Knives
Part of the blade that extends fully into the handle, making it the most durable type of tang.
Full Tang
Tools designed to remove the skins of fruits and vegetables, available in stationary or swivel designs.
Peelers
Taller than they are wide
Pots
Containers for measuring volume that come in various sizes and shapes; spoons generally range from one-eighth teaspoon to one tablespoon
Measuring Cups and Spoons
Steps to storing Smallwares
Must be cleaned, rinsed, sanitized, and dry before storing; can be stored hung up on a wall, in labeled drawers, or inverted on shelves
Metal collars that strengthen knife blades by forging them.
Bolster
Hand tools acting as extensions of the hand for various kitchen tasks.
Tongs
This metal is an excellent conductor of heat; tarnishes
These are the kinds of scales
portion scale, balance-beam scale, and receiving scale
What is a bar blender vs a immersion blender
Bar blender has a motorized base and a covered container; immersion blender has a motorized shaft with blades on the end
A versatile knife used for chopping, slicing, and most cutting tasks, with lengths varying between 8 and 14 inches.
Chefs Knife
Utensils for portioning liquids.
Ladles
Used for stir-frying
Wok
Used to measure higher temperatures when cooking sugar or deep-frying
Candy Thermometer
Used to form rice-shaped pieces from cooked foods
Ricer
Knives with flexible, dull blades designed for spreading coatings on foods.
Available in solid, slotted, or perforated designs for various kitchen tasks.
Kitchen Spoons
Used to hold food in steam tables, warmers, and refrigerators
Hotel Pans
Works by aiming a laser light onto the surface of an object; measures surface temperature only
Infrared Thermometer
A single plate with a series of teeth or a metal box with teeth on each side
Graters
A tool designed to remove rough irregularities on the edge of a blade, held at a proper angle with moderate force when stroking.
Steel
Utensils used to lift, turn, and carry food items.
Off Set Spatulas
Used for roasting and baking
Roasting Pan
Oven safe; takes one to two minutes to register temperature
Bimetallic-Coil Thermometer
Used to grind, purée, and blend; cutting attachments can shred, julienne, and dice foods
Food Processor