Stock up on kitchen essentials that make it easier to prepare comfort food all season long. (FOX News Composite)
Comfort food season is here. From hearty soups and slow-cooked roasts to homemade bread and freshly baked pies, the right kitchen tools can make fall cooking easier and more enjoyable. We rounded up the cooking essentials worth buying now, including a
, and other versatile picks for cozy meals at home.
Original price: $499.95 This Dutch oven arrives ready to use — no seasoning required. (Amazon)
A Dutch oven is a fall kitchen essential, and this is built to last. The 7.25-quart enameled cast-iron pot distributes and retains heat for soups, chili, roasts and even sourdough bread. The lid helps circulate steam and retain moisture, while compatibility with all cooktops and oven-safe construction up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit add versatility. This is another popular choice.
Original price: $499.99 The 5-quart bowl can mix enough dough for up to nine dozen cookies or four and a half loaves of bread. (Wayfair)
Wayfair: $399.99
From mixing cookie dough to kneading bread and shredding chicken, the KitchenAid stand mixer handles a wide range of recipes. The mixer has 10 speeds and a tilt-head design, and comes with a wire whip, dough hook, flat beater, pouring shield and stainless-steel bowl. Additional attachments, including a pasta roller and ice cream maker, are sold separately.
Bring this slow cooker to family gatherings and tailgates. (Amazon)
Amazon
$68.20
Let handle dinner while you focus on curating the perfect fall mood. Its 7-quart capacity is ideal for soups, stews and tender roasts, while the locking lid helps prevent spills during transport.
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Make quick work of hearty fall meals. (Amazon)
Amazon
$107.34
When you want slow-cooked flavor without the wait, turn to the . It traps steam inside a sealed lid to build pressure and cook food faster than a traditional slow cooker. Use it for stews, roasts and other hearty fall meals.
Whip up soups, sauces and more with this handheld powerhouse. (Amazon)
Amazon
$79.99
Blend soups, whip cream and mix pancake batter with a . Four speed settings give you control over each recipe, while smart torque technology maintains a consistent speed through thick, frozen or hot ingredients. The included whisk attachment makes quick work of meringues and other desserts.
Prep for any recipe in minutes. (Cuisinart)
Cuisinart: $219.95
Speed up prep work with a . Its large feed tube, industrial-quality motor, slicing discs and chopping blades handle everything from vegetables and hard cheese to dough, sauces and soups.
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Original price: $271 Take sweet and savory recipes from the oven to the table. (Wayfair)
Wayfair: $99.99
Bake casseroles, pasta dishes, roasted vegetables and more in this three-piece . The nestable stoneware dishes retain heat without absorbing moisture, while their large handles make it easier to move hot food from the oven to the table. The set includes three rectangular bakers.
Roast chicken and turkey in this nonstick pan. (Amazon)
Roasts take center stage in the fall, making a reliable roasting pan a kitchen essential. combines stainless steel with a ceramic nonstick coating for easier cleanup. Use the removable rack to elevate meat while it cooks, then take it out when making lasagna, casseroles and other dishes. Stay-cool handles make it easier to move the pan in and out of the oven. (FOX is an investor in HexClad).
Original price: $49.95 Get classic pie edges with this stoneware dish. (Sur La Table)
Sur La Table: $19.72
Bake sweet or savory pies, quiches and tarts in this . Its material promotes even heating, while the ruffled edges help create a decorative crust. The thick enamel resists scratches. Right now, the blue and red colors are 61% off.
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Original price: $40 Swap out well-worn sheet pans for a new set at the start of the season. (Amazon)
The aluminum pans in the three-piece
come in three sizes for tasks such as baking cookies, roasting vegetables and cooking meatballs.
Elevate parties and casual dinners with homemade pizza. (Amazon)
Amazon
$49.99
Bring restaurant-style pizza to game days and date nights with a . The stone can withstand oven temperatures up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit, helping create crisp crusts at home. Add your favorite toppings, then use the wooden peel to transfer the pizza from the oven to the table.
Original price: $160 Cut through rich roasts with these steak knives. (Wayfair)
Wayfair: $79.99
Use an eight-piece to set the table for fall dinner parties and holiday gatherings. The stainless-steel blades slice through meat easily and help preserve your everyday cooking knives. The set also comes in a giftable wooden box.
Original price: $34.99 Shield your hands from heat while cooking and handling hot dishes. (Amazon)
Protect your hands while cooking and handling hot dishes with the . The ribbed design provides a secure grip on pots and pans, while the mitts resist up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Get a read on meats as they cook with this thermometer. (Amazon)
Amazon
$15.98
Use a to take the guesswork out of cooking meat. Its fast response time, backlit display and waterproof design make it easy to monitor food as it cooks. The included temperature guide helps you achieve your preferred doneness.
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Caitlyn Martyn is an editor and primarily writes and edits commerce content for the Deals section on Fox News.
