Equipment

Steamers

There are two ways to go when it comes to steamers.  One is to use a pot with a steamer insert and/or a collapsible
steamer basket. The small collapsible stainless steel steamer baskets are so inexpensive every kitchen should have one. They work well in the bottom of a large stock pot and in a smaller sauce pan.

A dedicated steamer insert for a stock pot or large sauce pan gives you the option to steam larger batches (for instance, steaming broccoli for six) but also provides a large stock pot for boiling pasta.