The tall saucepan is one of those pot models that cannot be missing in the kitchen. But which material to choose? Indestructible cast iron, modern Aluinox, the brilliance of steel, versatile aluminum or timeless copper?
The high casserole , mainly used for cooking sauces, for making stocks, mixing compounds and making creams, is ideal for cooking. one of the most useful tools; used in the kitchen thanks to their versatility, hence the name “fai tout”.
The most important companies established ones offer high saucepans in different materials: cast iron, stainless steel, aluminium, copper or the innovative Aluinox, exclusive to Agnelli.
Having said that, which one is the best choice? better choose ?
The ancient flavor of cast iron
Cast iron is an iron alloy. has long been a material used in the production of pots and pans. It is an alloy composed of iron and carbon that retains heat well.
The most important aspect is appreciated of this type of material is, in fact, its capacity; to cook the dishes evenly. The slow diffusion of heat allows the best release of the taste of the dishes.
The tall cast iron casserole it is; usually enamelled: enamelled cast iron retains both hot and cold well, so it is suitable for heating and cooling. also suitable for storing food in the fridge.
They are the ideal choice when long cooking times at a constant temperature are required ( slow cook ) such as for the preparation of stews, boiled meats, soups and braised meats.
The lightness and non-stick properties of aluminum
Aluminum is a very light, functional and high conductivity material; thermal, which means that the heat spreads quickly and evenly inside the pot, taking less time to cook food.
There ’ then the high saucepan in non-stick aluminum which has also solved the problem of food sticking. The tall non-stick aluminum saucepans ensure genuine cooking with very little fat and are easy to cook. simple to wash.
High copper saucepan: for connoisseurs and professionals
Copper was one of the most common materials. used in the past. Virtually indestructible with a high burning capacity. to transmit heat and spread it evenly, for truly amazing cooking results.
Furthermore, the high copper casserole , like all the other pots made of this material, is suitable for cooking and baking. robust and can; be tinned and therefore come back as new at any time.
The resistance of stainless steel
The ductility is processing, the ease; cleaning, resistance and low conductivity; of heat, have made the high casserole in stainless steel a practical ally in cooking broths, soups, braised meats, roasts and for caramelising.
Perfect, for example, to prepare a delicious fish soup or a delicate dish of linguine with shellfish.
Modern materials to combine the qualities
Finally, there is the the Aluinox.
Aluinox is the perfect solution for a variety of products. the line of steel cooking tools with an aluminum heart and stainless steel walls created by Agnelli.
Specifically, the tall saucepan in Aluinox , as well as; like all the other products of this line, it is; made internally and externally in steel; between the two layers of steel is enclosed in a layer of aluminum.
A choice that thus unites; the advantages of the two materials: the high conductivity; of aluminum and the resistance of steel, energy saving, excellent safety from a hygienic point of view, impact resistance, the possibility of of use on every cooking tool including induction hobs.
Aluinox is, in fact, designed to also be compatible with induction hobs.
Finally, maintenance is essential. extremely simple: the products in this line can be washed in the dishwasher or by hand, with traditional detergents and the cooking results are truly exceptional.