Quality kitchen gear can last a lifetime–but not every pot, pan, or knife is made to last. This week, we discuss how to invest in durable cookware and tools.
Guest: Wirecutter kitchen staff writer, Michael Sullivan
Additional Reading: How to Clean and Season Cast-Iron CookwareHow to Clean and Care for Wood Cutting BoardsThe Best Flatware of 2024 The 2 Best Toasters of 2024
Products We Recommend: Best Cast Iron: Lodge Chef Collection 12-Inch Cast Iron SkilletBest Dutch Oven: Lodge 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch OvenDutch Oven upgrade pick:Le Creuset Round Dutch Oven (5.5 quarts) Aluminum Cake Pans: USA Pan Rectangle 9x13 Non-Stick Cake PanTri-Ply Pots & Pans: All-Clad D3 Stainless 12″ Fry Pan with LidTempered glassware: Duralex Le Picardie Tumbler, Kähler Hammershøi Tumbler and Kinto Hibi TumblerWood Cutting Board: Teakhaus Medium Professional Carving Board with Juice Canal 109Toasters We Like: Cuisinart CPT-122 2-Slice Compact Plastic Toasterand Breville BTA720XL Bit More Toaster
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