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Best Foods to Cook in Carbon Steel Pans

Best Foods to Cook in Carbon Steel Pans

If you are looking for some of the best foods to cook in your carbon steel cookware you have come to the right place. I have included several foods that you could easily cook including, eggs, steak, vegetables, cornbread, pizza, and much more. Explore the wonderful world of cooking with carbon steel cookware.

What is a Crepe Pan?

What is a Crepe Pan?

A crepe pan is a flat or round-bottomed pan that is shaped to effectively cook a thin crêpe or French omelet. They have shallow sides so that you can get under the crepe or omelet with a spatula or wooden crepe spoon.

Is Carbon Steel Cookware Safe?

Is Carbon Steel Cookware Safe?

Carbon steel cookware is probably the safest cookware on the planet. It is made only from iron and carbon and contains NO toxic compounds or coatings.

How Thick Are the Vollrath, Matfer Bourgeat, and the de Buyer Pans?

How Thick Are the Vollrath, Matfer Bourgeat, and the de Buyer Pans?

The thickness of carbon steel pans is essential. Before you decide to purchase carbon steel cookware, it would be advised to look into the thickness of any pan you buy. Why? If you use very high heat in a carbon steel pan, the bottom of the pan can sometimes warp. I even have cast iron pans that have warped. This warping is not uncommon.

Cast Iron Woks vs. Carbon Steel Woks

Cast Iron Woks vs. Carbon Steel Woks

Here we look at the differences between the two most commonly used materials for woks, cast iron and carbon steel. We also look at the similarities between the two, and finally, which works best for you.

5 Useful French Cuisine Cookbooks for Your Kitchen

5 Useful French Cuisine Cookbooks for Your Kitchen

5 of The Best French Cuisine Cookbooks to compliment your French Carbon Steel Cookware in your kitchen. Bon appétit!

What Are These Carbon Steel Splotches?

What Are These Carbon Steel Splotches?

If food is sticking to your carbon steel pan or skillet, you are not alone. Read to see how you can correct this food-sticking problem forever! It's easy!

Why Use Carbon Steel Cookware?

Why Use Carbon Steel Cookware?

Carbon steel is the preferred choice by chefs around the world. Carbon steel pans can be made non-stick which will rival the best stainless steel and other coated non-stick pans. These pans are durable will last a life-time.

Stainless Steel vs Carbon Steel Fry Pans

Stainless Steel vs Carbon Steel Fry Pans

There are many differences between stainless steel and carbon steel cookware. As a user, I should think that the differences in usage of each of these types of cookware will be most striking. Chefs around the world prefer carbon steel cookware over stainless steel for some of the reasons pointed out in this article.

Carbon Steel Pans vs Non-Stick Pans

Carbon Steel Pans vs Non-Stick Pans

Carbon steel pans will last forever if they are properly cared for. On the other hand, pans with non-stick coatings usually require replacing every two years or when their surface is scratched. Which would you like?

What is the Best Oil for Seasoning Carbon Steel Cookware?

What is the Best Oil for Seasoning Carbon Steel Cookware?

There are many oils that you can use when cooking with carbon steel cookware. My preferred choice of oils is Avocado oil, Grapeseed oil, and Coconut oil. There are many reasons to select the oil that you choose to use. This article should help to make your selection a bit easier.

How to Make a Classic French Omelet

How to Make a Classic French Omelet

Classic French Omelets can be one of the most challenges egg recipes to make especially in a carbon steel pan. If you follow these instructions, take your time and be patient you will soon discover that making a classic French omelet will be most rewarding.