Rachael Ray Nonstick Steamer Set, 3-Quart
Last updated date: February 8, 2020
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In our analysis of 17 expert reviews, the Rachael Ray Rachael Ray Nonstick Steamer Set, 3-Quart placed 4th when we looked at the top 10 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.
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From The Manufacturer
Give veggies and more the steam treatment with the handy Rachael Ray Hard Enamel Nonstick 3-Quart Covered Steamer Set. This convenient set offers a fast and easy way to steam just about anything and the handy saucepot is great by itself for making sauces, warming leftovers and more. With a convenient stainless steel steamer insert and sturdy glass lid, this set takes the work out of making delicious vegetables in a healthy way. The pan features solid construction that promotes even heating, helping to reduce hot spots that can burn foods and has a durable, colorful porcelain enamel exterior. Long-lasting nonstick provides superior food release, making cleanup a snap and the colorful grippy handles offer a comfortable grasp and are dual riveted for extra strength. Oven safe to 350 Degree F, this set is also dishwasher safe and works well with many other items in the Rachael Ray collections. Steam delicious broccoli, cauliflower and carrots and more with this easy-to-use Rachael Ray Hard Enamel Nonstick 3-Quart Covered Steamer Set
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An Overview On Double Boilers
Everyone has gotten halfway through a recipe, only to see a reference to a piece of unfamiliar cookware. One of those items is a double boiler, which is especially popular for melting chocolate and cooking sauces and custards.
If you’ve ever seen a double boiler mentioned in a recipe, you’ve probably done what many others have over the years: conducted an online search for a substitute. You can easily get great results by filling a small saucepan with water, fitting a metal mixing bowl with the items you’re cooking inside it and boiling the water until your ingredients are melted.
But if you’re going to be making candy, sauces or other similar recipes on a regular basis, a double boiler will be well worth the investment. A double boiler comes with both pots you need to execute these recipes. Unlike a saucepan and mixing bowl, an official double boiler will be specifically designed for melting in the top pot, including a design that ensures even cooking.
There are many double boilers on the market, varying in design and price. Before you choose one over another, pay close attention to the many benefits each one offers. You may find that you save a couple of dollars, only to struggle with slow or uneven heating. You also could find that you choose a double boiler that isn’t built to last, forcing you to replace it soon after you buy it.
DYWM Fun Fact
The design of a double boiler is based on something called a bain marie, which is a fancy term to describe a hot water bath. The words were shortened from “balneum Mariae,” which translates as “Mary’s bath.” That term refers to the inventor of the two-vessel heating system, Mary the Jewess, although her original bain marie design looked more like something you’d see in a lab than something used to cook. Mary’s discovery used the ability of stacking pans to create “indirect heat,” which allows for heating liquids without having to worry about scorching. Sauces, chocolates and custards are the most popular items cooked using double boilers.
The Double Boiler Buying Guide
- Different types of cooktops require different pots and pans. If you have a stove that uses induction heating to cook, you’ll find that many of the stainless-steel pots on the market aren’t compatible. Look for one that specifically advertises that it works over induction heat.
- Wooden spoons are safest with stainless steel cookware. However, some double boilers have a finish that doesn’t scratch when used with metal cooking utensils.
- Between uses, you’ll need somewhere to store your double boiler. If you hang your pots and pans, look for a set that has hooks or holes in each handle. If not, consider how much space they’ll take up and make sure you have enough room in your cabinets for storing them.
- Cleaning is a consideration with any cookware. A nonstick surface can keep things quick and painless. However, a dishwasher-safe double boiler can be even more convenient.
- Stainless steel pans traditionally had handles that heated up during use, requiring you to use a potholder. For this reason, it’s important to be extra diligent while shopping to make sure you get a double boiler with stay-cool handles.
- If you ever plan to use either of the pans in your oven, look for one that has handles that are oven safe up to the heat level you’ll need.