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Supervising editor Marilyn Ong uses them for everything from scraping the frosting bowl clean to getting every last drop of ginger scallion sauce into her kid’s rice bowl.

We rounded up some practical tips and gear recommendations to help you avoid throwing away excess ingredients or leftovers—and to best use what you do have to nourish yourself and others.

Deal price: $316 | Street price: $400

This is the smokeless fire pit to buy if you want something sturdy, classic-looking, and easy to clean that will blend in on your patio.

Deal price: $32 | Street price: $40

You could keep salt in any number of containers, but this open-mouthed ceramic piece has a wide, angled opening so it’s easy to grab a pinch. We think it makes an excellent gift for hosts or hostesses.

Deal price: $80 | Street price: $110

These rain boots are the best high-end option you can buy. The boot is built entirely of rubber, but it’s not overly heavy. The tread pattern doesn’t trap debris, and it channels water away like a wet-weather tire, making these boots some of the stickiest in our traction tests.