Inexpensive Stocking Stuffers for the Cook

This handy gadget features two sharp stainless-steel graters (coarse and fine), a clear container with lid, and a soft non-slip bottom. It's dishwasher safe and is available in red, black or pink. $12.99.

Made of ultra-hard ceramic (second in hardness only to diamonds), this funky grater is designed by Karim Rashid and has a non-slip silicone base and an ergonomic handle. It's ideal for grating hard cheeses, ginger, garlic, nutmeg, citrus zest, chocolate and more. $14.99.

Slice paper-thin, uniform slices of fruits and vegetables with this mandoline. Created with safety and convenience in mind, the mandoline comes with an easy-to-use food holder and a number of different blades for achieving a wide range of food cuts. $49.99.

Grind salt or pepper with one clever gadget. Made of stainless steel and plastic, this grinder also allows the user to adjust the coarseness of the salt and pepper. $25.95.

Scoop, measure and transport chopped foods easily with the Preptaxi Measuring Scoop from Chef's Planet. The scoops measure up to 2 cups of chopped food, and make it easy to transfer the food to a saute pan or a mixing bowl. $10.