Strained Relationships

This is a colander (well, two colanders). I know that I have mentioned this piece of essential kitchen gear before, but while we are on the subject of tools, I though I would remind you of this necessary object. If you want to cook and you don’t own one of these things, start saving now! I’ve seen a tennis racquet used as a substitute (in the movies), but that seems like a ‘don’t try this at home’ sort of thing.

So why is a colander so useful? Apart from straining pasta or anything else you need to separate from boiling water, a colander is very handy in the sink for other cooking moments. Place your veg or fruit inside when washing (using cool water please). If you want to keep some fruit on the counter, the extra holes in a colander will make for good air circulation and your fruit will last longer (also rotate your fruit every once in a while, for the same reason).

This is the best of strained relationships…you might even want more than one!