Clean Cooking for Real Life: The Best Non-Toxic Cookware for the Holidays

The Case for Clean Cooking

The holidays are coming — and with them, family meals, favorite recipes, and a little more time in the kitchen. It’s the perfect season to check in on your cooking routines, not just what’s on your menu but what you’re using to make it.

Clean cooking isn’t about being perfect or tossing everything you own — it’s about making small, intentional swaps that support your health and your everyday lifestyle. One of the easiest (and most overlooked) places to start? Your cookware.

Many popular nonstick pans are coated with chemicals that can break down over time, releasing compounds that aren’t great for our bodies or our food. And while that’s not something anyone wants to think about mid-meal prep, it’s worth knowing there are safer, easy-to-use alternatives that still make cooking a joy.

So as you plan your holiday meals, consider a quick cookware refresh — small changes that can make a real difference.

Our Top Picks for Non-Toxic Cookware

360 Cookware: The Everyday Upgrade

360 Cookware is a clean cooking favorite for a reason. It’s made from high-quality stainless steel — no coatings, no questionable materials, just beautifully crafted pieces that make everything from scrambled eggs to soups feel a little more elevated.

What we love most is how forgiving these pans are. They heat evenly, clean up easily, and help you cook with less oil without sticking or stressing. They’re a great first step for anyone who wants to clean up their kitchen without a total overhaul.

Our go-to picks:

• 3.5 Quart Sauté Pan — perfect for quick weeknight meals and holiday sides

• 6 Quart Stock Pot — a must-have for cozy soups and family pasta nights

Field Company: Cast Iron for Real Life

Field Company has completely reimagined cast iron. It’s lighter, smoother, and easier to care for than the vintage versions your grandparents swore by.

The best part? These pans are naturally nonstick when seasoned — no coatings or chemicals required. Whether you’re frying breakfast, baking a cobbler, or making a holiday roast, these pieces are built to last and only get better with time.

Our go-to picks:

• No. 8 Cast Iron Skillet — your everything pan, from eggs to apple crisp

• Cast Iron Dutch Oven — ideal for slow-cooked stews and baking bread

Simple Swaps for a Cleaner Kitchen

Clean cooking is all about progress, not perfection. Here are a few easy swaps that can make a big difference:

• Replace your most-used nonstick pan with stainless steel or cast iron.

• Store leftovers in glass containers instead of plastic.

• Switch to wooden utensils to protect your cookware.

• Wash produce with a simple baking soda rinse instead of store-bought sprays.

Small steps like these add up — creating a kitchen that’s better for your body and fits the rhythm of your real life.

Ready to Cook Clean?

Your cookware should make healthy cooking easier, not more complicated. Explore our curated Cookware Collection and discover pieces that support clean living — for real life, real food, and real kitchens.