Types of Cookware and Bakeware

Tube Pan

Deep cake pan with a center tube. Used for angel food cakes.

Loaf pan

Deep, narrow, rectangle pan.

Baking sheet

Flat, rectangle pan that is about 1 inch deep.

Cookie Sheet

Flat, rectangular pan with 2 or 3 open sides that is used to bake cookies and biscuits.

Dutch Oven

Heavy-duty pot for the range or oven.

Muffin Pan

Holds 6-12 muffins, rolls, or cupcakes.

Pot

Large, deep pot for making stock, soups, and pasta.

Roasting Pan

Large, heavy oval or rectangular pan used for meats and whole poultry.

Skillet

Pan for browning and frying.

Saucepan

Pan with a handle for sauces and liquids.

Pressure Cooker

Pot with an airtight seal for cooking with pressure.

Cake Pan

Round or square pan that is a few inches deep and about 8 to 10 inches across.

Springform Pan

Round pan with a removable bottom. Side is latched, which allows you to open it gently to remove cheesecake.

Pie Pan

Round pan with slanted sides.

Double Boiler

Small saucepan with lid that fits into a larger saucepan. Use water in lower pan to gently heat food in the upper pan that scorch easily.

Casserole

Used for baking and serving main dishes. Come in many different sizes.