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5 voices 12 claims 1 objection
the field company this is 160 and you know those are directionally in and around the same prices for some really nice bespoke cast iron and of course the field and company coming in a little bit cheaper and i think that just has to do with the amount of weight or material of iron actually used in it relative to the…
value tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge
Cites price
The best part is that you can get a Lodge 12-inch cast iron skillet that will last a lifetime for under $30.
value tested it Cheap Cookware That's Actually Worth Buying (And 4 Brands to Avoid)
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Cites durability, price
Besides cast iron skillets, they make enameled cast iron Dutch ovens that perform like Le Creuset but cost much less.
Instead of paying over $400 for a Le Creuset Dutch oven, you can get a Lodge that's made of the same materials and is actually thicker for under $100.
If you want to spend a little bit less, we have a best buy, which is old faithful Lodge cast iron. That's the Lodge 12 inch cast iron skillet.
best in class tested it The Best Cast-Iron Skillets
Cites price
4 voices 8 claims no objections from cookware reviewers
what i want to point out with the smithy is that the lid actually doubles as a skillet or a griddle and that i think is really really cool so it not only is this a lid so if you're baking bread or any other recipe that you're making that actually needs a lid you've got one but if you want to make smash burgers which…
use-case fit tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge
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Cites versatility
In the end, it was one of these pans from a smaller producer that took the top spot. This is the Smithey Ironware number 12.
best in class tested it The Best Cast-Iron Skillets
I recently tested six of the highest-rated cast iron skillets on the market, and according to my tests, Smithey is the best overall. It had the best heat retention, the smoothest non-stick surface, the widest pour spouts, and one of the better-designed handles.
best in class tested it Best Non-Toxic Cookware? I Tested All-Clad, Made In, Le Creuset & More
Cites base and rim, handle, heat retention, non-stick surface
At 105°F, Smithey had the best heat retention, followed by Lodge Classic, Stargazer, a tie between Lodge Chef Collection and Calphalon, and finally, Field, which had the lowest temperature.
performance tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet? I Tested Lodge, Smithey, Field, Stargazer, & Calphalon
Cites heat retention, heating speed, non-stick surface
3:31 supports Valerie Li Stack Cookware Reviewer but for us i actually really like the smithy and the reason for that not just the fact that it's really smooth but i love the extra weight to me it's not a big deal and that's the whole reason that we're cooking with cast iron is to get that thermal capacity and i also love the fact that the lid doubles as a griddle…
best in class tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge
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Cites surface finish, versatility, weight
4 voices 8 claims no objections from cookware reviewers
right off the bat when I looked at this the very first time I'm thinking whoa I love the design of this handle because look how far I can stand away from the Heat and this thing is rounded to where it really don't hurt your hands when you grab a hold of it and it's got this v-notch in here which is going to keep it…
handling tested it Don't Buy a Cast Iron Skillet Without Watching This! Which Cast Iron Brand is Right for You?
Cites handle, heat resistance, weight
here look at here a two-handle deal I really like this deal I do
a shorter handle means it's heavier for you to pick up you ain't got the leverage that you might have over here with this Skillet so that longer handle does help you out some on the weight that it's got
perfectly cooked okay everything is juicy in the middle there's no hard crusty bits even the smaller pieces here haven't been overcooked so now perfectly cooked in the stargazer absolutely amazing
performance tested it Field cast iron skillet vs Stargazer - How do I choose?
Cites even heating, moisture retention, searing and crust
so in the first test onions to onions you know thoroughly cooked through good hot heat um you know really brown these onions up nicely there's lots of flavor developed really caramelize the brought out tons of the flavor of the onion still super juicy in the middle it's really held onto that moisture everything is in…
i found that the results in which i got out of the two pans were very similar i i the end cooking was was impossible to tell the difference
but what i found is that pretty much everything else that i was doing i was leaning towards a stargazer i was finding that the evenness of the heavier weight gave me even a more consistent finish and it slowed the process down even more so i could you know steam the lid on bring the heat way down and just let things…
the field handle is too hot to touch comfortably like i can grab it for a sec where the stargazer handle is great i can use it
handling tested it Field cast iron skillet vs Stargazer - How do I choose?
Cites handle, shape and form
they have a cooling of design here so the way in which this small amount of material comes up to the handle it stops the amount of thermal transfer up into handle you'll see this a lot of time in stainless steel and that works great so that is probably yeah that's kind of hot to touch but you know if i had a cloth i…
i've also found that the usability was tremendous so you'll see that the edges here are really rounded they're edges in um the bottom edge and also the top edge so the splay of the pan is absolutely brilliantly designed
i really enjoyed using the handle helper and i found that the stay cool handle was brilliant and i was never dealing even open flame i use this an open flame outside all the time i wasn't dealing with a hot handle ever i never needed to use a cloth to grab that handle
field stargazer two of the world's highest quality cast iron skillets
best in class tested it Field cast iron skillet vs Stargazer - How do I choose?
but if you're considering between something is as high quality as a field or stargazer i don't have one particular recommendation because they are both such high quality so it really depends on what you're looking for
17:46 supports BobbyGfl Cookware Reviewer so there you have it I love this pan
recommendation tested it Stargazer Cast Iron Skillet
so there you have it I love this pan
thank you Stargazer for a fantastic product
thank you Stargazer for a fantastic product I am very impressed
0:31 supports BobbyGfl Cookware Reviewer so it comes uh wrapped obviously it's not all oily because it's uh been seasoned by them usually when I order pans I order them uh seasoned you know they uh they do them in you know I don't know they they're just always even and and pretty nice
performance tested it Stargazer Cast Iron Skillet
Cites coating, non-stick surface, seasoning durability, surface finish, warp resistance
and they've machined the entire inside so the outside has the traditional texture in fact it's way smoother right out of the right out of the box than you would get on like say a lodge or some other mass produced Skillet
but what they've done is put this Pan on a lathe the entire pan and spun it uh to completely machine the inside so it's very smooth but it's not so smooth that that you would think that it's not going to hold seasoning
and as I'm heating it up to uh take care of that extra seasoning uh the pan doesn't Flex at all stays perfectly flat
oh yeah I can tell already you know you just can't get a fried egg to do this in a Teflon pan I mean look at that this look at that it's like almost almost non-stick I mean it's fantastic
oh yeah I can tell already you know you just can't get a fried egg to do this in a Teflon pan I mean look at that this look at that it's like almost almost non-stick I mean it's fantastic
Overall, it cooks as well or better than any cast iron I've tested.
best in class tested it Stargazer Cast Iron Review: Is This $145 Skillet Better Than a $30 Lodge?
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3 voices 9 claims 1 objection
Along with Misen, Le Creuset handles have the widest openings.
handling tested it Best Dutch Oven? I Tested Le Creuset, Staub, Lodge & More
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Cites ease of cleaning, handle, heat resistance, lid, weight
Because of that and the lightweight design, it's by far the easiest Dutch oven to pick up, wash, and store.
The lid has ridges that prevent a spoon from slipping off
the knob has a wide top and a thick stem, which makes it easy to grip and control
In my test, both knobs stayed cooler than most other brands, but the plastic knob barely heated up at all.
the plastic knob barely heated up at all
I love Le Creuset's color options, lightweight design, and large handles.
I love Le Creuset's color options, lightweight design, and large handles.
1:00 supports Liz Cookware Reviewer all four ovens scored a perfect 10 out of 10 for heat retention and evenness of cooking
performance tested it Amazon Basics vs Lodge vs Staub vs Le Creuset Dutch Ovens
Cites even heating, heat retention, non-stick surface
the L cruset Lodge and stove have a non-stick enamel finish over the interior and exterior of the pots Amazon does not have enamel but instead is pre-seasoned lay cruset and Lodge each scored Perfect 10 out of 10 however we did notice some veggies sticking to the bottom of both the stove and Amazon dutch ovens while…
After speaking with their customer service, I confirmed that they cover the enamel for life. So, if 10 years down from now under normal circumstances, you see a chip in the enamel they'll replace the Dutch oven for free.
repairability relaying someone else Don't Buy Le Creuset Until You Watch This (Test Results)
Cites warranty
After posting that video, dozens of people commented that Le Creuset does the same, and as the customer service rep confirmed, they were right.
Although the performance is great, the same could be said for much cheaper Dutch ovens, especially since they’re all made with the materials - cast iron with an enamel coating.
value tested it Don't Buy Le Creuset Until You Watch This (Test Results)
Cites price (against)
Le Creuset Dutch ovens are significantly more expensive than brands like Lodge, Tramontina, and many others. And based on my testing, you’re not getting any meaningful advantages in performance.
6:33 supports MQ Cookware Reviewer you get the same flawless enamel quality as Staub but over 20 color options and a beautiful two-toned gradient that the brand has become known for
appearance tested it Best Dutch Oven? I Tested Le Creuset, Staub, Lodge & More
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Cites appearance, coating
a beautiful two-toned gradient that the brand has become known for
3 voices 8 claims 1 objection
field stargazer two of the world's highest quality cast iron skillets
best in class tested it Field cast iron skillet vs Stargazer - How do I choose?
but if you're considering between something is as high quality as a field or stargazer i don't have one particular recommendation because they are both such high quality so it really depends on what you're looking for
when we did our unboxing video they sent us an 8 I love the skillet I do
recommendation owns and uses it daily Field Company Cast Iron Skillet Follow Up Review
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but I will tell you what they done went and done they don't went and went to making a 10-inch skillet now I've had this about a week and I love this rascal
but when I run my hand across it it was the smooth finish
performance owns and uses it daily Field Company Cast Iron Skillet Follow Up Review
Kent Rollins was given the product.
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Cites non-stick surface, surface finish
so I fried me some bacon in there without doing a thing to it I just washed it out good with hot water dried it put that bacon in there it wasn't no sticking it wasn't like heated meaning something other ovens where I had to get to a putty knife a chisel and a hammer to knock it off there no it was good
what I put in there a scrambled egg and folks I was amazed there was no sticking like them egg whites will do too to where you can't even get them out of there
but also when I look down at it I've seen the thickness of the walls it reminded me so much of an old Griswold or an old piece of Wagner ware
durability owns and uses it daily Field Company Cast Iron Skillet Follow Up Review
Kent Rollins was given the product.
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Cites build quality, ease of cleaning, seasoning durability
the more you use it the better it is going to become to you the slicker it's going to get the better finish it has
now what I have found that really helps these new skillets a whole lot deep fry you something in for you enough grease in there that you can fry something I cook me some deep fried chili rellenos in them I'll deep fry some fishing deep fry some potatoes in it really works good on seasoning easy to clean up that away…
they finish quicker and smoother than any of that other iron I ever used unless you get back to the Griswold in the Wagner so many years ago
On the negative side, it has the worst heat retention of all the cast iron skillets I've tested, which means it cools down faster when you add cold ingredients.
performance tested it Field Company Review: Best Lightweight Cast Iron?
Cites heat retention (against), heating speed (against)
Since it heats up so fast, you can easily overcook your food if you're not paying attention.
it's incredibly lightweight at just 5.5 lb, and because the construction is thinner than most cast iron skillets, it heats up much faster.
performance tested it Field Company Review: Best Lightweight Cast Iron?
Cites heating speed, non-stick surface, stovetop compatibility
I tested it against Lodge, Calphalon, and Stargazer, and it was the fastest to boil water on both induction and electric cooktops.
It has a smooth polished cooking surface that provides excellent non-stick performance, especially for eggs.
3 voices 7 claims 2 objections
so you know Matt fur I would give you know a big big thumbs up I think they're tremendous I love that they have non-vivided handles onto the pans the shape of them of course are ideal I really enjoy that they the handles don't have epoxy on them and they can easily just go straight into the oven they're great
recommendation tested it DEEP DIVE! Testing the New Matfer Carbon Steel Induction Ready Pans
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really happy with these map for pans I would say to me for good carbon steel that's a 10 out of 10. I would highly highly recommend them
I loved this pan so much that when I was testing it, before I was even done, I was like, "I want this pan," and I ordered one for myself, which I never do. So I've had mine for several years and I love it. I cook in it all the time.
durability owns and uses it daily Are Carbon Steel Pans Really The Best? | Gear Heads
We tested eight pans, and believe me, they were not all good. Some of them were real clunky, some really just never took to seasoning. They had sides that were too high, really off in balance. They just were not worth it. This one's our favorite. It's Matfer Bourgeat 11 7/8-inch Black Steel Frying Pan.
best in class tested it Are Carbon Steel Pans Really The Best? | Gear Heads
and if this is a pan that gets you out of non-stick then my job's done so that's why I'm telling you about these pants today
use-case fit tested it DEEP DIVE! Testing the New Matfer Carbon Steel Induction Ready Pans
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Cites induction compatible
if you're on induction I'm leaning this way you know even though I'm a mineral B seller I sell the product this if I'm going to sell something in the future is the way I'm going to go for induction because this is proving itself as the right pan for induction
they now are putting into a plastic bag and coming with a little moisture absorbent um little pillow inside to allow you to get a pan that is basically raw from the factory so seasoning should be a lot easier
performance tested it DEEP DIVE! Testing the New Matfer Carbon Steel Induction Ready Pans
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Cites coating, ease of cleaning, handle, heat control, heat resistance, induction compatible, maintenance, non-stick surface, oven safe, shape and form, warp resistance
and the thing that's great with the matte fur is that the handle can go into whatever temperature into the oven we want
it now is kind of kind of turned like a golden orange color because it's oxidizing a little bit so it's very obvious that that pan is being exposed the raw metal is being exposed to the air
and now the new matte fur come without anything on them they're really nice and easy to clean
but this guy is definitely you know non-stick on there there's no doubt about that right
so looking at these two pans we've got that this was the first time that I ever cooked on them you know that you know nothing's really stuck on here
this guy here behaved a lot better in being at a preheat of 250 previously like I was saying I was at 250 preheat it looked like I got too hot I went down it got too cool and it wasn't a great result this guy's looking quite perfect at the moment sitting at 250
so that's a really nice result right there doing its thing induction burner gets a little bit mad when you do that this guy here same thing so great result okay so definitely that factor of that first cook with a new pan you know seedling that surface definitely helps so our second result here is really great
right now there is zero spinning from this is the one that was abused this is the one that was not and they are not spinning whatsoever
okay so clean and cool cool zero spinning so that is great that cheap what I think is kind of crappy induction cooktop I have been able to make spinners out of other carbon steel with that cooktop um it does make spinners these guys didn't that's a tremendous result so super stoked
so you know Matt fur I would give you know a big big thumbs up I think they're tremendous I love that they have non-vivided handles onto the pans the shape of them of course are ideal I really enjoy that they the handles don't have epoxy on them and they can easily just go straight into the oven they're great
so you know Matt fur I would give you know a big big thumbs up I think they're tremendous I love that they have non-vivided handles onto the pans the shape of them of course are ideal I really enjoy that they the handles don't have epoxy on them and they can easily just go straight into the oven they're great
3 voices 6 claims no objections from cookware reviewers
first i want to talk about the finex it has this beautiful coiled steel handle and the reason for that is this coil design not only does it look great
appearance tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge
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Cites appearance, handle, shape and form
and you can actually see right here on the back of the pan they've got a really nice design that pays homage to that origin
now the next thing i want to compare is just the overall style or aesthetic of these skillets and the standout for me is going to be the finex there this octagonal shape i think looks really great i love the steel coiled handle it's just something really unique that sets that skillet apart from the others
it is a great piece of cast iron to me really if you're sitting on the table full of something to eat and you want to make a statement and you set this out there that is a statement piece it is
appearance tested it Don't Buy a Cast Iron Skillet Without Watching This! Which Cast Iron Brand is Right for You?
Cites appearance, handle
you want to make a statement this is the piece I mean a great different unique design that I've never seen on a piece of cast iron and the handle I mean it is the talking point of the kitchen but also the dining table because this thing is fancy enough to serve right out of it is
but it actually prevents this handle from warming up no matter how long we've cooked for using this skillet this handle won't get hot at all
handling tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge
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Cites heat resistance, lid, shape and form
now going to the finex you might not see an obvious spout but because of this octagonal shape that they have to the pan you can actually use any of these edges as a pour spout and you won't get anything that drips out so that's a pretty cool feature there
so the finex comes with a lid you don't have to worry about fumbling around and finding a lid that will fit that shape
you rub your finger just along the base of the skillet there that is absolutely smooth just like glass
performance tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge
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Cites heating speed, surface finish
not surprisingly because the field and the finex were actually the lightest pans they heated up the fastest and in that initial three or so minutes on the burner we actually got both of those up to around 320 to 325 degrees while the smithy and the lodge only heated up to 200 in the case of the smithy and 225 in the…
8:36 supports Luis J. Cookware Reviewer so overall this number 10 has done wonderful it's held up seasoning really well it's cooked really well besides that small little defect with my time that it tends to warp I've had no issues and uh as you know as I said it cooked my breakfast beautifully and I'm happy with it so two years it's done great I'm happy and…
best in class owns and uses it daily Cast Iron Wednesday: 2 Year Review of the Finex No. 10 Skillet
Cites seasoning durability
3 voices 5 claims no objections from cookware reviewers
I can honestly tell you that the first time my wife and I cooked on the Heritage steel pans there was a flavor component that we had been missing for the last 18 19 months while using hexclad the crust the my art effect the golden brown whatever you want to call it that we are getting out of these pans for our food is…
performance owns and uses it daily Our Journey From Hexclad to Stainless Steel
Cites ease of cleaning, flavour impact
and then if there are moments where you get some food stuck on your pan it h for us so far they have scraped off very easily just with a silicone spatula or with a wooden spoon
It's one of the best values because it performs similarly to All-Clad, but it's less expensive, has a titanium-strengthened cooking surface, and because of the grinding and polishing they do by hand, the edges are noticeably smoother.
value tested it Is Heritage Steel the Best American-Made Cookware? My Honest Review
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Cites price
Based on my testing, it's one of the best stainless steel brands on the market.
best in class tested it Is Heritage Steel the Best American-Made Cookware? My Honest Review
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3:01 supports AllAmerican․org Cookware Reviewer earns commission on this and one of the things I really love about Heritage steel is that it's fully non-toxic they don't use any Coatings there's no chemical stuff or pfas in there it's just high quality cladded steel
performance tested it Heritage Steel: Best American Made Stainless Steel Cookware?
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Cites coating, heat resistance, oven safe, safety
speaking of safe to use they're also oven safe up to 800° F and also safe in the broer
3 voices 4 claims no objections from cookware reviewers
0:30 supports Tom's Kitchen Cookware Reviewer the buyer mineral B is my favorite pan so for those of you that want a straight up answer to which one I personally like more there you have it the video is over the mineral B wins
comparison owns and uses it daily Why de Buyer Is A Better Carbon Steel Pan Than Matfer
he decided to give the buyer a try and instantly understood what I meant even with the seasoning process I think
2 voices 14 claims 1 objection
I also appreciate the flat lid design, which lets you rest a spoon on top or add ice to make the lid cold and quickly turn steam back into liquid before it can escape.
use-case fit tested it Best Dutch Oven? I Tested Le Creuset, Staub, Lodge & More
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Cites availability, lid
Staub offers 10 different sizes and 15 colors - only one other brand, which I'll talk about next, offers more colors.
Staub's flat self-basting lid is fantastic
The enamel finish is flawless, and the whole pot has a truly high-end look and feel, as it should at this price point.
appearance tested it Best Dutch Oven? I Tested Le Creuset, Staub, Lodge & More
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Cites appearance, coating
The enamel finish is flawless, and the whole pot has a truly high-end look and feel, as it should at this price point.
with Staub, the construction quality is outstanding
reliability tested it Best Dutch Oven? I Tested Le Creuset, Staub, Lodge & More
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Cites build quality
In my controlled experiments, Staub had the best heat retention score of all brands
performance tested it Best Dutch Oven? I Tested Le Creuset, Staub, Lodge & More
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Cites heat retention, moisture retention
the flat lid and self-basting dimples resulted in excellent moisture distribution
0:30 supports Liz Cookware Reviewer 0:30 supports Liz Cookware Reviewer stobe's lid knobs are made out of steel with nickel or brass exterior they are oven safe up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit and get extremely hot whether you're cooking on the stove or in the oven
performance tested it Does Staub Outperform Le Creuset? My Tests Reveal the Truth
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Cites heat resistance, heat retention, lid, moisture retention
stove Lids have small bumps that capture evaporated liquid and drip it evenly across the center of the pot luxurusa lids are smooth
not only did the stove lid distribute the water droplets more evenly but the lid also captured significantly more water
these results confirm that the design of stove Lids traps and distributes moisture better than Le Creuset so yes the bumps on the lid really do make a difference
stove retained 56 ounces and Le Creuset retained only 52 ounces although both dutch ovens retained most of the moisture stove is superior to Le Creuset in this category
but there's a lot to like about stove dutch ovens too they're thicker and heavier which allows them to retain heat and moisture better
So, if you’re looking for a thoughtfully designed, high-performing Dutch oven for soups, stews, braises, and other slow-cooked meals, Staub is one of the best brands.
best in class tested it Staub Dutch Oven Review: Is It Better Than Le Creuset? (Test Results)
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So should you buy a Staub Dutch oven? Is it worth the high price? In my opinion, yes. As my testing proved, its thick walls and tight fitting lid retains heat better than the competition, and its self-basting lid distributes moisture back over the pot much more evenly than a domed lid with no bumps.
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One of my favorite features is their flat lid. Since the lid isn’t sloped like most Dutch ovens, you can place ice on top without it sliding off. When the hot steam from inside the pot makes contact with the cold surface of the lid, it quickly condenses back into liquid, dripping back into the pot. This design ensures…
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Staub Dutch ovens are thicker and heavier than most. The 5.5-quart Dutch oven has 4 mm walls and weighs 12.8 pounds. For comparison, the Le Creuset 5.5-quart Dutch oven has 3.6 mm walls and weighs 11.5 pounds. The added thickness and weight allow these pots to retain heat exceptionally well.
I brought 32 ounces of water to a boil then removed the pot from the heat and let it cool on the counter. After ten minutes, the water was 136°F. And after 20 minutes, the water was 111°F. I repeated this test with Tramontina, Lodge, Le Creuset, and Great Jones Dutch ovens and, as you can see, Staub retains heat…
When I lifted the lids, the paper towel under the Staub lid was dotted with water droplets, evenly spread out. The paper towel under the Le Creuset lid had fewer droplets, and they weren't as evenly distributed. This simple test proved that the small dimples on the Staub lid do, in fact, work.
When I finally lifted the lid and measured the remaining water, Staub retained almost the full 32 ounces. I ran the same test with Lodge, Tramontina, Le Creuset, and Great Jones and Staub outperformed them all.
they have the smallest overall depth and length of all Dutch ovens I tested
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the knob diameter is also the smallest in the group
One downside is that the lid knob got extremely hot during testing, with the second-highest temperature of all brands.
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10:04 supports MQ Cookware Reviewer Demeyere Atlantis is the best of the best. Each piece is carefully crafted with the highest quality materials and a thoughtful design process.
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After the water boiled, I took each pan off the heat and measured the water temperature after 10 minutes. Demeyere Atlantis retained the most heat, again thanks to its super thick construction.
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Cites heat retention
To get a second read on heat retention, I heated each pan until the center reached 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, I quickly removed it from the heat and measured the temperature in the center of the pan after 5 and 10 minutes. While the All-Clad, Made In, and Hestan pans performed similarly, the Demeyere Atlantis pan…
Pans in the Atlantis collection have a 3-layer steel bottom that they call TriplInduct. Since steel is magnetic and ultra-durable, having three layers of steel at the bottom of each pan provides better efficiency on induction cooktops and ensures the cookware will never warp.
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Out of 19 pans, Demeyere Atlantis had the highest water temperature after 5 minutes and tied for highest after 10 minutes.
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2:31 supports MQ Cookware Reviewer I will say that the quality of these pans, the quality of the metal of these pans, are obviously very high. You can just tell by looking at them and feeling them.
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really really good pans as I've said many times before. I still really enjoy using them even at almost 5 years.
With both collections, Demeyere welds their handles to the pan instead of attaching them with rivets, so the cooking surface is completely smooth. Rivets tend to collect grime and become discolored, so the rivetless design makes cleaning much easier.
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Secondly, it makes the cookware 30 percent more efficient on induction cooktops. Induction cooktops only work with cookware that's made of magnetic materials. Steel is magnetic and since Atlantis pans have three layers of steel on the bottom, they work faster and more efficiently on induction.
Both collections retain heat well but due to its additional layers, thickness, and sheer weight, the Atlantis collection absorbs and retains heat better than Industry.
I repeated this test with several other pans and as you can see in the results Demeyere Atlantis retained heat better than every other pan after five minutes, and they tied with Made In after 10 minutes.
Atlantis cookware is more forgiving which makes it easier to cook with Because it's thicker and retains heat better, the temperature doesn't fluctuate as much while you're cooking and adding and removing ingredients. You won't burn your food if you accidentally turn the heat too high. It heats slowly and steadily.
Its thick 7-ply construction allows it to heat evenly and retain heat better than almost any other cookware.
Another downside to Demeyere’s thick construction is that it takes a while to heat up. Compared to 19 other pans, the Demeyere Atlantis took the longest to boil two cups of water.
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So, you know, as a usable pan, I would say over my copper pan that this is even more of a usable pan.
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But, you know, for my trusted Duboet, you know, the Mineral B and the Mineral B Pro, um, you know, I think it fits in there beautifully.
especially if you're thinking about giving it to somebody, it's absolutely fantastic.
Overwhelmingly, people really enjoy the pan and it's doing what they want it to do
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This guy is conducting more heat. More heat's being pulled into it. So, it is a little bit of a hotter pan.
I had brought this down just cooking this on a one out of 10. So really, really gentle heat just to get a nice even fry.
Uh, but you know what it's done in such a short time I think is completely adequate.
Uh, but you know what it's done in such a short time I think is completely adequate.
So, I think it look great. Made in pan here. Little bit residue. Really nothing much. And residue, nothing on there.
So, I think it look great. Made in pan here. Little bit residue. Really nothing much. And residue, nothing on there.
It's got that that micro texture on it, which is a a purpose thing done by Maiden. They do several different finishings to the pan to give it a texture and then they season that to grab hold of that texture to make sure that it works incredibly well and that it stands up really well.
So, the seasoning that I've done from cooking has worked out great with a simple egg test.
But the heat is down on the maiden pan. But I would say that that pan is cooking a nice delicate crepe beautifully.
I am finding that using this seasoning that they've done and the the finish has worked out really really nicely. It's really even and it works beautifully. So I have no problem with how that pan has finished up. Like it's it's seasoning beautifully.
So, you know, the ease of maintenance to what they've done makes it great.
there's now a lot of reviews online from the previous 9-in pan that was launched a a year ago and they've got 4.6 six out of five stars.
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I love what they've done with this pan. They've replicated an old pan and what is old is new. And to me, that is a beautiful thing in cookware.
So, this is, you know, a a celebration of the history of cookware that Maiden has done. And I think that is a absolutely tremendous thing.
So, I'm a fan. I think what they've done is amazing.
And they had created this small run of this amazing looking pan.
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9-in beautiful pan and it was sold out.
superficially, I'm in love with this pan. Like the first time I saw that amazing Ferrari in Ferris Beer's Day Off car that I could not get out of my head. This pan is the same to me.
this pan is in brilliant, brilliant shape. It's hardly any carbon buildup. It's just such a beautiful, beautiful pan.
this pan is in brilliant, brilliant shape. It's hardly any carbon buildup. It's just such a beautiful, beautiful pan.
Like, you know, this guy is wonderfully uniform in its in its color, and that's already started that way. So, it looks beautiful to start with.
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0:00 supports Steamy (Test) Kitchen Cookware Reviewer this is a review of the Heston copper bond 10 piece set the most premium cookware I have ever cooked with
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this is definitely my dream cookware set
0:30 supports Steamy (Test) Kitchen Cookware Reviewer Of the eight pans I tested, Hestan CopperBond heated the fastest, followed by All-Clad Copper Core.
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After one minute, Made In and Hestan CopperBond had the highest temperature in the center, but Hestan ProBond and Hestan ProBond TITUM heated the most evenly.
After three minutes, All-Clad Copper Core, Hestan CopperBond, and Hestan ProBond were the hottest in the center, but All-Clad D3 had the most uniform temperature.
Mauviel M'Heritage M200CI
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0:30 supports John Cookware Reviewer And they're remarkably non-stick. Sloppy Joe's slide right off. Scrambled eggs slide off. hamburger, chicken, anything we have put on it over the last 18 months easily slides right off.
performance owns and uses it daily 18 months with Gordon Ramsay's Hexclad cookware, was it worth it?🤔
Owned 18 months
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Getting back to the non-stick surface, another added benefit is how easy they are to clean. I don't think anything can provide more proof about their ease of cleaning than their still like new appearance 18 months after their first use.
0:00 supports John Cookware Reviewer but for me I don't want to have to replace my pots and pans every 18 to 20 months because the non-stick coating is wearing off on them so I won't be using these anymore I'm going to be switching to like a stainless steel all clad type of pot and pan and I'm not really sure what brand to buy yet
recommendation used to own one I Can't Recommend HEXCLAD Pots & Pans Anymore :(
so after all of that I have decided that hexclad pans are not right for me and therefore I don't recommend them on my channel anymore
Made In Stainless Steel
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So is Made In cookware worth buying? In my opinion, yes.
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Made In is not cheap, but it's significantly less expensive than brands like All-Clad, Demeyere, and Hestan.
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Fortunately, they offer a generous 45-day return policy so if you get it in the mail and you don't like it you can return it.
But the best part about Made In is that the prices are fair. It's not the most affordable brand, but for quality fully-clad stainless steel cookware that's made in the United States and Italy, it's an excellent value.
If you're looking for lightweight pans, you'll be disappointed. Made In pans are built solid with thick heavy walls. The 12-inch fry pan weighs over three pounds.
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It's exactly what you want in stainless steel cookware. It heats up fast and evenly, retains heat well, has large comfortable handles, an attractive brushed exterior, and it's built to last.
Thanks to its three millimeter thick five-ply construction, it does a fantastic job searing, browning, and frying.
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First and foremost, Made In stainless steel performs as well or better than any other cookware I've tested. That includes much more expensive brands like All-Clad and Demeyere.
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Hestan NanoBond
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However, Hestan does offer a combination of features that most brands don’t. And with its ultra-smooth surface, NanoBond is one of the most unique cookware collections I’ve tested.
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NanoBond is the smoothest pan I’ve tested. It not only looks and feels smoother than standard stainless steel pans, but you can hear it. When you rub your fingers over the surface, it’s much quieter.
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In terms of actual cooking, it has slightly better non-stick properties than a typical stainless steel pan. But you still need to preheat the pan and add some oil or butter to prevent sticking. And if you don't get the heat right or don't add enough fat, eggs will stick just like they do with any other stainless steel…
I did the same thing on the NanoBond pan. This time, there were no scratches at all. To make sure I wasn't missing anything, I rubbed another spot on the NanoBond pan, and again, no scratches.
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Cites base and rim, dishwasher safe, maintenance
Instead of exposed rims that can become sharp after washing in the dishwasher and lead to the bonded layers splitting, Hestan NanoBond and ProBond pans have sealed rims. So you can clean these pans in the dishwasher without any concerns.
and you can easily remove them with white vinegar. Just add a splash, swirl with water, scrub, and rinse.
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For most people, D3 is the best option. It's less expensive, heats up faster, and has that traditional shiny appearance.
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Demeyere Atlantis Proline
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Fissler Original-Profi
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The Fissler Original-Profi had only a 4° difference between the center and the edge. That's not just better than every pan in this group—it's the most even heat distribution I've ever measured, and I've tested over 60 brands.
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Cites even heating, heat retention
However, there is now a new benchmark. After 5 minutes, the Fissler Original-Profi was still at 176°F—17° hotter than Demeyere.
If you're looking for a stainless steel pan that heats evenly and retains heat well, Fissler Original-Profi is the best you can buy.
Demeyere Proline
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10:04 supports MQ Cookware Reviewer 4:01 objects MQ Cookware Reviewer they are expensive, right? Especially if you live outside the EU. For example, the price here in New Zealand just for this 24 cm is over $500, right? And that's quite frankly ludicrous.
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with that 20 20 cm model, you are really not getting any value for your money, so I would stay away from that one.
2:31 supports MQ Cookware Reviewer I will say that the quality of these pans, the quality of the metal of these pans, are obviously very high. You can just tell by looking at them and feeling them.
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really really good pans as I've said many times before. I still really enjoy using them even at almost 5 years.
Hestan ProBond TITUM
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But, if you’re looking for a non-stick pan, I don’t recommend buying Hestan ProBond TITUM.
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Marquette cast iron skillet
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My overall pick for just best in design is I'm gonna have to go with the Marquette just because of the way it feels in my hand and the way that I know it performs and the two poor spouts
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Cites ergonomics, handle, seasoning durability, shape and form, surface finish
if we had to pick a winner on a handle that was most comfortable to your hand it would be the Marquette
next we're going to go to Marquette this review not long ago to me this was the smoothest Skillet coming to me of anyone that I got out of the bunch
so my overall winner for seasoning is eeny meeny miny mo is going to be the Marquette because to me it had the smoothest glossiest finish when I got it and accepted seasoning the easiest
when I first picked this up right out of the box I'm thinking feels like a Wagner or a Griswold into me just the way it sort of felt it's got a light weight to it and look here right off the bat two poor spouts now I really do like that I do
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Cites appearance, shape and form, surface finish, weight
we get down to the Marquette to me the thing that really just stood out most of all to me what is the closest resemblance to the old cast iron I'm talking Griswolds and Wagner's to me it was the closest design to it and had this finish that was just like they used to have on them
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These handles are similar to Made In handles, except they fork right before the body of the pan to disperse heat and keep the handle cool.
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There's a small bump underneath to warn you when your hand is getting too close to the heat.
I strongly prefer the flatter design of the Eater series handle because it's less likely to rotate but is still comfortable.
Viking PureGlide Pro
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So, the short answer is yes, it definitely is worth buying.
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This pan is not cheap, but if you want non-stick performance without worrying about the surface wearing out, this is worth buying.
Besides these control tests, I've been cooking eggs, meat, and other sticky foods with this pan almost every day for the past four months, and I've tried different combinations of fat and heat. What I found is that butter makes the biggest difference. When I use butter or a mix of oil and butter, the results are…
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There were some white marks that looked concerning at first, but it turned out to just be metal dust from the utensils transferring onto the pan. It wiped right off with no permanent damage.
Next, I took a serrated steak knife, attached two magnets weighing 130 g, and rubbed it across the pan 15 times, and there were still no scratches or damage.
After that, I put a heavyduty Scotch-Brite sponge green side down on the pan, placed the 5lb weight on top, and pushed it back and forth 20 times. Again, there was no damage.
After all that, I wanted to see if any of these tests affected the non-stick performance. So, I ran the same egg test again with a half teaspoon of oil and 2 grams of butter. And fortunately, the egg didn't stick at all.
After all three rounds, the Viking showed zero signs of pitting or corrosion.
But the Viking handled the worst case scenario without any damage at all.
The titanium surface doesn't scratch, and after 4 months of almost daily use, it performs exactly the same as day one.
The Viking wipes clean easily with no residue buildup, and because of that, the performance hasn't changed.
The egg slid around with just a shake of the pan. I didn't need to loosen it with the spatula at all.
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I ran the same test with several other titanium pans and a stainless steel pan, and they all performed well, but Viking was the sickest.
I also cooked pancakes on each pan with a little butter. Viking passed this test easily, as did the other pans.
Without any butter, the pancake didn't stick to Viking, but it did stick a little bit to some of the others.
In terms of evenness, after 2 minutes on medium heat, the gap between the center and the outer edge was only 35°. The average gap for a pan like this is around 80°. Because of this, food browns evenly across the whole surface instead of darkening in the center and staying pale around the edges.
Beyond the numbers, the real world cooking experience has been excellent. It sears well. It cooks evenly edge to edge, and the temperature stays steady. It doesn't get too hot too fast and burn your food, and it doesn't lose heat the second you add something cold. It's a very easy pan to control and it's enjoyable to…
The non-stick performance is excellent.
Cuisinart MultiClad Pro
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Cuisinart is best known for its small appliances like food processors and toasters, but their MultiClad Pro cookware collection is one of the best low-cost stainless steel options.
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Misen 7qt Dutch oven with grill pan lid
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The grill pan lid retained the most liquid of all nine Dutch ovens I tested
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the ridges on the grill pan lid collect and redistribute moisture evenly over the pot
when you use the grill pan lid, the entire Dutch oven weighs close to 17 lbs, which makes it the heaviest by far
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Cites handle (against), weight (against)
the grill pan doesn't have a knob, so it can be tricky to lift
Amazon Basics pre-seasoned cast iron Dutch oven
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1:00 supports Liz Cookware Reviewer 3:30 supports Liz Cookware Reviewer Made In saute pan
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The other thing that mattered was the height of the sides. These are about two and a half inches.
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The third thing we really loved was this low handle. It was a nice level handle and it was comfortable to grip. Has this little bit of a dent in it that really helps you grab it when you're pouring out sauces and things. It actually stays rooted in your hand.
They're both made of stainless steel and they're fully clad. So they have stainless steel, aluminum and stainless steel sheets that are bonded together before the pan is made. So you get nice even cooking with no hotspots.
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This one really did stand out from the pack because it had a few things that we loved. One is that the cooking surface is nice and broad. This is really important because if it's too narrow meat is crowded when you're browning it. So this broad cooking surface really did matter. Greens cooked quicker because they…
Matfer copper frying pan
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Lodge Essential Enamel
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If you're looking for the best value, I recommend the Lodge Essential Enamel Dutch oven.
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It has a large knob and handles, a warranty that covers chips and cracks, and a reasonable price.
If you're looking for the best value, I recommend the Lodge Essential Enamel Dutch oven.
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Made In dutch oven
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In my controlled experiments, Made In had the second-best heat retention, the second-best moisture retention, and the lowest knob temperature, and it didn't chip from my durability test.
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In my controlled experiments, Made In had the second-best heat retention, the second-best moisture retention, and the lowest knob temperature, and it didn't chip from my durability test.
On top of that, it performs excellently in real-world testing.
in the $200 to $300 price range, Made In has a more functional knob and performed better in my tests
the handles stick out further than any Dutch oven I tested, giving you plenty of room to grip
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I also love the lid knob, which has the widest diameter of the group.
In my controlled experiments, Made In had the second-best heat retention, the second-best moisture retention, and the lowest knob temperature, and it didn't chip from my durability test.
I really like Made In's large knob, big handles, and wide cooking surface.
in the $200 to $300 price range, Made In has a more functional knob and performed better in my tests
HexClad cookware
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about a month ago I posted a video called called I can't recommend hexclad cookware anymore and in that video I mentioned how almost all of the claims made by hexclad were pretty much just marketing
recommendation used to own one Our Journey From Hexclad to Stainless Steel
spoiler yes hexclad will eventually fall apart on you whether you use it exactly how it's marketed or even if you baby it with a pair of white gloves
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Cites coating durability (against), durability (against), scratch resistance (against)
you can make it last as long as you can don't use metal utensils on it even though they say you can and that it's safe it's not don't stick them in the dishwasher don't cook with them at high temperatures and you'll pretty much be fine if you can get three to five years out of them I'd say you're probably winning the…
don't use metal utensils on it even though they say you can and that it's safe it's not
that nonstick PTFE coating Teflon coating that they put on there will eventually wear off and the tricky part here is you don't actually notice when it starts starts to become unviable you may eventually notice that it peeled off or flaked off or chipped off or scratched off yes but PTFE or Teflon can start to degrade…
Lodge enameled cast iron Dutch oven
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I'm going to give this guy a 90% thumbs up on the pro side.
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But I am glad I have one of them in my Battery Deuisine now. They crank out a ton of delicious food. I think they have a nice look and design. They're made in America.
Um, I really like mine. I'm giving it a 90% thumbs up.
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Tramontina Professional collection
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While I'm a fan of the Tri-Ply Clad collection, Tramontina is best known for the Professional collection, which was named the best non-stick pan by The New York Times.
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Great Jones oval Dutch oven
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While it looks nice, it's not nearly as functional as a traditional circular knob. You can only fit two fingers, which makes it difficult to lift and control the heavy lid.
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Similarly, I'm not a fan of the looped side handles. Compared to the other Dutch ovens, the design is very basic, and they're not long enough to comfortably fit four fingers.
the Great Jones lid handle is a deal-breaker for me
Lodge 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
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0:30 supports Liz Cookware Reviewer the lodge 6q enameled cast iron Dutch oven is a versatile and durable piece of cookware known for its ability to retain and distribute heat evenly
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Cites even heating, non-stick surface, ease of cleaning, even heating, heat retention
all four ovens scored a perfect 10 out of 10 for heat retention and evenness of cooking
the L cruset Lodge and stove have a non-stick enamel finish over the interior and exterior of the pots Amazon does not have enamel but instead is pre-seasoned lay cruset and Lodge each scored Perfect 10 out of 10 however we did notice some veggies sticking to the bottom of both the stove and Amazon dutch ovens while…
while the lodge was a pretty quick cleanup there was some Browning we noticed from the oven that didn't come out when cleaning taking it down to a 7 out of 10
Made In 10-piece cookware set
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Strata carbon steel pan
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Demeyere saucepan
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7:02 objects MQ Cookware Reviewer this pan it desperately desperately needs a helper handle, which it does not have. So, the pan is already quite heavy, and if you got it full of water or liquid, that can weigh up to 5 kg, and it's very difficult to maneuver this with just one hand.
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Le Creuset enameled cast iron skillet
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Made In Stainless Clad Saute Pan
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Hestan ProBond Forged
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Fissler M5-Pro Ply
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Anolon EverLast N2
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The water from the Misen and Anolon came out completely clear, but the water from Strata was cloudy with a yellow tint, which means bits of the seasoning layer were breaking down and leaching into the liquid.
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Anolon was by far the fastest to heat, but that means it's also very easy to overheat.
When I preheated it slower, it worked fine.
Next, I cut the fat in half, using just a half teaspoon of oil and 2 g of butter. Again, all three pans handled it without sticking.
Then I tested pancakes with a light layer of butter. Misen and Anolon released cleanly, but Strata had some slight sticking.
Misen and Anolon were both impressively nonstick right out of the box, and they've stayed that way for months.
To be totally honest with you, this was one of the toughest reviews I've ever done because all three pans perform really well, and they're all priced pretty much the same.
Farberware Classic collection
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Ninja NeverStick
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Ninja NeverStick is an affordable non-stick collection that’s worth buying for one main reason.
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All those things are great, but the main reason to buy these pans is because they come with a 10-year warranty that covers the performance of the non-stick coating.
Caraway 6.5qt Dutch oven
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This Dutch oven performs fine in cooking tests but poorly in my controlled experiments.
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It had the second-worst heat retention and the worst moisture retention
It had the second-worst heat retention and the worst moisture retention
despite the flat lid and self-basting dimples, evaporation runs to the edges and doesn't drip over the middle of the pot
Tramontina 5 1/2 qt Dutch oven
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It had the worst heat retention score
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the ridges under the lid that are supposed to redistribute moisture evenly over the pot don't really do anything