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New set of pots/pans

Posted on 6/20/20 at 12:56 pm
Posted by Big Scrub TX
Member since Dec 2013
40159 posts
Posted on 6/20/20 at 12:56 pm
Howdy - I'd like some guidance on a new set of quality cookware. I'd like something really nice but not venturing up into the truly high-end.

All-Clad

Somebody recommended those copper core all-clads. Looking for more info/recs. TIA!
Posted by cssamerican
Member since Mar 2011
8235 posts
Posted on 6/20/20 at 1:09 pm to
I don’t think sets are the best way unless you are the type of person that needs thing to match.

I like enameled cast iron for stock pots/Dutch ovens.

Pasta pot can be cheap even cooking isn’t important when boiling water.

I like carbon steel for my skillet.

Stainless steel with thick bottoms for sauce and sauté pans.

If you do want matching sets Deyemere is another high end brand similar to all clad.
This post was edited on 6/20/20 at 1:12 pm
Posted by Gris Gris
OTIS!NO RULES FOR SAUCES ON STEAK!!
Member since Feb 2008
49636 posts
Posted on 6/20/20 at 1:10 pm to
I've never purchased a set of pots and pans like this. I've always bought the sizes and types that suit my cooking habits. For example, I use cast iron frequently, so I have various sizes of those.

Before you buy, think about what you like to cook and what pots or pans in size and type would be most suitable for your cooking.
Posted by ynlvr
Rocket City
Member since Feb 2009
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Posted on 6/20/20 at 1:13 pm to
I Agree with other posters re: set purchase. These all clads are great for one or two piece purchase. Then pick up other pieces to fit your needs.
Posted by Big Scrub TX
Member since Dec 2013
40159 posts
Posted on 6/20/20 at 1:32 pm to
quote:

I've never purchased a set of pots and pans like this. I've always bought the sizes and types that suit my cooking habits. For example, I use cast iron frequently, so I have various sizes of those.

Before you buy, think about what you like to cook and what pots or pans in size and type would be most suitable for your cooking.
Thank you. I'm a big cast iron guy too - I am covered there. I think I'm also covered on non-stick skillets. What I really need is some good saucepans of varying sizes. Is Magnalite a worthy option?

If I wanted to just buy a few saucepans, are those all-clad copper core ones good?
Posted by Politiceaux
Member since Feb 2009
17668 posts
Posted on 6/20/20 at 2:50 pm to
If what you want are the best sauce pans for a reasonable price, pick up some Falk copper.

LINK

The all-clad copper core pans have a very tiny amount of copper in them.

If you want stainless and dishwasher safe, pick up some Demeyere. Objectively better than all-clad.
Posted by nateslu1
Mr. Belvedere Fan Club
Member since Apr 2012
6938 posts
Posted on 6/20/20 at 3:06 pm to
I agree with everyone as well. I bought a set of All-Clad and have a bit of buyer's remorse because I don't use them as much as I thought I would.

Piece by piece is the way to go for sure. A large cast iron skillet, an enameled cast iron 6 quart pot with lid, a good 12" non-stick skillet, a non-stick skillet with high sides with lid, a large stainless steel chef's pan with high sides, one small and large good sauce pan.

I may be forgetting something but these are the only pots and pans i would really need.

This is the best non-stick skillet I have ever owned
This post was edited on 6/20/20 at 3:09 pm
Posted by Big Scrub TX
Member since Dec 2013
40159 posts
Posted on 6/20/20 at 4:02 pm to
quote:

Piece by piece is the way to go for sure. A large cast iron skillet, an enameled cast iron 6 quart pot with lid, a good 12" non-stick skillet, a non-stick skillet with high sides with lid, a large stainless steel chef's pan with high sides, one small and large good sauce pan.
You've perfectly described my setup - except I just need the one small and large good sauce pan!

What is your opinion of Calphalon for this need?
Posted by cgrand
HAMMOND
Member since Oct 2009
50753 posts
Posted on 6/20/20 at 4:08 pm to
piece by piece

get a carbon steel skillet
a cast iron skillet
a SS deep sauté pan
an enameled Dutch oven
a couple of half sheet pans
a couple of 2 qt sauce pans
a pasta/stock pot

done
Posted by nateslu1
Mr. Belvedere Fan Club
Member since Apr 2012
6938 posts
Posted on 6/20/20 at 4:08 pm to
I've had calphalon pans in the past and they are just fine
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