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Oxo makes great tools but no matter how good one makes a tool, the garlic press is a different matter. The biggest problem I have with a press is that they are so difficult to clean. I love using garlic in my cooking and the best way to mince garlic is to peel the cloves and chop with a...

Mandolins Great tool for cutting vegetables very thin consistently. Also has ability to julienne quickly and thinner than most can cut by hand. Can also cut a thin waffle shape which is great for making crispy potato chips. The thing to be careful of is cutting yourself by going too fast...

wire racks Besides cooking foods by letting the air circulate around whatever it is you are cooling (cakes and baked goods in particular). They are also great to coat foods with chocolate. Place the wire rack atop a sheet pan and the fruit or chocolate truffle (for instance) on the rack and...

ricer Good tool for making smooth mashed potatoes. You've got to work fast however as one cannot get too many potatoes in at once. Regarding potatoes getting cold, heat your butter and cream together with your salt and pepper, add immediately after ricing and you should have some fluffy...