can you use any utensils or do they have to be non stick utensils?
1003939
It is not recommended that you use metal utensils, Just get a set of plastic utensils and they will work find.
1003940
I use non stick utensils to keep the coating in good shape. These pans are a great purchase.
1003941
We use only non stick utensils. We love them, they heat so evenly and food slips out beautifully.
1003942
We most often use a non stick turning spatula for ease, but if careful without pressing hard and scraping while turning an omelet (for example) a stainless turning spatula has also been used, but with care, mostly because we don't want to risk damaging a favorite set of cooking pans. I would recommend plastic (or more expensive non stick if you like) utensils also. These pans are really easy to cook with because food doesn't stick at all.
1003943
It is best to use non stick utensils so that you do not damage the interior, nonstick, surface of the Calphalon pans.
1220569
Not recommended. There are lots of "plastic" utensils available. I would look for one of them and not take a chance on scratching the non-stick.Just a personal recommendation.
2268724
Elizabeth, I personally use only non-metal or wooden utensils with them. However, I have gently sauted asparagus and served from the pans using metal tongs with no ill effects, but I was very careful not to scratch the surface.
670656
I have had mine for close to 2 years and they have held up great. I don't use any metal utensils on them and I wash them by hand. The non stick is in prefect condition still.
1193102
Usually nonstick surfaces are only a problem when the surface is scratched and enters food you eat.Use rubber or wood to remove eggs, and it should be safe.
262650
yes. they all are non stick. but the small one after a few times using turns to be not very "non stick"...
780929
When braising, just be sure you use cooking tools that are compatible with the non-stick coating.
1798050
Yes. Metal utensils work just fine without any damage to the pans. They are very durable and are awesome to use. We love them.
1672672
I use a little oil and they work great, have done for several years. They aren't totally non-stick like new Teflon but that's a trade-off I'm fine making.
2187542
Yes but I usually do t. They are fine to use. It's an amazing pan... You will love it
673782
Yes, you need to grease these pans. These pan are not non stick. I usually spray Pam.
1746603
no you cannot. The instruction book warns against them. Nylon and wood utensils are recommended.
776647
Yes it does have a non-stick coating, so you need to be careful of what utensils you use on it. I use wooden spoons.
2243764
I've owned this item for approximately one year and have always used a non-metallic spatula. I believe you risk scratching the non-stick surface should you use any other type.
116565
YES - it is NOT a non-stick product - I guess you could call it a "stick cookware set" You can use metal utensils with it, maybe that says it best.
2108152
Hi, I no longer have this set but I can tell you the lids were not interchangeable and yes, you definitely need non stick spray. That was part of the reason I got rid of them.
1292147
No... can not be used metal utensils..Better use wooden spatula..or.. silicone.