I prefer copper for its even heating and elegance...but anything conductible preferably flat and even with the surface :O)
The danger in using cast iron cookware on a smooth, glass top electric stove is that the cast iron may cause the glass surface to crack. However, plenty of people have reported that they've used their cast iron cookware on glass top stoves with no issues.
Stainless steel cookware can be used either for gas or electronic range or on cooktop and in the oven. So yes, stainless steel cookware can be used for smooth top range.
You can, but it will shatter when you turn on the burner! We found that out the hard way, twice - just to be sure.
Yes, I cook with asta cookware all the time, both on stove top and in oven.
If you mean converting an electric stove with coil burners to a smooth, glass cooktop, the answer is no.
The best type of cookware to use on a gas top range would be a hard-anodized cookware set. The hard anodized cookware is better for heat distribution and doesnÍt show burn marking from the gas range.
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I think you can, but you have to be careful not to put hot ware on something wet, because the difference in temperature will destroy the dish. But as a caution I would not use it on stove top, because the corning ware was not designed for this kind of cooking
I use Legacy Glass cleaner from Amway on mine and it works like a charm!
There is really no difference, but is more of a personal preference. The flat top is easier to clean.
The best brand for stove top griddle is Chef's Design. I own one myself and absolutely love it!
A flat top stove should be cleaned with warm soapy water.