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 love the 10pc cookware set…or the dutch oven…or the wok! I just love kitchen stuff! Thanks for the fun giveaway!
I like you on facebook.
I’d make omelets 🙂
I’d love to try the ScanPan Wok
A breakfast feast!
I would LOVE the wok. I have never had a really good one but would love to do more stir fry cooking!
Scanpan non-stick Professional Square Grill Pan, already like you on Facebook
I like you on facebook (jennifer matthews)
Selfishly I’d love to try the whole 10 piece set
I am a facebook fan.
Would love to fry some chicken!
Would love to try the griddle!
I would like to try the professional square grill pan.
I tweeted…http://twitter.com/megall/status/5245997198344192
I like you on Facebook!
I would use the skillet to make egg in a basket for my daughter.
I like you on FB
It all looks good but I would love the Wok, I have a very, very cheap one now.
I would try an omelet
I would want the ScanPan Wok.
I like you on facebook
I would probably start by cooking scrambled eggs with cheese. The kids love that
I would love to have the scanpan 10 piece cook set. I am in such need of good pots and pans!!
I’d like to try their grill pan.
I’m definitely a FB fan.
following you on facebook
Here is my tweet
1. Lorayne Gothard lgothard
“Win a @scanpang skillet from @momminitup & @jennyitup!” less than 5 seconds ago via web
I could use their Dutch Oven!
I could blacken some fish in the sauce pan! One of our Favorites!
Follow you on Facebook!
I’d make quesadillas and omelets. *drool*
I’d love to try CTX Open Nonstick Skillets. We had to leave most of our stuff behind when we moved across the country this summer, and I could definitely use some high quality cookware!
I “Like” you on facebook. 🙂
I would make pancakes or fried mashed potato patties. 🙂
I visited the site, and would love to try the Scan Pan Professional Nonstick Square Grill pan, or the Professional Griddle pan!
i like the griddle. i love mine but it is old and i need a new one
i like you on fb
I would use the square pan and make some panini’s, with melted cheese and some ham! Ummmm! Delicious!
I think I would use it for eggs…omelets in particular. Great giveaway, thanks.
I’d luv to try out their Professional Nonstick Square Grill Pan…I have always wanted a grill pan, thanks.
I would make omelets and other breakfast foods in the skillet! I love breakfast foods!
I would like to try the whole 10-piece set!
I like you on fb!
I’d make eggs. I love scrambled eggs, fried eggs, etc. quesadillas are good too. apple, turkey & cheese quesadillas. yum.
I would love to get the Dutch Oven– I’ve been looking at Le Creuset for quite some time, however, too expensive and a little overrated. 🙂 Thanks for this awesome opportunity and giveaway. Have a great night!
I use my skillet to brown/sear meat before putting in Crock Pot and I use it to make bacon and eggs almost daily.
I would like to try the frying pan
I like your page on Facebook
I would love to win this!!
I love making stir fry so the skillet would be what I would love!