We took stock of cookware sets from Rachel Ray and Guy Fieri and neither bubbled to the top. On the plus side, the non-stick Rachael Ray Porcelain Enamel II 10-piece set, $140, released food quickly, was easy to clean and its handles were comfortable without getting too hot. read more
Best Budget Set: Cook N Home 15-Piece Nonstick Set This budget-friendly 15-piece cookware set includes a covered 3-quart casserole, covered 1-quart sauce pan, covered 5-quart dutch oven, covered 2-quart sauce pan, 8-inch fry pan, 10-inch fry pan, and nylon tools. read more
Zwilling's Forté line is here to challenge the notion that nonstick cookware is flimsy. The aluminum pans have five layers of nonstick coating, which means they're super durable and resistant to peeling, scratching, or corrosion. read more