Are well-seasoned, well-cared-for cast iron pans really supposed to be nonstick? If so, how do I make mine like that? [more inside]
posted by Stewriffic on Nov 12, 2009 - 40 answers

I left my new non-stick pan on the hot stove with nothing in it. Is it ruined? [more inside]
posted by TSGlenn on Jun 21, 2009 - 4 answers

I'm going to get my friends a grill pan for their wedding. What should I get and what should go with it? [more inside]
posted by grouse on Apr 3, 2009 - 13 answers

For a jack of all trades bakeware, what is the best material? Ceramic, Metal (aluminium), Glass (Pyrex), or Silicone?
posted by riffola on Dec 28, 2007 - 16 answers

How do I clean my non stick pans? [more inside]
posted by stormygrey on Jul 18, 2007 - 14 answers

How often should you / do you replace your non-stick pans? [more inside]
posted by synapse on Jun 21, 2007 - 25 answers

Can you recycle Teflon/nonstick coated cookware? We've just gotten a whole new set of high-quality stainless and we'd like to get rid of our old nonstick stuff, but don't know if it's actually recyclable. What with all the hubbub lately about Teflon doing nasty nasty things, I'd hate to just put it in the trash and have it kill somebody later on.
posted by 40 Watt on Jan 15, 2005 - 10 answers

What's the consensus on non-stick cookware? I find that despite my best efforts the surface always gets a few scratches, and then I worry I'm eating the stuff. So I'd rather avoid it and go with stainless steel or cast iron wherever possible. Is it only worthwhile for particular items, such as omelette pans?
posted by schoolgirl report on Nov 29, 2004 - 40 answers

I'm looking for some cookware, and need some help choosing. [mi] [more inside]
posted by benjh on Nov 10, 2004 - 23 answers