Category "equipment"

Using/selecting a centrifuge in the kitchen?

I've seen several articles about using a centrifuge for clarifying solutions, making colorless sauces and other things. Where does this practice come from? Wh

How sharp should a paring knife be?

Recent bought a chef's knive and a paring knife, both are high carbon stainless steel. The chef's knife is quite sharp and can cut a piece of butcher's twine j

How to choose a Bundt cake pan?

I think one would just go to the supermarket and buy whatever, but since I don't want my cakes to be ruined, I would like to ask for some advice. I have never

Cooking rice with limited equipment

I will be cooking in my dorm this coming year, and I only have an electric kettle at the moment. Is there a way for me to cook rice with only this (i.e. without

What cooking gadget is that?

I was watching youtube vids about cooking and I saw this Gordon Ramsay one about broccoli soup. Around the 56 second mark to the right of the broccoli on the ta

What are the criteria for 'Recipes for Space'? [closed]

I'm organising a workshop next week at the Science Museum in London. One of the topics we will be discussing is a 'Chef's challenge' called 'R

How to differentiate a ceramic pan from a teflon one?

I was in the store looking to buy a new pan, i found in the local store they sell them but i can't tell if this is a real ceramic or just white teflon (i don't

Should I buy a used flat griddle?

Hi there I am opening a hot dog joint where we will also sell hamburgers and I am trying to decide whether I should buy a new or used grill. I spoke with a sale

How should I read a thermometer when it's got an extra indicator line?

The last time I got my candy thermometer out of the drawer, I noticed that there was an extra line of red above the normal column. It looks like there's a "b

A salad chopper I can put in the dishwasher?

You probably know these kind of gadgets that help you cut vegetables quickly: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C7069MI/ref=s9_topr_hd_bw_bjuyUN_g79_i1?pf

How to I prevent shortcrust cracking while using a tartet machine?

I am using a tartlet machine to make tartshells for my bakery, but it keeps having little cracks and also pale in colour despite changing the recipe and baking

Handles on pots loosen over time - can I loctite them?

The handles on my pots loosen over time and I have to occasionally tighten the screw that attaches them. Is there any reason why I can't or shouldn't use Locti

Are screwed on pot handles an indication of quality?

Is the use of screwed on handles any indication of the quality of a pot? What determines the choice of screws versus rivets or welds?

Chef at restaurant seemed to be using really flimsy pans

I was at a restaurant and sat at the chef's table where I could see the chef making the entrees. He seemed to be using thin pans that were battered and dented

What are the pros and cons when microwaving food in microwave-safe bone china, glass, or silicone?

All of them can be used in microwave, as far as I know. But the question is which one should be preferred? What are the pros and cons on the basis of which w

Why is acidic cooking problematic for cast iron pans but not BBQ plates?

I've recently discovered cast iron cookware and I'm a little bit in love! I have a couple of questions for experienced cast iron users. I've done lots of read

should new cast iron have flat smooth bottom

New cast iron pan is very rough on bottom, slightly raised fine yet sharp rings will probably damage my induction hob. should it be flat, should I season the b

Pressure cooker delay timer use case

Many electric pressure cookers, such as my Power Pressure Cooker XL come with delay time feature. According to the manual this can delay cooking by up to 24 hrs

Baking in electric oven with only top heating element and no fan [duplicate]

I've just moved in a house with an older electric oven. It only has a top heating element and doesn't have a fan. Every time I try to bake som

How does vacuum sealing something in a mason jar help?

I use a vacuum sealer for sous vide cooking, and also have a lot of mason jars I use for juice glasses, storing leftovers, etc. I noticed a mason jar attachment