For the Kitchen Kitchen Appliances and utensils 1
2 Considering the factors… Whether the item is needed The important features of the item Can it be used for multiple tasks (helps save money!) When choosing utensils and appliances for your kitchen, you want to focus on a few factors:
3 Major Appliances Large devices powered by electricity or gas Range (electric or gas) Refrigerator/freezerDishwasher MicrowaveConvection Oven
4 Small Appliances Small electronic household device that performs a simple task. BlenderFood ProcessorToaster Electric Mixer Slow cooker (crock pot)
Cookware: equipment for cooking food on top of the range Bake ware: equipment for cooking food in an oven 5 Comes in several types of materials such as: Aluminum Stainless steel Copper Cast iron Glass Ceramic glass Stoneware Microwave safe plastic
6 Cookware Sauce PanPotSkillet Double boilerSteamerPressure cooker What is the difference between a sauce pan and a pot?
7 Bake ware Loaf panCookie sheetBaking sheetCake pansTube pans Pie PanSpringform panMuffin panRoasting PanCasseroles What is the difference between a cookie sheet and a baking sheet?
8 Food Preparation Tools Small handheld tools used for specific tasks Measuring tools Cutting tools Mixing tools Cooking/Baking tools Miscellaneous
9 Measuring Tools Dry measuring cups Liquid measuring cup Measuring spoons Kitchen scales What are some ingredients you would measure with dry measuring cups? Liquid measuring cup?
10 Cutting Tools Bread knifeChef’s knifePizza wheelParing knife Boning knifeVegetable peelerKitchen shearsCutting board
11 Mixing Tools WhiskRotary beaterSifterRubber spatula Mixing bowlsWooden spoonPastry blender
12 Cooking/Baking Tools SpatulaTongsBasterLadle Pastry brushRolling pinWire cooling rack
13 Miscellaneous StrainerColander Instant read thermometer TimerCan opener What is the difference between a cookie sheet and a baking sheet?
Activity CONGRATULATIONS! You are now ready to purchase some basics for your kitchen. You have been awarded $100 to purchase some much needed items for your kitchen. (No major appliances needed) List at least 10 favorite meals that you like to prepare Using your award money, purchase kitchen utensils and small appliances you will need to prepare these meals. 14