Calphalon Contemporary Stainless Steel Nonstick 8 Inch Omelette Pan Review

Excellent pan.Heats up quick, real quick.Much faster than my older Calphalon pans.And I can drop it in the dishwasher.What more can a guy who cooks ask for?

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Calphalon Contemporay Stainless Steel Nonstick 8 Inch Omelette Pan

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Large Replacement Handle for Vintage Revere Ware Pans Review

Ordered a replaement handle for an old Revere Ware sauce pan.The product arrived in days, and was perfect...brought new life to an old pan.I was so excited to find this at Amazon and it's worth every penny.I would highly recommend for anyone who owns Revere Ware and has old, cracked handles.The pan in question is like new, and will probably last another 40 years, thanks to this high quality replacement handle.I would definitely use this vendor again, no questions asked!

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This large bakelite replacement handle for vintage Revere Ware pans fits vintage era 7 in pans, 8 in skillets, 9 in square skillets, and possibly others. The handle is 5.25" long and the holes are 3.1" apart on center. Please make sure your existing handle looks like this one before you buy. Please note that the screws included with this product have a Phillips head unlike original screws which had a slotted screw head. The included hanging hook is chrome plated instead of solid stainless steel; the chrome plating may peel off after the hook is crimped. If this happens, please use your original hook.For more details on this handle see http://www.reverewareparts.com/VPAH-L_details.html.

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Excelsteel 8 Quart 18/10 Stainless Steel 4 Piece Muti-Cookware Set With Encapsulated Base Review

I bought this to compare it to the Calphalon pasta cooker and steamer.Calphalon Contemporary Stainless 8-Quart Pot with Glass Lid and 2 Inserts

Both have an insert with holes for pasta and another insert that sits above it for steaming.You can use either or both with the stock pot.Thin spaghetti may escape through the holes of the pasta inserts.

Both have the same defect that you need to put in two quarts of water to reach the bottom of the pasta cooker.

The Excelsteel is superior in that there is a vent in the glass top.One reviewer of the Calphalon said her top exploded, although I have had no such problem in many years of use.

However, the Excelsteel steamer is too shallow.It is only 2 1/2 inches deep.The Calphalon steamer is four inches deep.Sometimes I want to steam a lot of vegetables.

Neither this product nor the Calphalon are good for an induction stove.

I find the concept of this product and the Calphalon very useful.I have one recipe which requires cooking pasta and then cauliflower in the same water.It is very easy to lift out the pasta in the pasta cooker, empty it, and then put in cauliflower in the same water.

If you cook only four servings or less of pasta, you will find the Fasta Pasta cooker used in the microwave more convenient than boiling a lot of water.The Fasta Pasta is also a lot cheaper.

Fasta Pasta The Microwave Cooker

But I love the steamer of the Calphalon.

Either this product or the Calphalon are much better than pouring into a colander when making too much pasta for the Fasta Pasta.

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Excelsteel 8 Quart 18/10 Stainless Steel 4 Piece Muti-Cookware Set With Encapsulated Base

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Calphalon Everyday Nonstick Rectangular Grill/Griddle Combo Review

This Grill/Griddle combo is a good size for the stove top, the non stick is great and it cleans up easily. However it is no substitute for grilling on a gas or charcoal grill

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This pan offers the best of both worlds. Whether you are cooking a breakfast or having sandwiches for lunch, you will benefit from having a grill and griddle available in a single pan. Traditional styling plus soft grip comfort makes Everyday Nonstick the perfect choice for daily cooking needs.Classic vessel shapes allow for a variety of techniques while the comfortable silicone handles stay cool on the stove top. Heavy duty hard-anodized exterior won't chip or scratch. Durable nonstick interior allows food to release easily and makes clean up a breeze. All pieces are oven safe to 450 degrees which allows you true versatility in the kitchen..

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Lodge Original Finish Cast Iron Eight-Section Cornbread Skillet Review

Not my favorite Cast iron piece of cookware.It is tough to get the muffins to come out whole, especially out of the small end.It is starting to get a bit easier, though, so maybe as it gets older I will like it more.Suggestion, either add more butter/shortening to the recipe or grease up the pan before you add the batter.Both seem to help quite a bit.Otherwise you will end up with cornbread dust after trying to wedge the slices out of the pan.If you are not looking to add more pans to your collection, the 8" or 10" skillet will cook up cornbread just fine.HOWEVER, when you get it right, and the cornbread comes out nicely, it IS some of the best cornbread you'll ever taste.There is just something about those nice, golden brown sides when they come out of this pan that just tastes great.I use this pan at least once a week, and it keeps getting better.
As with all Cast Iron pans, they require a lot of care.Seasoning when you get them, oiling before you put them away, never drop them on your toes and don't annoy someone when they have one in their hands.

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In 1896 Joseph Lodge was strolling through the Appalachian Mountains in Tennessee and discovered the perfect place to settle his family and start his cast iron manufacturing company. Still family-owned and run, Lodge is the world's largest and oldest manufacturer of cast iron products. This pan will make perfect wedges of cornbread for enjoyment with any meal.

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Pfaltzgraff Taupe Pointe 16-Piece Dinnerware Set, Service for 4 Review

We love these dishes! They are beautiful! They do not get hot in the microwave, in fact I have to cook food for shorter periods of time because they are over cooking on them! My last set of dishes (which where a gift) left food undercooked and the dishes got sooo hot they burned my hands. We ordered these and a set of mahogany pointe. They look wonderful together and are beautiful. A very good purchase.

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Earthy and engaging, Taupe Pointe dinnerware combines simple ornamentation with soothing color for look that is both comforting and stylish. Its taupe hue is subtly darker at the rim for added dimension and creates a creamy smoothness between the concentric ridges. Like other lines in the Pointe family, Taupe Pointe is crafted from stoneware for substantial weight and durability. The plate rims are turned up to create a feeling of intimacy, while the mug and bowl silhouettes flare with quiet confidence. A glossy top-glaze completes the design, and all Taupe Pointe pieces are safe in the microwave and conventional oven.
This 16-piece Taupe Pointe dinnerware set provides service for four diners. Each place setting includes a 10-1/2-inch dinner plate, an 8-1/2-inch salad plate, a 27-ounce soup/cereal bowl, and a 14-ounce mug. The dishes are safe in the dishwasher for easy cleanup, and they can mix and match with Pointe tableware in blue, sage, sand, and mahogany. Pfaltzgraff includes a five-year warranty against defects.
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4 place settings. Place setting includes: 10-1/2-inch dinner plate; 8-1/2-inch luncheon/salad plate; 27-ounce soup/cereal bowl; 14-ounce mug. 16 pieces total.

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Simply Calphalon Nonstick 13-Inch Round Grill Pan Review

I purchased this grill pan based upon it's best-in-class review from Cook's Illustrated.I have no regrets.This pan delivers excellent grill marks to meats and vegetables.I was pleasantly surprised by the large cooking area this round pan offers.In addition to performance, the price of this pan is hard to beat.It's an excellent addition to any kitchen.

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Lodge Pro-Logic Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron 12-Inch Square Grill Pan Review

Purchased this pan to sear roasts before transferring to the oven.I am very happy with the size, the design, and the heft.

The pan measures 12 inches square and includes grill ridges that extend almost to the edge of the cooking surface.The cooking surface has a 3/4-inch tall lip surround.The main handle and assist handle are well sized for the pan and seem sturdy.This pan is heavy.

The pre-seasoning on this pan is pretty decent, but is not as smooth as the type of seasoning you would get after years and years of use.However, it's a good start -- I figure it'll smooth out over time.

When I use this pan, I toss in some salt between the ridges before I put the meat on the pan.The salt helps to absorb and prevent juices, etc. from sticking between the ridges (makes for easier cleanup).And since the salt is between the ridges, the meat never gets salty.Also, I let this pan heat up for a good five minutes before searing.

Cooking with Cast Iron is great, but only if you use it under the correct circumstances.

One of the reasons Cast Iron still has a use in the kitchen is that it has an extremely high heat capacity -- higher than any other metal used in the kitchen -- once you get the pan hot, it stays hot (even if you drop in a cold steak).If you need a pan that can quickly respond to changes in temperature, I'd recommend getting a Stainless Steel pan.

Another point to remember is that Cast Iron is not truly "non stick" -- no matter how much you season it, or how "pre-seasoned" the pan is (or how much the manufacturer claims it is).It is, however, "stick resistant" provided the pan is seasoned and you use enough fat (butter, oil, lard, etc.) while cooking.If you require a non stick surface, then you're probably better off with an Anodized Aluminum pan.

The only down side to using Cast Iron is cleaning it.Cast Iron should never be washed with detergent and should NEVER be washed in the dishwasher.The reason for this is simple -- detergents cause the seasoning to disintegrate.The seasoning on a Cast Iron pan is nothing more than polymerized fat (fat that is solidified in the presence of heat) -- it sounds gross, but its perfectly normal.

I use salt to clean my Cast Iron.After I'm finished cooking, I let the pan cool a bit (to the touch), scrape/wipe out the residue, then rinse it under warm water.Then I pour in a thick helping of table salt and use the backside of a (rinsed) scour sponge to grind the remaining residue out (the salt works like sand paper and doesn't destroy the seasoning).I rinse the pan and repeat with the salt until the salt crystals stay relatively white.Once the cleaned pan is rinsed and dried, I warm it for a few minutes on the stovetop and apply a little oil with a paper towel.The pan is now ready for storage.

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Put restaurant stripes on your grilled favorites like a pro with this 12-inch square cast iron grill pan from the Lodge Pro-Logic line, which features low, slanted sides to make flipping easy. It has an ergonomically curved handle with hole for hanging that's complemented by a helper handle. Cast iron creates superior heat retention, heats evenly, and loves a campfire, unlike flimsier pans. The American-based company Lodge has been fine-tuning its construction of rugged, cast-iron cookware for more than a century. No other metal is as long-lasting and works as well for spreading and retaining heat evenly during cooking. Lodge's Pro-Logic line of cookware comes factory pre-seasoned with the company's vegetable oil formula, and is ready to use right out of the box.
While it comes pre-seasoned to prevent food from sticking, it works best when sprayed or lightly coated with vegetable oil before use. After the meal is done, simply scrub the cast iron with a stiff brush and hot water, no soap, and dry immediately. Lodge covers the sturdy pan with a lifetime limited warranty against defects, and when cared for properly, this virtually indestructible pan should last for generations.

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