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[quote=Anonymous]I wouldn't buy t-fal.  America's test kitchen did a review of pots & pan sets in 2010.  They felt like they were a waste of money b/c many seldom used pots are included.  They have great equipment reviews on their site and you can access it free for 2 weeks.  (My subscription has expired.)  All-Clad is their favorite brand but it's pricey and they always recommend a bargain brand.

They recommend that an ideal set would include: a 12-inch traditional skillet (or fry pan); a 10-inch nonstick skillet for cooking delicate omelets and fish; a 12-inch cast-iron skillet for frying and searing; a 4-quart covered saucepan for vegetables and other side dishes; a 2-quart covered saucepan for heating soup or cooking oatmeal; a 6- or 7-quart enameled cast-iron Dutch oven for braising, deep-frying, and even baking bread; and a large stockpot that can do double-duty for pasta, or corn on the cob.

This link also gives a good list for a kitchen:
http://www.americastestkitchenfeed.com/gadgets-and-gear/2012/04/cookware-101-must-have-pots-and-pans/

For the basics for her stage of life, this is what I would recommend:

All-Clad 12" Skillet (will probably be used every day and will last):
http://www.amazon.com/All-Clad-5112-Stainless-12-Inch-Fry/dp/B00005AL5F/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1371947565&sr=1-1&keywords=all+clad+skillet

Lincoln Half Sheet Pan:
http://www.amazon.com/Lincoln-Wear-Ever®-Standard-Half-Size-Sheet/dp/B001BQKRJG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1371947408&sr=8-1&keywords=lincoln+sheet+pan

Victorinox 8" Chefs Knife:
http://www.amazon.com/Victorinox-Swiss-8-Inch-Fibrox-Straight/dp/B008M5U1C2/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1371947509&sr=8-8&keywords=victorinox

Oxo-Good Grip Cutting Board:
http://www.amazon.com/OXO-Grips--15-Inch-Utility-Cutting/dp/B000CBOTQ8/ref=sr_1_3?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371948311&sr=1-3&keywords=oxo+good+grip+cutting+board

From Ikea: Multi-pot with strainer and footed colander with small holes.

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