These coatings are almost universally made of fluoropolymers - large molecules in which fluorine atoms insulate carbon atoms. By bonding these chemicals to the cooking surface of pots and pans, they become incredibly resistant to sticky foods, making both cooking and cleaning easier and more enjoyable. It wasn’t until the 1960s that we started to see Teflon and other similar chemicals being used in the construction of cookware. Dupont trademarked the compound Teflon, and for the next 30 years sold it for various military and industrial uses. Roy Plunkett stumbled on a combination of molecules that created a very slick, slippery surface.
In the late 1930s, while working on a new alternative refrigerant at the DuPont company, Dr. Stainless steel base, hard anodized (PFOA, lead, cadmium free)ħ: 1 stockpot, 3 saucepans, 1 saute, 2 skilletsĪluminum, porcelain enamel exterior, Dupont Teflon non stickĦ: 1 stockpot, 2 saucepans, 1 saute, 2 skilletsĪluminum core, non-stick ceramic coating (PTFE, PFOA, PFA, heavy metal-free)Ĥ: 1 stockpot, 1 saucepan, 1 saute, 1 skilletĪluminum, titanium and ceramic finish (PFOA, PTFE, PFOS free)ĥ: 1 stockpot, 2 saucepans, 1 saute, 1 skilletĦ: 1 stockpot, 2 saucepans, 1 griddle, 2 skilletsĪluminum and sturdy hard enamel porcelain exteriors certain colors PFOA-free Safety: Are the materials used in the nonstick coating safe for my family and the environment?Ĭompare the 7 nonstick cookware sets we tested Product Nameħ: 1 stockpot, 3 saucepans, 2 saute, 1 skillet.Versatility: Can the items go in the oven? Can metallic utensils be used on the pans?.Aesthetics: Will the cookware look great in my kitchen?.Variety: Does the whole set cover all my cooking needs?.Cleaning: Are the pots and pans easily washed and cared for?.
Durability: Is the cookware likely to hold up to years of use?.Heating: Does the surface heat evenly, avoiding cool spots and unevenly cooked food?.Release: Do food items easily slide off the cooking surface without the use of oils?.From the 20-something progressing from cooking a late-night grilled-cheese sandwich to the proudest home chef, everyone has something to say about why they either love or hate their current cookware.įrom our research, we found that the following characteristics and standards define what people are looking for in nonstick pans: Then, we crowdsourced to discover common complaints, experiences and expectations. Posts from the Environmental Working Group and forums on WebMD also helped us begin to understand some of the concerns regarding particular nonstick surfaces. Articles and reviews from Bon Appetit, Good Housekeeping, and Cooks Illustrated provided a great foundation.
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