help me put a name to this utensil so I may be able to replace it. I have tried all local sources, and the I haven't the time to go from site to site trolling. We generally use it to melt butter, warm sauces etc., and I find it extremely useful, but everywhere I look, I am referred to butter warmers, and they are much too big. [more inside]
posted on Aug 1, 2008 - 11 answers

Thanks to my own stupidity, I managed to get two saucepans stuck one inside the other, with the lower one apparently containing a cavity of lower pressure holding the upper pan in place. Is there any way to get them apart without causing injury or property damage? [more inside]
posted on Dec 5, 2007 - 30 answers

Where to purchase indian cookware and serving dishes in the USA? I want the lot: thalis, tawas, kadais, baltis. All of it! [more inside]
posted on Apr 15, 2007 - 6 answers

I want to buy a wok. For the typical American (electric range) kitchen, which style is best? Flat or round bottom?
posted on Jun 24, 2006 - 25 answers

CookwareFilter: What's your favorite way to fry?... [more inside]
posted on Jan 5, 2006 - 21 answers

I decided to store my cast iron skillet inside the oven, even when I am using the oven. I figure it's acting like a heat stone, keeping the oven temp stable. Is this bad for the skillet?
posted on Jan 4, 2006 - 14 answers

I want to make delicious crepes and omelets! What are your favorite fillings and combinations, and what's the best pan to use? [more inside]
posted on Sep 14, 2005 - 32 answers

How do I keep a cast-iron pan clean? [more inside]
posted on Jan 20, 2004 - 17 answers