With the holiday season upon us, it’s the perfect time to evaluate your cooking tools and upgrade some of your well-worn essentials. 'Tis the season for hosting friends and family, after all, and you want to be prepared. A reliable knife set is key to every great kitchen, regardless of the time of year anyway.

So, if your knives have seen better days (or you've never owned a nice set prior), listen up! The Pioneer Woman 11-Piece Stainless Steel Knife Block Set is just $25 right now. It's part of Walmart's 2024 Black Friday deals which have already started (woo hoo!) so you can save nearly 40% on this bestseller.

Did you just whoop with delight? Same. Because that's an incredible price for one of the best knife sets around. The Pioneer Woman herself admits to owning two of them, in fact. "I love how sharp the knives are, and how compact the blocks are," Ree Drummond explains. The acacia wood block is under five inches wide, so they are perfect if you want to display them without taking up too much counter space.

The Pioneer Woman Breezy Blossoms 11-Piece Stainless Steel Knife Block Set

The Pioneer Woman Breezy Blossoms 11-Piece Stainless Steel Knife Block Set
Now 38% Off
$40 $25 at Walmart

And oh, you'll want to display them! Each sturdy block comes with one of Ree's signature floral patterns. The set is includes every basic style knife you'll need in the kitchen: chef, bread, Nakiri, utility, pairing, and steak; plus, a pair kitchen shears. The blades are made with durable stainless steel, so they'll last a really long time with proper care.

    There are several gorgeous colors available, all with the same soft grip handles for added comfort. In case you're curious which color is Ree's favorite, it's the dark blue! But of course, which color you choose is up to your own personal style and color preference. Currently, the teal option is on sale for under $25 while the others are $30, so you have a few great deals to choose from.

    But don't butcher your chance to bring home this knife set for less! Once other savvy shoppers find out, deals like this often sell out. So you know what to do: Chop to it!

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