When it comes to choosing cookware and cooking utensils, the options are endless. Fortunately, this quiz will help you narrow your selections based on your specific cooking needs and goals.
First, assess your kitchen space. How much cabinet, drawer and shelf space do you have? This will be important because it may dictate the shape and size of your pots and pans. Ultimately, you want to avoid purchasing a set that is too large for your cabinets or too small for your kitchen.
Next, consider what types of meals you’ll be preparing on a regular basis. If you often make pancakes or stir-fries, you might want a nonstick option. But if you prefer to make stews or roast chicken, a stainless steel or aluminum cookware might be more suitable.
Finally, do you have a particular brand in mind? The cookware industry is dominated by large corporations that manufacture several different brands. For example, Meyer manufactures the Anolon, Circulon and Farberware brands. The company also owns the Regal and WearEver brands.
In 1941, scientist Roy Plunkett was attempting to create a gas for refrigeration when he accidentally created polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). The slippery white substance prevents foods from sticking to pots and pans. In 1945, DuPont trademarked the chemical PTFE as Teflon. The name stuck and is now used to refer to the nonstick coating on a variety of kitchenware products.