Farberware Classic Stainless Steel 15-Piece Cookware Set
Best Product From Farberware
Beware unintentionally misleading reviews. Quality is just ok.
I am reviewing this cookware set having owned & used it for ~6 months. At first glance, this set seems to be very well reviewed; however if you read the reviews closely, it will become apparent that many of them are for older versions of Farberware sets (e.g. "I've owned mine for 27 years...", etc. (!)) Such reviews are very helpful in giving us a concept of the quality of Farberware from 1980, but they are unfortunately irrelevant to the quality of this set. I bought this set aware of said discrepancy, but was hoping that quality had been maintained, a good manufacturer in the past probably being a good one now, etc. etc. This was an error. As it has been noted, the pans' bases are not stainless steel, but rather aluminum that is quite far from stainless. The nonstick coating on said pans is beginning to separate from the pan in several small but spreading points (as I only use plastic spatulas/spoons/etc. to cook with, this is not an issue of user error). I have no complaint with...
Farberware Classic Stainless Steel 15-Piece Cookware SetWith this wonderful Farberware Classic Stainless Steel 15-Piece Set, you can do it all, from soup to nuts. Perfect for large family meals like spaghetti with meatballs, a big pot of chicken noodle soup, or Beef Stroganoff, these pots and pans also come in handy for making solo meals. Whether you're making eggs and bacon for breakfast or a grilled cheese sandwich for lunch, you�۪ll always have the right pans nearby. This set includes essential pieces needed for both everyday meals and holiday feasts. Farberware Classic cookware combines today�۪s technology with the iconic style and quality that Farberware has delivered for 100 years. Heavy-gauge stainless steel is polishe...
- Set includes 1-, 1-1/2- and 2-quart saucepans (each with lids); 4-quart covered saucepot; 8-quart covered stockpot
- Also includes 8- and 10-inch nonstick skillets; three kitchen tools (spoon, slotted spoon, slotted turner)
- Aluminum core in base for quick, even heating; base capped by stainless steel. Made of heavy 18/10 stainless steel polished to mirror finish
- Close fitting stainless steel lids; classically styled phenolic handles
- Oven safe to 350 degrees F; dishwasher safe, though handwashing recommended; limited lifetime warranty
Great stainless steel, but skillets are 100% aluminum.
We're happy with our 20-year-old Farberware stainless steel cookware, pre-dating the stainless steel capped base. The interiors are still like new. The lids are shiny and dent-free. The handles are faded, but remain tight with an occasional turn of a screw. We use it everyday.
We are equally pleased with the newer "Classic" pieces, especially with the added weight and improved appearance of the capped bases. We bought the 15-piece set, giving us some redundant pieces but at a better price than buying fewer pieces individually.
We like stainless steel for several reasons: It cooks well. We can use metal utensils. It lasts for decades. It's dishwasher safe without consequence. It looks good. It's heavy enough. It cleans up easily. (For occasional stuck on food, we simply blot out what's loose, add water, and bring to a boil. After a few seconds, the stuck on food wipes off easily.)
There's pricier cookware available, some with aluminum cores...
Not quite as good as the old stuff
Farberware classic is great -- an inexpensive yet equally functional alternative to the very expensive pots & pans. Note: recently Farberware reduced its quality, in that older Farberware pots & pans had their thick aluminum base completely encased within a stainless steel shell. The newer pots & pans have the aluminum base attached to the bottom, but not encased within a stainless steel bottom. So, their quality is less than it was; most people who "grew up with Farberware" may not realize this. Farberware used to hold the patent on the technique of having the aluminum base CURVE up the side of the pan -- they no longer do this, and are the same as many other manufacturers.
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