Must Haves for Any At-Home Chef

Released on: March 6, 2008, 12:18 am

Press Release Author: Sunil Verma

Industry: Food & Beverage

Press Release Summary: With the holidays on their way soon, many people will be
beefing up kitchens to handle the increased demand for 'fit for a king' meals. Not
being a professional Chef shouldn't stop you from being able to cook like one. But,
you'll need the right tools to create those tantalizing dishes. Read on and find out
the five tools that no kitchen cook should be without.



Press Release Body: With the holidays on their way soon, many people will be beefing
up kitchens to handle the increased demand for 'fit for a king' meals. Not being a
professional Chef shouldn't stop you from being able to cook like one. But, you'll
need the right tools to create those tantalizing dishes. Read on and find out the
five tools that no kitchen cook should be without.


Mixing Bowls

Make sure that you have a good, quality set of mixing bowls on hand - the bigger the
better! Many dishes need to be beaten, blended or mixed. You'll be glad you didn't
skimp on the mixing bowls when you need to perform any of those tasks. Most
professional chefs prefer to use stainless steel mixing bowls. However, there are
many quality plastic sets available, like the ones made by OXO. But be aware that
plastic bowls can become hard to clean over time, especially if used for heavy duty
sauces, and may need to be replaced.


Pre-Seasoned Cookware

Cast iron skillets, pots and pans have long been a choice of the pros. But, cast
iron cookware can be a little daunting. Seasoning, pre-seasoning, re-seasoning,
cooking the seasonings in, oils to use, etc. to ensure your skillet is ready, is a
hassle many cooks would rather not deal with. Now you don't have to. You can buy
cast iron cookware galore - already seasoned - so that you have no fuss and still
get the same great benefits of those using simple cast iron. Lodge is a well known
maker of pre-seasoned cookware and offers many different types of cast iron
cookware. Be aware -soap nor dishwashers should be used for your prized possessions.



Specialty Measuring Spoons

If you've ever seen one of grandma's old recipes refer to a pinch, smidgen or dash
and have had to take a guess at the meaning (and hope you're right) then you
absolutely must grab a set of pinch, smidgen or dash measuring spoons. No more
guessing or testing your interpretations on your guests (as fun as that may be).
This set also makes a great conversation starter - especially at family gatherings
where elder members may take you on a trip down memory lane.


First out Pie Spatula

What could possibly ruin the perfect homemade Dutch crumb apple pie? Having it fall
apart while you try to get that first piece out of the pie dish. Well, here is a
secret of the pros - use a first out pie spatula. You bake the spatula in with the
pie. When the pie comes out of the oven and cools, you make the cuts and lift that
first piece out in perfect appetizing condition!


Kitchen Companion Guide

Ever wonders how long you need to steam asparagus. Not sure how to stick a
thermometer in a turkey? Never butterflies a pork chop before? For all the weird,
rarely used information you may need, while preparing a feast, you can turn to a
kitchen guide. Look for a kitchen guide who specializes in everything and anything
you may need to know while cooking any meal in any kitchen. For a complete guide
that has gotten rave reviews, check out the Williams-Sonoma Kitchen Companion: The A
to Z Guide to Everyday Cooking, Equipment and Ingredients.


Many of the above items may not be featured at your local retail store, so you might
want to find a local kitchen specialty store near you or do your shopping online.
But, if you enjoy the art of cooking and want to be armed with the best tools
possible, you now have a few more to add to your arsenal which will help you cook
like the pros.


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