Cooking with cast iron has been around for a very long time. The traditional Dutch oven has been around for hundreds of years. Iron cookware was used by early colonists and settlers to America and was well loved due to its extreme versatility and durability. It gained enormous popularity during the 1800's, and today, it is regaining some of the popularity of the past.
One of the reasons heavy iron is so highly valued is due to its cooking properties, and pots and skillets are made from it are exceptionally versatile. You can use them on the stove top or the oven to cook virtually all of your meals. They are even excellent to use over open fires when camping. This type of cookware is extremely good at conducting heat, and it does so in an even and predictable fashion. Because of this, Professional chefs consider cast iron pots and pans to be precision cooking tools, enabling precise control of cooking temperatures, and allow for even cooking temperatures without hot spots. This is also an old-fashioned way to cook virtually fat free. Properly seasoned, these pans allow food to glide out of much better than any pan that has been made with Teflon so that you do not need to add any extra fats or oils to your foods. This type of cookware is also relatively inexpensive. It will last a lifetime with proper care. It will never warp, doesn't need special utensils, and cleaning it is actually quite easy. You will not have to buy new pieces every few years, and if you look after them, can easily be passed down to the next generation.
Non Stick Cookware
Be sure to season your pots and pans before you use them. Seasoning or curing means filling the pores and voids in the metal with grease of some sort, which provides a smooth, non-stick surface. To do this properly, coat it inside and out with vegetable oil and then heat it in a warm oven for at least an hour. This is important to do because it will give your pans the non-stick surface and without season, the surface will rust every time you wash the pan.
There is some debate over the health benefits of cast iron. Many people feel that it can be hazardous to your health due to the fact that cast iron has been proven to leach iron into foods. For most people, this is not an issue at all. The extra amount of iron will not be enough to create an imbalance and will not have any discernible health effects; good or bad. However, for some people, this leaching can actually be of benefit. Anyone who does not get the recommended amount of iron per day will definitely benefit from this infusion of iron into their food. The opposite is also true for those people suffering from an overabundance of iron naturally. For these people, the use of cast iron is not recommended as excess iron comes with health risks. For the vast majority of people though, the amount of iron leached into foods cooked in cast iron is negligible.
Cooking with cast iron is fun and enjoyable. There are many benefits to choosing to cook this way, such as durability and heat conduction. In my personal opinion, the greatest reason of all to choose cast iron is because food just tastes better when cooked this way. As long as you take the time to care for your cookware properly, you can look forward to enjoying delicious meals for many years to come.
Cyber Monday Cuisinart Chef's Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 10-Piece Cookware Set 2011 Deals
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Cyber Monday Cuisinart Chef's Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 10-Piece Cookware Set Feature
- 1-1/2- and 3-quart saucepans; 3-1/2-quart saute pan; 8-quart stockpot (all with lids); 8- and 10-inch skillets
- Hard-anodized aluminum exterior is wear-resistant and easy to clean
- Sturdy 3 mm hard-anodized aluminum with durable Quantanium nonstick coating, safe for use with metal utensils
- Break-resistant tempered glass covers; riveted stay-cool steel handles
- Oven safe up to 500 degrees F; limited lifetime warranty
Cyber Monday Cuisinart Chef's Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 10-Piece Cookware Set Overview
Cuisinart Chef's Classic non-stick hard anodized 10-piece set includes 1-1/2-quart saucepan with cover, 3-quart saucepan with cover, 3-1/2-quart saute pan with helper handle and cover, 8-quart stockpot with cover, 8-inch open skillet and 10-inch open skillet. Cool grip riveted handles for ease of use, durable hard anodized exterior, Quantanium non-stick interior, tempered glass covers seal in flavor, hard anodized, oven-safe construction.Cyber Monday Cuisinart Chef's Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 10-Piece Cookware Set Specifications
Bringing the Good Life Home
Inspired by the great French kitchens, Cuisinart began making professional cookware over 30 years ago. Constructed of the finest materials available, to perfectly perform all of the classic cooking techniques. Designed to last a lifetime, Cuisinart cookware makes family meals memorable and entertaining a pleasure. Savor the Good Life right at home, with family and friends. Cuisinart makes it absolutely delicious.
Designed from the inside out for today's lifestyles, our Non-Stick Hard Anodized Cookware combines uncompromising superior cooking performance with a professional look. Cuisinart Non-Stick Hard Anodized Cookware exterior is harder than stainless steel for durability and professional performance. We guarantee a lifetime of healthy cooking with Cuisinart Chef’s Classic Non-Stick Hard Anodized Cookware.
Chef's Classic Hard Anodized 10pc. Set: More options for more meals! Two skillets, two saucepans, a sauté pan and stockpot let you prepare a variety of meals in a variety of ways.
What's in the Box
1.5 Quart Saucepan w/ Cover, 3 Quart Saucepan w/ Cover, 3.5 Quart Sauté Pan W/ Helper & Cover, 8 Quart Stockpot w/ Cover, 8” Open Skillet, and 10” Open Skillet
Product Features
Harder than stainless steel. Dense, nonporous, and highly wear-resistant for extra durability and professional performance.
Highest Quality Quantanium Non-Stick Interior
Titanium reinforced nonstick cooking surface for healthier cooking, lasting food release and easy cleaning. Metal utensil safe.
The Coolest Touch in Home Cooking
Cast stainless steel Cool Grip™ stick handles are contoured for a secure grip and designed to stay cool on the stovetop.
Perfect Balance
Riveted stainless steel handles, including side grips and helper handles, are professionally riveted to ensure a lifetime of perfect balance.
Flavor Lock Lid
Tightfitting stainless steel lids fit tight to lock in flavor, texture and nutrients. Wide, easy grip handles.
Drip-Free Pouring
Rims of cookware are tapered to make pouring clean and easy.
Versatile Performance
Oven safe to 500°F. Cook on stovetop, in oven, or under broiler. Freezer safe for easy food storage.
Dishwasher Safe
Brilliant stainless steel comes out of the dishwasher looking like new.
Lifetime Warranty
About the Pieces
8 and 10 inch Open Skillets: Nonstick skillets provide healthier, fat-free browning and frying options.
1.5 and 3 Qt. Saucepans w/ Covers: No other piece of cookware performs with the versatility of a saucepan. A kitchen essential with a Quantanium nonstick cooking surface that requires no butter or oil.
3.5 Qt. Saute Pan w/ Helper Handle & Cover: The high, straight sides and the flat cooking surface of the saute maximize capacity. Sear meats, poultry, and more; cover to simmer for a perfect finish.
8 Qt. Stockpot w. Cover: Designed for slow cooking and maximum reduction of liquids. Produces more concentrated and flavorful results.
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