Okay, one cup equals 236 cubic centimeters. However, a cup of milk will weigh a different number of grams than a cup of cod liver oil. But to cut to the quick, asking how many grams in a cup is like asking how many pounds in a gallon.
Best Materials for Pots and Pans. The four most popular cookware metalsâand the pros and cons of each. Anodized aluminum: This material, strengthened by a coating of aluminum oxide, takes time to warm up, but it evenly disperses heat throughout the pan, says Daniel Choi, Ph.D., a professor of metallurgy at the University of Idaho, in Moscow.
Pick the perfect pan. A good, heavy-based pan is crucial for a well-seared steak. In my house, I have 25 skillets from which to choose, but my most heavily used pans by far are two cast-iron skillets Iâve had forever. I love cast-iron because you can really heat up the pan without ruining either the pan or the steak.