Small Appliances

Waffle Iron• Briefly tell how the first waffle was discovered.

• 13th Century England• Crusader accidently sat in baked fresh oats• “waffre” meaning flat honey-comb-like cakes

 • Name 4 other foods that may be prepared on the

waffle iron.• French toast• Eggs• Bacon• Grilled Sandwiches

Waffle Iron• Explain how to clean the waffle iron grids.

• Brush away any crumbs• Never submerse into water 

• Explain how to clean the outside of the waffle iron.• Use a damp cloth to wipe the outside, dry with clean

dish towel

Waffle Iron• How can you tell if the waffle iron is hot enough to

start baking the waffle?• Heat until indicator light turns on• If no light – sprinkle a few drops of water on the grid; if

drip sizzles the iron is hot enough 

• What should you do if there is some resistance when you try to open the waffle iron after the waffle has baked for some time?

• Allow it to cook for a little bit longer, stop trying to open the waffle iron.

Waffle Iron

• What two things can you do with leftover batter?• Either bake all the batter, and then place waffles in

plastic wrap• Save the batter in the refrigerator to be used in a few

days.

Blender• Name 5 things a blender will not do.

• Mash potatoes• Whip egg whites• Whip cream• Knead stiff dough• Crush whole ice cubes• Extract juices

 • List the 6 main parts of the blender.

• Measuring Cup Motor Base• Cover Speed Control• Blender container Blade assembly

Blender• What part of the blender should never be

immersed in water?• Motor Base

• List two blender “do’s” that you think are important.

• Unplug cord from outlet• Remove container from motor unit• Remove blade assembly from container and wash• Operate only on a clean surface• Keep hands away from moving blades

Blender• List four blender “don’ts” that you think are

important.• Don’t put hands near moving blades• Don’t remove cover while running• Don’t process the mixture too long• Don’t over heat the motor

Hand Mixer• Name the four parts of the hand mixer.

• The beaters• The power unit• Beater ejector• Speed control selector

• Name two benefits of using a hand mixer.• Saves time and energy• Provides a uniform project

Hand Mixer• What is one thing a hand mixer should not be

used for?• Heavy dough

• Briefly explain the bowl mixing procedure.• Guide mixer around the bowl• Scrape sides of the bowl with rubber spatula

Panini• Name 3 types of bread to use for a Panini.

• Focaccia• Ciabatta• English muffins• Bagels• Hoagie rolls

• What types of fillings can be used in a Panini?• Meat (already cooked)• Cheeses• Fruits• Veggies• sauces

Panini• If you do not have a Panini pan, what else can be

used to make a Panini?• A frying pan with another pan such as a cake pan

placed on top and something heavy to place on the top pan

• What part of the Panini press do you place your assembled sandwich on?

• Bottom grill plate

Popcorn Popper• Name three ways to make popcorn.

• Pan-popped corn in oil on a stovetop or over a fire• Hot air poppers• Microwave

 • Which way is the most nutritious?

• Hot air popper 

• How many kernels should be put into the popper?• 1/3 of a cup.

Microwave• Name two reasons why the microwave has become

one of the most popular small appliances.• They cook food quickly• Efficient in their use of electricity – it only heats the food

• Name three containers that are safe to use for microwave cooking.

• Most plastics• Glass• ceramics

• What type of container should not be used in the microwave?

• metal

Cupcake• How much of each ingredient was used to give

cupcakes its name?• A cup of flour, a cup of butter, a cup of sugar and etc.

• What types of cups were used in old cookbooks to bake cupcakes?

• Earthenware tea cups• Other small clay baking pans

Cupcake• How full will the reservoirs be to make the

cupcakes?• Approximately 2/3 full

• Describe how to test for doneness of the cupcakes.

• Insert a toothpick into the middle of a cupcake if the toothpick comes out clean the cupcake is ready.

• Be sure to check all cupcakes in different spots to make sure it is cooked evenly.