From sleek stainless steel to trusty cast iron, the options are as endless as your Pinterest recipe boards.
But heres the catch: Not all cookware is created equal.
Its enough to make anyone side-eye their skillet.
The trick is knowing what to avoid (bye-bye, mystery coatings) and what to prioritize.
“forever chemicals,“found in some nonstick coatings.
Then there’sPFOA, PTFE, and other alphabet soup culprits that you dont want in your Tuesday night stir-fry.
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Thankfully, theres a whole sea of cookware out there thats both safe and seriously functionalno not-so-great chemicals included.
From sleek stainless steel to trusty cast iron, the options are as endless as your Pinterest recipe boards.
These are the ones that made the cut in my book.
Pans
First things first: ans are the unsung heroes of everyday cooking.
From frying eggs to sauteing vegetables, a high-quality pan is essential.
Heritage Steel Skillet
$200
If versatility is your goal, this skillet is a dream.
Made with titanium-strengthened stainless steel, it cooks evenly and lasts forever.
Bonus points for being entirely nontoxic.
Their pans truly make kitchen clean up quickthere’s no soaking or scraping necessary, ever, Joe adds.
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Stylish enough to leave out on your stove, its a true overachiever.
Made with a nontoxic, PTFE- and PFOA-free ceramic coating, it ensures safer cooking.
Victorias pre-seasoned cast iron skillet comes ready to go and will last a lifetime with proper care.
Affordable and reliable, its a no-brainer.
Crafted without synthetic coatings, it offers a naturally nonstick cooking surface.
Field Company No.
It is PFOA- and PFTE-free.Bonus?
Durable and timeless, its an investment worth making.
Its enameled coating ensures it’s nontoxic and safe for all your cooking needs.
Made from high-quality stainless steel, its nontoxic and guaranteed not to leach harmful materials into your food.
Its stainless steel construction ensures safe cooking without the risk of unwanted toxins.
Made from food-grade materials, ensuring a nontoxic cooking experience every time.
It is also free from heavy metals lead and cadmium.
Treat them well, and theyll repay you tenfold.
Great Jones Holy Sheet
$40
The Holy Sheet isnt just a cheeky name.
Its also dishwasher-friendly, and it comes in super fun colors.
The stainless steel used in the pan is food-grade and free from harmful chemicals and other potentially toxic coatings.
Its uncoated surface ensures there are no synthetic layers that could break down or release fumes under high heat.
From steaming to grilling, these tools add versatility to your arsenal.
The Kenyon Indoor Grill gives you smokey, seared goodness without stepping outside.
Its nontoxic, PFOA-free nonstick surface ensures safe, worry-free grilling.
Anyday Microwave Cookware
Anydays glass containers are a game-changer.
Steam veggies, cook rice, or even roast chickenstraight in the microwave.
Made from pure, food-safe glass, they are completely free from harmful plastics or chemicals.
Its lead-free enamel guarantees safe and nontoxic meal prep.
Smithey Carbon Steel Wok
$325
Stir fry, anyone?
Smithey takes the durability of carbon steel and molds it into a stunning, versatile wok.
Its natural seasoning ensures chemical-free cooking and a naturally nonstick performance.
It even comes pre-seasoned!
Theyre made from 100 percent food-grade silicone, ensuring no chemicals leach into your food.
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