Kitchen containers are essential items for any kitchen. A JAR is a cylindrical container with a wide mouth and can be used to store food or other items. A DISH is a shallow, flat-bottomed container used for serving food. A POT is a deep, round container used for cooking food. A CROCK is a large, heavy container made of clay or ceramic, often used for storing food. A piepan is a shallow, round container used for baking pies. A breadbin is a container used for storing bread. A CANISTER is a cylindrical container with a lid, often used for storing food. A cookiejar is a container used for storing cookies. A teakettle is a container used for boiling water.