18 Kitchen Gadgets That Question The Intelligence Of Human Beings

The truth is, there's very little one needs in a kitchen to cook a delicious meal. A good pot and a pan. A sharp kitchen knife (or two) is essential. Salt, for sure. And a few other tools. But what you don't need is a specialized tool to slice your bananas (by the way, it's even harder to clean than a knife). Or a pedestal that holds your tomato for you while you slice it, when the hand that is attached to your body can do the very same job for free.

There's an overwhelming amount of kitchen tools on the market that are absolutely useless. Most of them can be replaced with a simple kitchen knife -- and all of them question the intelligence of the human race. Without further ado, the 18 kitchen gadgets you will absolutely never need.

Chef'n Bananza Banana Slicer

Amazon

You know, for those days when you just can't be bother with a knife.

Quesadilla Maker

Amazon

When you don't want to pull out a pan, there's a specially-designed quesadilla maker that can take up space on your counter that can cook up quesadillas just as well as a pan can. Bonus: chile handles.

Fox Run Banana Slicer by Fox Run

Amazon

Again, for those days when you just can't be bothered with a knife.

Pasta N More

Amazon

Here's a hug tub to store that is made specifically to microwave pasta. This is officially the biggest waste of space in any and all kitchens.

Pickle Picker

Amazon

Apparently forks aren't good enough for those pesky, briny pickles. That's why there's a tool solely devoted to nabbing those hard-to-spear fellas.

Joie Tomato Slicer & Knife

Amazon

Bahahahaha. The hand just isn't good enough.

Egg-and-Muffin Toaster

Amazon

There's something that feels not right about cooking eggs on the side of a toaster. Just sayin'.

Amco Pepper Prepper

Amazon

Learn to use a knife already, or just get out of the kitchen.

Norpro Mushroom Egg Slicer

Amazon

At least this gadget multitasks, it can slice eggs AND mushrooms. Wonder how many different produce items a knife could slice...

Amco One-Step Corn Kerneler

Amazon

Yes, cutting corn off the cob is a messy endeavor. But you can avoid that mess by using a bundt pan (which will also bake you a cake) and a kitchen knife.

OXO Good Grips 3-In-1 Avocado Slicer

Amazon

You don't deserve to eat avocados.

Taco Proper

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Garlic Peeler

Amazon

Peeling garlic is a pain, we know. And this garlic peeler might not take up too much space in your drawer. But, did you know you can quickly peel a head of garlic in less than 30 seconds with nothing more than a couple of bowls you most likely already own? Because, you can.

Chef'n Strawberry Slicester Hand-Held Strawberry Slicer