The Very Best Things to Buy from Made In

Pastas, soups, stews — there are endless recipes that thrive in a stockpot, and this one from Made In is so smartly designed. Wide, looped handles make for easy toting around the kitchen and pouring pasta over a colander without a struggle. The tight-fitting lid speeds up the heating process, but what I’m most impressed by is how easy this pot is to clean. I’ve had it for almost three years now and it barely shows any stains or serious signs of wear and tear.

With Made In’s five-ply stainless steel construction, this pot is as durable as can be. It’s oven-safe, dishwasher-safe, and easy to clean. It’s truly just a great pot. Kitchn contributor Meghan Splawn, a self-proclaimed All-Clad lover, replaced one of her All-Clad pots with this one, a testament to its quality. Whether you choose the 6-, 8-, or 12-quart option, you can’t go wrong keeping one of these on your stovetop.

Most home cooks would agree that a nonstick frying pan is a kitchen essential. Beyond being able to cook just about anything, a great nonstick pan speeds up the cleanup process and makes life so much easier. It’s no wonder Made In’s iteration is a best-seller. Use it to sauté veggies, whip up a stir-fry, flip pancakes, or fold the perfect French omelette — a dish which chef Grant Achatz of Chicago’s renowned Alinea uses this exact pan to create.

This pan starts with Made In’s award-winning 5-ply stainless clad cookware and then gets two layers of a professional-grade nonstick coating that’s 100% non-toxic and made without PFOAs. This combination allows for even heating, a slippery-smooth surface (you don’t even need oil!), and the durability you’d expect from restaurant-quality cookware. This pan is oven-safe up to 500°F, perfect for finishing dishes. To make this piece even more user-friendly, Made In has added other smart features like a long, ergonomic handle that stays cool and a flared lip for easy flipping and scooping. The pan comes in 8”, 10”, and 12” sizes, so you can find the right fit for your kitchen needs. You can even get the 3-piece set featuring all of the sizes, and save a little money on the bundle too.

A great sharp chef's knife is a game-changer. Not only is a dull knife hard to use, but it’s also quite dangerous. If you're upgrading your old knife set, this 8-inch chef knife is a great place to start. It can be used for small tasks like mincing herbs, slicing fruit, and chopping onions, as well as bigger tasks like spatchcocking a chicken or carving a bird.

The Made In Chef Knife is handcrafted in Thiers, France- by a fifth generation bladesmith. It’s full-tang and fully forged, which means the entire knife is one single piece of stainless steel instead of multiple pieces of metal welded together. The curved blade keeps its edge (confirmed by Chef Nancy Silverton of Mozza in Los Angeles), while the pointed tip gives you precision and the hand-finished handle is slip-resistant for your safety.

Not to mention, this knife also looks really good. The handle comes in a red, black, or wood finish, and you can engrave it for an extra cost, making it a wonderful gift no matter the ocassion. To keep this knife in prime condition, make sure to only hand-wash it and always dry it immediately so it doesn’t rust.

If decadent desserts are a mainstay in your household, a baking dish like this will suit you well. It’s 8x8 inches, which is the perfect size for smaller bakes, but Made In also makes a larger 9x13-inch pan for bigger batches.

Made In worked with artisans in France to make this naturally nonstick, thermal-shock-resistant porcelain piece. The recipe for this porcelain specifically is over 200 years old and a longheld secret. It’s microwave- and oven-safe up to 650°F, and you can take it from the freezer to the oven without a problem. Just think of all the gooey cinnamon buns and brownies with perfectly crispy edges you can whip up in this thing. It doesn’t hurt that the dish comes in five sweet colors and patterns either.

If you want to up the ante on your home cooking, you’ll need the right tools. When it comes to making sauces, you’ll need Made In's saucier. The saucier’s curved bottom keeps ingredients from getting stuck in corners, allowing all of the flavors to meld and turn into the most delicious sauces. It’s the perfect vessel for creating a creamy béchamel or rich gravy, as well as coating al dente pasta with a silky sauce.

A stay-cool handle and rolled rim make this saucier a bit more forgiving so you won’t burn your hand or spill when you pour. The five-ply construction allows for great heat conduction and even heat distribution, so you don’t have to worry about hot spots where ingredients can burn either. If you’re looking to use this for finishing big batches of pasta, check out the 5-quart model; otherwise go for the 2- and 3-quart options.

A Dutch oven is a workhorse in the kitchen. Use it to braise meat, make soups and sauces, fry chicken or doughnuts, and even bake a loaf of bread. The opportunities are endless, and a good Dutch oven, like this one from Made In, should last a lifetime in your kitchen.

Made In went to the cast iron experts of Northeast France to make its enameled cast iron Dutch ovens. At 13.69 pounds, the Dutch Oven is quite hefty, but it also means it's exceptional at retaining heat. At just under $200, this option is cheaper than what you’ll find from most French legacy brands, but boasts the same high quality. If you’re looking for something that’ll bring a pop of color to your stovetop, you’ll love the range of neutral and bold colors this comes in as well.