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Beautiful Oven Mitt, nicest I'll have ever had ...if I keep it. Don't oven mitts come in pair?! I was so surprised (and, frankly, pissed off) when this one gorgeous orange oven mitt, all bright and comfortable and snuggly, showed up ... all ... by ... itself. Grrrr.

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I wasn't sure it would be long enough when I ordered this mitt. But it turned out it was long enough to protect my forearm. Also nice and thick. Highly recommend!

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Unable to find a blue oven mitt Made in the USA, I went for Made in Europe. Very chic to have a French oven mitt, and priced accordingly.

Thus, I was extremely disappointed to see on a label hidden well within the oven mitt "Made in China"!

Le Creuset shame on you.

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These do what they're intended to do, as they keep wine fresh for several days. They aren't as good as the preservation systems that use inert gas, however those systems are a lot more money.

The instructions say to pump the air out until the gauge is in the red area. Follow these instructions to the letter! If you keep pumping and pumping until the gauge is all the way at the end of the red area, you're going to put so much pressure on the stoppers that the rubber on the flanges will crack. This will cause the stopper to become unusable.

So do not pump too much air out of the bottle and create high pressure if you don't want to frequently replace the stoppers. This is an acceptable device for its price point.

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I like it. Used it with red and white wine. Works fine. It shows you how much to pump. It will keep vacuum for a week or so. The wine is preserved only for 3-4 days though. After which the wine will ferment and the taste will alter. NOTE: pull the little cork in the middle all the way up BEFORE pumping the air. Otherwise it won't work!

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These are really junk! the flanges in the rubber stoppers break apart after only a few uses and no longer hold vacuum!

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I got drawn by the novelty that there is a dial, wine, and vacuum stopper...genius right? Somewhere along the way metrokane decided to cut corners, which is sad because i own a lot of their products. Like many said, the rubber part disintegrates after a while (6 months for me). Meanwhile the cheap grey original vacuum stoppers have lasted 4+ years for me. Stick to the classic.

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I have used my metrokane vacuum stoppers for over a year and they work great. I like the fact they have a guage so I feel confident there is a vacuum. it lasts a week. the wine still tastes fresh, even pinot noir which goes off quickly. I wore out the pump and had to replace. the stoppers still work although one got stuck in the red zone so I pried off the plastic cover and pushed it back to zero (blue) . works ok again. the new vacuum product 6254 is electric and looks spiffy but no vacuum guage. add a vacuum guage to the electric vacuum stoppers and I will buy one. Nerd alert: Don't expect microtor vacuums. This is wine not deep space.

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The coating does not last extremely poor durability. I've been very careful with this pan, using only wood or plastic utensils and washing by hand only. Didn't matter within just a few uses, the coating flaked off and the edges on the underside are rusting. Waste of money!

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I've had this product for about two months, and despite being hand-washed the coating has already begun flaking off.

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I would never buy this product again. The finish came off almost immediately. Don't waste your money.

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I received two of these baking sheets for Christmas last year; by March, 1/3 of the teflon was gone in spots. By July, it was coming off in sheets when washed. These Never went through the dishwasher; always hand washed. I threw them away and purchased Baker's Secret which seems to be satisfactory so far.

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Like other reviewers, I have this product and it began flaking fairly soon. I do not wash it in the dishwasher, it is handwashed only. Once it begins flaking, it continues flaking pretty rapidly. Try another brand.

UPDATE: April, 2008. I've been using the Duncan Hines branded nonstick toaster oven pan for about a year now and it has performed flawlessly. A much better choice.

Norpro 9.5 Inch Nonstick Crepe Pan Review

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I've been using these crepe pans for a little over a month, for once-a-week weekend crepes. After about 4 times use the non-stick coating on both pants began chipping, and voila my crepes consistently stick and burn to these spots.

Secondly, while the handle was meant to be designed as a cool handle on a hot pan, the hardware bolts on the bottom of the handle get scorchingly hot and burn your fingers consistently. I thought that I'd get used to grap the handle in a certain way to avoid burns, but I have not used it often enough to remember. And now with the non-stick chipping away, looks like I'm not going to.

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I like this! This makes great thin crepes. That's saying something since my normal pancakes are more like hockey pucks....

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You can easily pay a lot more for a saucier, and not get much better quality than this pan. It is the classic saucier, and has a good weight and feel in the hand, distributes heat well, and is a good size for small family cooking.

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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!!

Best Circulon Contempo Hard Anodized Nonstick 9-Inch Frittata Deals

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I don't know why, but I was fascinated by the idea of the Circulon Frittata Pan and simply had to have it. It's not like a frittata pan is a kitchen essential. I've lived my whole life without experiencing the joys of a specialized pan for eggs. But as an American consumer, I love unnecessary gadgets as much as the next person. I don't mean to downgrade this Circulon pan because, in at least one major way, it exceeded my expectations. As the two halves of the pan are detachable, they can be used independently as 9" skillets. So even if you aren't whipping up the perfect omelet, you can still get daily use from this set. In truth, I'll probably use the two parts separately more often than I use them as they were intended.

Pros:

Detachable pans (as previously mentioned)

Sturdy Construction

Quality Non-Stick Surface

Oven safe to 400 degrees

Cons:

User error still applies. Okay, this might not be the pan's fault. In truth, though, I'd have hoped to make the flipping motion more seamless. You can still make quite a mess if you're not at the top of your cooking game. As I've practiced with various dishes, I've definitely seen an improvement in my performance. Just realize that you can still make a mess (and not a lovely showcase of an egg dish) if you aren't a skilled flipper technician.

Still, though, if you've got to have a frittata pan--this seems to fulfill all the major requirements. So as a practical device that does exactly what it should, it's a solid recommendation. KGHarris, 1/13.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I've always liked egg dishes, so I was pleased to be able to order this interesting stove top concept. I find it to be a bit difficult to use, easy to clean, but with some quality issues.

Design:

A frittata is classically made by beginning the cooking on the stove, then transferring the pan to the oven to cook completely. This set uses a bottom and top pan (essentially two pans) which interlock at one end. The idea is to start the cooking, attach the second pan via a special locking handle on the side opposite the holding handle, and flip, causing the frittata to cook without the oven. The pans have a sturdy handle that does a good job of keeping cool, and a non-stick coating that is rated for metal utensils (one does not have to use plastic). It did not seem to have any trouble with nonstick and metal utensils. This is not really surprising, since the top pan has to touch the bottom pan; so having a "platic required" coating would not have worked.

Recipe:

It took a lot of tries to get a decent frittata out (they tended to be underdone due to not enough care with step 7 below). There is only a tiny print recipe included, so I'll repeat what worked for me here.

1. Assemble the vegetables and anything else you want to sauté. I also like to use a little cheese.

2. Beat 5 eggs or so together.

3. Heat both pans on medium heat, using two burners on the stove.

4. Place butter or other oil/grease in the deeper pan. This will be used for cooking the vegetables.

5. Place a small amount of butter or oil in the second pan.

6. Cook the vegetables until they are tender. You can season them at this point, or later.

7. Once the vegetables are cooked, pour in about 3/4 of the eggs.

8. As the eggs get more cooked, uses a spatula to raise the edges of the eggs to allow uncooked eggs to go underneath. This step is critical, or the dish won't get cooked through. It usually takes about 4 minutes for this step.

9. Once the eggs are pretty well cooked (just a little runny on top), add the cheese. Then pour the remainder of the eggs over the cheese and blend it together (so the cheese doesn't burn when flipped).

10. Remove the shallower pan from its burner, fit it into the interlocking end of the bottom pan, and carefully but rapidly flip it over. Shake the pan a bit after flipping to ensure everything settles. It will get a bit of egg out of the sides of the pan, but not much. I found it less messy to simply hold both handles together, rather than trying to flip with a hand on either side of the combined pans.

11. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes. At this point everything should be ready to go!

Construction:

While the pans seem sturdy, one of the two sets I received had a loose handle on the side that interlocks the two pans together. It is supposed to be permanently fixed, so I can't just screw it in. Hopefully it will work, but having one out of two with a problem like this causes me to reduce the score to 4 stars.

Cleaning:

Very simple. The nonstick really works.

Summary:

A bit messy, but it works once you get the hang of it. Hopefully my second set was a rare problem in construction. Recommended.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program This is marketed as a Frittata Set, so I'll address that first. A regular frittata starts in a skillet and finishes in the oven. It's sort of a thick, puffy baked omelet. This set allows you to make a frittata completely on the stovetop: you cook the eggs and filling in the larger skillet, then lock the other (preheated) skillet on top and flip the whole thing, to allow the frittata to finish cooking stovetop. I don't really see the point in this. For one thing, how often do people make frittatas? As a Mom, I regularly cook weekend breakfast for a passel of teenaged boys, and I make a frittata maybe once a year. Secondly, I'm not sure that flipping it stovetop is any easier than baking it in the oven. So this pitch is gimmicky to me. (Somewhat of note: Some reviewers state that they used the flipping interlocking pans to make omelets. I guess it's splitting hairs, but from my perspective, omelets by definition are folded over their ingredients, frittatas are open faced -and so if you're flipping your mixture of eggs and filling it's more a frittata. Potato-Potahto.)

But as skillets, this set is very nice. It's 2 nonstick Circulon skillets (one slightly larger). I had Circulon when it first came out, about 20 years ago, and it has evolved this surface is much better. (The grooves are much smaller.) These pans are a handy size for smaller kitchen needs (you could do an omelet in one). I use them for things like sauteeing tomatoes for bruschetta, cooking up shrimp for pasta and shrimpthey're great for those 'smaller burner' jobs that you need to do while using the big burners for the main course. They're also good for grilled cheese, fried eggs, etc. They have an even heat conductivity and they're easy to clean. I like the helper handles and I love that they are safe for metal utensils. They're very handy pans.

PROS:

+ 2 pans

+ Handy size for small to medium jobs

+ Non stick

+ Easy clean

+ Helper handles

+ Safe for metal utensils

+ If you feel it's important, you can in fact interlock them and flip eggs over to cook a frittata stovetop

CONS:

Metal parts of the handles get hot

How often do you make a frittata anyway?

BOTTOM LINE: Frittata or not, these are nice pans to have at hand.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I jumped at the chance to get this because I am a huge lover of egg dishes; they're not just for breakfast for me. When I got this, there were several things I immediately liked:

-The pans were well made. Everything was tight and well designed. The handle grips were comfortable, everything looked solid.

-I loved how they could be used independently.

After using them five times, I've discovered that no matter how hard I try, there's always leakage when I flip. I've tried varying my flipping technique, and my husband has tried as well but we haven't been able to accomplish it. When making multiple frittatas, my stove top looks a mess but the frittatas themselves look lovely and taste delicious.

The pans need to be hand washed but they clean up very easily, both the interior and exterior. Overall, they do help but I just wish these pans really did "tightly seal in ingredients" like the advertising claims.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program This set of skillets is nice. I like the fact that there are handles on both ends. I have used these so far to make omelettes, eggs, and crepes. The non-stick surface performs well, but make sure that the pan is pre-warmed before adding eggs, batter, etc. (not really different than most other pans that way). At least the non-stick surface works better that way. I also REALLY like that you can use metal utensils with these skillets without damaging the non-stick surfaces.

I have to admit that I was worried that the small concentric grooves on the cooking surface of these skillets might be a food trap, but that didn't happen.

The skillets work really well for smaller jobs like omelettes or 1-3 eggs, but they are just a bit too small for bigger jobs, like making crepes. Of course, they weren't made for that, but I wanted to try using them for a variety of things before I submitted my review. I guess what I'm saying is that they are excellent for what they were designed to do, but they are not large enough to be full-sized frying pans.

All in all, I found them to be well constructed, and that they work well for their intended purpose. I will give them 5 stars, but, frankly, I wish that at least one of them was a bit larger. So it's a weak 5-star rating.

I hope this review was helpful to you. Happy New Year!

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Was a great dish but unfortunately smashed for no reason when removing it from the oven. Was cooking at 400F, opened oven door, slid tray out that the dish was on and, bang! Dish now in multiple parts and off to the bin. This was only the third or fourth time this dish was used. It was always hand washed and nothing came into contact with it on removal from the oven. Picking this was faulty but hard to prove. Still gave it 4/5 and would recommend to all. I'm sure this wont happen to everyone.

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I was looking for a nice lasagna pan, preferably with a lid. I already have some of the other pieces in RR's stoneware collection, have been happy with them, so I went with this one. It's a little smaller than the Rachael Ray Stoneware 9-Inch by 13-Inch Rectangular Lasagna Lover Pan, Red, which I was also considering. But I am usually only cooking for two, plus, I wanted one with a lid, which the larger pan does not have. Still, you can make a decent-sized casserole in this one.

I love the way these pieces look; such a fun look and so much nicer than some boring metal or plain Pyrex pan. The stoneware retains the heat very well. They are also super-easy to clean, and are dishwasher-safe. I use thick welding gloves as oven mitts, and the handles on these pans are big enough so I can get a good grip while wearing those gloves.

Highly recommended.

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I really enjoy this product and would recommend it to most anyone. The size is great and can be used for many different dishes from lasagna to casseroles and roasts. The color is great and the overall look is very attractive. This product is very versatile and can go from oven to table and then straight to the fridge for leftovers. I love that! As others have stated this really is a non-stick pan. It is extremely easy to clean as well. I wash mine by hand but it is dishwasher safe as well.

The product is very heavy but I expect that with stoneware. Just be aware that if you are looking for a lighter weight product this is not it.

I also love that the lid fits very snuggly into the main casserole dish. It doesn't slip or slide around and keeps a nice tight fit.

The only thing I would change is the handle on the lid. It is a solid piece and I feel like it will easily slip from my hand if I am not extremely careful. I would much prefer a handle that is open like the side handles on the main pan.

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Gorgeous color. Lasagna fits wonderfully. Goes from oven to table. Then, it goes back to frig IF you have leftovers.

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This is terrific! I love the looks, the ergonomics are great and it is quite large! What a lovely item with which to work and in which to serve! Very pleased!!

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Great product. I have had it several years. Very heavy duty. High quality stainless steel still holds its mirror finish. I would definitely buy this product again. I love the pressure regulator and the two different pressure settings.

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I purchased the Tramontina 6L HD pressure cooker as a replacement for one from another manufacturer (the lid had become warped). I just cannot say enough good things about the Tramontina cooker, which received the top rating from Good housekeeping in a head-to-head test of range-top cookers. This model is very well designed and fabricated, using 18/10 stainless throughout (except for the multi-layer baseplate and the handles). The locking and other safety features are state of the marketplace, including the easy-to-clean pressure regulator valve assembly. But the real proof of this cooker's superiority is in the using; the pot is quick to heat to pressure and extremely easy to control. (My previous cooker required some fiddling with the stove to maintain pressure; this cooker is set-and-forget simple to use.) Cleanup is a breeze and everything I've cooked has come out just as expected--which is to say, perfect! To top it off, the Tramontina is very reasonably priced. In summary, if you're looking for a truly excellent pressure cooker, the Tramontina offers superior workmanship and superior performance at an easy-to-swallow price tag.

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Outstanding value for the price!The dual pressure settings are very useful for cooking a wide range of items from vegetables to pulses.

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I'm so happy with this pressure cooker. It's really easy to use, very sturdy, and made to last, though I suggest reading the book thoroughly and testing it as it explains. Because it doesn't spurt out steam like the old-fashioned kind, but the steam comes out steadily once it reaches pressure (when the red pop-up button stays up), I wasn't sure how much steam should be escaping. The directions were not clear. Finally I read something on a forum that said that once the pressure is reached, you should turn it down as low as possible and very little steam should be escaping. The more steam that escapes, the more water that will evaporate. If the temperature is too high, your food may also burn. Once the red button pops up, turn down the burner until the steam is only escaping slightly but the red button stays put and you can't push it down. Start timing as soon as the red button pops up.

It has a side hole as a safety feature in case the pressure gets too high. It shouldn't if you do what I just suggested. I'm not worried at all that it would ever explode. The top latches on very securely.

This size is nice because even if you cook beans where you can only fill the pot half full, that's still a LOT of beans! And you don't have to worry about them foaming up to the top and clogging the steam escape hole.

I did chick peas in 25 minutes and lentils in 10-15 (depending on how mushy you like them). It's really easy to clean. The steam output mechanism just pops out once it's turned far enough. I recommend soaking everything immediately.

I also read if you're cooking beans, a tablespoon of oil will minimize foam.

The only drawback was that the manual did not give much information on cooking beans. I had to go online to find that information.

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The first piece of meat we cooked was a pork roast (for bbq pulled pork sandwiches)

and the cooker worked wonderfully for this. It would be really convenient if this cooker

included a rack, rather than having to purchase separately, but the cooker worked good

on the ceramic top stove.

Cuisinart 64-13 Contour Hard Anodized 13-Piece Cookware Set Review

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After buying a set of these for my daughter, decided to purchase a set for myself. Now I'm wishing I had tried hers first. I hand wash all of my cookware, but after washing the lids of these pans, the water remains in the edges of the outer rim of the lids. Even after setting them on edge to drip dry, and hand drying them, the water is impossible to get out. A fair amount remains in the lid, and the only way to get the water out is to insert the edge of a paper towel repeatedly around the rim. And who wants to do that every time they wash the pans? The outside seems to stain easily, and the handles on the lids get hot, as there is no rubberized cushion on the handle that the higher end cookware offers. Wishing I had done a little more research...

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The finish on the pots and pans does not last. Even if you follow the instructions, medium heat, hand wash, the exterior finish will turn chalky and eventually wear off to bare metal. Don't waste your money if you care what your cookware looks like.

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I am still getting use to these pots and pans. I had my Farberware set for over 25 years. The Cuisinart set cooks evenly and quickly. Downside is lids and handles get hot so I always have to remember to use a hot pad.

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Hard Anodized Aluminum Cookware

The handles are comfortable, and it cooks as can be expected. Yes It cooks evenly, and they are not cumbersome.

Pros: They where priced well.

Cons: The Tops could be better; however I don't believe any Cookware manufacturer is making actual good tops, that are both functional, and ergonomic. So they are all about the same. You know with the little hole in the top for draining, or steam release, or whatever.

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The interior of this cookware is very satisfactory. The lids slide off too easily. The handles, where they attach to the pan, collect food and grime that cannot be removed. The exterior of the pans scratches easily, even with careful, gentle hand washing, just by allowing the pans to touch each other in the same cupboard. The exterior stains very quickly and becomes unsightly after a few uses. Even a special $15 hard anodized cookware cleaner we bought from Bed Bath and Beyond does not remove the stains. So, your cookware looks very old and worn out in just a few months.

Cheap Farberware Classic 17-Piece Cookware Set

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I had put these on my wish list as a future splurge and was surprised and pleased when my hubbie bought them for me for my birthday last month! (LOVE that other folks can see my wish list!) I have owned Farberware before, but, only one or two pans...after twenty years or so, a handle had loosened, a pan lid was missing, etc. but they were still going strong! I don't think you can get a better quality of cookware at this price! (I had looked at other brands of aluminum clad stainless steel cookware and found they were HUNDREDS of dollars!) I have a ceramic cooktop and have found that many of the pots and pans I've tried have warped immediately and were instantly useless on the ceramic top (where things have to be perfectly flat to work). Not so with these pots and pans! They stay flat and heat up quickly. This set has a nice variety of sizes (my only complaint is that it doesn't contain a 6 quart stock pot). The lids fit well and the pots and pans have wonderful rings on the handles that allow hanging on any pot rack! The skillets are small, but, really good (the non-stick surface is thick and the pans heat up well and clean up easily). The set also came with three stainless bowls with plastic covers (perfect for chilling cookie dough), also with rings for hanging. I am pleasantly surprised as well by the baking pan. I usually use glass, but, my lemon bars baked up very nicely in this pan. The cookie sheet, though extremely small, is also impressive. It doesn't warp under high heat and I have used it for making garlic toast and as a pan under pies and breads with no problem. In fact, I plan to put Farberware cookie sheets on my wish list next! If you a looking to replace pots and pans, or, want to give someone you love a much appreciated gift that will last for years and years, I recommend this wonderful set!

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Seems to be a good product but we do have a older set and the new set is not as well made as the older set. The metal is thinner , the lids are cheaply made and the handles are just plain plastic. Time will tell if they will hold up or not. The old set needs a couple of handles replaced and I was informed by Farberware that there no longer are handles available for the old set and when I inquired about handles for the new set I was told there are not any replacement handles available. Am already disappointed as I know the handles on the new set will not hold up well.

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For the price of this product, the Farberware Classic line cannot be beat! The variety of pot and skillet sizes available, along with interchangeable lids, is a real plus in my kitchen. Clean up is easy and required storage space is minimal. The first set I owned for 23 years. This new set was a treat to myself since my oldest is moving out to set up his own household...with my old Farberware!

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I bought this set for my girlfriend and she loves it. She knocked on the bottom of the 8 qt stockpot to see how thick it is and she said it sounds just like her mother's pot which is at least 30 years old. She says Farberware is the best.

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Just like Grandma used to have!

Yes these pots and pans have been slightly updated from their older version, but they still function and clean up just as well. I purchased these because my Grandmother had a set of them my whole life and they were always dependable, and seemingly indestructible. I say indestructible because I have managed to destroy many non stick pots: scratching the coat off and melting the coat of non stick yuckynessand that literally stinks horribly and ruins the meal and the pot! The Farberware pots and pans are heavy duty, stainless steel, and best of allthere's no non stick coating on the pots to ruin if you leave your beans unattended (in my case cleaning house) with the fire up a tad too high. The lids are not glass, they are also stainless steel. So no dropping lids and stressing the glass which in turn eventually break. These stainless steel lids sit nicely on the pots, the bell shape keeps the moisture in the pot and when the lid is removed the bell shape actually helps with not dripping the condensation on the lid all over the stove.

This Farberware Classic Stainless Steel set is perfect for any cook of any age. For young cooks who are learning, for cooks who try to fold the laundry while the beans have 2 minutes left, for cooks who are a little clumsy and drop their kitchenware, and even the older much more experienced cooks who just want a good high quality classic cookware set. Regardless of the age or expertise, this set is hands down the best that is out there for anyone! And I must addI searched everywhere including macy's, sears, walmart, target, and tons of places online. This was the only set I ever saw that was a great brand, that had stainless steel lids, and sturdy design. After moving out on my own I have ruined 3 sets of nonstick pots. I laugh now because now that I have this set, it will never happen again. The Farberware Classic Stainless Steel 17-Piece Cookware Set is the best cookware set on the market today!

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I love this pan, BUT after less than a dozen uses, I've noticed small holes in the ceramic coating! There are already knicks on the rim, and one in the middle of the pan. I can't imagine why, because I only use wooden and non-stick safe spatulas and spoons. I wash it gently by hand, never using anything abrasive. I'm so disappointed because I spent a lot of time searching for this after choosing to switch to ceramic cookware. :(

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Nonstick and easy to clean but does scratch very easily. Real Porcelain or ceramic is like glass and would be extremely resistant to scratching. Made in China. UPDATE: After two months of use, this pan nonstick qualities are greatly diminished. I would not purchase again.

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Well, if I didn't have to make this 20 words, I'd just say I LOVE IT! Non-toxic, easy to clean, even heat, retains heat, non-stick, pretty, lid is heavy weight with steam vent, what else can one ask? Can't think of one "con". I've had it for about 2 months, and have used it almost daily since.

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The first two times I used this pan I was totally satisfied. The third time, I noticed some discoloration and the non stick quality was somewhat lessened. Now, after only about 7 uses, the pan is practically impossible to cook with. Even if I use oil, the food sticks to the surface and clean up is difficult. The center portion is discolored and can not be restored. Sorry I bought it, and will probably throw it out.

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I absolutely love this pan!! It heats up quickly with lower heat than a normal frying pan. Nothing sticks to it and it cleans up easily with a paper towel. There is no more mess to go down the drain and clog your sink just throw the paper towel away and wash it. I have even cooked bacon in the pan and it came out very crispy. Even cheese doesn't stick to it. It is amazing and I have been cooking for over 35 years.

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I bought a set of these years ago, and used them almost daily...freezer to oven to table, on the range..never a problem, and wanted to replace the same sized casserole. As the previous reviewer stated,the rough and unfinished bottom of the dish was coarse and gritty, and scratched my table and counter. What a disappointment! I don't believe the older set I have was made in China, but here in the USA. Save your money!

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i was not happy with this purchase because the dishes had an oval raised ring on the bottom that is very rough. this will scratch my counter and microwave. i would have returned this purchasehad had i not thrown the boxes away. sorry for the unfavorable reply. tom milan (age 73)

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The original Corningware cookware hasn't been manufactured since the late '90's after the brand was sold to another company. The original could be used on top of the stove, under the broiler, and in the freezer. The new company altered the cookware and eliminated the flameware properties and begin production of the Corningware products that we have today. According to the Corningware website, these products can still be placed in the freezer, but are not to be used on the stovetop or under the broiler. However, the use and care guide for this dish does not mention anything about freezer use or from freezer to oven use. It says pretty much that the Corningware stoneware bakeware can be used for baking, serving, and re-heating food. I intend to go by the instructions in the guide and not use mine in the freezer.

I just bought the 1 1/2 & 2 1/2 oval baking dishes. I also have the au gratins, and the round souffle French White dishes, which I have had about 6 years. Being curious about the comments about the coarse and gritty ridge piece under the bottom of the oval dishes, I took a peek and saw that it's just an unglazed piece of ceramic that is probably there for heat diffusion or to prevent the bottom of the dish from getting scratched up, maybe both. The unglazed piece is not gritty and certainly not rough enough to scratch up countertops and tables. Mine aren't anyway.

Having said all of that, I really like my Corningware pieces, and I think they perform very well for their intended purpose as bakeware. My older pieces are still like new, free from chips or rough edges. I always spray mine with a little cooking spray before using them so even baked on cheese is easy to remove. I bought the plastic and glass lids, which have to be purchased separately, unless buying a set, so I could have the glass one for baking use, and the plastic one when storing the food in the fridge.

If interested in ceramic bakeware that can be used in the oven as well as under the broiler then this is not the cookware to purchase. The Emile Henry and Le Crueset lines would be better suited to meet those needs.

For those looking for bakeware that can be taken from the oven to the table at an affordable price, then I recommend the Corningware line which includes a variety of pieces, sets, and colors to choose from.

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The original "French White" Corningware was made of their famous pyroceramic glass, which could be used on the gas stove, put directly in the freezer, put under the broiler right from the freezer, and oh yes, also used in a microwave. And it was very unlikely to shatter if dropped. If you pounded on it with a hammer and nail you might have gotten it to break.

When World Kitchens bought the license from Corning, they decided to halt production of a line of cookware that would take anything and last forever, and dupe customers, especially brides, into thinking the stoneware "French White" was the same thing as the wonderful French White pyroceramic cookware previously available.

The pattern is attractive and can be used with any decor, but this stuff is not, repeat, really not, what people mean when they say "Corningware."

Le Creuset can do most of the above mentioned, but it being metal you cannot use it in the microwave. Stoneware cannot go on top of the stove, and repeated trips from the freezer to the oven will eventually cause it to craze and crack. And being stoneware, it will also chip, and break if dropped, etc. Pyrex glassware cannot go on the gas stove although you can take it from the freezer to the oven, and also microwave it.

The only product which could do anything was pyroceramic, and World Kitchens has chosen to remove it from the market because it is "too good."

They have recently brought back a few of the old square shapes, with the Cornflower, or plain white, calling it "vintage," but the French White shape is not making an appearance yet. If you want it, email them and ask for it!

Meanwhile, don't buy this stuff. Get Le Creuset for cooking and roasting (yes it is expensive but it lasts forever and cooks beautifully), and reheat things in Pyrex in the microwave.

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It appears that I should have read the reviews before purchasing. I too have several french white pieces that I purchsed years ago that I'm very pleased with. Seems the quality and construction has declined dramatically (over the past few years). From what I can tell about Amazon's return policy, I'd have to pay to return the item. Maybe I'll buy a dog and use it as a feeding dish ;-)

P.S., (I won't be buing any more corningWare)!