Recommend good nonstick skillets - Page 2

arthrovine · 07-13-2020, 01:58 AM

Don’t spend $$ on nonsticks. Replace yearly to avoid wear of surface. Sometime Costco has a set.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GWG0T2..._ivadFbETYQNQR

puttbork · 07-13-2020, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by arthrovine

Don’t spend $$ on nonsticks. Replace yearly to avoid wear of surface. Sometime Costco has a set.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GWG0T2..._ivadFbETYQNQR

Since I only have 2 nonstick pans this is exactly what I do, buy a T-Fal or Oxo and replace after a year.

bschoen · 07-13-2020, 09:30 AM

Costco Business center is basically a restaurant supply. For 20-30$ you can get what the pros use, they do not use so-claimed high end pans, they use what works and is durable. Smart& Final, if you have one is also a good source for pro level pans. Restaurant Supply is another.

food4thot · 07-13-2020, 09:32 AM

Thing is, I don't want aluminum cookware. I should have mentioned that in the OP.

16Adams · 07-13-2020, 10:24 AM

Cast iron 5-6-8
Use them use them often then use them more. I love my Griswold but use vintage Wagner S-O most. You can cook bake fry smoke etc etc.
How ever I do have two sizes of non stick skillets. Sam’s Club. Any damage to them was done tossing another skillet (cast iron) on top in the skillet pantry. Sam’s Club are heavy duty. Like the PK Grill Of aluminum pans. Regardless of what you buy -tossing cast iron into non stick—Don’t do that.

1MoreFord · 07-13-2020, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by food4thot

Thing is, I don't want aluminum cookware. I should have mentioned that in the OP.

What do you have against coated aluminum?

jzadski · 07-13-2020, 11:35 AM

We just got green pans (got a parrot so must have) and so far so good. I read a few reviews including Americas Test Kitchen saying you shouldn't pay a lot for nonstick since they don't last. Even though they say dishwasher safe I wouldn't do it. Subtracts the life

Mikhail · 07-13-2020, 11:43 AM

Henkel Granitium if you can find them. Got an 8, 10 and 12 inch set from Costco for $59. This stuff is tough as nails. Nonstick and you can use metal utensils, oven safe to 500 I think.

Sid Post · 07-13-2020, 03:34 PM

Dishwasher detergents are very hard on non-stick coatings.

I've tried most of them and use Stainless Steel clad if it is acidic (tomatoes, lemon, etc.), cast iron if want a hard sear (great thermal capacity) or if it has a lot of fat or grease, and keep a single cheap throw away aluminum non-stick pan for egg dishes like omelets and frittatas, otherwise a bit of canola, butter or, bacon fat works wonders for a fried egg ... mmmm ...

food4thot · 07-13-2020, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 1MoreFord

What do you have against coated aluminum?

Aluminum and I have a history of not getting along.

Little over 25 years ago started developing pain in my left shoulder. Didn't worry about it much because I'm right-handed. Got progressively worse over the next year and a half to the point I couldn't raise my left arm from my side to even 90°. Chiropractor I was seeing was no help...performed excruciatingly painful adjustments, yanking up on my left elbow while it was at my side.

Ran into a naturopathic doctor...long story. He diagnosed my issue in less than a minute without any fancy equipment, free of charge. Said I likely had a benign tumor. Told me to quit using antiperspirants (main ingredient in all of them is aluminum oxide). It worked. 3-4 months later my left shoulder was pain-free and back to normal operating range. Been using only deodorants ever since and shoulder is still fine. I recommend quitting antiperspirants to all, especially anyone experiencing shoulder pain.

As far as cookware, will never chance aluminum again, coated or not.

jimstocks53 · 07-13-2020, 06:16 PM

Non-stick rarely lasts more than a couple of years - Tops - in regular use. I have learned the hard way that it isn't worth it to buy a high end non-stick. I love my cast iron but it is damn heavy. My new blue steel is significantly lighter but still has to be babied like cast iron. Ditto on the Sam's stuff.

Bbq_lover · 07-14-2020, 09:40 AM

I went with carbon steel. Polished is the way to go...easy to season and eggs slide around beautifully.

Matfer Bourgeat Black Steel Fry Pan, 11 7/8" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KENOTK..._EoCdFbNKB4P79

food4thot · 07-14-2020, 10:03 AM

After further investigation discovered the Viking skillet I ordered has an aluminum core. Cancelled the order.

I'm gonna try carbon steel. Not dishwasher safe. Care is similar to cast iron. This one is pre-seasoned and inexpensive.

Lodge 12 Inch Seasoned Carbon Steel Skillet

food4thot · 07-14-2020, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Bbq_lover

I went with carbon steel. Polished is the way to go...easy to season and eggs slide around beautifully.

Matfer Bourgeat Black Steel Fry Pan, 11 7/8" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KENOTK..._EoCdFbNKB4P79

Saw this review recommending that skillet

Equipment Review: Best Carbon-Steel Skillets

willsands · 07-14-2020, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by food4thot

Saw this review recommending that skillet

Equipment Review: Best Carbon-Steel Skillets

You may enjoy Uncle Scott's carbon steel pan reviews. He has quite a few videos including this one for the Lodge carbon steel.

07-13-2020, 01:58 AM	#16
arthrovine Is lookin for wood to cook with. Join Date: 01-11-19 Location: Oregon Name/Nickname : j	Don’t spend $$ on nonsticks. Replace yearly to avoid wear of surface. Sometime Costco has a set. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GWG0T2..._ivadFbETYQNQR __________________ Artisan Pro Gasser GMG DB with Wifi + Lumberjack pellets 22" Weber Performer Premium + Weber Charcoal Beefer lovingly temporarily donated: 2004 Weber Genesis Silver B

07-13-2020, 09:32 AM	#19
food4thot is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 07-31-14 Location: Troy, MI Name/Nickname : Erik, E	Thing is, I don't want aluminum cookware. I should have mentioned that in the OP. __________________ Green Weber Performer w/Rotisserie Kit--18.5 WSM--OTS--Jumbo Joe--Ninja Woodfire--TW8060--Michigan State Green Thermapen

07-13-2020, 10:24 AM	#20
16Adams somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 01-16-13 Location: USA	Cast iron 5-6-8 Use them use them often then use them more. I love my Griswold but use vintage Wagner S-O most. You can cook bake fry smoke etc etc. How ever I do have two sizes of non stick skillets. Sam’s Club. Any damage to them was done tossing another skillet (cast iron) on top in the skillet pantry. Sam’s Club are heavy duty. Like the PK Grill Of aluminum pans. Regardless of what you buy -tossing cast iron into non stick—Don’t do that. __________________ Tiernan SOB34, Primo Oval XL, Oklahoma Joe's Bronco, Oklahoma Joe's Highland, Pit Boss Austin XL, Pit Boss Table Top

07-13-2020, 11:35 AM	#22
jzadski Babbling Farker Join Date: 11-06-14 Location: Lapeer, MI Name/Nickname : Joe	We just got green pans (got a parrot so must have) and so far so good. I read a few reviews including Americas Test Kitchen saying you shouldn't pay a lot for nonstick since they don't last. Even though they say dishwasher safe I wouldn't do it. Subtracts the life __________________ 14" CBS, 18" & 22" WSM, Weber Kettle, Ducane Gasser, Rec Tec-680, MB-560, Blackstone 36"

07-13-2020, 11:43 AM	#23
Mikhail Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-27-15 Location: Cincinnati OH Name/Nickname : Mik	Henkel Granitium if you can find them. Got an 8, 10 and 12 inch set from Costco for $59. This stuff is tough as nails. Nonstick and you can use metal utensils, oven safe to 500 I think. __________________ PK Classic Grill, Weber One Touch 22" Copper, Broil King Signet 320

07-13-2020, 09:30 AM	#18
bschoen Babbling Farker Join Date: 12-27-17 Location: State of Denial Name/Nickname : Bruce	Costco Business center is basically a restaurant supply. For 20-30$ you can get what the pros use, they do not use so-claimed high end pans, they use what works and is durable. Smart& Final, if you have one is also a good source for pro level pans. Restaurant Supply is another.

07-13-2020, 03:34 PM	#24
Sid Post is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 05-31-13 Location: East Texas, USA	Dishwasher detergents are very hard on non-stick coatings. I've tried most of them and use Stainless Steel clad if it is acidic (tomatoes, lemon, etc.), cast iron if want a hard sear (great thermal capacity) or if it has a lot of fat or grease, and keep a single cheap throw away aluminum non-stick pan for egg dishes like omelets and frittatas, otherwise a bit of canola, butter or, bacon fat works wonders for a fried egg ... mmmm ... __________________ Shirley 24x42, Evie Mae patio, a 'herd' of WSM's, 26" Weber Kettle, ...

07-13-2020, 06:16 PM	#26
jimstocks53 Take a breath! Join Date: 02-05-13 Location: Tyler, TX	Non-stick rarely lasts more than a couple of years - Tops - in regular use. I have learned the hard way that it isn't worth it to buy a high end non-stick. I love my cast iron but it is damn heavy. My new blue steel is significantly lighter but still has to be babied like cast iron. Ditto on the Sam's stuff.

07-14-2020, 09:40 AM	#27
Bbq_lover Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 08-06-13 Location: Dallas, tx	I went with carbon steel. Polished is the way to go...easy to season and eggs slide around beautifully. Matfer Bourgeat Black Steel Fry Pan, 11 7/8" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KENOTK..._EoCdFbNKB4P79

07-14-2020, 10:03 AM	#28
food4thot is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 07-31-14 Location: Troy, MI Name/Nickname : Erik, E	After further investigation discovered the Viking skillet I ordered has an aluminum core. Cancelled the order. I'm gonna try carbon steel. Not dishwasher safe. Care is similar to cast iron. This one is pre-seasoned and inexpensive. Lodge 12 Inch Seasoned Carbon Steel Skillet __________________ Green Weber Performer w/Rotisserie Kit--18.5 WSM--OTS--Jumbo Joe--Ninja Woodfire--TW8060--Michigan State Green Thermapen