What Are the Essential Cookware Pieces?
The amount of cookware and gadgets available for the kitchen can be overwhelming, particularly if you are just starting out and have no idea where to begin. Skip the gimmicky unitaskers, too-small or too-large pots and pans and stock your kitchen with these five essentials. Does this Spark an idea?
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Cast Iron Skillet
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A 10-inch cast iron skillet is a must-have. It can be used to fry eggs, deep fry chicken, and even bake cornbread.
Saucepan
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A two-quart saucepan is essential for making sauces and gravies, single servings of pasta and rice, and for warming up a can of soup.
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4- to 6-Quart Pot
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Get a larger-sized saucepan or a dutch oven for your main pan. You'll use this four- to six-quart pot to make homemade soups and stews, cook dried beans, and braise.
Non-Stick Skillet
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If you cook a lot of eggs or fish, or just want to use less fat when cooking, a non-stick skillet is a must. Look for one with a little heft to it that isn't too expensive; they don't last as long as other cookware pieces.
Stainless Steel Skillet or Stockpot
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If you sear a lot of meat, you'll want to get a 12-inch stainless steel skillet. If you tend to make a lot of pasta and stocks, you should invest in a large stockpot. If you do both, you really ought to get both.
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