![]() We noted the angle of the sides and the handle and weighed each skillet. We considered the shape and weight of each pan.(See our tips for cleaning cookware in our care and maintenance section below.) Although discoloration doesn’t affect a pan’s performance, it’s an aesthetic issue to consider before purchasing your skillet. Easy to clean: Many of the skillets we tested discolored over medium-high heat, with some acquiring a dark gray hue that we couldn’t scrub off.Unfortunately, any warping that occurs to your pan is permanent. It should also be durable enough so it doesn’t warp over high heat on the stovetop. Resistant to high heat: A pan needs to be able to withstand high temperatures of at least 500 ☏, which rules out most cheap pans.We recommend going to a kitchen store to hold a few pans to see what you like before you invest. Some of our testers with larger hands preferred wide, rounded handles those with smaller hands often preferred narrower handles. The handle angle is also important-if it’s too high, tossing food while sautéing can be awkward. A comfortable, oven-safe handle: Oven-safe riveted handles are also a must so that the pan can go directly from the stovetop to the oven or broiler.We’ve found skillets weighing between 2 and 3.5 pounds are lightweight enough to comfortably toss ingredients. ![]() Heavy pans are also more difficult to pick up or maneuver with one hand. If a skillet is too heavy, it will retain too much heat and respond slowly when you adjust the temperature.
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