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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