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Choosing the right rolling pin for your needs isn't as straightforward as it might seem; there are different types and materials, each with their own good points. | Choosing the right rolling pin for your needs isn't as straightforward as it might seem; there are different types and materials, each with their own good points. | ||
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#Choose between a rod or a roller. A rod (also known as a French rolling pin) is one piece of wood that is either a straight dowel, tapered from the center, or tapered at the ends. The roller is a round cylinder of wood attached to an internal axle, with two handles at the end to push on to make it roll. Both have a different feel and you may prefer one over the other, or even find that they work well for different tasks in the kitchen. The only way to know is to try one of each style. | #Choose between a rod or a roller. A rod (also known as a French rolling pin) is one piece of wood that is either a straight dowel, tapered from the center, or tapered at the ends. The roller is a round cylinder of wood attached to an internal axle, with two handles at the end to push on to make it roll. Both have a different feel and you may prefer one over the other, or even find that they work well for different tasks in the kitchen. The only way to know is to try one of each style. | ||
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#*There are also specialty rolling pins that imprint decorative designs. These are for the serious baker with a specific design in mind, such as marzipan, pasta, [[Make Shortbread|shortbread]], gingerbread, fondant, etc. | #*There are also specialty rolling pins that imprint decorative designs. These are for the serious baker with a specific design in mind, such as marzipan, pasta, [[Make Shortbread|shortbread]], gingerbread, fondant, etc. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
