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Cooking Purpose

    Last but not least, the classic cast iron skillet is a must-have for any kitchen.  Cast Iron Frying Pan retains and distributes heat evenly, making it perfect for searing, frying, and even baking.

    Large enameled pots with lids are perfect for cooking large batches of soups, stews or pasta.  Large Enamel Pots With Lids spacious interior provides plenty of room for cooking and simmering ingredients, making it ideal for feeding a crowd or preparing meals ahead of time.  The enameled cast iron lid helps lock in heat and moisture, ensuring your dishes cook to perfection.

How to Clean a Cast Iron Skillet

“There are a few things to consider when you’re buying cookware, including how you cook, durability, and price,” says Lance Nitahara, an assistant professor at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) in Hyde Park, N.Y. “On the low end of the price scale are nonstick and cast iron; copper is on the high end. But each does a different thing.”

Below, you’ll find advice on how to choose the right frying pan for how you cook, plus highlights of top-performing pans from CR’s tests, listed alphabetically and not by rank. You can see how all the pans we test perform in our frying pan ratings and learn more about the different types of pans in our cookware buying guide.