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A cookie sheet is often a similar size as a half sheet pan but doesn’t have any lips or edges and is completely flat. It's ideal for it's namesake: cookies! This one is my favorite because it doesn't have a nonstick coating.

A baking sheet pan comes in 3 sizes; I recommend the half sheet pan, as it fits in a household oven and is perfect for roasting lots of vegetables! This sheet pan comes with a reusable silicone baking mat.

*Top Pick* A saucier pan is similar to a saucepan except it has rounded corners instead of a nearly 45 degree angle. The shape allows a whisk to easily move around all edges. This saucier is made in Tennessee of 5 layers including 3 layers of aluminum for heat conductivity. The handle is hollow and does not heat while pan is on the stove. It does not have a nonstick coating but is easy to clean. This pan can be used on an induction stovetop.

Saucepans are best used for their namesake – sauces – which can be reduced more easily with the larger surface area for evaporation. A saucepan also works well for dishes requiring some, but not too much, evaporation, such as risotto. Its smaller size allows water to boil more quickly so is often used to make foods like rice or pasta. This saucepan is made in Tennessee of 5 layers including 3 layers of aluminum for heat conductivity. The handle is hollow and does not heat while pan is on the stove. It does not have a nonstick coating but is easy to clean. This pan can be used on an induction stovetop.

The distinct right-angled sides of a sauté pan are better to keep foods and liquid in place – so recipes like one-dish meals generally work better in this pan. This saute pan is made in Tennessee of 5 layers including 3 layers of aluminum for heat conductivity. The handle is hollow and does not heat while pan is on the stove. It does not have a nonstick coaking but is easy to clean. This pan can be used on an induction stovetop.

A skillet is usually used for open-pan cooking and also goes by the name of “frying pan” or “frypan;” these are all the same piece of cooking equipment. This skillet is made in Tennessee of 5 layers including 3 layers of aluminum for heat conductivity. The handle is hollow and does not heat while pan is on the stove. It does not have a nonstick coating but is easy to clean. This pan can be used on an induction stovetop.

Use this vegetable scrub brush to thoroughly remove dirt from root vegetables like potatoes and carrots to avoid the need to peel, thus retaining nutrients. The handle of this brush is made from bamboo and the fibers are made from recycled material, making this an eco-friendly alternative to plastic brushes.

This vegetable peeler is comfortable to hold and maintains sharp blades for years, even with frequent use. The blades swivel to move over different shapes, making it perfect for peeling all kinds of fruits and vegetables.

These metal measuring spoons have the quantity stamped into the metal so the label will never wash off in the dishwasher. This set includes a 1/2 Tbsp and an 1/8 tsp which aren't used often, but are handy to have!

These metal measuring cups have the quantity stamped into the metal so it will never wash off in the dishwasher. This set includes an 1/8 cup which isn't used often, but is handy to have!

These small metal whisks are perfect for small amounts of liquids, such as dressings or mixing cornstarch and water before adding to a soup or sauce to thicken.

These glass bowls are pretty enough to use as serving dishes and functional for everyday wear. They nest inside each other for compact storage and the lids allow you to easily store leftovers.