When you're planning to make s'mores sans a campfire or to caramelize the tops of crème brulée, you'll need a blowtorch. However, this gas-powered flame is a dangerous kitchen tool if you're not careful. Learn the most important blowtorch safety tips.
Safety Tips to Know When Handling a Kitchen Blowtorch
When you're planning to make s'mores sans a campfire or to caramelize the tops of crème brulée, you'll need a blowtorch.
If you're unfamiliar with how to use a blowtorch, it might seem like the kind of utensil you wouldn't want in your kitchen — although experts know that it comes in handy for a number of things. A kitchen torch doesn't just caramelize the sugar topping on crème brûlée; it can also be used to brown meringue and cook prime rib, for instance. I don't have one — yet — but 2010 could be the year I finally buckle down and buy one. What about you?