A couple of weeks ago I was contacted by Scanpan to try their 10″ Professional Fry Pan. I had never heard of them before but later I learned that they are an eco-friendly Danish cookware company. Their Professional Line has a patented PFOA-free non-stick coating that can’t be damaged by metal utensils. Scanpan Cookware is manufactured in Denmark by SCANPAN Denmark AS and is today the largest European manufacturer of pressure cast aluminum cookware. The company was founded in 1956.
The non-stick surface is created by firing a ceramic-titanium compound into the pan. A specially formulated nonstick compound is then embedded in the surface. Its pressure cast aluminum construction is denser than most aluminum cookware, allowing for superior heat retention and quick distribution for reduced energy use.
How did I put this new kitchen addition to the test? I made a frittata. To me, making eggs is the ultimate test for a non-stick pan because in order to keep them from sticking you need to use a lot of oil or butter even on traditional non-stick pans.
I am happy to inform that this pan passed my egg test. I sauteed the above ingredients in just a little bit of grapeseed oil, added 6 eggs. I cooked them slightly on the stove-top and finsihed cooking them in the oven. The pan has a solid feel and provides an even cooking surface. I was surprised when I didn’t have any trouble serving the frittata. It didn’t stick at all and cleaning the pan was very easy afterwards. I am very impressed and happy with this product.
But the good news don’t stop there. The people of Scanpan are going to give away one 10-inch Professional fry-pan to one of my readers. For a chance t to win one of this beauties take a picture of your current fry pan (old, burnt, cruddy, warped) show it to us in this topic of the forum and tell us why you deserve a new one. You have until May 31th. This giveaway is only open to U.S. residents. I will number the entries and choose a winner using random.org June 1st.
Good luck everybody and buen provecho!
11 Replies
Great sounding pan Ben. I use stainless steel myself but never trusted them enough to use in the oven, like for a frittata. So, I went and bought a large cast iron skillet. Seems to work just fine, but I sure do like the sound of this one. Great review.
Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 3:53 pm
Scanpan makes excellent cookware. Their PFOA nonstick coating means that you can use it in higher temperatures and use metal utensils without damaging the coating. Another thing the PFOA coating allows for is that all Scanpan products are dishwasher safe!
Although, I prefer to handwash my pots and pans.
Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 3:58 pm
Do you know what cooking temp they are safe to in the oven? I need a new non-stick pan because they are valuable for weekend morning eggs.
Good to know about the PFOA coating but thanks to having an addiction to cast iron I use wood primarily.
Frittata looks awesome and great write up on the product!
Posted on May 19th, 2009 at 7:59 am
Wow sounds like a great pan
Posted on May 19th, 2009 at 8:57 am
I love my all clad cookware. So I’m curious as to how it compares.
Posted on May 21st, 2009 at 12:23 pm
What a pity. I’d love a frying pan like that.
Posted on May 21st, 2009 at 2:46 pm
I’d like to see if this pan actually can take the abuse I tend to give non-stick pans…my hubby is always harping on me for ruining his good cookware
Posted on May 24th, 2009 at 5:57 pm
I am really trying to learn new recipes and learn about new cookware I am learning a lot by reading and listening to people do reviews so I really appreciate yours. Thanks for posting.
Posted on May 28th, 2009 at 8:22 am
I love this pan… the non-stick has lasted so much longer than my previous two Calphalon non-sticks. So far. And you are SO right… I use eggs as the gauge for non-stick pan rating too. Love it when they just slide right out.
Posted on May 28th, 2009 at 8:29 am
I do I do want to win! If you have no one to give it to, you can send it to me…LOL
Posted on May 28th, 2009 at 9:58 am
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