Must-Have: The Right Kitchen Tools

"One of my favorite appliances is my Cuisinart ice-cream maker. I rarely follow any of the directions and usually just throw in a ripe fruit like melon or strawberries and a half can of coconut milk for a yummy sorbet."
—Actress Kristen Bell

Cuisinart Frozen Yogurt — Ice Cream & Sorbet Maker in Red, $60

"What says "American summer" more than red lobsters in a blue-and-white enamel pot?"
—Architect Tom Kligerman

Granite Ware 15.5-quart Multi-Pot, $26

"This is incredible for the summertime smoothies I love to make!"

—Dancing with the Stars pro Karina Smirnoff

Blendtec Designer 625 Blender in Sea Foam, $480