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Heavy-based saucepan
A pan that has a solid base layer made from a metal such as aluminium or copper which has good heat conductivity. Heavy-based saucepans are ideal for frying and searing meat, fish and vegetables.
A pan that has a solid base layer made from a metal such as aluminium or copper which has good heat conductivity. Heavy-based saucepans are ideal for frying and searing meat, fish and vegetables.