A stainless steel pot and pan hanging from a pot rack in the kitchen - Daniel Cortez/Getty Images Admittedly undiscerning until now, I had always thought carbon steel and stainless steel were pretty ...

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A staple in professional kitchens, carbon steel pans have a lot to offer the average home cook. Think of the cookware as a lighter cousin of cast iron that’s just as versatile and durable: It’s slick ...

Carbon steel pans need to be seasoned to create a non-stick coating, which unlocks the cookware's full potential. Try the stovetop or the oven method.

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A professional kitchen is a hectic place to be. With pans on all burners and dishes at various stages of completion, chefs need to know that their pans are reliable and fast-cooking. Their choice of ...

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Which carbon steel pans are best? Many home cooks turn to stainless steel or nonstick pans when looking for new cookware, but they are overlooking one kitchen workhorse that professional chefs rely on ...