The Starter Kitchen
Are you a culinary newbie, á la Rachel Vize? REAL SIMPLE. REAL LIFE. food expert Nathan Lyon lists the ten must-have essentials―from pots and pans to gadgets.
Calphalon One Nonstick 8-Piece Cookware Set
$500, amazon.com
The price tag may seem intimidating, but this set has virtually every pot and pan you’ll need, from a 3-quart nonstick chef's
pan to a formidable 8-quart nonstick stockpot. Each piece comes equipped with a see-through glass lid, nonstick coating and
metal handle that’s oven-safe up to 500°F.
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