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I recently purchased a stainless steel cookware set and I have to admit that I was a bit nervous about using it as I have been using nonstick sets for years. However, I now use the stainless set much more often than the nonstick set. I find that the stainless set produces a much better end result and it’s a lot easier to use than you would think. The secret to using the frying pan is to make sure that you heat the pan (using medium heat) first before you start cooking. The food will naturally release when it’s ready to be turned. When using the pots, the same applies. Always heat your pots using medium or medium high heat. Learn to be patient and you will be happy with the final product. You can choose either 18/10 or 18/8 stainless steel cookware sets. What is the difference?
Stainless steel is an alloy that starts with basic iron with up to 8 alloys added, depending on the quality. The major alloys in stainless steel are chromium and nickel. The chromium provides rust and corrosion resistance and durability. Nickel provides additional rust resistance, hardness, and high polishing characteristics.
The numbers 18/0 and 18/8 refer to the percentage of content of chromium and nickel. To be classified as stainless steel, the metal must contain at least 11 % chromium (no nickel required). Stainless steel used in cookware is normally 18% chromium and 8% to 10% nickel.
Low end stainless steel cookware, mixing bowls, stockpots and accessories are usually 18/0, which are usually not highly polished, and could be subject to some rust spotting.
A simple way to test whether or not a stainless steel pan is 18/0 or 18/8 is to place a magnet against it. If the pan is magnetic, it is 18/0…if not, it is 18/8 (or 18/10). The addition of nickel neutralizes the natural ferrous properties of the iron in the stainless steel.
So as you see from the above example, 18/10 stainless cookware sets would be slightly better than 18/8. Now that’s not to say that 18/8 is a bad investment. On the contrary, 18/8 makes a great cookware set. It’s simply not as heavy as the 18/10 and may not sparkle as well as the 18/10. Either set will last a lifetime and you will enjoy great cooking results.
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