Cheap Alternatives to Pricey Kitchen Gadgets

That $150 panini press looks really cool. But guess what? A $15 George Foreman grill will do the job just as well.

The Boston Globe went on a hunt for low-cost substitutions that’ll appeal to frugal foodies. The takeaway is that there’s no need to buy a $46 electric can opener or a $225 “juice extractor.”

Read more:

How to Cook Like the Frugal Foodie

How to Cook Like a Gourmet When You’re Broke

How to Cook with Under a Buck: A Talk with the 99-Cent Chef

Related Topics: food, George Foreman grill, kitchen, kitchen gadgets, Saving & Spending, Smart Spending
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