Is It Time To Replace Your Cookware? Here’s How To Tell
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Every material has a different lifespan. Do you know yours?
We all use cookware, ranging from nonstick pans to copper. But when is it time to replace the pots and pans with something newer that’s not hazardous to our health or will affect the quality of our food?
Daniel Modlin, a former editor at Food & Wine, thinks home cooks shouldn’t spend a lot of money on cookware. “They should invest in the best cookware set they can afford without overspending, based on how often they cook,” he said. “A high-end titanium stainless steel set isn’t necessary for those who cook infrequently. If they have concerns about Teflon, cast iron pans are a great alternative. Watching for sales can help save money, and for those on a tight budget, thrift stores, yard sales, garage sales, Facebook marketplace, and second-hand shops can be an excellent place to find quality cookware at a fraction of the cost.”
He said consumers “should check for warping by placing the pan on a flat surface, avoid scratched or peeling nonstick, and make sure handles are secure.”
Maricel Gentile, chef and owner of Maricel’s Kitchen, a hub for cooking classes, catering and a chef’s table, uses different types of cookware, from long-lasting high-end to more affordable options.
“At home, I tend to invest in higher-end, heavier cookware,” she said. “It might seem counterintuitive, but in a professional kitchen, cookware takes a lot of abuse. It gets dropped, dinged, and dented constantly. Because of that, in my professional kitchen, I focus on getting the best quality possible without overspending.”
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