Anna Boiardi provided product to facilitate this review. All opinions stated are my own.
The kitchen seems to be where I spend most of my time, between meal prep and actual meals, and then the clean up. While I really enjoy cooking for my family, I believe that you need really good kitchen tools to work with. Most times I use my Magnalite pots and pans that I have had since college, but some days a non-stick surface would really serve me better. We did have a old set of non-stick cookware that we were using, but it definitely had seen better days, and left much to be desired. Maybe this was why I was so excited when I was given the opportunity to try out a set of Anna Boiardi Cookware, or maybe it was the awesome teal color it came in, but either way I have been one happy momma!
First of all, I was thrilled to have tops to all the cookware, and to finally own a dutch oven! I love that these pieces can go directly from the stove to the oven, which takes the phrase “one pot meal” to a whole new level for me. The handy utensil holder on the top is nice, but honestly not a feature that I have used, since I tend to use my spoon rest. And, once again, I love the color, which makes me smile every time I pull out a pot or pan to use.
I have been putting this cookware to the test for the last few weeks, and I have to admit I have been very pleased. From a one pot spaghetti bake, steak quesadillas, chili, refried beans and more, this cookware is definitely held its own. And, clean up has been a total breeze since this line of cookware is non-stick and lives up to that description. Anna recommends cooking at a medium fire, because the cookware heats evenly throughout, which was hard for me at first, but I find that it works well that way.
The Anna Boiardi 12-Piece Cast Aluminum Cookware Set includes: a 1.75 qt. saucepan with lid, a 2.25 qt. casserole dish with lid, a 4.25 qt. Dutch oven with lid, a 2.5 qt. buffet server with lid, a 9.5″ fry pan with lid, and a serving spoon and slotted spatula. This cookware has shatter-resistant glass lids allow you to monitor cooking and a nonstick interior. Made with a heavy gauge construction, this cookware is both durable and scratch resistant. And, it is PTFE free and cadmium free.
Anna Boiardi cookware is available online at Bed, Bath and Beyond.com . The set that I received is available in Verona (teal) or Tuscan (Tan) and retails for $194.99. For more information or to stay social, be sure to follow Anna on Twitter and Facebook.
OH I could totally benefit from this, it certainly is what Mommy needs! Thank you for sharing, I will have to look into getting this set! Happy day to you!
This sounds like a really nice set. My cookware is so old & it could seriously stand to be replaced.
This set looks really nice! I need some new cookware mine is a little bit past it.
I love the servingware holder on the lid. That is genius!
This looks like a really nice set. I love the colour and it looks really sturdy.
What’s not to love about this set? I even love the color, and I think I might just use that spoon rest feature.
I bought my mom a dutch oven a couple years ago for Christmas, but it was not nearly as pretty as this set of cookware. I LOVE the teal color!
I would love new cookware. Mine never seem to last as long as I would like.
I NEED these pans in my life!
This seems like a really good cookware set. I like the official black though and have a great set we bought at Caphalon. If I’m ever in the need for color these would be my next choice but they would also make a great wedding gift.
Wow, this line of cookware looks amazing. I am so over our cookware; I would love some new stuff!
Oh cookware is my weakness! That is a beautiful set!
That’s some great looking cookware. I’d love to have that in my kitchen.
Oh my gosh, those pots! I love the color!
I love nonstick cooking pans! And it’s real my favorite color that’s super cute!
That’s a super nice looking set. We have a couple of pieces in our collection that have seen better days too. I like to see a recommendation on others that are good!
I LOVE that color! Such a fun way to make your kitchen cheery!
I love the color! I’m glad you got the dutch oven! I use mine all the time! :)
I’m always on the lookout for new, improved and better cookware. I love that the top also functions as a utensil holder. Pure genius!
I love chef Anne! I didnt realize she had her own line of cookware, the color is nice too.
I love it when every piece comes with a lid. That looks like a really nice set.
Those are a beautiful color! I’d love a new set of pots and pans!
Those are really a pretty color! My husband still owes me a new pot set from Christmas!
OH I love the color of that cookware. It looks very fun and would be a great stove to table set.
OOh, nice set! I have been wanting a dutch oven for years. I’ll have to look into these.
I like that these cast aluminum cookware comes in such lovely colors. Will look great when you present the food on the table.
This looks like a great set. I’ve never seen such a pretty color on cookware either!