Can these be used as mini pots, too? How heat resistant are they?
2011556
The cups seem to be pretty rugged so you probably could use them as mini pots but I would still be careful not to overheat them.
2011557
I have never tried using them on a heat source. Don't think I'd want to. I'd like to keep them shiny and in optimum shape for measuring tools.
1756537
I think the manufacturer warns against heatinhg them up too hot. I don't use high heat with this pot on my induction stovetop. I also didn't use high heat on my ceramic electric cooktop.
1312008
These are 6.25" in diameter, not mini to me. The sides of the paper have little holes which may seep out cheesecake batter. Not sure if you'd get good heat transfer compared to a metal pan. My opinion no.
71443
These pots work with induction heat. I have a little problem with the smallest pot. I have to work it around just right to get it to connect with the burner. But for the price they are a very good option.
790444
I have not tried, but feel it would be an excellent choice. Since they are not clad, you may wish to place them inside a cast iron skillet for the same heat distribution effect that cladding would provide.
695031
I would. It is also nice for canning as you can put 7 pint small mouth jars in this in the rack. I wouldn't use real high heat. When canning in mine I always wash it out and dry it just like any pot I would use so that I could cook in it some day.
1773505
They can be but unfortunately will not have long enough to burn to get you up to temperature. If you are just heating 8 oz. in a covered container, then 1/2 cube may work for you.
2272056
Keep these away from your stovetop, they are not heat resistant at all. I can't really complain since they are inexpensive and are made of plastic. Just be warned.
924248
Not sure. I'd be very cautious about putting hot pans on them. If the pan is 'hot enough' it might scorch????????
2051953
I have enjoyed these pots and pans as they're easy to use, easy to store and easy to clean; however, I would not use them over an open fire, like a fire pit; the heat from large fire pit flames would probably be too intense. The metal is not thick, like say a cast iron pot. They are designed for light weight cooking and storing and because they are made of an aluminum alloy, they could become too hot fast if used over an open camp fire and potentailly ruin, at the very least the handles. I have a cast iron, number 10 pan for open fires, which is about the only type pan I would use in an open pit fire. For everyday, normal camping and backpacking type cooking, like over a stove with a flame, like a Coleman, or other types of camp stoves, the Texsport set is awesome! I don't belive you'll find another set for this kind of value.
413894
My experience has been that it is indeed heat resistant. I have placed pots from stove directly on the cutting board and all was good! I have 2 of these that are on my counter tops- one by my stove and one by the sink. They are great!!!
1957663
I would say no. They aren't supposed to be exposed to extreme temperature changes and it seems to me a microwave would heat them too quickly.
1422765
The plastic is tough enough that I am sure you could put them in a pot of simmering water. I just have never done it that way and thus do not know how long you would want to leave them in. I would not boil them though.
619469
The handles can become hot. For normal heating up something they are fine. But for prolonged cooking I do need a pot holder.
174334
From the answers I've read it seems you can and they are safe up to 500 degrees (wouldn't try 500 degrees myself), but they are a very sturdy, well made set and cook and clean up VERY WELL!!!
2050177
Depends on what you mean by heat proof. It is a plastic pot, so it will melt if you try to burn it. If, however, you are asking about standing up to heat and sun, the answer is yes. I live in Tx and they weathered the TX summer just fine. Note I have only had them for a year.
1191049
I have never used them for this purpose. I surmise that they would not withstand heat of that intensity and would probably be ruined. They are great for using as cutting boards especially when you have multiple items of different kinds to cut up and don't want them to mix with each other.