Pot lids & pan lids
"Every pot has its lid," says a proverb, and at Butch, this saying comes true! We have put together a large selection of pot and pan lids for our heroes and heroines in the kitchen - in different sizes, made from various materials, and from several brand manufacturers. There should really be the right lid for your pot. Before we get to the lid assortment, a question in advance:
Why cover pots and pans with a lid in the first place?
The lid serves several functions. Firstly, it ensures that the steam generated during cooking does not escape. This condenses on the inside of the lid and drips back onto the contents of the pot. This prevents food from drying out, preserves vitamins and nutrients, and shortens cooking time. So cooking with a lid is not only tasty and healthy, but also energy-efficient. Another point: the lid keeps the cooking temperature inside the pot - so a lower heat setting is sufficient.
The difference to tightly closing pressure cooker lids is that normal lids only rest on top - the heavier they are, the better their own weight presses the lid onto the pot. To allow steam to escape to a small extent, many lids have a small steam outlet. You can find this detail in the product description at Butch. Lids without a steam outlet never sit 100%, as the steam has to go somewhere. So if the lid has a little play, that is quite intentional and not a flaw.
A lid also serves as a splash guard and can prevent boiling over. The important thing here is: can! Anyone who has ever cooked potatoes or pasta with a lid on the pot knows that often the opposite happens - it boils over. And what did grandma do in such a case? Right: tilt the lid a little, done. This already counteracts the boiling over a little. Unfortunately, it doesn't always work, but usually it does.
Glass lids
In this category, you will find glass lids with wooden knobs, plastic handles, stainless steel handles, and cast iron handles. The first two are used ON the stove, while the latter two can also be used in the oven, as their handles are heat-resistant. The great advantage of glass lids is that you can observe the contents without removing the lid. This keeps the heat in the pot and saves a little energy. Good glass lids are made of safety glass or borosilicate glass. They are extremely temperature-resistant and robust.
Stainless steel lids
A stainless steel lid may not allow you to see the contents of the pot, but it reflects heat back into the interior better than a glass lid. We prefer the "100% stainless steel" option, meaning the lid AND handle are completely made of stainless steel. The fact that the handle may get hot while cooking doesn't bother us much. There are gloves or pot holders for that. Or the clever "Affinity" stainless steel lids from the de Buyer brand. These have a handle recess on the lid that provides a "safety distance" between the lid and handle. In addition, the handle is riveted, which means it only heats up moderately while cooking. Conclusion: Stainless steel lids can withstand high temperatures, can also be used in the oven and even in the dishwasher!
Copper lids
We have copper lids with stainless steel cast handles, cast iron handles, and brass handles in our range. They also withstand heat without any problems - being completely made of metal - but compared to their colleagues from the stainless steel faction, they require a little more care, at least if you value a flawless appearance. A true copper cookware fan won't mind that...
Cast iron lids
Our cast iron lids belong to the roasting pans of the Swedish brand Skeppshult. You can find information about which roasting pan model these lids are suitable for in the product's additional information.
Enamel lids
We offer enamel lids in many sizes and colors, matching the pot and pan range of the Austrian brand Riess. But even if you want to give your lidless favorite pot at home a suitable partner - these lids can make almost any pot happy. Measure the inner diameter of your pot, and you have determined the lid size. If you are not sure - just call or write an email!