If this isn’t the first time you’ve visited us here at Mommin’ It Up, this is probably not the first time you’ve heard of my cooking escapades.
There was the pumpkin cake last Halloween. And then there was the time I just about set the crock pot on fire. Ah, yes, that was a classic.
But then you also know that I’m trying to get better.
One thing I’ve learned in the last year or so of trying not to suck so much is that good equipment is important.
I upgraded my appliances, but I also needed to upgrade my cookware, which was of the finest just-married-first-big-kid-apartment quality. It was junk.
Last year I had the opportunity to try out ScanPan during our Holiday Gift Guide, and so when I embarked upon this cooking self-improvement course, I reached out to them to see if they would be interested in partnering with me. They generously sent me a few pieces to try out – and also the same pieces to give away!
Here’s a little bit of background on ScanPan products:
Scanpan is the first producer of nonstick cookware that is certified PFOA free, so it’s safe for you and the earth. The unique cooking surface is safe for metal utensils and allows for browning, searing and deglazing—things you can’t do with traditional nonstick. It requires little to no fat for cooking, so you can enjoy a healthy meal.
Pretty cool, huh? I like ScanPan because they’re high-quality and sturdy, and unlike some other non-stick pans, they don’t contain any pesky carcinogens. They heat up really quickly and they wash up easily.
The first ScanPan product I tried out was the 10 1/4 inch skillet.
This skillet is the perfect size for searing meat, making pancakes, or cooking up a grilled cheese.
Tonight, I used it to make BBQ chicken quesadillas.
I put a splash of olive oil in as the skillet heated up, but I actually forgot to add any more in after the first quesadilla was done, and the other three turned out just fine.
I took pictures of the whole process but apparently my phone ate them. Grrr…
Anyway, I’ve been using the ScanPan products for a while now, and I’ve been really impressed with the results, and I’m excited to share them with you.
I’ll be doing a What’s Cookin’ Wednesday for the next three weeks… with a giveaway each time!
So here’s how you can win the ScanPan 10 1/4 inch skillet:
Required entry: Leave a comment on this post and tell us what you’d cook in the skillet.
Extra entries:
— Visit this site and then leave a comment telling us what ScanPan product you’d like to try out.
— Tweet about this contest & leave a comment with a link to your tweet. Here’s an example: “Win a @scanpang skillet from @momminitup & @jennyitup!”
— “Like” us on Facebook and leave a comment telling us you did.
This contest will end at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 23. Good luck!
I would use this for making fried potatoes. Or maybe omelets. It is a great size.
I would use it to cook up some peppers, onion, garlic, etc for my favoriterecipes.
I would cook my kids some pancakes…they love my made from scratch pancakes.
I’d like to try the Professional Nonstick Sauté Pan.
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Would love the 10 piece set but any size skillet would be great too
I would love to try the Dutch Oven pan. I love making stews and soups and letting them simmer for extra taste!
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grilled ham and cheese..just made it for lunch:)
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I would cook omelets in the skillet – it’s just the right size!
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I would love this pan to make the perfect over easy eggs !!
I would love the Grill Pan! No idea how to cook on a real grill, and no room in the kitchen for an electric grill!
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This is the perfect size to saute some fresh grean beans and garlic!
I would fix eggs in this skillet!
I would like to try the Scanpan® CTX Nonstick Stockpot!
I like the Scanpan® CTX Nonstick Sauté Pan
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I’m a fan on facebook. The pan would be a Great gift for my husband that both loves to cook and grill!
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right now I’m craving some eggs so that’s what I’d cook in the pan
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I would like to try the professional skillet set. It looks nice.
I would cook a yummy omlete in this wonderful sounding skillet!!!!
I would use it for crepes, looks perfect for that or omelets!
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I would love any of their non-stick pans. None of our pans are non-stick.
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I would love to have the
Scanpan® Professional Dutch Oven $154.95
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Definitely grilled cheese! I could eat that 3 times a day!
I would usue it for stir fry.
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I’d like the Scanpan® Professional Nonstick Square Grill Pan
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I would make another on it. Grill cheese, fried pototoes & onions
I’d like to try the professional nonstick saute pan!
I would love the Dutch Oven. I have always wanted one!
I’d like to try the scanpan griddle.
I our house there would be lots of eggs cooked in that skillet ….
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I would scramble eggs for sure.
I would totally use the Scanpan Skillets every day when I make my eggs!
I think quesadillas sound like fun to make. Or any good breakfast food!
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Looks like a good size for quesadillas (which we love to make).