frankj1
  • frankj1
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3 years ago
where else would I go but to these sacred forums for the Word on something so important?

Short version: Daughter getting married in November. Asked for thoughts on what cookware she should "list".
She's actually a pretty good cook, pretty good baker as well.

She and future son-in-law look like they will be owning for several years so not too concerned about a future induction range for now.

Doesn't want the most expensive but some brand of trustworthy quality and performance.

Told her I would talk to the experts...
ZRX1200
3 years ago
Mr. Jones
3 years ago
Nothing ...

And I mean N.O.T.H.I.N.G. COOKS BETTER THAN...

CAST IRON - GRISWOLD OR WAGNER

AND

VINTAGE REVERE WEAR COPPER CLAD STAINLESS ANYTHING

AND

CALAPHON INDUCTION TOP READY TOTAL STAINLESS...

THAT IS THE ONLY CORRECT ANSWER...

F##K TEFLON
F##K INSTAPOT
F##K PAULA DEAN
F##K EMERIL
F##K ANY OTHER COOK WEAR AT ALL...
Ram27
3 years ago
My job is done here once again Z comes through. =d>
frankj1
  • frankj1
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3 years ago
will pass this along.

must make a correction...she will be renting, not owning for the foreseeable future and that's why induction range is unlikely any time soon.
MACS
3 years ago
I'm not a fan of stainless steel cookware, but I am not a chef.

I can bbq really well, though. 🇨🇮
Abrignac
3 years ago
As a former restaurant apprentice chef I can say with 98.2% accuracy that the All-Clad brand is highly desirable. If she is a serious home chef the Bonded Copper Core line is the way to go. Otherwise, I’d opt for the D5 Polished line.

Of course if she has a rich sugar-daddy springing for the set then she can look at Mauviel M’200 Line. Sold piece by piece. Putting together a 10 piece set will run north of $5000.

Disclaimer: I own a few pieces of the All-Clad D5 and I find them to be outstanding.
Abrignac
3 years ago

Nothing ...

And I mean N.O.T.H.I.N.G. COOKS BETTER THAN...

CAST IRON - GRISWOLD OR WAGNER

AND

VINTAGE REVERE WEAR COPPER CLAD STAINLESS ANYTHING

AND

CALAPHON INDUCTION TOP READY TOTAL STAINLESS...

THAT IS THE ONLY CORRECT ANSWER...

F##K TEFLON
F##K INSTAPOT
F##K PAULA DEAN
F##K EMERIL
F##K ANY OTHER COOK WEAR AT ALL...

Mr. Jones wrote:



Uncoated cast iron reacts with anything acidic. So it great for rustic cooking, but it sucks on the gourmet front. Nothing will turn fish stew a palette sickening black quicker.

That said, every gourmet should have at least one Le Creuset Dutch oven. It’s ability to render a perfect ossu bucco is phenomenal.

BuckyB93
3 years ago
For frying and skillet pans, I'm a big supporter of cast iron.

For boiling sauce, rice, pasta, or steaming veggies etc. I'd go with a sturdy anodized aluminum.

NINE!
ZRX1200
3 years ago
Carbon steel pans do everything cast iron does with less weight.
Stogie1020
3 years ago

Carbon steel pans do everything cast iron does with less weight.

ZRX1200 wrote:


I own a few Misen carbon steel and I have to agree. I keep a nonstick skillet around for acidic dishes.
izonfire
3 years ago
Nuthin, and I mean nuthin beats the Ruffoni Historia Extenda-Fork holding your favorite slab of meat over a smoking mesquite fire…
Cheno
3 years ago
Hexclad. They are amazing.
HockeyDad
3 years ago

As a former restaurant apprentice chef I can say with 98.2% accuracy that the All-Clad brand is highly desirable. If she is a serious home chef the Bonded Copper Core line is the way to go. Otherwise, I’d opt for the D5 Polished line.

Of course if she has a rich sugar-daddy springing for the set then she can look at Mauviel M’200 Line. Sold piece by piece. Putting together a 10 piece set will run north of $5000.

Disclaimer: I own a few pieces of the All-Clad D5 and I find them to be outstanding.

Abrignac wrote:





I bought a set of All-Clad Copper Core during ‘Rona and replaced vintage Revere ware that I had for 30 years. Should have upgraded years earlier. All-Clad is great but pricey. You get what you pay for.

You need some Calphalon for non stock as well.
DrafterX
3 years ago
Sunoverbeach
3 years ago
A stick for roasting over fire. Challenging with soups and sauces, but otherwise all purpose

That pizza stone does kick much azz though
KingoftheCove
3 years ago
Wagner Ware cast iron……………period.
Get three skillets…..small, med, large.
Get a Dutch Oven.
Get a Roaster.

You will have to look at various online markets, flea markets, yard sales, etc.
Season them properly if needed.
Will last many lifetimes with simple care.
Mr. Jones
3 years ago
KOC agrees wit' meeeeee!!!
Mr. Jones
3 years ago
#8 abrignac has a good point
LeCruseut Dutch ovens are awesome, I have 2
And 2 enamel coated LeC's "fry" pans that a I don't fry in...Sautee at low Temps yes...
8trackdisco
3 years ago
future induction range

What does that mean?
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