Lounge, what is your favorite stainless cookware?

[Gold Metal Flake]

Ms. Flake has expressed a desire to replace the older aluminum/Teflon cookware with stainless. When I think of stainless I think of copper-clad Revere Ware. But that stuff has been around since te early part of the last century. Is it still good or is there now something better? She likes to cook and cooks a lot so I want to get something good.

[NightWatcher]

1. my only non-cast iron fryers and dutch ovens are All Clad pots

it seems pretty good

[Gold Metal Flake]

2. Copper clad? What brand?

I see that Revere and others have pots with an aluminum bottom that is supposed to do a similar job of maintaining consistent and stable heat but I guess is lighter and less expensive. I wonder how it compares though.

[NightWatcher]

3. stainless All Clad

I dont trust aluminum

http://www.all-clad.com/Pages/Collections/Stainless.aspx

http://www.estore.all-clad.com/Collection/Stainless/FRY-PAN-8-4108/0/

[Gold Metal Flake]

7. Woah, this are pretty.

They are quite an investment. Nice!

[rocktivity]

4. One of the first things I bought before I officially moved out on my own

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was Farberware, which is stainless steel with an aluminum-clad base. I've still got most of it, and the lifetime warranty is still good!




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[Gold Metal Flake]

5. I know Farberware as an excellent brand. We used to use their vintage percolators.

I had not remembered the name as I started searching this evening, thanks. Can you put Farberware in the dishwasher or is it bad for the handles.

This set looks pretty good and would be dishwasher safe.

http://www.jcpenney.com/dotcom/for-the-home/departments/kitchen-dining/food-food-prep/cookware/cookware-sets/farberware-10-pc-stainless-steel-cookware-set/prod.jump?ppId=1e216f6&sisearchengine=182&siproduct=GooglePLA&cm_mmc=ShoppingFeed-_-GooglePLA-_-For%20The%20Home-_-1e216f6&srccode=cii_17588969&cpncode=30-94203536-2

[rocktivity]

6. I put mine in the dishwasher when I HAD a dishwasher, LOL

My mother used to brag of having five automatic dishwashers -- my sisters and me.

That set is a little cheaper on Amazon, though.


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[pipi_k]

8. Wearever

I have two Wearever stainless pots...one large, one small, with glass lids that also act as strainers.

I really like them

Other than that, the rest of my pots and pans are cast iron.

I'll never use Teflon/non-stick pans again.

[SeattleVet]

9. Costco has a very nice set of stainless...

for under $200.


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http://www.costco.com/Kirkland-Signature™-1810-Stainless-Steel-13-piece-Cookware-Set.product.11631728.html

Very nice handling, but it took a little getting used to keeping the heat a little lower than usual due to the very thick bottoms that really hold the heat. Very even heating, I have found these a complete joy to use in the kitchen.

Here's the description from their site:


Professional quality: Constructed of 18/10 stainless steel, the copper-bonded 5-ply base is manufactured to allow even and efficient transfer of heat. Each pot and pan provides perfect cooking performance every time.
18/10 stainless steel lids: Heavy-gauge lids fit precisely for heat and nutrient retention. The snug fit promotes self-basting.
18/10 stainless steel handles: Handcrafted and hand-polished hollow cast handles are ergonomically designed to assist in natural wrist position and comfort. Handles are securely riveted for long life.
Induction suitable: Magnetic stainless steel cap on 5-ply base allows cookware to be used on induction cooktops, as well as all other cooktops including ceramic glass.
5-ply base: Pans are manufactured with a 5-ply base construction consisting of two layers of stainless steel, two layers of aluminum and a copper core. The impact-bonded, encapsulated base enables pans to reach and maintain desired cooking temperature quickly and evenly, allowing heat settings to be reduced.
NSF Certified
Not recommended for dishwasher use

Set Includes:
8-quart Covered Stockpot
4-quart Covered Saucepot
3-quart Covered Saucepan
Multi-Steamer Insert (fits both 4-quart Saucepot and 3-quart Saucepan)
1.5-quart Covered Saucepan
3.5-quart Covered Sauté Pan
8.75-inch Skillet
10.25-inch Skillet


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They say 'not recommended for dishwasher', but the lids go through just fine, and the pans I've put through *might* have shown a little change in the copper color at the base, but that may have also been heat related.

This is a very heavy duty set, and I've been extremely happy with it for the 3 or 4 months we've had them.

[Gold Metal Flake]

16. The Kirkland looks very good.

I will see if this will be acceptable.

[HarveyDarkey]

10. Sorry I can't help you

My cookware is all cast iron. Nothing cooks better & is more non-stick.

[cliffordu]

11. Yep. Exactly. I do have two stainless steel pans,

for fish.

Everything else goes into cast iron.

[pipi_k]

25. Do you cook

tomato-based stuff in your cast iron?

I read that you're not supposed to, so I use my stainless for sauces and tomato soup.

My favorite use for my cast iron dutch oven is casseroles. I boil the noodles or whatever in the pot, drain, then throw in the rest of the ingredients. The pot is already hot, and put into a pre-heated oven, the casserole is done in no time, plus it stays hot/warm longer during the meal in case anyone wants seconds.

[rocktivity]

27. Only recently-seasoned cast iron is potentially bad for tomatoes

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for "veteran" cast iron, they're perfectly fine.


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[rocktivity]

22. I do have a cast iron skillet for frying, pancakes and sauces

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I use the Farberware for everything else. And I keep the skillet on the stove because it's too much of a pain to take in and out of the cabinet.


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[handmade34]

12. All-Clad is best but

pricey... Cuisinart is what my partner just bought us and it is wonderful (except the lids cause the liquids to run over)

still love my old cast iron best

[Gold Metal Flake]

21. Yeah, we have cast iron as well.

But it's a pain for everyday use.

[csziggy]

13. Emeril Pro Clad is pretty good; Kirkland at Costco, also

Supposed to be made by the same company as All Clad but sells for much less ($300 at Bed Bath & Beyond).

Kirkland Signature™ 18/10 Stainless Steel 13-piece Cookware Set at Costco is less than $200 and is styled very much like the Emeril set.

I have one of the Emeril anodized 12" chef pans and love it. It heats evenly and cooks great. It's too big for most of needs so I was looking for a 10" chef pan to buy individually. I found one at IKEA - http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20083457/ It is the perfect size, heats evenly, cleans up great. The Favorit sauce pan (which my husband bought by mistake) is also good, but larger than I usually need for that type of pan.

[Lokey]

17. Emeril Pro Clad

We have one of the Emeril Pro Clad 12 inch pans. Found on clearance for 15-20 bucks. I see it runs like $80. My brother was able to buy the whole set on clearance for like $150 at a local "general store". Not really sure why they were marked down so much. Perhaps slight imperfections? But anyhow it is a really nice pan.

[csziggy]

23. You can find the sets for some great prices

Individual pieces seem expensive in comparison. I think I paid about $30 for my 12" Emeril anodized pan, on sale with a coupon. I would have gotten the Pro-Clad set which was on sale at the same time but I have a 35 year old set of "waterless" stainless steel cookware that is still great - aside from the handles and knobs showing their age. I just didn't have a good chef's pan. Now I have two!

[Gold Metal Flake]

20. I'm liking the Kirkland.

All the sets have the stock pot which we don't need. Have cast iron for that. That is the downside of sets.

[csziggy]

24. You can always plant herbs or flowers in the stock pot!

It would add to the decor of the kitchen.

[flamin lib]

26. I have Emeril as well.

I had a specific set of criteria, SS finish, drip proof glass lids among them. I've supplemented it with a few non stick omelet pans for eggs, cheese and fish. I

[Trailrider1951]

14. I have several pans of the old Revere Ware, stainless with copper bottoms

Different sizes, some with original stainless lids.......all purchased at Goodwill for $5 or less each. Every time I hit the local Goodwill, I look for more. They last forever!

[Gold Metal Flake]

18. If I had known she wanted to move to stainless, I could have had a set by now.

I often see Revere at yard and estate sales. Great stuff.

[mulsh]

15. Go to a restaurant supply company in your area and check prices on the brands

posters have suggested. Restaurant supply companies often stock and sell those brands at considerably less than department stores and cooking specialty stores sell them for.
They also have commercial cookware that is as good as all clad for way less.

BTW All Clad is exceptionally good cookware and probably worth full retail price. Your great grand children will be using any pieces you buy.

[Gold Metal Flake]

19. Thanks for this advice!