We’re cookware experts, and these are the pots and pans we use in our kitchens

Ah, cookware. be it Stainless steel, Carbon steel, Cast ironor Non-stick panthe options available can seem endless. We spend our working hours from crushing to testing cookware. dutch oven Enamel Coatings Scoop out cornbread after cornbread with a wooden spoon Cast iron pans. Our mission is to help you stock your kitchen for the long haul. Necessary pots and panswe’ve collected some favorites over the years that we use daily in our homes.

Editor’s Recommended Cookware, at a Glance

Le Creuset Tri-Ply Stainless Steel 7 Piece Cookware Set

This is one of those impossible questions. I have probably too much cookware to choose from and use and love. So, I’ll just say that I have a few pieces of stainless steel cookware from Le Creuset (a sauté pan, a couple skillets, a saucepan, a stock pot) and I treasure them quite a bit. They are very well made and functional, the lids seal well, and they perform well. They’re not cheap and probably not the best bang for your buck, but there’s no denying the quality. Le Creuset is often mentioned in conversations about enameled cast iron, but they deserve some recognition for the stainless line they produce. – Daniel GretzerEditorial Director

Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven

It’s such an obvious choice, but my Le Creuset Dutch Oven is just my favorite cookware of all time. I won’t wax poetic about its uses, aesthetics, benefits, etc. It’s just the GOAT, and I won’t question it. – Tess ComanExecutive Editorial Director

My dutch oven is a permanent fixture on my stove. It can poach, boil, deep-fry, braise, steam and bake — basically all of that and then some. I have both 5.5- and 7.5-quart Dutch ovens, but I find myself reaching for the smaller oven more often. It’s easy to pick up and fits most recipes perfectly. – Ridley Gemperlein-ShameAssociate Editorial Director

Woolrath Carbon Steel Fry Pan

My carbon steel pan is my ride or die in the kitchen. Cast iron skillets get all the love, but carbon steel is just as good at retaining heat—and much lighter! I season my carbon steel pan with love, and it’s basically non-stick. This is my go-to skillet for almost everything! While my favorite (and our top pick) from Moville is out of stock, this is another great option from Vollrath. – Genevieve YamPak editor

Lodge cast iron skillet

Oh gosh, I just need to get one?! I love all my lovely, lovely cookware equally! But if I had to choose, I would choose my good one Lodge cast iron skillet. It is very well seasoned with daily use. It’s my go-to non-stick pan, as well as the pan I reach for when grilling steaks, chicken or building up. One pot meal. I also like to use my cast iron skillet as a baking dish for cobblers, biscuits, cakes and breads. She does it all! – Leah CollinsSenior Culinary Editor

Kyocera Ceramic Non-Stick Fry Pan

I make eggs most mornings and reach for mine. Ceramic non-stick skillet It keeps cleanup simple every time, releasing the eggs easily without sticking and requiring only a quick scrub with soap and water afterwards. – Ridley

Misen 6-Quart Stainless Steel Rondeau

I like it. Misen rondeau-Yes, this is a real piece of cookware, which I think more home cooks should know about. This stainless steel beauty combines the wide surface area of ​​the skillet with long edges, making it perfect for searing and braising. The two handles also make it easy to move from the stove to the oven. – Grace KellyAssociate Editor

Nordic Ware Natural Aluminum Quarter Sheet Pan

I use Quarter sheet pan More often than not Half sheet pan. They are the perfect size for roasting precious dinner vegetables (a crown of broccoli florets fits perfectly!) I love. Quarter sheets of Nordic ware Perfectly rolled, rimmed edges make this pan warp-proof. – Rochelle Bloweditor

Lodge cast iron rectangular reversible griddle

This reversible grill from Lodge is one of my treasured pieces of cookware. It heats up very well and is used weekly. Vegetable skewersCabbage Steaks, Vegan burgersand more. A longer version of our favorite lodge Grill panit can be flipped to become a grill for pancakes and grilled cheese. I have plenty of space available to cook for a large group, and it cleans up easily, no matter what mess I make. The grill side also gives an impressive four marks. – A Uongthe author

Why we are experts

• A Uong is the author of Sirius Eights.
• Ann has been testing kitchen gear for Serious Eats for two years.
• She loves all her cookware and is amassing quite a collection of cast iron.