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Cookware suggestions please

SouthernBee — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 17:20:04 GMT

I prefer non stick but DH wants something else. I take care of my pots and pans- hand wash only, use medium heat, use silicone spoons on a gas cook top. Considering everything previously mentioned- the faberware cooking pots do not last. Current set is two years old and the 5 quart stock pot on the inside has a small spot where it is starting to chip or come off. Any suggestions for tried and true cookware that is easy to use and clean. Previously purchased a few pieces of the faberware stainless steel but everything stuck to the pan and very difficult to clean and went back to the non stick. Suggestions greatly appreciated. Southern Bee

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SharkE — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 17:25:37 GMT

I like stainless steel except for fry pans. Stainless you can put in dishwasher.

always looks pretty and shiny. Best fry pans are at Sam's Club. Won't peel, chip, etc.

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kitcat51 — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 17:29:43 GMT

Curtis Stone, simply the best in every way...you will not be disappointed.

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SouthernBee — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 17:35:55 GMT

@SharkE: Thanks, will look at everything at Sam’s. Southern Bee

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Sooner — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 17:37:41 GMT

Stainless is great if you learn how to cook on it. There is a lot of information online. The only non-stick pots I've had for 25 years are a few skillets mainly for eggs.

It's all about using the right heat, letting meats sit until they are ready to release, and pouring some hot water in the hot pan when you are finished. I don't find mine hard to clean at all.

You can find great buys on All-Clad, which is what I've used for a long long time. They are great!

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SouthernBee — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 17:38:47 GMT

@kitcat51: Thanks. I purchased the strainer pot and love it but the handles get hot. I purchased the cookie sheets and loved them until they started to warp and this was just after the warranty expired. Southern Bee

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SouthernBee — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 17:42:31 GMT

@Sooner: Thanks. I will research the All-Clad. DH just mentioned just in time for Christmas gift suggestions. Southern Bee

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kitcat51 — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 17:45:43 GMT

@SouthernBee wrote:
@kitcat51: Thanks. I purchased the strainer pot and love it but the handles get hot. I purchased the cookie sheets and loved them until they started to warp and this was just after the warranty expired. Southern Bee

I've had my set of cookware in the Stone color & never had hot handles, it's the best set I've ever had & the bakeware too. Wish I had another suggestion....Happy Hunting.

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SouthernBee — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 17:49:03 GMT

@kitcat51: please verify the name of your CS set. Thanks, Southern Bee

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Misplaced Parisian — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 18:09:49 GMT

I have Wolfgang Puck stainless steel pans/pots from HSN. LOVE them. I also use copper pans from E. Dehillerin and simply adore those as well. Good luck with your search. Happy Cooking.

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Fressa — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 19:13:14 GMT

My favorite cookware is Analon, Cook Essentials and Rachael Ray. I love the tri clad bottoms for a few pots that I have. I have given the Cook Essentials and RR as gits. They last for years and years.

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kitcat51 — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 19:15:35 GMT

@SouthernBee wrote:
@kitcat51: please verify the name of your CS set. Thanks, Southern Bee

I purchased my Durapan set in several years ago & don't see it available on HSN anymore but it included several different sizes of sauce pans, fry pans including one with a helper handle & a large stockpot..I always use gripper potholders on every size & brand of stockpot when taking off the stove, they're heavy filled & so easy to drop. The Durapans are available with a stainless steel exterior but I prefer the Stone gray, both have the same non stick interior. I know you'll get lots of good suggestions from posters & find a brand that will fit your wants & needs.

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momoftwo2007 — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 19:39:57 GMT

@SouthernBee I have the Curtis Stone non-stick pan. It is really nice for a year. But now it is starting to stick (But I do cook all the time, for poeple who don't cook as much, it might last a lot longer). From my experience, ALL non-stick will start to wear off at some point. Curtis Stone's non-stick do last longer than most. I just purchase another set of Curtis Stone 611-660 when it was the TS. I like non-stick pans, I find that you just need to replace them every couple years.

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SharkE — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 19:43:52 GMT

Stainless steel is great to cook in, but, not fry. everything sticks don't care how much oil you put in pan. Gave mine away and went back to Sam's Club 10 in aluminum pan.

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aubnwa01 — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 20:33:15 GMT

My cookware is a mix of stainless steel with a little nonstick stuff. I have a bunch of All-Clad (stock pots, saute pans & one skillet) that I've gotten over the years from Marshall's, TJ Maxx, Amazon & Home Goods & most of my saucepans are Cuisinart Multi-Clad Pro that I got for great prices from Amazon. The Cuisinart MCP is very nice stuff & reasonably priced. I use nonstick skillets & just replace if they get scratched up, though most of what I have now has ceramic coating, which seems to hold up better. The SS goes in the dishwasher & I hand wash the non-stick skillets.

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Daysdee — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 21:07:50 GMT

I have used Farberware (for many years) then T-Fal, Cooks Essentials and some cheap pans from Marshall's, etc. (that I bought because I wanted that color). Latest and best is Curtis Stone cookware from HSN.

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LoveMyBaby — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 22:00:31 GMT

I'm surprised nobody mentioned Le Creuset - I really love this type of cookware. I'm new to it, but everything comes out so delicious.

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wildlifewitch — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 22:25:06 GMT

@SouthernBee Anything 18/10 stainless is good. There is so much risk of toxins in non stick, and they can be high maintenance.

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LilLadyNJ — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 22:51:58 GMT

Another vote for All-Clad cookware. These are the best. Many years ago when I was just starting out on my own and couldn't afford All-Clad I purchased a few pieces of Wolfgang Puck stainless steel cookware from HSN. I must say those pieces are still used today and are far much better than Farberware. I liked that I can purchase specific pieces that I needed rather than a whole set.

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SharkE — Thu, 18 Oct 2018 15:41:04 GMT

trouble with the better quality cookware is hardly any of it is dishwasher safe.