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> So here's the question. I want to buy a new set of pots and pans. I
> know some don't like sets but for me they are easier and cheaper.

But you don't really need a set. What you need are 3 or 4 basic pieces.
Two or three stock pots (small, medium, and large) and a good flat
skillet/sauce pan/frying pan/flat wok will be a great start, and you
don't have to buy them all at the same time. You have pots now, right? So
start off by replacing the worst or most used one, and fil in as needed.
Also, your old pots are still usable, so they can be used for backups or
when you need to feed big crowds.

And in the long run, you're better off buying a few expensive pieces that
last for 20 years than you are buying cheap stuff that has to be replaced
every couple of years and doesn't cook well.

> What
> should I get, teflon or stainless steel?

Personally, I've never found a non-stick coating that works. On the other
hand, I have stainless and cast iron pieces that I've had for over 20
years that seldom, if ever stick. You might also look at some of the
anodized aluminum (i.e. calphalon) and all clad lines.

After all - these are things you're going to cook with every day for
years. Whats a few hundred dollars?