Food and Drink Preparation - Cookware Materials

an alloy of iron containing so much carbon that it is brittle and so cannot be wrought but must be shaped by casting

a corrosion-resistant alloy used in various industries for its durability and aesthetic qualities

steel whose characteristics are determined by the amount of carbon it contains

a protective or decorative covering or layer that is applied to the exterior of a building or structure for various purposes

a thin layer covering something

a colored glassy compound (opaque or partially opaque) that is fused to the surface of metal or glass or pottery for decoration or protection

cooking utensil of enameled iron

the process of adding salt, herbs, spices, or other flavor-enhancing ingredients to food in order to enhance its taste and aroma

having a special coating that prevents food from sticking to the surface, making it easier to cook and clean

having a shiny surface or coating

a hard, white, translucent ceramic material that is known for its strength, durability, and translucency

a type of material that is made from a combination of glass and ceramic components

building material consisting of a piece of rock hewn in a definite shape for a special purpose

any of a large class of siloxanes that are unusually stable over a wide range of temperatures; used in lubricants and adhesives and coatings and synthetic rubber and electrical insulation

a borosilicate glass with a low coefficient of expansion; used for heat-resistant glassware in cooking and chemistry

a vessel (box, can, pan, etc.) made of tinplate and used mainly in baking

a type of porcelain that is made from a mixture of bone ash, feldspar, kaolin, and other materials, and is known for its thin, translucent quality, high strength, and whiteness

high quality porcelain originally made only in China

a type of pottery that is made from clay that is fired at relatively low temperatures, resulting in a porous, rustic, and often glazed ceramic material

referring to a material or dish that is safe to use in an oven without being damaged or melted

a type of clay that is fired at high temperatures, resulting in a dense, durable, and non-porous ceramic material that is ideal for making functional objects