foods tools quiz
hand tool to open cans of food. also available in electric and heavy-duty commercial models.
can opener
used to sound an alarm to alert the cook that a certain period of time has passed.
cooking timer
a wooden spoon with one side round and one side( squared off to reach corners when stirring in a saucepan)
corner spoon
a counter top electrical cooking appliance that is used for simmering at low temperatures, allowing unattended cooking for many hours of pot roast, stews,soups, and more . well-known branded version is crock-pot.
electric fry pan42
A tool with four different sides, each having different sized holes to grate foods into small pieces or strips.
grader
lower pot holds boiling water, upper pot is perforated and allows steam to enter and cook the food
griddle 34
an electric, hand-held utensil with gear driven mechanism to rotate a set of beaters in a bowl containing the food to be prepared. it automates the repetitive tasks of stirring, whisking, or beating.
hand mixer
used to sharpen knifes manually without much skill/strong scissors used to cut string beans, bunches of grapes, or string.
kitchen shears 8
metal rod, lightly grooved and magnetized. it removes burrs and helps return the knife blade to the convex shape that exists on a sharp blade./used to sharpen knifes manually without much skill
knife sharpener 7
A long-handled tool to serve soup and other liquids. Available in many different portion sizes.
laddle
clear glass or plastic used to measure liquids or solid fats with water displacement method.
liquid measuring cup
a pan to make a loaf of bread or meat loaf, available in many sizes .
loaf pan 15
a device with screening to remove lumps in dry ingredients and to make measuring accurate.
sifter
high-heat plastic bake ware for easy release. often needs to be placed on a rack or an additional pan for support
silicone bake ware 24
a spoon with holes to drain off liquid for plating of vegetables or other foods in juice or liquid.
slotted spoon
a turner with holes that is ideal when frying and flipping to allow juices to stay in the pan, not on the food.
slotted turner
electric appliance used to make breakfast quick bread with small pockets to hold the syrups and toppings.
slow cooker 45
a general-purpose knife with a 5''-7'' blade with bevels for easy release from the food /.all-purpose knife for cutting fruits, vegetables, and some meats, usually with a 6''-8'' blade.
utility knife 4
a multipurpose kitchen utensil used to remove dirt particles sticking to the outer skin of different types of vegetables without damaging them. available in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, bristles, and designs.
vegetable brush
shallow skillet with very short, slightly sloping slide used to create specialty pancakes.
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a general-purpose knife with a 5''-7'' blade with bevels for easy release from the food .
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cooks food in oil at temperatures between 300 F and 400 F. can be gas or electric.
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a specialized pan with a branded name and fluted or grooved sides. has a hole in the center so heat comes evenly up the center.
bundt mold20
a rectangular pan used to make a cake or even casserole. common size is 9'' x 13''
cake pan 16
a tube pan with straight side for easy release. the cake rises up the sides and center of the pan. this pan uses beaten egg whites as the ,aim leavening agent.
angel food pan 21
a kitchen utensil with aluminum or stainless steel blades to cut whole apples into individual sliced wedges, while cutting around the core so that the seeds and core can be easily discarded.
apple wedger
a glass or plastic tube with a rubber bulb at one end. Filled with drippings to baste meat as it cooks.
baster
a large spoon to baste ( moistening the surface) of roasting meat or vegetables with pan drippings.
basting spoon
electric tool that blends, purees, or liquefies food. base houses the motor with a removable lidded jar above.
blender
this knife is long and thin and has a serrated edge so it will not crush light products.
bread knife 2
a thermometer used when cooking a sugar solution to identify various stages of cooking including thread, soft ball, hard ball, or hard crack. can also be used to identify oil temperatures when deep frying.
candy thermometer
airtight containers for storage of dry goods/ pantry staples.
canisters25
all- purpose knife for chopping, slicing , and mincing all types of foods. The blade is 8''-14'' long.
chef knife 1
strong scissors used to cut string beans, bunches of grapes, or string./quick way to chop a pile of nuts, onions, or other vegetables uniformly without a knife.
chopper9
drains liquids from cooked pasta or vegetables. it stands on small feet while a strainer is handheld.
colander
a pan to make bars or cookies, available in many sizes.
cookie sheet or jelly roll pan18
hand tool that cuts food into corrugated or wavy pieces . often used for potato chips, french fries, or carrots.
crinkle cutter
baking pan designed to cause a crisp crust with good air circulation.
crisper pan 26
a circular blade to cut pizza or rolled out dough.
cutters
a tool with a sharp edge for cutting individual biscuits or cookies in uniform shapes from a sheet of dough.
cutters
/a hard surface to dice and slice foods on. can be wood, plastic or glass; sometimes antibacterial.
cutting board 11
electrical counter top appliance to cook food by surrounding with hot, dry air.outer layers of food become heated; the natural juices turn to steam and are absorbed into the food. well- known brand is nesco.
deep fryer 43
lower pot holds simmering water that gently cooks the food in the upper pot (melting chocolate, heating milk).
double boiler 30
set of graduated plastic or metal cups with level top edges to measure dry ingredients or solid fats.
dry measuring cup
shallow, rectangular pan with medium-high sides and two handles. usually has a rack to raise food off juice.
dutch oven 37
a processing machine that grinds,purees, blends,crushes, and kneads food. more versatile than a blender.
food processor
a heavy-duty counter top mixing tool in varying sizes for home use to large-capacity commercial models.
free standing mixer
used to identify and keep the temperature safe in a refrigerator or freezer.
fridge thermometer
used for a crust-less egg dish with additional ingredients meats,cheeses, or vegetables that are mixed or folded in.
frittiata/omelet pan 32
curved/ sloped sides, sometimes nonstick with a long handle to saute or fry foods. also called saute pan.
fry pan 28
use to pour liquid from a larger to a smaller container by placing this tool in the opening of the small one.
funnel
A stick- like machine with a motor on one end and a blade on the other. purees and blends food as the cook holds it n a container of food, sometimes in a pan. available in simple to heavy- duty commercial machines.
immersion blender
a tool used to remove juice from fruits or vegetable by hand. there are also eletcric machine that do this.
juicer
quick way to chop a pile of nuts, onions, or other vegetables uniformly without a knife./manual slicer with stainless steel adjustable to slice or julienne.works at a 45* angle.
mandoline 10
set of spoons with graduated sizes; can be plastic or metal.
measuring spoons
a tool that resembles a hammer or mallet, usually metal with a short handle and dual heads. one face of the tool is flat, while the other has rows of pyramid- shaped tenderizers. Also makes a nice design on molded cookies.
meat pounder
a tool monitor temperatures and keeps food as it is stored, prepared, and served. many styles available.
meat thermometer
a kitchen tool used to scoop balls shapes out of melons, soft fruits, and vegetables. Also called a parisienne scoop.
melon-ball cutter
utensil used to crush soft food for such dishes as mashed potatoes, apple sauce, or refried beans.
mesher
a pan to make muffins and cupcakes.comes in various cup sizes and configurations.
muffin tin13
used to identify the temperature in an oven.
oven thermometer
.all-purpose knife for cutting fruits, vegetables, and some meats, usually with a 6''-8'' blade./this frequently used knife will trim and pare vegetable and fruit with a 2''-4'' blade.
paring knife 5
a tool used to mix a solid fat into flour to make tender pastries. usually has narrow metal strips or wires attached to the handle, and is used by pressing down to mix.
pastry blender
use this brush to apply an egg wash, melted butter, glazes, or marinades on foods.
pastry brush
a kitchen tool with a slotted metal blade used to peel vegetables.
peeler
shallow,circular pan ( glass or metal) used to bake a pastry or crumb crust that covers or contains a filling of various sweet o savory ingredients.
pie pan 22
used for oven-baked flatbread generally topped with tomato sauce and cheese and various ingredients.
pizza pan 23
metal pan with rounded bottom and curved sides, making it easy to toss or stir food. used to fry or steam food.
pressure cooker 38
this frequently used knife will trim and pare vegetable and fruit with a 2''-4'' blade./metal rod, lightly grooved and magnetized. it removes burrs and helps return the knife blade to the convex shape that exists on a sharp blade.
sharpening steel 6
an electric counter top top oven with heating elements on top and bottom to bake,broil,or toast.
roaster oven 46
high-sided flat-bottomed pan used to braise, stew, or brown meat.
roaster pan 39
a cylinder used to roll over pastry to flatten or shape it.these are often wooden, but not always.
rolling pin
a piece of fabric, sprinkled with flour and is used as a non-stick surface for kneading and rolling out dough . often purchased in a set sleeve (cover) for the rolling pin so dough doesn't stick to it.
rolling pin cover
a hand-operated kitchen utensil used for beating ingredients such as egg cream.
rotary beater
a pan to bake a circular cake.comes in many sizes, most common are 8'' or 9''
round cake pan 14
a whip with loops arranged in a flat pattern to use in shallow pan when a roux or gravy is made.
roux whisk
an implement with a broad, flat, flexible blade used mix,spread,or scrape batter from bowl. Often made of silicone and sometimes can sustain high heats so it works to stir food in pan on the stove.
rubber scrapper
medium height pan, straight sides, single long handle for general cooking, usually with liquid.
sauce pan 29
a manual or device used to measure the weight or ingredients in pounds, ounces, or grams.
scale
a cooking utensil with a flat, broad blade and long handle used to turn/flip or serve food from a fry pan.
solid turner
a pan with a spring release in the side band. often used for cheesecakes
spring form pan 19
a pan to make a square cake, available in many sizes, commonly 8'' or 9''.
square cake pan 17
this sealed vessel cooks food faster than conventional methods using high temperature steam. trapped steam increases the pressure and temperature. pressure must be release before opening.
steamer set 36
square, rectangular, or round pan with an electric heating element that is used to grill,steam,braise, saute, or stew food.
stir fry or wok 40
large pot for preparing soup or base stocks may or may not include a cover
stock pot 31
straight or offset tool with a round tip, used to ice cakes, spread fillings, or level ingredients when measuring.
straight edge spatula
an oven that cooks with waves of energy or radiation rather than heat. works well for defrosting, reheating, and some recipes. counter top or built-in versions are common
toaster47
scissor- like utensil that food handlers used to pick up solid foods. some are used for cooking other for serving.
tongs
a hard surface to dice and slice foods on. can be wood, plastic or glass; sometimes antibacterial./a grid raised off the counter to allow air circulation for cooling foods and sometimes protecting surfaces.
wire cooling rack12
wired whips of various sizes and weights to mix,beat,or stir foods. Also used to incorporate air into egg whites.
wire whisk
before electric mixer, this type of spoon was used to cream butter and sugar. used for stirring, but will absorb strong smells such as onion and garlic. available with slots and in various shapes to accomplish different tasks.
wooden spoon
long,narrow tool used to shred small pieces of oranges, lemons, or limes and sometime hard cheese.
zester