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5. Saucepan Handles

The dollar or budget store is the best place to buy, unless you're a committed chef. Product Price on Average: $30–$50 (set)* What are the holes at the ends of saucepans for? is a question that many of us didn't know we wanted to ask, and Insider provided an answer. The hole is situated precisely at the handle's end of the saucepan. There is more utility for the saucepan handle hole than just hanging up the pan when you're done, as most people know.

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Pinterest, Lifehack, and Saucepan Handles The handle hole can also be used to rest your spoon. When you're done using it, you can store your spoon there in a practical and unmessy way. While high-end saucepans can be purchased for a significant amount of money at stores like Pottery Barn or Williams-Sonoma, cheaper saucepans can be found at neighbourhood discount stores.