How to Clean Burned Pots and Pans
Written by admin on June 17, 2009 – 2:57 pm -I often start cooking and then continue working on my computer while I wait for the food to cook. Unfortunately, I sometimes get involved with my work and forget I have food on the stove. Just last week I forgot I was cooking rice until I smelled something burning. I ended up with a seriously burned Emerilware pan. Believing I am not the only person who does not successfully multi-task when cooking is just one of several tasks I thought the following tip would benefit others as well. When you burn a pan try the following steps to get it clean.. 1. Step 1 Wash away as much of the food as possible, using cold water for eggs, chocolate and starch-based foods. 2. Step 2 Fill the pot with water. Add 1 to 2 tsp. dishwashing liquid and bring to a boil.... more
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Caring for Stainless Steel Cookware
Written by admin on June 13, 2009 – 6:10 am -Before using your stainless steel cookware for the first time be sure to wash it with warm water and dish soap. The cleanliness of your stainless steel cookware is very important; any residues can cause foods to stick. Most stainless steel cookware can be washed using a dishwasher but be sure to verify with your owner’s manual before doing so. Preventative maintenance can save you from extra work and headaches in the future. Be sure to cook on lower heat settings than normal when using stainless steel cookware for the first time. It can heat up faster than cookware made from other materials. After cooking with it a couple of times you should get an idea of how your stainless steel cookware reacts with the heat settings on your particular... more
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Caring for Anodized Cookware
Written by admin on June 13, 2009 – 5:57 am -There are some specific tips and pointers that you will want to keep in mind when it comes to cooking with and caring for anodized cookware. Through this article you will be provided an overview of how to properly utilize anodized cookware. From a technical standpoint, anodized cookware is a type of cookware that has undergone a process to increase the thickness of the natural oxide layer that occurs on the surface of metal. Anodized cookware is normally made using heavy gauge aluminum. After the aluminum has been through the oxidization process it is virtually non-stick and very hard. When cooking with anodized cookware you will want to cook at a lower temperature setting than you would use with other types of cookware. Anodized cookware heats... more
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Is Non-Stick Cookware Right for You?
Written by admin on June 3, 2009 – 1:18 pm -Within this article you will find information about non-stick cookware, including types of non-stick cookware and details about each type. This information should provide a strong basis for deciding if non-stick cookware is a good choice for you and what type has the qualities you are most interested in. Although there are several types of non-stick cookware they all share some common characteristics that make this style of cookware very popular. Some cooks like non-stick cookware for it’s easy cleanup. The non-stick coating means that foods aren’t stuck to the cookware after you are done cooking which in turn means you won’t need to wear out your elbow scrubbing away stuck on food. Another trait that makes the non-stick style of cookware... more
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Tips for Selecting the Best Cookware
Written by admin on June 3, 2009 – 1:02 pm -One of the most exciting purchases someone can make for themselves is cookware. A good cookware set is important whether you’re purchasing an upgrade to your current cookware, you’re a new home owner or you’re someone moving out on their own for the first time. This article will provide some tips to assist you in selecting the best and most appropriate cookware for your kitchen. Before you set out on a search for cookware, you may want to make a list of dishes that you commonly prepare. A mistake that people often make when selecting cookware is neglecting to take into consideration the way the cookware will actually be put to use. A horrible misconception would be to think that different cookware types perform the same. You will want... more
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