I need pots/pans. What should I get?

[disappoint]

Stainless steel with a copper bottom, and tempered glass lids FTW. Make potstickers. yumm.

Also, he already has cast iron, so yeah he won't be buying that again.

 

[Demo24]

My mom and I both have various farberware pots and pans, and they've worked great for a rather long time! I've pretty sure many of them are as old or older than me at 23. Only exception is I have a saucepan from Ikea, which surprisngly enough is quite good and has faired well the past 4 years. It was originally non-stick, me not knowing that I kinda screwed up with it but all the teflon should be gone now after scrubbing it many times with sos pads.

Personally I'm not fond of nonstick due to having to use plastic utensils, more careful care, and it won't really last so it will eventually come off in your food anyway. No thanks, I can let it soak in water for a bit and scrub it off with an SOS pad if things go badly.

 

[infoiltrator]

If you are just as likely to forget them on burner either Cuisinart are fine.
Cast Iron, properly seasoned and cared for, is the "best" nonstick.

 

[MrChad]

We have some Calphalon One Hard-Anodized pans that work really nicely. Expensive, but they provide a nice balance between the advantages of non-stick and "stick" options.

 

[KGB]

Does anyone have non stick pans that are actually non stick?

Yeah, ... they worked so well all the Teflon shit came right off.

 

[waffleironhead]

I was going to recommend a nice set of revere pots, but it looks like they shipped production to indonesia and quality has fallen quite a bit.
When I first moved out on my own i bought a large rever copper bottom set like this one
http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden...0/product.html
It has been solid performer for the last 20 years, but reading reviews the new ones are light weight and flimsy and the lids dont fit.
If you can find a set made in the US, buy it.

 

[Macamus Prime]

Start off by soaking the wild rabbit in vinegar overnight. It will get rid of that musky smell and tenderize the meat a bit.

 

[Imp]

Crate & Barrel has some very pretty pan sets. How well they work, you tell me...

 

[Mixolydian]

All-Clad.

 

[Born2bwire]

I had a years-old non-stick Wal-Mart Farberware set that I wasn't overly fond of (well, to be fair, I forgot about 'em on the stove once or twice so the non-stick wasn't quite so non-stick anymore) so I didn't bother bringing it when I moved...but now I need pans again.

I'm looking at this and this at the moment. I'm not overly picky when it comes to non-stick vs stainless. I do have a couple of cast iron pans already as well.

I actually have a 10 piece version of that Cuisinart set. I would prefer to have something nicer but I didn't have the budget. I got the ten piece set on clearance for $100. At that price I think it was a decent deal. So far they perform ok.

 

[Ns1]

bought a stainless steel set from costco, it feels like it'll last us forever. We've had it for 5 years now and it essentially looks like it did when we first got it


$190 shipped...not sure how much in store

Kirkland Signature™
18/10 Stainless Steel
13-piece Cookware Set
Stainless Steel Bodies and Lids,
Cast Stainless Steel Fittings,
Gift Boxed
Item # 559728

Kirkland Signature™ products are designed and produced with only the finest quality materials and workmanship available. We are confident that you will appreciate the high level of value and excellence that have become the benchmark for all Kirkland Signature™ products.

Features:

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.
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

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

 

[nageov3t]

Does anyone have non stick pans that are actually non stick?

I've got a couple from Ikea that are 3-4 years old and still going strong.

I make a point not to use metal utensils with them, though. wood spoon, silicon spatula, etc.

 

[crownjules]

I have three of the Cuisinart Stainless cookware pieces - 5 qt saute pan, 12" skillet, and 2 qt saucepan. They making cooking and cleaning easy. You can find plenty of cooking utensils that won't scratch the bottom, like wood or rubber.

 

[xSauronx]

Buy cast iron once, never buy again.

having a 12" cast iron is great for a number of things

for non stick i use circulon stuff, which is fucking awesome.

 

[SphinxnihpS]

I always buy All-clad seconds at TJ Maxx. Over the years I have amassed a set of copper core for about half price. They also have Le Crucet, and normally some cast iron skillets. You just have to go a lot, but it's worth it.