This is a great set that includes so many pot and pan sizes, there's a pan for everything. Especially when you just want some noodles.  Stainless steel needs to be heated up correctly to fully get that nonstick cooking. Failure could end up in burnt stuck on food. These pans heat up nicely and evenly. The handles stay cool to the touch! Highly recommend looking up the water trick to see if your pans ready. But even if you accidentally burn something, everything cleans off these pans. I've made whole dinners, soups, and, of course, some noodles. I am so happy to add this set to my cooking.