Special Features of Chef's Ware Cookware by Townecraft

GENTLE, EVEN HEAT DISTRIBUTION

The secret of good cooking lies in the ability of the utensil to conduct heat gently and evenly. Two of the metals in Chef's Ware Cookware -aluminum and carbon steel- provide efficient heat conductivity. The carbon steel and aluminum base absorbs heat from the range unit, then transfers it evenly across the cooking surface of the utensil. The carbon steel core between the stainless steel layers provides additional heating efficiency in the bottom of the utensil, then carries heat up the sidewalls of the pan and into the cover.

DURABLE, HEAT-RESISTANT HANDLES AND KNOBS

Gracefully-contoured handles and knobs are crafted of durable phenolic for ease in holding and lifting. Equipped with stainless steel flame guards, handles and knobs remain cool for safe handling and will withstand oven temperatures up to a preheated 425 degrees, provided they do not come in contact with direct heat.

"WATER SEAL" WEIGHTED COVERS ARE SELF-BASTING

Weighted covers fit snugly onto the shoulder of each pan and are specially designed to form a positive water seal. When cooking begins, the natural moisture in the foodas well as the moisture that clings to the food after rinsing, turns to vapor. The vapor condenses on the inside of the cover and a thin film of water forms between the cover and pan. This is known as the water seal. Because of the scientifically determined fit and weight of the cover, it remains snugly in place so the water-seal is maintained. Rising vapor condenses on the inside of the cover and thoroughly bastes food during the cooking process. Click Here to read more about the Minimum Moisture method of cooking.