Want a cast iron skillet to use both on the stove and in the oven, to really nail that Sunday roast?

Below is our pick of the best frying pans on the market, across the range of styles, followed by an expert-led explanation of the pros and cons of each type of frying pan. DO NOT use hand-held electric or battery-operated beaters or blenders, knives or sharp tools and implements inside non-stick coated pans, as they may damage the surface. There is also the option of boiling up to six eggs, or poaching three, at the same time using various attachments. I did find the pan a little tougher to maintain than the Solidteknics, however, with food harder to scrape off. Luckily, Ninja has delivered a non-stick pan that not only doesn’t need any oil to cook, but is also strong enough to withstand any utensil.When the non-stick layer builds up, you shouldn't have any trouble making foods that might stick, like scrambled eggs and omelettes, but you'll need a bit more oil than a non-stick for these tasks. If you want all the benefits without needing two hands to cook, try this pan made of toughened carbon steel. My other one lasted a long time but I'm glad to get a new and improved one with better coating inside. Molasses and brown sugar beans just sound gross but omg, the English Heinz Beanz (I even love their packaging) are soo good.

But Moran recommends keeping a cast iron or stainless steel pan alongside, for when you need more heat. But I took a star away because I feel the long handle gets hot, when just on the stovetop, towards the base. Thanks to their multi-layered construction and high-performance non-stick coating, they’re ideal for healthier cooking. A fry-up is great when friends are staying over—simply multiply the ingredients given below by however many people you are feeding.The handle, however, is only good up to 180ºC in the oven; this makes it quite hot, so it must be used cautiously. However I was impressed at how the heat dispersed round the pan and I did remember to leave to heat for the 10 mins before cooking. Samuel Groves has been making quality cookware since 1817 and this hand-cast pan is made from 70 per cent recycled material in Birmingham. Though it's not recommended for the dishwasher, this pan is a dream to clean with just hot, soapy water. Do not plunge it into or fill it with cold water when hot, excessive surface temperature changes may damage the product.