Cleaning and Storage: After use, it is important to clean and dry the bacon press or steak weight thoroughly to prevent rusting. Proper storage in a dry environment and occasional re-seasoning will help maintain the quality of the cast iron over time.

2. Aluminum Frying Pans

However, there’s no need to worry because we’re here to help you. French skillets have recently gained popularity in American kitchens, but many people are unfamiliar with them. After all, a pan is a pan, right?

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.

Yes. Like cast iron, a carbon steel pan can handle very high heat and go from the stovetop or grill to the oven without damaging the pan.

Sizzle Pan Measure

The name “French Skillet” applies to any heavy and round-bottomed cookware with a pair of handles and an enamel finish but without a lid.

Skillets are typically deeper than frypans, which makes them more suitable for dishes that call for more liquid or sauce. Its depth also allows you to add in more ingredients for one-pan meals that include vegetables and meat. All this without spilling out.