Choosing a pan definitely doesn’t need to be stressful—and it shouldn’t be. But choosing a great pan definitely takes a bit of research and forethought. First off: what recipes do you actually plan to use it for? If you’re a single cook whose typical weeknight meals consist of single-serving dishes or reheated takeout, a non stick pan is a great affordable, low-fuss option. If seared duck confit, skillet cornbread, and Spanish tortillas sound more like your speed, it may be worth investing in a stainless steel, enameled cast iron, or carbon steel pan in any size.

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.

    Enamel pots with lids are a versatile and essential addition to any kitchen.  Whether you're cooking for a crowd or just a small meal for yourself, Enamel pots  are a must-have for any home cook.  Enamel pots with lids are many types of enamel pots with lids, including large enamel pots with lids, small enamel pots with lids, enameled cast iron pots with lids, etc.  Each type has its own unique advantages and can be used for a variety of cooking tasks.

When a chef cooks, the quality of the dish is determined by more than just the recipe or the chef's expertise. The cookware used plays an important role in the quality of the taste too. 

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With tall sides and a wide base, sauté pans pack more weight. Larger sauté pans may even come with a secondary helper handle, which is a small loop handle attached opposite the main long handle as well as a cover or lid. This is helpful, as the weight of larger sauté pans is difficult to move around, especially since they can hold plenty of food.