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Onelid takes the strain out of draining pots and pans

Onelid takes the strain out of draining pots and pans
The Onelid has a convex underside, which allows it to work with pans of different sizes
The Onelid has a convex underside, which allows it to work with pans of different sizes
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The Onelid has a convex underside, which allows it to work with pans of different sizes
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The Onelid has a convex underside, which allows it to work with pans of different sizes
The Onelid has a built-in strainer for draining the pan when cooking foodstuffs like pasta or potatoes
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The Onelid has a built-in strainer for draining the pan when cooking foodstuffs like pasta or potatoes
As well as acting as a strainer, the grooves on the underside of the Onelid release steam to avoid over boiling
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As well as acting as a strainer, the grooves on the underside of the Onelid release steam to avoid over boiling
The plate of the Onelid is made of silicone with a nylon core, while the handle is made of ABS plastic
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The plate of the Onelid is made of silicone with a nylon core, while the handle is made of ABS plastic
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Like pairs of socks, cooking pans and their lids can seem to be forever being separated. The newly-launched Onelid, however, is designed be used with any pan up to 22 cm (8.66 in) wide. It also has an integrated strainer, reduces boiling over and stays cool to touch.

One of the key features of the Onelid is its convex underside, which allows it to work with pans of different sizes and creates a seal with the pan's rim. It also ensures that moisture on its underside drips back into the pan.

The Onelid's has rows of grooves that run from one edge to the other, right across its underside. These have the dual purpose of allowing "just the right amount" of steam to be released so as to reduce the chances of over boiling. They also act as a strainer for foodstuffs like pasta or potatoes, though grains like rice and pulses such as lentils will still require the use of a separate strainer to avoid ending up in the sink.

As well as acting as a strainer, the grooves on the underside of the Onelid release steam to avoid over boiling
As well as acting as a strainer, the grooves on the underside of the Onelid release steam to avoid over boiling

The plate of the Onelid is made of silicone with a nylon core, which not only helps to keep it cool, but also eliminates the sound of metal-on-metal and makes it quiet to use. The large handle is made of ABS plastic.

The use of these materials mean that the Onelid is not recommended for use on gas hobs, as they could be melted by the flames. It is suitable for use on electric, ceramic and induction hobs, however, and is dishwasher-safe.

A Kickstarter campaign is underway for the Onelid. At the time of writing, backers can pledge from US$30 for a single Onelid. Assuming all goes to plan with the campaign and roll-out, shipping is expected to start in February 2016.

The Kickstarter pitch video can be seen below.

Source: Kickstarter

ONELID - fits all

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S Michael
Like the idea; but because its not to be used on gas burners, well there goes 75 to 85% of your market. Good luck.
Nik
Surely this product could be made of a sufficiently heat resistant plastic to be used on gas hobs, after all, there's enough to choose from. Alternatively it could be made from heat resistant glass, which would also allow inspection of the contents, there's enough of that about as well. Meanwhile, I'll have to continue using my 'Pyrex' casserole lids, which also redirect condensates into the pan, but dont have a 'universal' fit. One problem could be that if the pan is picked up with the lid on, then the lid could slide off, as there is no positive location. I like the idea, but it could do with a bit more design thought.
mgb
The common glass lid which I have at home and which I modified by switching the knob to the under side is like the above product sans the serrations which here allow steam to escape and lengthen cooking time. For draining with my lid all one has to do is slide the lid ajar a bit (easy to do when convex face is downwards) and hold it in place on either side above handles, though a towel is needed to keep fingers from getting scalded.