What Makes a Kitchen Tool Essential?

While none of us are the primary chefs in our homes, we still have strong opinions about what kitchen gear is essential and what just takes up too much space. Mentioned: The Huffington Post's list of useful purchases for every household [https://www.huffpost.com/entry/useful-cyber-monday-deals-2020_l_5faec67ec5b68baab0fbe473]; Nicole's fancy trash can [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VXULPTQ/ref=cm_sw_r_fm_api_glc_fabc_XJYaGbE3H8EG4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&fbclid=IwAR1PZo8SlKciu_MI9VG5H0N0pnR-mfLO4AZCW73chObOXar5jE1Rm5MNb0o]; and reusable bowl covers, aka shower caps [https://www.amazon.com/Brite-Concepts-Reusable-Covers-2-pack/dp/B01NCATVPF].