While stainless steel, copper, and traditional nonstick are the most popular options for the best cookware sets, hard-anodized aluminum can offer some of the best value. According to Fran Groesbeck, ...

Copper and cast iron have long since been the most common materials for cookware sets. However, new materials, including aluminum and stainless steel, were introduced to pots and pans, followed by ...

Buying a cookware set, or even a single pan, can be a serious financial decision with some going for as much as $300 per piece. There are dozens of styles, surfaces, and sizes to choose from—not to ...