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[[Image:Potato ricer.jpg|300px|thumb|right|A potato ricer]]
A '''potato ricer''' is used to process food by forcing it through small holes which are often not much larger than the width of a grain of rice (hence the name). This action results in a [[Purée|purée]]. [[Mashed potatoes]] are a food commonly made using this utensil. In technical terms, it works by a process of extrusion. A '''potato ricer''' can also be used to squeeze excess water from sliced or grated [[potatoes]]. This is useful to make crispy [[chips]], [[hash browns]] and [[rösti]].

At least three types exist. The simplest variety is little more than a grid on a handle. Food is processed against a flat surface or inside a container. Slightly more elaborate models resemble a very large [[garlic press]]. A rotary type, called a [[food mill]], also exists and here the food is driven towards the grid by a large screw, similar to a [[meat grinder]]/mincing machine but without the rotary blade.

'''Potato ricers''' are used in the making of [[lefse]] (a Norwegian staple) and [[Noodles|spätzle]] (German egg noodles), as well as for making homemade [[gnocchi]] (a type of Italian [[Pasta|pasta]]).
===Potato masher===
[[Image:potato masher.jpg|300px|thumb|right|A potato masher]]
The [[potato masher]] consists of an upright or sideways handle connected to a mashing head. The head is most often a large-gauge wire in a rounded zig-zag shape, or a plate with holes or slits.

With a potato masher you have the option to make a rougher mash, whereas with a potato ricer, you will only ever get a [[purée]].
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Chef at 12:00, 24 January 2013