Le Creuset 3 Piece Saucepan Set

A kitchen essential, the 3 Piece Saucepan Set contains 16cm Saucepan, 18cm Saucepan and 20cm Saucepan with lids.

The Le Creuset 3-ply Stainless Steel range is made using the latest multi-layering technology where stainless steel and aluminium are bonded together to form the special 3-ply material.  A core of aluminium is sandwiched between two layers of premium grade stainless steel cleverly combining the cooking benefits of both materials.  The aluminium stretches from base to rim, meaning heat spreads evenly and gently throughout the entire pan – not just the base.

Professional-style cast handles are attached with stainless steel rivets for a superior, secure fixing and the addition of helper handles makes lifting easier.

Close fitting lids retain moisture and heat for efficient and nutritious cooking in the casserole and saucepans, other thoughtful touches include capacity markings and an all round pouring rim.

Suitable for use on all hob types including induction, oven and grill safe.

Each Le Creuset 3-ply Stainless Steel product comes with a lifetime guarantee.

Le Creuset 3-ply stainless steel pans are made using a high technology, triple-layer system.  An aluminium core is sandwiched between two layers of premium quality stainless steel which includes special magnetic steel making the pans suitable for use on induction hobs.

The multi-layering continues throughout the whole pan ensuring excellent heat conduction performance from base to rim preventing hot-spots.

Some items have a tough, PFOA-free, reinforced non-stick coating. This provides a long-lasting, easy to use, durable cooking surface. When used correctly on MEDIUM and LOW heats it will provide excellent performance, releasing foods and residues easily. It is an ideal surface for healthier cooking with very little oil or fat.

The rim of each pan has a specially designed “all-round” lip for drip-free pouring.

Suitable for left and right handed use.

The close-fitting lids make the pans suitable for “reduced-water” cooking helping to retain vitamins and nutrients – see later section for details.

Handles are secured with stainless steel rivets.

Before First Use

Remove all packaging and labels, wash pans in hot soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly.

For items with a non-stick coating we recommend conditioning the non-stick surface before using for the first time. Rub a film of vegetable or corn oil over the entire cooking surface using a pad of kitchen paper towels. Rinse with hot water, dry thoroughly. The pan is now ready for use. Occasional re-conditioning after this will help to protect the surface and promote longer life.

When frying in an uncoated pan for the first time or whenever the pan has been cleaned in the dishwasher prepare the pan as follows:
- Add some vegetable or corn oil so that the base is covered.
- Heat the oil gently and turn the pan to coat the inner side walls.
- Remove the pan from the heat, let it cool and clean with kitchen paper.
- Add some further oil, fat or butter and begin cooking as normal.
- Season the food only after sealing on the hot surface.
- Turn food only when the surface has sealed and it is easily released.
- Reduce the temperature after sealing.

Usage

 Heat Zones & Sources
Le Creuset 3-ply stainless steel pans are:
- Suitable for use on all hobs, including induction. They can also be used in all types of conventional oven and, for shallow shapes, under the grill.
- The 3-ply construction of the pans means you do not need to cook on high heat settings. Only MEDIUM to LOW heat is needed for most cooking, including frying and searing.
- ALWAYS match the pan base size to the hob heat zone it is to be used on. Gas flames must always be confined to the base area and NEVER extend up around the side walls of the pan
- On any glass-topped hob always lift the pan on and off, or across the surface. Never slide the pan as this may cause damage to the pan base as well as to the glass.
- NEVER heat an empty pan
- If using salt, always add to the hot cooking liquid or food so that it can dissolve thoroughly. Never pour directly onto the stainless steel surface as it may cause pitting.

N.B. Non-stick pans - to protect and prevent damage to the surface, use only MEDIUM and LOW heats for all cooking. NEVER use high heats.

Induction Hob Cooking

Always match the diameter of the pan base to the induction hob cooking zone

Using a pan with a small base diameter on too large a cooking zone may result in a weaker magnetic field being created and reduced heat output. In some cases the hob may not "recognise" the pan and no heat will be generated.

DO NOT use the boost function for longer than is required to bring the pan's contents to a boil. The boost function should only be used for rapid heating of large quantities of water e.g. for boiling pasta or vegetables.

During cooking, you may notice some slight noise being generated in the pan by the induction hob. This will not damage the pan or affect cooking performance