I am one of those people who are guilty of spending hard-earned money on kitchen utensils. I buy the shiniest, hottest kitchen gadget and place it in a prime viewing spot in my kitchen. After a few days, I realize that I will never use it and put it away in a remote spot in my home. This new gadget will be forgotten and never used or seen again.

For example, many of my elaborate food and beverage preparation utensils are stored in a little used corner of my kitchen. However, certain items I have bought or received as presents are absolutely indispensable. They make cooking a breeze and save precious hours. One of these is the Oxo good grips mini chopper. It is enjoyable, simple to manipulate, simple to clean up, and has a non-slip handle.

For an inexpensive way to make pesto, salsa or for chopping foods such as garlic, onions or nuts, consider a mini chopper. These can be found inexpensively and can be kept right on your countertop. Chopping is done in just seconds and, with a non-slip grip, how could you go wrong?

Make the tedious task of mincing garlic a little easier by using the oxo good grips mini chopper. It's as simple as pressing a knob. The blades rotate each time you press. It is designed with an internal bumper so that chopping is quiet and comfortable.

You can chop ingredients in the enclosed cup with its soft, non-slip grip, or remove the base and chop directly on a cutting board. A tab rotates inside the cup to prevent food from accumulating on the side walls. The entire blade cartridge can be removed from the chopper by simply unscrewing it, so cleaning is very easy. The blade is made symmetrical for ease of reassembly.

The oxo good grips mini chopper is a wonderful present for everyone that loves cooking. Its non slip grip and spoon make for a flexibility and a freedom of labor that can't be beat. You can chop to your hearts content anything you wish without making yourself smelly.

People that love to cook also love to spend money on cooking utensils. While I am one to run out and get the newest and most popular kitchen tools, I usually find that they are not what they once seemed. After a few days, these shiny tools end up in the useless areas of my kitchen. I usually never use them. However, the good grips mini chopper is useful for a variety of tasks. This gadget comes equipped with a non slip grip and has a spoon for scooping, making it both fun to and easy to use. A great gift for all aspiring chefs.