Cooking Apparatus Insert

Cooking Apparatus Inserts are specialized tools used in the kitchen for various cooking purposes. They are part of the supply class Kitchen Hand Tools And Utensils, which falls under the supply group Food Preparation And Serving Equipment.

Cooking Apparatus Inserts are designed to fit into specific cooking apparatuses, such as steamers, fryers, or bain-maries. They are used to hold and cook food items, ensuring even heat distribution and preventing direct contact with the cooking surface.

These inserts come in various shapes and sizes, depending on the type of cooking apparatus they are intended for. Some common types of Cooking Apparatus Inserts include:

1. Steam Table Pans: These are rectangular or round pans used in steam tables to hold and serve food items. They are available in different depths and materials, such as stainless steel or plastic.

2. Fryer Baskets: These are wire mesh baskets used in deep fryers to hold and cook food items. They allow the oil to circulate around the food, ensuring even frying.

3. Bain-Marie Inserts: These are stainless steel pans used in bain-maries, which are water baths used for gentle cooking or keeping food warm. Bain-Marie inserts come in various sizes and depths to accommodate different food items.

4. Pasta Inserts: These are perforated inserts used in pasta cookers to hold and drain cooked pasta. They typically have handles for easy lifting and draining.

5. Steamer Inserts: These are perforated inserts used in steamers to hold and cook vegetables, seafood, or other food items. They allow steam to circulate around the food, ensuring even cooking.

These are just a few examples of Cooking Apparatus Inserts. The specific type and design of the insert will depend on the cooking apparatus it is intended for.