A Common Question: Which Bakeware and Cookware are Safe?

Before you use start firing your kitchen up, there is still strong concern and questions with non-stick varieties.

To be on the safe side, ultimately it’s smart to stop using cookware with non-stick finishes.

So what can you use? Look for aluminum and steel bakeware without nonstick finishes at many home good stores. Copper cookware is esteemed for its heat conductivity but should not be used unless it is lined with tin or stainless steel.

Glass, stainless steel, and cast iron (my favorite: Lodge) are all tried and true for safety. In fact, cast iron can add needed iron to your diet.

Pyrex bakeware can be used for many items. It is completely nontoxic and made from abundant natural minerals. They have cake pans, pie pans and various casseole dishes, but no muffin tins or baking sheets.

Use wholesome ingredients, cook wisely and safely, and bon appetite!

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BAKEWARE BUYING TIPS

To round out our wedding registry tips, I thought I'd cover my favorite category, cookware & bakeware. To begin, look at both of your current pots/pans and see if there are any worth keeping, or any sets you have already started. Also look to see what kind of pans you have, are there any you love and want more of? Or maybe you splurged on a fancy brand only to learn you hated the way they heated. Also think about your cooking style. If you're more health conscious, you may want to consider non-stick so that you can use less oil. If you're an aspiring chef, go for hard anodized stainless or copper for superior heat conductivity. To learn what you should look for when selecting pots, pans and bakeware, as well as a pretty full list of things you might want to register for,

1. Be sure to select materials and styles that reflect your cooking style.
2. Consider registering for a few different types of pans. Stainless steel requires the least maintenance and can go in the dishwasher, and sometimes you really don't feel like washing the pans by hand.
3. Copper pans are the best heat conductors, yet cool quickly allowing for maximum heat control. They are also oven safe, however you will have to hand wash them and occasionally polish them too.
4. Stainless Steel pans have a clean look, and are easy to take care of. They're also oven and dishwasher safe (bonus!).
5. Enameled Cast Iron pans heat slowly, but distribute heat effectively. The ones with porcelain- enamel insides are stick-resistant and the ones with the porcelain-enamel outsides are quite durable and cute. Plus, the enameled ones are dishwasher and oven safe.
6. If you don't like baking, then there's probably no need for specialty pans such as springform or popover. You may decide to register for more dinnerware or appliances instead.
7. Consider registering for pan sets as well as individual pieces. This way you'll break apart the range of prices your guests can choose from.
8. Cookware should feel good and sturdy in your hands. Also note the weight. If you find the pot too heavy to carry while empty, imagine it full of food.
9. Be sure to include at least 2 round cake pans and a square or rectangular cake pan. Also most muffin/cupcake recipes yield 24, so you may consider adding two to your registry.

Non-Stick Bakeware

From springform cake tins to 12 cup muffin pans we have an extremely large range of everyday bakeware to, including Mermaid traditional.

Hard Anodised Bakeware

Mermaid and Silverwood both provide
hard anodised bakeware with it's thicker than steel finish and long lasting attributes coupled with it's easy to release qualities.

Silver Anodised Bakeware

Often the preferred choice of many pastry chefs, silver anodised bakeware gives excellent results due to the even spreading of heat, easy release and non-stick qualities.

Silicone Bakeware

Silicone bakeware has become increasingly popular due to it's flexibility, non-stick, freezer safe, dishwasher safe odour free properties, among other attributes.