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Blackthorn · 01-25-2004, 05:29 PM

This is a good question and many of the replies make good sense. I think the bottom line is that it depends on what you are making. It also depends on how often you plan to cook and how versatile you would like your cookware to be.

I use a good set of Townecraft cookware that they bill as being "waterless" cookware. The point being that you have to add no water or oils or extra liquids to what you are cooking. I find that to be possible for the limited set of recipes they provide for you to cook in that capacity but the quality of the cookware is outstanding. It is high quality stainless steel and can be used on top of the range or in an oven up to 425 degrees. The cookware is also stackable which means heat transfers from lower cookware directly on the range top to pieces that are placed on directly on top of those in contact with the heat source. This is handy when preparing larger meals and although I was skeptical at first it really works.

Here is a link to their main site ( http://www.townecraft.com/ ) but I think the sets are sold mainly through in home demonstrations. Encourage a friend to host a dinner party. They will get a free gift for hosting and you will get a good meal and the opportunity to see the stuff in action.

I know I sound like a saleman for the stuff but it's really good, versatile, and high quality cookware that will handle most if not all of your normal, every day cooking needs.

01-25-2004, 05:29 PM	#19 (permalink)
Blackthorn Beware the Mad Irish Location: Wish I was on the N17...	This is a good question and many of the replies make good sense. I think the bottom line is that it depends on what you are making. It also depends on how often you plan to cook and how versatile you would like your cookware to be. I use a good set of Townecraft cookware that they bill as being "waterless" cookware. The point being that you have to add no water or oils or extra liquids to what you are cooking. I find that to be possible for the limited set of recipes they provide for you to cook in that capacity but the quality of the cookware is outstanding. It is high quality stainless steel and can be used on top of the range or in an oven up to 425 degrees. The cookware is also stackable which means heat transfers from lower cookware directly on the range top to pieces that are placed on directly on top of those in contact with the heat source. This is handy when preparing larger meals and although I was skeptical at first it really works. Here is a link to their main site ( http://www.townecraft.com/ ) but I think the sets are sold mainly through in home demonstrations. Encourage a friend to host a dinner party. They will get a free gift for hosting and you will get a good meal and the opportunity to see the stuff in action. I know I sound like a saleman for the stuff but it's really good, versatile, and high quality cookware that will handle most if not all of your normal, every day cooking needs. __________________ What are you willing to give up in order to get what you want?