By Bob Cummins
Silicone cooking utensils are becoming more and more popular these days. I was in my favorite gourmet cookware store and they had a pretty good display of silicone cookware and utensils.
It just so happens that I was looking to replace an old basting brush that I had. I have never had any luck with basting brushes no matter what they were made of. I have used natural bristle brushes and nylon, they never seem to hold up well or last very long.
I decided to pick up a silicone basting brush while I was there. One of the advantages that I immediately picked up on about this cooking utensil is it appeared to be quite flexible and there is no need to worry about bristles shedding or fraying. Also they work well with non-stick cookware because they are soft and flexible and will not damage the non-stick surface. They will work well with traditional cookware sets also.
The next day I threw some ribs on the grill and decided to try out this new silicone brush. Well let me tell you, this basting brush really worked well. It held the BBQ sauce that I was using to baste the ribs better than any other traditional brush I have ever used. It is also dishwasher safe and cleaned up well in the dishwasher.
This gourmet cookware store also had a pretty good selection of silicon bakeware and other cookware. Now I don't know if this type of cookware is right for all kitchen uses but it is definitely worth looking at and evaluating it on a case by case basis.
Since I was pleased at the way this simple basting brush worked I will definitly be looking at other silicone utensils like spatulas spoons and other cookware.
What I have learned about silicone cookware is that it is not totally a non stick cookware. Some manufacturers of this type of cookware and bakeware still recommend that you grease or lightly flour it before using it.
Some advantages of silicon cookware,bakware and utensils are that they are stain resistant, dishwasher safe, will not retain odors or flavors and cools down quickly.
You can find out more about silicon cookware, bakeware and silicon cooking utensils here. Or visit http://cookware.resourcesandinfo.net/Articles/Cookware.php a web site dedicated to all types of cookware including gourmet cookware.
Friday, November 21, 2008
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Titanium Cookware - Does it Have Enough Advantages to Justify the Price Tag?
By Bob_Cummins
Does titanium cookware have enough advantages to really justify the big price tag that comes with it? Well one of the biggest advantages of titanium pots and pans is their durability.
Titanium is an extremely strong material and it won't dent, warp or scratch similar to what you would expect from cast iron or stainless steel but very light weight. With this kind of toughness and durability you most likely will never buy another cookware set again because they will last you a lifetime.
Most ultralight titanium cookware usually has a non-stick surface which is great for people who are watching their weight and counting calories when cooking, which makes it a much healthier cookware to use in your kitchen. Some people have also claimed that the food is actually more flavorful when prepared in this type of cookware.
It heats up very quickly and can reduce your cooking time but some lower quality pans my develop hot spots which could cause your food to burn. So when shopping for this type of cookware you want one that has a nice thick cooking surface to reduce the likelihood of this occurring.
One of the best features of these pots and pans is how easy they clean up. There is no need to scrub these pots or pans with abrasive cleansers. One of the nicest features of titanium nonstick cookware is that you can just wipe clean with a simple dish cloth. There is no need to supplement your collection of cookware with other non-stick pots or pans.
You will find more information and reviews about titanium cookware here. Or visit http://cookware.resourcesandinfo.net a web site dedicated to all types of cookware including gourmet cookware.
Does titanium cookware have enough advantages to really justify the big price tag that comes with it? Well one of the biggest advantages of titanium pots and pans is their durability.
Titanium is an extremely strong material and it won't dent, warp or scratch similar to what you would expect from cast iron or stainless steel but very light weight. With this kind of toughness and durability you most likely will never buy another cookware set again because they will last you a lifetime.
Most ultralight titanium cookware usually has a non-stick surface which is great for people who are watching their weight and counting calories when cooking, which makes it a much healthier cookware to use in your kitchen. Some people have also claimed that the food is actually more flavorful when prepared in this type of cookware.
It heats up very quickly and can reduce your cooking time but some lower quality pans my develop hot spots which could cause your food to burn. So when shopping for this type of cookware you want one that has a nice thick cooking surface to reduce the likelihood of this occurring.
One of the best features of these pots and pans is how easy they clean up. There is no need to scrub these pots or pans with abrasive cleansers. One of the nicest features of titanium nonstick cookware is that you can just wipe clean with a simple dish cloth. There is no need to supplement your collection of cookware with other non-stick pots or pans.
You will find more information and reviews about titanium cookware here. Or visit http://cookware.resourcesandinfo.net a web site dedicated to all types of cookware including gourmet cookware.
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