Emile Henry Tarte Tatins Review

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(More customer reviews)I have one small Emile Henry Flame pot which I ADORE, and really wanted to try more. This set is truly FANTABULOUS!!!! The flame piece is basically a SKILLET, which makes this apparently very specialized piece of cookware amazingly VERSATILE, as you can use it for anything you would use a skillet for - except you can microwave it, put it in the dishwasher, and in the fridge. Clean up is a breeze, especially if you don't burn things in it. I in fact messed up the initial seasoning process and burned the milk you are supposed to simmer onto the tarte tatin pan. It looked terrible, it burned for a while and created a thick black crust on one third of the pan. Not only it came off with (a fair amount) of elbow grease and a green pad, but after simmering some rice and water in the pan immediately after cleaning it off, and then boiling some water in it, there was no residue burn flavor in the pan whatsoever. I really do not recommend doing that, in fact next time I season a new EH (which I certainly will, LOL!) I will definitely use water and rice instead of milk... but hey - the pan looks and works fine! Yay!!!
I got the red tarte tatin set, and the pan does turn a burgundy color when heated (which I have never seen in my other EH flame pot, which is black), which is normal and really fun to watch, but it goes back to normal once cooled. The pan is is scratch resistant, much lighter than our cast iron skillet, and cooked eggs to perfection! I can't wait to braise meat, make quiche, and well, tarte tatin in it! Among many other things, I am sure. Oh yeah, and I (a rather unremarkable cook until very recently) can make some pretty tricky pan sauces from roux on my other EH Flame, so I am sure this one will be great for that too. Just so you know, the accompanying flat dish is NOT stovetop safe, although it may be oven safe - I am not sure, so I suppose I'll be emailing EH to ask about that one.

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Emile Henry Flame-Top ceramic cookware is light and versatile, an innovative breakthrough in ceramic technology.Our new line of Burgundy Clay Flame-Top ceramic products work directly on any stove top (gas, electric, glass or halogen hob), without any fear of cracking or breaking. Much lighter, (30% lighter), than many types of comparable metal cookware products, Flame-Top is microwave and dishwasher-safe, goes under the broiler, and can go directly from a freezer to a hot oven.The incredibly gentle heat distribution properties of Burgundy Clay makes it a cooking vessel perfect for braising, browning and slow cooking. Discover the flavor of this legendary tart created by the Tatin sisters at the turn of the century.Start on the stovetop- evenly turn sugar into caramel without needing to add water.Add apples and crust- finish in the oven. Just one dish needed from start to finish,flip your Tarte Tatin onto a serving plate (included) and enjoy. Recipe included.

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All-Clad Master Chef 2 6-Piece Cookware Set with Nonstick Fry Pan Review

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(More customer reviews)If you haven't used All-Clad pans, you've missed a cooking experience.The thick aluminum core gives unmatched even heating, while the stainless steel cooking surface provides a worry-free cooking surface.Though the brushed aluminum outer surface can stain somewhat (the LTD line avoids this), All-Clad's Master Chef is the most cost effective way to enjoy the All-Clad cooking experience.

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All-Clad MC2 Master Chef 6 Piece Cookware Set 8&10 NS Fry All-Clad 7101-6NS

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Viking 10-Piece Cookware Set Review

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(More customer reviews)Serious cooks need this cookware.When I was ready to make the investment of higher end cookware, I attended a Viking Cooking School so I could use them before I purchased them.The school sells the cookware in their store.While I was deliberating between Viking and All Clad (which was also for sale there)the chef helped me compare them together and I made the decision instantly to purchase the Viking brand.It was like day and night.I purchased a set and I absolutely LOVE the cookware. Well worth the investment!

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Viking professional cookware products are manufactured with exclusive multi-ply construction. Multi-Ply construction is a specially designed combination of stainless steel and aluminum alloys for lifetime performance, durability with easy cleanup, quick and even heat distribution. The Multi-Ply material used in Viking cookware is the most advanced formulation of stainless steel and aluminum alloys in the world today. This exclusive combination of layers conducts heat more evenly and quickly to give you better results. Known for its exceptional appliances, its professional cookware products are manufactured in Belgium yet designed in the U.S., so you get the best of both worlds. If you're choosy about how your cookware not only looks but also performs, Viking is the ultimate choice. Like the professional appliances that preceded this distinguished cookware line, the quality is the outstanding feature. Each piece features an exclusive 7-ply construction of 18/10 stainless steel and aluminum alloys paired with ergonomic handles that have stay cool vents for comfort while cooking. You may use Viking cookware on any heating surface, including halogen, induction and ceramic, plus gas and electric.18/10 Stainless interior and exterior, 7 ply construction with 5 ply on the stock pots, aluminum core for even heat distribution, used on any cooking surface, ergonomically designed, cast s/s, and stay cool handles. This set includes: 1.5-qt. Covered Sauce Pan, 3-qt. Covered Sauce Pan, 3-qt. Covered Saute' Pan, 8-Inch Fry Pan, 11-Inch Fry Pan, 8-qt. Covered Stock Pot.The Multi-Ply material used in Viking cookware is the most advanced formulation of stainless steel and aluminum alloys in the world today. This exclusive combination of layers conducts heat more evenly and quickly to give you better results.

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Circulon Accessories 3-Piece Open Skillet Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I've spent a fortune in my lifetime buying "non-stick" fry pans, only to throw them out after a year or two. The finish comes off, they scratch, & they become difficult to clean. I finally decided to get smart & buy something that will last. After doing a little research on Circulon, here's what I learned...They have 3 "grades" that you can distinguish by their handles. The best is "infinite", it has an all steel handle. Next is "elite", it has a steel & silicone handle. Finally, there's Circulon 2/Total (that's what these are). They have a "plastic" handle. Each pan is oven-proof.(Infinite 500, Elite 400, 2/Total 350 degrees) Outside of the feel of the handles, one down side is that the Infinite is the only one that is "diswasher safe". With the other two, handwashing is recommended.I used to put everything in the dishwasher, and to be honest, I wasn't sure how I'd feel about handwashing them. What a piece of cake! Inside & out cleans beautifully & quickly. The triple pack was a great bargain compared to buying them separately, but I also purchased an "elite" and an "infinite" fry pan in addition to these, so I can tell you that in comparison they all cook food the same. I am extremely happy with the quality of these pans.....

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Definitely one of the most popular cookware items, the skillet features a broad wide base and gently curved sides that make it easy to flip food or effortlessly slide an omelet or grilled cheese sandwich from the pan to a plate. This useful set includes three handy sizes--an 8-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch open skillet. Use the smaller skillet for frying an egg for breakfast or reheating a slice of pizza and the larger skillets for making pancakes or omelets, sauteing vegetables, or frying cubes of tofu to throw into an Asian-inspired dish.
Twice as hard as stainless steel, the cookware's hard-anodized construction offers exceptional durability and distributes heats quickly and evenly, which means no hot spots to worry about. In addition to its TOTAL hard-anodized high-low wave technology, the cookware features an advanced nonstick coating to ensure effortless food release and allow for lower-fat cooking options (no need for excess butter and oils). Each skillet comes equipped with a long, ergonomically designed, securely riveted handle that offers a slip-free grip, stays cool to the touch, and provides a hole at the end for hanging when not in use. The skillets move gracefully from the stovetop into the oven (up to 350 degrees F), and they clean up in a snap--washing them by hand is recommended to protect the nonstick surface. Stacked together, the three-piece skillet set measures approximately 12 by 20-1/5 by 6-1/2 inches.

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CIA Masters Collection 7-Ply Copper Clad Stainless Steel 10 Piece Cookware Set Review

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(More customer reviews)We purchased the CIA Masters 10 piece set, plus the 12 inch frypan and a wooden spoon after researching the Viking and All Clad Copper Core sets. We were able to visit stores in our area to handle the Viking and All Clad sets before purchase - we were not able to see the CIA Masters set before purchase.

In terms of weight, the CIA Masters set is similar in weight to the All Clad regular stainless set. The handles have two rivets and have the All Clad grove with the Viking curvature. The lids are slightly domed similar to the Viking set.

In terms of the copper layer - we compared the CIA set against the All Clad Copper Core. If you look at a piece of All Clad Copper core you will see a copper layer that is about 1/8" thick and very easily identified. If you look at a piece of CIA Master cookware, the copper layer can hardly be seen. Given the price of copper these days, my guess is thisamount of copper in the CIA cookware is part of the price difference to the All Clad Copper Core set.(10 piece set of CIA cookware is $499, 10 piece set of All Clad Copper Core $1200.)

The set arrived from Metro Kitchen in three days and was beautifully packaged.

So - why won't we recommend the set? First -you need to use silicon or wooden utensils with this set. Do not use metal utensils.The stainless steel is very very soft and the pans scratch easily. In fact, the very first time we used the set we made large, easily visible scratches on the outside bottom and inside just from making risotto. (note -- we have other stainless steel cookware where this is not a problem.)

Second, the golden rule when using stainless is to use low to medium heat. Higher temperatures cause a reaction with stainless steel which cause a bluish / brownish stain. The first time we used one of the frypans this marking appeared despite the low heat we used.

We haven't had any problems with food sticking (that pretty much a function of knowing how to cook in stainless anyway...) - but we can't honestly say the cookware is any better than the Emerilware or Cooks Essentials set we had previously.

Frankly we wish we had not paid $500+ for cookware that is "just okay" and that is going to show wear in a very short time. The Viking or All Clad set would have been a better choice.

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An ideal set of cookware to set up the serious home chef.Set includes the most widely used pieces of cookware for a broad range of cooking needs.This set includes an 8 inch Saute, a 10' Saute, 1 Qt. Saucier with cover ), 3 Qt. Saucier with cover (cover will fit 10 inch Saute) and an 8 Qt. Stock Pot with cover.The 7 ply copper clad material provides an even, consistent environment to ensure excellent results in your kitchen.Designed by the Master Chefs of the esteemed Culinary Institute of America to be the top performing cookware on the market, the Master's Collection features the perfect amount of copper, surrounded by layers of aluminum and stainless steel.Each layer of metal extends to the top of the pan.This high quality construction makes for an amazingly responsive and conductive piece of kitchen equipment.The detail to design and functionality are exceptional, and will be a welcome addition to your kitchen

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Le Creuset Essential Enameled Cast-Iron 5-Piece Cookware Set, Satin Red Review

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(More customer reviews)This set is really nice.It warms up super fast and retains heat longer due to the cast iron.It looks wonderful hanging in my kitchen too!! The pots have been used heavily and still no chips.Cleans up super easy with soap and water (I have never tried the dishwasher). It is a heavy set, but the bestest of quality.

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Beautiful enough for the table, yet durable enough to outlive its lifetime warranty against defects, this five-piece cookware set features cast-iron construction clad in two coats of Le Creuset's famous hard enamel. As cast iron is unexcelled for heat distribution and retention and enamel is impervious to acids and odors, the pieces cook food evenly and gently without hot spots and can be used for marinating. The collection includes a 9-inch iron-handle skillet, a 1-1/4-quart Precision Pour covered saucepan, and a 3-1/2-quart round covered French oven.
The skillet provides a cast-iron handle that won't shake or wobble and a helper handle to aid in transport, plus two integrated pouring spouts for draining fats and juices. Made of tough plastic with a slip-resistant texture, the saucepan's round handle tapers at both ends for comfort, and opposite the long handle sits a cast-iron helper handle for added convenience. The French oven provides two cast-iron loop handles for safe, secure lifting. Both the saucepan and the French oven come equipped with a heavy, tight-fitting lid that helps keep in moisture, nutrients, and flavors. The five-piece dishwasher-safe cookware set can be used on any stovetop, including gas, electric, induction, and ceramic, and the phenolic knobs and handles are oven-safe to 400 degrees F.

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Rachael Ray 80655 10-Piece Hard-Anodized Cookware Set, Orange Review

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(More customer reviews)I received this cookware December 06 and have been cooking with it everyday since then. It is truly an amazing cookware set. It goes from stove top to oven with no problem. It looks nice hanging on my pot rack in my kitchen even after all of the use it gets from me and my family. The pots cook evenly and the food does not stick making clean up spectacularly fast and easy. I was lucky enough to receive and add to my collection this past Christmas the larger, deep oval skillet for large family dinners. I highly recommend this set for anyone from beginning cooks to very experienced ones.

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This cookware set is an exceptional value, including all of the pans needed to equip your kitchen with the most used cooking pieces. As the set contains only basic pieces, you'll really use each and every pan. It includes saucepans for whisking a homemade sauce or cooking your morning oatmeal, a big stockpot for soups, stews or boiling pasta, and skillets (probably the most used pan in any kitchen) that will help you turn out perfect pancakes or a tasty tuna melt.

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