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August 8, 2023

This XL Pan Makes Cooking For My Family Of 5 A Breeze

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In partnership with Our Place.
August 8, 2023

This XL Pan Makes Cooking For My Family Of 5 A Breeze

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As summer comes to a close and I gear up for back-to-school, the concept of dinnertime sends me into a bit of a frenzy. I love cooking – and especially the thought of eating a home-cooked meal with my family – but my reality looks more like picky eaters, soccer practice, and middle school math on weeknights. I’ve found that the trick to infusing more joy into my evening routine lies in exceptional products – a few gadgets and gizmos go a long way. My latest find is Our Place’s XL Always Pan (which I bought as part of a set that includes a regular-, mini-, and extra large-sized pan). It’s gorgeous, it’s versatile, and most of all it’s BIG, so making my homerun main dishes is a breeze – and I can whip up smaller portions of varying other kid requests in its counterparts. Here's why I love it so much...

It Holds A Lot Of Food

The XL Always Pan is 12.5 inches in diameter, giving it an extra 2 inches on the original Always Pan. For all of my visual learners out there, that means I can cook 8 eggs in it (a huge win for mornings, too!). It’s perfect for cooking the meals my kids unanimously love (spaghetti and meatballs, hamburgers, grilled cheese) – and even has room for making leftovers. While I use it for our family favorites, I love the OG for sautéeing side dishes and the mini for whipping up smaller portions of singular kid favorites or foods we’re introducing to our pickier eaters.

It Replaces Ten Pieces Of Cookware

I love a smart product, and the Always Pan is my new high water mark. A multi-functional, patent-pending stovetop system, it’s a sauté pan, skillet, saucepan, steamer, saucier, non-stick pan, chili pot, and fryer, all-in-one. Whether I’m making my ultimate pasta sauce or baking a casserole in the oven, the Always Pan is my go-to – and it delivers every time.

It’s Nonstick And Nontoxic 

I love a nonstick pan (easy cleanup for the win!), but I’m wary of nonstick products because I know they’re often made with toxic chemicals. ​​Our Place’s pans are made with the brand’s toxin-free ThermakindTM nonstick coating, which is free of PTFE, PFAS, lead and cadmium.

It’s Beautiful On My Stovetop

This pan always seems to be sold out with good reason. Not only is it extremely functional – it’s gorgeous too. I actually leave it on my stovetop because it ties the space together. I ordered it in Lavender, but you really can’t go wrong with any of the colorways – they’re elevated, sleek, and almost like a piece of art for your space. If any shade catches your eye and is still in stock, I’d recommend snagging it right away. These pans are hot, and I’m sure they won't stay around for long.

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