smoothies when I’m rushing out the door, produces almond milk if I run out of store-bought (tip: blend almond butter and water for a quick hack!) and creates dressings and sauces in what feels like seconds. Not to mention, it legitimately cleans itself: just blend warm water and dish soap. Pure magic.” – Brittany D., editor, Food Network Canada

“I’m a huge fan of my slow cooker. I love recipes that are mostly hands-off and can just simmer all day while I run errands or enjoy a little downtime.” – Laura G., assistant editor, Food Network Canada & HGTV Canada

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“I can’t live without my French press – and maybe don’t try to talk to me before I use it, either. I’m much nicer after it’s been used and I have hot, fresh coffee in my mug.” – Chloe T., editor, Slice

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“Everyone who knows me, knows I love my Instant Pot, but if I had to take one appliance to a desert island, it would be my food processor. This isn’t any old food processor. I purposely sought the eight-cup version so I could make double batches of dough, cookies and hummus.”

– Jenny P., content strategist, Slice, History and Shaw Connect

“My Magic Bullet is a lifesaver. It’s great for blending my butter chicken sauce and my post-workout smoothies.” – Tracey M., producer, Slice

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I’m definitely a big fan of our panini press. With an athletic teen in the house, it helps with whipping up some quick, hearty sandwiches that I know he’ll actually eat.” – Dragana K., assistant editor, Slice, Shaw Connect and History

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