Good Housekeeping
Institute Report
September 1999

Ultimate Investment

KitchenAid^® Hi-Density^® Hard Anodized Clad 12 Inch Skillet, $150.

Treated with a new process that imparts a glossy finish, this beauty is resistant to dents, stains, and scratches. At 4 1/2 pounds, it's a hefty pan for serious cooks. Because it distributes heat so expertly, you're less likely to burn food, and it's nonstick surface is multi-layered for durability. The stay-cool stainless-steel handle is oven-safe and snugly riveted, so it should never loosen. The helper handle makes it easy to carry a panful of chicken cacciatore to the table.