First lets start of by saying this is the best skillet I've ever used. I used it for the first time to make some hash browns and when I tell you that they were perfect  i truly mean that,they were just golden and had just the right crispness.the skillet is deep enough to put a little more than normal,and the coating on the skillet is of great quality ,did not burn or scorch.The handle did not get hot and the bottom ofthe skillet stayed clean. I didnt need much oil because of the non stick coating .I also loved the deep teal color of the skillet because it perked up my kitchen.