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Cookware

This page collects the tools I rely on most for cooking food and maintaining even heating. Chosen for their usefulness, durability, and the way they support good technique. You won’t find everything here, just the things that consistently earn their place in my kitchen and help make cooking more deliberate, reliable, and enjoyable.

Cookware is where heat meets food, and the way that heat is delivered makes a real difference. A pan that heats evenly and responds predictably gives you more control, whether you’re searing, simmering, or building flavor slowly.

Good cookware removes guesswork. When a pan holds heat well and behaves the same way every time, it’s easier to focus on timing, seasoning, and technique instead of compensating for hot spots or thin materials.

You don’t need every pan on the shelf to cook well. A small collection of reliable cookware, chosen for how it performs rather than how it looks, will handle most meals and improve the results you get day after day

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Stainless Steel Pan
A stainless steel pan excels at even heat, strong searing, and building fond for pan sauces. It earns its place because it’s versatile, durable, and teaches you how heat and timing really work..

  • Fully clad construction

  • Flat, thick base

  • Oven-safe handle

  • Comfortable weight and balance

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Carbon Steel Pan
Carbon steel heats quickly and develops a natural nonstick surface with use, making it ideal for high-heat cooking and quick transitions. It bridges the gap between stainless and cast iron while staying light and responsive.

  • Smooth, uncoated surface

  • Solid riveted handle

  • Even thickness throughout

  • Oven-safe construction

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Splatter Guard
A splatter guard keeps grease where it belongs without trapping steam the way a lid can. It earns its spot by making high-heat cooking cleaner without interfering with browning.

  • Fine mesh for airflow

  • Heat-resistant handle

  • Fits multiple pan sizes

  • Easy to clean/ dishwasher safe

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Stainless Steel Cooking Sheets
Good sheet pans are the backbone of roasting, baking, and prep work. Having multiple sizes lets you match the pan to the job, which improves heat circulation and results. Try to avoid non-stick or aluminum cooking sheets.

  • Heavy-gauge stainless steel

  • Rolled or reinforced edges

  • Flat surface (no warping)

  • Sizes that match your oven

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Saucepan
A saucepan offers precise control for sauces, grains, and reheating without scorching. It’s essential for tasks that reward steady heat and attention to detail.

  • Even heat distribution

  • Tight-fitting lid

  • Comfortable pouring edge

  • Stable base

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Pot Holders
Reliable pot holders protect your hands without slipping or compressing under heat. They earn their place by making hot cookware safer and easier to handle, especially when moving fast.

  • Heat-resistant materials

  • Non-slip grip

  • Adequate thickness

  • Easy to clean

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Large Pot with Lid
A large pot handles soups, stocks, pasta, and batch cooking with ease. The lid helps control evaporation and heat, making it a dependable tool for longer cooks.

  • Thick bottom for heat retention

  • Secure, well-fitting lid

  • Sturdy handles

  • Size that suits batch cooking

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Roasting Rack
A roasting rack lifts food above the pan, allowing hot air to circulate evenly on all sides. It earns its place by improving browning, reducing sogginess, and turning a sheet pan into a more versatile cooking surface. This will doubles as a cooling rack also.

  • Oven-safe construction/ non-coated

  • Fits standard sheet pans

  • Stable feet or raised design

  • Easy to clean