Cooking: High Quality Cookware

Which Cookware To Choose?

admin — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:32:19 +0000

There is a good article in the National Post about cookware. It is kind of similar to another article I mentioned previously that also talks about different cookware options, although this one adds some interesting background information. Check it out here.

Tips on Choosing Cookware

admin — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 10:17:43 +0000

On redding there is a short but useful article on choosing cookware. It talks about the benefits and downsides of aluminum cookware, stainless steel cookware, copper, iron and enamel cookware and also names their favourite brands for each kind of cookware. If you want a quick overview about different choices of cookware, this is a good one.

Discovery Channel Shows You How Cookware Is Manufactured

admin — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 06:51:10 +0000

If you ever wanted to see how cookware is being made in the factories, then you should mark down October 2nd – Discovery channel will air an episode of “Factory Made” that is about how the cookware manufacturer Regal Ware is making it’s aluminum cookware.

It will surely be an interesting episode. You can read a bit more about it here.

What To Look For In Copper Cookware

admin — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 11:15:26 +0000

When you buy copper cookware, there are a couple of things that you should watch out for, no matter what brand you go for.

So, what should you look for when buying copper cookware? One thing is: a THICK layer of copper. The thicker, the better. Copper is great because it distributes heat evenly, so you don’t have the problem of hot spots.

Another thing that you shold be aware of is the usability. If you have thick copper layers, it might add to the weight. Can you comfortably and easily move it around? Does it have good handles?

The quality of your cookware makes a real difference in your everyday food experience. Even if you have great ingredients and good cooking skills – you will feel and taste the difference with every bite you take.

Revere 2-Quart Steamer Helps Add Veggies to Any Dinner

admin — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 21:36:08 +0000

Are you struggling to get your family 5 servings of fruit & vegetables a day? As I’ve worked to include more veggies at each meal, I’ve found the Revere 2-quart cover saucepan with a steamer insert to be indispensible. I use this pan to make steamed veggies without adding fat almost everyday.

Although not as fashionable as some of the newer pans, Revere pans are a reliable performer in any kitchen. In fact the design may remind you of your grandmothers cookware. This company has been in the pan making business for a long time. These stainless steel pans are solid, but not excessively heavy and evenly distribute heat. The lids fit well and help trap the steam. I also appreciate the long handles that stay cool on the stove.

Vegetable steaming is an art. You’ll need to experiment to find the level of doneness that your family prefers. My family likes a bit of crunch to remain in the cooked veggies. My routine is to heat the water to a boil in the saucepan while I’m cutting and cleaning the fresh veggies. Then I add the veggies, steam for a minute or two. Next I turn off the stove and move the pot to a cool burner until I’m ready to serve everything.

Often I’ll place the steamer and saucepan right on the table (with a trivet), so my veggies stay warm until served. These pans are a pleasure to use, especially when compared to using an expandable vegetable steamer that will fit into any pan. While the expandable steamers produce a good tasting steamed veggies, I find it very hard to remove the veggies from the pan.

The Revere 2 quart saucepan with a steamer insert is must for people on low fat diets trying to increase their vegetable intake.