IMUSA GAU-80300 Electric Arepa Maker Nonstick Surface, White Review

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While this product is well made, I did not feel the pre-set cooking time was sufficient to produce a properly cooked arepa. I had to cook the arepas for a second cycle which produced a tough exterior on the finished product.

Additionally, I feel that this arepa maker makes the arepas too thick and the wells for the dough should be shallower. Overall, I prefer the results I get when I make the arepas by hand where I can control the thickness of them.

I returned the Arepa Maker easily with Amazon's excellent return process. I wish I had been happier with this purchase.

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The arepas are toasty on the outside and soft on the inside, as they should be. However, when the lid is opened, the arepas squirt out some uncooked, hot Harina Pan. The lid has a bit of the "spring" to it when it is opened.

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I really like the Arepa maker. It give a great shape to the arepas, they are thinner than other that I tried before. I'm really glad to have this Arepa maker at home!

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I wanted this to be the one, the one that made perfectly grilled arepas.

But alas, it cooks them only partially, leaving a doughy center with just barely crisped shell.

Even when I bake it for double the time.

I wish I had returned it when I had the chance

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As another poster, I bought this to replace my older Oster "toasty arepa" maker. It wasn't broken, per se, but I was always a little worried about fires when I plugged it in. ;) This Imusa one is great! It makes the arepas much thinner than that Oster one which we like. Less "doughy." The light on the front that tells you when they're done is really convenient, too. I recommend it!

Calphalon Commercial Hard Anodized 2.5 quart Sauce Pan & Cover Reviews

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I have always liked hard anodized cookware. No nonstick coatings to worry about. The pot is very thick and distributes heat evenly. The handles stay cool enough to the touch to pick up the pot without a potholder.

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I purchased this as a replacement for another Calphalon saucepan that I burned up. I am very pleased and only wish that I all of my Calphalon pans were this line. Even heating, easy clean up and you can use all of your utensils. Worth the money.

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You can't go wrong with Calphalon. It will last you forever as long as you don't use metal utencils in it. My last 2.5 quart sauce pot lasted me 13 years until I used a metal fork in it. After about a year, the scratch began to lift and it was time to replace it. This pot heats so evenly and the handle stays cooler to the touch. The new lid design it much nicer than the old one.

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Same as the commercial pot i needed to repalce with improved lid. Fits the double boiler that we had puchased earlier.

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This is a nice size pot and the handle on the pot and cover stay cool. That's a big plus!

Reviews of MUkitchen MiniMu Kids 3-Piece Apron Set

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Our daughter loves to watch the Food Channel and she wants to have her own restaurant when she grows up! She really wanted a chef's hat, and had asked for months. We finally saw this set and got it for her birthday. She absolutely loves it.

The apron can fit must kids probably up to 5' tall. The mit is like a real oven mit. You could really use it on hot items. The only thing I don't like about the set is the hat. The hat is meant for a small head. While the apron will fit your little chef for years to come, the hat will not.

From the time we got it, we had to really stretch to try to make this hat fit her head. I am not Suzy Homemaker and am not very creative with rigging things. I'm sure you could get creative and sew some elastic or velcro on the back to make this hat fit your child as their head gets bigger. However,I have yet to be that creative.

Other than the hat issue, we love this apron set. I would recommend it, but letting you know about the hat ahead of time, so as to let you make an informed decision.

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This is such a cute apron set. My 8-year old daughter loves to wear it every time we bake together. Highly recommend.

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This product is super cute and top quality for my little aspiring chef! It is very sturdy and fits great.

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Bought for my 6 year old daughter. She loves to wear it when she is helping in the kitchen. The starps are large enough to fit most children. The hat was a little big but the velcro made it easy to overlap.

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Apron is thick material, nothing too thin or cheap looking, almost like a soft canvas. The colors are vibrant and the accessories are really cute.

All-Clad Stainless Professional Universal Steamer Insert Review

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As All-Clad will inform you, this steamer works with 6, 8 or 12 quart stockpots. I use it with my 8-quart copper-core stockpot. (It still looks more like a Dutch Oven to me). The fit between the pot and the steamer is perfect. Nothing wiggles, jiggles or does not stay in quite right unlike so many `universal' steamers on the market. Its large size allows you to steam six artichokes, while its uniformity of heat allows cooking asparagus for two. Clean up is a snap throw it in the dishwasher or simply rinse it out by hand. The clearance between the steamer and the bottom of the pot allows for more than enough water to steam for well over an hour. The downside is that it is expensive, but isn't all All-Clad? The upside is that like the rest of the All-Clad line you will buy once and be done.

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This is a superb large steamer insert. It is great for large quantities of veggies or whatever you would like to steam. There is nothing like the flavor of freshly steamed veggies! It fits perfectly in the 6, 8, and 12 quart stock pots. I have only used it in the 6 and 8 quart stock pots myself. It is made very well and is excellent quality built to last. All Clad truly is lifetime cookware, I am sure you will not be disappointed. And it is backed by a lifetime warranty, what more can you ask for? Highly recommended! A+!

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I have the 6 qt All Clad 11 inch diameter pot, and I ordered this to steam vegetables with it. The combo doesn't work well at all. I think it's because the steamer insert is so big and deep (which I wanted I steam a lot of veggies) that there is barely any room between the surface of the steam water and the bottom of the steamer insert. If I keep the water really low so that the veggies will cook faster, then I'm constantly boiling off all the water and burning the pan. And if I fill it up more so it lasts the entire steam time, it makes the process take forever. The other night it took literally 30 minutes to steam some collard greens, and I'd had it. My other tiny pot with small steamer insert could steam this up in minutes, but I couldn't fit all the leaves in there and would end up doing them in batches, so either way was a hassle.

I ended up going out to a retail store and bringing the steamer insert with me. The 8 qt All Clad pot looked much more promising, but I don't really do that much cooking besides steaming veggies and making rice and oatmeal, and it was a big investment in money. So I looked over at the 12 qt All Clad multi cooker set. I liked the idea of having two steamer inserts, this one that I already had and the one that comes with the multi cooker set, which is quite capacious itself. I thought how I could alternate the steamer baskets, as I steamed up my leafy greens in one, and then the second vegetable in the other in sequence (I make my food at night to take with me to work the next day). However, this steamer insert didn't fit in the 12 qt multi cooker pan! I guess because the multi cooker is a lower line of All Clad products than the high end 6 and 8 quart All Clad pans. I was so glad that I actually went to the store and found this out before ordering the set on line. I think it's a little misleading for the company to call this a universal steamer insert, and then make an 11 inch pan that won't fit it, but there it is. The high end 12 qt stockpot will probably fit just fine, but the store didn't have one in stock to check.

In the end, I found another brand of stainless steel cookware, and their 12 qt multi cooker was a perfect fit with this All Clad steamer insert. And I've been in steaming heaven ever since! So the lesson is to make sure that you have a deep enough pan that will actually fit this steamer, and then it works wonderfully. I haven't tried the 8 qt, but I can vouch for the fact that the 6 quart does not steam well with this, even though another reviewer said that it did.

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The product desciption lacks information on dimensions.

The bottom of the steamer will nest into a pot. 10" diameter at the bottom. 10.75" diameter at the middle rim.

Top dimensions: 10.375" inner diameter, 11.125" outer diameter, 14" out to out at the handles. Height: 5.5".

Fits into our 8 quart All-Clad stock pot. Note: does not come with a lid but the All-Clad stock pot lid fits perfectly.

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I would hate to complain that this steamer is too big because I should have realized what kind of product I was buying. It is big nonetheless and is absolutely perfect for restaurants and huge families when I say a huge family, I mean a family that has around four or more kids.

If you don't steam things that often or simply don't have a huge family, then consider the smaller All-Clad steamer model that fits over sauce pans a model that I find is absolutely perfect in size.

Discount Artisan Metal Works Silicone Non-Stick Baking Mat Sets

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It works great for cooking and baking! A reusable substitute for wax and parchment paper. I recommend reading the instructions and details that come on the package. You don't need to oil or spray down before putting food on it. I sometimes sprinkle flour first if I'm baking something like pizza or bread on the surface. Just place food on the mat on a tray, and pop it in the oven. Don't exceed the temperature range, don't scrub it with the back side of a sponge, and don't cut on it in fact, avoid using anything near it that could potentially cut it, because once it's cut you can't use it anymore.

I am pleasantly surprised that it has not blackened like all other mats do and that the quality has remained the same since I bought it (probably used them about 30 times in the oven since). I also use it for rolling out dough and fondant Not an ideal surface, because it gets sticky, but at least it's cleaner than using my kitchen countertop. I have yet to try it with chocolate and candy making, but I'll update once I have.

3 Month update: Still awesome, I use these about twice a week. The only thing that's stained has been a tomato-oil sauce. I have now tried the mats w candy making (ie, pipe melted chocolate on it, and throw it in the fridge or freezer), and it worked really well. Only problem is if you're gonna roll up the mat to make a curved 3D piece, note the candy/chocolate will stick to both sides and you'll need parchment paper on one side. Alternatively, potentially try corn starch to avoid sticking? I have yet to try this technique.

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I have always hated greasing the pans, when baking, so, about five years ago, I purchased made in France, silicone baking sheets, from Amazon. This year, I decided that I needed two more sheets, but when I looked for them, the price had increased by almost double per sheet! Well, I kept looking and I found these wonderful sheets that are made in the U.S.A. They work just as well as the imported ones. Cookies never stick, and cleanup is so easy! In addition, they were a great price. A set of two costs less than one, of the imported sheets! This was a great buy and I recommend them highly!

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I was wary of buying these because they look thin in the photo and I know my mother paid four times this price for two regular sized silicone mats. However they're very high quality and they work well. I'm very happy with them and I'll probably buy some more to give away as wedding/bridal shower gifts.

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Having known about silicone bake ware for years, but having never used it, I was skeptical about how well it would work as a non-stick material and as a way to reduce the long term wear and tear on baking sheets (lots of scrapping and scrubbing can be torturous on metal baking sheets after a couple years of use). I have purchased many non-stick baking sheets over the years, and have been extremely unhappy with them. None of them are really all that non-stick and the non-stick coating has always started flaking off after a year or two of use.

After using these a couple times, all I can say is wow, I am sold on silicone bake ware.

The non-stick-ability of these silicone mats is top notch. The first thing I cooked with them is a homemade pizza. The pizza and any misplaced toppings (such as cheese, which usually bakes on as a brown/black cement when it touches a metal pan) did not stick to the silicone at all. The pizza literally slid around on the mat a little as I was taking it out of the oven. I was thoroughly impressed with how well it worked.

There was a slight chemical smell the first time I used the mats. I expected this. It did not affect the smell or the flavor of the food that cooked on it and was not over powering. If you are worried about this affecting your food, I would bake the mat by itself in the oven for like half an hour to an hour.

This product can hold on to grease a bit. I baked bacon on one of the mats, and mat felt slightly greasy/oily until after a couple more baking/handwash cycles. I almost consider this a bonus as bacon is awesome, and I would like to think that the greasy feeling flavored foods cooked on it flavored them with bacon. Sadly, I did not notice that all of my food tasted like bacon (0/5 stars, all food cooked on these mats does not taste like bacon :-P).

The product description does not give a temperature rating, but if you contact the manufacturer, they will say 480F. As far as I can tell, this is the standard maximum temperature for silicone bake ware.

I bought the baking mat set with 2 baking sheets Nordic Ware Bakers Half Sheet, 13 by 18 by 1 Inch. The mat nearly fits the pan perfectly, and as best as I could expect it to, with the products coming from different manufacturers. The mat is probably a couple millimeters longer than perfect and probably a half a centimeter too narrow from perfect.

Overall, I am extremely satisfied with my purchase and would recommend these to anyone seeking a better baking experience.

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I was a bit hesitant to buy these since they were so much cheaper than the name brand baking mats. I figured for the price I'd give them a shot. They work great!

All-Clad Brushed Stainless D5 13-Inch French Skillet with Loop Reviews

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This is quite simply the best pan I have ever used. Beautifully crafted stainless steel, I don't know if it is worth $200, but if any pan is, this is it! One thing worth noting is that this is a very heavy pan, it is a little difficult for my wife to handle with one hand when fully loaded, so if this is a concern, you may want to look for a slightly smaller version.

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I wanted them to replace their non-stick unhealthy skillet so we got them this. They have an old gas burner stove-top and the flame is pretty narrowly spaced so I was concerned that the 3-layer pan wouldn't heat even;y. Sounds like this one does heat evenly for them.

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Yep, these ain't cheap but if your serious about your cooking and enjoy your time in the kitchen whisking up your favorite recipe you should consider investing in high quality cookware.

For years I hesitated and settled for good quality imitations such as the Emeril's cookware but finally decided to treat myself to the real thing and find out if they are worth the high prices. Yes they certainty do. No hot spots, better results at lower heat, tight lids that allow even lower heats due to fantastic heat retention (just use a higher initial temperature put the lid on and reduce to low/medium and you get a better result than having to use med/high on other less efficient wares)

I got the same satisfaction than when I decided to buy chef quality knives ... Once you cut and dice with a "real pro knife" you know why it cost $250.

I think of these pots as an investment and a heirloom to pass on to my kids. These things are so well built that you know they will last forever (proper care of course)

I read reviews stating that you will do just as good with the classic trii-ply stainless but these are truly a step ahead. How can two layers of aluminum not be better than one? It keeps a uniform heat over the entire surface and sides at lower temperatures, perfect for braising, slow cooking, stews etc and also quickly searing and pan frying without hot spots trying to shuffle the food around so that each gets a shot at it ... With these the heat is uniform all around, just don't crowed the pieces during the searing process.

Yep I did pay a small fortune for a custom hand picked set but these are worth every penny.

Btw don't get drawn into buying the "sets" you don't really save much except if you really need the huge 8 and 12 qt stock pots and prefer frying pans over skillets.

I selected the 11 and 13 inch skillets with lids, the 1.5 and 3 qt sauce pans, the 3qt casserole steamer combo, the 4 qt sauté pan, the 6 qt deep sauté pot and 6 qt fry basket. That's the equivalent of 16 pieces for the price of their advertised 14 piece set. FYI I keep my Emeril's 6 qt stock pot that I will use for deep frying on my induction portable burner (it has a copper core and I won't suffer if it gets stained with grease frying at higher temperatures)

I prefer skillets and after researching realized that the 13 inch can also be used as a paella pan as they are similar except for the handle.

Word of caution, these are heavy, best suited for men or strong women not afraid to handle them.

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I have only rated it 4 stars so far simply because i haven't used it yet. I was super excited to receive it yesterday and wanted to cook something right away, but the girlfriend and i ended up going to Chipotle. Anyways, i'll tell you my first impressions. First off, it is super heavy. I played college football, and i have a tough time holding it even when it is empty and doesn't have the lid on it. I will gladly adapt to the weight of it cause i think it'll perform well. However, the weight and construction i think will be a testament to the durable quality of it. It has a lifetime warranty that i doubt it will need. It comes with instructions on how to use it, clean it, etc.. and i plan on following them so i can have this thing forever. But like i said, it is really heavy so if you are a 90 pound grandma, i recommend against buying this item. Can't wait to use it!!

KitchenAid Silicone Mixer Spatula, Red Review

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useful in the kitchen

OH so not scratchy on my pans

Truly appreciate its usefulness

highly recommend to others to use and buy

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This thing is awesome. It's a perfect match for the KitchenAid artisan stand mixer in Empire Red, and is perfectly shaped to scrape the sides of the bowl and leave nothing behind. Just works exactly like it should, and looks great hanging on the wall behind the mixer. Buy it!

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I bought to add to my kitchen aid kitchen. I have used it a couple of times and love it. My husband has used it more than I have.

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I've had one of these in blue for several years, and bought a couple more as a little gifts for family members, to match each recipient's KA mixer color.

It's fun to have gadgets in bright, matching colors, but the real value of this particular spatula is its shape. The rounded side matches the curve of the stainless bowl that comes with the mixer. That makes it much easier to scrape efficiently. It's a small thing, but it does make a difference.

I put mine in the dishwasher and it still looks like new.

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to replace my KitchenAid Spatula because the wooden handle finally broke. (don't buy stuff with wooden handles is a lesson finally learned).

Review of Berndes 12-Piece Tradition Cookware Set

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I placed two orders for the 12 peice set and both arrived with a handle broken off the top lid in the

box . The problem might be a 12 pc set in a 7 pcs set box . It appears the label is the only thing changed

between the two sets when packed out .

I did not want to return the 3rd set so I am waiting for the 7 piece set to arrive hopefully without any damage .

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Review of Chantal 7-Quart Copper Fusion Stew Pot

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This is a very fine pot , especially for cooking soup. It is a heavy pot and holds heat evenly and also cleans very easily. It is the best pot we have found.

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Review of Cuisinart 44-10 Contour Stainless 10-Piece Cookware Set

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I researched every set out there and this fit my budget and my needs and I have not been disapointed one bit!

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I researched every set out there and this fit my budget and my needs and I have not been disapointed one bit! I do not put them in the dishwasher but soak them in warm water and soap until I can wash them properly and by doing this makes the pans easy to clean and clean up very well. Using the Bar Keepers Friend for cookware to polish them has been esential and shines them up well! I also place pieces of felt between the pans so I can stack them without scratching. I do not have room for a hanging rack. I do recommend this set and am planning to get another set for our vacation home. As far as trying to cook eggs such as fried eggs I have not been successful, but cooking scrambled eggs works every time.

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Love it as I have a set of our own. This will be a Gift for daughter,she will be happy too.

Le Creuset Enameled Steel Zen Tea Kettle, 1-2/3-Quart Reviews

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I love the looks. Matches our decor well. The color is spot on, as depicted in the pic. The size and shape are great for our range top (a bit on the smaller size), but in retrospect . . . I wish it was a little taller and held more water. Otherwise, same great quality one might expect from Le Creuset, with a nice touch of style in a functional kettle.

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I was so excited to receive this kettle, as I am a college student and had been saving up to purchase this one specifically. I followed all the instructions for "first use" but when I went to pour the water, it sputtered out of the spout and then leaked all over the counter. This is not great when dealing with scalding water obviously. The Kettle was very pretty, but I returned it because I was tired of wiping the counter down every time I wanted tea (I drink it a lot). Also the handle felt poorly made; you could actually feel the roughness where it was stamped out. I would pass on this one...spend a little more to get true quality, or find a perfectly suitable one anywhere for much less.

Calphalon Triply Stainless Steel 10-Inch Omelet Pan Reviews

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Picked up this to complement my ever-growing collection of Calphalon tri ply pans. And, like every other pan in this series, I have been very pleased! Sautees, cooks, fries great. The 8" omelette pan is ok for one person, the 10" pan is great for a family. In my opinion, the 12" fry pan is much too large, so this 10" is just right. Additionally, the 3 quart saute pan lid will fit this pan (check my other reviews of the tri-ply series).

To the person who complained that "used it only once and its interior surface has discolored already." I cook regularly on a gas range, and it takes me several weeks before it starts to get discolored. That statement is like the iPod lawsuit of the guy suing Apple for hearing lossof course your pans will get dirty with usage, it's not magic. Just remember, use Barkeeper's Friend and a Dobie pad (sponge encased in nylon net) to keep the luster!

Lastly, to the person that complained that these are not of the same quality as All-Clad, I don't see what the difference is. Compared with the All-Clad Stainless line, both use the same tri-ply on sides and bottom with aluminum core. The difference is that AC uses a metal that works better on induction ovens (magnetic), albeit is of worse quality than non-magnetic metals.

If you want to pay for overpriced All-Clad, go right aheadthe only one losing is you and your wallet.

Happy cooking!

** 2nd EDIT **

I've had these pots and pans for 1.5 years now, and have steadily added to my tri ply collection. I'm still very pleased with them.

They have still retained their mirror finish on the exterior.

Cleanup is a breezejust rub a bit of barkeeper's friend (I'd like to shake the hand of whoever invented thatbest thing since sliced bread).

The moisture channeling from the lids is very much appreciatedeverything I cook is definitely juicier.

I was amazed at the quality of materialI boiled some eggs in a pot one day, and 14 hours later, I kid you not, the water was still warm, not lukewarm, but warm!

The biggest complaint I have about the pots, and the sole complaint that I can think of, is that the handles on the lids do get a bit hot when cooking. Just do yourself a favor and grab a pot-holder when cooking.

Otherwise, I'm still very satisfied with them!

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This is a wonderful pan for any chef, if used correctly. Forget what you know about teflon. Start over. Remember that when sauteing food nothing will stick when you correctly use a hot pan with hot fat. Except maybe eggs. Use a non-stick with eggs. It's just easier. But for the rest, always let your pan heat up (over medium heat, nothing higher is necessary) then add a small amount of fat (oil, butter, lard), about a tablespoon, maybe less. Let the oil get hot and then add your item. Test it though before you commit to it. Barely dip your food (steak, fish, potatoes, etc) into the oil and make sure it gives off a nice sizzle sound. That means you are ready to cook. If it's not ready, wait 30 seconds or so and test again. Always make sure your food is patted dry before going into the pan. A piece of meat or fish that is "sweating" (wet from being out after removing it from the refrigerator) will definitely stick unless you pat it dry with a paper towel. Also make sure that your food is completely thawed. Anything still frozen will produce moisture and become wet, promoting sticking. If you've done everything correctly and it still sticks at the beginning, that's okay. Let it cook a bit. Maybe move the pan around to loosen the item, if you think it's necessary. Let the oil run around the pan, underneath the food. Just don't force it loose with a spatula or tongs. Most food that sticks at the beginning will loosen by itself when it is finished cooking. When you are finished cooking your food, you will likely see some brown bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. That doesn't mean your food stuck. That's good stuff. Great for making pan sauces! It will come right up by deglazing. Or, if you're not making a sauce, you can soak the still hot pan with a bit of soap and water for a few minutes, 5 tops, and it will come right off.

I hope that helps. Bon Appetit!

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I bought this pan for the hope of having a great stainless steel pan for everyday cooking and I am glad I did. It is very practical to use for quick cooking, it distributes heat evenly and quickly yet the handle doesn't heat up and it's user friendly since it's not heavy. I love using it in searing meat and cook the sauce after searing the meat in the pan. It is a very good buy that's why I bought other sauce pans with the same tri-ply material by Calphalon.It's a kitchen basic if you love to cook!

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This has to be the strangest review you'll ever read regarding a tri-ply stainless steel pan, but yes, after using this pan ONE TIME, it started to rust.

I purchased the pan here, from Amazon, received it 2 days ago. Used it the first night and had some chicken fond stuck to the bottom of it. I put about a 1/2" of water in it to soak overnight. The next morning I noticed a very slight brown coloration in one of the rings on the interior wall of the pan. I thought it was just a scrape from a utensil, but in the back of my mind, it seemed like rust starting, which should be impossible for this pan. This pan is built with stainless steel surrounding aluminum, both of which, do not rust.

So, to be sure, I cleaned the pan completely, and put 3/4" of tap water in it to see what would happen, and left it overnight.

Well, the next day I awoke to a 6" rust line around the inside of the pan, and it looks like if I left it longer, it would have encompassed the whole inner diameter.

So, after thinking I was losing my mind, I called Calphalon. They said they've never heard of such a thing and they wanted it sent to them to run tests. I'm sending it to them as we speak and am VERY curious what the outcome might be.

My advice is if you've bought one of these tri-ply pans recently, do a water test overnight and see the outcome.

These should never rust, for any reason, it should be physically impossible.

These are manufactured in China. Obviously my pan is not made of what it says it is, or it would not rust. What I want to know is what ARE they made of? And is it even safe to cook with?

This is very troubling.

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This pan is very versatile for everything I cook in it, and cleanup is a breeze. There are no uneven heating spots, and the handle keeps nice and cool.

To all the people who have problems with sticking, here are some tips to using this great pan:

1. First off, this is not a non-stick pan. If you're not careful, food will definitely stick to it. The key is to use a lower heat while cooking, since this pan, once heated, keeps its heat longer.

2. Preheat the oil/butter before cooking anything in it.

3. Your food should be at room temperature before cooking. Cold food will stick no matter what. I've cooked omelets in this pan using less than a teaspoon of oil and no sticking.

4. If you do forget food in this pan and have a burnt crust on the bottom, just fill it with water and put it back on the stove. Add a little baking soda (about a teaspoon) and bring the water to a boil. Once the water has cooled, the pan will be easy to scrub. Also, you don't have to be gentle that's one of the benefits of not having a hazardous teflon coating that can scratch off.

5. Finally, this pan is for cooking! Who the hell buys a pan as a showpiece, hoping to keep it in mint condition!

Nevertheless, I've been using my pan for a year now, and it still looks practically brand new.

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When you read the description of this pot on any website, including Amazon's, it sounds as if the iittala company decided that cooks today needed another chance to own this beautiful, practical pot, so they decided to manufacture it again. The descriptions, which wax rhapsodic about the pots proudly bearing the Timo Sarpeneva Design stamp, (and the $230 price tag), lead one to believe it is manufactured in Finland. Some of the seller's descriptions, including Amazon's, actually state that this pot is made in Finland. Not so! A tiny paper sticker reveals the country of origin to be China. The finishing made me suspicious before I saw the sticker-it's rather rough around the edges, not smooth like the original Finnish ones made in the 1960's. I actually ordered this pot twice-the first time, it arrived with a big chip off the edge, which was strange, because as the chipped-off piece wasn't in the box, it must have been put into the box that way. So much for quality control, but I really wanted one of these pots, and I convinced myself that mistakes could happen to anyone. I didn't examine the box at that time, or I would have seen the Made in China sticker discreetly located on the bottom. When the second pot arrived, I was again a little disappointed in the finishing of the edges, because for $230 this should be a high quality, carefully made piece of cookware, but the design is too adorable for words, so I was ready to keep it anyway. Then I noticed the China sticker. Seriously? If I buy a Le Creuset pot and pay $230, at least I know it's made in France! If it's going to be a knockoff, it better also have a knockoff price tag. You can get a Le Creuset-style pot made in China at Target for $50. If this pot cost $50, I'd figure I was getting what I paid for. I had been reading various cooking blogs in which rabid Le Creuset lovers discussed the iittala and other expensive cast-iron cooking pots, and the funny thing is, all of them seemed to believe that these pots are made in Finland. Go to the iittala site and give their advertising for these pots a really close read. Nowhere is this claim actually made, although it is very much implied. I started to wonder if perhaps it was simply the packaging that was made in China, so I called the U.S. distributor for iittala. They were quite up front, telling me that ALL of the iittala cast-iron products are made in China. Apparently the home company, which the advertising implies is producing this pot, only makes a few of the iittala products, such as the $3000 artisan glass vases. Needless to say, I returned the pot. Given the quality of the finishing, it isn't worth $230. I felt it deserved two stars simply because Timo Sarpaneva's design is immortal-practical and lyrical at once, and I regret that the iittala company doesn't respect his work enough to see that it is produced as it should be. I also don't appreciate being intentionally deceived.

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I was suprised to see this on amazon, its a design classic and something I've always wanted. The pot is heavy cast iron with a white enamel interior and is made very well. The handle on mine had a bit of the finish off where it slides through the pot, but I figured this would happen with use regardless. Love it!

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Wonderful cast iron pot which brings artistic beauty to the table. Design started in the 1960's still classic today.