Have you ever wondered whether your Emeril stainless steel pots and pans can withstand oven temperatures or if they are strictly for stovetop cooking?
Many home cooks find themselves asking this question when a recipe calls for starting a dish on the stovetop before finishing off in the hot oven.
The good news is that Emeril stainless steel cookware is specially engineered for versatility between different cooking methods and environments.
Constructed from durable metals that can withstand high heat, Emeril pans can transition from stovetop burner to oven or broiler to finish cooking your favorite recipes.
Let’s dive in and explore what oven-safe capabilities Emeril stainless steel cookware sets have, proper handling of pans in oven settings, and best practices for cooking with these high-performing pots and pans.
Can Emeril Stainless Steel Cookware Go In The Oven?
Yes, Emeril stainless steel cookware is oven-safe.
The stainless steel construction and riveted handles allow Emeril pots and pans to withstand oven temperatures up to 500°F.
You can safely transfer an Emeril pan from stovetop to oven to utilize different cooking methods.
We will explore specifics in more detail below, but in short – Emeril stainless steel cookware sets are versitile enough for both stove and oven use when following safety guidelines.
Tips For Using Emeril Stainless Steel Pans In The Oven
While Emeril stainless steel cookware is oven-safe, there are still certain best practices you should follow when exposing it to the extreme dry heat of an oven rather than stove top cooking.
Adhering to these tips will maintain the performance and lifespan of your Emeril pots and pans when cooking with them in the oven.
Prior to placing any Emeril pan, pot, sheet tray or other vessel into a hot oven, always double check that the handle is labeled as oven-safe.
While the stainless steel pots and pans themselves can withstand oven temps, some lines may have handles made with inferior metals, plastic or wood grips that cannot handle high temperatures.
Using an Emeril pan with handles not suitable for oven heat can result in melting, burning or other damage.
Be certain to use adequate potholders or oven mitts when handling Emeril stainless steel pans that have been in an oven.
The conductive properties of stainless steel will cause the cookware to rapidly heat up to extremely high surface temperatures while in the oven or under a broiler.
Attempting to touch or pick up a hot Emeril pan barehanded can cause severe burns.
Trust that a pan fresh from the oven will be dangerously hot on contact and must be protected against with protective gloves or mitts.
When removing hot Emeril pans from the oven, avoid placing them directly on cold, wet or delicate countertop surfaces that could become damaged.
The concentrated heat coming off a 500+ degree stainless steel pan can damage many surfaces like glass, marble, granite or tile.
Allow pans to cool for a few minutes on range burners or a wire cooling rack before setting down.
Be aware that moisture on a counter can also damage a hot pan when the extreme temperature difference causes the stainless steel to rapidly expand or contract.
Use caution when exposing empty Emeril pans to oven temperatures exceeding 400 degrees Fahrenheit for extended unsupervised periods.
While stainless steel is oven safe, subjecting a dry empty pan to very high heat for a long time without food inside to mitigate it may have detrimental effects on the cookware over time due to oxidation or burning of food residue.
Avoid putting empty pans in the oven during self-cleaning cycles for this reason.
What Not To Do With Emeril Stainless Steel Cookware In The Oven
Despite being compatible with oven cooking methods in most instances, there are still certain practices to avoid when using Emeril stainless steel pans in oven or broiler settings:
Do not place Emeril stainless steel pans under an oven broiler without monitoring them.
Broilers produce an extreme level of direct overhead heat that is not tempered by food.
Unattended empty stainless steel pans under a broiler can deteriorate or become damaged without food contents inside to absorb and diffuse the heat.
Always keep an eye on pans broiling.
Avoid subjecting hot Emeril pans to sudden and extreme temperature shocks.
Do not transfer a pan directly from a 500 degree oven into a refrigerator or freezer, for example.
The subsequent rapid contraction of the stainless steel can potentially warp pans and damage their cooking performance.
Allow pans to cool naturally to room temp or run under moderately hot water before temperature drops.
Never place Emeril stainless steel cookware with plastic or wood handles into a hot oven or under a broiler, even if the pan itself is technically oven safe.
The handles will melt, burn or become damaged by exposure to oven heat they are not designed to withstand like stainless steel.
Always verify both pan and handles are safe to the degree you plan to cook at.
Best Practices For Cooking With Emeril Stainless Steel Pans
When using Emeril stainless steel pans on the stove top or in the oven, following these best practices for handling and cooking will maximize both optimal performance and the lifespan of your Emeril cookware sets:
If a recipe calls for preheating a stainless steel pan before adding oil or food, it is best practice to allow Emeril pans to preheat thoroughly over medium or medium-low stove top heat on a burner properly sized to the pan diameter.
Lower heat helps stainless steel pans expand gradually and evenly to avoid warping.
Preheating over excessively high heat risks damaging cookware performance long-term.
In general when using Emeril stainless steel pans on the stovetop, maintain heat on medium to medium-low settings for most cooking tasks.
High heat levels can cause overheating, burning of residues or uneven expansion leading to warped pans.
Stainless steel is a poor conductor and diffuser of heat compared to materials like copper or aluminum.
Excess heat applied too rapidly can overwhelm stainless steel cookware.
When cooking foods that have a tendency to cling or stick to stainless steel like eggs, meats or baked goods it is advisable to use butter, oil or another healthy fat or release agent in the pan.
Avoid overloading pans with too much food as well.
While less of an issue in the dry environment of an oven, stovetop cooking relies on properly preparing the stainless surface to release cooked foods.
Always allow dishes cooked in Emeril stainless steel pans in both oven and stove top settings to finish cooking fully and release from the pan naturally before attempting to remove them.
Forcing release before food finishes cooking risks tearing, breaking or otherwise compromising the integrity of cooked items.
Especially for baked goods like muffins and breads, allowing goods to cool in the pan a few minutes helps them gently pull away from the stainless walls intact and beautifully shaped.
Conclusion
Emeril Legasse’s extensive line of professional-style stainless steel clad cookware is engineered with home chefs in mind.
Constructed from heavy-gauge 18/10 stainless steel and satin polished, Emeril pots, pans and baking vessels are approved for use in both conventional and convection ovens as well as under broilers to provide maximum flexibility for any cooking application.
With proper care and handling as outlined above, Emeril stainless steel cookware sets should deliver superb performance and baking, simmering, broiling, roasting and other cooking results for years of daily kitchen use.
Their durable stainless steel design allows you to safely sear, sauté or bake dishes on the stove top before transferring them straight to a hot oven using the same pan.
So in answer to the original question posed, yes- Emeril stainless steel cookware can and is designed to go safely in the oven up to its labeled safe cooking temperature, typically around 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
Always refer to included use and care guides with any Emeril pan to identify its approved cooking methods before exposing cookware to oven temperatures or conditions it may not be fully safe or performing for.
Following the tips and best practices covered here, you can utilize your Emeril stainless steel pans and oven or broiler settings interchangeably for faster, more efficient preparation of incredible dishes.
