teachermom2834 Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 I've had a love affair with Pampered Chef stones for about 10 years but it's over. I'm having problems with breakage. They are a pain to replace and then get seasoned perfectly. I'm done with them. So, I need to start replacing them. I have no idea what to buy. I want something high quality but I really can't afford the All-Clad. What is a high quality brand that isn't quite as pricey? I don't mind shelling out some money as I cook/ bake a lot and really enjoy it. I just can't spend $100 on a cookie sheet. Any suggestions? Thanks. Marie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieJ Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 Chicago Metallic is the brand I am just starting to use. So it is very nice. Amazon.com carries the. One of my cookie sheets was dinged due to poor packaging......they replaced it immediately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardening momma Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 What kind of bakeware are you looking for--cookie sheets and shallow bar pans, or something deeper, like casserole dishes? I really like my CorningWare French White dishes: I actually have these 3 sizes pictured--the 1.5 qt round casserole (2 of them), the 2.5 qt round casserole, a deep dish oval casserole, and a shallow oval casserole (not pictured). I have glass lids and flat plastic lids (not vented) for each of them. I don't know where I got mine, but they're probably about 8 years old now and going strong. http://www.corningware.com/index.asp?pageId=92 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachermom2834 Posted July 30, 2009 Author Share Posted July 30, 2009 I will eventually have to replace all of it because I have really been on a roll breaking the stoneware. I have a couple of those casserole dishes I got at my wedding shower and they are still going strong 13 years later. I looked at the Chicago Metallic cookie sheets and they looked very nice and in my price range. Thanks. Marie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardening momma Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 Then I'd recommend Calphalon. I recently replaced my el-cheapo cookie sheets with Calphalon pans. I have 2 9"x13" ones and 2 large ones (2x as big as the 9x13). They have 1" high sides. They're thick and heavy-ish. They're like these, except they're light brown: These are the classic non-stick; mine must be a different product line. I think I got them at Kohl's, but I think Bed, Bath & Beyond carries them too. Ok, found them at the Kohl's website: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachermom2834 Posted July 30, 2009 Author Share Posted July 30, 2009 That's exactly what I'm looking for and in the right price range. I'll look at those. Thanks. Marie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElizabethB Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 Parchment paper with an el cheapo pan works great for cookies and other baked goods. I cook my chocolate chip cookies at 325 degrees on a pan with parchment paper until just slightly brown--very yummy. For pizza, nothing beats a stone. But, you could try cheaper ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 I have been very happy with the equipment reviews at CooksIllustrated.com. They have a 14 day free trial. If you get on their email list they send out emails that have great information too. I like that they rate cheap and expensive items, and then give their reasons why they liked/disliked each item. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 I went to Sam's Club and got two nice sized cookie sheets for $10. They're commercial grade, I think. Either way, They last a LONG time, are cheap and wash up in the dishwasher very very well. My church has used these for decades and they're still in excellent shape. http://www.samsclub.com/shopping/navigate.do?dest=5&item=380853 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardening momma Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Parchment paper with an el cheapo pan works great for cookies and other baked goods. I cook my chocolate chip cookies at 325 degrees on a pan with parchment paper until just slightly brown--very yummy. My el cheapo pans rusted. I put up with them for several years (about 8), while they rusted under the turned edges, but when they finally started rusting on the cooking surface (from scratches and such, I suppose), that was enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My3Boys Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I second the Chicago Metallic. I have alot of their baking stuff and it's great, and reasonable priced. I can't say enough about their bread and cake pans. In fact, most of it falls under their "buy 3, get 1 free" offer. I have taken advantage of this many times in the past few years as I just went through replacing my baking pans and adding some items I have been needing. You can mix and match items as well and still get this offer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holly in FL Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I replaced all my bakeware a few years ago with DoughMakers. http://www.doughmakers.com/newmain.htm Here is one place I bought most of mine on-line: http://www.cutleryandmore.com/doughmakers.htm I think the other site I used was Metro Kitchen. Smiles! ~Holly in FL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
japhmi Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 For cookie sheets - get the cheap aluminum 1/2 sheet pans from your local restaurant supply store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian (a lady) Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I have the same dishes pictured above. The only problem I've had is when the packer dropped one off the counter. You can find these at a lot of department stores and at kitchen stores in outlet malls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian (a lady) Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I got a set of Air Bake cookie sheets years ago. They have held up very well. They do get hand washed and not immersed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luna Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I bake a lot and have several favorites. My sil gave me two 1/2 sheet pans from Martha Stewart quite a few years ago (10?) that I just love. They clean up beautifully and are great for cookies, meatballs, jelly rolls, etc. My favorite for cookies are my airbake cookie sheets. I've had those for longer than I can remember. Again, they clean up really well (mine are still shiny silver) and haven't warped at all. For bar cookies and brownies I use pyrex or old fire king. I have a Pampered Chef stone for pizza and frozen fries, but never liked them for baking. The pans are ridiculously heavy when full and I chipped my stove with one taking it out of the oven. Good luck on your search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Is Chicago Metallic non-stick metal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElizabethB Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 My el cheapo pans rusted. I put up with them for several years (about 8), while they rusted under the turned edges, but when they finally started rusting on the cooking surface (from scratches and such, I suppose), that was enough. OK, you're right--don't get bottom of the line el cheapo, get at least one grade up! I do have one cookie sheet that is now for magnetic letters only, it rusted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpedIntoTheDeepEndFirst Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 For cookies, sm. Boboli bread and similar oven items I have these from Williams-Sonoma. They have lasted for over 12 years, multiple moves, and keep going. They work great with parchment paper or Silpat sheets. I do handwash my bakeware though. They come in both 1/4 and 1/2 sheet sizes. Similar models available in flat cookie sheets. I find that the cheap ones from WalMart tend to warp in the oven after a year or so and gave up on them. I think with that kind of lifespan they are worth the investment. Link to Product Here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCoppock Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Then I'd recommend Calphalon. :iagree:Beds Bath and Beyond sells a five piece bakeware set for $50. http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/Product.asp?order_num=-1&SKU=13731527 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieJ Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Is Chicago Metallic non-stick metal? Mine are not, but they clean up nicely. I do have one silpat for the pans that I have a love/hate relationship with. Depends on what I am baking I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torikei Posted August 2, 2009 Share Posted August 2, 2009 I agree. Chicago metallic is awesome--heavy duty and easy to clean. These pans will actually make you a better baker--less likely to burn, cooks evenly, etc. Lots of people will ask me the secret to scones and great pans are always the first thing I mention. Tori Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachermom2834 Posted August 2, 2009 Author Share Posted August 2, 2009 Lots of great ideas. I ordered a couple pieces of the Chicago Metallic from Amazon. They looked like what I had in mind and the price was okay. I'll be looking for my package this week. The kids will be happy I will be baking. Thanks. Marie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My3Boys Posted August 4, 2009 Share Posted August 4, 2009 Is Chicago Metallic non-stick metal? They have both. The professional line is non-stick. Their commercial line is not. I get the commercial because I generally prefer not to use the non-stick. I do have one set of professional non-stick cake pans. Cooks Illustrated rated them #1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukeswife Posted August 4, 2009 Share Posted August 4, 2009 For cookie sheets - get the cheap aluminum 1/2 sheet pans from your local restaurant supply store. Totally agree, I have 3 of these and they are the best cookie sheets I've ever owned! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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