Traditional nonstick pans have gotten a bad rap because many are made with Teflon (also known as PTFE) which, at high temperatures releases compounds into the air that are linked to some cancers.

 

Today, many nonstick pans are made without PTFE, but, either way, nonstick cookware is safe, as long as you use don't overheat them. PTFE starts to decompose at 500ºF and more significantly at 660ºF. You must use your nonstick pans over low to medium flame.

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TIPS FOR USE

• Never heat an empty pan, which will get hotter much faster and approach the 500ºF mark quicker.

• Use medium or low heat to cook with nonstick, but pay attention to the manufacturer's instructions for what temperature is best.

• Use less oil than you would in a stainless steel pan: you won't need it to coat the pan.

• Avoid using metal utensils that can scratch the nonstick coating.

• Avoid putting nonstick cookware in the dishwasher; the coating will wear faster.

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TOP RATED NON-STICK 2022

(List provided by Good Housekeeping 2022)

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• Best Overall Nonstick Cookware: Calphalon 10-Piece Nonstick Cookware Set

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• Best Value Nonstick Cookware: T-fal Signature Nonstick Cookware Set

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• Most Durable Nonstick Cookware: Ninja Foodi NeverStick Premium Hard-Anodized Cookware Set

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• Best Nonstick Cookware for Even Heating: Anolon Advanced Hard-Anodized Non-Stick Cookware Set

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• Most Versatile Nonstick Cookware: All Clad Essentials Nonstick Cookware Set

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• Best Ceramic Nonstick Cookware: GreenPan Revolution Ceramic Nonstick 10-Piece Cookware Set

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• Best Lightweight Nonstick Cookware: Scanpan Classic 14-Piece Cookware Set

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• Best Aluminum Nonstick Cookware: Zwilling Forté Nonstick Cookware Set

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• Best Metal-Utensil Safe Nonstick Cookware: HexClad Hybrid Nonstick Cookware Set

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• Best Nonstick Cookware for Beginners: Rachael Ray Hard Anodized Nonstick Cookware Set