Cooking Utensils

Over time, with use, your knives will grow dull. Sharpening knives is a basic and important skill for any cook or knife user to know. The necessary tools are minimal, and it can save you money and...

An apple peeler works by cranking a hand lever that rotates a pole--which lies parallel to the table--with three prongs on the end to attach the apple. The cranking motion moves the apple forward...

When I was growing up our family never ate rice. The first “white” rice I tried was instant rice, and I didn’t like it. Then I met the man who would become my husband. His mother and step-father...

Today's cookie presses come in a wide variety of choices; some are even electric, but there is nothing like a good old-fashioned cookie press for the sheer fun of use and the quality of the end...

A can opener can cost you around $5-$20 depending on the brand and quality of the item. However, when a can opener's blade goes dull it can cause quite an inconvenient situation. Nobody wants to...

Many people who cook at home end up using a paring knife or steak knife to slice and dice vegetables. These knives are generally too small and not well balanced enough to make clean and even...

Every task has tools and cooking is no exception. The general rule with tools is to spend as much as you can and maybe more than you think you can afford. There are many materials used these days...

Cutting a pineapple is not always the easiest thing to do if you have never done it. Try these steps to make it a lot easier the next time you cut a pineapple.

There are many different types of knife sharpeners available for the kitchen chef. There are electric knife sharpening stations, knife sharpening files and knife sharpening gadgets. One old...

All you want to do is get the lid off that glass bottle. You shouldn't need instructions, yet the notice, "Button pops up when seal is broken," is taunting you and you want to see that...

If you buy a lot of bottled water, or you pay for an expensive drinking water service, get a gravity feed water filter instead. These filters, also called "mechanical distillers," allow you to...

I love eating outdoors. I mostly enjoy relaxing and eating in my outdoor garden or on my house deck. I look forward to family picnics and at Myrtle Beach we can reserve a section with tables and...

For many years I have been a collector of wooden kitchen items. Since wood was a living being, I believe it holds a cellular memory within it. Because of this my collection is treasured by me. ...

Oven proofing your skillet does not have to be hard. Follow these steps to get your own over proof skillet.

Outdoor grilling has always been a popular pastime, and can be a pleasant alternative to cooking on a hot day. Instead of heating up the house, head outside and fire up your grill. But first make...

A hand held zester is a small kitchen utensil typically used to grate the peel of a lemon, lime, or orange. Citrus zest is a common ingredient used in mixed drinks as well as many other recipes.

The spoon is a cooking tool that has many uses. From eating, stirring, mixing and balancing on your nose. The spoon is one tool that has been around and is staying around, Here are some common...

Sometimes we are in the kitchen cooking for our family. In a minute the phone which is in the living room rings. We run to the living room to answer the phone. When we returned to the kitchen we...

When you walk in to your local kitchen store, the enormous knife case can be very intimidating. What is the difference between brands? What kinds of knives do you need? It turns out, in fact, that...

Unless you’re prepared to shell out some dough, most of the wooden spoons you can buy will be made of soft wood with a rough grain. You can improve the quality and lengthen the life of cheap...

Choosing the wood chips is one of the most important steps in using your stovetop smoker, because the chips you choose will create the wonderful smoky flavor that infuses your food. There are many...

Most people peel fruit and vegetables with an ordinary kitchen knife. Because they lack tools specially made for cutting produce, they spend more time than needed to prepare to cook. Learn how to...

Take great care of your cooking knives and they will last, making working in the kitchen effecient and a pleasure.

Most people think rolling pins are used only to roll out dough for cookies and pies. Amazingly, there are a number of other uses for rolling pins, some of which have nothing at all to do with cooking.

After using a chocolate chipper for the first time, you'll never want to buy a bag of chocolate chips again. The chipper allows you to break off pieces of high-quality chocolate. There is no waxy...

If you own a concession stand, then you're likely to want to add funnel cakes to the menu. Funnel cakes are delicious, easy-to-make treats that are sure to be a top seller. You need a good funnel...

If you like homemade mashed potatoes, a potato ricer may be the kitchen gadget for you. Using a potato ricer, you can make velvety smooth mashed potatoes right at home. Here's how to use a potato...

Fresh garlic is a culinary must for accomplished chefs. Compared to the dried version, fresh garlic is more flavorful. Peeling and mincing garlic with a knife can be a messy and time-consuming...

If you love cooking, your knives are important to you. And perhaps no blade holds a more prominent position in your collection than the one found on your meat cleaver. You must keep your cleaver...

The wide variety of cooking thermometers can make cooking your favorite dish a whole lot easier and safer. While some thermometers are basic and can be used for multiple purposes, others serve a...

Most people mistakenly assume that the steel rod usually sold as part of a knife set is used to sharpen knives. What it really does, however, is hone knives. Whereas sharpening knives removes...

Before burning another dinner, use a stovetop heat diffuser. A stovetop heat diffuser can be used with gas or electric ranges. Save your meals and cookware with this simple kitchen tool that acts...

Marinade injectors are a great way to inject big flavor into meat. This not only adds flavor to the meat but also keeps the meat juicy and tender. There are lots of marinade injectors to chose...

Candy making relies on precise timing during the cooking process. A candy thermometer is your best guarantee that your candy will be the right consistency after cooking. Remember to follow your...