Entertaining season is rolling up – fast. There’ll be lots of cooking and baking and if there’s any way to make life easier in the kitchen easier, I’m all ears. How about you? Well, here are some practical ideas that won’t break your bank.

Trudeau Silicone Roast Rack & Lift

Come Thanksgiving, this roast rack will be a lifesaver. It’s heat resistant up to 482 degrees F and can fit up to a 15lb turkey and the handles are designed with locking center attachment for convenient and safe usage.

Silpat Non-Stick Baking Liner Half Size 11 5/8in x 16 1/2in

This handy non-stick silicon sheet is a must for any patisserie chef or home baker. I often see chefs use them and I’m amazed at how convenient it is compared to using non-stick spray or trying to scrape the pan afterwards to dislodge your cookies and patisseries.

Jaccard Simply Better Meat Tenderizer

There’s no excuse to serve your guests tough meat when you can use this mechanical meat tenderizer on any cut of meat including beef, pork, veal, turkey and wild game. So this is the secret of professional chefs? Hmm.

You can save $5 instantly on purchases of $50 and up on these kitchen tools simply by entering the coupon code – save5 – when checking out with your order. Or you can enter the coupon code – save10 – to save $10 and get free shipping on purchases of $100 and up. Offer ends October 31, 2009.

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