Cook up delicious healthy meals for your family the eco friendly way with the Cuisinart Green Gourmet Hard Anodized Cookware set.
The Cuisinart GG-12 Green Gourmet is designed with the proprietary Cuisinart Ceramica nonstick surface. It features a petroleum-free, ceramic-based coating that is applied at a temperature one half that of traditional nonstick cookwares. Cuisinart’s new energy-efficient and eco-friendly Cermica nonstick surface not only reduces your carbon footprint but its nonstick coating also allows for easy food release and the ability to use less fat while cooking your favorite food. It heats evenly and so it does not need heavy butter, oils, or sprays to cook in.
The Cuisinart GG-12 coating does not contain PFOA and PTFE. These substances are often used in nonstick cookware that have raised health concerns over the years. The Cuisinart GG-12 was also developed using manufacturing process that lessens harmful carbon emissions by consuming less energy. The coating is also water-based, unlike other nonstick coatings on the market, which are based on solvent. Its scratch-resistant nonstick surface won’t peel off. It can be cleaned easily with little effort.
Exclusive Cuisinart Ceramica nonstick technology is ceramic based instead of petroleum based, helping to conserve existing oil supplies and the coating is applied at a temperature one half that of conventional nonstick. And it's completely free of PTFE and PFOA. The cookware's hard anodized construction provides high heat conductivity, which requires less energy to reach desired cooking temperatures. Riveted stainless handles stay cool on the stovetop and are made from 70% recycled stainless steel. Today more and more home cooks are going green...and so is Cuisinart Cookware! The 12 piece set contains: 8 inch skillet, 10 inch deep fry with cover, 1.5 quart saucepan with cover, 2.5 quart saucepan with cover, 3 quart everyday pan with cover, 6 quart Dutch Oven with cover and a steamer insert that fits the 2.5 quart saucepan.
Lowest Used Price: USD 188.50
Lowest New Price: USD 190.00
- 12-piece hard-anodized aluminum cookware set featuring scratch-resistant nonstick ceramic-based surface
- Water-based Ceramica nonstick surface won't peel off, free of PTFE and PFOA
- Superior heat conductivity resulting in less energy use; oven- and broiler-safe
- 8-inch skillet; 10-inch lidded deep fry; 1-1/2-, 2-1/2-quart lidded saucepans; 3-quart lidded everyday pan; 6-quart lidded Dutch Oven; steamer insert
- Limited lifetime warranty; hand wash only; oven safe up to 500 degrees F
Model: GG-12
Release Date: 2008-09-01
Excellent but...a caveat...
We have used the pots & pans for 8 months, since December 2009. They have performed very well in the non-stick aspect, cooking with even heat distribution and easy to clean. The exterior has remained as clean and attractive with the exception of one. We had a houseguest who put one small pot in the dishwasher and it definitely discolored the exterior. I have been very happy with the performance of these green pots & pans as we use them daily a LOT. HOWEVER, in using the small fry pan and partially covering the pan at a medium-low temp, we had the top pop off and a rivet cover flew ACROSS THE ROOM AND POPPED ME IN THE ARM. It was burning hot and left a small mark on my arm. I called Cuisinart and asked them why the rivet was not solid and explained the situation. I was told they had reformulated the composition and structure of this line of cookware and the rivets are now solid. (Can't imagine it took an engineer to figure that out before now) They immediately sent out a call tag and picked up the entire set two days later. Within a week I had a brand new set of all my pots and pans - including the two other Green Gourmet pieces I had purchased. They also sent a couple of Cuisinart appliances as an apology. A very nice unexpected gesture.Cuisinart GreenGourmet Eco-Friendly 12-Inch Skillet with Helper HandleCuisinart GreenGourmet Hard Anodized Eco-Friendly Nonstick 8-Quart Stock Pot with CoverCuisinart GG-12 GreenGourmet Eco-Friendly Nonstick Hard Anodized 12-Piece Cookware SetCuisinart GW-10 Greenware Eco-Friendly Nonstick 10-Piece Cookware Set
I really like this cookware, having been a Calphalon user for years they are a really good option for a healthier product. The only reason I didn't give them 5 stars was the issue above. Cuisinart's customer service is 5 star +.
best pans ever
I love this set. The quality and 'heft' of these pans is great. The non-stick nature of the pans is flawless. A little spendy for me, but I used a gift card to purchase them. After using them for over a year, I realize they are worth every penny!
Great Eco Option
The Cuisinart GreenGourmet cookware is great! It never sticks and cooks evenly, we love them and can't imagine our life before them!
Does not stay non-stick for long
In my experience, the green gourmet skillet lost its non-stick quality after a couple of uses. Don't waste your money. I have to use butter, margarine, or oil when I cook in it.
Great "safe" pans!
Very happy with these pans! Feels good to cook safely and not worry about chemicals. They clean up extremely well and store well too. I do make sure that I clean them with a soft towel or sponge and NEVER with a harsh SOS pad or the like. I don't put them in the dishwasher either. Glad I purchased these!
The Cuisinart GG-12 Green Gourmet has conformed to the FDA and European RoHS standards for environmentally sound products. The Cuisinart Green Gourmet Eco-Friendly cookware is great for your family and the earth.