Bowls & Containers Category

Bowls & Containers
aluminum foil, tin foil
aluminum foil
This is an excellent all-purpose wrapper, able to withstand both heat and cold. It's the best choice if you're wrapping foods for freezer storage, since it works better than plastic wrap at preventing moisture loss.
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copper bowl
copper bowl
eggs beaten in aluminum bowls can turn gray.
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plastic wrap
plastic wrap
Plastic wrap is terrific for covering foods to be stored in the refrigerator or cooked in the microwave. It clings especially well to glass, ceramic, and china dishes. You can also use it to wrap foods for short-term freezer storage, though you should use aluminum foil if you're storing something in the freezer for a long time since foil is better at preventing moisture loss.
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ramekin
ramekin
Ramekins are small round straight sided bowls used for baking or serving sauces. Crème brûlée, soufflés, French onion soup and dipping sauces are often served in ramekins.
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wax paper, greaseproof paper, waxed paper
wax paper
Invented by Thomas Edison, this is paper that's coated with paraffin wax to make it resistant to moisture. To use wax paper as a cake pan liner, place the pan on the paper, trace its outline, then cut it out and place it in the pan.
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