Due to the even heat distribution American Gourmet cookware can be used in waterless, greaseless cooking methods demonstrated at our live cooking shows and in the recipes on our site.
American Gourmet Cookware Construction
9-Ply Surgical T304 Stainless Steel Construction with DOUBLE Carbon and Aluminum Layers
Ever since the discovery of stainless steel, the metal’s unique properties have made it suitable for a wide variety of applications from surgery to aviation. Its durability and attractive finish, ease of cleaning, and resistance to rust and corrosion make it particularly useful in the manufacture of cookware. Like all steels, stainless steel is an alloy or combination of elements. The presence of 11% Chromium gives it the corrosion resistance while a high nickel content gives it strength. Our cookware is made from 304 thermium multiplex. It contains 18-20% chromium and 10-12% nickel. The longer this metal is used the more resistant to corrosion and rust it becomes! A well used piece of stainless steel cookware often looks better than new because repeated cleaning removes the surface imperfections and produces a hard, dense surface that is much more resistant to rust and corrosion.
The introduction of stainless steel revolutionized the cookware industry since copper and cast iron were hard to clean and aluminum stained and pitted easily. However, the first stainless steel cookware had disadvantages too. Since its thickness did not conduct heat evenly it developed “hot spots” or areas which food was burned and other areas not done enough. Later, layers of copper and aluminum were attached together to the bottom of stainless steel utensils to improve the metals conductivity and reduce “hot spots”. Although this was an improvement, they still did not conduct heat evenly. Eventually a stainless steel cookware was made of a new miracle metal called 304 thermium and combined the best of both worlds – efficient heat distribution and ease of cleaning.
American Gourmet Cookware with its 304 thermium construction offers all the benefits of this miracle metal without any of the disadvantages. This was achieved by using a patented 9-ply of metal as detailed in the picture above. The stainless steel interior and exterior is easy to clean and the brilliant highly polished finish complements any kitchen décor. This quality construction along with many of the features below permit the modern homemaker to use waterless cooking methods. Cooking the waterless way allows you to serve fruits and vegetables which still retain their color, texture and nutrients since they are cooked with a minimum of moisture. There is less peeling, coring and no stirring or pot-watching.
You may look and find whole complete sets of cookware for one tenth the price. But this is the difference when you pay the extra money for HIGH QUALITY PROFESSIONAL cookware. Nowhere can you get our patented nine layer (not stamped out by a big machine) cookware. Moreover, these utensils have a LIFETIME WARRANTY and cannot be compared to ANY other cookware on the market.
American Gourmet Cookware Features
To use waterless cooking methods is very simple. All you do is cover the pan with audible control knob open. When the tone whistle sounds reduce the heat to low and close the control knob. This is very helpful when used with our waterless greaseless cooking methods which result in healthier food.
Make no mistake about it..this cookware is the finest available and you can verify authenticity by looking at the stamp on the bottom of each piece. 9-ply!!! 24 elements with Titanium - ACCEPT NO LESS !!!
Stacked Cooking the American Gourmet Cookware Way !
American Gourmet Stackable Cooking System
Stack cooking is a good way to prepare a whole meal on one burner. This involves placing one utensil on top of another on the burner. This is really convenient when entertaining or preparing big meals and stovetop space is at a premium. The American Gourmet cooking system is specifically designed to provide even heat distribution and a vacuum seal that is necessary for stack cooking. Keep in mind that the lower pans are better for cooking food with more weight or volume and require longer cooking times. The upper pans are best for cooking fresh or frozen vegetables, fruits or sauces. The very top pan can be used to reheat leftovers, melt buttor or chocolate and warm dinner rolls. All of the recipes in our cookbook can be used for stack cooking.
Waterless Cooking the American Gourmet Way
Waterless Cooking Methods
Many do not know this but cooking without water is possible because most foods already contain water! American Gourmet cookware has an audible cooking knob which assists you in cooking without water. For instance to cook vegetables the waterless way we rinse and then place prepared vegetables in cold pan. Be sure to fill at least 2/3 full. Cover with lid and heat over low-medium heat until the whistle on the knob goes off. Then reduce the temperature and don't take the lid off during cooking. During this fast cooking process, steam rises to the middle of the lid where it is concentrated and then returns to the bottom thus cooking by steam.
Greaseless Cooking the American Gourmet Way
Healthy Greaseless Cooking
In the past fat of some type was used to prevent pots from burning or staining. With American Gourmet cookware and its 9-ply surgical steel construction this is not necessary. The method is as follows. Heat an empty pan until water drops "dance" on the pan. Be careful as the meat will burn instantly if the pan is overheated. Add unsalted meat. It will stick to the bottom of the pan but this is ok. Simply let the meat cook for 2-3 minutes and it will "release" on its own. Then turn over and brown on the other side. Add spices and condiments at this time. Cover and reduce the heat. Meat cooked in its own juices tastes much better than meat cooked in fat or oil. Meat also does not shrink as much using this method.
Quality Features of Our Electric Oil Core Skillet
American Gourmet Cookware offers a Oil Core Skillet as the centerpiece of our waterless and greaseless cooking collection. Timeless beauty and perfection are the main design goals of this unit. It sports a highly polished exterior and is all backed by a no nonsense LIFETIME WARRANTY.
The heavy oil core in the center of the skillet provides the ultimate in even heat distribution which is necessary for use in the waterless methods demonstrated at our live cooking shows and the recipes found on our site.
12 and 10 Inch Electric Oil Core Skillet with Dome Cover
Allows for low fat cooking with minimum moisture. Low heat cooking preserves nutrients in vegetables. Has large 4 quart (1 gallon) capacity. Detachable electrical cord and fully submersible body make the unit easy to clean.
Construction of Electric Oil Core Skillet
Polished T304 superior quality stainless steel resists pitting, cracking and chipping. This skillet will keep its beautiful appearance for many years. Special grade high temperature oil is sealed between the layers of steel and distributes heat evenly to the whole cooking surface. It will keep foods piping hot for quite sometime after it is unplugged.
Programmable Electric Temperature Probe
Unique programmable heat control allows you to set the exact time and temperature for preparing your favorite recipes. When the set time has elapsed the skillet shuts off.
Low-Profile Audible Control Knob
This is one feature that is most used for waterless cooking methods. This ingenious device eliminates the guesswork and pot watching by letting you know when it is time to reduce the heat to low until cooking is complete. For example: Wash vegetables and put in skillet with no water and medium heat. Wait until the whistle tone goes off and then reduce heat to low and cook until ready.Cover has vapor seal which creates a steam water seal between the cover and the edge of the pan to seal moisture in and maintain constant cooking temperature.
Stylized Contour Handles
Lets you wrap your fingers around and through the handles for easy moving, carrying and cleaning even with a heavy roast in it ! Gives a solid hold to the skillet and the handles remain cool even when the skillet is used at high temperature.
Easy to Clean and Maintain
Detachable electrical cord allows unit to be fully immersible and dishwasher safe. Highly polished stainless steel cooking surface will maintain its new look for many years.