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The Starfrit Alternative Fry Pan
I used to have a very expensive set of Teflon cookware. I thought it was a great thing to have; easy to clean, heavy duty, good heat distribution. But when I got my first parrot, I was told to never use cookware with Teflon coatings because the fumes coming from a pan on high heat could kill my bird. Made me wonder what it was doing to me as well! So I found other ways of getting by, but I was never satisfied. As I grew more knowledgeable on healthy alternatives, I found it was pretty hard to get non-stick cookware that was safe… and that actually worked. I got a few iron pans which I do like, but they’re darned heavy and require special care. But other than that, it was lots of scrubbing and soaking. Recently I found out about some eco-friendly cookware from a company called Starfrit. I’ve been testing out their Alternative Fry Pan, and I’m relieved to have finally found something that works.
While not all Starfrit’s products are in the eco-friendly category, their Alternative Eco-Friendly Cookware line is. Coated with ceramic, it’s completely chemical free and provides a surprisingly effective non-stick surface. First thing I tested was frying eggs because I’ve had eggs stick to non-stick cookware in the past, so I figured it’d be a pretty thorough test. The instructions call for very little cooking oil, a healthy benefit, so I added just a smidge. Even the oil wouldn’t stick to the pan! It kind of congregated with itself, refusing to coat much. When I added the eggs to the hot pan and was ready to flip them, I was happy to see nothing stuck from the eggs either. Easy to flip, even easier to clean. I waited for the pan to cool, then ran it under water. Grease and remaining egg bits just slid off and down the drain. At that moment I was sold.
Other great features: I love the handle. Very ergonomic, comfortable, and heat resistant. The pan itself is made of 99% recycled aluminum, and heat distribution is very even. The pan is relatively lightweight, and although I still feel it necessary to be careful with the surface, I can still use my metal spatulas. Great for someone who doesn’t choose plastic utensils.
Overall I’ve got to say the Starfrit Alternative pan is a definite winner. In fact, I’m hoping to go back and buy some other pieces or perhaps the set because I’m that impressed. This particular sized pan (28 cm) is $39.99, so it’s a little pricey, but if you consider it an investment, you’ve got yourself something that’s recycled, safe, and long-lasting.
Want to get your own set started? Starfrit is giving away one Alternative Non-Stick Frying Pan to a dkMommy Spot reader!
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1.) Just visit Starfrit USA and tell me what other item(s) you like there. (***You may enter once a day.) Remember, leave an interesting comment. If I cannot contact the winner, you might be chosen instead based on your comment.
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I would love to try the supreme slicer set. There has to be a safe way for me to slice veggies. A knife isn’t it — my son reminds me that he has had to go with me to our minor emergency center twice because knives and I don’t get along very well.
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I would love to try the Rotary Food Chopper, it would save me a lot of work! Thanks for the giveaway!
i really like the 4? Mini-Sauce Pan. thanks for the chance to win eaglesforjack@gmail.com
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I like the INFUSIO fry pans by HERITAGE.
I love the rotary food chopper!
Monday’s entry. Thank you!
Silicone Spatulas with Quick Fix caught my attention. I love the idea of food dripping from the spatula back into the pot. It never fails that I make a huge mess when cooking something like spaghetti sauce, because even a spoon rest gets so messy!
I’m a follower
like the SECURIMAX AUTO can opener…
I tweeted here
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Re-usable Silicone stretch lids
Thanks for the chance to win a prize!
Mondays entry
I like the apple pealer. It would be nice to have for making fresh apple pie.
I like the stretch lids
the food chopper looks useful
I could use the chef fry pan
Manual meat grinder is another safer choice for food preparation.
Happy Monday. Need a healthy way to cook my breakfast!
last entry
I like the Freshkut folding chopping board
I like the Rotary food chopper.
ok doky
Love the Arc 42 casserole 5L with lid
I like the STARCLASSIX Deep Fry pan with Lid
It is amazing what they do with cast iron nowdays.I love my cast iron cookware and have for 20 years so this is the new age of cast iron.I would love to have the cast iron casserol cooker,it would be a new beginning.
garden solar lights are very attractive
8/10 my daily entry.
I like the cast iron casserole cooker. My dad always talked about cast iron products and I thought he was crazy, I get it now. It only took about 30 years!:)
I really like the mini egg pan. I make eggs for breakfast every morning and this would be perfect!
I love the cast iron casserol cooker!
It is so very hard to find great cookware and this site sounds like they have the some of the best
I absolutely love the casserole cooker.. the best I have ever tried!
I like the breakfast pan too!
swest2@triad.rr.com
The silicone gloves, I could use some new ones
i also like the 30501
24 cm Artisan frypan
(USD) 36,95
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last Happy Monday entry, thanks!
I like the garden solar lights.
I love the Folding Chopping Board!
For today’s entry I am loving the InLuv 18/10 Stainless Steel Gourmet 10 piece set
i like the SUPREME SLICER SET.
I’m also a subscriber. HI!
I also like the INFUSIO fry pan by HERITAGE
08/10 entry!
wow, i really need a new frying, i bought one 3 weeks ago, and it is now in the garbage, the handle came off and broke in the middle, all the teflon came off, and the frying pan cracked in the middle. i tried to return it, but they said 3 weeks is to long to return, i paid 25.00 for it , it should have at least lasted me for a year at least, but it only lastesd 3 weeks. thanks
winning is nice
I’d love to recieve this