Can You Name All These Items You'd Find in Gordon Ramsay's Kitchen?

By: Jacqueline Samaroo
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Can You Name All These Items You'd Find in Gordon Ramsay's Kitchen?
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About This Quiz

If you can stand the heat, then here is an exciting way to show how much you know about one of the most famous chefs in the world!

Gordon Ramsay was brought up in the market town of Stratford-upon-Avon, a short distance from London. (Stratford-upon-Avon, by the way, is also the birthplace of another creative genius—William Shakespeare!) Ramsay originally wanted to play professional football, but, as fate would have it, an injury put an end to his starring on the pitch, and he went on to study in the culinary arts instead. The rest, as they say, is history!

Today, Gordon Ramsay is one of the most well-known chefs in the world. His outstanding cooking talents are matched by his quick wit and often sharp tongue. Even people who are not die-hard fans of this multi-Michelin-starred chef have to admit that his cooking skills are very obvious and his passion for cooking is genuine.

Ramsay invites viewers into his restaurants and home kitchen to share his knowledge of food preparation with them. It's no wonder many fans feel as though they know the Ramsay kitchen layout inside out! Are you a big enough Gordon Ramsay fan to step up to the challenge of identifying some of his best stuff? Start the quiz and see how you do!

1 Paring knife
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What's the name of this item? It comes in handy when there is delicate cutting to be done in the kitchen.
Chopper
Paring knife
Bread knife
Ladle
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Gordon advises that when purchasing any knife, you should "hold it in your hand and make sure it feels right for you." He points to the handle of the knife as a key feature, since grip and weight both affect the level of control you have when using the knife.

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2 Frying pan
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Can you name this item often used when Chef Ramsay is cooking with hot oil?
Frying pan
Colander
Stock pot
Mixing bowl
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Gordon recommends buying a frying pan with a metal handle, so it can go from stove to oven. Also, buying one with a heavy bottom will ensure even distribution of heat as you cook.

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3 Pestle and mortar
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Chef Ramsay says that maximum flavor and texture are two key ingredients about which pair of items shown here?
Meat thermometer
Pestle and mortar
Garlic press
Electric spice grinder
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Chef Ramsay points out that a wide and heavy mortar (bowl) gives you better control as you pound spices with the pestle. A well-made pestle-and-mortar set can last a very long time.

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4 Whisk
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Beating a batch of eggs is super easy when Chef Ramsay uses this kitchen tool. Can you name it?
Spider skimmer
Soup spoon
Slotted turner
Whisk
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When it comes to whisking, the proper technique will give the best results every time. A side-to-side motion works much better than going round in circles.

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5 Sieve
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The tool shown here often gets called a strainer, but do you know its other name?
Bundt pan
Sieve
Masher
Potato ricer
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The Master Chef advises viewers to get a sieve with a long handle and hooks. That way, it can be balanced over a pan or bowl while you work.

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6 Casserole dish
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You've probably seen Gordon cook mouthwatering stews in this item, but can you name it?
Cake tin
Wok
Sauce pan
Casserole dish
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Chef Ramsay links the casserole to "good home cooking." He points out that a cast-iron casserole dish conducts heat so well that you can turn your stove burner or oven to the lowest heat setting and cook your meal "naturally" in it.

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7 Boning knife
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Do you recognize this cutting tool, which the Master Chef advises you to keep well sharpened?
Boning knife
Mezzaluna
Cleaver
Table knife
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Gordon reveals that he sharpens his knives both before AND after using them. He also highlights the importance of weighted handles on your knives so they are comfortable to use and you are confident using them.

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8 Blowtorch
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Which of these heat sources does Gordon suggest you use as a finishing tool?
Blowtorch
Food thermometer
Cake tester
Sous vide machine
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The Master Chef refers to the blowtorch as a "smoking gun," which helps you to "show off at a dinner party." He names potatoes au gratin, fish and crème brulee as dishes for which a blowtorch could come in handy.

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9 Chopping board
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Metal, plastic and wood—Gordon's favorite—are all options for making which kitchen item shown here?
Baking tray
Chopping board
Platter
Cake stand
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According to Chef Ramsay, a good chopping board "will be your friend for life." He points out the versatility of a heavy-duty, durable wooden chopping board, as it can be flipped over, so you can use one side for vegetables and the other for fish or meat.

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10 Bread knife
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Are you familiar with this tool? Its serrated edge is great at cutting through crusts.
Paring knife
Chopper
Palette knife
Bread knife
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This is one of three basic knives which the Master Chef suggests should be in every kitchen. Its serrated edge also makes it ideal for carving and slicing meat.

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11 Large saucepan
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Gordon often explains why size matters when selecting one of these items. Do you know what it's called?
Coffer pot
Large saucepan
Cake tin
Skillet
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According to the Master Chef, a large saucepan allows you to make pastas and stews, as well as cook in bulk in order to economize. He recommends getting a saucepan with a heavy bottom, as it will conduct heat better.

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12 Vegetable peeler
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Can you name this item Chef Ramsay sometimes uses when he needs to shave off slivers of cheese?
Vegetable peeler
Grater
Garlic press
Ladle
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Gordon recommends getting a stainless-steel peeler with a swivel blade for quick peeling with as little waste as possible. He points out that the peeler can be used on vegetables, cheese and chocolate.

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13 Plastic wrap
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Do you recognize the sometimes-clingy material shown in this picture?
Parchment paper
Plastic wrap
Cheesecloth
Wax paper
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Plastic wrap is one the most versatile tools to have in your kitchen, but Gordon Ramsay found another clever use for it: The Master Chef jokes that he covers the license plate of his Ferrari in plastic wrap to avoid speeding tickets as he drives around in the middle of the night!

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14 4-slice toaster
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Chef Ramsay suggests that each kitchen should have one of the item shown here. Can you name it?
Waffle iron
Microwave oven
Grill pan
Four-slice toaster
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The first electric toaster was invented in the late 1800s and has gone on to become a staple in most homes. Gordon advises that you get the four-slice type instead of the single or two-slice.

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15 Baking tray
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Like Gordon, you have probably used this item for scrumptious oven-cooked dishes. Do you have any idea what it is called?
Baking tray
Chopping board
Casserole dish
Cooling rack
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The multipurpose baking tray is well-appreciated by Chef Ramsay, who names whole fish and bread as two items you can bake on it. He advises getting a solidly built one that will not buckle with heat and will last you a long time.

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16 Box grater
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Can you name this item the Master Chef reaches for on many occasions while in the kitchen?
Strainer
Colander
Box grater
Microplane grater
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The box grater comes with three different types of cutting edge, so you can grate ingredients to the degree of fineness you require. Conveniently, the fourth side is a slicer. Gordon suggests that a stainless-steel one with a solid handle is best.

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17 Medium-sized saucepan
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Gordon advises that you buy a lid with this item to make it much more versatile. What is its name?
Wok
Skillet
Medium-sized saucepan
Frying pan
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Chef Ramsay mentions sauces and rice as the kinds of thing you will want to cook in your medium-sized saucepan. He also reveals that having a lid for your saucepan will allow it to heat up quicker.

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18 Digital scale
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What is the name of this gadget, which helps you measure ingredients right down to the last gram?
Cooking thermometer
Baking mat
Digital scale
Half-sheet pan
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Chef Ramsay recommends an easy-to-use digital scale as an essential for every kitchen. It allows you to measure ingredients precisely and convert from grams to pounds and ounces and vice versa.

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19 Rubber spatula
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Which stirring-and-scraping tool is shown in this photo?
Slotted turner
Serving spoon
Measuring spoon
Rubber spatula
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Spatulas, or scrapers, typically have blades made of rubber, silicone or plastic, whereas the handles may be wood, rubber or metal. Chef Ramsay can often be seen mixing up something delicious with a spatula.

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20 Kitchen scissors
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Do you know the name of this cutting tool, which is often referred to as a pair?
Mezzaluna
Sharpening steel
Kitchen scissors
Tongs
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Wrong Answer

Many good-quality kitchen scissors are actually multipurpose tools with their handles designed for cracking shells and nuts, as well as opening stubborn jar lids. Kitchen scissors are often referred to as kitchen shears. Chef Ramsay mentions using his to trim meat and fish, as well as to cut up herbs.

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21 Chopping knife
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This is one of the basic items Chef Ramsay recommends for every kitchen. Do you know what it is?
Chopping knife
Butter knife
Oyster knife
Table knife
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A heavy-duty chopping knife gets rated as an essential kitchen tool by the Master Chef. Of course, keeping it well-sharpened is a must, as is using the proper cutting technique.

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22 Cake tin
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Can you name this item? It comes with a detachable ring option that Gordon uses often.
Griddle
Loaf pan
Baking sheet
Cake tin
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Cake tins come in a wide variety of styles, including the sheet-cake pan, cupcake pan and Bundt pan. Chef Ramsay can often be seen using ring pans where the side is easily detachable from the base.

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23 Sharpening steel
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Chef Ramsay often points out the proper technique for using this item. Can you identify it?
Sharpening steel
Tweezers
Rubber spatula
Kitcgen shears
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Wrong Answer

Gordon Ramsay encourages viewers to ensure their knives are always sharp, as dull knives can be dangerous in the kitchen. He often demonstrates how to use a sharpening steel to get a good edge on a knife while ensuring your fingers stay out of harm's way.

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24 Rorgue cooker
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Do you know what this custom-made stove, used in the Ramsay kitchen, is called?
Hot plate
Toaster oven
Microwave oven
Rorgue cooker
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Gordon Ramsay's custom-made Rorgue cooker is said to have cost nearly £70,000. It is estimated to weigh 2.5 tonnes and had to be hoisted by a crane into his new kitchen.

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25 Measuring cup
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Do you recognize the kitchen essential shown here?
Ramekin
Measuring cup
Ladle
Teaspoon
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Chef Ramsay emphasizes the importance, when baking, of using the exact amount of ingredients. For that, you will need a digital scale, a measuring cup and a set of measuring spoons. Measuring instruments which allow you to measure in both metric and imperial units are best.

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26 Roasting pan
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The Master Chef points to the classic two-handled variety of this item as a kitchen essential. Can you name it?
Griddle
Spider skillet
Mixing bowl
Roasting pan
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Wrong Answer

A solidly built, two-handled roasting pan is the one Gordon highlights as a kitchen essential. He reminds viewers that it can go from the oven to stove top for finishing up a dish.

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27 Filleting knife
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What name is given to this thin, sharp deboning tool Chef Ramsay recommends you use for small fish?
Filleting knife
Palette knife
Vegetable peeler
Utility knife
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A filleting, or filet, knife is a kind of boning knife. It has a long, thin, flexible blade to allow it to get under the skin of the fish and cut it away without mangling its delicate meat.

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28 Aluminum foil
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Do you know this item Chef Ramsay urges you to keep a supply of in your kitchen?
Grease-proof paper
Plastic wrap
Aluminum foil
Parchment paper
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Wrong Answer

Aluminum foil has a multitude of uses in the kitchen. One good tip is to cover the edges of a pie with strips of foil so that it does not burn while the rest of the pie takes its time to cook.

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29 Tweezers
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These multi-purpose items work well in the kitchen and for personal grooming. Do you know what they are?
Tongs
Kitchen shears
Tweezers
Kitchen lighter
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Wrong Answer

There are many ways in which having a pair of tweezers serves you well in the kitchen. Chef Ramsay demonstrates one when he uses tweezers to deftly pick fine bones out of fish fillets.

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30 Mixing bowl
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Which container for combining ingredients is shown in this photo?
Mixing bowl
Blender
Bundt pan
Roasting pan
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Mixing bowls are a kitchen essential. They can be bought in a range of sizes and colors to suit personal tastes and kitchen décor. Popular materials for making mixing bowls include: glass, stainless steel, copper, plastic, wood, ceramic and silicone.

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31 Colander
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Rinsing veggies and draining pasta are just two of the uses of this tool in Chef Ramsay's kitchen. Do you know what it is?
Spider strainer
Colander
Slotted spoon
Box grater
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Wrong Answer

You can find plenty of ways to use a sturdy colander in your kitchen. It allows you drain pasta without the risk of burning your hands or spilling pasta down the drain. A colander with legs or a raised bottom is a good choice, as it ensures the food does not sit in liquid you are draining away.

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32 Pepper mill
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Can you name this gadget? It comes highly recommended by Chef Ramsay as a kitchen must-have.
Pestle and mortar
Potato ricer
Pepper mill
Garlic press
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Wrong Answer

Gordon reminds owners of pepper mills that by tightening its top screw, they can adjust the coarseness of the grounds it produces. His recommendations are fine ground for soups and sauces, medium ground for general seasoning and coarse for seasoning fish and steaks.

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33 Ladle
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Many people own this item and use it to quickly transfer large amounts of liquids, but can you name it?
Slotted spoon
Wooden spoon
Ice cream scoop
Ladle
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Wrong Answer

Three common types of ladles are the sauce ladle, soup ladle and slotted ladle. The slotted ladle is meant to take solids out and leave the liquid behind, as when removing eggs from boiling water.

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34 Parchment paper
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Can you identify this item often used to line baking trays?
Aluminium foil
Cheesecloth
Parchment paper
Plastic wrap
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Wrong Answer

Parchment paper can be used to line the bottoms of baking tins and trays to prevent food from sticking. Wax paper is similar to parchment paper, but it is made with a thin coating of wax on each side.

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35 Piping bag and nozzles
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Can you name these items often used for cake decorating but for which Chef Ramsay finds many other uses as well?
Funnel
Pestle and mortar
Cake tester
Piping bag and nozzles
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A piping bag (or pastry bag) and nozzles are commonly used for decorating pastry, but they come in handy in many other ways in the kitchen, if you know how to use them. They can be used to squeeze out doughs and batters, as well as puréed potatoes and creams, in a controlled and decorative way.

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36 Grill pan
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Are you familiar with the cooking vessel shown in this photo?
Grill pan
Slow cooker
Spider skillet
Stock pot
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Apart from actually grilling food, a grill pan can make foods look more appealing by adding decorative grill marks to them. Turning each item by 90 degrees as it cooks will allow it to get the crisscross marks characteristic of grilling. A cast-iron grill pan is a good choice to buy, as it will hold heat and distribute it evenly as you cook.

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37 Microplane grater
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Along with the box variety, Gordon also has this gadget within reach while he works. Do you know what it is called?
Filleting knife
Sharpening steel
Spider strainer
Microplane grater
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The tiny teeth of the microplane grater can dull easily if it is not treated properly. A good idea is to store the grater in the protective cover it's normally sold with. This prevents dulling of the teeth as the grater bounces around in a drawer with other items.

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38 Tongs
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Chef Ramsay is very skilled at handling all kinds of foods using which item shown here?
Tweezers
Vegetable peeler
Tongs
Oyster knife
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Tongs are often made of metal, but more recently these have been modified to include silicone tips so they don't scratch nonstick cookware. Some brands feature tongs with a locking mechanism, to help prevent food from slipping as it is being transferred.

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39 Hand mixer
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The restaurateur uses this gadget for more than stirring cake batter. What is it?
Hand mixer
Immersion blender
Ladle
Digital scale
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A hand mixer is a typically smaller, lightweight version of the bulkier stand mixer. Hand mixers give you the advantages of maneuverability and being able to work in bowls of various sizes.

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40 Cooling rack
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Food is often placed here after baking while its temperature decreases. Do you recognize what it is?
Sieve
Grill
Cooling rack
Slotted skimmer
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Wrong Answer

Cooling baked goods on a cooling rack helps to air to circulate both above and below them. That way, their bottoms will not get soggy, and they will remain crisp.

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