Best Thanksgiving Kitchen Tools and Tableware for 2025

For an all-around top performer, the Viking 3-Ply Roasting Pan with Non-Stick Rack stands out as the best option for Thanksgiving in 2024. This robust pan offers exceptional heat distribution, ensuring your turkey cooks evenly. The non-stick rack simplifies cleanup, making it less of a chore. Beyond Thanksgiving, this pan is versatile enough for year-round use, whether you're roasting vegetables or preparing other meats. It’s an investment that pays dividends long after the holiday season.

A close runner-up, the OXO Good Grips Carving and Cutting Board, proves to be an invaluable kitchen essential during Thanksgiving. Its juice groove is particularly handy, capturing liquids from meats and preventing countertop messes. Constructed to be durable and warp-resistant, it also features non-slip rubber feet for added stability. While it's perfect for carving and prepping your Thanksgiving turkey, this sturdy board is equally beneficial for everyday meal prep tasks.

If you're on a budget but don’t want to compromise on quality, the Typhur InstaProbe is a stellar choice. This digital meat thermometer delivers precise and lightning-fast temperature readings in less than a second, ensuring your turkey or meat is cooked to perfection. Affordably priced, it’s not just for Thanksgiving; the InstaProbe is also reliable for grilling and other cooking needs, making it a practical addition to any kitchen.

When it comes to making the best gravy, the OXO Good Grips Good Gravy Fat Separator is our top pick. This innovative tool allows you to effortlessly separate fat from juices, resulting in a healthier and more delicious gravy. Its design includes a stopper to prevent fat from mixing with your juices and a comfortable grip handle for ease of use. Whether for Thanksgiving or other meals, this fat separator is a must-have for sauce enthusiasts.

Carving your Thanksgiving turkey becomes an art with the Mercer Culinary Renaissance 11" Granton Edge Slicing Knife. This professional-grade knife features a sharp blade that ensures clean and precise cuts, preserving the texture and juiciness of your meat. The ergonomic handle adds comfort and safety, making it a reliable tool not just for Thanksgiving but for any occasion that requires expert carving.

In a busy holiday kitchen, the ThermoWorks TimeStack is an indispensable tool. This multi-timer can track up to four cooking times simultaneously, each with customizable alarms that include voice recordings. This feature ensures you stay on top of every dish without any mix-ups, making it easier to coordinate a flawless Thanksgiving feast. Its practicality extends beyond the holidays, proving useful for any multi-dish cooking session.