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All-Clad D3 Stainless Steel 7.5" French Skillet
I don't know what's French about it but I have the 12" D3 pan and it's fabulous.
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Stainless steel can be used at any temperature. Nonstick should never be used higher than medium heat.
Stainless takes longer to heat up than an aluminum nonstick but it also holds that heat. This is important when searing. All-clad uses an aluminum core so it should heat faster than cast iron.
If something sticks the pan is not preheated enough and/or there was not enough oil.
This pan is sized for a 2-3 egg omelet, or a steak.
If something does stick you can clean it easier by boiling some water in the pan and then washing.
For example, when you sear a piece of meat, in a nonstick pan the nonstick barrier will prevent the meat from contacting the pan very well, and will prevent it from getting super crisp/maillard reaction. (ignoring the fact that high temp on a nonstick pan is bad idea in the first place).
On a stainless steel pan, you can heat the pan to screaming hot, put a bit of oil in, then drop the meat (patted dry) into the pan. The meat will stick to the pan for a bit, develop a super nice crust, then gradually release from the pan as it cooks, leaving a super beautiful texture/color/flavor. On the other hand, something like scrambled eggs or crepes would be great in nonstick, but pain in the ass in a stainless steel.
There's a lot more nuance and technique than I can convey over this comment, but I highly recommend one of each (and rotate out the nonstick pan every year or two; they're not built to last). Although specific to this deal, 7.5 inch is tiny so I'll probably pass.
My personal preference (I own one of each), is to do the bulk of my cooking in stainless steel (essentially any application that won't stick a ton) and then use non-stick for cases where food is likely to get stuck (eggs, fish, doughey foods) or if my primary pan is dirty. As a side note (and this is a bit late to be helpful), I would generally recommend not getting an all-clad nonstick. All-clad is known for multi-layer metal (for example this deal), whereas non-stick pans are generally okay to buy semi-cheap, then replace them periodically (T-Fal, Tramontina are the two cheap, mid-tier brands respectively I recommend). I'm sure the non-stick allclads you have are very nice pans, but probably overshot the point of diminishing returns and can save some money in the future. Hope this helps!
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Having a basic knowledge of cooking, this looks like something where I wouldn't want to cook eggs, looks like they will stick and burn to the cooking surface under a minute, is that the case?
Having a basic knowledge of cooking, this looks like something were I wouldn't want to cook eggs, looks like they will stick and burn to the cooking surface under a minute, is that the case?
Having a basic knowledge of cooking, this looks like something were I wouldn't want to cook eggs, looks like they will stick and burn to the cooking surface under a minute, is that the case?
I'm with you lol. I don't have this model but another all clad stainless. While it'll probably last a lifetime, it is a pain to make sure I've seasoned / heated the pan enough with oil to ensure things won't "stick". But it sears like no other and i don't have to worry about the non stick wearing off or down. Non reactive to acidic food etc. But when stuff sticks it's a pain to clean! Bar keeper always a necessity haha
The thing that is French about it is that it is only 7.5". You are supposed to eat really small portions. :-)
Having a basic knowledge of cooking, this looks like something were I wouldn't want to cook eggs, looks like they will stick and burn to the cooking surface under a minute, is that the case?
I havent had too much experience with non stick but even all clads non stick takes forever to heat up in comparison and sucks at searing. Theres also the issue of even heating. I'm sure theres great nonsticks out there but why bother if use need to replace then in a year or two. I personally would get a fry pan though for the tapered lip to more easily pour or slide out food
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Having a basic knowledge of cooking, this looks like something were I wouldn't want to cook eggs, looks like they will stick and burn to the cooking surface under a minute, is that the case?
You can totally cook eggs on it! Don't be scared. Look it on YouTube. The trick is making sure to add oil after the pan is hot enough, creating this quasi "non stick" barrier.
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