kitchen equipment & utensils
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Kitchen Equipment & Utensils. Paring knife. Small knife to peel fruit Also good for slicing or chopping tiny foods. Serving spoon. Also comes in slotted version- which can be used to serve foods cooked in liquid. Serrated Knife. Saw-tooth blade - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Kitchen Equipment & Utensils
Paring knifeSmall knife to peel fruitAlso good for slicing or chopping tiny foods
Serving spoonAlso comes in slotted version- which can be used to serve foods cooked in liquid
Serrated KnifeSaw-tooth bladeUsed to cut breads and pastry without crushing them
Liquid Measuring CupsLiquid ingredients only!Available in various sizesMetric & English
Pastry BlenderUsed to CUT-IN fats into dry ingredientsAlso good for smashing foods like potatoes, bananas, and avocadoes
GratersUsed to shred or grate foods such as cheese or carrots
Vegetable BrushUsed to scrub vegetables and fruits- to remove dirt and pesticides
Muffin tinsCome in a variety of sizesGrease individual cups, or use with paper liners
Can Opener
To open lids on cans
Metal Spatula
For evening off the tops of measuring cupsAlso work well for spreading and frosting
Mixing Bowls
Containers to mix and blend ingredientsCome in several sizes
Dish Drainer/RackDrains Dishes after washingLocated under sink in each kitchen
Rolling PinFor rolling out doughAlso good for pounding and smashing of foods
Hand-mixerDetachable beatersGood for batters and thin doughsHeavy doughs will burn out motor
TurnerTo turn or flip food without piercing it
Rubber SpatulaUsed for scraping all of the product out of mixing bowls, etc.Used to FOLD-IN Do not use over direct heat
Dry Measuring CupsDry ingredients only!Usually come nested in 1/4c., 1/3c., 1/2c. and 1c.
Garlic PressMost presses require you to peel the garlic clove firstAlso good for fresh ginger
Cutting BoardProtects counter when cutting with a knifeCan be wood, plastic and other various types of material
Sauce PanCome in variety of sizesStraight sidesDeep
Dutch OvenLarge pot- many usesGot its name from the early settlers who used it for baking cakes, casseroles, etc. over an open fire place
Colander/StrainerTo drain foods cooked in liquidTo remove fat from ground beefTo wash fruits and veggiesStrainer has wire mesh material
Cooling RackAllows for better air circulation around cooling food
Cake PanCommon in 8”, 9”, and 10” sizesHas straight sidesSome have removable bottom
Saute Pan!Used to sauté, pan fry and pan broil
Peeler Used to pare (remove skin from) fruits and vegetables
Measuring SpoonsDry & liquid measurement toolUsually nested in 1/8t., 1/4t., 1/2t., 1t. and 1 T.
SifterTo aerate dry ingredients for bakingAvoid getting the sifter wet- tap out over garbage and wipe with a clean, damp cloth
BasterUsed for basting (adding moisture &/or flavor to foods while cooking)Also used for removing fat drippings
Kitchen ShearsSnips foods such as vegetables, doughs and meats
JuicersAllows you to get more juice out of citrus fruits than squeezing by hand
LadleUsed for serving liquid foods and drinks
Food ProcessorQuick and convenient way to slice, shred, chop, mix, etc.Beware of very sharp blades!
Jelly-roll panBasically, a cookie sheet with sidesUsed to make a jelly-roll cakeAlso good for baking foods that may emit a liquid, juice or fat
Cookie SheetNo sides allows for even air-flow and cooking of foods
Pastry BrushUsed to brush on liquids such as melted fat, egg wash, or glazeAlso used to apply marinade when grilling
Wire whiskUsed to incorporate air into foodsDo not use for thick batters or doughs
Double BoilerCooks food over water (steam heat) rather than direct heat, which prevents scorchingGreat for melting chocolate & marshmallowAlso used for egg & cream based sauces, puddings, etc.
Wooden spoonsUsed when stirring hot thingsAvoid using with colored foodAvoid soaking in waterWon’t scratch non-stick surfaces
Casserole DishUsed to bake casserolesUsed in oven and microwave only!
Egg SeparatorFor separating egg yolk from the egg white
Chef’s knifeUsed for slicing, dicing, chopping, etc.Curved tip allows for rocking motion which helps with speed and accuracy
BlenderFor mixing liquids
Ex. Milkshakes, frozen drinks, salad dressing
Stand Mixer3 attachments
Wire Beater- good for thin battersDough Hook- for mixing & kneading bread doughs
Paddle- good for cookies & thick batter
9x13 PanRectangular baking panFor cakes, brownies, etc.
Loaf PanComes in a variety of sizesFor baking yeast breads, quick breads, and “meat” loaves
CanistersTo store dry ingredientsNested in various sizes
Pizza CutterTo cut pizza- duh!Also good for cutting dough
Meat ForkTo serve meatAlso used as a stabilizer during slicing
Apple Corer-slicerPush down over apple to core and slice at one time
Pie PanRecognizable by its slanted sides
Tube PanNamed for the air tube running up the center of pan- allows for heat circulation and even cookingCakes are inverted on tube while cooling, for volume
FunnelFor transferring ingredients to smaller containersAlso used to make funnel cakes!
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