Whether it’s your first or hundredth time hosting Thanksgiving, you'll undoubtedly find yourself rolling out pie dough with a wine bottle (because you lost your rolling pin), sieving gravy through a paper towel (because your fine mesh strainer is nowhere to be found) or coming up with any number of creative solutions for missing tools. But not this time. This year Food Network Kitchen has put together a list of the most important items you'll need to pull off dinner for your group of family and friends.

Sure, you won’t use a roasting pan on the reg, but this investment piece is a holiday must that will last for many, many years to come. You’ll want a heavy-duty pan with high sides to keep any juices from splashing out as you transport your turkey from oven to counter.

And look for one that comes with a nonstick rack. The rack helps air circulate around your bird as it cooks, rendering perfectly crisp skin, and the non-stick will make cleanup a little easier.

Buy It: Anolon Tri-Ply Clad Stainless Steel Roaster, $116.58, Amazon

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Not into roasted turkey? #FreeTheOven this year with a deep-fried bird. Instead of standing outside in the cold monitoring your turkey while it cooks, pick up an indoor tabletop turkey fryer that will safely produce a golden, crispy bird in no time. Butterball makes a reliable fryer. Plus, all the messy bits are dishwasher safe making cleanup a breeze.

Buy it: Butterball Electric Fryer, $119 (reg. $148.70), The Home Depot

Some say tying the legs up close to the breast helps protect the faster-cooking white meat from drying out in the oven. Others prefer not to truss, so the skin around the legs can crisp. But one thing is undeniable: if you want that picture-perfect Thanksgiving bird presented for carving, you need to truss that turkey. And to keep your twine sanitary and tangle-free consider picking up a twine holder.

Buy it: Norpro Stainless Steel Holder with Cooking Twine, $24.80, Amazon

While you don’t need to have a regimented plan for your turkey, the occasional baste will prevent scorching, particularly useful if your oven has hot spots. Look for a baster with an ergonomic design (a little curve will help you reach in the hot oven without risking a burn to your hands). A removable bulb and cleaning brush will keep your baster squeaky clean for many holidays to come.

Buy it: OXO Good Grips Angled Turkey Baster with Cleaning Brush, $16.95, Amazon

Picture this: Your turkey looks golden and ready for carving, then you make the first cut. Your bird is raw inside. Avoid a Thanksgiving tragedy — invest in an instant read thermometer. You won’t have to guess on cooking temperature, and our favorite thermometer has a has a temperature range of -58 to 572 degrees F.

Buy it: Thermapen One, $69 (reg. $109), ThermoWorks

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Before you get to carving your perfectly cooked turkey, you’ll need to let it rest. Resting helps redistribute the juices drawn to the skin while cooking for a juicier bite. As for a place to rest and carve your turkey, choose a large cutting board with a juice groove to keep your counters clean while you work.

Buy it: The Butcher Block, $129, Made In

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The time has come to wrestle the daunting turkey, which means you need a razor-sharp knife that easily carves slices for plating. The pointed tip and flexible blade of this knife effortlessly maneuvers around bones, and you'll never lose your grip on its smooth black resin handle. Though an expensive pick, this Wüsthof is worth every penny if you're the designated Thanksgiving host year after year.

Buy it: WÜSTHOF Classic 9" Hollow Edge Carving Knife, $170, Amazon

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Your parents have finally passed the torch — you’re hosting your first Thanksgiving dinner. That’s some adult stuff and you’ll need more than that fry pan and pasta pot from college. Invest in a set like this 11-piece non-stick one from Anolon that has everything you need.

Buy it: Anolon Advanced Home 11-Piece Cookware Set, $299.99 (reg. $329.99), Amazon

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There is no way to avoid it: You'll be peeling for days before Thanksgiving if you plan to serve any combination of potatoes, sweet potatoes, pumpkin or carrots, so you’ll need a workhorse of a peeler. We like the ergonomic grip of a swivel peeler and our favorite comes with a handy eyer that removes blemished parts of potatoes and other produce easily.

Buy it: OXO Good Grips Pro Swivel Peeler, $15.99, Amazon

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Let’s be real, the mashed potatoes are almost as important as the turkey. So, pick up a potato ricer, and you’ll never serve lumpy mashed potatoes again. Need we say more?

Buy it: OXO Good Grips 3-in-1 Adjustable Potato Ricer, $39.50, Amazon

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When it comes to casserole dishes, anything that can go from oven to table is gold. Your food will stay hotter for longer, plus you’ll have one less dish to clean after the big feast. We love this Pyrex dish because it is sturdy, will last forever and comes with a lid for transportation to potluck dinners.

Buy it: Pyrex Basics 3-Quart Glass Baking Dish, $35.99, Amazon

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A lot of pepper grinding is bound to happen over the holidays and if your disposable or poorly crafted mill is slowing you down, try switching to a Derwent Pepper Grinder. Select your desired level of coarseness so the perfect level of spice can be added to your kitchen.

Buy it: Cole & Mason Derwent Pepper Grinder, $59.95, Amazon

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Between all the twine cutting and herb snipping, a good set of sharp kitchen shears are an oft-forgotten holiday tool kit must. Choose a pair that is super strong and durable, yet also nimble enough to make quick, precise cuts.

Buy it: Misen Kitchen Shears, $29, Amazon

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Box graters are just so incredibly versatile it would be a shame to go without one. You’ll need it for the obvious grated cheese and shredded carrot needs, but you can also use it for less obvious tasks, like grating butter for the perfect-size butter bits in a flaky pie crust. We like this one that rests on a slightly angled plastic collecting container, so you can work faster and feel more comfortable while doing so.

Buy it: Progressive International Grate, Slice & Store Set, $18.39 (reg. $23.49), Amazon

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For those finishing touches, like a sprinkle of parmesan, a grating of fresh nutmeg or a zest of citrus peel you’ll need a Microplane rasp. We like this one with a comfort grip handle to protect your fingers. Rasps will also make quick work of grating garlic.

Buy it: Microplane Zester Grater, $17.95, Amazon

Nothing is worse than a greasy gravy. And while painstakingly skimming the fat from the top is doable by hand, after a long day of cooking, wouldn’t you rather this nifty gadget quickly do the hard work for you?

Buy it: OXO Good Grips 4-Cup Fat Separator, $19.95, Crate&Barrel

For any dish that requires a precision slice you can save yourself a lot of time and food waste by using a handheld mandoline. For us, easy-to-use is best, which is how we landed on this Mueller Multiblade that is a dependable favorite.

Buy it: Mueller Multiblade Slicer, $37.99, Amazon

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No Thanksgiving feast is complete without a slice of flakey-crusted, creamy pumpkin pie. And to get that perfect slice you’ll need the right pie plate. Our pick goes for function over form and no plate makes a more perfectly golden crust than a tempered glass pie plate.

Buy it: Pyrex 9-inch Glass Pie Plate, $18.32, Amazon

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Carving into your bird can sometimes be more work than the entire cooking process itself, but it doesn't have to be. Grab an electric knife to make the serving process a breeze. Just make sure you have an outlet nearby, so you don't lose power in the middle of slicing the turkey breast.

Buy It: Cuisinart Electric Knife, $39.39, Amazon

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Deep frying your turkey has gained popularity, but you don't have to add a full deep-fryer to your cooking arsenal in order to achieve the crispy exterior and tender, flavorful meat that this cooking method ensures. This accessory set, which includes a perforated poultry rack, grab hook, meat thermometer, seasoning injector and a three-piece skewer set, turns your stockpot into a deep fryer fit for one large turkey or three chickens.

Buy It: Bayou Classic Fryers Complete Turkey Fryer And Poultry Rack Accessory Set, $36.99, BBQ Guys

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The long thin blade of a carving knife allows you to cut around joints with ease and make clean, even slices across the length of the bird. Think of the carving fork as a stabilizer to hold the turkey in place while you slice — a large carving fork with straight prongs makes this easy. This set has a stylish wood handle, which allows it to go from kitchen to table.

Buy It: HENCKELS CLASSIC 2-Piece Carving Set, $89.95 (reg. $159), Wayfair

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Some people swear by a butter-basted turkey, (aka covering your bird with butter-soaked cheesecloth and basting liberally while it cooks). But that's not the only use for this tool. Cheesecloth is handy for straining custards, gravy, stocks and cheese as well as making a bouquet garnish (a fancy term for a tied bundle of herbs added to sauces and soups).

Buy It: Regency Wraps 100% Cotton Ultra Fine Natural Cheese Cloth, $4 (reg. $5), Amazon

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