- Is this skillet oven safe?
- Yes. The hard-anodized body and handle are oven safe, so you can finish dishes under the broiler or in the oven. Check the manufacturer's temperature limit before high-heat broiling.
- Can I use metal utensils in it?
- It is best to use silicone, wood or plastic utensils. Metal tools can scratch the ceramic coating and shorten its nonstick life.
- Is it dishwasher safe?
- No. Hand washing with warm soapy water is recommended to protect the ceramic coating.
- How does it compare with a stainless steel skillet?
- It releases food more easily and needs less oil, but stainless steel survives metal utensils and high heat better. Choose this pan for eggs and delicate foods, stainless for searing.
- Does it come with a lid?
- No. The skillet is sold without a lid, so you will need a separate 12-inch lid for covered cooking.
- What is the pan made of?
- It has a hard-anodized aluminum body with a ceramic nonstick cooking surface and a riveted handle.
- Where is the Cuisinart Chef's Classic Nonstick Hard Anodized 12" Skillet cheapest?
- At Cuisinart, for $69.95, as of our latest check.