Gizmos for Cooks

My versions of medium heat, medium-high heat and high heat change on a daily basis. When I turn the knob on the stovetop to crank up the flame, I know I don’t put it at the exact same spot every time a different level of heat is required. But now I can achieve the type of precision I get with my oven — all I have to do is use the Digital Thermometer Pan from ThinkGeek.com. The nonstick skillet has a thermometer built right into the handle, making sure that you always know at which temperature you end up cooking. It might take a little trial and error to get it right for the different dishes you prepare, but once you cook something to perfection, simply write down the corresponding temperature and you’ll have taken the guesswork out of the equation the next time around. No more blackened burgers when you’re not expecting it!

Price: $49.99 from ThinkGeek.com