The space-saving essential anyone with a small kitchen should own

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Crate&BarrelCuisinart is one of the most trusted and convenient brands in cookware. Founded in 1971, the company was created in order to bring new kitchen technologies to the American market, starting with its flagship food processor. Since then, Cuisinart has expanded its reach to become a staple in kitchens across the country through its coffee makers, grills, slow cookers, and cutlery.

For anyone with limited kitchen space, but a desire to grill, griddle, and press panini, one product is an essential addition to your cooking toolset: the Cuisinart 5-in-1 Griddler.

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The griddle is perfect for those who are new to the city life, who had to give up the beauty of putting burgers on the grill because they don’t have the space for a grill in the backyard of their apartment. Additionally, the “5-in-1” aspect lives up to its name; the device can serve as a contact grill, panini press, full grill, full griddle and half grill/half griddle.

Depending on your cooking habits, the Cuisinart Griddler could quickly become the most used appliance in your kitchen. It’s an investment that will pay dividends to the budding chef, as they griddle eggs and bacon for breakfast, press panini for lunch, and grill burgers and steaks for dinner. Get cooking.

Cuisinart's 5-in-1 Griddler retails for $100 and can be found at retailers such as Amazon, Crate & Barrel, and Williams-Sonoma. For $30 less, there is a version of the Griddler with red dials, which is available for $70.