Cast-A-Way Carbon Steel Pioneer Pan, 10" & 12"
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Cast-A-Way's Pioneer pan was designed with baking in mind, making it our most versatile product. With its low profile handles, this pan easily slides between oven racks while maintaining the same stovetop properties as our skillet. The Pioneer maintains the benefits of a cast counterpart, all while being lighter and less porous. With its one piece construction, the absence of rivets and welds makes for easy cleanup. All of our pans arrive pre-seasoned, so you can enjoy them immediately - no prep required.
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10" Pan:
- Weight: 4# 6 oz
- Depth: 1.8"
- Handle Height: 3"
- Top diameter: 10"
- Bottom Diameter: 8.57"
- Thickness: 11 ga (.119")
- OAL: 12.625"
- Cooking area: 70 sq in
12" Pan:
The saying goes “the bigger the better”, and we tend to agree. The 12” pan family might just be our best one yet! Whether you love hosting or preparing large family dinners, our 12” pans offer more real estate for cooking your favorite dishes. The 12" models maintain the same craftsmanship you've become accustomed to in our original offerings.
- Pan Depth: 2”
- OAL: 14.75”
- Handle Height: 3”
- Diameter at Top: 12"
- Diameter at Bottom: 10.38"
- Weight: 6#
- Thickness: 11ga (.119")
- Cooking Area: 100 sq in
100% American Made!
Cast-iron and carbon steel pans share many benefits — both are seasoned, can handle high heat while cooking, allow a chemical-free cooking surface, can be used in a variety of cooking settings, and have a long lifespan when cared for properly. However, there are a few key differences.
Carbon steel pans are lighter than traditional cast-iron, making them easier to maneuver around the kitchen, and less porous, which allows a smoother cooking surface than a more textured cast-iron — this will help keep food from sticking to the pan. And while we’re here, Cast-A-Way offers the first 100% American-made carbon steel pan with pouring spouts and no rivets. This creates a more seamless look, but more importantly, food won’t be sticking in those hard-to-reach areas around the rivets for cleaning!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Carbon Steel Cookware
What makes carbon steel special?
What makes carbon steel special?
- Carbon steel is a lightweight material known to heat up quickly and cool quickly.
- Chef's love this responsiveness for more precise cooking and to prevent burning.
- With instant control, the chef can handle delicate tasks with precision, from simmering sauces to searing meats.
- Carbon steel pans are oven safe, compatible with gas, electric, and induction, and can often be used in an open fire or on the grill.
- A workhorse of commercial and professional kitchens, in the home these pans will withstand years of use, and are perfect for a variety of everyday tasks.
- Carbon steel is lighter than cast iron, but responsive like stainless steel — and known for their durability in a busy kitchen and suitability for those seeking lightweight cookware.
- Carbon steel cookware is generally less expensive than stainless steel alternatives.
Can carbon steel handle high heat?
Can carbon steel handle high heat?
Carbon steel can handle high heat, often used over campfire and grill. Due to its lightweight nature, it does not retain heat for long. In fact, it reacts quite quickly to changes in heat.
How do you care for carbon steel cookware?
How do you care for carbon steel cookware?
Carbon steel is known to be easy to clean up. In fact, carbon steel pans that are seasoned over time become even easier to clean!
Got stuck on food? Use Bar Keepers Friend for a reliable clean, or boil a 50/50 mix of water and white vinegar for 5-10 minutes and then scrub with a non-abrasive sponge.
Pro-tip: Building up the pan's seasoning takes time, so avoid over-scrubbing!
Will your carbon steel pan rust? Yes, it can! To avoid rusting, we recommend:
- Dry the pan immediately after washing with a towel to remove all moisture. Or, place on a warm burner to evaporate all moisture.
- Rub a very small amount of high-smoke-point oil over the cooking surface to season it. Keeping it seasoned is the best way to care for your carbon steel cookware over time.
Is carbon steel nonstick?
Is carbon steel nonstick?
Carbon steel cookware is not always nonstick out of the box. But over time, and with skill and seasoning, your carbon steel pans can develop nonstick qualities, featuring fast food release properties and an easy to clean surface.