Kitchen Pans & Bakeware

I want to buy a new cookware set and I was looking at the Rachael Ray set. Have you used it? I also am interested in the Kitchenaid set. What type of cookware do you prefer?

I am a former chef and like Mark, I own several types, with any you want a good sturdy make, Stainless steel is great, like the last fellow said a copper base or involvement as it conducts heat best, I am not a fan of an Racheal Ray things, she is a fad. Cuisinart, Kitchenaid, Le Crueset are all nice ( but expensive).

I have solid bottom ones from T-Fal (a 8 piece set w/glass lids), made from cast aluminum, they have oven-proof handles, I also have 2 Le Creuset dutch ovens (4 & 8 quart) and 3 T-Fal non stick pans for sauting/frying and cooking eggs.

Look at the type of materials, the number of pots/pans, and do not be afraid to mix them up, the fry pans with sets are great for browning meats for roasting/braising/stewing. Find ones with the ability to goin the oven , there is were ST Steel with metal handles are best, just make sure you are happy with them, some are a bit pricey and you want to be happy with your purchase.

powered by Yahoo Answers

Which is the better brand or do you think they are pretty much the same. I have a set of Cuisinart stainless steel cookware, (the 10 pc. chefs classic series) but, I wanna know should I have gotten the Kitchenaid set? I like them both and they are both affordabley priced. I wanna do my whole kitchen with the same brand accessories. PLEASE!!! Your personal experience with either brand and why. Calphalon and All-Clad is too expensive. I just may buy a small set of the Kitchenaid too if it get even or better reviews from you guys….THANKS!!!

I don't think it matters what brand you buy. They're tools, as long as it's the right tool for the job. I love my kitchenaid mixer, but I don't think I'd give up the cuisinart cookware if I had it.

powered by Yahoo Answers