topic Re: Cookware in Kitchen

Cookware

goldensrbest — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:48:57 GMT

My 30 plus year old cookware, some pans are wearing out, if you needed new ones ,what type would you look for?

Re: Cookware

haddon9 — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 16:01:26 GMT

I asked Santa to bring me some Caraway pieces. I have had success with stainless steel and asked for my new Caraway pots & pans to be from their stainless line.

They also come in ceramic non stick & non toxic coating in different colors. I asked for the teapot as well as some baking pieces to be in this ceramic line in their cream color.

It's an expensive line but I want something that will last and not fall apart. My DD has had a few pieces for several years and they have held up well.

I was surprised to suddenly see some of their items here at the Q! If you are interested on more information & reviews you can check their website Caraway home dot com.

Re: Cookware

Sooner — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 16:01:39 GMT

@goldensrbest I would buy the bare minimum of what I need and get the best I could afford.

For stainless, I like Demeyer and All Clad. Demeyer makes some great smaller pieces.

A piece or two in Le Creuset--you won't be sorry. They are heavy but left the lid separately. The medium to small aren't that bad to life for my old self.

Non-stick: A good sized pan for eggs or other things. They don't last long, don't spend a lot of money.

Baking pans: USA Pan, Williams-Sonoma Gold, Nordic Ware.

Baking pans ceramic: Le Creuset, Emile Henry, Sur La Table house brand.

Re: Cookware

JeanLouiseFinch — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:01:35 GMT

I would not buy a multi piece set. Think about what pieces you will use and purchase by the piece. I bought a 3 pc. set of J.A. Henkel skillets at Costco a couple years ago and I use them more than anything on the the stovetop. My Ninja XL Grill gets used often too.

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LindaSal — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:48:34 GMT

@JeanLouiseFinch has an excellent point. I have several different brands of cookware in my kitchen and it's exactly that, I have my favorite pieces depending on what I am making and I use them all the time. I have a couple LeCreuset's, a few Wolfgang Puck's, a couple Rachel Ray's and my newest favorites Curtis Stone! (Durapan)

Think about the pieces you use most often and purchase those types.

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SaveTheTurtles — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 20:06:47 GMT

I like OXO. I just received the OXO 3 fry pan set from QVC last week. They are better than my old OXO pans.

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SandySparkles — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 23:14:59 GMT

I LOVE Analon Advanced, and All-Clad nonstick cookware, because they perform WELL, and are long lasting with proper care.👍 I have a few pieces of Emeril's from an infomercial that are extremely nonstick!😁

Like Sooner, I too, LOVE William Sonoma Goldtouch bakeware, USA Pans and Nordic Ware bundt, and springform pans. NOTHING sticks, and everything releases easily!!!😊 I also like my Lodge cast iron skillets!!!👍

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

Re: Cookware

goldensrbest — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 21:36:03 GMT

@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
I would not buy a multi piece set. Think about what pieces you will use and purchase by the piece. I bought a 3 pc. set of J.A. Henkel skillets at Costco a couple years ago and I use them more than anything on the the stovetop. My Ninja XL Grill gets used often too.

I agree,only need a few new peices.

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DaleP — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 22:21:13 GMT

I love Ninja! I've had many pieces for 4+ years, and they look like new and NOTHING sticks!

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RedTop — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 22:55:34 GMT

Belk has Cuisinart and Biltmore brands of sauce pans on sale right now. I bought the Cuisinart brand for my teacher daughter and her boyfriend last Christmas, and they love them.

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Icegoddess — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 23:15:00 GMT

I bought a set of Kirkland Signature Hard Anodized cookware at Costco about 20 years ago. Still cooking with it and only wore out one pan, probably due to using high heat. Granted, I don't cook on a daily basis, but I've been very happy with it. I've replaced that one pan with a Curtis Stone pan and have bought a couple of smaller Curtis Stone pans to add to it. My husband has worn one of the CS pans out cooking his eggs and sausage on a daily basis, so even his good nonstick pans don't last forever.

As another poster mentioned, I will only be replacing individual items as they wear out instead of buying another multi-pan set. How many stock pots does one need? I'm still a fan of hard anodized though.

I'm not a good cook, so I've only got one good stainless steel skillet. However, the few things I do cook are good.

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Q-Checker — Sat, 09 Dec 2023 02:28:59 GMT

Another vote for All Clad. Expensive but worth it as they are "forever" pieces of cookware. I own four stainless steel pieces and they still look new after several years of use. Did I mention even cooking and easy clean up? To cut down the cost, ask to get on the All Clad mailing list for seconds. The "imperfections" are hardly noticeable and do not affect the cooking. The discounts for these seconds are very attractive in comparison to the full retail price.

Re: Cookware

AuntG — Sat, 09 Dec 2023 02:47:00 GMT

Like the OP I need.a new set of cookware so this thread is helpful.

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Eileen in Virginia — Sat, 09 Dec 2023 03:40:52 GMT

I've got some Rachel Ray non-stick pieces and really like them. I use the pot-bellied steamer and a 14" skillet several times a week. DH puts the steamer in the dishwasher and it's held up very well. The nonstick surface is just like new. The outside has faded a little, but I'm not worried about that. DH uses the bottom part of the steamer to heat up soup or other foods/sauces and it's sturdy enough that the food cooks evenly. The skillet's my go-to piece when I need to cook a fairly large quantity of food. I also like Scanpan, which I buy from SurlaTable and Amazon. It's kind of pricey and pretty heavy, but they're also on my go-to list. I usually get them on sale. I prefer to pick up pieces as opposed to a complete set so I'm not saddled with pieces I won't use.

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Nightowlz — Sat, 09 Dec 2023 04:01:30 GMT

The past several years I have replaced my cookware & bakeware. I bought Made-In cookware & USA bakeware.

I tried All-Clad first but I can't hold their pans due to the groove in the handle. Very uncomfortable for me.

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Snowpuppy — Sat, 09 Dec 2023 06:28:20 GMT

My largest stock pots are All Clad 4qt and 6qt.

I like the stability of the slotted handles. Highly recommed homeandcooksales dot com. All Clad's seconds and damaged box site. Shipped directly from PA.

Wait for their 2nd sale day and google for a free ship code. You'll save the $9.95 ship fee. 😉

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Northerngal — Sat, 09 Dec 2023 12:32:47 GMT

On a budget & small spaces, the hard anodized 8qt Rachel Ray oval stockpot. Yes, the outside gets a little worn but the pot is a workhorse. The non-stick has held up over the years. I use it on the stovetop and in the oven. The other bargain item I love is an HSN Kitchen HQ nonstick cast iron pan. The nonstick has held up as well (maybe I am one of the lucky ones).

Re: Cookware

goldensrbest — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 14:52:05 GMT

Has any one bought Delarlo cookware?

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Fressa — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 18:20:10 GMT

Chantal ceramic cookware. I received a set when I purchased my induction range. Love the ceramic more than the stainless steel but all the cookware from this brand is superior to any thing else that I used over the years.

You can find this cookware at Kohls, BBB and QVC.

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beach-mom — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 18:47:08 GMT

All Clad. They are made in the USA. And they stand behind their products.

DD got me a set of Le Creuset as a wedding present. I love them and still use them. Then about 20 years ago he got me a hanging rack for cookware because I'd always wanted one. I couldn't hang my Le Creuset on it, so he surprised me for Christmas with an All Clad set. I didn't know anything about them. I love and use those too.

Ironically they are slightly different sizes, so they both get frequent use! The All Clad set came with 3 frying pans. I rely on those more. I use my Le Creuset Dutch ovens more. I tend to alternate the saucepans.