Pots And Pans

[scottsuzann]

I am new to this celiac thing and I have heard that I have to get new pots and pans. Is this true? I have "Circulon" it does have a non-stick surface so I am a little worried but I hate to go out and spend close to a grand to replace what I have if it is not necessary. Please help as I would much reather spend this money on shoes!

Thanks!

Suzann

[Carriefaith]

I would not go out and buy new pots as long as there are no scratches in the pans where gluten may be. I use the same pots as my family, I just make sure there are no residues on them when I cook.

[scottsuzann]

I would not go out and buy new pots as long as there are no scratches in the pans where gluten may be. I use the same pots as my family, I just make sure there are no residues on them when I cook.

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Thanks Carrie you made my day!

Suzann

[KaitiUSA]

You do however need to replace anything that is wooden and even teflon I believe should be replaced as well. Aside from that you just need to wash everything else thoroughly.

[Scott Adams]

A thourough hand and dishwasher cleaning should be all that is needed--neither teflon nor wood should retain gluten in any amount that could detected if the items are washed properly.

I believe that this is one of those Internet rumors that won't seem to die.

Take care,

Scott

You do however need to replace anything that is wooden and even teflon I believe should be replaced as well. Aside from that you just need to wash everything else thoroughly.

[skoki-mom]

I am new to this celiac thing and I have heard that I have to get new pots and pans. Is this true? I have "Circulon" it does have a non-stick surface so I am a little worried but I hate to go out and spend close to a grand to replace what I have if it is not necessary. Please help as I would much reather spend this money on shoes!

Thanks!

Suzann

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LOL!! I like the way you think, Girl!!!!

[celiac3270]

A thourough hand and dishwasher cleaning should be all that is needed--neither teflon nor wood should retain gluten in any amount that could detected if the items are washed properly.

I believe that this is one of those Internet rumors that won't seem to die.

Take care,

Scott 

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Seriously!?

[Guest gfinnebraska]

Thanks Scott! So much for all my new utensils that say "gluten free" on them!!

[tarnalberry]

A thourough hand and dishwasher cleaning should be all that is needed--neither teflon nor wood should retain gluten in any amount that could detected if the items are washed properly.

I believe that this is one of those Internet rumors that won't seem to die.

Take care,

Scott 

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Lol! You haven't seen my crappy non-stick pan! ;-) Next to impossible to verify everything's out of those scratches.

But I'd agree that items that are in good shape shouldn't be a problem.

[VegasCeliacBuckeye]

Here is the reply from the Cephalon company (manufacturer of my pots and pans)

"Calphalon pans are free of any types of residue if properly cleaned

according to our use and care brochure provided in every box.

Thanks,

Consumer Relations"

The use and care says to soak in warm soapy water.

I honestly think a bigger problem is when people have used the same pans for 10 years and do not clean them properly....who knows??

I have pans at my house, my mom's house and my nrothers' house just in case.

Hope this helps...

[jenvan]

for peace of mind and ease, my husband has his own pan, griddle, pizza pan, mixing bowl, spatula and mixing spoon. this is partly b/c we do not have a dishwasher...and it just makes it easier for moi.