4. 1. Stainless steel
most popular material for tools and
equipment
more expensive than aluminum
easier to clean, lasts longer than aluminum
stainless steel with copper, aluminum or
laminated steel bottoms spread heat evenly
may be bought from light to heavy gauges
5.
6. 2. Aluminum
best for all-around use
most popular, light weight, attractive and
cheaper than stainless steel
gives even heat distribution
soft metal, lighter gauges dent and scratch
easily
Alkali, like potatoes, beets and carrots,
turn the aluminum dark
tomatoes will make the aluminum shinier
7.
8. 3. Cast Iron
sturdy
rub oil or shortening inside
and out to avoid rust
wash with soap, not
detergent before using.
9.
10. 4. Glass
good for baking but not
recommended for top-of-the
stove cooking
great care is needed for longer
serviceability
11.
12. 5. Non- stick surface
a special coating applied inside
aluminum or steel pots and pans
prevents food from sticking to the pan
when washing, avoid scratching the
non-stick coating with sharp objects
like a knife or fork. Use wooden or
plastic spatula to handle food.
13.
14. 6. Ceramic and heat- proof glass
used especially for baking
dishes, casseroles and
measuring cups
if decorated, can go from oven
to the dining table.
15.
16. 7. Plastic and hard rubber
used for cutting and chopping
boards, table tops, bowls, trays,
garbage pails and canisters
more sanitary than wood
less dulling to knives than metal
durable and cheap but may not
last long
20. A. MEASURING CUPS FOR
DRY INGREDIENTS
Used to measure solids and dry
ingredients such as flour and
sugar
Commonly made of aluminum,
stainless steel or plastic in ¼, ½,
1/3, 1/8 and 1 c.
21. B. MEASURING CUP FOR
LIQUID INGREDIENTS
Commonly made up
of transparent heat-
proof glass so that
liquid can be seen
22. C. MEASURING
SPOONS Used to measure
smaller quantities of
ingredients like 1
tablespoon of butter
or ¼ teaspoon of salt