Equipment & Tools

Knives, pans, thermometers, blenders, specialty tools.

225 terms in this category
parchment paper

Parchment paper, also known as baking paper or greaseproof paper, is a versatile kitchen tool used f...

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paring knife

A small knife used for precise hand work such as peeling, trimming, and removing blemishes from frui...

pasta machine

A hand-cranked or motorised roller that flattens pasta dough into even sheets and cuts them into rib...

pastry brush

The pastry brush, also known as a basting brush, is a fundamental tool in the culinary world, with a...

pastry cutter

A hand tool of curved wires or blades on a grip, used to cut cold butter into flour for flaky pastry...

pepper mill

A grinder that crushes whole peppercorns as they are needed.

pie dish

A round, shallow baking dish with sloping sides and a flat rim, in glass, ceramic or metal, that hol...

pie weights

Small reusable ceramic or metal weights used to hold an empty pie crust in shape during blind baking...

piping bag

A piping bag, also known as a pastry bag or decorator's bag, is a conical-shaped bag made of sturdy,...

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pitcher

A handled vessel with a pouring lip or spout, used to hold and serve drinks or other liquids.

pizza cutter

A tool used to cut pizza into portions, usually a rotating wheel on a handle or a long rocking blade...

pizza oven

A domed or boxed oven reaching 400 C and above, fired by wood, gas or electricity, that bakes a pizz...

pizza pan

A pizza pan is a specialized piece of cookware used for baking pizzas in a home or commercial kitche...

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pizza peel

A broad, flat paddle used to move pizza or bread into and out of an oven.

pizza stone

A pizza stone, also known as a baking stone or bread stone, is a flat, thick, and durable cooking su...

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plastic wrap

A thin flexible film used to cover food or containers and limit moisture loss.

popsicle mold

A set of narrow cavities with a lid that holds sticks upright, filled with juice, purée or yogurt an...

pot

A cooking vessel with relatively high sides, used for boiling, simmering, and other stovetop methods...

potato masher

A hand tool with a perforated plate or zigzag wire head on a sturdy handle, pressed through boiled p...

potato ricer

A large press that forces cooked potato through small holes into fine strands, giving lump-free mash...

pressure cooker

The pressure cooker is a versatile kitchen appliance that has revolutionized the way we cook.

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quarter sheet pan

A quarter-sheet pan is a small rimmed baking pan typically about 13 by 9 inches in US kitchens.

rack

A rack in culinary terms refers to a metal or wooden frame used to hold and support food items durin...

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raclette grill

A tabletop appliance with a heating element over small trays, in which slices of raclette cheese are...

ramekin

A ramekin is a small, individual-sized baking dish typically made of ceramic or porcelain.

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refrigerator

An insulated appliance that keeps food chilled.

rice cooker

A rice cooker is a kitchen appliance designed specifically for the purpose of cooking rice.

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roasting pan

A roasting pan is a large, deep, typically rectangular metal pan used for cooking meats, vegetables,...

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roasting rack

A raised metal support that holds meat or vegetables above the bottom of a roasting pan.

rolling pin

A rolling pin is a cylindrical tool used in the preparation of dough for various baked goods, such a...

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rubber spatula

A rubber spatula is a flexible-bladed scraping and folding tool, traditionally made of rubber and no...

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salad spinner

A perforated basket inside a bowl, spun by a crank or pump to fling the washing water off salad gree...

saucepan

A deep cooking pan, usually with a long handle, used to heat liquids, make sauces, and cook smaller...

sausage casing

Sausage casing is the edible membrane, natural or synthetic, that holds the meat filling of a sausag...

sausage stuffer

A cylinder and plunger or crank-driven piston that pushes seasoned ground meat through a tube into c...

saute pan

A broad cooking pan with relatively straight sides and a flat base.

serving bowl

A bowl used to present food at the table for sharing or individual service.

serving platter

A broad dish used to present and serve several portions of food.

sheet pan

A sheet pan, also known as a baking sheet or cookie sheet, is a flat, rectangular metal pan commonly...

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sieve

A sieve is a culinary tool used to separate solids from liquids or to strain and refine ingredients.

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sifter

A utensil that passes flour, cocoa, or other dry ingredients through a fine screen.

silicone baking mat

A reusable nonstick liner placed on a baking sheet.

silicone mold

A silicone mold is a type of cooking and baking equipment made from flexible, heat-resistant silicon...

skewer

A skewer is a thin rod of wood, bamboo, or metal used to hold pieces of meat, seafood, or vegetables...

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skillet

A skillet is a flat-bottomed pan with shallow, sloped sides, used on the stovetop for frying, searin...

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slotted spoon

A spoon with openings in its bowl that let liquid drain as food is lifted.

slow cooker

A slow cooker, also known as a Crock-Pot, is a countertop electrical appliance used for simmering fo...

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smoker

A smoker is a piece of cooking equipment that surrounds food with smoke, generated from smoldering w...

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sous vide circulator

An immersion heater with a pump and thermostat that holds a water bath at an exact temperature so se...

spatula

A broad, flat utensil used to lift, turn, spread, or scrape food.