equipment$8–15used in 2 side quests
Silicone pot holders
Heat-resistant grips rated to 450°F+ that stay dry, won't catch fire, and clean in seconds under the faucet. Unlike fabric mitts, they don't absorb spills or hold onto last week's garlic smell.
What to look for
- 1Rated to at least 450°F (some reach 500°F)
- 2Thick enough to insulate—thin silicone transfers heat quickly
- 3Textured grip surface (raised dots or ridges) to hold slippery pans
- 4Ambidextrous design that fits either hand
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- Oversized mitts that make it hard to grip small pot handles securely
- Silicone so thin you can feel heat through it immediately
Used for: pulling sheet pans from hot ovens · lifting cast iron skillets · removing pot lids without steam burns · handling hot dishes in shared kitchen spaces
Side quests that use it
Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.
