How to Use a Grater

No cook would ever dream of being without a grater, one of the handiest and most versatile tools in a well-equipped kitchen. Although grating cheese is the grater's primary purpose, a creative cook will use many different graters for a myriad of time-saving tricks.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Choose a grater that fit your particular needs. Hand-held graters don't take up much space in the drawer, but if you plan to grate large amounts of cheese, invest in a larger, professional quality grater. A multi-sided grater is versatile and will allow you to grate cheese very finely or to slice it for sandwiches or snacks. A cheese mill is an option as well and will save wear and tear on your knuckles.

2. Spray the grater lightly with cooking spray or coat it with a thin layer of oil before grating for effortless clean-up.

3. Grate the food by pushing it in a downward motion over the holes. Take it easy at first and watch out for your knuckles and fingertips.

4. Rinse the grater in hot water immediately after using it, so that food doesn't have a chance to stick. If food does stick in the grater's blades, soak it in hot water and then clean it with a cleaning brush.

Tips & Warnings

• Try using the large holes in a grater to grate potatoes and eggs for potato salad. They are also a convenient way to grate vegetables for casseroles, soups or salads.
• Make baking easier by grating firm margarine or butter before mixing it with flour.

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