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This Cookware Brand Is Dishwasher-Safe (And Gordon Ramsay-Approved)
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Not to sound dramatic, but the bane of my existence is my expensive pans constantly getting scratched, and thus everything I cook sticking to them.
And before you ask – no, I don’t use metal tools on them, or put them in the dishwasher. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong, but it’s something.
Understandably (I hope) that means when the time comes to buy a new pan, I’m always on the look out for one that won’t leave me screaming silently into my sink as I try to scrub scraps of egg away.
As an avid cook, I use a pan every day; sometimes multiple times a day – meaning I’m after a pan that won’t scratch, works on an induction hob, and is easy to clean.
Trust me, I’ve been through so many, I’ve earned the title of pan slut. But, ladies and gentlemen, I’m thrilled to say I have finally found a pan that won’t fail me.
Co-owned by Gordon Ramsay, Hexclad is designed by chefs for chefs. Using some kind of magic beyond my scientific understanding, each of its many varieties of pans uses a hybrid of stainless steel and non-stick technology.
I’m not ashamed to say that I’ve never checked out so quickly. Its 30cm Hybrid Pan (with a lid) was really calling to me, not least because it’s an ideal size for everything from cooking eggs, to a perfectly golden fillet of fish, or even a tangy Thai curry.
When it finally arrived on my doorstep, it didn’t disappoint. Thanks to those laser-etched hexagons on the base, the pan has a perfectly smooth bottom that heats up completely evenly.
The result is an even surface that browns, sears, and (joy of joys) releases in equal measures.
And, because Hexclad knows how to check all my boxes, it’s also induction hob and oven friendly (up to 480 celsius), can be chucked in the dishwasher when you’re done with it, and is chemical-free.
You might be thinking, okay, stop with all the pan PDA. Sorry, not sorry. I simply don’t care, because any true home chef will know that the right cookware makes the difference between an excellent meal and a flop on a plate.
It’s not just a plain old frying pan, either. Hexclad has saucepans, frying pans, and roasting tins for every eventuality; it even has a pizza steel and the smartest chopping board I’ve ever seen.
Okay, enough of my waxing lyrical. If you, too are looking for The Pan that will upgrade your cooking game from 0 to 100, here’s my round up of the best on Hexclad right now.
A baby version of my go-to, which is a great size for eggs, or a meal for one.
If you can’t summon up the smell of burnt milk in your mind at a moment’s notice, congrats: you’re winning at life. No prizes for guessing that it’s awful. But this pan wouldn’t do that to you! It’s non-stick, and just the right size for heating milk or making a hot choccy.
If you’re never sure whether to go for your wok or frying pan, allow me (or Hexclad) to introduce a hybrief pan – what a concept!
Wed to a wok? Don’t worry, Hexclad has you covered. You can even choose to get it with a lid, or not. Pretty sweet.
Allora, we all know the struggle of choosing the right sized pan for pasta. We see this coming in handy for your next alla Norma, or even for simmering a chilli con carne.
Who doesn’t want a pan that can do it all? Roast a chicken, check. Make a soup? Check. We could keep going…
If you’re more bound to your oven than your hob, you’ll be pleased to know HexClad also layers its technology into this frankly huge roasting pan.
Don’t think one will be enough? Go for a bundle, like this set that saves £70 on two sizes of its signature pan.
As a pancake pro, I can reassure you that a griddle is truly the best implement to get a good flip going. This one will also be great for fajita night, or your next cheese toastie (elite, IMO).
Hosting season is nigh, so you better brush up on your pizza-making skills. This steel will help you get the base of dreams, while remaining plenty light, so you don’t strain your wrists.
The moment you get excited about a chopping board is when you realise you’re truly an adult. Seriously, though, how cool is this? On one side, it’s a carving board for meat, but flip it around and you’ve got a practical smooth surface and stainless steel tray for all your offcuts. I’m fangirling so hard right now.
Just as important as a good pan is an excellent knife. I can’t think of a day when I haven’t used a paring knife, and this one made from Japanese steel is truly the best of the best.
I dare you to tell me this chef’s knife isn’t a thing of beauty. Right, you can’t, because it’s forged by a mind-blowing 67 layers of steel, and reinforced by that gorgeous forest green handle. Delightful.
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