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Finding the right cookware set is never an easy task. Non-stick, stainless steel, copper… there are so many options that you can easily get lost. Today, we review a great, affordable non-stick cookware set from T-fal. We’ve researched all the features and tested it out to see if they are true.
Read on if you are interested in the results.
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T-fal c836SA Ultimate Stainless Steel Copper-Bottom Cookware Set Review
About T-Fal
T-fal is one of the leading names in the world of non-stick cookware today. The company actually makes a range of cookware, kitchen utensils, and even some home appliances, but non-stick aluminum cookware is their most popular product.
This shouldn’t come as a surprise, though, considering the history of the French company. T-Fal was founded back in 1954 with the goal of making cookware covered with Teflon, which is something that wasn’t widely available at the time. The name of the company also reflects this idea – “T-Fal” is actually a combination of the words “Teflon” and “aluminum”.
More than half a century has passed since the beginning of T-Fal, and during this time they have continued to optimize their products and provide innovative kitchen solutions.
However, the company has remained faithful to its original concept – making functional and affordable cookware suitable for everyday use at home. We believe that the T-fal E765SC Hard Anodized 12-Piece Cookware Set is the perfect example of that. What kind of pots and pans does this set contain?
Read on if you want to find out!
What’s Included?
The composition of the T-fal E765SC Hard Anodized 12-Piece Cookware Set is slightly different than other standard cookware sets. What immediately stands out is the fact that you get a 5-quart dutch oven. The dutch oven comes with a glass lid that fits snuggly which makes it perfect for slow cooking both on the stove and in the oven.
Besides the Dutch oven, the T-fal E765SC Hard Anodized 12-Piece Cookware Set set also includes 2 sturdy frying pans and three saucepans. The diameter of the smaller frying pan is 8 inches, while the diameter of the bigger one is 10.25 inches.
Both are very good sizes for standard home cooking needs – not too big and not too small. The three saucepans included are all in different sizes. The capacity of the smallest one is 1 quart, the middle one is 2 quarts, and the large one is 3 quarts.
- A small frying pan measuring 8 inches in diameter
- A large frying pan measuring 10 inches in diameter
- A small saucepan with a capacity of 1 quart, lid included
- A medium saucepan with a capacity of 2 quarts, lid included
- A large saucepan with a capacity of 3 quarts, lid included
- A solid spoon made of nylon
- A slotted spoon made of nylon
- Set includes: 8 inch fry pan, 10 inch fry pan, 1 quart saucepan with lid, 2 quart saucepan with lid, 3 quart saucepan with lid, 5 quart dutch oven with lid, solid spoon, and slotted spatula
- Durable Construction: The hard anodized exterior and forged design is built to stand the test of time. Titanium Non-stick coating keeps food sliding smoothly, making cooking easier and cleanup a breeze
- Thermo-Spot Technology: Unique heat indicator turns solid red when pans are properly preheated so you'll know exactly when to start cooking for perfect results every time.
- Premium Design: Riveted silicone handles provide a comfortable grip, while the vented tempered glass lids trap heat and moisture while maintaining visibility. Whether cooking a favorite recipe or an experimental new dish, this collection is tough enough to take on all your cooking needs.
- Versatile Cooking Options: This set can withstand oven temperatures up to 400°F (lids up to 350°F) and is suitable for all stove tops, excluding induction, making it a versatile and reliable addition to your kitchen. Limited lifetime warranty.
Features
Construction
All of the pots and pans in this set are made from hard anodized heavy-gauge aluminum. Hard anodized aluminum is durable, scratch-resistant, and not too heavy which is why we really love these pots and pans.
They also have a special Anti-Warp base built in, which makes them last even longer than standard hard anodized cookware. The hard anodized exterior is very hard to scratch and super easy to clean which is always great.
The pots and pans come in black and have a brushed aluminum finish on the outside. All the handles on pots and pans in this set are double-riveted and made of silicone.
The silicone is soft and comfortable to use, but also safe to use at temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. The lids are made of tempered glass with nice large handles on top with silicone grips.
We simply love these tempered glass lids because they let you monitor the cooking process without raising the lid.
Non-Stick Coating
All of the pots and pans in this set feature a non-stick coating, which is really T-Fal’s signature detail.
Although they are mostly known for Teflon, today they use a modern non-stick coating free of any harmful chemicals. It does contain PTFE, but it has been proven that PTFE is not harmful for your health, it’s just PFOA.
Health concerns aside, this is a great non-stick coating. It is durable and quite resistant. So much so that it is even dishwasher-safe and safe to use with metal utensils.
Thermo-Spot
One of the innovative solutions that T-Fal has come up with is their signature Thermo-Spot Technology.
The Thermo-Spot is a red circle at the center of the pot or pan that works as a heat indicator – it tells you when the cooking surface has reached the right temperature for you to start cooking. It’s quite simple, really, but it makes life so much easier.
So how exactly does it work? You’ll notice that every pot and pan in the T-fal E765SC Hard Anodized 12-Piece Cookware Set has a red circle at the center of the cooking surface with the letter “T” in the middle.
The circle is not solid red, though – it has a pattern of darker rectangles showing. All you need to do is turn on the heat and wait until the circle becomes completely red. This indicates that the pot or pan you are using has warmed up – no need for testing or guessing.
- Set includes: 8 inch fry pan, 10 inch fry pan, 1 quart saucepan with lid, 2 quart saucepan with lid, 3 quart saucepan with lid, 5 quart dutch oven with lid, solid spoon, and slotted spatula
- Durable Construction: The hard anodized exterior and forged design is built to stand the test of time. Titanium Non-stick coating keeps food sliding smoothly, making cooking easier and cleanup a breeze
- Thermo-Spot Technology: Unique heat indicator turns solid red when pans are properly preheated so you'll know exactly when to start cooking for perfect results every time.
- Premium Design: Riveted silicone handles provide a comfortable grip, while the vented tempered glass lids trap heat and moisture while maintaining visibility. Whether cooking a favorite recipe or an experimental new dish, this collection is tough enough to take on all your cooking needs.
- Versatile Cooking Options: This set can withstand oven temperatures up to 400°F (lids up to 350°F) and is suitable for all stove tops, excluding induction, making it a versatile and reliable addition to your kitchen. Limited lifetime warranty.
T-fal E765SC Hard Anodized Nonstick Cookware Set: Key Features
- Hard anodized aluminum is durable and scratch-resistant
- The TechnoResist base keeps these pots and pans from warping
- The non-stick coating is effective, durable, and completely safe to use
- The Thermo-spot indicator lets you know when the cooking surface has reached the right temperature
- All of the pots and pans in this set are safe to use with metal utensils
- Oven-safe up to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
- Dishwasher-safe
See also: T-fal A821SA Initiatives Nonstick Cookware Set, 10-Piece here
