Category Archives: Gadgets & Tools

The Use and Care of Cast Iron Pans

Posted on April 14, 2011 by cwhitpan

Last week I bestowed the virtues of the cast iron pan, and received an email asking exactly how to go about using one.  “I loved the article on pans.  My mother gave me a cast iron skillet that used to … Continue reading →

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About Pans: Part III-It all Pans out.

Posted on April 11, 2011 by cwhitpan

Part three in our special report on Pans brings us to this point.  Which pan is right for what job, and what pan should I buy.  These and other pressing questions will be answered.  Stay tuned as we walk you … Continue reading →

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About Pans: Part II–Cast Iron, Enamel Coated, and Copper

Posted on April 9, 2011 by cwhitpan

Next it is time to move on to the next family of pans, the iron and we will hit copper for good measure.  It is important to know that conductivity plays a large part in what pot is good for … Continue reading →

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About Pans: Part I–Aluminum, Anodized, and Coated

Posted on April 8, 2011 by cwhitpan

With all the different types of pans out there, how are you to know what pan is best for what situation?  What pan is going to give you the best color on my Salmon fillet?  Well I will explore the … Continue reading →

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Whistle while you Whisk

Posted on March 30, 2011 by cwhitpan

So we are talking this week about emulsions, and one of the tools we have mentioned is a kitchen classic, the whisk.  This is the oldest form of making an emulsion we have, and while they all might look alike, … Continue reading →

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