Which kitchen tools does Janis Elspas recommend for efficient holiday cooking?

Based on the available content, Janis Elspas recommends a professional chef quality 8" 5-ply stainless steel frying pan for those who take cooking seriously. She also suggests using the OXO Good Grips Spiralizer for making dishes like Latkes Potato Pancakes. These tools can certainly help make holiday cooking more efficient and enjoyable.

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