PSA: One of Our Top-Rated Stainless Steel Pans Is 51% Off, and Testers Called It a ‘Dream Come True’

I’ve tested and written about cookware and kitchen gadgets for nearly five years, and one question I constantly get from friends and family is which type of cooking surface is the best. While my answer might seem unsatisfactory, it’s true that it really depends on the dish you’re making. A well-equipped home kitchen can benefit from having a variety of cookware, and that includes stainless steel pieces. Contrary to popular belief, it’s an ideal surface to cook on whether you’re a professional chef or a beginner home cook. 

If you’re ready to give stainless steel a try or just need to add some new items to your cookware collection, you can do it well without breaking the bank. During our testing process, we found the Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad Stainless Steel Gourmet Fry Pan to be the best pan you can get for your value, and it’s currently marked down 51 percent at Wayfair.

Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad Stainless Steel Gourmet Fry Pan

If you think steel pans need to be expensive to be effective, this pan proves that assumption wrong. According to our testers, it was one of the best pans in terms of feel and construction. Not only did the balanced pan provide an “effortless cooking experience,” but its  quality design and price point make it a “dream come true.” While it ended up not being the most durable skillet in testing, our testers were still so “impressed” by its performance and low price point that makes it a great deal for the quality.

As far as versatility goes, the Tramonitna Tri-Ply pan is both oven- and dishwasher-safe, so you can use it to cook a variety of meals without worrying about strenuous cleanup. The pan is scratch-resistant, so it’s safe to use stainless steel utensils with it while cooking, PFOA-free, and compatible with all cooktops — including induction. The Tri-Ply Clad construction means it’s designed with three layers of stainless steel, aluminum, and a magnetic core that makes it induction-ready. 

Whether you’re in the market for another style of pan or a full stainless steel set, Wayfair is currently running deals on multiple Tramontina cookware finds. To shop other on-sale pieces, keep scrolling. 

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