Maxam 9-Element Waterless Cookware Set, Durable Stainless Steel Construction with Heat and Cold Resistant Handles, 17-Pieces

I am amazed that the cookware is such high quality at a great price. My husband said, I would pay more for good regular cookware. Don't forget you can pan fry without oil also. The cookware is as promised. It is sturdy and cleans easily. A little soapy water and it's clean. The dishwasher works well also. I'm still experimenting with waterless cookware and need more recipes. However, I was surprised it is easy once you understand a few basic principals. They are; it's low heat cooking, most cooking start at medium and then go to low. Of course, the times vary depending on what you are cooking. The demonstration I saw for the very expensive waterless cookware was similar. The results have the same great taste at a lot lower cost. I haven't put any or very little seasonings. The flavor of the food is much richer. The first time I cooked red cabbage I over cooked it. The second time I followed directions carefully and left tiny bit of water at bottom (not required). It had a perfect texture and taste without the seasoning but with the health benefits. I've also cooked fish which I don't think works the best because there was almost no natural oils in the fish I cooked. However, the taste and texture was great. Pan frying is not going to be like the usual oil frying but its healthy. I'm looking for recipes for pan frying fish without oil. I'm working on this one.

My wife and I are new to waterless cooking, even though it has been around for almost a century. For us to ditch our normal 'non-stick' cookware to go with the Maxam KT17 17pc Waterless Cookware, we had to learn how to cook all over again as far as the stovetop was concerned. In any kitchen, when affordable, the best tools are needed. I bought a set of ceramic based non-stick cookware 15 years ago and it lasted about ten before it started pitting. We replaced piece by piece with different types, to find which type we wanted a full set of. Then we saw Maxam KT17 Cookware at a highly reduced price for a set of 17 pieces and decided to take a chance. Because, even if we found it to be terrible to use, it had been cheap enough that we could replace it with something else. The thing is, it isn't terrible. It's not cheaply made, though the steam vent label on the lids aren't very secure, which might be a heat issue more than anything else.The cookware isn't too heavy (both my wife and I have arthritis), but it is heavy enough with the 9-ply constructions to spread the heat evenly on the bottom and sides.The cookware is easy to clean and even burnt foods can be wiped away after letting the pan sit a while with warm sudsy water. More stubborn spots can be cleaned with "Bar Keepers Friend" or other stainless steel cleaner.As with fine knives, do not wash in the dishwasher and dry immediately to avoid pitting and corrosion.This is a great set of cookware for any kitchen ... I recommend it highly.

Buy this now! I've had this product for a few weeks now and LOVE IT! For my daughter, I purchased the $4K set of waterless cookware and oil coil skillet from Saladmaster and have been so impressed with her new way of cooking but could not afford another $4K. I did my research and ended up choosing the Maxam KT17 since it is good for both gas and induction heat. For LITERALLY a fraction of the cost, I went with this set and could not be happier. Cakes, brownies, healthy caseroles, fish, vegtables, etc. are so good, convenient and good for us! It does take some getting used to and the cookbook that comes with it is pretty much worthless. I never knew fish, steaks, vegtables and rice dishes could taste so good-- I have so missed out on healthy and tasty food for most of my adult life. I was brave and tried frying eggs today and it worked just fine by using an olive oil mister so this isn't truly greaseless but there are healthy alternatives!! As for craftsmanship, I don't have any problems yet but I can see how the knobs and handles might loosen over time as they are not part of the pan (screws hold the handles and the knobs get loose and I have to tighten them by turning... not sure how long that will last). Splurge and purchase some waterless cookware recipe books and hunker down with youtube.com to learn how to use this and any other waterless cookware.

Highly recommended.Likes. Condition is like new after 2.5 years o regular use. "Waterless" feature works well but I more often just use then as regular pots and pans. Stainless steel is mostly great and these are high qualiity but ...Dislikes. Stainless steel ( all stainless cookware, not just Maxan) has hard cleanup when cooking with high heat. It scorches, things stick and cleanup requires muscle, Barkeepers Friend and Brillo pads. But ...More likes. After being rough cleaned many many times they still look and perform like new. Good price vs comparable Saladmaster, etc. stuff, while is likely also great and stacks for storage but costs a lot more.Niggle. Sometimes (every few months) I have to tighten a pan handle. 30 seconds with a Phillips screwdriver.