Finding the products that will make parents' lives easier is important to Gemma. She loves the research and detective work that goes into our best buy lists, and has produced many home and kitchen guides for Mumsnet. Induction hobs create energy and heat using magnetism. When cooking on them, the pan heats up, not the hob, so they are energy efficient and safe to touch very soon after being switched off. Gemma Lumley is a Content Writer at Mumsnet. With many years of experience as a copywriter for her family business Urban Media Publishing, Gemma has written articles and blogs on travel, the outdoor industry, parenting and finance. Gas hobs: These can be built in or part of a freestanding cooker. They usually have four (six or eight on a range cooker) cast iron pan stands over a gas flame. An ignition point and controls will allow you to adjust the level of flame for more or less heat. The higher the flame, the hotter the heat, but make sure it doesn’t travel too far up the side of the pan, especially near the handle, as it can burn, melt and get dangerously hot. This affordable set includes three good-sized saucepans with carbonised Ashwood handles that are comfortable, non-slip, and won’t overheat. We love the look of these stylish pans, too.

Mumsnet users love cooking for their families and friends and have lots of opinions on the best tools for the job. So, the Mumsnet forums were the first stop on our journey to find the best saucepan sets. I researched this on Mumsnet... Stellar 7000 got the most positive comments so we bought two and are planning to add more. Criteria: induction compatible, dishwasher safe, no plastic parts, straining lid, handles that don’t collect water in the dishwasher, not stupidly expensive. Got to say, the Stellar are excellent so far. Highly recommend them.” (Vetted by Mumsnet user NotMeNoNo) Our verdictShop By Brand Brabantia Brita Dartington Crystal Dunoon Henry Watson James Martin Judge KitchenCraft La Cafetiere Le Creuset London Pottery Company Smeg Sophie Allport Stellar Walton & Co When you have a family to cook for every night, a high-quality and effective set of saucepans is a must. Whether you’re cooking everyone’s favourite pasta dish or getting creative with a Thai curry, you’ll need a couple of easy-to-use saucepans inside your kitchen cupboard alongside your trusty frying pan and wok.

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Kitchen & Dining Kitchenware Dinnerware Cutlery Serveware Table Runners Tablecloths & Tea Towels Bakeware Electrical AppliancesIKEA has a set of three lightweight pans. A milk pan, a larger one I cook my main meals in and the medium one for rice or pasta.” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user Rummikub) Our verdict Duvets, Pillows & Protectors Mattress & Pillow Protectors Duvets Pillows Tempur Pillows Bed Accessories Bedspreads & Throws Blankets Cushions All Bedding & Bath Bed Linen Duvet Covers & Sets Orla Kiely Bedding Fitted Sheets Flat Sheets Valances Pillowcases Children's Bedding Clearance Bedding The majority of the pan sets we’ve tested include three different sized saucepans. Some sets also come with a frying pan and milk pan, whilst others also come have sauté pans. Consider what you need and what you already have – you don't want to buy a set with a frying pan if you already have a much-loved one in your kitchen. All Lighting & Home Lighting Ceiling Lights Floor Lamps Table Lamps Shades Wall Lights Outdoor Lighting Solar Lights Bathroom Lights Light Bulbs String Lights Spotlights Mood Lighting Clearance Lighting