Crane Cookware C2 Sauté Pan
British company Crane Cookware uses a uniquely formulated cast iron for this sauté pan, which works just as well as traditional models but is thinner and more compact so it saves space. We love the neat, effective design, with clean lines and a flat, modern-looking lid. Also, the precise, straight edges on the pot and lid handles make them ergonomic and easy to grip, even with oven mitts on. The cookware works on all sorts of stovetops and is safe for use in the oven, with all the high heat retention and even cooking we expect from high-quality cast iron. Plus, the company emphasizes environmental sustainability, so the pan is made with up to 30% recycled iron.
This sauté pan has slightly higher sides than a skillet that hold bigger batches and keep food from spilling out when you're sautéing or stir-frying. Yet the pan is still shallow enough for moisture to escape when you want to brown meat. It's perfect for searing steaks, pork chops or chicken, then making a pan sauce from the remaining juices. Or take advantage of its accompanying lid to steam-cook open-faced omelets, or make dishes like Cracked Potatoes with Vermouth, Coriander and Fennel or Chicken and Bean Paella.
- Net Weight: 9.9 pounds
- Dimensions: Diameter: 9.05 inches | Depth: 2.75 inches
- Use: Oven-safe. Works on all stovetops, including induction
- Materials: Vitreous enameled cast iron, made from 30% recycled materials
- Place of Origin: France
Crane Cookware C3 Frying Pan
British company Crane Cookware uses a uniquely formulated enameled cast iron for this frying pan, which works just as well as traditional models but is thinner and more compact so it saves space. We especially love the neat, effective design, with clean lines and a flat, modern-looking lid. The precise, straight edges on the pot and lid handles make them ergonomic and easy to grip, even with oven mitts on—an underrated but crucial quality. Crane's frying pan works on all sorts of stovetops and is safe for use in the oven, with all the high heat retention and even cooking we expect from high-quality cast iron. Plus, the company emphasizes environmental sustainability, so this cookware is made with up to 30% recycled iron.
We like that the enameled surface with its high heat retention properties will put a thick crust on steaks but still release eggs with ease, while the short, wide handle allows for a solid grip on the pan and won't crowd your stovetop during cooking. Use it to brown and roast meat or for dishes like our Potato and Eggplant Tortilla Española or our Pasta, Thyme and Parmesan Frittata.
- Net Weight: 8.4 pounds
- Dimensions: Diameter: 9.05 inches | Depth: 2.75 inches
- Use: Oven-safe. Works on all stovetops, including induction
- Materials: Vitreous enameled cast iron, made from 30% recycled materials
- Place of Origin: France
Crane Cookware C6 Two-Hob Griddle Pan
British company Crane Cookware uses a uniquely formulated enameled cast iron for this griddle pan, which works just as well as traditional cast iron but is thinner and more compact so it saves space. We love the neat, modern-looking design, with clean lines and precise straight edges on the handles that make them ergonomic and easy to grip, even with oven mitts on. The griddle pan works on all sorts of stovetops, including induction, with all the high heat retention and even cooking we expect from high-quality cast iron. Plus, the company emphasizes environmental sustainability, so this cookware is made with up to 30% recycled iron.
The clever herringbone pattern of this griddle is perfect for evenly grilling multiple foods at once; the ridges create neatly spaced charring on foods such as chicken, delicate fish or vegetables, while the even heat of cast iron prevents burning. The deep grooves and diverging lines on either side of the grill ensure that juices don't run together but rather are channeled down the center and sides of the pan. Pour spouts on one end of the griddle make for easier cleanup, as well as the nonstick properties of Crane's enameled finish. Use it to char vegetables or to get even grill marks on meat dishes such as our Seared Strip Steak with Almond Rosemary Salsa Verde.
- Net Weight: 7.9 pounds
- Dimensions: Length: 17.13 inches | Width: 9.45 inches | Depth: 1.2 inches
- Use: Oven-safe. Works on all stovetops, including induction
- Materials: Vitreous enameled cast iron, made from 30% recycled materials
- Place of Origin: France
Crane Cookware C1 Casserole Pot
British company Crane Cookware uses a uniquely formulated enameled cast iron for this pot, which works just as well as traditional models but is thinner and more compact so it saves space. We especially love the neat, effective design, with clean lines and a flat, modern-looking lid. The precise, straight edges on the pot and lid handles make them ergonomic and easy to grip, even with oven mitts on—an underrated but crucial quality. The cookware works on all sorts of stovetops and is safe for use in the oven, with all the high heat retention and even cooking we expect from high-quality cast iron. Plus, Crane Cookware emphasizes environmental sustainability, so this cookware is made with up to 30% recycled iron.
We love how the rounded corners on the inside of the pot make it easier to scoop up every last bit of soup or stew. Also, the lid provides a tight seal to keep moisture in when braising, while the pot's 3-quart capacity and gentle, even heating are perfect for poaching delicate foods that are easy to overcook, such as the shrimp in our Jasmine Rice and Herb Salad or the eggs in our Turkish Poached Eggs with Garlicky Yogurt.
- Net Weight: 11.7 pounds
- Dimensions: Diameter: 9.05 inches | Depth: 4.92 inches
- Use: Oven-safe. Works on all stovetops, including induction
- Materials: Vitreous enameled cast iron, made from 30% recycled materials
- Place of Origin: France