1. A self-stirring multi cooker for those of us whose grown-up version of a fairy godmother would be a private chef. This dream machine uses an automatic paddle to shred meats and stir soups and stews so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your kiddos.
Promising reviews: "Works as advertised. Made apple butter without it sticking. Cleaned super easy, basically rinsed it out with some soapy water.
No scrubbing." — Elizabeth "This is going to save hours of my life. Caramelized onions perfectly.
Every 5-10 minutes I'd scrape down the sides so it's not 100% hands-free but it's way less hands-on. Yeeeessssss." — H Price: $79 (originally $99) 2.
A French press coffee maker to help your mornings feel more cafe-chill instead of running-out-the-door-for-school-panicky. Listen, it's better for everyone if you're properly caffeinated, so this is *basically* a gift for your kids. You're welcome, children.
Promising review: "I have been seeking a way to make good coffee that is also energy efficient. This is the best! Water doesn't even have to be boiling and you heat only as much as you need for a cup. The internet is full of recipes to use with this.
It is incredible. Walmart has it for a good price too." — Anonymous Price : $29.
98 (originally $44.95) 3. A Zevo flying insect trap if you're tired of hearing "ew, bugs" from your offspring.
I've had one of these in my kitchen for years because — as you can see — fruit flies are the bane of my existence. It i.