Guest guest Posted May 24, 2004 Report Share Posted May 24, 2004 copper is the best conductor of heat and it heats the bottom of the pan evenly. Some cheap pots I have used in the past, would burn on certain areas, so it was clear where the pots' hot spots were. I used to have to continually stir to try to keep the food heating evenly despite the hot spots on the pot itself. I envision a lot of work keeping those copper pots clean, the ones that are copper on the outside. Some of the All-Clad lines have copper inside then an outer coating of stainless steel for easier upkeep. http://www.allclad.com/ There really is a science behind the good lines of pots and pans! christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Sure ...I have glass cookware...porcelain too, and I use the good old fashioned cast iron, I got rid of any plastic coated utensils too...use wood or stainless steel...anything with the coating on is leathel...Deb > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 I am using bamboo and wooden stir utensils and le creuset enameled cookware. I am using our wedding silver to eat with at the table. I don't have a skillet and am looking at buying cast iron if I can't find a Le Creuset skillet (non stick). Anybody know anything wrong with enameled? I understand stainless steal has nickel in it. I am looking for something without nickel. I know men can't rid themselves of iron too well other than giving blood. comments? andrew On Feb 16, 2005, at 10:37 PM, devorah91 wrote: > > > Sure ...I have glass cookware...porcelain too, and I use the > good old fashioned cast iron, I got rid of any plastic coated > utensils too...use wood or stainless steel...anything with the > coating on is leathel...Deb > > > > > >> >>> >> > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 17, 2005 Report Share Posted February 17, 2005 Non stick, is that chemical coated? Enamel is good I would think that men need a little iron that you would get thru the cast iron, that is great that you are eating with silver too...debbie > I am using bamboo and wooden stir utensils and le creuset enameled > cookware. I am using our wedding silver to eat with at the table. I > don't have a skillet and am looking at buying cast iron if I can't find > a Le Creuset skillet (non stick). Anybody know anything wrong with > enameled? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 17, 2005 Report Share Posted February 17, 2005 the only problem I would have is what is in the soil when they make these pot's...chemicals, human fece's etc..debbie > I am using bamboo and wooden stir utensils and le creuset enameled > cookware. I am using our wedding silver to eat with at the table. I >ved] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 17, 2005 Report Share Posted February 17, 2005 I have a small enamel coated Le Creuset small skillet, not teflon. I will looking getting a cast iron skillet. thanks, On Feb 17, 2005, at 9:37 PM, devorah91 wrote: > > > Non stick, is that chemical coated? Enamel is good I would think > that men need a little iron that you would get thru the cast iron, > that is great that you are eating with silver too...debbie > > > >> I am using bamboo and wooden stir utensils and le creuset enameled >> cookware. I am using our wedding silver to eat with at the table. > I >> don't have a skillet and am looking at buying cast iron if I can't > find >> a Le Creuset skillet (non stick). Anybody know anything wrong with >> enameled? >> > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2006 Report Share Posted May 19, 2006 I always opt for cast iron, the older the better (they knew how to make quality stuff in the old days). Heats evenly, retains heat, lasts forever, and can be used to great effect as a bludgeoning weapon ;-) The trick is seasoning them well, and keeping them dry. Here's some info... Shopping for Cast Iron: http://frugalliving.about.com/od/shoppingsmart/a/castiron.htm Seasoning Cast Iron: http://searchwarp.com/swa39842.htm -S. ......................................... GettingPrimitive.com - A Natural Inquiry ...... Health, Diet, Society and Survival ......... for the Humans of Poison Planet ......... http://www.gettingprimitive.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2006 Report Share Posted May 19, 2006 I suggest starting with cast iron pans/skillets. They are very reasonable in pirce and though I have other fancier pots and pans, I always go back to the cast iron ones. They are easy to find in most stores or amazon.com for example. Otherwise, investing in good quality stainless steel is good too. Hope that helps - ~Anita garnejil <garnejil@...> wrote: I've decided I'm going to replace my cookware. --------------------------------- Ring'em or ping'em. Make PC-to-phone calls as low as 1¢/min with Messenger with Voice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2006 Report Share Posted May 19, 2006 Another suggestion on the cookware is to use glass. Corning used to make saucepans called " Visions " . I bought a set on eBay last year for next to nothing and just love them. Not only are they decorative and sturdy (and obviously don't leach metal) - but they are a breeze to clean. Penny Subject: [ ] cookware I've decided I'm going to replace my cookware. ........What else can I look for and where?? It's a big step and quite an investment. I want to make sure I buy the right thing! Suggestions welcome... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2006 Report Share Posted May 19, 2006 > > I've decided I'm going to replace my cookware. I looked for > information in the files and found out how to test cookware I own, but > how do I know what to look for in a store? How can you tell if it's > quality metal? I read somewhere that it's better quality (less nikel) > if it's magnetic. What else can I look for and where?? > Hi - I love my waterless family skillet. Waterless cookware is expensive, but good. Usually you have to buy an entire set, but I got a single piece only because my husband has done some work for this particular company. I also know that Le Creuset is good. It is enamel and completely non-reactive. Also very expensive. I am hoping to get one of their tea kettles of of ebay at some point. Just a couple other options .... Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2006 Report Share Posted May 20, 2006 garnejiil wrote: I've decided I'm going to replace my cookware. I looked for information in the files and found out how to test cookware I own, but how do I know what to look for in a store? How can you tell if it's quality metal? I read somewhere that it's better quality (less nikel) if it's magnetic. What else can I look for and where?? It's a big step and quite an investment. I want to make sure I buy the right thing! Suggestions welcome... ------ I bought a *very* expensive set of 18/10 stainless steel cookware about 9 years ago, which came with a lifetime guarantee. They still look new! " Classica Temp Tone " is the brand name (they may have changed names now). Anyway, they are brilliant and would recommend these, even if you buy one piece at a time to save on a big cash outlay in one hit. Just did a Google search and came up with this web site http://www.oklahomacookware.com/ which doesn't provide a lot of info but has some USA phone numbers about the products. This site http://www.cordonbleucookware.com/cookware.html looks like the same product and they do party plan.You might want to do a Google search for " Cordon Bleu Cookware " if it interests you. Good luck in finding the right cookware for you! Jen ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 > @@@ Snip > One place you might find good cast iron is at " used stores " like Salvation Army or Goodwill. @@ Thanks Bee , I overlooked that source for cookware ; albeit I venture a similar venue called " Value Village " for other items , periodically . Excellent tip . Furthermore , I did coincidentally discover and purchase a cast iron pan yesterday :-) at the aforementioned venue .. > > I use glass baking dishes (cake-type pans) for broiling meats in the oven; of course pre-heating the oven helps ensure you have consistent heat. @@ If you are referring to a casserole dish , then my family I reside with , owns one ...... so I will use that for my baking / broiling of meats in the oven .. However , another creative suggestion for another dilemma I had ...... especially for a novice cook , as myself > > I use a large enamel pot (not cast iron) or crock pot for making soups and broths. > @@ I will take the above under consideration . Although I purchased a Visions Cookware glass pot w/ lid about 10 " inch depth and 20 " width. Which should provide me with ample soup or broth for my selfish belly ...... lol ) It cost me approx. $6.00 and the cast iron was approx. the same at Value village .. Quite a savings , thanks to your brilliant recommendations , Bee ....... Moreover , I donated the steel pan to my family since it cost $50.00 and is better than the non-stick pans they were utilizing . Bee , you are overdo for a donation , count on one from me . Sincerely Appreciative , Ed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 > > > @@ I will take the above under consideration . Although I purchased a Visions Cookware glass pot w/ lid about 10 " inch depth and 20 " width. Which should provide me with ample soup or broth for my > selfish belly ...... lol ) > > It cost me approx. $6.00 and the cast iron was approx. the same at Value village . Quite a savings , thanks to your brilliant recommendations , Bee ........ Moreover , I donated the steel pan to my family since it cost $50.00 and is better than the non-stick > pans they were utilizing . > > Bee , you are overdo for a donation , count on one from me . +++Hi Ed. You are so very welcome for the suggestions, as always! You are easy to help too. Thank you in advance for your donation. All the best, Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 17, 2010 Report Share Posted February 17, 2010 > > Any thoughts on the best cookware? > > I've read the relevant sections on Bee's website. Maybe Visions, maybe Le Crueset, maybe other enamel, maybe porcelain, maybe soapstone... > > Any clarity/informed opinions/experience on this would be most appreciated! > > Thanks, > @@ Hi , Cookware that are best for cooking are : Cast Iron , Glazed earthenware, Visions ( Corningware ) , Porcelain & Enamel , Stainless Steel and Stoneware ( Le Creuset ) . However , if one is on a budget , one could try purchasing Visions , Cast Iron and casserole dish cookware at your local Salvation Army or thrift shop . Cast Iron , steel and Glass are the cheapest and easiest to acquire in my opinion . I use a combination of all three . Best in Health, Ed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 5, 2010 Report Share Posted November 5, 2010 > > Hi Bee, > I found a great price on this cookware and it seems okay to me but what do you think? Is this okay to use in your opinion? > Thanks, > > > http://www.cutleryandmore.com/details.asp?SKU=20026 +++Hi , It looks okay to me. I just bought a fry pan that is similar, but it was Cuisinart and cost $44.00 Canadian. However it had a slight dent and a scratch, so I got it for $22.00. Cheers, Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 5, 2010 Report Share Posted November 5, 2010 Hi , I looked at the skillet you are considering, and just wanted to encourage you to look around locally. I recently found a whole set of good quality stainless steel cookware with lids as well, for only $60.00! This is the time of year for big sales and if you wait until after Christmas it might be even less. Why get one skillet without a lid, and have to pay shipping too? Jude At 06:14 AM 11/5/2010, you wrote: >Hi Bee, >I found a great price on this cookware and it seems okay to me but >what do you think? Is this okay to use in your opinion? >Thanks, > > ><http://www.cutleryandmore.com/details.asp?SKU=20026>http://www.cutleryandmore.\ com/details.asp?SKU=20026 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 10, 2011 Report Share Posted January 10, 2011 Cast iron works really well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 Everyone, I've been reading through Bee's cookware recommendations and wanted to see what some of you were using. I'm especially thinking about a frying pan for things like bacon and meats. Any suggestions? Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 > > Everyone, > > I've been reading through Bee's cookware recommendations and wanted to see what some of you were using. I'm especially thinking about a frying pan for things like bacon and meats. > > Any suggestions? > Chris > @@ Hi I use Glass Corning Cookware, Steel ( test all sides with small magnet to ensure its real steel) and/or Iron i.e frying pan. I purchased all these at a thrift shop, used, for $5-10 dollars each. Which is a cheaper solution to getting quality cookware while saving money instead of giving it away to name brand stores & whatnot ... ..lol ;] Hope this was of assistance. In Solidarity, Ed group moderator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 24, 2011 Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 > > I purchased all these at a thrift shop, used, for $5-10 dollars each. +++ woot for you, Ed! I love thrift shopping, too, and estate sales, yard sales. Sometimes I have to buy new, tho, when the need is higher than finding it cheaply. Because our family is so large, I bought a new 12 " cast iron skillet and i'm looking for a griddle (only have " pans " )... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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