Proper Care And Cleaning Your Stainless Steel Cookware

“Stainless” steel might seem like a bit of a misnomenclature to those who’ve cooked in stainless steel a lot.  If stainless pieces aren’t cared for properly, they can become spotted and discolored.  This can be frustrating as pots and pans once shiny and new become dull and pitted.  Leftover food and even trace amounts of calcium in tap water can be deposited on your stainless cookware, resulting in a dingy look.  Cleaning and drying your stainless pieces thoroughly after each use will keep them looking nicer and newer for longer, though they will eventually show signs of age if well-loved. For more on this read our article on how to clean stainless steel cookware

Stainless steel cookware comes in an enormous array of options.  While some stainless cookware sets can be quite expensive, you can purchase reasonably priced stainless steel pots and pans if pricier pieces won’t fit in your budget.  In addition to a spectrum of price points, stainless steel is an excellent material for unique pieces like griddles and woks in addition to traditional pots and saucepans.