Can I use pam, butter oil etc. in the frying pans and pots?
1796103
I have and I haven't noticed any I'll effects from doing so. They still work wonderfully even after oils and dishwasher use.
1796104
I have used some Pam but I spray it very lightly and yes to butter and oil you can use these as any recipe calls for. I do love this cookware and am so glad I bought them. I don't put them in the dishwasher though, very easy clean up.
1796105
The maker says don't use spray !!!! Pam being a spray, I would say NO !!!!!
1875632
I don't know, but the point is to get them seasoned so that you don't need non-stick spray. That said, you will want to use some oil each time you cook. It's not a fat-free experience like Teflon can be (at least for the few weeks before the Teflon gets scratched and goes bad).
174331
I have put the frying pans in the oven but not the pots. But I don't see why they couldn't be used in the oven.
1225684
I have never buttered the pan or used liquid oil to prepare it. I have used spay oil--Pam--every time I've used it. I make at least one pan of cornbread in it each week and at least one pan of brownies each month using Pam. All goes well for me--no sticking, ever.
733902
Hi Pauline, IMO pots of this type (aluminum) are not ideal for high heat frying (although my daughters have done it in similar pots). They are designed for soups and stews, noodles, etc. I would strongly suggest obtaining a dedicated saute pan for meat. Cast iron is very popular for this, but other heavier weight saute pans will fit your needs too (love the Amazon reviews). Hope this helps!
412444
Initially, yes, you can. However over time (beyond 6 mo maybe?) you will need just a little oil, such as putting a little on a paper towel and wiping bottom of pan with it. I love these pans though!
1265124
A teaspoon of oil or oil spray wiped with a paper towel before turning on the heat for pancakes or scrambled eggs . For fried eggs you need a pat of butter or a tablespoon of oil on the griddle.
2035457
You actually can, but I find that adding a touch (tea or tablespoon) of olive, rice bran or canola oil to this pan never hurts, especially when you want some carmelization, sheen and moisture of your cooked products (like onions, omelets, frozen potstickers, or whatever). Just be careful NOT to cook high heat items like a thick steak on non-stick surfaces- it won't come out as well as cooking over a grill or cast iron, and some discoloration will be left on some of the non-stick surface that may not come off; plus non-stick surfaced pans supposedly give off traces of carcinogens, when subject to very high heat. Good luck.
718816
hi if you are cooking something with a high fat content then no but if it is not high in fat then yes but you only need to brush a bit of oil on the plate. hope this helps
648595
Not necessarily, but you may have to add a slight coat of PAM spray to begin. It also goes back to how you prepare the Mix. In my experience I only use a slight portion of oil or PAM on my first waffle, I do use LOW fat milk and Low fat butter on my mix.
1197444
Yes, if you use oil. But if you put foil then you defeat the purpose. maybe use a little Pam or other cooking spray.
1672672
I use a little oil and they work great, have done for several years. They aren't totally non-stick like new Teflon but that's a trade-off I'm fine making.
487737
We generally warm the pan before adding oil or butter but you can also warm it with oil on it, i don't think it will spoil the pan or food!
704296
Absolutely. We have used several of our cast iron frying pans AND our cast iron dutch ovens.....no problem at all. The stove is super strong and durable.
1826831
Sort of. The heat needs to be much lower than you think. You need a generous spray of PAM. I am still figuring out the whole temperature issue. We have an electric stove. I preheat the pan with the heat on about 3 (lower heat). Spray with Pam when heated & add egg. Then I turn off heat because my husband likes them over medium. There's enough heat to cook it perfectly. But don't be stingy with the spray PAM.
1464888
I don't think this would be a problem. I do know you should not use spray oils on the pans. The propellent in these sprays ruins any non-stick finishes.
19854
You can but you really wouldn't need to. I some times use butter when cooking eggs.