Food Strainer. Chinois.

The object shown is a vintage Wear-Ever aluminum cone sieve, also known as a chinois or food strainer. It is used to separate seeds, skins, and other solids from cooked foods to create smooth sauces, purées, jams, and jellies. The set typically includes a cone-shaped sieve, a stand with legs to hold it over a bowl, and a wooden pestle. The pestle is used to mash and press the food through the small holes of the strainer. This type of tool is often used for canning tomatoes, making fruit jams, or preparing smooth soups. The model shown is a vintage piece, often from the 1950s. * Durable metal construction * Easy to use and clean * Ideal for canning and preserving * Wooden pestle This vintage kitchen tool is ready to find a new home. Remember, if the ad is up, it's still available!