Whether you're buying a whole new set of cookware or just adding some pieces to what you already have, you might want to consider Italian Cookware.
There are so many different varieties out there, you're sure to find something that you'll love to cook with for years to come.
If you know a bride to be, Italian cookware makes the perfect wedding present.
Is your son or daughter about to move into a first apartment? Italian cookware makes a great housewarming gift and is also a wonderful way to stock first kitchen.
Don't forget to give yourself the gift of new cookware from time to time.
The first type of Italian Cookware to consider is stainless steel. Pick up some stainless saucepans or stainless steel frying pans, or consider buying the whole set.
Stainless steel is a wonderful material for cookware; the food cooks quickly and evenly. Many stainless steel pots and pans come with nonstick coatings, making cleanup a snap.
Nonstick will also save you calories since you won't need as much oil to cook with. Stainless steel cookware is not only practical, it's beautiful as well.
Another beautiful type of Italian Cookware is made out of copper.
Some people stay away from copper because they're afraid they'll damage the surface, but with a little bit of care, your new copper sauce pan and copper saute pan will be just as beautiful years from now.
Copper is great for cookware because it conducts the heat very well and disperses it evenly, so your food doesn't end up with hot or cold spots.
Thicker copper disperses heat even better, so find out the thickness before your make your purchase.
If you don't want to buy cookware that's made entirely of copper, consider buying a copper bottom pan, or a whole copper bottom set.
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The heat will still be dispersed but the sides won't be that beautiful copper color.
Check with the information that comes with your new cookware to find out if it's safe to put in the dishwasher, and what type of cooking utensils you should use so that the interior surface won't be damaged.
With care, your Italian Cookware will provide you with years of use.
When you're purchasing your new cookware, see if it comes with a lifetime guarantee. Many companies offer them, proving that they are willing to stand behind their products.
Italian cookware is an investment; make sure you treat it that way when you're shopping.
Italian Cookware Brands
The following are some the popular Italian cookware brands:
