What are the types of kitchen equipment?

* Blenders: Used for mixing, pureeing, and emulsifying ingredients.

* Coffee Makers: Include drip coffee makers, pour-over coffee makers, French presses, and espresso machines.

* Food Processors: Used for chopping, slicing, shredding, and pureeing ingredients.

* Griddles: Flat, heated surfaces used for cooking pancakes, French toast, and grilled sandwiches.

* Hand Mixers: Portable electric mixers used for whipping, beating, and mixing ingredients.

* Juicers: Extract juices from fruits and vegetables.

* Kettles: Electric kettles quickly boil water for tea, coffee, or instant soups.

* Microwave Ovens: Heat food quickly using microwave radiation.

* Rice Cookers: Electric appliances designed specifically for cooking rice.

* Sandwich Makers: Used to prepare grilled sandwiches, paninis, and waffles.

* Slow Cookers: Also known as Crock-Pots, these cook food over several hours at low temperatures.

* Toasters: Toast bread, bagels, and other bakery items.

* Wafflers: Electric appliances dedicated to making waffles.

Major Appliances:

* Cooktops: Separate cooking surfaces that come in various types: gas, electric, induction, and ceramic.

* Dishwashers: Clean dishes, cutlery, and cookware using water and detergent.

* Fridges: Chill and store perishable food items to keep them fresh.

* Freezers: For long-term storage of frozen foods at very low temperatures.

* Ovens: Common types include conventional ovens, convection ovens, and microwave ovens.

Additional Equipment:

* Cooking Utensils: Spoons, spatulas, whisks, tongs, ladles, and more.

* Bakeware: Baking dishes, muffin tins, cake pans, measuring cups, measuring spoons, rolling pins, and more.

* Knives & Chopping Boards: Essential for cutting, chopping, and slicing.

* Pots & Pans: Various sizes and types for boiling, frying, and sautéing.

* Kitchen Scales: For precise measurements of ingredients.

* Storage Containers: For keeping food fresh and organized.