Cookware - Whirlpool RF350BXG Use And Care Manual

Cookware

IMPORTANT: Never leave empty cookware on a hot surface
cooking area, element or surface burner.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, a well-
fitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavy
thickness.
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is
transferred, ultimately affecting cooking results. A non-stick finish
has the same characteristics as its base material. For example,
aluminum cookware with a non-stick finish will take on the
properties of aluminum.
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material
characteristics.
COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS
*Aluminum Heats quickly and evenly.
Suitable for all types of cooking.
Medium or heavy thickness is best for
most cooking tasks.
Cast iron Heats slowly and evenly.
Good for browning and frying.
Maintains heat for slow cooking.
Rough surfaces may scratch cooktop.
Ceramic or Follow manufacturer's instructions.
Ceramic glass
Rough surfaces may scratch cooktop.
Heats slowly, but unevenly.
Best results on low to medium heat
settings.
*Copper Heats very quickly and evenly.
Earthenware Follow manufacturer's instructions.
Use on low heat settings.
Porcelain See stainless steel or cast iron.
enamel-on-
steel or cast
iron
Stainless steel Heats quickly, but unevenly.
A core or base of aluminum or copper
on stainless steel provides even
heating.
*Aluminum and copper may be used as core or base in
cookware and can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or
grates.
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