Concetti Chiave
- Silver is a soft, expensive material used in tableware and must be cleaned carefully to avoid damage.
- Chromium is a hard, acid-resistant metal used for utensils and coatings, requiring gentle cleaning to maintain its finish.
- Enamel is rust-proof but can chip easily, commonly used in saucepans and dishes, and needs careful washing.
- Porcelain, known as China or bone China, is non-porous and a poor heat conductor, ideal for plates and ovenware.
- Proper maintenance of kitchen utensils involves specific cleaning methods to preserve their quality and longevity.
What are the common materials for kitchen utensils?
The cooking equipments we normally use in the kitchen are made with various types of materials most likely to be:
1. Silver - it is soft and expensive, it is easily scratched or dented, it can be combined with other metals to make it strong. It is used in making table ware: cutlery, trays, teapots, coffee pots, ornaments, etc. it is to be washed in hot soapy water after use. Rinse in hot water. Dry immediately with clean soft cloth. Wrap in tissue paper, cloth or polythene before storing it. Store articles in separate compartments.
2. Chromium - it is a hard metal, resistant to acid, it does not starch easily and it is used to coat other metals. It's used for making spoons, forks, water taps, ranks, etc. Do not use abrasive, wash in warm soapy water, rinse thoroughly and dry well. Polish with a soft duster.
3. Enamel - it is rust proof and it can chip if dropped. It is used for making sauce pans, jugs, pie dishes basins, plates, etc. Wash in warm soapy water, rinse thoroughly in clean water and dry properly. If an enamel sauce pan is burnt, boil water with soda in it.
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Use of Porcelain in Cooking
China (Porcelain or bone China) - it is not porous and it is a poor conductor of heat. It is used for making plates, tea-sets, mugs, ovenware, etc. wash with warm soapy water. Rinse well to remove detergent and dry with clean dish cloth.
Domande da interrogazione
- What are the characteristics and uses of silver in kitchen utensils?
- What are the advantages and care instructions for enamel kitchenware?
Silver is soft and expensive, easily scratched or dented, but can be strengthened by combining with other metals. It is commonly used for tableware such as cutlery, trays, teapots, and coffee pots. Proper care involves washing in hot soapy water, rinsing in hot water, drying immediately, and storing wrapped in tissue or cloth.
Enamel is rust-proof but can chip if dropped, making it suitable for saucepans, jugs, and pie dishes. It should be washed in warm soapy water, rinsed thoroughly, and dried properly. If burnt, boiling water with soda can help clean it.
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