Pan & Pot Space Planner Choose cookware based on the amount of food and the result you want, rather than simply using the pan that is closest. What are you cooking? Meat / chicken pieces Vegetables Stir-fry Sauce / gravy Rice / grains Pasta Eggs Casserole / baked dish Approximate quantity Small — 1 to 2 portions Medium — 3 to 4 portions Large — 5+ portions Your cookware Small skillet / pot Medium skillet / pot Large skillet / pot Sheet pan Dutch oven / deep pot Desired result Brown / crisp Tender / gently cooked Reduce / concentrate Cook evenly Keep moisture Check Cookware Fit