179. Kitchen Equipment and Utensils

Sarah: Hey Tom, Do you enjoy cooking?


Tom: Hey, Sarah! Yes, I do. It's one of my favorite hobbies. How about you?


Sarah: I like cooking too, but sometimes I get confused about which kitchen tools to use for different tasks.


Tom: Oh, I totally get that! Knowing your kitchen equipment can make cooking much easier. Let's start with some basics. Do you know what a cutting board is?


Sarah: Yes, it's the flat board we use for cutting vegetables and meat, right?


Tom: Exactly! And speaking of cutting, do you know what we use to cut things?


Sarah: Hmm... a knife?


Tom: That's correct! Knives come in different shapes and sizes for various tasks, like chopping, slicing, and dicing.


Sarah: Got it! What about something to stir food while it's cooking?


Tom: That's a good question. We use a utensil called a spatula for stirring and flipping food in pans. And if we want to mix ingredients in a bowl, we use a whisk.


Sarah: Oh, I see! What about those big pots we use for boiling pasta or making soup?


Tom: Those are called pots or saucepans. They're essential for cooking dishes with liquids, like boiling pasta or simmering soups.


Sarah: Thanks, Tom! Knowing all this makes cooking seem less intimidating.


Tom: No problem, Sarah! Having the right kitchen equipment makes cooking much more enjoyable and efficient. If you ever need help with anything else, feel free to ask!


Sarah: Will do, Tom. Thanks again!


Tom: Anytime, Sarah. Happy cooking!


Sarah: You too, Tom! Bye!


Tom: Bye!