Fine Perforated Disc
For fine sauces, baby food, jelly and particularly smooth fruit purées.
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Food Mills and Strainers for Fruit and Vegetables
A food mill makes it easy to process cooked fruit and vegetables evenly while separating seeds, skins and coarse fibres. This allows you to prepare smooth apple sauce, creamy soups, tomato sauces, mashed potatoes or homemade baby food.
Discover food mills, strainers and practical accessories for preparing, processing and cleanly filling food into containers. Depending on the model and perforated disc used, the FLOTTE LOTTE® is suitable for a wide range of fine and coarse preparations.
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Which Food Mill Is Suitable for Which Purpose?
The best tool depends on the type of food you want to process and how fine you want the result to be. A food mill separates the pulp from skins, seeds and coarse components during processing. A strainer or straining cloth is particularly suitable for straining and filtering liquids.
| Application | Suitable Product | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Apple sauce and fruit purée | Food mill with a medium perforated disc | Smooth, evenly processed fruit purée |
| Tomato sauce and passata | Food mill or strainer | Sauce without unwanted skins and seeds |
| Mashed potatoes | Food mill with a suitable perforated disc | Light and even consistency |
| Baby food | Food mill with a fine perforated disc | Finely puréed fruit and vegetables |
| Jelly, broth and fruit juice | Straining cloth or fine sieve | Filtered liquid without coarse particles |
| Preparing cherries and plums | Cherry or plum pitter | Quickly pitted fruit ready for further processing |
Easily Process Fruit and Vegetables
When using a food mill, cooked or soft foods are pressed through a perforated disc or fine sieve. The pulp and soft components are processed while seeds, skins and coarse fibres are retained.
This method is suitable for apples, pears, tomatoes, berries, potatoes, carrots and many other cooked vegetables. Depending on the type of food, it may be useful to peel, core or cut the ingredients into smaller pieces beforehand.
How to Use a Food Mill
- Wash the fruit or vegetables and peel or core them if necessary.
- Cut the ingredients into evenly sized pieces.
- Cook or steam the food until soft.
- Place the cooked fruit or vegetables into the food mill.
- Use the crank or rotating mechanism to press the food through the perforated disc.
- Use the finished purée, mash or sauce immediately for further preparation.
Which Perforated Disc Do I Need?
The size of the holes affects the consistency of the finished food. A fine perforated disc is ideal for particularly smooth preparations. Coarser discs retain more texture and are suitable for heartier purées or certain vegetable dishes.
Medium Perforated Disc
For apple sauce, tomato sauce, creamy soups and classic purées.
Coarse Perforated Disc
For textured vegetable dishes, spaetzle dough or dishes where a coarser consistency is desired.
When choosing a disc, please refer to the specifications of the respective food mill and the perforated discs included with the product.
Making Apple Sauce
To make homemade apple sauce, wash and chop the apples and cook them until soft. They can then be processed into a smooth purée using a food mill. Depending on the appliance, skins and remaining seeds can be retained during processing.
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Cooked tomatoes can be separated from skins, seeds and coarse components using a food mill. The result is ideal as a base for tomato sauce, passata, soups or homemade ketchup.
Discover Products for Preparing TomatoesPreparing Mashed Potatoes
Cooked potatoes can be processed evenly using a suitable perforated disc. For the best results, process the potatoes while they are still hot and then gently combine them with the remaining ingredients.
Discover Kitchen Tools for PotatoesPreparing Fruit Purée and Jam
Processed fruit provides an excellent base for fruit purée, jam, jelly and desserts. Pitters, peelers and cutting tools make preparing the fruit easier.
Discover Preserving AccessoriesPreserving Processed Fruit and Vegetables
Depending on the recipe, processed fruit and vegetables can be eaten immediately, frozen or preserved. When preserving, prepared foods are heated in suitable sealed jars for the time and at the temperature specified by the recipe.
When making preserves, foods such as jam, chutney or fruit purée are first cooked and then filled into clean jars while still hot. Use tried-and-tested recipes and follow the recommended hygiene, temperature and safety instructions when preserving food.
Read the Guide: How to Preserve Fruit and Vegetables Properly
Practical Accessories for Straining and Preserving
With the right kitchen tools, fruit and vegetables can be prepared and processed efficiently. Pitters remove stones and seeds from cherries, plums or apples. Peelers and cutting tools make chopping easier. Straining cloths, sieves and filling aids help with filtering and cleanly filling jars and containers.
Thoughtfully Designed Kitchen Tools from GEFU
GEFU develops functional kitchen tools for everyday food preparation. Robust materials, thoughtful handling and high-quality workmanship ensure that the products can be used reliably in the kitchen.
The materials used and warranty conditions may vary depending on the product. Further information can be found on the respective product detail page and in our 5-Year Warranty Terms 20-Year Warranty Terms .
Frequently Asked Questions About Food Mills
What Is the Difference Between a Food Mill and a Sieve?
With a food mill, cooked food is pressed through a perforated disc using a crank or rotating mechanism. Seeds, skins and coarse fibres are often retained. A sieve is primarily used for draining, straining or manually pressing food through.
Does Fruit Need to Be Peeled Before Using a Food Mill?
This depends on the type of fruit and the appliance being used. With many types of soft-cooked fruit, a food mill can retain skins and other coarse components. Bruised areas, stems and inedible parts should be removed beforehand.
Which Perforated Disc Is Suitable for Apple Sauce?
A medium perforated disc is generally suitable for classic apple sauce. A finer disc produces a particularly smooth result, while a coarser disc retains more texture in the purée.
Can Potatoes Be Processed with a Food Mill?
Yes, cooked potatoes can be processed using a suitable food mill. They should be processed while hot and without excessive stirring to keep the mashed potatoes as light and fluffy as possible.
What Can I Prepare with the FLOTTE LOTTE®?
Depending on the model and perforated disc used, the FLOTTE LOTTE® is suitable for preparing fruit purée, tomato sauce, mashed potatoes, creamy soups, vegetable purée and many other strained or puréed dishes.
How Do I Clean a Food Mill?
Remove food residue as soon as possible after use. Removable components should be cleaned according to the care instructions for the respective product. Information on whether individual parts are dishwasher-safe can be found on the product detail page.