i'm trying to decide between this skillet or the presto 06626 w/glass lid. i'm handicapped w/limited strength and dexterity in my hands. THANKS FOR ALL THE INPUT, IT DEFINITELY HELPED ME MAKE MY DECISION.,,MANY POINTS WERE BROUGHT UP THAT I HAD NOTB YET THOUGHT OF. AND THE WINNER IS ...THE DOMED LID PRESTO. DON'T REALLY NEED A LID. WILL BE USING FOR SIMPLE THINGS LIKE EGGS, BACON AND MAYBE HAMB. PATTY. ORDERED, AND OF COURSE, TRUE TO AMAZON'S REPUTATION, IT'S ALREADY BEEN SHIPPED. THANKS AGAIN, LOVED AND APPRECIATED YOU TAKING THE TIME TO REPLY. i'm trying to decide between this skillet or the presto 06626 w/glass lid. i'm handicapped w/limited strength and dexterity in my hands. THANKS FOR ALL THE INPUT, IT DEFINITELY... » Read More i'm trying to decide between this skillet or the presto 06626 w/glass lid. i'm handicapped w/limited strength and dexterity in my hands. THANKS FOR ALL THE INPUT, IT DEFINITELY HELPED ME MAKE MY DECISION.,,MANY POINTS WERE BROUGHT UP THAT I HAD NOTB YET THOUGHT OF. AND THE WINNER IS ...THE DOMED LID PRESTO. DON'T REALLY NEED A LID. WILL BE USING FOR SIMPLE THINGS LIKE EGGS, BACON AND MAYBE HAMB. PATTY. ORDERED, AND OF COURSE, TRUE TO AMAZON'S REPUTATION, IT'S ALREADY BEEN SHIPPED. THANKS AGAIN, LOVED AND APPRECIATED YOU TAKING THE TIME TO REPLY. « Show Less
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As a person who is handicapped with Parkinson Disease I find the Presto 06620 skillet is easy to handle and I also have problems with dexterity in my hands.I think the one with the glass lid has it's advantages. I like the one with the solid lid.
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Love this as this is my third one in the past several years and was so happy to find it still. Easy to cook with and put the skillet on the top rack and lid below in the dishwasher. Had a glass lid before and they get hot. I use mine at least four times a week. Highly recommend it.
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Fair question. I have a skillet with a glass lid. The lid is heavy. These lids are not lightweight, but are not as heavy. So, my money would be on this from a hand dexterity point of view, On the flip side, you might not have to handle the lid as much if you can see through it. So the glass lid has advantages. I guess it depends on what you are cooking.
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I have the presto skillet with the solid lid. I love this skillet and how it cooks. I like the lid - it is not heavy. I will always own one of these skillets if this one wears out. The skillet itself is light weight and so easy to clean.
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Although I agree about being able to see through the glass lid, the one shown has a large handle & the lid isn't heavy.
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Pam, I had one with the glass lid. The glass is more of a gimmick as condensation normally obscures your view of what you are cooking. I'm not saying it has no use just that it is limited.
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The metal lid is probably lighter and easier to clean if you hand wash. The glass lid fits in my dishwasher without taking too much space. It fits into a dish slot. I prefer the glass for that reason.
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I like this lid and skillet. I have a larger one with a glass lid. I also have limited strength in my arms. I would really say that I like this the best.
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It appears to be a really light aluminum top. We don't actually use this metal top. We originally purchased the unit with a glass top, and now we just use that. I advise you to spend the bit more for the glass top unit (Presto 06626 11 inch Electric Skillet w/glass lid) unless you plan to cook large roast or other things.
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this is a great pan. i have many pots & pans but i use this one the most. i use only a moderate flame under the pan on a gas stove. i find that i dont need to crank up the flame & they warn you not to. with or without the lid...it is a super pan.!! enjoythe pan comes with precise directions for how hot in the oven.if you go to the cuisinart site & look at the pan they give the all the info.
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I have the 8 qt Presto aluminum pressure cooker-love it, a recent purchase. I wonder if that happens because of the aluminum. I used it once for a potato ragu with sirloin beef: yum!! Hadn't cooked that in a couple of years. Where I'm from people love Magnalite aluminum pots. Except for my Presto, I don't use aluminum pots because of acidic foods like spaghetti sauce that could leach out the aluminum. Will probably get the Presto 6 qt stainless pressure cooker next.
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Even without a lid, it is heavier than typical frying pans. I actually like the weight. I don't move pan while I am cooking because my range is smooth electric top.
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Linda, the constrution of the pans is identical, and food will cook the same in them. On the Prima pan, however, which is the one I purchased, there is an edge around the pan's edge intended to make it easier to pour liquids from the pan. It works okay, and since the prices are similar I'd go for it. By the way, as for the pan itself, this skillet has literally changed the way I cook. Its heat-retaining core is efficient and heats and cooks evenly. The size of the 12" skillet will allow you to add a full pound of pasta to your sauteed ingredients with pasta water to finish your dish. It browns food better than any pan I've ever had, and I find myself looking for excuses to use it instead of my very expensive (and nice, but just not the same) saute pan. If you're a serious cook, you need this, and there's no reason to spend more for All-Clad or any other pricey brand. Finally, this pan is beautiful, and cleans up easily with a squirt of liquid Barkeeper's Friend Liquid Cleaner along with your dishwashing foam or liquid after a short soak.
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The pan is phenomenal. It's quite flat. I purchased an Ogreenic pan. If I'm frying eggs, I have to butter the pan. It's not so with the Tfal pan> I would highly recommend purchasing this pan.
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I really like mine and it does a wonderful job of cooking everything I've tried. The lid is a little hard to get off but with patience it is easily removed and is easy to get back on. You will really enjoy this product if you purchase it and it is very well made. Be sure to purchase the cook book by Bob Warden Great Food Fast. It really helps you to understand how to run the cooker and has great recipes. It is worth the money. I hope you enjoy the cooker as much as I do, if you purchase one. It will not be a mistake. Good luck!
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The cooking surface is very thin glass - treat the appliance very very very carefully. Take great care to observe how it is packed in it's custom fit styrofoam and every effort to prevent any drops or sudden impacts of any sort. I usually triple pack the box it came with in something soft like fresh fluffy towels whenever I transport it. If you use cast iron pots or skillets be just as careful not to allow any impacts to the glass top. I can tell you that the device is awesome to have but the top will shatter very easily so if you're prone to accidents, order two units - one for a backup. Everything other than the top cooking surface is hard plastic. The cooking surface is very thin glass - treat the appliance very very very carefully. Take great care to observe how it is packed in it's custom fit styrofoam and every effort to prevent any drops or sudden impacts of any sort. I usually triple pack the box it came with in something soft like fresh fluffy towels whenever I transport it. If you use cast iron pots or skillets be just as careful not to allow any impacts to the glass top. I can tell you that the device is awesome to have but the top will shatter very easily so if you're prone to accidents, order two units - one for a backup.... » Read More The cooking surface is very thin glass - treat the appliance very very very carefully. Take great care to observe how it is packed in it's custom fit styrofoam and every effort to prevent any drops or sudden impacts of any sort. I usually triple pack the box it came with in something soft like fresh fluffy towels whenever I transport it. If you use cast iron pots or skillets be just as careful not to allow any impacts to the glass top. I can tell you that the device is awesome to have but the top will shatter very easily so if you're prone to accidents, order two units - one for a backup. Everything other than the top cooking surface is hard plastic. « Show Less
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Hello, B. Hetland. The size pressure cooker you choose should depend on how you intend using it. When I purchased my first pressure cooker I also was looking at the 6 & 8 qt. After researching, I decided on the 8qt, and was very pleased with the decision. You see, the qt capacity is to the brim of the pressure pan. However, it should not be filled past 2/3 full--and with some foods, not past 1/2 full, this means that in an 8qt cooker, the most you can put into it will be less than 6 quarts for the 2/3 full and, and for the 1/2 full rule, only 4 qts. I like to cook in large batches, so about 6 months ago I decided to also get a 10qt [Fagor]. Pressure cookers are extremely versatile appliances. In addition to cooking under pressure, they can also be used as regular saucepans, replacing other cookware. If you really get into using it frequently, and for its many applications, the larger 8qt size will give you more options, because it will accomodate a greater variety of inserts. Here is one that I have found extremely useful: Wolfgang Puck Stainless Steel Dessert Maker Insert. This is also available brand new at eBay for a very reasonable price. I understand your concern for space limitations, and while the 8qt does have a larger footprint, I think you will be happy with that choice in the long run. I too have limited space in my kitchen, I managed to make room for 3 pressure cookers [6, 8 & 10 qt]. Because these are the pans I use most often, one is always "on display" on the cooktop. I also have a 4qt Presto, which I recently put with our camping gear. Because you are new to pressure cooking, you will probably be looking for useful information on how to get the most from your new pressure cooker. I recommend this cookbook: Miss Vickie's Big Book of Pressure Cooker Recipes The author also has a website with discussion forums www.missvickie.com
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This pan is a nice solid pan. It weighs more than your less expensive aluminum pans weigh but that is because it is made very well. I have the whole set and I love these pans. The pan you have in question is a much safer pan because it has an additional grab handle on the other side of the long handle. It makes it much easier to lift the pan with the food inside thus giving you even leverage. I think it will be okay to get for anyone who is still cooking meals. You can always return the pan if she has a hard time with it. You probably may want to keep it for yourself.
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Michael, the one with 1 handle is a grill pan which I absolutely love!! The one with 2 handles is a regular skillet and not as deep. The 2 handle one is ok but not my favorite. I have both. You can use regular utensils on the one handle grill pan. The 2 handle skillet is not very forgiving. Hope this helps.
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I think it's all about what you're trying to cook in, rather than what you're trying to cook. If you plan to use a large skillet, that may be more trouble than it's worth. If it's a cylindrical container about the size of a Nalgene (1L), that would be ideal.
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I have the 8" and it's about as heavy as I want. I love the pan and use it almost totally for 2 eggs in the morning. I did find that it really heats up HOT so you have to watch things and turn it way down. I do wipe a tiny bit of butter on the pan daily...don't know if it's necessary.I am in the country and only have propane so natural gas would also be fine.
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Yes, it is, Dorothy, and the ATK's conclusion was that there is no reason to pay more for the All-Clad tri-ply skillet. I've used it almost daily for almost a year, and it would not be an exaggeration to say that it's changed the way I cook. It's made me more willing to experiment with new techniques and recipes, and improved the quality of my cooking. I chose the flared-edge model to make it easier to pour liquids from my pan, and I recommend this feature. It's even made my lean-up easier. I'm considering buying a second one, since the pan is oven-safe to 500 degrees F, I can finish a dish in the oven and still have a skillet for stovetop. Yes, it is, Dorothy, and the ATK's conclusion was that there is no reason to pay more for the All-Clad tri-ply skillet. I've used it almost daily for almost a year, and it would not be an exaggeration to say that it's changed the way I cook. It's made me more willing to experiment with new techniques and recipes, and improved the quality of my cooking. I chose the flared-edge model to make it easier to pour liquids from my pan, and I recommend this feature. It's even made my lean-up easier. I'm considering buying a second one, since the pan is oven-safe to 500 degrees F, I can finish a dish... » Read More Yes, it is, Dorothy, and the ATK's conclusion was that there is no reason to pay more for the All-Clad tri-ply skillet. I've used it almost daily for almost a year, and it would not be an exaggeration to say that it's changed the way I cook. It's made me more willing to experiment with new techniques and recipes, and improved the quality of my cooking. I chose the flared-edge model to make it easier to pour liquids from my pan, and I recommend this feature. It's even made my lean-up easier. I'm considering buying a second one, since the pan is oven-safe to 500 degrees F, I can finish a dish in the oven and still have a skillet for stovetop. « Show Less
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Is the fry pan worth the money? I read the 3 plus quart and it did not have a good review. For the money it seems you could go up to the first size above the frypan but it is not as wide I suppose. Looking for input.
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Dear Don, we do not carry the Bella Red cookware and it look likes even in their 10pc sets, they do not include covers for the skillets. We recommend taking your skillet to a local cookware or restaurant supply store and see if they have a lid that fits well. Even if it is not glass, a good tight fitting lid may be useful and the lid itself should not be too expensive. Most of these stores do sell lids separately.