I like to think of Thanksgiving as the Super Bowl of the culinary world. It’s a holiday all about food. Despite all my experience working in restaurants and cooking Thanksgiving dinners over the years, it can still stress me out. So today I’m sharing 3 appliances that make Thanksgiving easy!
Air Fryer
One of the big bottlenecks when it comes to cooking Thanksgiving dinner is oven space. You have to find room for turkey, ham, cakes, pies, you name it. Oven space is always at a premium on Thanksgiving. The problem becomes exponentially worse the bigger your guest list becomes.
One appliance that has been a big help in overcoming the limitations of the oven is my air fryer. While most air fryers are not big enough to handle the turkey, they are perfect for cakes, pies, dressing, and even smaller hams.
As a bonus, air fryers generally cook faster than a normal oven. So not only do they give you additional cooking space, but they also speed up the process. And as a veteran of many Thanksgiving dinners, let me tell you every second counts!
Check out my review of the Aumate Air Fryer for more details on these useful appliances!
Slow Cooker
On the opposite end of the spectrum, we have the slow cooker. Despite the name, the slow cooker can also save you time. Anything cooked in the slow cooker has to be done ahead of time, which allows you to spread out your prep time and get some things done early.
Oven space isn’t the only thing you will be short on; the stovetop has its limits as well. With everything from mashed potatoes, gravy, turnips, collards, and green beans all needing to be cooked, your stovetop is going to be pushed to the limit. Getting some things going in the slow cooker hours earlier can be a big help.
Stand Mixer
Last but not least, we have the stand mixer. While its prowess with desserts is well known, a good stand mixer can help with other dishes as well. Mixing your dressing, stuffing, or cornbread will be much easier with a stand mixer.
Cakes and pies are stalwarts of the Thanksgiving menu, and putting them together will be a breeze with a stand mixer. Holiday favorites such as sweet potato and pumpkin pie are ridiculously simple with a little electric power.
These are just some of the Thanksgiving appliances that have made my life easier. What are your favorites? Let me know in the comments!
