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Cookware touches your food every day at high heat. Moving away from scratched non-stick towards stainless steel or cast iron is a simple, durable upgrade — and it usually saves money over time.
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Modern non-stick is generally fine when in good condition and used at moderate heat. The main concern is old, scratched coatings and overheating — which is why many families move to stainless or cast iron over time.
Replace your most-used pan when it's scratched. A single stainless steel frying pan covers most everyday cooking.