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Colander

usgb/ˈkɑːləndər/Volume
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Kitchen Use

A colander is primarily used in the kitchen for food preparation.

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After boiling the vegetables, pour them into the colander to let the water drain out.
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Not Heat Resistant

Colanders are usually not for cooking; they can melt or get damaged with direct heat.

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Don't put the colander on the hot stove; it's for draining pasta after you cook it.
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Different Materials

Colanders can be made of plastic, metal or silicone, each with different care instructions.

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Use the metal colander for hot foods and the plastic one for washing fruits.
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