Cookware
Cookware advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Cookware
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My Joseph Joseph space-saving pans are my most used cookware - but the stainless steel upgrade is set to be even better
My favourite pans have just got an upgrade
By Holly Cockburn
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Have your non-stick pans expired? Yes, that's a thing – here's how long the experts say you can use them
Plus ways to help prolong the life of your current non-stick pan
By Annie Collyer
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The dreamy Le Creuset colour that shoppers have been waiting to launch in the UK
It's too early to start thinking about autumn, but the only thing that might persuade me is Le Creuset's newest colour
By Molly Cleary
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Aldi’s £20 Everyways Pan is a dead ringer for the cult Always Pan – you need to be quick, as it will sell out fast
Run, don't walk, to get your hands on one
By Kezia Reynolds
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Le Creuset's warehouse sale is back – and bigger than ever
But the tickets are selling fast
By Molly Cleary
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I've been testing this John Lewis Pan set that's half non-stick and half naked — here's my verdict
Arguably John Lewis' best-value pan set, you get 7 pieces for £180
By Annie Collyer
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Lakeland's Only Pan is a dead ringer for the Always Pan for less
It's available in grey, beige and an on-trend green
By Molly Cleary
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I've never seen this space-saving Joseph Joseph pan at a better price than in the John Lewis sale – it's perfect for small kitchens
I can finally fit pots and pans in my small cupboards
By Holly Cockburn
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This online marketplace has been my hidden gem for buying high-quality pans for years now – I'm ready to share the secret
If you're looking for pans that will go the distance
By Molly Cleary
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Are non-stick frying pans safe? Experts explain everything you need to know to stay safe when using non-stick cookware
With ‘forever chemicals’ coming under scrutiny, are your non-stick pots and pans safe? We’ve asked the experts
By Sasha Muller
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Our tried and tested top non-stick pans for fried eggs, pancakes, and speedy stir-fries
We've done the flipping and sticking so you don't have to
By Molly Cleary
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Ditch your pan collection for this all-in-one pan that can do it all — as approved by Jamie Oliver
Tight on kitchen cupboard space? This all-in-one pan can stew, roast, fry, poach and bake — it's ideal for families and batch-cooking
By Annie Collyer
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I've been testing this stainless steel cookware set from GreenPan
PFAS-free and safe to use with metal utensils? I'm sold!
By Annie Collyer
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HexClad's knife range is a thing to behold – here's why
Whilst HexClad is best known for its chef-favourite pans, don't overlook the brand's knives if you're looking to upgrade your kitchen
By Molly Cleary
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Aldi's £20 cast iron casserole dish is back - after owning one for 5 years, it's the specialbuy I'd recommend over all others
I picked up a three-piece cast iron set from Aldi over five years ago, and I still use it weekly
By Rebecca Knight
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Le Creuset is selling all of your viral faves (including the fruit pots) at a pop-up
For one month only, you can shop Le Creuset limited edition fan favourites in the brand's Covent Garden pop-up
By Molly Cleary
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I tried Zwilling’s 5-piece pot set with silicone handles and built-in strainers
Intimidated by fancy cookware? Don't be. The Zwilling Simplify Pot Set's intuitive design is great for both expert chefs and novices
By Frances Daniels
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Aldi is selling a £15 alternative for Gordon Ramsay's favourite £100 HexClad pans - they're also metal utensil safe
If you want that stainless steel chef's look without the price-tag, these Aldi alternatives might do the job
By Molly Cleary
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I wish I'd known these tips on buying a Japanese knife before my trip to Tokyo – here's how you can buy the best for you from home
This is what you need to know to shop for the ultimate Japanese knife for your kitchen
By Molly Cleary
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I've found it: this is THE ultimate saucepan set for families with minimal kitchen cupboard space
This set can do it all
By Annie Collyer
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How much do you need to spend to get good kitchen knives? I asked 2 professional chefs and they unanimously agreed
You don't need to spend more to get the best. It's all in the maintenance
By Molly Cleary
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I've been using IKEA's 7-piece stainless steel cookware set for three weeks - it's completely upgraded my cookware game
For under £100, IKEA's 7-Piece Cookware set is a bargain. But is it worth investing in? I tested it to find out
By Katie Sims
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Best pans for induction hobs – tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
Investing in new pans for your energy-efficient induction hob? Here are my top picks of induction friendly cookware
By Jessica Carter
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Want to cook like Jamie Oliver? Here's the top-rated pan from his collection
Jamie's collaboration with Tefal has led to this casserole dish getting the best user reviews I've ever seen
By Molly Cleary
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I’ve found a stunning £40 buy that rivals Le Creuset at Wilko - this casserole dish is a dead ringer for one of the most summery colourways
You just can't beat finding a great Le Creuset alternative
By Kezia Reynolds
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This beautiful mixing bowl is the unexpected star of so many kitchens – including Mary Berry's and the Bake Off tent
This earthenware bowl proves that you don't have to spend a huge amount for a classic kitchen addition
By Molly Cleary
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Joseph Joseph 3-piece Saucepan review – seriously space-saving
Small kitchen? I tested this innovative Joseph Joseph space-savvy set which has foldable handles — and I loved it
By Annie Collyer