Harts of Stur Kitchen Issue 4, autumn 2017 | Page 56

The Kit Surface Level The material your bakeware is made from dictates not just its performance but often, what sort of baking it’s most suited to Silver Anodised Using a similar process to hard anodising, silver anodising forms a smooth, easy to clean surface that completely seals in the aluminium so there’s no leeching, peeling, blistering or taste transfer. This provides great heat distribution and an attractive silver finish. Master Class Silver Anodised 35.5cm Deep Cake Pan Harts Price: £23.84 Stainless Steel Stainless steel is one of the most popular materials for many types of bakeware. The finish of stainless steel is resistant to rust and scratching, and maintains its appearance over time, making it a very durable material. The best stainless steel for bakeware is 18/10 (18% Chromium, 10% Nickel), which offers the optimum balance of performance, shine and durability. Some bakeware uses 18/8, which is perfectly serviceable but will not retain its appearance as well. Master Class Stainless Steel Heavy Duty 32cm x 23cm Roasting Pan Harts Price: £26.99 Enamel Cast Iron Glass Enamel cast iron has all the benefits of the cast iron but with the durability of an enamel coating which eliminates the need to season the bakeware. As well as the additional benefits of the coating, the enamel also makes the bakeware more appealing and can be bought in a range of colours. Le Creuset Volcanic Cast Iron 25cm Tarte Tatin Harts Price: £109.00 Glass bakeware items are very resilient and versatile enough for most dishes. Glass conducts heat well so is ideal for roasting and browning. Glass is also very hardy when it comes to cleaning as it can be soaked for hours without damaging the surface. Pyrex Classic Baking Tray Harts Price: £12.59 56 www.hartsofstur.com