Cookware Double Boiler

The Types of Cookware You Need for a Well Stocked Kitchen

Every cook dreams of having a kitchen like those you see on TV complete with a pot rack full of gleaming cookware in every shape and size. While this daydream probably isn't entirely realistic, it is possible to have a well stocked kitchen that will fit your every cooking desire. Before you run out and purchase a set of pots and pans, get a working knowledge of what types of cookware are best suited to your needs. Use this handy checklist to see what your kitchen is missing.

Skillets: A skillet is simply a low sided, long handled pan often called a frying pan, Generally skillets come in four sizes, extra large (12 Inches), large (10 Inches), medium (8 inches), and small(6 inches). Cookbooks often refer you to certain size skillets, so it is important to know the measurement of each one. Occasionally you will have a recipe that requires you to place a skillet in the oven, so it is important to purchase skillets with handles that can withstand the heat of baking. You can also purchase skillets with removable handles.

Saucepans: Saucepans come in three sizes (1-, 2-, and 3-quart) and it is a good idea to have a few in each style for warming soups and making sauces. Saucepans have long handles and tight fitting lids.

Dutch oven or Kettle: A Dutch oven or kettle is a large heavy stock pot with a tight fitting lid. Unlike a sauce pan, these pots don't have a long handle; rather they have two tight fitting handles along the rim on opposite sides. Dutch ovens are perfect for soups, stews, and braising meats. Kettles are good when you have a large stew or pot of soup to make or if you enjoy home canning.

Vegetable steamer: A vegetable steamer is a perforated basket that holds food over boiling water in a pan in order to steam it rather than boil it. They are available as collapsible units or solid baskets.

Double boiler: A double broiler is two pans doing the job of one. When using a double broiler, simply place one on top of the other. Water in the bottom pan simmers gently to cook or melt the contents in the top pan. This is a great piece of cookware for preparing delicate sauces or melting candy to make chocolate.

Griddles: A griddle is a flat, rimless pan that converts your stove burner into a smooth surface for preparing things like pancakes and crepes. The rimless design also makes flipping pancakes an easy task.

Omelet pans: An omelet pan has specially sloped sides that help to form your egg into the right shape. This pan also comes with a nonstick surface make it easy to fold and slide your omelet right from the pan onto your plate.

Grill pans: A grill pan is a special skillet that has deep groves that allow fat to drain away from your food. The grooves also add lines to the items you cook, making them look like they have been seared on the barbeque grill. A grill pan also comes in the flat rimless shape of a skillet.

Woks: A wok is a pan with deep, sloping sides that help keep food pieces in the pan when you are stir-frying. They are available with rounded or flat bottoms, and sometimes come in electric versions.

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Tramontina Prima Stainless Steel Double Boiler Insert $39.99 "Tramontina Prima Stainless Steel Double Boiler Insert (footed). Fits 3 and 4 quart pans. Premium 18/10 stainless steel cookware from Tramontina. Made in Brazil. Flared edge simplifies pouring, while handle is ergonomically designed to ensure a comfortable and firm grip. Dishwasher safe, but handwashing is recommended. Lifetime warranty, satisfaction guaranteed."

Cuisinart 9-in. MultiClad Pro Stainless Double Boiler $34.95 Professional chefs and home cooks recognize the necessity of the double boiler. It rests above water to gently cook foods without scorching them. The rounded design of the 18/10 stainless steel universal double boiler facilitates easy whisking while slowly cooking a delicate chocolate sauce or a creamy sabayon. Uniquely shaped to fit 2, 3, and 4 quart saucepans, it's a versatile piece in any cookware collection. Features: Stainless steel for professional results - 18/10 stainless cooking surface does not discolor, react with food or alter flavors Cool Grip Handle - solid stainless steel, riveted Drip-free pouring rim Tight-fitting cover seals in moisture and nutrients for healthier, more flavorful results, every time you cook

Kohler - K-6631-ST - PRO COOKWARE- STAINLESS STEEL $264.13 Kohler PRO Cookware 4 Quart Cookware SetKohler PRO CollectionStainless steel 8 Quart colander, 4 quart steamer, double boiler and lidFor use with PRO CookSink

Double Boiler $39 "CST-DBL-08 8 Qt $39.00CST-DBL-12 12 Qt $46.00CST-DBL-20 20 Qt $67.00Heavy weight aluminum double boiler includes Pot, Insert, and Cover. Handles on both the insert and stock pot are securely fastened with rivits. Cover fits both pot and insert."

Farberware 2-qt. Classic Series Sauce Pan with Double Boiler Insert $67.95 The timeless design of Farberware's Classic Cookware has been updated to today's technologies with thicker aluminum for even heating, full-cap base to prevent marks on counters, re-engineered rims, and only the finest 18/10 stainless steel. The result is a standard of quality that has and will continue to withstand the test of time. This 2-qt. Sauce Pan comes complete with stainless steel lid and double boiler steamer insert and is safe to use with metal tools, oven-safe up to 350ºF, and completely dishwasher-safe.

T-Fal 3 Quart Double Boiler $999999 T-Fal 3 Quart Double Boiler

Stainless Steel Double Boiler $57.5 Induction ready! Heavy duty 18/10 stainless steel double boiler with three ply bottom for maximum heat conductivity. Three convenient sizes. Includes lid.

Mauviel 1.6-qt. Bain-Marie Double Boiler with Porcelain Insert $329.95 Known as a “Bain Marie” in France, this 1.6-qt. double boiler delivers subtle yet steady heat to delicate foods such as chocolates, custards, sauces, or cheeses. The gentle process ensures there will be no scalding or over-heating. The Bain Marie works by stacking two pans together on the stovetop with the lower pan simmering water directly over the burner, while the upper pan holds the chocolate or cheese over the steam heat. These two pans also include porcelain inserts, which further diffuses and stabilizes the heat, making this one of the gentlest and most effective double boilers on the market. The Cupretam Pour la Table style features pots, pans and items that function gracefully on both the stovetop and tabletop. With striking cast-iron or bronze side handles attached to the cookware via sturdy copper rivets, they are crafted with tinned interiors, polished exteriors and can be used on any heating element except on induction hob. Mauviel, a French family business established in 1830 and located in the Normandy town of Villedieu-les-Poeles, is the foremost manufacturer of professional copper cookware in the world today. Highly regarded in the professional world, with over 170 years of experience, Mauviel offers several different lines of copper cookware to professional chefs and home cooks that appreciate the benefits of their high quality products.

Fagor 2-qt. Double Boiler $49.95 Seamlessly melt chocolate without scorching it, and perfectly steam vegetables with this stainless steel double boiler that has been meticulously designed to inspire the epicurean in all of us. The tempered glass lid securely seals over the rim to trap in moisture while still allowing the chef to keep an eye on their food's progress, and the aluminum encapsulated base allows for even heat distribution, making this double boiler an essential, versatile tool for any kitchen. Features: Aluminum Encapsulated Base for even heat distribution Round Riveted handles for easy handling and security Can be used on all stovetops Set Includes: 2-Quart Double Boiler Steamer Insert Tempered Glass Lid Recipe Book

8 Qt. Double Boiler With Cover, Aluminum Double Boiler $54.25 Do not worry about scorching delicate items with this Crestware DBL-08 Double Boiler and create subtle custards, melt fine chocolates or make creamy sauces easily. Made of heavy duty aluminum the Crestware DBL-08 Double Boiler includes a cover that will fit both the insert and pot. Made with riveted handles on each piece this Crestware DBL-08 Double Boiler has an insert with an 8 ounce capacity and a formed shoulder. Perfect for the professional and home chef alike this Crestware DBL-08 Double Boiler will produce a beautiful product no matter the volume.