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  2. Pan Buying Guide
  • Ultimate guide to buying pans
  • Looking after your pans
  • The ultimate guide to
    buying pans

    Whether you cook for a hobby or are aiming towards Michelin-status in your own kitchen, good equipment makes the job so much easier, and will even save you money in the long run.

    With so many options on the market, knowing where to start can be daunting, so we’ve put together a broad selection of ranges and individual pans that offer superb performance whatever your budget, this guide will help you find the right kit to meet your needs and match your style, hob and kitchen.

    Shop Our Full Range Of Pans

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    A pan for every task

    The choice of pans is simply astonishing! Many are of course intended as multi-use pieces, but there’s an almost endless line of bespoke pans available, tailored to perform a specific cooking task to perfection. Here are some of the ‘experts’…

    1. Saucepan

      Saucepan

      The term ‘saucepan’ encompasses a whole range of cooking pans these days, but in general it’s a deep pan, often lidded and coming in a variety of sizes and materials for different cooking tasks.

    2. Crêpe pan

      Crêpe pan

      Fry-pans can be used for crêpes of course, but dedicated pans generally have shallower sides, crafted for sliding the crêpe from pan to plate in one perfect piece.

    3. Stir-fry

      Stir-fry

      Wide, tall, sloping sides allow for heat to be concentrated in the base so searing is possible, and food can be tossed without it jumping out of the pan.

    4. Paella Pan

      Paella Pan

      It’s best not to attempt this classic Spanish dish in anything else – paellas should be shaken, not stirred, and these have dual handles designed for that purpose.

    5. Sauté pan

      Sauté pan

      A cross between a deep-sided frying pan and a saucepan, sautéing is a method of ‘sweating down’ food without frying or stewing it.

    6. Steamer

      Steamer

      A healthy way to cook and keep nutrients locked in, steamers come in a vast range of sizes, with a choice of gadgets also available to transform a regular saucepan into a steaming device.

    7. Fish Kettle

      Fish Kettle

      Available in different sizes to accommodate different fishes, kettles are a sure-fire way of ensuring a fish is perfectly poached and remains intact during the cooking process.

    8. Stockpot

      Stockpot

      Originally for making large vats of stock, they’re multi-functional these days with their generous capacities being ideal for stewing or soups.

    9. Maslin

      Maslin

      A large pan principally for making batches of jam or pickles.

    10. Egg Poacher

      Egg Poacher

      Containing an inset with cup-slots to house the eggs and stop the whites wandering off, egg poachers often double-up as frying pans when the inner part is removed.

    11. Griddle

      Griddle/ Fry-Pan/ Skillet

      The terms ‘fry-pan’ and ‘skillet’ are used almost interchangeably these days, but both are suitable for all manner of shallow-frying, with griddles being a healthier alternative.

    LOOKING FOR A SET OF PANS?

    A set of pans can provide you with the solid foundation your cookware collection needs. Containing the basic pans you’ll need to cook most dishes, you usually get a saving when you buy the full set, rather than purchasing each pan individually. And you can always add more specialist pans at your leisure.

      Lakeland Classic 5-Piece Pan Set
      £107.99

      Lakeland Classic 5-Piece Pan Set

      Lakeland 5-Piece Stainless Steel Pan Set
      £144.99

      Lakeland 5-Piece Stainless Steel Pan Set

      Circulon Ultimum 4 Piece Pan Set
      £199.99

      Circulon Ultimum 4 Piece Pan Set

      Tefal Ingenio Induction 13-Piece Pan Set
      Save:£20.99 Now: £249.00

      Tefal Ingenio Induction 13-Piece Pan Set

    Buy In
    Confidence

    Our broad range of pans and accessories on offer includes a high-quality collection to suit all tastes and budgets, alongside a choice of dedicated pans for specific tasks. You'll also find a world of wonderful devices to further your cooking and make your set of pans more versatile. All our pans are covered by our guarantee.

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  • Looking after your pans

    Look after your pans and they will provide you with years of service. They don’t need much maintenance, but to ensure your pans stand up to all your cooking can throw at them giving them a little TLC will ensure your investment lasts.

    Shop Our Full Range Of Pans

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    ACCESSORIES TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR PANS

    Turn a pan into a steamer, save on the washing up, prevent all those spits and spatters… we’ve loads of innovative ideas to give your pans extra versatility and care for your new cookware.

      Foldaway Steamer Basket
      £12.99

      Foldaway Steamer Basket

      3 Anti Scratch Kitchen Pan Protectors - Blue
      £5.99

      3 Anti Scratch Kitchen Pan Protectors - Blue

      Round Splatter Guard
      £8.99

      Round Splatter Guard

      Poachpod Silicone Egg Poaching Pods - Pack of 2
      £5.99

      Poachpod Silicone Egg Poaching Pods - Pack of 2

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    Caring for your pans

    It's true that a good set of pans should last for a very long time – a little maintenance here and there and there'll last even longer! From checking on the best cleaning methods (hand wash or dishwasher?) to keeping a few points in mind, you'll ensure you'll get the maximum return from your investment.

    • Avoid metal utensils on non-stick cookware.
    • Avoid abrasive washing-up brushes or sponges.
    • Don't put a hot pan into water – wait until it's cool to prevent warping.
    • Use a soft surface in-between pans if stacking – our pan protectors are ideal.
    • Some pans (e.g. copper) require a specific cleaner – always read the manufacturer's instructions.
    • A high heat can shorten the life of some non-stick pans.
    • The quality of some non-stick pans can degrade over time if used in the dishwasher, even if they are labelled dishwasher-safe.

    There Are Four Main Types Of Hob:

    Your hob should play an important part in finding the best pan/pan range for you. Some hobs are better suited to certain materials, and some will not perform at all unless you use a specific metal. It's also important to consider the appearance of your hob and kitchen décor when choosing cookware – if your cookware looks out of place when cooking, you're less likely to want to use and look after it.

    • Another aluminium saucepan

      Range Cookers

      Fuelled by gas, oil, electric or solid fuel, range cookers create a high heat and require a heavy-duty pan to prevent warping, such as one made from cast iron.

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      Gas

      Still a very popular choice due to its ‘instant on, instant off' appeal, and suitable for cooking on with all pan types.

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      Electric

      There's a huge range of electric hobs out there, including ceramic, halogen and solid plate. Ceramic offers quick and even heating, solid plates are usually slower to warm up and down, and halogen has many a die-hard fan due its energy efficiency and effortless clean-up – all can be used with any pan material.

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      Induction

      Induction compares very favourably with gas for its ‘instant on, instant off' appeal, with the added attraction that the glass-covered hobs are easy to wipe clean. Induction also wastes virtually zero energy as all heat goes into the pan. As induction works by a magnetic conduction between the pan and the hob, pans need to have a stainless steel or cast iron base – non-magnetic pans will not work.

    QUALITY COUNTS…

    Whatever you need, whether it's a new set of pans or an individual piece, it's an investment that deserves careful consideration.

    Every Lakeland pan offers exceptional quality – far more than you would expect for the price. Ranges elsewhere on the market may be slightly cheaper, but won't compare in terms of quality and longevity. Invest in a pan or range from Lakeland and you'll see the difference straight away.

    See our full range of pans

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