1. Kitchen Utensils Cutting Board: Used to protect countertop when cutting Serrated Knife: “Knife with teeth” that cuts bread and tomatoes

2. Measuring Spoons: Measures small amounts of liquid AND dry ingredients Rubber Spatula: Used to scrape bowls and fold in delicate ingredients *also called a rubber scraper Tongs: Used to pick up objects out of boiling water, or turn meat on a grill

3. Peeler: Removes a thin layer of peel from fruits & veggies Straight Edge Spatula: Used to ice cakes and level dry ingredients Slotted Spoon: Removes small amounts of food from liquid- EX. peas

4. Liquid Measuring Cup: Measures liquid ingredients Whisk: Incorporates air into foods! Used for stirring, beating, and whipping foods Sifter: Breaks up lumps in flour, mixes dry ingredients together

5. Colander: Drains liquid from foods like PASTA, fruit, veggies Kitchen Shears: Trimming chicken, cutting fresh herbs Grater: Grates or shreds items like cheese

6. Strainer: Drains/strains SMALL particles from liquids Pastry Blender: Used to cut butter, shortening, or other fat into flour Steamer: A basket-like container used to cook foods like vegetables- helps retain nutrients!

7. Ladle: Used to scoop soup, sauces, punch Dry Measuring Cups: Used to measure DRY ingredients ONLY! Turner (not a spatula!): Flips and TURNS foods (pancakes)