Like a frying pan or skillet, saute pans can be used for stovetop use. However, there is one difference: a saute pan is deeper than a frying pan or skillet. The saute pan has vertical, straight sides designed to prevent spills and hold more ingredients. Saute pans also have a long, single handle, and sometimes, there is a small side handle to help with the additional weight of the ingredients. Plus, saute pans come with a lid to hold in the moisture which makes it perfect for cooking sauces.

SKILLET AND FRYING PAN MATERIALS

    Furthermore, the Dutch oven's versatility extends beyond the stovetop. Its ability to withstand high temperatures makes black cast iron dutch oven ideal for baking bread, creating crusty artisan loaves with a soft, airy interior. The enclosed environment of the Dutch oven traps steam, resulting in a perfectly crisp crust – a feat that is difficult to replicate with other baking vessels.

Handles are another important part of cookware, particularly for long-handle skillets and sauté pans. Skillet dishes often need to be shaken and flipped, while sauté pan dishes tend to be used for a lot of liquid and ingredients. Because of this, both skillets and sauté pans require stay-cool handles that are securely riveted to the cookware base. 

1. Cast Iron Skillets

Stainless steel is a versatile material and holds heat well. Many stainless steel skillets are safe to place in the oven (make sure there aren't any plastic parts, though), which is handy when a recipe calls for searing fish or meat and then placing it in the oven to finish cooking. This saves time because you don't have to transfer the ingredients to another dish to bake or roast in the oven. This is, of course, also useful in terms of clean-up being that you don't have to dirty up another receptacle.

Cast Iron Frying Pan

Skillets and sauté pans appear very similar, but the main difference lies in their shape.

 One of the main advantages of enameled cast iron cookware is its ability to evenly distribute heat.  This ensures food cooks consistently and prevents hot spots from causing uneven cooking.  Enamel coating also makes cookware easy to clean and maintain because it resists staining and does not require the same degree of seasoning as traditional cast iron.

Ceramic frying pans are made from a non-toxic, non-reactive material that is known for its non-stick properties and fast heating capabilities. They are ideal for cooking delicate dishes and reducing the amount of oil needed for cooking. However, they are prone to scratching and may not be suitable for high-heat cooking.