Glossary

Why is My Carbon Steel Pan Turning Dark?

Key Takeaways A carbon steel pan turning dark is completely normal. It’s the natural result of s...

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What is a Wok? More Than Just a Bowl-Shaped Pan

From pad thai to prawn fried rice to crispy duck, some meals are best prepared in a wok. This hig...

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Zesting

Zesting is the action of removing the outermost skin of citrus fruits like lemons, oranges, a...

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Matignon

Matignon is a vegetable mixturethat's cooked down to a pulp - or fondue, as it is called in F...

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Braising Pan

Braising is a method of cooking that creates tender, flavorful foods. The food is first seare...

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Fluting

Fluting is a process of decorating the crust of the top edge of a pie crust before it is bake...

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Stockpot

A stock pot is one of your largest pots, ranging in size from 8-quart to 36-quart capacities ...

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Pie Pan

A pie pan or pie plate, as it is sometimes called, is a round baking dish with shallow, outwa...

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Saucepan

A saucepan is an essential piece of cookware with a circular base with tall, straight sides a...