How to properly handle an all clad pan

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I just bought all clad's chef's pan (HA1) and their 10 piece set.

Chef's pan 12'

However, I quickly find out it's very uncomfortable to hold it by gripping the U shape handle from upper side or sideway, the edge of the handle cut in to my palm. And because the pan is very heavy (for good reason), it becomes very hard to lift it up and tilt it.

I did some research and find lots of people having this complain. There are some solution like this YouTube video, but it does not actually solve the lift and tilt problem.

I wonder what did professionals did when handling such kind of job?

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Best Answer

If impressing guests is not in order, some string and cork (possibly cut to shape) is the cheap way to improve a handle. E.g. I got tired of the all-metal tea pot handle being hot and probably in hindsight used too much string

metal handle with cork and string




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How do you keep All-Clad pans from sticking?

Make sure the pan is fully heated before adding any butter or oil. And make sure the oil or butter is hot before adding the food. Also, a good skillet like this one won't ever be as perfectly nonstick as a true nonstick finish pan. You will get little bits of food and scraps left over in the pan after cooking.

How do you use All-Clad cookware?

How to Cook with Stainless Steel Cookware
  • Preheat. The same way you preheat your oven before baking, remember to preheat your pan before adding any food to the cooking surface. ...
  • Keep it moderate. Use medium to moderate heat to avoid damaging your pan and the food inside of it. ...
  • Fat is your friend. ...
  • Be patient.


  • How do you use All-Clad pan first time?

    It Scratches Very Easily Here's the deal: If you don't take care not to scratch your All-Clad stainless, it'll get scratched. A lot. It will almost look like it's brushed steel, there are so many scratches. To avoid scratching, don't use metal utensils or hard scouring agents.



    How to Properly Cook With Stainless Steel Pans | Made In Cookware




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