Stay Curious. Stay Connected.
MailNewsletters♡Donate Now
Sign up
*Password must be at least 8 characters and contain one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, one number and one symbol.
Already have an account?
By submitting, you consent that you are at least 18 years of age and to receive information about MPR's or APMG entities' programs and offerings. The personally identifying information you provide will not be sold, shared, or used for purposes other than to communicate with you about MPR, APMG entities, and its sponsors. You may opt-out at any time clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email communication. View our Privacy Policy.
Sign in to your profile
Forgot Password?
New to MPR News?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Reset Password

Enter the username on file and we'll send you a code to reset your password.

Still require assistance or not sure what your User Name is?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Email Verification

A verification code has been emailed to

Still awaiting the code?
Appetites®
Tom Crann and Ngoc Bui

Appetites: How to cook PFAS-free now that Minnesota ban is in effect

WNK-chicken piccata from The Cook's Book
Cast iron is one alternative to non-stick pans, said Nicole Hvidsten, taste editor at the Minnesota Star Tribune.
Baker Publisher

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Log inCreate a free Account

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!

Minnesota’s ban on PFAS, commonly called “forever chemicals,” is in effect. That means stores are no longer allowed to sell items — including cookware — made with these per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances since the beginning of 2025.

PFAS are often used to create a nonstick coating on pots, pans, waffle-makers and other cookware. Nicole Hvidsten, taste editor at the Minnesota Star Tribune, offered tips on how to check if your cookware contains PFAS and what alternatives are available in a conversation with MPR News host Tom Crann.

To hear the full interview, click play on the player above.