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Its an underrated essential.

Small but mighty, an oven thermometer can prevent a disastrous situation.

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Garten doesnt go without it in her kitchen, notingthis specific Taylor optionthats just $7.

Just add this to your cart, and youre ready to make one of Gartens coveted recipes with confidence.

I know I am.

Taylor Large 2.5 Inch Dial Kitchen Cooking Oven Thermometer

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The front of the probe is made of oven-safe glass, while the rest is of durable stainless steel.

The thermometer is also angled, making it easy to read regardless of where you place it.

Thats exactly why this thermometer is a must-have for me.

OXO Good Grips Large Salad Spinner

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This product was a lifesaver, [and] we are now able to accurately set our oven.

It sits perfectly on the oven rack but doesnt take much space at all, they wrote.

Works perfectly, super inexpensive, everyone should have one,a second person wrote.

Anchor Hocking 10 Piece Mixing Bowl Set

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Buy it if you have any doubts about your oven.

Or even if you dontit might surprise you.

Its in my shopping cart, too.

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