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These are, I in my most humble opinion, the finest pots you can buy. They're solid, beautiful (if you're into pots) and well designed. If cooking is your passion, you can do no better. The internal copper core does an outstanding job of spreading the heat evenly and the interior and exterior stainless steel cleans up easily. The pots are even dishwasher safe although you may need to use copper polish to restore the bright finish of the exposed copper band if you do use the dishwasher.
Please note, the pots won't do the cooking for you so if you have no idea what you are doing in the kitchen, you can still burn dinner or turn out a lousy meal...but at least you will have done it evenly and in style! On the other hand, because they cook so well, they could make learning to cook or expanding your cooking horizons a joy.
A couple final notes. 1) The pots are heavy. All-Clad definitely did not skimp on the materials. Fortunately, for the heaviest pots, they have a secondary handle on the lip of the pot to help you lift. 2) They are expensive. I looked everywhere and could not find All-Clad discounted. Even retailers that carry the line are careful to exclude All-Clad when they have their big sales. That said, Amazon's price is as good as any, and with Amazon Prime, the pots were delivered to my door the day after I ordered them (all 54 pounds in one box) for only $3.99. 3) These are heirloom pots. I had a hard time reconciling paying so much for the set until I realized that we'll own these pots for the rest of our lives and that when we're gone, our children will continue to enjoy them.
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We have owned this set for about 4 years now and our set looks almost brand new and copper layer sure shines up purty. Firstly, if you buy All Clad get Barkeepers Friend(BF) the same day, you can thank me the first time you clean your cookware. BF makes cleanup a snap and is not too abrasive(note: you shouldn't use abrasives like ajax or scotchbrite pads on AllClad) keeps pots and pans looking new and more importantly keeps the inside cooking surface clean and smooth so that sticking is less of an issue, this point is critical for any low fat conscious chefs(I use a ton of fat when I cook so no problems for me :O). This isn't a review of BF so back to the cookware! Your second purchase if you don't have them already is Bamboo or wooden utensils, never use metal on your pans. You can get away with it if you are gentle but scratching the inside of the cookware will cause food to stick, especially if you are cooking with little fat. The pots and pans cook very evenly and are very responsive to temperature changes at the burner which is very nice when you are cooking something that is temperature sensitive or delicate. I don't recommend them for "blackened" dishes, cooking with hot oil, or searing for the same reason. They are difficult to clean after cooking say... blackened halibut. I am not a fan of non-stick cookware after I found out the off-gassing above 400 degrees would kill our parrot(how can that be harmless to us?), for all the high temperature cooking that my All Clad isn't great with, falls to good ole enameled cast iron. Another nice thing about All Clad is that the long handles stay cool, however the secondary smaller handle/s can get quite hot so you'll need to use a mitt for those. The lids fit well and make a nice seal, they will allow steam to pass but not too much. I wish All Clad would include glass or at least see through lids with stainless steel ring on the outside so you could see through it but still have the nice fit, I would also like a composite handle on the lid that doesn't get too hot, but for whatever reason this has been an oversight on their part. The construction is excellent, no issues in 4 years of serious cooking and finish is also very well done, it makes you a little nervous to clean the pots and pans the first few times they are so pretty. However, stick with a sponge/mild scrubber and BF and you will keep them looking new for a long time. So, while the set does take a little more care, I find a great amount of pride in shining up the copper every couple months while cleaning them! They are a joy to cook with and will be here long after I am gone no doubt. The cherry on top is that they are made in the USA.Best Deals for All-Clad Copper Core 14-Piece Set
We are modestly proficient home chefs, willing to try cooking anything in the kitchen and usually with success. We long ago realized that one of the most valuable assets to the home chef was good equipment and early in our marriage, perhaps now at least 30 or so years ago we purchased All-Clad Ltd cookware and have used it for everything we have ever cooked at home or even on our boat. It has never failed us, although we have occasionally failed it and burned a thing or two. Despite a blackened pot or pan, they have never failed to come clean and after all these years they are now being passed to our children with enthusiasm, looking almost as good as new with hardly a scratch. Never washed in the dishwasher they remain in pristine condition, beautifully black on the outside, clean, shiny without scratches on the inside.Now the legend continues, since our newest upgrade in the kitchen is induction cooking (gas and electric have all been tried)and the Ltd is not up to this new technology. We have purchased the induction compatible copper core cookware, again by our favorite manufacturer, All-Clad and they are not only works of art, the art carries on to the food and the joy to the cook. This cookware carries the long tradition of these exceptional American craftsmen and women. They are the prettiest ones in the kitchen (save the executive chef.) They come from a long heritage of superb craftsmanship and I expect they will be still doing their job long after we are dead. Since the other set is still going strong after 30 plus years, I have no doubt.
We have had little time to cook with them as yet, but what we have done with them surprises us already with speed, heat distribution and easy of clean up. These are the best thing to happen to the kitchen since as a social group we figured out that we could make a pot in which to cook our mammoth stew.
For induction compatibility all one has to do is make certain the line of copper core purchased is magnetic, by testing them with a simple refrigerator type magnet. If it sticks it is induction compatible.
These pots and pans do not come without a price tag, but given they are a lifetime investment and immensely heritable, most of what we buy is actually more expensive for the time and use we obtain from it.
I could not recommend any cookware more highly.
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I am a sixty-four year old grandmother who has loved cooking since the age of 8 years old and after Christmas decided to replace my cookware and did extensive research and decided to buy this set. To say I am pleased is not praise enough. I have told one of my daughters-in law (who loves to cook as much as I do) that she can have this set and whatever fill-ins I acquire when I pass on. I expect them to last a long time. If you use it the way they suggest you don't need non-stick (which I hate).Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for All-Clad Copper Core 14-Piece Set
I bought my Copper Core All-Clad set on Bloomingdales.com for 20% off. They have a spring promotion going on right now, and when I realized that I was able to apply the 20% off and get free shipping, I immediately bought the set. All-Clad products are generally excluded from discount promos.-KG
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