How to Use a Ricer

A ricer is a useful, handheld tool that resembles a garlic press. A squeeze of the handle forces whole food through small holes to form small, rice-shaped pieces, basically pureeing the food. It is commonly referred to as a "potato ricer" since it is used often to make creamy mashed potatoes; however, it is great for a variety of vegetables. A ricer is an efficient tool for creating any creamy dishes, including baby food.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Food to be "riced" Ricer

How to Use a Ricer

1. Any food that you intend to use in the ricer should be cooked through and cut into small pieces. The size depends on your particular ricer, but usually will be approximately one-inch pieces. Boiling or roasting provides the best results to lock in the moisture.

2. If the food has been boiled, drain thoroughly in a colander.

3. Your ricer should come with a number of metal dies with varying sized holes. Choose the die you would like to use and place it into the ricer.

4. Using a spoon, place the cooked food into the ricer. Be careful not to over pack the ricer so the food will slide through easily.

5. Holding the ricer over a bowl, press the handle down. This will force the food through the die. This is called "ricing." Repeat step 5 until all of the food has been riced.

Tips & Warnings

• Smaller holes make creamier dishes. Slightly overcooking the food allows the food to pass through the dies more easily.

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