Okay, so the other day I was making a big pot of soup, and I realized I was constantly burning my knuckles trying to stir the bottom. My regular spoons and spatulas were just too short! That’s when I decided I needed to get myself some proper long-handled kitchen utensils.
First, I started by looking around my kitchen to see what I already have. I found my short spoons and spatulas. I assessed their shortcomings.
The Hunt Begins
I realized I wanted stuff that wouldn’t melt or warp if it got too hot, and wouldn’t scratch my non-stick pans, either. I needed diffirent utensils for diffirent usage.
Figuring Out What I Needed
- A long, sturdy spoon: For stirring soups, stews, and anything in a deep pot.
- A long spatula: For flipping things in a hot pan, and without splashing oil everywhere.
- A big ladle: Getting soup from the pot to the bowl is way easier with a long-handled ladle.
- A slotted spoon:When I need to scoop solid food from liquid.
My Searching Journey
I spent a good hour, just going through options. I looked at all kind of materials. There were wood ones, but some reviews said they could crack. Metal ones seemed durable, but I was worried about scratching. Finally, I decided to get long-handled silicone utensils.
Putting Them to the Test
I’ve used them for a week now, for everything from stirring a giant pot of chili to flipping pancakes. These long-handled tools are much more comfortable, My knuckles are very grateful. Cleaning is super easy, too. And they also save my time when cooking. I can do the cooking thing more efficiently.
Seriously, if you do a lot of cooking in deep pots or big pans, do yourself a favor and invest in some long-handled utensils. It’s a small change, but it makes a big difference!
