Who Else Isn't Complete Without One Of These?

[hoovarmin]

Just to get the MCS going up in here: https://shop.commanderspalace.com/pr...dAojbZgIaLG0JQ


Here’s our decree: no more burnt roux! Keep your roux (or sauces or gravies) moving with this locally-made wooden spoon. A staple in just about every Creole kitchen, these spoons are made for us in collaboration with South Louisiana-based artisan Mike Bonin. Perfectly shaped to reach all corners of your cookware, you’ll never suffer the fate of burnt meals again!

“Never stop exploring new recipes and mining the depths of Creole cooking. I like to think of every roux as an opportunity to discover the unknown and create something unforgettable. This roux sets the foundation for what comes next; this is the beginning of something great.” - Chef Meg


Details:

• Hand-engraved on one side with our signature 'CP' logo and 'This is the beginning of something great.'
• Made of cherry wood
• 2.5" wide by 15" long, curved handle
• Each spoon handle is initialed by the craftsman Mike Bonin
• Left and Right Handed options available

[58limited]

I've got a couple of wooden spoons with a similar shape, forgot where I got them.

[Panhead John]

Cool post Dave! I’ve got one I bought in Lafayette sometime in the late 90’s. Don’t remember the name, but it was at a Louisiana/Cajun souvenir shop. The top of the handle is in the shape of Louisiana. I’ve used it “a few times”. I use it every time I make roux.

[hoovarmin]

A treasured heirloom!

[RonB]

Hmmm - I could make one of those...

[Draznnl]

Can I put my order in now Ron or do I have to wait until you say you’re making them?

[SheilaAnn]

Please sign me up to the pre-order list,

[RonB]

Hold on folks - I'm not there yet.

[CaptainMike]

I could hang it next to my left-handed monkey wrench that I can't use because I'm right-handed. P.T. Barnum approves...

[mrteddyprincess]

Dang it CaptainMike that's another reason you need to live next door. I've got a right-handed monkey wrench that I can't use...B

[Duanessmokedmeats]

We have one of those in the bedroom, we are now complete...

[Oak Smoke]

I’ve have a couple of flat ended wooden spoons, sort of a wooden scraper and spoon combo. They are great for anything you worry about sticking to the bottom of the pan as you stir and absolutely necessary for me when I make gravy or a roux. They won’t scratch anything but will keep the buildup off the bottom of the pan. We got them in those bundles of wooden utensils the wife gets online. They are not expensive or artisan in design. My particular ones aren’t signed either.

[Mosca]

Okay, I’ll be that guy:

FORTY BUCKS? My guess upon seeing the picture was $10, and I would pass at $10, and go for it at $6.

[RonB]

Well, that does it. I ain't makin' em fer less than $40, so I'm out.

[Panhead John]

RonB I think a lot of members here would buy one of YOURS for $40. Those roux/gravy paddles are more than just a cheap old wooden spoon. They’re larger and need to be made of wood that can withstand a lot heat from stirring a roux. Plus, the one Dave posted above is attractive and personalized. If you’re serious about making some, I’ll be your first customer, seriously. I’ll pay for shipping too. 🙂

[RonB]

Panhead John - I still have a waiting list for cutting boards, and I haven't been able to do much since early this year.

And I have been thinking about making a simple stirrer for my use. We will see...

[smokenoob]

I use free paint sticks 😉

[Mosca]

That’s what I was thinking.

[hoovarmin]

Not a bad idea, actually

[Panhead John]

Bad idea actually…🤓 A roux paddle is much wider than a paint stick. You can cover more area with a dedicated roux paddle. You’d be frantically stirring using a paint stick, trying to keep the roux from burning….🥸 Also a paint stick has square edges, you need rounded edges like a roux paddle, to catch the bottom/sides of the pot.

[TripleB]

I have a couple similar to that one. Bought one in Oregon and one in New Orleans. Love those spatulas/paddles.

[CandySueQ]

If I paid $40 for that, I wouldn't want to use it! It looks like it would be quite serviceable, but I already have a number of wooden tools (thanks to Secret Santa 2023!). I have this really cool olive spoon (for fishing olives out of the jar) made of olive wood. I don't use it but should!

Note -- I received Commander's Kitchen cookbook as a gift a number of years ago. There's not a bad recipe in there! It's on my bucket list to eat at Commander's Palace sometime!

[jgreen]

I have been as well, and really enjoyed. Well worth the trip, but make your reservation far in advance of heading to New Orleans.

[Carolyn]

You haven't lived until a Commander's Palace waiter goes to your table with the Bread Pudding soufflé, breaks it open with spoon and pours the whiskey sauce on top of it. 🫠

[SheilaAnn]

Carolyn speaks all the truth!

[LA Pork Butt]

What I find interesting is that while spoons are the standard shape and you can tilt the spoon to pretty much accomplish the same thing, someone can be unsatisfied with the process so much that they come up with a more efficient and effective tool. Of course, this inventiveness applies to other areas. Being a sucker for kitchen gadgets I am tempted, but we are happy using dry roux, so I will pass.

[Michael_in_TX]

If you really want to spend your money, you can get Kenji's version for $44: https://www.earlywooddesigns.com/products/wood-wok-spatula?variant=44145404313880

He did put some serious thought into it, testing and showing various pre-production models on his YouTube channel (then again, it is "just" a spatula). It even comes in left-handed and right-handed versions.

[ssandy_561]

I love the wooden utensils I own. I believe I’ve posted about them on the pit before. A few of the ones pictured are 20+ years old. All made by a company called Allegheny Treenware. All made by hand. I’ve gotten them all from various festivals we’ve gone to over the past 20 years. I keep them in good shape by never putting them in the dishwasher and I’ll oil them once a year.

https://alleghenytreenware.com/

[Panhead John]

Nice! What’s the second one from the right, light colored, that looks like a claw used for?

[ssandy_561]

Panhead John the one that looks like a claw and the one next to it that’s the same shape were advertised as being a salad tossing set. I mainly use them both with my wok. Their curvature matches my wok perfectly.

[Oak Smoke]

Those claw ones work great for getting spaghetti out of the water.

[texastweeter]

Kent Rollins makes one out of mesquite for $20.