Tempering eggs for a silky dessert or sauce can be a bit nerve-wracking, but using a double boiler makes the process easier ...

Tempering takes your chocolate to the next level by giving it glossy finish and snap, and can be done using all general ...

Double boilers are handy to have in the kitchen for making delicate sauces like hollandaise, preparing custards or stretchy doughs and melting chocolate for sweet treats. You need a double boiler when ...

Melting chocolate chips can easily be done in the microwave or on the stove, but requires patience, frequent stirring, and ...

Melting chocolate and butter in a pot on the stove - Ugis Bralens/Shutterstock A double boiler is one of those pieces of specialty kitchen equipment that does one job and does it very well. It's ...

In my experience, a Pyrex bowl works well as a double boiler. However, Pyrex bowls are not designed for stove top use so proceed at your own risk. Despite the name, when using a double boiler the heat ...