Even the chef likes what is beautiful. Stainless steel stockpot sets are among the most beautiful items in the kitchen and cooking enthusiasts find it hard to resist their shiny charm. Made from a combination of steel, chrome and often nickel, these special cookware - as well as stainless steel frying pans - provide a wide range of benefits in any kitchen.
Advantages of stainless steel stockpots
Stainless steel stockpots and saucepans surpassed even the popularity of aluminum stockpots, for several good reasons:
1. Durability: Stainless steel is highly impact, scratch and rust resistant, making these cookware durable and able to withstand high heat.
2. Non-reactive surface: unlike cast iron stockpots, stainless steel does not react with acidic or alkaline foods. Food cooked in stainless steel cookware does not develop a metallic taste and the stockpot will not corrode.
3. Versatility: Stockpot and saucepan sets are suitable for a variety of cooking methods, including boiling, simmering, browning and even for oven use (if the handle of the stainless steel stockpot is heat resistant).
4. Easy to care of: the stainless steel stockpot is easy to clean and is dishwasher-safe.
5. Appearance: While ceramic stockpots perfectly complement the traditional image of kitchens, the sleek and glossy finish of a stainless steel cookware set adds a modern and professional look to any kitchen.
If you hear the phrase "professional stainless steel stockpot", do not think it is just for restaurant kitchens. Professional stainless steel stockpots have layers of stainless steel and aluminum (or copper) sandwiched in between to improve heat distribution and cooking performance. And who wouldn't want a stockpot that contributes to your everyday culinary success?