Using the 12" Exec Skillet: Do I Need the SS Skillet Too?

[cochef]

I noticed in the new SBRC the 12" skillet is used in a couple of recipes. I already have the 12 Exec and an contemplating whether or not I actually "need" the SS skillet. Can you use the Exec instead with the med/high heat mentioned without any problem? Any thoughts would be appreciated.

 

[grgann]

I believe the only difference is that it cannot be put under the broiler (because of the handle) and you are not likely to get a good "sear" on meat with non-stick. I think otherwise you can use it in the same way.....

 

[carlajanes]

i get a great "sear" on meats with my exec......i don't have the ss because i have rheumatoid arthritis so badly i can't scour the pans....the exec cleans up great and does everything i used to do with ss except go under the broiler......

 

[raebates]

I agree that you should be able to use the Executive unless it's something that goes under the broiler.

.i don't have the ss because i have rheumatoid arthritis so badly i can't scour the pans.

Carla, you don't have to scour the SS pans. Once you've removed the food from the pan, place it back on the warm burner (heat should be off, but there will be some residual heat) and fill it with warm/hot tap water. Let it sit while you eat. By the time you're done with dinner the pan should be completely deglazed, making it a cinch to clean.

 

[pchockeymom]

The other difference is the ss can go in oven to 500, the exec to 400. But seriously, who cooks at 500???

 

[ShellBeach]

The other difference is the ss can go in oven to 500, the exec to 400. But seriously, who cooks at 500???

I do, cuz I'm HAWT!

(LOL, couldn't resist)

 

[pchockeymom]

I do, cuz I'm HAWT!

(LOL, couldn't resist)

ROFLMAO:thumbup:

 

[Deb Bixler]

I am certain that any recipe done in the Exec will work out the same or possibly better than the stainless. If you heat your skillet hot before adding any meat to sear you can get a good "sear" if that is what you want... just don't toss or stir it until the first side is brown.