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5.4 Cookware
NOTE: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, a well-fitting lid and the material should be of
medium-to-heavy thickness.
Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in
cookware. However, when used as a base they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or pan
stands.
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is transferred, which affects cooking
results. A nonstick finish has the same characteristics as its base material. For example, aluminum
cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the properties of aluminum.
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics.
COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS
Aluminum
• Heats quickly and evenly
• Suitable for all types of cooking
• Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking tasks.
Cast iron
• Heats slowly and evenly
• Good for browning and frying
• Maintains heat for slow cooking.
Ceramic or ceramic glass
• Follow manufacturer’s instructions
• Heats slowly, but unevenly
• Ideal results on low to medium heat settings.
Copper • Heats very quickly and evenly
Earthenware
• Follow manufacturer’s instructions
• Use on low heat settings
Porcelain enamel-on-steel or
cast iron
• See stainless steel or cast iron
Stainless steel
• Heats quickly, but unevenly
• A core or base of aluminum or copper on stainless steel provides
even heating