Stackmaster Pans: Safe Or Not?

StackMaster cookware is a range of stackable pots and pans that are designed to save space in your kitchen. The range includes various sets of pots and pans, with some sets also including utensils, a basket fryer, and a vegetable steamer. The cookware is designed with a non-stick surface, which means you don't need to use oil or butter when cooking. StackMaster cookware is also dishwasher-safe, flame-resistant, and oven-safe up to temperatures of 500 or 550 degrees Fahrenheit.

Stacking and space-saving design

Stackmaster pans are designed to save space in your kitchen. The revolutionary design allows you to stack and nest the entire cookware set together, saving you up to 30% more space and freeing up precious cabinet space. The set includes an 8” fry pan, 10” skillet, 2.75qt saucepan with lid, 3.5qt saucepan with lid, 3.75qt sauté pan with lid, and a 5qt stock pot with lid. The handles are solid stainless steel and stay cool on the stovetop, providing a safe and solid grip. The set also comes with three interchangeable lids made of tempered glass, which fit all the sauce pans, stock pots, fry pans, and skillets. The lids allow you to monitor the food while it cooks and fit tightly to seal in nutrients for more flavorful results. The entire set is dishwasher-safe, oven-safe up to 550°F, and compatible with all cooktops, including gas, electric, and induction.

Non-stick coating

The non-stick coating on the Stackmaster pans is ultra non-stick. The non-stick surface is coated 3x, reinforced with ceramic and titanium, which delivers the ultimate food release. This means that no oil or butter is needed, making for healthier eating and hassle-free, 1-2-3 cleanup. The coating is also super durable and can withstand metal spatulas, spoons, whisks and more. The coating is also non-toxic and free of PFOA, PFOS, lead and cadmium, making for a healthy cooking experience.

Dishwasher and oven safe

Stackmaster pans are dishwasher and oven safe. They can be washed with soap and water, or placed in the dishwasher for a quick and easy clean-up. They are oven safe up to temperatures of 500-550°F (260-288°C).

The pans are made from aluminium and have a non-stick surface. The non-stick coating is durable and scratch-resistant, meaning that it won't be damaged by metal utensils. The coating is also PFOA-free, so it is not made with any potentially harmful chemicals.

Stackmaster pans are suitable for use on all types of stovetops, including induction hobs, and are flame-resistant. They can be used to cook a variety of meals, including meat, fish, vegetables and pasta. They are also suitable for cooking desserts, as long as the oven temperature does not exceed 500°F (260°C).

Metal utensil safe

Stackmaster pans are safe to use with metal utensils. The coating of the pans is durable enough to withstand metal spatulas, spoons, whisks and more. However, some customers have complained that using metal utensils causes significant scratching on the surface.

To avoid scratching, some recommend using nylon, wooden or silicone utensils instead.

Induction, gas and electric hob safe

Induction hobs are a more recent addition to the world of cooking, first appearing in the 1970s and initially used in the food service industry. Induction cooking is very different from cooking with gas or electricity, and only certain types of pans will work on an induction hob. Induction cooking uses a magnetic field between the pot and the magnetic coils beneath the cooking surface to heat the contents of the pot. This makes the cooking surface remain cool and safer.

Induction pans are made of ferrous, magnetic material to ensure optimal performance when used on an induction hob. Iron or iron-based materials such as steel are usually the only materials compatible with an induction hob. Cast iron, enameled cast iron, and many types of stainless steel cookware are all induction compatible. However, if a steel pan has a high nickel content, for example, the magnetic field will be blocked.

You can use almost all induction pans on gas hobs without damaging them, as long as the base of the pan is not too thin or sprayed with a magnetic or non-stick layer. Gas hobs are compatible with all cooking materials, so you can use aluminium or copper pans. However, flat-bottomed pans are not necessary for a gas hob as the pans are suspended over the flame on pan supports.

Electric hobs require a flat-surfaced pan as the pan needs to have full contact with the hob. Electric hobs are compatible with any material, but the bottom of the pan must be flat.

To check if a pan is compatible with an induction hob, you can perform a simple test with a magnet. Place a magnet against the bottom of the pan, and if it sticks, the pan will work on an induction hob. If the magnet grabs the pan softly, you may not have much success with it on your hob. If there is no pull on the magnet, it doesn't contain the right metals and will not generate heat.

So, to answer the question, Stackmaster pans are safe to use on induction, gas, and electric hobs as long as you have the correct type of pan for the hob.

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