Cookware Selection Tips
Written by admin on September 20, 2009 – 6:16 am -Below are six of the most important considerations when shopping for cookware. • A nonreactive surface. Your best choices are stainless steel, seasoned cast iron, enamel or a quality nonstick surface. • A core or base of aluminum or copper (or cast-iron interior construction) for better heat conduction. • Handles that stay cool on the stovetop for a reasonable amount of time but are oven-safe, such as cast iron or tubular stainless steel. It's also important to select cookware with handles you find comfortable and easy to handle. You can purchase oven-safe silicone handle covers separately. • Check to see if the cookware is dishwasher safe. Hard-anodized cookware is technically dishwasher safe, but manufacturers recommend hand washing.... more
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Cookware Material Guide
Written by admin on July 15, 2009 – 5:32 am -Non-Stick Vs Uncoated Cookware What is the different between non-stick vs uncoated cookware, I think it’s best describe by consumer report for this cookware material, and here I sum up a bit. Non-stick – Best for easy cleanup. As you know, it is non-stick and it needs less oil to cook so it’s more healty. But it can be scratch easier compare to uncoated cookware. For that reason we don’t encourage using metal utensils, although some manufacturers say it’s okay. Foods also do not brown as well in nonstick pans as they do in uncoated ones. And because food doesn’t stick, there are no nicely carmelized bits that can be deglazed to make a sauce for an otherwise plain pork chop. Uncoated – Best for browning, braising, and deglazing... more
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