As the name implies, the frying pan works best at frying, except for deep frying. It’s perfect for stir-frying, searing meat, and shallow frying since it can handle intense heat while allowing steam to escape quickly.

    Whether you're looking for classic white enamel cookware or colorful enamel pots to add a pop of personality to your kitchen, enamel cookware cooking pots are a versatile and practical choice.  With their durability, ease of maintenance, and variety of colors, the enamelware cooking pot is sure to be a much-loved addition to your kitchen for years to come.

Q: What is the best type of frying pan for high-heat cooking?
A: The best type of frying pan for high-heat cooking is one that is made from materials that can withstand high temperatures and provide excellent heat conductivity, such as cast iron, stainless steel, and copper core frying pans.

So, Why Is There So Much Confusion in the Kitchen?

Yes, a cast iron skillet can be taken directly from the stovetop to the oven and vice versa. It can withstand high heat for an extended time and retain that heat for long periods, making it great for use as a serving vessel.

NON-STICK FRYING PANS

Most cookware-aficionados believe the confusion comes from the non-specific use of the generic words pots and pans. In addition to frying pans, there are saucepans, sheet pans, cake pans, bundt pans, roasting pans, and more. In a professional chef's kitchen, the word pan on its own usually refers to a Saute Pan – not a frying pan.

When cleaning enameled cast iron cookware, avoid using abrasive cleaners or metal brushes to avoid scratching the enamel surface. It’s best to use a mild detergent and a soft cloth to clean enamel cookware. In addition, regularly apply a layer of cooking oil to the enamel surface to prevent rust and maintain its luster.

It depends. Not every non-stick pan is oven-safe, so you should confirm with your pan's manufacturer. Some non-stick pans are oven-safe up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.

You can put a copper pan in the oven if you’re making a dessert like a tarte Tatin, but remember that copper can’t take the high heat of cast iron or stainless, so most manufacturers don’t recommend temperatures above 450 °F.

In our tests, we put copper skillets through the same heating evenness and sauté performance tests as stainless steel pans, which are also uncoated. We also cook foods that require controlled heat, including risotto, a gooey banana tarte Tatin, and melted white chocolate. All the copper pans perform well, Fisher says.

Here are two recommended copper pans from CR’s tests.