Swiss Diamond Nonstick Fry Pan with Lid - 10"
Recent information on the potential hazards of cooking on nonstick surfaces have instigated a search among some consumers for a better cookware choice that still offers the convenience of nonstick. This Swiss company believes it has come up with a substitute that's even better than the original. Swiss Diamond coats the interiors of its cast aluminum pans with-of all things-diamond crystals. As it turns out, diamonds are excellent conductors of heat and produce an indestructible cooking surface that releases easily without the use of fats, doesn't peel or crack, and is even safe for the dishwasher and for use with metal utensils.This 10-inch covered pan fries about four strips of bacon; sautés a bunch of scallions in butter; or, with the lid on, braises kale or collard greens. Beneath the diamond crystals, the pan is constructed of heavy cast aluminum, which is also a consistent heat conductor and has an extra-thick base that resists warping and is safe for any type of cooktop. The comfortable ergonomically designed handle and knob on the lid stay cool during cooking and are oven-safe to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. The tempered glass lid is clear to prevent overcooking and has reinforced stainless-steel rims for added durability. A sliding lever in the knob opens for optional venting.Swiss Diamond claims that its revolutionary diamond-reinforced cookware outperforms cookware with Titanium surfaces by 25 percent and provides a limited lifetime warranty to back up that claim. Those in the industry agree that this Swiss company has come up with something innovative and amazing as they have honored Swiss Diamond cookware with a highly sought-after International Inventors Gold Award.--Cristina Vaamonde