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What Does PFOA-Free Mean in Cookware? | Safety Guide

Have you encountered a “PFOA-free” label while exploring the aisles (or web pages) for new cookware? If healthy cooking and...Read More
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7 Best Pots and Pans for Electric Stoves (2025 Buying Guide)

The best pots and pans for electric stoves have several things in common… Durability and stay-flat bases are some; we’ll...Read More
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Cast Iron vs Stainless Steel (Pros, Cons, Differences & Uses)

Although many people own both (which I recommend), it’s difficult to understand which is better, cast iron or stainless steel. Even trickier, when you should use cast iron vs stainless...

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Can Melamine Go in the Microwave? Using Melamine Safely

Melamine dinnerware. It’s inexpensive, lightweight, durable, and available in nearly every color and shape imaginable. However, microwaves were still a thing of the future when melamine debuted in the 1950s....

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All-Clad Vs Calphalon: Complete Pros & Cons Comparison

Regarding quality cookware, many cooks choose between All-Clad and Calphalon. While All-Clad has a stellar reputation, especially for its stainless steel cookware, it’s more expensive. Calphalon is better known for...

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Can You Microwave Silicone? (Complete Safety Guide)

From bakeware to pot holders, many have begun to rely on silicone in the kitchen. Why not? It can seemingly handle all kitchen tasks. But can you microwave silicone? More...

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Lead in Corelle Dishes? Toxic Patterns & How to Avoid Lead

Is there lead in Corelle dishes? In short, any Corelle dishware made after 2005 is safe and complies with current FDA regulations. But what about Corelle made before 2005? In...

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Can You Microwave Parchment Paper? A How-To Guide

When we think about using parchment paper in the kitchen, we usually think about baking. But parchment paper’s use goes far beyond the cookie tray! We’re here to explore this...

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Can You Microwave Paper Plates (Safety Guide)

There’s nothing quite as convenient as a good microwave. Paper plates make mealtime all the easier – you don’t even have to wash dishes! What's often overlooked is the actual...

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